Greetings!  

Calling all home brewers, get ready for a beer competition unlike any other in Grand Rapids! KD aLe, in collaboration with Gravel Bottom Brewing, is proud to present "Book-Inspired Brewing," a competition that merges the love of literature with the passion for home brewing. All submissions must include three (12 oz) bottles, the recipe and a statement about how your beer fits the theme of "Book-Inspired Brewing."

The winning beer will be brewed in a professional brewery, Gravel Bottom Brewing, to be released at the KD aLe Wrap Up Party on February 24. The winner's name will be engraved on the KD aLe homebrew trophy and the top three finalists will receive a home brewer's prize basket.

Need some inspiration? Check out these examples:
Gone Girl Coffee Stout - Dark and caffeinated, this stout, like the book, will keep you up all night. Just like Amy, this beer is smooth, controlled and will leave you wishing for a little bit more.
Catcher in the Rye Beer - It takes a special beer to match the dryness of Holden Caulfield. Bitter and crisp on the tongue, this brew mimes the acerbic style of the teenage protagonist. Not for phonies!
Alice's Adventures in Weizenbier - Golden as the shiny haired troublemaker, this beer has a malty sweetness and an unsuspecting hint of banana. Curiousier and curiousier, this beer throws flavors at you faster than the White Rabbit runs. Don't be late trying this brew!
 
Or take inspiration from your favorite author:
Poe Stout - A dark and bitter brew guaranteed to put you on edge.
Kinsella Cider - Light and bubbly, crisp and sweet, this cider is best shared with friends and over good stories.
For full contest rules, key dates and restrictions please visit our webpage.

Cheers!  

Lance Werner, Director
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Upcoming KDL Closures
KDL will be closed on Wednesday, November 11 for Veterans Day and Thursday, November 26 for Thanksgiving. Regular branch hours will resume the following mornings. 
 
Sunday Afternoon Live Concert for Adults
Hailing from Michigan with a worldly sound originating in Nigeria, Afro Zuma is a 14-piece collaboration of jazz, rock and funk artists. Giving high energy performances in the West African musical style of Afrobeat, this group is sure to get you grooving. Join the fun on Sunday, November 22, 2:00 PM at the Cascade Township Branch.

 

Thank you to sponsors Tassell-Wisner-Bottrall Foundation, Cascade Charter Township, Friends of the Cascade Library, David & Michelle Bottrall and the Cascade Township Downtown Development Authority for providing this free entertainment to the public. Tickets are not necessary.


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For Kids - Minecraft Club, Robot Rumble, Fun! With Grandkids 

 
For TeensKDL Anime Festival, Filmmaking 101
 
For Adults - Recycle Your Reads!, Celebrating Life in the Laughter Lane, Avoid the Scam, KDL Uncorked

 

  
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