Beer will be flowing during the first of three Thirsty Thursdays slated for 6 .m. to 10 p.m. Thursday, June 30, at The Depot, 319 N. River St. in East Dundee.

Diamond Jim’s Gas Grill will be providing craft beers from Illinois, Wisconsin, Delaware and Colorado breweries. Beers will be featured for visitors to sample and learn about the different varieties during the event. Breweries include Revolution, with its offerings of  “A Little Crazy”, a Belgium Pale Ale and “Pils” a Craft Pilsner; Lakefront Brewing Company with its “Hop Jockey IPA a Hoppy IPA and “My Turn-Evan” a Mexican Style Lager; New Belgium Brewing Co. with its “Citradelic IPA” a Tangerine IPA and “Heavy Melon, a Watermelon Lime Ale, and Dogfish Head Brewing Company with its “Festiva Peche” a Peach Brew and “Romantic Chemistry,” an Apricot Mango, IPA. There will be eight different types of beer styles represented.

Entertainment for the evening will be provided by The Sting Rays and free adult yard games including badminton; croquet; corn hole; lawn twister and “Yardzee.” Food will be available for purchase from Aliano’s Ristorante; Dundee Depot Dogs and Rosie O’Hare’s Public House.

All are welcome as no admission is required. Those choosing to drink must be 21 yrs. old and purchase a wristband from the Dundee Foundation for $1. Beers are priced at $5 per 10-ounce glass.

Thirsty Thursdays

Presented by The Dundee Foundation and Neu Family Dental as part of the 2016 Sizzlin’ Summer Events, Thirsty Thursdays  are held from 6-10 pm, at The Depot, 319 North River Street, East Dundee. Zeller Marketing & Design is this year’s sponsor of Thirsty Thursdays.  For more information, please contact The Depot directly at (847) 426-2255 or visit www.discoverdundee.org.

Discover Dundee 2016 Sizzlin’ Summer Events

Each week throughout the summer months, The Depot hosts events: Motor Mondays, Tail Waggin’ Tuesdays, Wine Down Wednesdays and Thirsty Thursdays. In addition The Depot Market is held every Saturday, 8a-2p and the Farmers Market is held every Sunday, 9a-1p.  Lunch in the Park and Concerts in the Park are held during the months of June, July and August at various locations throughout Dundee. To learn more, visit www.discoverdundee.org.

About the Village of East Dundee

Home to 3,000 residents, the village of East Dundee is a picturesque community located along the eastern banks of the Fox River in northeast Kane County. It is traversed by the Fox River Bicycle Path, a major pedestrian/bicycle artery that offers enthusiasts an opportunity to see the Fox Valley in its natural setting along the river.   A combination of restaurants, retail and community events in its downtown business district, have helped define East Dundee as a destination attraction for both residents and regional visitors. The Village is located at 120 Barrington Ave. For more information on the village’s economic plan and all East Dundee events, please visit www.eastdundee.net or www.discoverdundee.org.

About the Village of West Dundee

The village of West Dundee, with a population 7,331, offers a small town atmosphere and regional conveniences. The community is showcased by the beautifully maintained turn-of-the-century architecture in the downtown historic district, adjacent to the picturesque Riverwalk. Dining, shopping, entertainment and lodging opportunities include family-owned and national brand restaurants, Spring Hill Mall, Leafs Ice Center, Marriott and much more. For more information about the village of West Dundee, located at 102 S. Second St., visit the village website at www.wdundee.org.