Beer prices

I know that the price of hops and various other factors have pushed beer prices up, and have even almost gotten used to seeing $12.99 sixpacks on occasion. But last night I got a rude awakening: at a party store (that's what they call liquor stores in MI, though I have no clue why) in Ypsilanti last night, I wanted to buy some Rogue Dead Guy Ale for Halloween. Imagine my shock when I saw the price tag: $16.99 for a six pack!?! I checked the other Rogue beers they had and none of the others were quite that much, though a couple were $14.99. Is this normal? Has anyone else noticed similar prices? Are we on our way to $20 sixers??

Not beer related, but Beer Chick related!

Come join the fun!!

4th Annual Haunted Hustle Trail 5k
Sunday, October 26, 2008
Great Halloween themed family event that benefits the Girls on the Run program of S.E. Michigan! Run on the cross country trails behind Pioneer High School.
There is something for everyone!

9am Competitive 5k (expected finish time of 30 min or less)
Age group awards 3 deep!
Free pair of running shoes for overall male and female!
Awards provided by Running Fit.

9:45am Monster Kid's Dash!
Finisher awards for all!

10:00am Family Fun Run/Walk
Finisher awards for all!
Finisher awards provided by BMW of Ann Arbor

Register online : www.girlsontherunsemi.org

Also at the race day expo will be great activities such as : A fun kid activity by Creatopia -Paint it Yourself Pottery, amazing balloon animals for purchase by Michael Webb from Balloons With Heart, a bounce house from A Bounce Away, early sign up information for the Martian Marathon from Running Fit, purchase a chance ($5)to win a treadmill worth $1,000.00 (delivered to your home) not to mention GREAT food from Angelo's and Zingerman's

Brewtopia!

In case anyone in the NYC area is reading this, a non-profit near and dear to the Beer Chicks needs your help. One Brick is pouring beer at Brewtopia at Pier 92 inNYC on October 31 and November 31 AND will be a beneficiary of the event! Volunteers get a t-shirt and get to check out a really cool event for free. Costumes are welcomed, and it could be the start of a fun Halloween out on the town! Help a great organization, have fun, play some tricks, get some treats... could you ask for a better Halloween?

Get more info here: One Brick and Brewtopia.

And speaking of Halloween, right now I'm enjoying Great Lakes Brewing's Nosferatu- the vampire beer! I was warned that it's strong, and they weren't kidding. At 8% ABV, it is a buttkicker! That being said, it is TASTY. The dark red ale is a gorgeous color, hoppy and rich, with a nice balance and smooth finish. I wish it was available year round!