Widmer/Brrr Seasonal Ale present Big Chill ‘10

Put on your bowling shoes and stocking caps for Widmer Brothers Brewing’s Big Chill ‘10 at Grand Central Restaurant and Bowling Lounge, Friday, Nov. 19. The third-annual event is a kick off to the upcoming snow season and a celebration of the best of the Northwest including local craft beer, music, art and fashion. The event will begin at 9 p.m. and guests will be served Brrr, the winter seasonal from Widmer Brothers Brewing.

What:              Widmer Brothers Big Chill ‘10

• The night will include music from 94/7 FM and Grand Central’s DJ “X” as well as fashion show on the bowling lanes featuring local looks from Atmosphere, Auviq, Looptworks, PCB (Phlox Clothing Boutique) and the best in winter gear from U.S. Outdoor Store.

• New this year: a silent auction benefitting PDX POP NOW!. Local artists have taken skis, snowboards and toboggans and created winter-themed works of art. Guests can vote on their favorite and the artist will win the opportunity to create a custom designed snowboard complete with lift passes to Mt Hood Meadows or a weekend getaway to Sunriver Resort.

• Snow-junkies can also get their pictures taken at the Big Chill photo booth, hosted by Paparrazzi Tonight, or warm up with a sample of cold Brrr.

When: Friday, November 19 at 9 p.m.

Where: Grand Central Restaurant and Bowling Lounge

839 SE Morrison Ave., Portland, OR 97214

Cost: Admission to the Big Chill ’10 is free. A 2010 commemorative mug is also free when purchasing a Brrr Seasonal Ale for $3.50, while supplies last.

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