Just a friendly reminder that we're merely a week and a half away from the 3rd annual Big Muddy Monster Brewfest taking place at Riverside Park In Murphysboro! The event will be 1pm - 4pm on Saturday, October 20th, 2012. This year promises to be bigger and better than ever with multiple vendors, seminars, live music and, of course, more terrific craft beer than you know what to do with!

Last year, over 25 breweries were represented and served over 100 different beers from all over the midwest! If you were there, you know it was nothing short of epic. If you weren't, why on earth not? Fix it this time 'round by getting your tickets now!

I'll be representing Crown Valley Brewery this year at the fest and I'll have some great craft beers from this Ste. Genevieve, Missouri-based  craft brewery that making inroads into the southern Illinois market. Be sure and stop by the booth, say hi and let me pour you a great regional craft beer! If you like Crown Valley beers, please consider asking your local store to carry the brand if you don't see it on the shelves! You'll be helping me help Crown Valley make a splash in southern Illinois and you'll be helping to see another quality craft brewery available locally. A wine/win, huh?

Cheers and see you all on Saturday!