Showing posts with label beer. Show all posts
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Wednesday, April 23, 2025

Bacchus Buster (Saturday, April 26) Plus the Wine & Beer Clubs return


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Come Taste this Saturday

We're back- January Bacchus Buster was a hit and we're here this Saturday 1-4PM with 7 Tables of Spring Hits. Every table has 4 wines under $25 + 2 wines $40-70. New vendors, familiar faces and Corey + George on the floor.

Introducing our NEW Wine and Beer Clubs

Meet "Case Study" Our Educational new wine clubs, dropping monthly. Wine Club offers two tiers: 4 Bottle and 2 Bottle both valued at $100/Each. First edition: 4 Bottle Tour of Italy(Curated by George) and a 2 Bottle Left vs Right Bank study on Bordeaux. Just email, DM or call to sign up- Club launches for next Thursday pick-up! Of and you can add two cheeses to pair for $30!

Nick's Pint Society also now live for next week!

Pint Society – The Ultimate Beer Club

Join Pint Society, where craft beer lovers get exclusive access to the best brews at unbeatable prices. Each month, enjoy hand-selected packs featuring top-tier breweries, limited releases, and seasonal gems—all at a major discount.

Hopheads 4-Pack – $22.50

A dream for IPA lovers, this 4-pack guarantees two Double or Triple IPAs in every box. Expect an expertly curated mix from some of the best in the game, including:
Foam, Tilted Barn, Bissell Brothers, Finback, Long Live Beerworks, Trillium, Other Half, Modestman, Lamplighter, and more.
✔ 
About 10% off our standard 4-pack pricing
✔ 
Even bigger savings compared to single-can purchases

Mix Pack – $17.99

A rotating selection designed for variety seekers. This pack includes:

  • One hop-forward beer, but not necessarily an IPA (think dry-hopped saison, dry-hopped lager, etc.).

  • Seasonal picks, like big stouts in fall/winter, or sessionable dark beers like dunkel or Czech dark lager.
    Curated from brands like 
    Schilling, Oxbow, Bissell Brothers, Trillium, Sacred Profane, Jack's Abby, Lamplighter, and more.

Exclusive Member Perks

  • First dibs on rare & limited releases – We'll notify club members first when special bottles or high-end 4-packs become available, always at a discount.

  • Tree House Proxy Pickup Service – Place an order with Tree House, give us your name and order number, and we'll handle the pickup for you! (Pour Richard's is not responsible for any order issues, just the pickup service.)

Sunday, November 17, 2024

Looking for where to get 67 Degrees beers to go? Aha, there are some options

Not just because I need to get a refresh on my 67 Degrees Brewery supply...  :-)
Looking for where to get 67 Degrees beers to go? Aha, there are some options
Looking for where to get 67 Degrees beers to go? 
Can’t make it to Wrentham? Check out one of these local spots for your 67 fix 👇🏾

🍻 Wholefoods (Dedham, MA)
🍻 Wholefoods (Wellesley, MA)
🍻 Shaws (Franklin, MA)
🍻 Village Mall Liquors (Franklin, MA)
🍻 Big Y (Franklin, MA)
🍻 Ernie’s Liquors (Bellingham, MA)

Happy hunting!

#metrowestma #franklinma #wrenthamma #macraftbeer #beerstagram



Tuesday, September 10, 2024

Pour Richard's countdown to transition begins

via Ann Williams, owner operator of Pour Richard's 

"I got into this business because I love wine. And people. Specifically, I love matching up people I like with wines I like. One of the best ways to do that is to open bottles of wine and let people taste for themselves, because there is no better way to take someone out of their 'comfort zone' and get them to try something new.

When I envisioned the store, I thought I'd spend time tasting with suppliers (friends), to find products that I'd then sell to customers (friends). I thought I'd throw fun tastings and parties. And for 11+ years, I did exactly that. What I did not ever want to do: spend every waking moment talking to- or attempting to talk to- town officials. Sadly, that is exactly how I spent the last several months. Thankfully, we're done with all that. 

Pour Richard's countdown to transition begins
countdown to transition begins
I am leaving Pour Richard's in the best of hands. I promise you, you will not be disappointed in this transition. I'm not going to disappear just yet, but we are beginning a (long) countdown. For our last few months, we can go back to the way things are supposed to be: a store full of fun products and fun people.
 
Fun events. Fun tastings. First off, we have Turn the Page: Introducing Corey B, where you can get a glimpse of the future of Pour Richard's. Then we have an All-Portugal event, with Tony & Augusto. Another 'Conversations' tasting, with Brendan Ferguson. And one with Matt Belanger. An Italian thing I'm plotting with George. Maybe a Pennywise, if I can fit it in? And one last blowout anniversary party (12!), scheduled for Saturday, Nov 16.

If my time here were a fireworks show, these next several weeks are the grand finale. Stay tuned; we intend to exit in high style."

Visit Pour Richard's in their physical location 835 W Central St #2, Franklin, MA  or on the internet at -> https://pourrichardswine.com/

Thursday, October 19, 2023

Pour Richards Celebrates 11 years - Thank you!

spot - (noun) 1. a small round or roundish mark. 2. a particular place or point

eleven - (noun) one more than ten
A little over eleven years ago, I re-arranged my life to prioritize two things: sleeping in my own bed, and selling products I actually liked. Ergo, no more working for distributors and importers. No more constant travel. No more selling 'priority brands'. I would buy a store and sell the wines, spirits, and beer I thought were exceptional. And so Pour Richard's came to be, marking a particular spot in time.

I cannot believe it has been eleven years, but the calendar doesn't lie. And eleven years of a great community is worth celebrating. So mark your calendars! The Eleventh Anniversary Celebration will be Saturday, November 18 from 2-5 PM. Many of my favorite wine and spirits people will be there: Mad River's Maura Conolly, Plus Mike Brehart, Matt Brooks, Matt Bellanger, John Avery, Roger Warner. And more. It will be a superb time to stock up for Thanksgiving. But also just a superb time. Please celebrate with us!

Until then, keep your eyes peeled for other 'spots', specifically spot sales. We'll be posting lots of limited offers via email and social media as a reward for our very fabulous customers.

Thank you for eleven years of patronage. Thank you for trusting us with your beverage needs. Thank you for being part of our community. 

Thank you.

Tuesday, September 19, 2023

Change in business hours at 67 Degrees' Franklin taproom

67 Degrees
67 Degrees
Hello everyone! 
Over the next couple of months, we are making some changes to the business hours of the Franklin taproom. Starting this week, the taproom will not operate on Thursdays. 
The hours for the Wrentham Beer Garden will 
remain the same through the end of the season or as long as the weather permits. We will keep you updated on any changes to the taproom hours when the time comes.
 
Cheers!
Shared from -> https://www.instagram.com/p/CxL1wkzLgTg/

Change in business hours at 67 Degrees' Franklin taproom
Change in business hours at 67 Degrees' Franklin taproom

Saturday, May 27, 2023

"The Cellar" by 67 Degrees Brewing Readies for the Summer at the Wrentham Village Premium Outlets

As microbrewery 67 Degrees Brewing proudly serves the growing crowds at The Cellar by 67 Degrees, the first outdoor beer garden to serve the Wrentham Village Premium Outlets readies for a busy summer. The Franklin-based brewery has a multi-year commitment with Simon Properties to operate the beer garden, which features a retro-fitted shipping container that’s pouring craft brews for shoppers from near and far.

The Cellar pours nine of 67 Degrees’ own beers, two beers from nearby breweries, and three wines from La Cantina Winery. Customers can enjoy its new tropical sour ale “Carmen Says…” Berliner Weiss, which brings banana, mango, and pineapple flavors to Bay State beer lovers, while favorites “Retriever” Golden Ale and “Route 140” New England IPA grow their reputation as crowd-pleasers.

As it prepares for Memorial Day Weekend and unofficial kick-off of summer, The Cellar will host a regular rotation of programming and games to satisfy the growing crowds. In its ongoing effort to support its surrounding community, The Cellar will host its first ever “Pups and Pints”, a puppy adoption open house on May 27. Held in collaboration with Dedham’s Schultz’s Guest House, a portion of beer sales proceeds will benefit the non-profit dog rescue shelter.

One of the fastest growing microbreweries in Massachusetts, 67 Degrees uses local ingredients and time-honored brewing techniques in their craft. The Cellar operates from 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m., from Sunday-Thursday and 11:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. Entirely operated by 67 Degrees Brewing staff, the beer garden is located in the center of the shopping complex on Patriot Court. It includes ample parking, accessible facilities, and dining options for all. Interviews with 67 Degrees Brewing are available upon request.


Wednesday, January 18, 2023

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING FRANKLIN, MA: Transfer of a Section 15 Wine and Malt Beverages Package Store License From Ouzo Corp d/b/a Franklin Mobil to 660 Central, LLC d/b/a Mobil

The Franklin Town Council will hold a Public Hearing on an application by 660 Central, LLC d/b/a Mobil, located at 660 West Central Street, Franklin, MA for a transfer to it of a Section 15 Wine and Malt Beverages Package Store License presently held by Ouzo Corp d/b/a Franklin Mobil to be exercised at the same location. 

This hearing will be held on February 1, 2023 at 7:00 PM and will
provide an open forum for discussion. Location: Municipal Building, 2nd floor Council Chambers, 355 E. Central St., Franklin and will also be available via the “ZOOM” platform. 

Residents can visit the Town website (Franklinma.gov) calendar on and after January 27, 2023 for updated meeting information. 

For questions, please call the Town Administrator’s Office at (508) 520-4949.


NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING FRANKLIN, MA: Transfer of a Section 15 Wine and Malt Beverages Package Store License From Ouzo Corp d/b/a Franklin Mobil to 660 Central, LLC d/b/a Mobil
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING FRANKLIN, MA: Transfer of a Section 15 Wine and Malt Beverages Package Store License From Ouzo Corp d/b/a Franklin Mobil to 660 Central, LLC d/b/a Mobil

Wednesday, January 11, 2023

Franklin Cultural District: choices for this holiday weekend as #artshappenhere

Going into the Martin Luther King holiday weekend, a variety of events to take part in. 

Wednesday, January 11

11:00am - Mobile Monthly Food Pantry (Franklin Senior Center)

7:00pm - Franklin's Newcomers Meeting (Escape Into Fiction)


Escape Into Fiction
Escape Into Fiction

Thursday, January 12

7:00pm - Wine Barre 02038 (Intermission Café)

Friday, January 13

5:30pm - Moxie (live music) (67 Degrees Brewery)


67 Degrees Brewing
67 Degrees Brewing



Saturday, January 14

10:00am - Winter Farmers Market (Fairmount Fruit Farm)

10:00am - Franklin Historical Museum (always free) (Train Town Franklin on display)

10:30am - Winter Time Story Time (for all ages) (Escape Into Fiction)

12:00pm - Raina's Plate Taproom Tailgate (food truck) (67 Degrees Brewery)

5:30pm - Lincoln St Groove Project (live music) (67 Degrees Brewery)

8:00pm - Viva Las Elvis Tribute Concert (live performance) (THE BLACK BOX)


Sunday, January 15

1:00pm - Franklin Historical Museum (always free) (Train Town Franklin on display)


Monday, January 16 = Martin Luther King Jr. Day


Tuesday, January 17

6:00pm - Dean Neighborhood Alliance (Dean College)

6:00pm - Reception and book announcement (Franklin Library Assoc history) (Franklin Public Library)

6:30pm - "Ben’s Donation at 245 - an Exploration of the Role of Libraries in America’s Democracy, Then, Now, and in the Future" (panel discussion) (Franklin Public Library)


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Visit the Cultural District page ->  https://www.franklinculture.org/

Find the full Community event calendar  https://www.franklinmatters.org/p/blog-page.html

If you have an event to add to the calendar, you can use the form to submit it for publication:  https://forms.gle/oPdi8X3ZbHHyrHzo6

The Town meeting calendar is found  https://www.franklinma.gov/calendar
The School district calendar is found  https://www.franklinps.net/calendar-by-event-type/26 

Franklin Cultural District: Arts are happening here!
Franklin Cultural District: Arts are happening here!

Friday, September 9, 2022

What's happening at the Franklin Cultural Festival on Saturday? Download this 1 sheet guide

This one sheet PDF document combines the info you need to be aware on 
  • where to park
  • the schedule for the Main Stage 
  • the layout of the Cultural Festival on the Town Common

Fortunately, we have a beautiful weather forecast for Saturday. There is plenty to do and see for all ages as Franklin celebrates "Community Unity"




What's happening at the Franklin Cultural Festival on Saturday? Download this 1 sheet guide
What's happening at the Franklin Cultural Festival on Saturday? Download this 1 sheet guide

Tuesday, September 6, 2022

Franklin Cultural Festival - map of activity locations scheduled for Saturday, Sep 10, 2022

The Franklin Cultural Festival is scheduled for Saturday, Sep 10 from noon to 6 PM in and around the Town Common with the activities shown in the areas on the map shared here:

Franklin Cultural Festival - map of activity locations scheduled for Saturday, Sep 10, 2022
Franklin Cultural Festival - map of activity locations scheduled for Saturday, Sep 10, 2022

Other updates on the Cultural Festival




Wednesday, May 25, 2022

Franklin Cultural District - Arts happening Here (through May 31)

Concerts, trivia, and yoga lead to the Memorial Day parade and ceremony on Monday. Oh, and the FAA art exhibit (7 artists) continues at 67 Degrees. 

Yes, #arts happening here!


Wednesday, May 25
7:30pm - OSKEY (FHS seniors variety show)

Thursday, May 26
5:00pm - Ayla Brown & Rob Bellamy (LaCantina Winery)
6:30pm - Trivia Thursday (67 Degrees)

7:00pm - FSPA performs Excerpts from Great Opera and Operetta (THE BLACK BOX)
Friday, May 27
6:00pm - Hit the Bus with Laura May (67 Degrees)
Saturday, May 28
10:00am - Historical Museum (always free)

11:00am - Yoga in the Taproom (67 Degrees)

11:00am - Goat Yoga is back! (Fairmount Fruit Farm)

Sunday, May 29
1:00pm - Historical Museum (always free)

Monday, May 30 = Memorial Day
10:30am - Memorial Day Parade & Ceremonies


Find the full calendar  https://www.franklinmatters.org/p/blog-page.html

If you have an event to add to the calendar, you can use the form to submit it for publication:  https://forms.gle/oPdi8X3ZbHHyrHzo6

The Town meeting calendar is found  https://www.franklinma.gov/calendar
The School district calendar is found  https://www.franklinps.net/calendar-by-event-type/26

Wednesday, March 9, 2022

67 Degrees adds comedy nights!

SAVE THE DATE, SAVE THE DATE!

Comedy in the taproom. See you then.

67 Degrees adds comedy nights!
67 Degrees adds comedy nights!



Tickets available online - Choose "events" in the online order process 

Wednesday, January 19, 2022

Recycle Your Beer Carriers And Corks at Franklin Liquors

"It’s estimated* that at least 10 million new plastic can carriers are used annually by breweries in Massachusetts, with just 10% of them being collected and re-used, and less than 2% of them ever getting recycled.  As a result, the amount of plastic beer packaging waste ending up in landfills each year is enough to fill any of the state’s largest breweries with discarded carriers rather than beer. 

Now you can bring them to Franklin Liquors to be reused by local breweries!"

Yes, a local answer to the issue raised in 2021.    https://www.franklinmatters.org/2021/05/did-you-know-that-plastic-beer-carriers.html


Recycle Your Beer Carriers And Corks at Franklin Liquors
Recycle Your Beer Carriers at Franklin Liquors

And Franklin Liquors will also recycle natural wine corks!


We also want your corks!!
Bring your natural wine corks to Franklin Liquors to be recycled!

Recycling your natural wine corks helps replace environmentally harmful, petroleum-based materials in consumer products with a natural, sustainable alternative.

Find out which wines use natural cork and which ones don’t. When you reach for a bottle, look for those with natural corks. https://recork.com/corkwatch

 

Recycle Your Beer Carriers And Corks at Franklin Liquors
Recycle Your Natural Corks at Franklin Liquors

Shared from Franklin Liquors page ->    https://franklinliquors.wordpress.com/2022/01/18/recycle-your-corks-and-beer-carriers/


Monday, September 13, 2021

Franklin Cultural Festival "Community Unity" - photo essay

How does one determine the success of the Franklin Cultural Festival "Community Unity" event held on Sunday, Sep 12, 2021 in great weather.

Kaye Kelly and group at the end of the "Sari Showcase"
Kaye Kelly and group at the end of the "Sari Showcase"

  • The crowd and lines were steady from the opening at noon through 3:30 or so. Some may have decided to check out the sports event on TV. For those that remained, salsa lessons and great music continued.
the wise owl greeted young and young at heart
the wise owl greeted young and young at heart

  • The variety and number of food trucks. Could there have been more, yes, if the food truck owners had followed through. For those who ran out of food early, maybe they'll be better prepared next time. For those trucks that didn't participate, their missed opportunity. It is a great start.
Eguie Castrillo & Mar del Norte Salsa Orchestra
Eguie Castrillo & Mar del Norte Salsa Orchestra

  • The Kid's corner and puppet shows were pleasing based upon the hoots and hollers from those watching the show.
some of the crowd at the second puppet show
some of the crowd at the second puppet show

  • The line up of artisan crafters was multifaceted. Many of the booths reported good business from the great amount of traffic.
The Pamela Means Project performed
The Pamela Means Project performed
  • The beer and wine garden was busy when I stopped by. Got my wrist band after getting my license checked. Then some liquid refreshment to go with my food truck tacos on the lawn in the shade. I was not alone. Dozens of others were under the tent at tables or spread around the lawn as well.
two chicken tacos were delicious
two chicken tacos were delicious


  • Cultural diversity was achieved with one view of the salsa dance lessons. Participants spread among the ages from young to young at heart, mostly women (but a few men). A youngster with a Patriots jersey learning the salsa inline with a couple of young ladies wearing saris. 
salsa dance lessons lead by RI Dance
salsa dance lessons lead by RI Dance


At least for this day, the smiling faces seemed to be enjoying the art based event. Let's work together for more of this. And yes, Franklin Matters is proud to be in good company in helping to sponsor this event.

Additional photos from the event can be found in one album


Franklin Matters is proud to be in good company in helping to sponsor this event
Franklin Matters is proud to be in good company in helping to sponsor this event