Ancient Ales Program at Kings Road Brewing Company

131 Kings Highway East,Haddonfield NJ 08033

09 June, 2021

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JOIN US WEDNESDAY, JUNE 9 FOR A FASCINATING PROGRAM ON ANCIENT ALES PRESENTED BY DR. PATRICK MCGOVERN AT KING'S ROAD BREWING COMPANY On June 9, 2021, starting at 7:00 PM the Historical Society of Haddonfield will host Dr. Patrick McGovern at King’s Road Brewing Company, 131 Kings Highway East, Haddonfield, NJ 08033. Dr. McGovern's program is sponsored by WhitePenny - a full-service brand and digital strategy firm based in Haddonfield. Light fare and snacks will be provided. Some snacks have been generously donated by Sparrow's Gourmet Snacks. All proceeds benefit the Historical Society of Haddonfield. Dr. McGovern is a Scientific Director at the University of Pennsylvania Museum in Philadelphia and is an Adjunct Professor of Anthropology. He is the author of several books, including "Ancient Brews, Rediscovered and Re-created." There will be an opportunity to purchase signed copies of his books that evening. Dr. McGovern’s lecture will focus on the history of alcohol and its relationship to evolution. He will discuss the historical importance of fermented beverages and discuss the discovery of ancient beverages. Also, on this night, King's Road will release their own ancient ale, Gordian Knot, brewed in collaboration with Dr. McGovern and using his recipes. Ticket holders will be the first to get a chance to taste this complex, co-fermented brew, made with saffron and honey. VIP Pre-event: for an additional fee the ticket holder joins a select group of 50 people at a pre-event meet and greet with Dr. McGovern from 6:15pm to 7:00pm. King's Road Brewing Company will be open to ticket holders only, their full complement of beverages will be available for purchase, including water, and non-alcoholic home-made sodas. Ticket Prices: • Ancient Ales ticket: $100 • VIP Pre-Event with Dr. McGovern: $35 - limit of 50 **This cannot be purchased without also buying the Ancient Ales ticket.Includes:• One tasting of Gordian Knot• Free Commemorative Glass • Snacks and light fare• Q&A and book signing after the lecture - please bring cash or check to purchase Dr. McGovern's book*Please note that the Historical Society of Haddonfield and King's Road Brewing Company have taken all necessary precautions and are following the current NJ COVID restrictions. All King's Road servers will be masked and gloved. All tables are socially distant. Most guests will be seated at tables. There are a small number of seats available at the bar. We will do our best to accommodate seating preferences. If you would like to be grouped at a table, please send an email to Sarah at [email protected]. More information is on the website of the Historical Society www.haddonfieldhistory.org or call the office 856-429-7375.Kings Road has indoor and outdoor seating (covered). We will try to accommodate preferences for seating location. Please be aware that some tables are hi-tops.