Warm up this winter by getting out and attending an event for the ultimate craft beer enthusiast. In honor of FeBREWary, Maryland Craft Beer Lover’s Month, the Maryland Brewers Association (BAM) presents the inaugural Love Thy Beer: Winter Warmer Showcase, presented by the Brewers Association of Maryland (BAM), on Friday, February 12, 2016 from 6- 10 pm at the Silver Spring Civic Building (One Veterans Place, Silver Spring, MD 20910). From stouts and porters to winter seasonal brews and sours, there will be something for everyone as the event will include beer tastings from over 16 breweries from across the state as well as live music and light fare from Mission BBQ. The “VIP” Pass is $80.00 and includes a VIP reception from 6-7 pm (featuring small batch, limited editions and cellar beers not available through the Main Event ticket), tastings from 7-10 pm, and a signature BAM glass. The “Main Event” Pass is $65.00, goes from 7-10 pm and includes craft beer tastings and a signature BAM glass. For more information onto www.baltimorecraftbeerfestival.com or call 410-252-9463.

The exciting one-day festival will feature brews from 7 Locks Brewing; Antietam Brewery, Brewer’s Alley; Calvert Breweing Company; Denizens Brewing Co.; DuClaw Brewing Co; Flying Dog Brewery; Franklins Brewery; Jailbreak Brewing Company; Monocacy Brewing Company; Mully’s Brewery; Oliver Brewing Co.; Pub Dog Brewing Co.; Raven Beer; Union Craft Brewing and Waredaca Brewing Company.