What’s Booming RVA: Beer Fest, Cocktail History, Rumours
Boomer’s top 5 picks for the week ahead
Try beers from 45+ breweries (many hard to get in Virginia!), imbibe cocktail history, take in ’70s and ’80s “Rumours” and Dave Mason, and take a musical journey with “Pippin.” In “What’s Booming RVA: Beer Fest, Cocktail History, Rumours.”
“Pippin”
July 25 to 28 at Dominion Energy Center, Richmond
Cadence Theatre presents the musical story of Pippin, heir to the Frankish throne, as he quests for the elusive secret of true happiness, learning that the quest can be fulfilled in everyday moments.
Forever Summer Fest
July 27, noon to 6 p.m., at Main Street Station, Richmond
Tickets give unlimited access to beers from over 45 top-notch breweries from all over, many typically unavailable in Central Virginia, alongside food, NA beverage options, and live music. All proceeds go to Childsavers, plus a raffle for more proceeds and rare and special products as prizes.
Rumours: The Ultimate Fleetwood Mac Tribute Show
July 27, 7 p.m., at Chesterfield After Hours, Midlothian
The L.A.-based tribute band recreates Fleetwood Mac’s persona and music, from 1975 to 1987. Well, here you go again!
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Cocktails, Civil War Style
July 31, 5:30 to 7 p.m., at The American Civil War Museum, Richmond
Wine Down Wednesday serves up a bit of mixology history with the first printed bartender’s manual, “How to Mix Drinks: Or, the Bon-Vivant’s companion.” Learn about Jerry Thomas, the author and the great-great grandfather of modern American mixology, while sampling one of his recipes.
Dave Mason’s Traffic Jam
July 31, doors at 6:30 p.m., at the Beacon Theatre, Hopewell
The extraordinary guitar player and soulful singer presents fan favorites and deep cuts from Traffic, Dave Mason, and other songs that share the story of rock ’n’ roll history. Includes multimedia visuals and firsthand stories.
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