AN AFTERNOON AT THE BALLPARK WITH GW ALUMNI – PHILLIES VS. MARLINS
Cheer on the Philadelphia Phillies as they take on the Florida Marlins! Before the game, grab a bite to eat and mingle with your fellow alumni at McFadden’s Ballpark.

Saturday, September 8
2:30 p.m. - Pre-Game
McFadden’s Restaurant
11th and Pattison Avenue
Philadelphia, Penn.

3:55 p.m.- Phillies vs. Marlins
Citizens Bank Park
One Citizens Bank Way
Philadelphia, Penn. 19148

The cost is $20 and includes your ticket to the game and pre-game appetizers. It is a cash bar. Space is limited, so please register in advance. Tickets will be available for pick up at McFadden’s until 20 minutes before the game, after which they will be available at Citizens Bank Will Call. The seats are in Section 202, Rows 3–5. A seating map of Citizens Bank Park can be viewed here. For more information on McFadden’s Ballpark, please visit their website. Already have tickets to the game? You can join us at the pre-game party for $10 per person!

GW ALUMNI HAPPY HOUR IN PHILADELPHIA
Join fellow GW alumni for a fall happy hour at The Plough and the Stars. Reconnect with old friends and make some news while enjoying drinks and light hors d’oeuvres.

Thursday, October 25
6 to 8 p.m.
The Plough and the Stars
123 Chestnut Street
Philadelphia, Penn.

There is no cost to attend this event, but please register so we can have an accurate headcount. It is a cash bar and GW will provide appetizers. For more information on The Plough and the Stars, please visit their website.

BELGIAN BEER TASTING WITH GW ALUMNI
Join fellow GW alumni for a Belgian experience, tasting beers from this tiny country that brews an amazing assortment. We will sample and discuss everything from fruity and sour Lambics to dark, strong Trappist ales, including other countries’ Belgian-styled ales. Jon Myerow, Tria’s owner and beer educator, will lead us through a tasting of seven distinct Belgian ale styles and will discuss proper storage and service of each beer along with some food pairing suggestions.

Wednesday, December 5
6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Tria Fermentation School
1601 Walnut Street, Suite 620
Philadelphia, Penn.

This event costs $18 and includes the private tasting as well as light appetizers. Seating is limited for the tasting, so please register in advance to reserve your space. For more information on Tria Cafe’s Fermentation School, please visit their website.

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