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labff

July 31st, 2008

The Los Angeles Brazilian Film Festival
“The Los Angeles Brazilian Film Festival (LABRFF) is a non-profit organization dedicated to showcasing the art and talent of emerging Brazilian filmmakers in the most recognized home to the motion-picture industry in the world.”  Karl Strauss is the official beer sponsor of the festival.

For more info click here.


camarillo

July 27th, 2008

Taste of Camarillo
Taste of Camarillo features over 100 participating wineries and breweries, live music, and food from over 40 restaurants.  Tickets available online.  Karl Strauss will be pouring several varieties of beer at the event. 

For more info click here.


DTLA

July 25th, 2008

Downtown LA Film Festival Screening
”Bring a blanket and picnic on the lawn for your private outdoor sneak preview of 3 feature films being screened during the Downtown Film Festival (Aug. 13-17).  All screenings begin at 8:30 pm. Pre-screening mixer begins at 7:30 pm.”  Karl Strauss if the official sponsor of the festival and screenings. 

For more info click here.


newfilmmakers

July 24th, 2008

A+D Design Museum "New Filmaker's Series"
This is the 12th Installment of The New Filmmaker Series at the A+D museum.   The screening begins at 7pm with short films followed by the feature presentation of  “Beautiful Loser.”  Karl Strauss is the official beer sponsor of the series.

For more info click here.


moca

July 18th, 2008

A+D Design Museum "LA Design Awards Exhibit"
The LA Design Awards Exhibit “showcases projects of design excellence” and will be featured at the museum through August 20th.  Karl Strauss is the official beer of the opening night.

For more info click here.


surfheritage

July 18th, 2008

Surfing Heritage Foundation Outdoor Summer Movie
SHF kicks off their outdoor summer movie series with Waterman.  Karl Strauss is the official beer sponsor of the event. 

For more info click here.


santabarbara

July 17th, 2008

Santa Barbara Museum Nights
“Transcend illusion & desire by traveling though the exhibition A Tibet Expedition 1938: Selected Gifts from Two Explorers.”  Karl Strauss is the exclusive beer sponsor of the series.

For more info click here.


DTLA

July 13th, 2008

City of Hope 6th Annual Wine Festival
“City of Hope Sixth Annual Summer Wine & Food Festival will be Sunday, July 13, 2008 - 4:00-7:00pm
@ Del Mar Plaza, 1555 Camino Del Mar, Del Mar, CA 92014.  Guests enjoy distinctive wines and food on a beautiful Sunday afternoon overlooking scenic downtown Del Mar and its coastline.”  Karl Strauss is the exclusive brewery participating in the event. 

For more info click here.


lawinefest

July 12th, 2008

LA Wine Festival
“This year's event will have over 500 wines from 14 different countries” as well as a select few craft breweries.  Karl Strauss will be pouring Woodie Gold and Red Trolley at the event. 

For more info click here.


DTLA

July 12th, 2008

Downtown LA Film Festival Pre Party Walk
“The Downtown Film Festival was established by to celebrate the resurgence of Downtown L.A. in all its facets – its historic movie palaces core, its legendary cultural and ethnic institutions, and its thriving business and residential communities. In 2008, its inaugural year, the Downtown Film Festival – Los Angeles will showcase why Downtown has become L.A.’s most exciting “new” community.”  Karl Strauss is the exclusive beer sponsor of the festival and the pre-party Art Walk. 

For more info click here.


gangbusters

July 11th, 2008

20th Annual California State Games
“California State Games is a statewide amateur sports festival that is a grass roots program of the United States Olympic Committee.”  Karl Strauss is the official beer sponsor of the VIP party. 

For more info click here.


gangbusters

July 4th, 2008

Gangbusters Theatre
“The Gangbusters Theatre Company is dedicated to staging the modern classics with their original speed and violence.”  Karl Strauss is the exclusive beer sponsor of their next production, which begins July 3rd. 

For more info click here.


SDoceans

June 28th, 2008

San Diego Ocean's Foundation 24th Anniversary
“The mission of the San Diego Oceans Foundation is to promote ocean stewardship by leading community-supported projects that enhance the ocean habitat and encourage sustainable use of the oceans resources.”  Karl Strauss is the official beer sponsor of the event. 

For more info click here.


lamoca

June 27th, 2008

Downtown LA Film Festival Summer Screening
“Join us at our Festival Headquarters at Barker Block for a series of free screenings leading up to the festival, August 13-17. The SUMMER SCREENING MIXERS will feature short and feature films.  Karl Strauss is the exclusive beer sponsor of the festival and the Summer Screenings. 

For more info click here.


lamoca

June 21st, 2008

Los Angeles Museum of Art presents Marlene Dumas
The LAMOCA will be presenting a new exhibit featuring the work of Marlene Dumas.  Karl Strauss is the exclusive beer sponsor for the opening night. 

For more info click here.


Museum of Art

June 19th, 2008

Santa Barbara Museum of Art Nights
“Explore the "I" word by coming face to face with twenty-five contemporary works from Asia, Europe, and the Americas featured in Identities.”  The event features live music, food, and beer provided by Karl Strauss. 

For more info click here.


southcoast

June 19th, 2008

South Coast Plaza Summer Food and Wine Festival
“In its 16th year South Coast Plaza's Summer Food & Wine Festival presents an exciting evening of culinary delights from South Coast Plaza restaurants, premium wineries and breweries plus live music.  Every dollar raised will be donated directly to the Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County and Someone Cares Soup Kitchen in Costa Mesa.” Karl Strauss will be at the event pouring samples of several flavors. 

For more info click here.


pizzaport

June 13th-14th, 2008

11th Annual Real Ale Festival at Pizza Port Carlsbad
Real Ale features 60 cask-conditioned beers poured from firkins as well as bottled conditioned real ale.  Admission is $25 and includes a commemorative glass and 8 taster tickets. Tickets are only available at the door.   Karl Strauss will be pouring the Rye IPA—so stop by! 

For more info click here.


longboardcrew

June 8th, 2008

Ojai Wine Festival
The Ojai Wine Festival features over 50 breweries and wineries, food, and live music.  Tickets are available online and at the door.  Karl Strauss will be pouring beer at the event. 

For more info click here.


longboardcrew

June 7th, 2008

International Surf Museum
The HB Longboard Crew is celebrating 22 years with an annual picnic they call the San O Smash. Karl Strauss is the official beer sponsor of the event. 

For more info click here.


casapacifica

June 1st, 2008

15th Annual Casa Pacifica Food and Wine Festival
“The Casa Pacifica Food and Wine Festival features over 75 remarkable restaurants, 150 renowned wineries, 25 marvelous micro-breweries, large Silent Auction, Live Auction and continuous live entertainment throughout the day.”  Karl Strauss will be on site pouring beer. 

For more info click here.


danapoint

June 1st, 2008

Dana Point Grand Prix of Cycling
“The 2nd Annual Dana Point Grand Prix of Cycling is proud to announce the selection for this years event as host of the 2008 USAC/SCNCA California Master State Criterion Championships on Sunday June 1, 2008.”  Karl Strauss is the exclusive beer sponsor of the event and will be hosting a beer garden at the races. 

For more info click here.


toasttomusic

May 31st, 2008

A Toast to Music
Show your support for Downtown El Cajon on Saturday, May 31st, from 5:00 - 8:00 pm by coming to El Cajon CDC’s 7th annual fundraiser “A Toast to Music.”  This celebration includes dozens of participating wineries, breweries, and restaurants, that all have available stations for unlimited tasting.”  Karl Strauss is an official beer sponsor of the event and will be serving samples of Stargazer IPA, Woodie Gold, and Red Trolley. 

For more info click here.


surfheritage

May 25th, 2008

Surfing Heritage Foundation Jake Shimabukuro Concert
“Perhaps no other musical artist has as much capacity to astound as Jake Shimabukuro.  Jake is a ukulele virtuoso known for his lightning fast fingers and his combination of jazz, rock, Hawaiian, and pop. Tickets are going fast, so order yours today. General Admission $25.00.”  Karl Strauss is the official beer sponsor of the event. 

For more info click here.


festofbeers

May 24th, 2008

California Festival of Beers
The 22nd annual California Festival of Beers will feature an even larger selection of great beers this year (over 100 brews), as well as a wider array of food and musical entertainment.”  This is the first year Karl Straus will appear at the festival.  We will be pouring Red Trolley, Amber Lager, and Endless Summer Light.  

For more info click here.


ucsd

May 23rd, 2008

Eclectic Theater Company Improv Night
The Eclectic Theater hosts an improve comedy night and Karl Strauss is the official beer sponsor of the event.  Tickets are $10 and reservations can be made at (818) 508-3003. 

For more info click here.


ucsd

May 23rd, 2008

UCSD Springfest
“Spring Fest is a showcase for new and experimental music from UCSD Department of Music performers and composers.”  It is one of the largest festivals at UCSD and Karl Strauss is the exclusive beer sponsor of the event. 

For more info click here.


adams avenue

May 3rd-4th, 2008

Adams Avenue Street Fair
“The Adams Avenue Business Association proudly presents the 35th Annual Adams Avenue Roots & Folk Festival to be held Saturday and Sunday, May 3 & May 4th 2008. Over 40,000 visitors attended this FREE two-day festival last year.”  Karl Strauss will be running one of the beer gardens so stop by and say hi!

For more info click here.


quint

April 26th-27th, 2008

Quint Gallery presents “Collar Free”
The Quint Gallery is hosting a an event with Collar Free--a design community where fashion is created by anyone, and voted on by you. Independent artists load designs into the system then you help decide what gets printed. Designs with the best win percentage go into production. Karl Strauss is the official beer sponsor of the event.

For more info click here.


encinitas

April 26th-27th, 2008

Encinitas Street Fair
“Browse among 400 unique booths featuring a little of everything: arts & crafts, antiques, clothing, items from around the world, and more.”  Karl Strauss is the official beer sponsor for the event.  Stop by and say hi to Chris E. and Mike—they will be pouring Red Trolley and Windansea Wheat hefeweizen.

For more info click here.


91x

April 26th, 2008

Surfrider/91X/ Karl Strauss Public Beach Clean Up
“The San Diego Chapter of Surfrider, and San Diego Coastkeeper, coordinate cleanups two times a month. To help out at an already coordinated cleanup, all you have to do is show up. For all beach cleanups, please wear comfortable clothes, closed toed shoes and sunscreen. We provide the gloves, bags, hand sanitizer and other essentials for cleaning up trash.”  91x will also be at the event and Karl Strauss Brewing Company will be present handing out pins, stickers, and raffling off tickets to Beach to Brewery. 

For more info click here.


surfingheritage

April 25th, 2008

Surfing Heritage Foundation presents “Through a Liquid Lens: Masters of Surf Photography”
“SHF in association with The Surfer’s Journal presents a Slideshow Lecture Series “Through a Liquid Lens: Masters of Surf Photography”. Featuring limited-edition prints and book signings.”  The event on 4/25 will feature the photography of Surfing Legend Art Brewer.  Karl Strauss is the official beer sponsor of the series.

For more info click here.


aztec

April 24th, 2008

SDSU Cycling Club
“The SDSU cycling team promotes competitive and recreational cycling, running, swimming, mountain biking, triathlons and adventure racing.   The Cycling/Triathlon/Endurance Athletics Team provides weekly group rides, runs and swims.”  Karl Strauss is the official beer sponsor of the team, and is supporting their upcoming race.

For more info click here.


newport beach

April 24th, 2008

Newport Beach Film Festival
“Set in beautiful Newport Beach, the Festival will host several premieres, galas and yacht parties for a singular festival experience. Film screenings and events will take place at several locations throughout Newport Beach, a city that boasts one of the largest movie consumer groups in the world, a rich filmmaking history as well as fine dining, shopping, and exceptional recreational activities.”  Karl Strauss is the exclusive beer sponsor of the festival.

For more info click here.


moca

April 17th, 2008

A+D Design Museum "After the Flood"
A+D Design Museum is featuring a series called “After the Flood.”  The exhibit will feature “proposals for replacement housing and Redevelopment in New Orleans, Louisiana in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina.”  Karl Strauss is the beer sponsor for the series.

For more info click here.


moca

April 15th, 2008

UCI Matrix Mixer
This event is hosted by the Grad Student Entrepreneurship Club and the Don BeallCenter for Innovation & Entrepreneurship.  Karl Strauss Brewing Company is the official beer sponsor of the event.

 


thread

April 13th, 2008

THREAD show fundraiser for San Diego Music Foundation
“THREAD is a showcase of emerging fashion designers and the music and art that rock their world.”  The San Diego Music Foundation will host a lounge at the event with all proceeds supporting local music.  Karl Strauss is the beer sponsor for the lounge.

For more info click here.


moca

April 12th, 2008

LA Museum of Contemporary Art presents “Lawrence Weiner”
The Eclectic Company Theatre is an independent theater company located in north Hollywood.  Their next production is Measure for Measure by William Shakespeare.  The series runs from April 4 - May 18, 2008 (each Friday and Saturday @8pm and Sundays @ 7pm).  Karl Strauss is the beer sponsor for the opening night.

For more info click here.


eclectic

April 4th, 2008

Eclectic Company Theatr
The Eclectic Company Theatre is an independent theater company located in north Hollywood.  Their next production is Measure for Measure by William Shakespeare.  The series runs from April 4 - May 18, 2008 (each Friday and Saturday @8pm and Sundays @ 7pm).  Karl Strauss is the beer sponsor for the opening night.

For more info click here.


a list

April 3rd, 2008

“The A List:  Forces of Nature”
 @ La Jolla Athenaeum
“The A List is the Athenaeum’s youngest, hippest membership group.  The next A List event will take place among artist Adam Belt’s fascinating installations exploring the motion of air, water and salt.”  The event features food, live music, and Karl Strauss is the official beer sponsor.  Members are free, Non Members are $10.

For more info click here.


sdindie

March 29th, 2008

San Diego Indie Music Festival
“SDIMF IV celebrates remarkable independent music, film, art, business and thought.”  This day long festival goes from 12 noon to 12 midnight—there will be over 70 live music acts, as well as food and a full beer garden.  Karl Strauss will be the exclusive beer sponsor of the event.

For more info click here.


ism

March 29th, 2008

ISM Gallery event
ISM is a non profit that is dedicated to promoting the arts in their local Long Beach Community.  They create a monthly ISM magazine, as well as host fundraiser events at their ISM gallery (located in downtown Long Beach).  Karl Strauss is proud to be a sponsor of ISM’s events.

For more info click here.


surfheritage

March 28th, 2008

Surfing Heritage Foundation presents “Through a Liquid Lens: Masters of Surf Photography”
“SHF in association with The Surfer’s Journal presents a Slideshow Lecture Series “Through a Liquid Lens: Masters of Surf Photography”. Featuring limited-edition prints and book signings.”  The event on 3/28 will feature the photography of Surfing Legend Tom Servais.  Karl Strauss is the official beer sponsor of the series.

For more info click here.


moca

March 22nd, 2008

LA Museum of Contemporary Art presents: Art as Life.
The Museum will host Allen Kaprow’s  “Art as Life” exhibit in the Geffen Contemporary Art museum.  Karl Strauss is the official beer sponsor of the exhibit opening.

For more info click here.


gangbusters

February 29th, 2008

Gangbusters Theater
Gangbusters Theater is an independent theatre company in LA.  Their mission statement is “staging the modern classics with their original speed and violence."  Their current production is “Tracers,”—a critically acclaimed war play by John Fusco, et al.  Karl Strauss is the official beer sponsor of the series.

For more info click here.


surfmuseum

February 24th, 2008

California Surf Museum “Tom Keck Appreciation”
The California Surf Museum is hosting a “thank you” to photographer Tom Keck for providing the museum with a great exhibit over the past year.  Karl Strauss is an official beer sponsor of the museum.

For more info click here.


surfheritage

February 22nd, 2008

Surfing Heritage Foundation "Through a Liquid Lens: Masters of Surf Photography"
“SHF in association with The Surfer’s Journal presents a Slideshow Lecture Series “Through a Liquid Lens: Masters of Surf Photography”. Featuring limited-edition prints and book signings.”  Karl Strauss is the official beer sponsor of the series.

For more info click here.


countdown

December 31st, 2007

OCMA New Year's Eve Countdown
If you are looking for something fun to do this New Year’s Eve, then check out the party at the OCMA.  Tickets are $75 (that includes a champagne toast at midnight).  The night is full of art, live music, food, and film.  Karl Strauss is the exclusive beer of the evening. 
 
Music:  Rocco De Lucca, Pawnshop Kings, The Growlers, and DJ Jesse C
Art: John Van Hamersveld: The Indian in the Machine
Film: The Woodshed Collection: Select Rock and Roll Shorts from the Malloys  

For more info click here.


pointbowl

December 20th, 2007

San Diego County Credit Union Poinsettia Bowl
This year’s SDCCU Bowl Game is between Navy and Utah.  The game takes place Thursday, December 20 at 6pm.  Karl Strauss is the exclusive beer sponsor for the VIP tailgate as well as the hospitality suites.  

For more info click here.


decnights

December 7th and December 8th, 2007

December Nights at Balboa Park
Balboa Park December Nights is the largest free community festival in San Diego. The 2 day festival includes free admission to all of the museums from 5-10pm both nights, theatrical and musical entertainment, food, drinks, and lights. Karl Strauss is one of six local breweries participating in the beer garden and we are the exclusive brewery of the beer tasting area. The beer garden is located directly in front of the Mingei Museum—stop by and say hi!

For more info click here.


pizzaport

November 30th to December 1st, 2007

Strong Ale Festival
The Strong Ale Festival starts at 4pm on Friday and 11am on Saturday.  This event features over 60 beers that are over 8% in alcohol.  Karl Strauss will be serving our Russian Imperial Stout, so stop by and enjoy a beer!  Tickets are $25 and include 8 taster tickets and a commemorative glass.  Additional 4-ounce tasters are $1 each.  You can purchase tickets online through their website.

For more info click here.


greenflash

November 18th, 2007

Green Flash Brewing Company 5th Anniversary and Beer Celebration
Green Flash Brewing Company is celebrating their 5th Anniversary with a beer celebration featuring 10 local breweries including Karl Strauss. The event will take place at their Vista Brewery located at  1430 Vantage Court in Vista, California.

Tickets available online
$20 for 10 4-oz tasters
Sunday November 18, 12-4pm.
Proceeds from the event go to the Vista Boys and Girls Club.

For more info click here.


sdbg

November 2nd, 2007

SD Brewers Guild Festival at the World Beat Center
Come out and enjoy San Diego's best hand-crafted beers, and meet the brewers who make them, at this non-profit event benefiting the World Beat Center Music Program and the SDBG.
All beers served are made right here in San Diego county, and up to 20 breweries will be participating. Come enjoy great beer, great food, and live music.  Tickets are $25 and include 10 tasters. Karl Strauss Brewing Company will be pouring several beers at the event including a few firkins. 

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wildcoast

October 7th, 2007

Wildcoast/Billabong present
The Dempsey Holder Memorial Surf Contest
“In order to draw attention to the need for a healthy and clean coast and ocean, WiLDCOAST is hosting the 4th Annual Dempsey Holder Ocean Festival in Imperial Beach at the IB Pier Plaza on Sunday, October 7th.  Dempsey Holder was a big-wave surfing legend in California who pioneered surfing the Tijuana Sloughs in the 1930s and was a longtime Ocean Lifeguard in Imperial Beach.  Karl Strauss is the official beer of the event.

For more info click here.


surf museum

October 7th, 2007

CA Surf Museum
“The California Surf Museum is pleased to be honoring San Diego surfing figures Larry Gordon and Floyd Smith at its annual Old Timers’ Day, Sunday, October 7.”  Karl Strauss is the official beer of the event.

For more info click here.


tony hawk

October 7th, 2007

Toney Hawk Stand Up For Skate Parks
This event showcases "A-list" celebrities, musicians, and athletes in an outdoor carnival setting full of interactive games, one-of-a-kind giveaways, phenomenal food, and surprise musical guests. Karl Strauss will be onsite pouring Endless Summer Light and sharing a booth with Wahoo’s.

For more info click here.


skid marks

October 4th, 2007

Skid Marks Movie Premier
“After budget cuts strike their town, two rival ambulance companies and their misfit medics prove they'll do whatever it takes to compete for patients, their jobs and their beer money, all in the name of emergency medicine.”  This comedy featured Karl Strauss beer in the film and we will be at Hazard Center opening night serving Red Trolley and Oktoberfest.

For more info click here.


womens film foundation

October 4th-7th, 2007

San Diego Women's Film Festival
“The San Diego Women's Film Festival is Southern California's most notable and longest running women’s film festival. The Festival will showcase about 100 films, offering a diverse selection of features, shorts and documentaries.”  Karl Strauss is the official beer sponsor of the Opening and Closing night parties

For more info click here.


crittersevent

September 29th, 2007

Celebration for the Critters @ San Diego Zoo
Celebration for the Critters is proud to be the largest gourmet food and beverage tasting event in San Diego. Celebration for the Critters features tastings from more than 200 of San Diego’s finest restaurants, wineries, breweries, and spirits vendors. Live music on two stages, exotic animal encounters with Joan Embery and Zoo keepers, moonlit rides on the Skyfari, and many other diversions are all included. Karl Strauss will be pouring at the event.

For more info click here.


 

coachella

April 27th - 29th, 2007

Indie 103.1 Mansion at Coachella
We are the exclusive beer of the Indie 103.1 mansion at Coachella. In between sets, many of the festival's performers will stop by the mansion to relax and enjoy a cold Karl Strauss beer. Indie 103.1 will also be broadcasting live from the mansion. For more info go to www.coachella.com


 
 
 
 
     
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