Read, Eat & Give 2009 Thought only wine could be paired with Attendees learned about food for that sophisticated flair? the industry, their market- On October 2, 2009, Friends of the ing, and the Brews Brothers Library on Friday, along with over 150 and representatives from beer novices and aficionados enjoyed each brewery were on hand an evening of surprising flavor combi- to answer questions. nations and education about the boom- Additionally, a raffle was ing microbrew and craft beer industry. held with items ranging from The breweries provided samples to patrons in FOLMC’s commemorative mini-pilsner glasses. Dogfish Head Alehouse of Gaithersburg; beer packs, apparel, and gift Flying Dog Brewery of Frederick; Hook baskets to original artwork Raffle Donors & Ladder Brewing Company of Silver and jewelry. Many attendees walked Bob Chartrand Spring; and Gordon Biersch of Rock- away with an unexpected treat or gift David O. Stewart ville showcased their local flavors at a for a loved one while helping raise even Dez Sterbini unique event to benefit public libraries. more funds for our libraries. Ellen Berman FOLMC wishes to thank Elegant Accents our sponsors and donors who First Watch helped make this a fun-filled Fran Abrams and interesting experience Ian Goldman, IG HVAC LLC for everyone who attended: Jendell Construction Man of Leisure Breweries continued on page 2 Dogfish Head Alehouse Flying Dog Brewery Vol 20, No 3. | Fall 2009 Gordon Biersch Hook & Ladder Brewing The Brews Brothers have tasted over 13,000 different beers, and are bringing their knowledge to Read, Eat & Give. Company contents President’s Letter 3 Acclaimed journalists Arnold Melt- Media Sponsors From the Executive Director 3 zer and Steven Frank, better known as The Gazette “Brews Brothers” were the event’s hon- Literary Luncheons 2009 4 orary chairs and impressed everyone with Catering Donors Chapter Spotlight: White Oak 5 their beer knowledge and adventures. Austin Grill Chapter News 8 It was an amazing opportunity to Clyde’s Crossword Puzzle 11 try new food and beer pairings, discov- Giant er a favorite local brew, and hear di- Fractured Prune rectly from the breweries how they cre- La Tasca ate such distinct flavors in their beers. Spice Xing 2009 BOARD OF TRUSTEES Matt Fink Starbucks Mike Leahy Strathmore Outback Steakhouse Uekman / Architects Patrice & Scott Brickman The Wine Harvest Paul Carr OFFICERS Potomac Theatre Sponsors Ann Dorough, President Red Door Spas Montgomery County Public Frank S. Joseph, Vice President Roundhouse Theatre Libraries Joy F. Bloomfield,Treasurer Ellen L. Berman, Secretary Smoothie King VisArts TRUSTEES Photography by Harvey Levine Kevin H. Beverly Aileen Klein Ellen Butts Carol W. Leahy Special thanks also to our volunteers from Burgundy Cres- Robert Lee Chartrand Sheri Leonardo cent and everyone who attended! Thank you for making our Matthew P. Fink Glynis A. Noyes fundraiser a success. Catherine M. Flanagan Grace Rivera-Oven Donna S. Goldman Gary Shaivitz Willard Jenkins Sara Silver Daniel S. Kendle David O. Stewart Peggy Li, Student Representative IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT Steven Snapp STAFF READ Ari Z. Brooks, MSW, Executive Director James Ludlum, Business Manager Want to learn more about this year’s Read, Eat & Give Kathy Blair, Bookstore Manager “theme? Check out these books on the reading list, Cassandra Powell, Development Assistant Carolyn Gresh, Office Manager many of which are available at your local branch or the Friends bookstores. For a complete list, visit us online Barbara Anoskey Judy Karo at www.folmc.org/read-eat-give. Paula Benoist-Falwell Linda McDermitt Charlene Blaine Matt Mintzell He said beer, she said wine, Sam Caglione and Lyubomir G. Nikolov Anthony Carter Marnie Old Harry L. Chow Teak Onley Laura Dale Mark Protic Safe road home: stop your teen from drinking & Charles Dickison Leslie Rich driving, Karen Goodman Larry Diroll David Stanton The beer book, Tim Hampson Deb Dunn Lee Tanen Tesfaye Getahun LaRisha Tracenrider Buzzed: the straight facts about the most used and Bruce Hendrickson James Trosper abused drugs from alcohol to ecstasy, Cynthia Kuhn Stanley Hyman Claire Windsor Homebrewing for dummies, Marty Nachel. Friends of the Library is supported in part The brewmaster’s table: discovering the pleasures of by funding from the Arts and Humanities Council of Montgomery County. real beer with real food, Garrett Oliver B is for Beer, Tom Robbins This newsletter is published four times a year by Friends of the Library and is available free-of-charge. If you would like to receive this The best of American beer and food: pairing & cooking newsletter via email, please send a written request to [email protected]. with craft beer, Lucy Saunders The ultimate beer lover’s cookbook: more than 400 recipes, John E. Schlimm 21 Maryland Avenue, Suite 310, Rockville, MD 20850 Red, white, and brew: an American beer odyssey, Tel: (240) 777-0020 | Fax: (240) 777-0066 Brian Yaeger www.folmc.org 2 n Friends of the Library, Montogomery County ” President’s Letter From the Executive Director Ari Z. Brooks, MSW Dear Friends, Members are without a doubt the For more than a year, good economic backbone of our Friends of the Library, news has been hard to come by. Today, Montgomery County. These are the let the Friends help shake off some of people who diligently run the chapters that gloom. Would you believe that the found at 16 branches, volunteer at newest Friends bookstore in Gaithersburg, which opened on the local book sales, provide ongoing April 15th, has more than tripled its projected sales in its first financial support to the organization, quarter of operations? shop at and donate to the bookstores, At this pace, the fledgling Gaithersburg store will start and passionately advocate for libraries turning an operating profit a year ahead of schedule, mak- before elected officials. Through the combined efforts of ing more funds available toward MCPL long before anyone our members, FOLMC has made Montgomery County Public thought possible. Libraries a special place full of educational activities for Our deepest thanks go to new Gaithersburg Bookstore children, enlightening programs for adults and engaging Manager Kathy Blair and her bookstore team—and to David events for the whole family. FOLMC touches almost every Stewart and his Third Bookstore Committee of FOLMC—who aspect of the library experience by providing funds that made this dream a reality. allow libraries to more efficiently and creatively serve library And of course, we are so encouraged that you, the Friends, patrons. Most recently, we granted money to pilot Receipt have tirelessly supported the Wheaton, Rockville and Gaith- Printers and Pocket Circulation Devices to increase staff ersburg stores. It comes down to your volunteer hours, your efficiencies and improve customer service. Very soon, a book donations, your purchases, and—so important—your librarian may be able to check you out from anywhere in word-of-mouth, to make all three stores successful. Many the branch, which could practically eliminate the time you thanks, and do let us know how the bookstores can serve you spend in line at the circulation desk. and your neighbors better. I invite you to be a part of this dedicated group of commu- nity members by joining today or renewing your membership All the best, annually. Simply call our offices at 240-777-0020, visit us online at http://www.folmc.org/get-involved/become-a-member/ Ann Dorough or mail the enclosed envelope with your tax-deductible mem- bership fee to 21 Maryland Avenue, Suite 310, Rockville, MD 20850. If a certain branch holds a special place in your heart, designate that chapter to benefit from your support. Young adults and seniors may want to take advantage of our new Page Turner membership rate, starting at $15.00. Libraries need our support year round, so please don’t delay in sending in your dues today. A Warm Thank You Friends of the Library would like to give a special thank you to G-Street Fabrics for their donation of the amazing hand- made cabinets that now line the walls of the new Gaithersburg bookstore. The cabinets were made 30 years ago but still look like new. G-Street Fabric’s donation has more than doubled the previous shelving capabilities of the Gaithersburg store, allowing us to better serve all upper Montgomery County residents. Fall 2009 Newsletter n 3 Libraries are for Lovers: Literary Luncheons 2009 FOLMC is proud to present the 22nd Annual Literary Luncheon Series. This year’s speakers promise to be the best yet, and for an added bonus, each one is local. Since our theme is “Libraries are for Lovers,” we are bringing together authors who know something about love—one of them just completed a book on love in the Black community, and all the speakers have been married for a combined total of well over 100 years. The focus on love is a new approach to an old topic, one that’s spanned the ages and is fresh for every incoming generation. The Speakers October 22, 2009 March 18, 2010 “This love, this marriage has been “Marriage—or any long-term a journey. Some roads we made. relationship—is a never-ending Others we were forced to tread.” — process of exploration and growth.” Marita Golden — Diane and John Rehm Marita Golden, author and compiler of Diane and John Rehm co-authored Toward It’s all love: Black writers on soul mates, commitment: a dialogue about marriage in 2002, but their family, and friends, met her husband Joe at a party when she story and insights remain true now more than ever. Diane was a 40-year-old single divorcee with a 12-year-old son. She Rehm is a nationally syndicated talk show host, and her shares her story in It’s all love, along with poetry and stories husband John, a lawyer in both the government and private from other black writers.