BrewNost

This year, support your local museum, local restaurants, and breweries by ordering your BrewNost Package experience beginning August 29, 2020. Packages will be available for pick-up Wednesday, Sept. 23 – Friday, Sept. 25 from 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. in the circle drive of the NCSML.

All proceeds for this event go to support the NCSML’s excellent exhibits, engaging educational programming, and community events. This is our largest fundraiser of the year – buy your package and show your support today!

Purchase BrewNost Packages

Online Auction

You asked, and we answered! The safety of our friends, members, staff, and community is of utmost importance – based on a survey sent to over 8,000 of our members and friends, an in-person BrewNost this year was not a safe possibility. We are sad that we cannot experience this great event in-person this year, but are excited to offer something safe and fun that raises significant support for the museum.

Place your order beginning August 29 – packages are a limited quantity!
Packages will be available for pick-up Wednesday, Sept. 23 – Friday, Sept. 25 from 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. in the circle drive of the NCSML.

Each package comes in an NCSML branded galvanized drink container and provides a Safe Ride – Uber code to use within 20 mile radius of NCSML provided by TrueNorth Companies.

Add your Special Edition 2020 BrewNost t-shirt to your package order!
$15 per t-shirt, men’s & women’s sizes. Graciously printed by Eduskate.

Order BrewNost Packages

$75 Package:

2 Special edition 2020 BrewNost Glasses
6 Hand-selected International and Local craft beers from John’s Grocery
Access to an exclusive online tasting experience led by Doug Alberhasky on Oct. 1
A BrewNost Local Partners Pass containing special offers at over 15 participating Local Restaurants, Breweries, Distilleries, and more!
- Extra PERK! If you take advantage of 3 of these special offers and bring your ‘stamped’ Pass back to the NCSML on Friday, Oct. 2 you will be entered into our Raffle for FREE!
Exclusive Popcorn flavor from Almost Famous Popcorn
BrewNost Beer Bread Mix
Other special gifts!

$125 VIP Package:

Full 12 pack of Hand-selected International and Local craft beers from John’s Grocery
Access to an exclusive online tasting experience led by Doug Alberhasky on Oct. 1
2 Special edition 2020 BrewNost Glasses
A BrewNost Local Partners Pass containing special offers at over 15 participating Restaurant and Brewery locations
- Extra PERK! If you take advantage of 3 of these special offers and bring your ‘stamped’ Pass back to the NCSML on Friday, Oct. 2 you will be entered into our Raffle for FREE!
Exclusive Popcorn flavors from Almost Famous Popcorn
BrewNost Beer Bread Mix
Other special gifts!

$175 Wine Package: For our friends who prefer wine!

4 Bottles of Internationally imported Czech and Slovak Wines
2 Special edition 2020 BrewNost Glasses
A BrewNost Local Partners Pass containing special offers at over 15 participating Restaurant and Brewery locations
- Extra PERK! If you take advantage of 3 of these special offers and bring your ‘stamped’ Pass back to the NCSML on Friday, Oct. 2 you will be entered into our Raffle for FREE!
Exclusive Popcorn flavors from Almost Famous Popcorn
BrewNost Beer Bread Mix
Other special gifts!

$150 Shippable BrewNost Package

2 Special Edition 2020 BrewNost Glasses
A personalized and signed copy of Beer Money: A Tale of the Iowa City Beer Mafia, by S.C. Sherman
The Slovak Wine Guide by Vladimir Hronsky
A ‘Czech into Brewing’ Home Brew kit to help you brew your own at-home Czech Pilsner
Exclusive NCSML Popcorn flavor ‘Czech Mix’ from Almost Famous Popcorn
BrewNost Beer Bread Mix
Other special gifts!

*NOTE: Iowa law restricts the shipping of any packages containing alcohol – if you are from out of state, we highly recommend our above ‘Shippable’ BrewNost Package – the shipping is included!

October 2 Raffle Drawing!

RAFFLE TICKET SALES BEGIN AUG. 29!
This year, choose from not one, but three raffle prizes!

Names will be drawn at 6:00 p.m. on Friday, Oct 2. Participants can come to the NCSML that evening and watch the drawing in-person but are encouraged to take part virtually, watching the names drawn on Facebook Live!

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2020 Participating Locations

Check back for more locations!

1st Avenue Wine House

7Hills Brewing

Big Grove Brewery & Taproom

Black Sheep Social Club

Cedar Ridge Winery & Distillery

Clock House Brewing

Fongs Pizza

Forever Green Studios

Franklin St. Brewing

Iowa Brewing Company

John’s Grocery

Kava House

Lion Bridge Brewing Company

Parlor City Pub & Eatery

Popoli Ristorante and Sullivan’s Bar

Thew Brewing

Wilson’s Hard Cider

2020 Sponsors

If you are interested in sponsorship opportunities for BrewNost 2020, contact Evelyn Rossow at erossow@ncsml.org or at 319-362-8500.

Presenting Sponsor:
Basepoint Wealth, LLC

Major Sponsor:
Bankers Trust

Major Sponsor:
Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust

Major Sponsor:
Collins Aerospace

Major Sponsor:
George and Beth Drost

Major Sponsor:
King’s Material

Major Sponsor:
McGrath Family of Dealerships

Major Sponsor:
Pool Tech

Raffle Sponsor:
Robert W. Baird & Company, Inc.

Major Sponsor:
TrueNorth Companies

Local Restaurant Sponsors

Cedar Rapids Area Association of Realtors

Gray, Stefani & Mitvalsky P.L.C.

Lynch Ford Chevrolet Inc.

Paulson Electric

Shuttleworth & Ingersoll

Simmons Perrine Moyer Bergman PLC

Ron and Peg Detwiler

In Kind Sponsors

Eduskate

J&A Printing, Inc.

Lion Bridge Brewing Company

Strategic Print Solutions

Online Auction

Be sure to check out a wide-range of fantastic Silent Auction items online! You must be registered for the auction to bid. You only need to provide your name and an email to take part.

The Silent Auction will go live in September and remain open until the evening of Friday, Oct. 2!

Preregister and bid (beginning in Sept.) here: 32auctions.com/BrewNost2020

Online Silent Auction

Raffle

This year, enter to win not one, not two, but THREE different special prizes!

Names will be drawn at 6:00 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 2. Participants may attend in-person in front of the NCSML but are encouraged to take part virtually, watching the names drawn on Facebook Live!

Entry into the raffle qualifies you for all 3 prizes. Three winners will be chosen; first drawn will be the first to pick from the 3 prizes, followed by the second and third draw for the remaining two prizes.

The winner is responsible for all expenses not included in the prize description, such as travel related taxes, income taxes, personal expenses, incidentals, meals, beverages, insurance, and expenses incurred by flight interruption. Prizes have no cash value, redemption, or barter value.

Relax and enjoy your new Jaccuzzi© Vibe hot tub! Winners of this deluxe Jaccuzzi, featuring seating for up to 5 adults, 20 jets, comfortable head rests, built-in drink holders, a “waterfall,” and multi-colored lighting are sure to be pleased. The hydro-massage experience and Jacuzzi’s famed performance make this item hard to resist! The package includes FREE delivery within 50 miles of Cedar Rapids and a chemical start-up kit. Thanks to our friends at Pool Tech, a WGHK Inc. Company we can’t wait to send you home with this amazing prize!

$1,500 to spend at Goldfinch Cyclery
Donated by Sharon Schweitzer

New York Cabin in Belleayre View Fleishmanns, NY

Here is your chance to soak in the beautiful outdoors for 5 nights in Belleayre View Fleishmanns, NY. Belleayre View is a magnificent, year-round retreat in the Catskills Mountains perfectly situated and outfitted for both summer and winter escapes. Located on six acres overlooking Belleayre Mountain and its ski slopes, this tastefully furnished, three-bedroom, three-bath log home has a beautiful mountain setting with spectacular panoramic views from the wrap-around deck. This house sleeps 6-8 people, and includes a modern open plan kitchen with all new appliances, dining room for eight and living room with fireplace and convenient access to the expansive deck.

In the winter, you’ll find handy access to skiing and myriad other activities at Belleayre (just 5 minutes away!) and Plattekill (15 minutes). Nothing is better after a long day on the slopes than coming back to the cabin to relax in the hot tub or tell stories around the fire pit. In the summer enjoy miles of hiking trails, hunting, fishing, and golf. The reservoir and rivers feature water sports such as canoeing, kayaking, river tubing / rafting and fly fishing. Located 2.5 hour from New York City, 40 minutes from Kingston, and 20 minutes from Woodstock.

Donated by Luba DeWitt

How much are tickets?

1 ticket | $10

10 tickets | $100

Where can I buy tickets?

Stop in the NCSML any time beginning in Sept. to purchase your raffle tickets at the Info Desk. We will also be selling raffle tickets at pop-up locations throughout the corridor – stay tuned for more information on when we might be in your area!

How can I pay?

Raffle tickets can purchased with cash or check only.

What happens when I support BrewNost 2020?

BrewNost is the NCSML’s largest fundraising event of the year. All proceeds go to support our education and outreach initiatives. This year, more than ever, we need your support to continue these initiatives safely and in new digital and socially distanced formats.

Can my BrewNost package be shipped?

Packages containing beer or alcohol cannot be shipped. Purchase our ‘Shippable Package’ option containing other great beer and wine related gifts that we can ship to your door!

Can I buy one for my friends?

Yes!! These are the perfect gift for friends or family in need of a great at-home party idea.

When can I buy these packages?

Beginning Aug. 14, you can purchase online at www.ncsml.org/BrewNost or call 319-362-8500.

When can I pick up my BrewNost Package?

Packages will be available for pick-up Wednesday, Sept. 23 – Friday, Sept. 25 from 2:00 – 6:00 p.m. Please watch your email for your designated pick-up day.

How can I take part in the exclusive virtual tasting?

The virtual tasting experience with Doug Alberhasky of John’s Grocery in Iowa City is available with a purchase of a package experience. A chance to learn more about international beers and how they compare to our local brews from an expert – this is not to miss!

Doug will lead this exclusive experience the evening of Oct. 1 – exact time to be announced!

Do I have to buy a package to be part of the Raffle or Silent Auction?

No, you do not! You may take part in either the raffle or the silent auction without purchasing a package experience.

Presented by Basepoint Wealth

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