Internal Brewsletter - October 23, 2019

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YOU OUGHTA KNOW!

SWEAT FOR SETH

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As some of you may know, one of our beloved original bartenders, Seth Raleigh, has been battling brain cancer for four long years. This Saturday, Burn Boot Camp is putting on a rad fundraiser in support of Seth and his family - Sweat for Seth! All proceeds will go to assist the family as Seth's wife Stephanie (who is a Burn Boot Camp regular) takes a leave from work to spend more time with Seth and their children.

There will be a crew of Block folks there supporting, so if you’re interested, be sure to sign up and come on out to support the most incredible family! #fuckcancer

LATE FALL BOTTLE RELEASE PRE-ORDER

The sign-up for our Late Fall Bottle Release pre-orders is now LIVE! Preorder submissions are open now through Wednesday, October 30th at 5pm, at which point the form will close and employees will no longer be able to submit pre-orders. This pre-order only guarantees your bottle order so you can pick them up early - you will still be charged the standard pricing plus your 25% discount regardless of when you pick up your bottles (with your Friday preorder or later on in the weekend). Please ask a manager if you have questions!

  • Figgy Pudding / Spiced Old Ale Aged in Brandy Barrels / 12.5% ABV / $11.50 / 500mL bottle / Limit: 6 bottles

  • Imagine / Belgian-Style Imperial Stout Matured in Bourbon Barrels / 13.5% ABV / $11.50 / 500mL bottle / Limit: 3 bottles

  • Imagine, Double Chocolate / Belgian-Style Imperial Stout Matured in Bourbon Barrels with Chocolate / 13.5% ABV / $12.50 / 500mL bottle
    Limit: 1 bottle

  • Framboise White / Wild Ale Matured with Golden Raspberries / 6.5% ABV / $11.50 / 500mL bottle / Limit: 3 bottles

  • Sticky Hands, Greatest Hits Vol. 1 Reissued / Hop Experience Ale / 8.1% ABV / $4.00 plus deposit / 16oz can / Limit: 24 cans per person

SUICIDE PREVENTION PRESENTATION

We recently sponsored the OSU "Out of the Darkness" walk to raise awareness about mental health and suicide prevention. As part of our sponsorship, the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention has graciously offered to hold a bystander intervention class for our staff. This presentation teaches the signs of suicidal thinking, how to intervene with a friend or loved one, and what resources are available to help. Suicide is now the 2nd leading cause of death for Americans ages 15-24 years old, and this is a unique opportunity for you to learn skills to prepare yourself to both support a loved one or care for your own mental health.

Here are the details:

  • What: Bystander Intervation Training for Suicide Prevention

  • When: Wednesday, November 6 from 10-11:30am (presentation is about 90 minutes)

  • Where: Block 15 Game Room

  • Who: Any Block 15/Caves staff can attend - however, we do have limited seating. Please let Katy know if you would like to attend, and she will schedule you. You will be paid to attend this, and if you're a FOH person, you can attend this class in lieu of a regular education class in November.

  • Why: While we hope you never need these skills, we care about you and want you to be well-prepared and have the proper resources available to you if you or a loved one is experiencing suicidal thoughts.

If you have any questions or want to reserve a spot, please email Katy via HotSchedules or Katy@Block15.com.

Thank you all for always taking care of each other!

IMPORTANT 401(K) PLAN PARTICIPANT INFO

A quarterly information report regarding your retirement plan investments can be found here. The report contains the following:

  • Fund Line - up: The updated list of the Plan recommended funds.

  • Newsletter: A topical article related to retirement education.

LEGION OF FUN UPDATES

HOLIDAY BINGO & POTLUCK

TLOF knows that the October party hasn’t happened yet, but we’re already preparing November’s get together and we want you to join in on the funtivities!

On Monday, November 11th, we will be meeting in the barrel room at the Tap Room from 6pm-9pm for a potluck dinner and BINGO, baby!

Goody and Julia will be providing the main course, but if you’d like to bring a dish too please fill out this form with your name and what you’d like to bring! Even though 7 dishes of mashed potatoes seems okay, it might be a bit much. So let us know what you intend to bring!

There will also be prizes for the winners of BINGO!

So come eat food, play some games and hang out with your peeps!

Please sign up and don’t forget to ask your scheduling manager for the night off!

Xoxox,
TLOF

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STAFF ANNOUNCEMENTS

NEW STAFF

Make sure to give a warm welcome to our newest staff members Danielle Mupo, who is joining us as our newest Pub Server!

REVIEW TIME

It’s still review time for Matt Wertz and Tim! Please give any constructive feedback you have here!

WHAT’S NEW ON INSTA

BLOCK 15

Block 15 Cocktails go with you wherever, whenever! We've updated our lineup of TRAVELER cocktails at both locations and they are available to go with any food purchase*: EARL GREY PALOMA Grapefruit, Orange and Earl Grey Infused Olmeca Altos Rposado
We’ve always been particular to green around here. Join us and toast to happiness, health and beer. Sláinte! ☘️ Happy St. Patrick’s Day ☘️ #DeliveringHoppiness #OregonBeer #CraftBeer #InstaBeer #IPA #PhotoOfTheDay #InstaGood #Blo
Two vibrant, hop-forward IPAs releasing this Saturday on draft and in cans at both locations: Emerging Sunshine and Selection Series, Strata! Crisp, refreshing, and bursting with citrus, mango, and floral hop notes, Emerging Sunshine is inspired by
Be advised! You’re not going to want to miss this week's limited special at the downtown Pub: Chicken Mole Torte. Chicken braised in Mole Negro, topped with roasted tomatillo slaw, on a house-made torta bun, and as always served with a side of
The last but CERTAINLY not least in our Selection Series—Selection Series, Strata—will be available this coming Saturday in cans and on draft! We once again used hops exclusively from @colemanagriculture for this beer, this time featurin
Emerging Sunshine is BACK both in the sky above and in cans at #Block15! Releasing next Saturday on draft and in 16oz cans, Emerging Sunshine is a crisp and refreshing IPA that is bursting with citrus, mango and floral hop notes and was inspired by
The weather outlook this weekend is looking 👌, and our beer is made to explore! With more than 10 different beers available in bottles and cans, along with two more on the way tomorrow with Selection Series–Centennial and The DAB Lab–Do
With things beginning to open up around here, it feels like a great time for a fresh Staff PIC(K)! When you visit our downtown location, chances are that you’ll be greeted by Laura, our Downtown Pub Manager. Laura has been on the team for 5 an

CAVES

Let us handle brunch this Father's Day. Join us at Caves Bier and Kitchen this Saturday for a one-stop-shop for pops and beer lovers alike. We've reached deep into our cellar and pulled out select bottles for sale at a 20% discount alongside Table M
We have been getting a lot of interest regarding our response to the “phase one” developments in Benton country. As much as we would love for you to join us, hang your hat, and enjoy a meal, we do not have anything to announce regarding
If there is a better sound than that of a bell letting you know dinner is ready, we can't say we’ve ever heard it. Can't wait to have you all in again.
We sure can’t wait to have everyone in for a pint and some Caves cookin’ again. Until then, we hope everyone is staying healthy, happy, and positive. See you soon. Love, your friends at Caves.
WORLD BIER PASSPORT SPOTLIGHT: PRIMS - FREEHAND BREWING - EUGENE, OR Opening in 2018, @freehandbrewery is a Saison-centric brewery that strongly emphasizes local ingredients while brewing with a historical scope—and Prims is perfectly aligned
Join us tonight from 5-7 for a special tasting through some carefully selected naturally fermented ciders, some of which were sourced and produced right here in the Willamette Valley. Samples from Wildcraft and 2 Towns as well as two imported Ciders
Classic comfort food—a Sunday tradition at Caves! Buttermilk fried chicken served with mashed potatoes, gravy, and rotating market-fresh vegetables. Offered every Sunday night beginning at 5:30

CAVES HAPPENINGS

Caves is starting a Student Pretzel Deal starting Tuesday, October 29th! During Happy Hour and Late Night, students with valid student ID can buy a pretzel for only $2! 🥨

WHAT’S GOING ON TAP SOON?

Dates are subject to change based on tap availability.

TAP ROOM

  • Fri 10/25: ----

  • Tues 10/29: ----

  • Fri 11/2: Figgy Pudding (replacing Turbulent Consequence, Viognier) / Imagine (replacing Dortmunder Export) / Imagine, Double Chocolate (replacing TBD) / Framboise White (replacing Black Gold) / Sticky Hands, Greatest Hits (replacing Story of the Ghost) / Print Master’s Pale (replacing Hopfen Pale)

PUB

  • Fri 10/25: ----

  • Tues 10/29: ----

  • Fri 11/2: Figgy Pudding (replacing Bella Sol) / Imagine (replacing Fresh Catch) / Imagine, Double Chocolate (replacing Dark Matter) / Framboise White (replacing Funky Hands) / Sticky Hands, Greatest Hits (replacing Story of the Ghost)

UPCOMING BOTTLE / CAN RELEASES

  • Sat 11/2: Figgy Pudding (500mL bottles) / Imagine (500mL bottles) / Imagine, Double Chocolate (500mL bottles) / Framboise White (500mL bottles) / Sticky Hands, Greatest Hits Vol. I Reissued (16oz cans)

UPCOMING / IN PROCESS BEERS

  • One Hop Wonder, Chinook / IPA

  • The Cold Front / Winter Lager

  • Maple / Robust Maplewood Porter

  • Sparkle, Riesling / Brut IPA with Riesling grapes

EVENTS

BLOCKOUT = tap takeover

**Be sure to share/like the Facebook events to spread the word to your friends!

THE PEOPLE’S PINT / DINE OUTS

October’s People’s Pint partner is Corvallis Mountain Rescue Unit (CMRU). The designated beer is Bella Sol at the Pub and Hopfen Pale at the Tap Room.

NEXT PUB DINE OUT

Check back in November!

*The Dine-Out for Corvallis Community Children's Centers on 10/15 raised $534.61!

NEXT TAP ROOM DINE OUT

Thurs 10/29 - Old Mill Center

PUB UPDATES

NOVEMBER MONTHLY SPECIALS

  • Brewer’s Board / Guanciale (cured pork jowl), Tillamook extra-sharp white cheddar, winter squash mustard, spiced cranberry relish, house pickled carrots, and freshly baked ale bread.  $13.99

  • Meatball Sliders / House made Carlton Farms pork & Oregon Natural beef meatballs smothered in fresh marinara and topped with melted parmesan & mozzarella cheeses on a house baked mini buns. 3 for $9.99

  • The Gobbler Burger / Our juicy turkey burger topped with cornbread-sage stuffing & turkey gravy, with cranberry relish on a toasted house baked bun. Served with beer battered fries. $15.99

  • Brown Butter & Squash Linguine / Fresh Linguine & roasted Denison Farms butternut squash tossed in our brown butter & sage cream sauce. Topped with parmesan cheese, crushed hazelnuts, and fried sage leaves.  Served with house baked herbed garlic bread. $16.99

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