Join Goose Island for Shaw's Smelt Fest 2007!
That's right, the smelt can run up the river to spawn, but they can't hide from the nets of the Wisconsin fishermen. The result? The freshest, tastiest little fish you've ever had, fried in a secret batter and served up at the all-you-can-eat smelt fry hosted by American Legion Post #82. The secret is out, and like the smelt, the crowds are always gathering this time of year in Port Washington.
Before the fish fry, we'll stop in historic Cedarburg, Wisconsin, where we'll have time to visit the unique collection of arts and craft shops, local confectionaries, and hang-out at the lively local taps and discuss the finer art of smelt fishing.
Travel Arrangements:
To reserve your seat on the bus call Emily Grimm at 312-527-2722 at Shaw's Chicago and Toni Minnick at 847-517-2722 at Shaw's Schaumburg.
Meet Up:
Saturday, April 14th - Registration will begin at 9:00a.m. at Shaw's Chicago and Shaumberg locations. Charter busses will depart at 10:00 a.m. from Shaw's Chicago - at 21 East Hubbard Street - and from Shaw's Schaumburg at 1900 East Higgins Road, Shaumberg. All buses will return at approximately 9:00 p.m.
Cost:
$75 per person. Reservations are required. Price includes sunrise Bloody Mary's and Mimosas, juices and breads from the Corner Bakery, deluxe motor coach transportation with Goose Island brews, wine and champagne served onboard, a box lunch, entrance fees for the VFW Smelt Fry, a "Smelt Fest" logo embroidered fleece pull-over and much, much more.
