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Member-Only Social Hour
August
17,
2023
5:00 pm — 7:00 pm
Goldfinger
513 Rogers St, IL 60515, Downers Grove
Join us for a FREE Members Only Social Hour at Goldfinger Brewing!
As a way for us to show our appreciation for your loyalty, the Downers Grove Historical Society is hosting a special event for its members at Goldfinger Brewing on Thursday, August 17th from 5:00-7:00 pm.
A food truck will be at the brewery and DGHS members who have registered for the event will receive a FREE sandwich, chips, and a soda (beer can be purchased separately). There will also be a brief presentation on the history of the Goldfinger property.
This is for current DGHS members only! This is a great opportunity to meet other members and learn more about the interesting history of Downers Grove.
You must register and select your meal(s) at the link below no later than Thursday, August 10.
Members' Cost:
Non-Members:
Important note:
For ticketed events, you can pay for tickets using your personal credit card. When checking out in Yapsody, simply select the “Credit Card” option [immediately below the “PayPal” option].
This event is presented by:
The Downers Grove Historical Society
info@downersgrovehistory.org
(630) 481-6164
Become a DG Historical Society member now and receive early notice of select Society events and exclusive discounts at local merchants!
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Join us for a FREE Members Only Social Hour at Goldfinger Brewing!
As a way for us to show our appreciation for your loyalty, the Downers Grove Historical Society is hosting a special event for its members at Goldfinger Brewing on Thursday, August 17th from 5:00-7:00 pm.
A food truck will be at the brewery and DGHS members who have registered for the event will receive a FREE sandwich, chips, and a soda (beer can be purchased separately). There will also be a brief presentation on the history of the Goldfinger property.
This is for current DGHS members only! This is a great opportunity to meet other members and learn more about the interesting history of Downers Grove.
You must register and select your meal(s) at the link below no later than Thursday, August 10.