Events in Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut & Rhode Island

• Boston, MA; Thursday, December 4, 2008: Bauer's Fine Wines, located at 330 Newbury Street in Back Bay Boston, is hosting a Samuel Smith tasting featuring Oatmeal Stout, Nut Brown Ale, Old Brewery Pale Ale, Winter Welcome and Organic Cider. The tasting will be held from 5 - 7 pm.

• Brookline, MA; Friday, December 5, 2008: Publick House Provisions, located at 1706 Beacon Street in Brookline, is hosting a Merchant du Vin tasting from 6 - 8 pm featuring Westmalle Trappist Ales, Rochefort Trappist Ales, Green’s Gluten Free Ales and Samuel Smith beer selections. (617) 487-4322.

• Stockbridge, MA; Saturday, December 6, 2008: The Literacy Network of South Berkshire County is holding a fundraising event at Fitzpatrick Hall of The Berkshire Country Day School, on Route 183 in Stockbridge. The purpose of the gala is to raise general funds for the Literacy Network of South Berkshire, a 503c3 non-profit organization whose mission is to provide one-on-one tutoring to adults in the areas of basic reading, GED preparation and English. A sampling of ethnic foods, wines, and Merchant du Vin beers will begin at 5:30 pm. Tickets cost $100 per person and are available by calling (413) 243-0471.

• Hanover, NH; Thursday, December 11, 2008: Hanover Co-op - at 45 South Park Street in Hanover - is hosting a Samuel Smith Brewery and Lindemans Brewery tasting from 3 - 6 pm. Customers will have a chance to try a variety of Samuel Smith’s including Winter Welcome & Organic Cider; Lindemans Framboise Lambic; plus other beautiful selections.

• Lebanon, NH; Friday, December 12, 2008: Lebanon Co-op, 12 Centerra Parkway in Lebanon, is hosting a Samuel Smith Brewery and Lindemans Brewery tasting from 3 - 6 pm. Customers will have a chance to try a variety of Samuel Smith’s including Winter Welcome & Organic Cider; Lindemans Framboise Lambic; plus other wonderful selections.

• North Providence, RI; Thursday, December 18, 2008: Nikki's Liquors is hosting a Samuel Smith and Pinkus tasting from 5 - 8 pm. The store is located at 33 North Smithfield Road, in North Providence.

• West Springfield, MA; Friday, December 19, 2008: Johnny Mac’s Liquor - located at 1949 Wilbraham Rd, in Springfield - is hosting a Samuel Smith and Lindemans tasting from 5 - 7 pm. Customers will have an opportunity to try a variety of beers and receive an authentic glass with a Samuel Smith or Lindemans purchase.