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Microbrews for microphones

The local craft beer industry has stepped up to support the establishment of a community radio studio in Penticton.

In March, beer lovers who fill up their growlers at Bad Tattoo, Cannery Brewing, Tin Whistle Brewery and Kettle Valley Station Pub will be helping to raise funds for Peach City Radio.

"We've enjoyed getting to know our local microbreweries and are happy that they have joined up with us for this friendly competition and fundraiser," said community support chair Jackie Del Rizzo. "We're encouraging everyone to visit these local tasting rooms, fill up a growler with their favourite brew, and know that they are supporting both the local craft beer industry and Peach City Radio at the same time."

A growler is a re-fillable two litre glass jug that can be used to purchase local beers.

Between March 1 and 31, part proceeds from each growler filled at participating locations will be donated to Raise the Radio campaign. The campaign is an effort to help build a fully outfitted broadcast studio for the Peach City Community Radio Society.

The goal is  to raise $30,000 to purchase a transmitter, tower, antennae and all the required studio equipment for FM broadcast, including some quality microphones.

This future radio studio will be set up for the community in the Valley First Community Arts Centre, formerly the Penmar Theatre.

Points will be earned at each location based on the number of growler fills over the course of the month. The first ever Microbrews for Microphones trophy for Penticton's favourite beer will be presented at the 2015 Fest of Ale in April.

For more information, contact [email protected].

 



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