"Check out Almanac’s brand new brewery and Taproom in Alameda and learn from the brewers, plus UC Davis’ Distinguished professor of malting and brewing sciences Charlie Bamforth, in a series of TED-inspired beer talks. Tickets include beer samples and light snacks. Get technical with some of the most knowledgeable folks in the business. While you’re there, swing by The Rake next door, the new taproom from local malt outfit Admiral Maltings. Details: 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. in Alameda, $40 ticket." - Caleb Pershan