Alumni
Thirsty Third Thursday, November 20, 2008
We have read from Aristotle on the natural universe.
We have seen them wax loquacious on Shakespearean rosy verse
We have gabbed on many subjects that are equally diverse.
And we can't get more profoundEpistemology forever.
Disputatio so clever
Metaphysics now or never
And we can't get more profound
"Epistemology Forever," the unofficial Reed anthem, sung to the tune of "Battle Hymn of the Republic," origins unknown (if you know, send email to alumni@reed.edu).
From Portola Valley, CA to Philadelphia, PA small groups of Reedies are gathering to take a break from the stress of the holidays and relax with their Reed family. Come out and join us.
RSVP if you can. Hosts really appreciate knowing how many people are coming, so they know how big of a table to save. But if you're not sure, come anyway. If there's not an event near you but you would like to get one started, send email to Johanna Colgrove ’92, johannac@reed.edu, and she can help.
California (5) * Illinois * Minnesota * New York * North Carolina * Oregon * Pennsylvania * Washington * Washington, D.C. *
You can also see this schedule on the alumni website.
California: Berkeley, Davis, La Jolla, Portola Valley, Santa Barbara
- Berkeley—starts at 6 p.m.
The Jupiter has been officially declared home base, ground zero, the place where every Reedie knows your name. We've moved downstairs to maximize accessibility. Starts at 6 p.m. and goes until the last deconstructionist goes home.
Jupiter
2181 Shattuck Avenue—right outside the Downtown Berkeley BART station
Berkeley, CA
510/THE-TAPS
http://www.jupiterbeer.com/
RSVP to Paul Anderson ’92, sfbayreed@gmail.com
- Davis—starts at 6:15 p.m.
Come join fellow Reedies at Delta of Venus!
Delta of Venus
122 B Street
Davis, CA
530/753-8639
http://deltaofvenus.org/
RSVP to Heather Van Zee ’04, hgvanzee@ucdavis.edu
- La Jolla—starts
at 6 p.m.
Come hang out at the Crabcatcher's Seaside Cafe with fellow Reedies. Happy hour lasts until 9 p.m. on Martini Thursdays.
Crabcatcher's Seaside Cafe
1298 Prospect Street
La Jolla, CA
858/454-9587
http://www.crabcatcher.com/Seaside-CafeRSVP required to Bryn Fillers ’87, brynl@sbcglobal.net or 858/775-1991
- Portola Valley (Palo Alto)—starts at 6 p.m.
Join fellow south peninsula-area Reedies at a classic location. The Alpine Inn is easy to get to, in the hills away from rush-hour traffic. Take Alpine Road west from I-280 for two miles. Take a left on Arastradero, and an immediate right into the parking lot. Keep an eye out for bicyclists. Weather permitting, meeting in the back outside—likely by the fence toward the road. Look for the purple stuffed Griffin on the table, Reed shirts, orange Giants baseball cap and/or red jacket to spot the group.
Alpine Inn Beer Garden
3915 Alpine Road
Portola Valley, CA
650/854-4004
http://www.yelp.com/biz/alpine-inn-portola-valley
RSVP to Ian Kerr ’89, ian.kerr@gmail.com
Last month was so fun we're doing it again. We're gathering at Elsie's Tavern. There is no sign outside—you pass through a pseudo-living room to enter the large cement-floored bar area. We'll be in the back garden, weather permitting.
Elsie's Tavern
117 W. De la Guerra Street
Santa Barbara, CA
805/963-4503
http://www.santabarbara.com/nightlife/club_view.asp?club_bar_key=13
RSVP to Marianne McPherson ’77, marianne_mcpherson@raytheon.com
- Chicago—starts at 7 p.m.
Winter is on its way in the Windy City, and the griffin mascot is heading south—to Hyde Park. Join us for a drink at Jimmy's this month and catch up with Reedies in the area!
Woodlawn Tap (aka Jimmy's)
1172 E 55th Street
Chicago, IL 60615
773/643-5516RSVP to Julia Chamberlain ’03, julia.chamberlain@alumni.reed.edu
Need a ride or want to contact other Reedies about carpooling to this event (or others)? Try our opt-in listserv at https://www.lists.reed.edu/mailman/listinfo/alumni-chicago-network
- Minneapolis—starts at 6 p.m.
Join fellow Reedies for a tasty fall brew and some locally grown food at Birchwood Café. The purple griffin will mark the spot.
Birchwood Café
3311 East 25th Street
Minneapolis, MN 55406
612/722-4474
http://www.birchwoodcafe.com
RSVP to Autumn Salamack ’99, asalamack@hotmail.com
- New York—starts at 6 p.m.
Come join NYC Reedies at DBA for a drink before the holidays kick in. Look for us on the patio if the weather complies.
DBA
41 First Avenue, between 2nd and 3rd street
New York, NY 10003
212/475-5097
http://www.drinkgoodstuff.com/ny/default.aspRSVP to Will Swarts ’92, swartsreedalum@hotmail.com
Carrboro—starts at 6 p.m.
It’s back to Carolina country for Triangle Thirsty Thirders this month. We’ll meet at Milltown in Carrboro at 6PM on the 20th. Let us know you're coming so we can have a table reserved and stay on the good side of the hostess. Just a heads up... we’re trying to organize a weekend potluck gathering for December in lieu of Thirsty Third Thursday. If it works out, we’ll try to let everyone know as soon as possible. Hope to see you at both events!
Milltown
307 E Main Street
Carrboro, NC 27510
919/968-2460RSVP to Sandy Blake Boles ’90, boles.sandy@gmail.com or 919/599-8477
- Portland—starts at 6:30 p.m.
Come join us at the Green Dragon in SE Portland for more foaming mugs and lively conversation with other alumni. The Green Dragon features a rotating beer menu of tasty and often obscure brews, and knowledgeable bartenders to help you choose which one to try. But the best reason to come is to meet your fellow Reedies. Look for the Reed banner in the bar or out in the beer garden. This is a no host event—everybody pays for their own drinks and food.
Green Dragon Bistro & Brew Pub
928 SE 9th Avenue
Portland, OR 97214
503/517-0606
http://pdxgreendragon.comRSVP to Kevin Morrice ’76 and Nancy Johannsen Morrice ’76, nlmorrice@aol.com
- Philadelphia—starts at 7 p.m.
The Philadelphia Thirsty Third Thursday meeting will gather at another University City location.
New Deck Tavern
3408 Sansom Street
Philadelphia, PA
215/386-4600
http://www.newdecktavern.comRSVP to Acacia Parks-Sheiner ’03, acparks@psych.upenn.edu (preferred) or via phone/text message at 267/879-8387.
- Seattle—starts at 6 p.m.
Escape the November drizzle and cold with some outstanding Flemish cuisine and a huge assortment of Belgian ales on tap in Fremont.
Brouwer's Cafe
400 N 35th Street
Seattle, WA 98103
206/267-2437
http://www.brouwerscafe.com/bier.html
No RSVP required, for more information contact Christopher Fast ’90, fastcj@drizzle.com or 206/331-6357
Washington, D.C.—starts at 6 p.m.
Come to The Saloon and have a drink with local Reedies. The Saloon is located 1/2 a block from the U Street metro station, and there is usually street parking on 12th Street or T Street.
The Saloon
1207 U Street NW
Washington, DC 20009-4442RSVP to Nels Olson ’89, nelsaolson@gmail.com
