Beer is the oldest known alcoholic beverage consumed by mankind. Archeologists date it to before 10,000 BCE and there is no doubt it is much older.

But how much older? How was it discovered? How was it made and what part did it play in cultures from China to Europe to Africa and the Americas? Did it really cause the agricultural revolution and the downfall of the Roman Empire?

This talk tells the fascinating story of beer from the ancient world through its heyday in medieval Europe to its modern banishment during prohibition and ends at the craft beer revolution whose epicenter was right here in the Pacific Northwest. Buckle up for a great story that is best enjoyed with a beer or two in the best beer bar in the Pacific Northwest.

Join our owner James as we close the whole bar and revel in the story of beer from the stone age to the craft beer revolution. Free beer tastings, discounted dad food and free gifts for Fathers!

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Sedona Rose is a singer/songwriter from Seattle, WA. Blending elements of rock, pop, and folk, she delivers a dynamic mix of original music and reimagined covers from artists like Tom Petty, Fleetwood Mac, The Beatles, Taylor Swift, and Billie Eilish. Since the age of 17, she has been mentored by Pat Monahan, the frontman of the band Train, who has played a pivotal role in her musical journey.

Over the years, she has toured and performed all around the world with Train, honing her craft and captivating audiences with her soulful vocals. When she’s not on the road, Sedona regularly performs at wineries and breweries around the Seattle area, bringing her signature sound to intimate and lively venues alike. Whether performing in a small setting or on a grand stage, her heartfelt performances create a deep, lasting connection with her audience.

www.sedonarosemusic.com

Singer-Songwriter Matthew Lindley has played throughout the Northwest bringing his folky and soulful sounds to the stage.  His sound can be described as Modern Americana informed by the Classic Rock and R&B he was raised on.  Lindley combines heartfelt original music with beloved covers to create an experience that is unique yet familiar.

https://www.instagram.com/matthewlindleyband/?hl=en

Introducing the new Acoustic Open Mic Night at the Side Hustle Taproom! Hosted by long-time Kirkland locals Karen Story and Bill Baxter

Come share your songs with a friendly crowd, or just sit back and enjoy music performed by a variety of local musicians.

Signups are between 6:00 - 7:00pm, and the music will go from 6:00 - 9:00pm.

Going forward we plan to host this event regularly, on the 2nd Monday of every month.

Mark your calendars!

My name is Pierce Goddard and I am a 24 year old musician from Dallas, TX. I love adding a bluesy twist to music classics! Originally being a vocalist in jazz bands, it has been a major change since starting my "solo" journey in 2022.  I moved to Kirkland a year ago and have been overwhelmed with the immense support from the community. I truly love forming lasting connections through music, and I look forward to sharing my passion with the Side Hustle Taproom family!

https://www.instagram.com/piercegoddard/

After graduating from OSU I moved to Tucson where I repaired guitars, taught lessons at the Allegro School of Music and recorded several bands independently and at Mattlind Recording and Mastering.  I also started the band Reason Will Prevail, as well as playing in Our Daily Trespasses, Ensphere and The Black Heart Thieves.

In October 2015 I moved to Seattle, WA.  I worked as the Luthier at The Guitar Store until it closed during the Covid-19 pandemic. I currently play in 4 bands ranging from punk rock, to Soul Funk Rock, to Outlaw Country.  I am also available for freelance recording projects and session work as a guitarist, vocalist and bassist.

www.davethurstonmusic.com

This is your chance to catch Luke Severeid’s unfiltered, unmedicated, and definitely unforgettable brand of comedy. His act has been described as insightfully idiotic, enthusiastically explosive, and louder than you’d expect (yes, really).

Luke is a semi-finalist in both the San Francisco & Seattle International Comedy Competitions, and he even snagged a Best Comedy Film award at HUMPFEST.

Bottom line? He’s loud. He’s hilarious. And he’s ready to make you laugh.

GET YOUR TICKETS HERE!

Niall O’Sullivan is a singer-songwriter born and raised in Dublin, Ireland. He moved to Washington 15 years ago and has been playing live music for the last several years. Niall plays a mix of ballads from Ireland, as well acoustic arrangements of contemporary rock and pop songs.

Mark and Leemo is a two piece band with +positive+ energy and is composed of Mark Hansen on vocals and guitar and Leemo Price on bass, With a melodic set list that spans decades, they entertain audiences with familiar hits and deep cuts from varied artists such as Paul Simon, Weezer, Tom Petty, R.E.M. and Neil Diamond. Their live performances are an irresistible blend of toe-tapping grooves, sing-alongs, and feel-good vibes. Catch them at one of their upcoming gigs at local brewpubs, wine tasting bars, or open-air venues.

www.markandleemo.com

My name is Pierce Goddard and I am a 24 year old musician from Dallas, TX. I love adding a bluesy twist to music classics! Originally being a vocalist in jazz bands, it has been a major change since starting my "solo" journey in 2022.  I moved to Kirkland a year ago and have been overwhelmed with the immense support from the community. I truly love forming lasting connections through music, and I look forward to sharing my passion with the Side Hustle Taproom family!

https://www.instagram.com/piercegoddard/

Devin Sinha is a singer/songwriter living in Seattle, hailing from Midwestern roots as he spent his formative years around Kansas City. His style is primarily a mixture of contemporary folk and indie rock, mixing autobiographical flavors into his fiction of poetry and music.  The new studio LP, Liminal Space, is available now.  His prior album, Our Fathers Were Lions, was released October 2017.  His second studio album Our Past And Present Futures, was released February 2016.  His first studio album, The Seventh Season, was released November 2014.  Devin continues to perform around the country, playing at events such as The Outlaw Roadshow at SXSW, the Seattle Rock n Roll Marathon, and Seattle Acoustic Festival.  You can preview his currently released albums on the discography page.

www.devinsinha.com

Mike Coletta is a Seattle-based comedian (originally from Alaska — yes, really) who brings quick wit, high energy, and an all-around positive vibe to every stage he touches. He got his start in Pullman, Washington performing with the Nuthouse Improv Comedy Troupe, and has since performed at Bridgetown Comedy Festival, Emerald City Comicon, Treefort Fest, and Bumbershoot.

He's also the co-host of The Codex History of Video Games and HugLife podcasts, and his act is packed with honest reactions to real life, told with warmth, charm, and just the right amount of chaos.

🎙️ Featuring: Genevieve Ferrari
Toeing the line between uncomfortable and relatable, Genevieve explores the art of aging ungracefully, being a chaotic dog parent, and asking life’s big questions like: “If being petty is wrong… why does it feel so right?” They've performed internationally (Mexico, Germany, France), and at Treefort Music Fest, Seattle International Comedy Competition, and Bumbershoot. They're also a writer, actor, and accomplished script doctor — just don’t ask about their one film role that didn’t get nominated for an award (they're not bitter, we swear).

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It has become fashionable to preach a dystopian AI future while simultaneously living in a human-induced dystopian present. We humans have trashed our environment, poisoned our political discourse, normalized obscene wealth and extreme poverty, raised taxes to historic levels and created the least happy generation of children on record. We have no business lecturing imaginary robots.

Our best hope at reversing our present dystopia is AI (and, yes, I have an attainable solution for eliminating taxes and resolving IP theft in one fell swoop, worth the price of admission alone). Indeed, the only dystopian future I see is one where western democracies lose the AI race to bad actors and asshat autocracies. Winning the AI race is our only hope at reversing otherwise irreversible human catastrophe. We need to invest like a mo-fo.

You’ll:

• Hear the origin story of machine intelligence (*this* is a story for the ages)

• Understand how machine “brains” work (don't care if you are mathy or not)

• Envision a world where we no longer live to work and work to live (this is going to require some preparation folks)

• Learn how wealth will be generated and governments will be funded in a post-work, post-tax world (this is the fun part)

• Walk out of this talk with optimism for the future and a buzz from the beer

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Ken Oberman’s goal in running for City Council is to bring results-driven leadership and real-world accountability to local government, ensuring that our city grows thoughtfully while preserving what makes Kirkland special.

Here's how you can support our campaign for change right now:

1. Join us for our Campaign Kickoff Event! We're celebrating the launch of our campaign on Sunday, May 18, 2025, from 4:00-5:30 PM at Side Hustle Taproom & Kitchen (15 Lake Street, Unit 201, Kirkland). Enjoy light refreshments, good conversation, and learn more about our vision for Kirkland. RSVP by May 14th by emailing the campaign here: KenObermanforKirkland@gmail.com.

2. Donate to our campaign. Your financial support will help us reach more voters and share our message throughout Kirkland. Click here to donate today.

3. Sign up to volunteer! If you cannot donate right now, your volunteer hours are just as  impactful. Endorse the campaign, join me in talking to voters in the district, or help with other campaign tasks. Click here to volunteer.

4. Spread the word! Take a look at our campaign website at www.kenobermanforkirkland.com and forward it to friends and family who want to see candidates like me in office.

Your support makes all the difference, and I look forward to seeing you at our kickoff event and on the campaign trail!

You and your friends will be swaying to the beat of her reggae inspired tune “Flow”, which has sweet beachy vibes.  It’s a perfect mix for those warm, sunny tropical days and nights.

“Through her accessible songwriting, clear and controlled vocals, and her willingness to put in the hours of work necessary, the future is exciting for Sedona. It’s odd to think about because sharing the stage with a band as big as Train would be a reasonable definition of success for a musical artist, but for Sedona that was only the beginning.” (Julien A. Luebbers, Spokesman Review 2021)

www.sedonarosemusic.com

Introducing the new Acoustic Open Mic Night at the Side Hustle Taproom! Hosted by long-time Kirkland locals Karen Story and Bill Baxter

Come share your songs with a friendly crowd, or just sit back and enjoy music performed by a variety of local musicians.

Signups are between 6:00 - 7:00pm, and the music will go from 6:00 - 9:00pm.

Going forward we plan to host this event regularly, on the 2nd Monday of every month.

Mark your calendars!

My name is Pierce Goddard and I am a 24 year old musician from Dallas, TX. I love adding a bluesy twist to music classics! Originally being a vocalist in jazz bands, it has been a major change since starting my "solo" journey in 2022.  I moved to Kirkland a year ago and have been overwhelmed with the immense support from the community. I truly love forming lasting connections through music, and I look forward to sharing my passion with the Side Hustle Taproom family!

https://www.instagram.com/piercegoddard/

Dean’s music resonates with melody, lyrics, and musicianship. He can be heard at and hired for most any easy listening venue. Ever popular in the Woodinville Winery district, his repertoire includes both originals and covers of popular songs of the 70’s while also representing new and classic popular music. You will find a song to sing along with while you enjoy a sunny patio or a lively tasting room. If you need a fix of good music or have a need for musical entertainment at an event, then Dean could be your man.

www.deanbackholm.com

Born and raised in Renton, Monica grew up in a family that treated humor like a second language. After a basketball injury at Seattle University, she did what any sidelined athlete with impeccable timing would do—she became a stand-up comic. Since then, she’s been absolutely crushing it on stages across the country, on TV, and in her acclaimed comedy special Big Stepdad Energy, which landed on We Own The Laughs magazine’s Top 50 Specials of the Year list.

This is your chance to catch Monica live, where she’s at her hilarious best—telling stories, dropping punchlines, and making you laugh so hard you forget how weird the world is.

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Mark Goldberg has been playing guitar, keys, and performing for some time now. Some of my credits include a stint in the El Camino College Jazz Band in which they played a festival in the town of Fullerton. He played in several bands in the Los Angeles area before returning to his hometown of Seattle. He has since played on albums by Jason Trachtenburg, Steve Caustrita, and Richard DeCuir and worked with Roger Fisher from Heart and Chris Ballew from the Presidents.
He has also been involved with Tim Noah and the Thumbnail Theater and was in several productions that were put on there. He put out an album in 2001 of classical guitar music called "Landscapes" and have put together several albums of original pop-rock material. "Viewpoints," "Self Reliance," and "Looking For Distractions," among others are all available online for purchase. He recently released "Superstars," an ambitious two CD set which has many styles on it. Mark currently also plays out with Jon Newmark frequently in Mark And Jon's Music Shop. More songs and albums are coming.

Mark’s main influences are chiefly centered in the 60's to 80's era namely Steely Dan, Boz Scaggs, Elton John, Pat Metheny, Genesis and Rush.

MARK GOLDBERG - LISTEN HERE!

Niall O’Sullivan is a singer-songwriter born and raised in Dublin, Ireland. He moved to Washington 15 years ago and has been playing live music for the last several years. Niall plays a mix of ballads from Ireland, as well acoustic arrangements of contemporary rock and pop songs.

Singer-Songwriter Matthew Lindley has played throughout the Northwest bringing his folky and soulful sounds to the stage.  His sound can be described as Modern Americana informed by the Classic Rock and R&B he was raised on.  Lindley combines heartfelt original music with beloved covers to create an experience that is unique yet familiar.

https://www.instagram.com/matthewlindleyband/?hl=en

My name is Pierce Goddard and I am a 24 year old musician from Dallas, TX. I love adding a bluesy twist to music classics! Originally being a vocalist in jazz bands, it has been a major change since starting my "solo" journey in 2022.  I moved to Kirkland a year ago and have been overwhelmed with the immense support from the community. I truly love forming lasting connections through music, and I look forward to sharing my passion with the Side Hustle Taproom family!

https://www.instagram.com/piercegoddard/

Mark and Leemo is a two piece band with +positive+ energy and is composed of Mark Hansen on vocals and guitar and Leemo Price on bass, With a melodic set list that spans decades, they entertain audiences with familiar hits and deep cuts from varied artists such as Paul Simon, Weezer, Tom Petty, R.E.M. and Neil Diamond. Their live performances are an irresistible blend of toe-tapping grooves, sing-alongs, and feel-good vibes. Catch them at one of their upcoming gigs at local brewpubs, wine tasting bars, or open-air venues.

www.markandleemo.com

Introducing the new Acoustic Open Mic Night at the Side Hustle Taproom! Hosted by long-time Kirkland locals Karen Story and Bill Baxter

Come share your songs with a friendly crowd, or just sit back and enjoy music performed by a variety of local musicians.

Signups are between 6:00 - 7:00pm, and the music will go from 6:00 - 9:00pm.

Going forward we plan to host this event regularly, on the 2nd Monday of every month.

Mark your calendars!

Niall O’Sullivan is a singer-songwriter born and raised in Dublin, Ireland. He moved to Washington 15 years ago and has been playing live music for the last several years. Niall plays a mix of ballads from Ireland, as well acoustic arrangements of contemporary rock and pop songs.

Devin Sinha is a singer/songwriter living in Seattle, hailing from Midwestern roots as he spent his formative years around Kansas City. His style is primarily a mixture of contemporary folk and indie rock, mixing autobiographical flavors into his fiction of poetry and music.  The new studio LP, Liminal Space, is available now.  His prior album, Our Fathers Were Lions, was released October 2017.  His second studio album Our Past And Present Futures, was released February 2016.  His first studio album, The Seventh Season, was released November 2014.  Devin continues to perform around the country, playing at events such as The Outlaw Roadshow at SXSW, the Seattle Rock n Roll Marathon, and Seattle Acoustic Festival.  You can preview his currently released albums on the discography page.

www.devinsinha.com

After graduating from OSU I moved to Tucson where I repaired guitars, taught lessons at the Allegro School of Music and recorded several bands independently and at Mattlind Recording and Mastering.  I also started the band Reason Will Prevail, as well as playing in Our Daily Trespasses, Ensphere and The Black Heart Thieves.

In October 2015 I moved to Seattle, WA.  I worked as the Luthier at The Guitar Store until it closed during the Covid-19 pandemic. I currently play in 4 bands ranging from punk rock, to Soul Funk Rock, to Outlaw Country.  I am also available for freelance recording projects and session work as a guitarist, vocalist and bassist.

www.davethurstonmusic.com

You and your friends will be swaying to the beat of her reggae inspired tune “Flow”, which has sweet beachy vibes.  It’s a perfect mix for those warm, sunny tropical days and nights.

“Through her accessible songwriting, clear and controlled vocals, and her willingness to put in the hours of work necessary, the future is exciting for Sedona. It’s odd to think about because sharing the stage with a band as big as Train would be a reasonable definition of success for a musical artist, but for Sedona that was only the beginning.” (Julien A. Luebbers, Spokesman Review 2021)

www.sedonarosemusic.com