Aullwood Birds and Brews event this weekend to feature live music, drinks

Paul E. Knoop Jr. Prairie is located near Aullwood Audubon and the Dayton International Airport

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Paul E. Knoop Jr. Prairie is located near Aullwood Audubon and the Dayton International Airport

The Aullwood Farm in Dayton will be hosting a special “Birds and Brews” event this weekend. From 6-9 p.m. Aug. 17, guests will be able to get up close and personal with the birds of prey that call the farm home. There will also be food, drink and live entertainment.

Aullwood Farm is bursting with baby animals. Visitors can see Tunis lambs, Nigerian dwarf goats, piglets, ducklings and quail that were born on the farm this year. Aullwood Farm is located at 9101 Frederick Pike and open Tuesday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is free for children 2 and under, $7 for children 3 to 11, and $10 for adults 12 and over. Members of Friends of Aullwood and the National Audubon Society receive free admission with membership card. LISA POWELL / STAFF

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This event is only for ages 21 and older, and the dress code is summer casual. Pre-sale tickets are $25, and tickets at the door are $30.

A number of different breweries and food trucks will be in attendance. The list of participating businesses includes Full Circle Brewgarden, Pa’s Pork, Sorella Pizza, El Diablo Grill and more. Full size beers will be available to purchase from Bonbright Distributors.

Music for the event will be provided by classic rock group Rodney the Band.

“It’s going to be actually great weather so it’s a perfect night to be at the farm enjoying some wonderful food, great beer and great music” said Laurie Cothran, Senior Manager of development and finance at Aullwood. “Soak up nature, enjoy a ride on an electric golf cart, and enjoy time with friends!”

How to go

What: Aullwood Birds and Brews

When: 6-9 p.m. Aug. 17

Location: Aullwood Farm, 9101 Frederick Pike, Dayton

More info: aullwood.audubon.org

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