Pennsylvania German Society Bierfest, Def Leppard drummer Rick Allen, & the Academy of Natural Sciences “Tarantulas” Exhibition

First, Kristen speaks with one of the country’s leading wine and beer authors and educators, Philadelphia sommelier – Marnie Old about the 5th Annual Pennsylvania German Society Bierfest. One of Kristen’s favorite events of the year, Bierfest has it all: music, entertainment, food, tons of German-inspired BEER and extensive learning opportunities too. If you think you know beer, head to Bierfest on Saturday, February 27th at the German Society (7th and Spring Garden) from 1pm-5:30pm for Philadelphia’s BEST beer festival… or should we say BIER festival! Tickets and more details HERE. 

Next, Marilyn talks with Def Leppard’s drummer Rick Allen not only about his band, Def Leppard but another career you might not know about – ART! Check out Rick Allen’s “Art To Wear” collection HERE.

Last, Karen Verderame – Invertebrate Specialist at the Academy of Natural Sciences joins Kristen in studio with a Tarantula friend of hers named Canilla (see photo below). The Academy of Natural Sciences has a new Tarantulas: Alive and Up Close exhibition going on now through May 30th.  Listen as Karen describes the Academy’s newest hands-on exhibit and learn a bit more about these beautiful and fascinating creatures. Find more details HERE.