A Ben-efit for Be Fido's Friend: Ole Mac Benny Had a Farm(stead) Cheese
May
19
4:00 PM16:00

A Ben-efit for Be Fido's Friend: Ole Mac Benny Had a Farm(stead) Cheese

Join us as we host our annual benefit for Be Fido's Friend and honor the memory of Ben, a beloved BFF rescue who loved his sniffs at the door and daily walks by our cheese shop.

Our class will be a casual, fun, and informative guided tasting of five different farmstead cheeses. We'll be tasting and learning about some of the great farmstead cheeses that Beautiful Rind carries. Our award-winning cheesemongers will tell you about the farms, farmers, animals, cheesemakers, and all the hard work that goes into responsibly producing world-class cheese from the grass to your plate. You'll also have a chance to ask all of your cheesy questions in a Q&A.

If you are looking to support Be Fido's Friend without the formality of a cheese class, we are also donating a portion of our dine-in and dog friendly* patio sales on 5/19 to Be Fido's Friend. We will also be hosting longtime shop regular and BFF supporter/foster mom, Hanny, to talk about all the great ways to support this amazing cause.

We welcome friendly dogs on our patio only. Limited patio reservations and walk ups may be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Due to city regulations and food safety, no animals except service animals as defined by Americans with Disabilities Act are allowed inside.

$20 from the sale of each class will be donated to Fido's Friend in memory of Ben. To learn more about this great organization visit https://www.befidosfriend.org/

For your comfort, this class is being offered in-person and virtually. You may select your preference after booking your tickets. Each ticket will receive a tasting kit of five different cheeses and a variety of accompaniments. Wine and charcuterie pairings are available for purchase at check out.

To ensure a safe and comfortable setup, all group reservations must be made under a single name or may not be seated together.

All sales are final and non-refundable. We are also unable to transfer class tickets to another date. All participants purchasing alcohol pairings must be 21+ with a valid ID.


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Be Fido's Friend Annual Trick or Treat Halloween Walk
Oct
30
1:00 PM13:00

Be Fido's Friend Annual Trick or Treat Halloween Walk

We're Back for Another Howling Good Time!
Saturday, Oct 30, 1-4
Our Annual Be Fido’s Friend Trick or Treat Walk!

Grab your 4 Legged Goblins & Ghouls and
Join Us for Some
Howling Trick or Treat Fun!

WHAT: Trick or Treat with your Dog to Local Businesses through Noble Square
WHEN: Saturday, Oct 30, 1:00-4:00

Admission is $10 donation per family. All funds raised will benefit the rescue.

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Ben's UltiMutt Superhero Pawty!
Aug
14
2:00 PM14:00

Ben's UltiMutt Superhero Pawty!

Join us for the UltiMutt Doggy Superhero Pawty!!! Hosted with our friends at Bucktown Pub (www.bucktownpub.com), all proceeds go to benefit Be Fido's Friend NFP (www.befidosfriend.org) and support their mission helping dogs in need.

Many of you know Ben, a fan fav BFF alumn. Well, August 14 is Ben's Gotcha Day so we are throwing an UltiMutt Superhero Bash as we raise funds for BFF in Ben's memory. BFF rescued Ben and got him through multiple surgeries, customized legbrace fittings, and physical/laser therapy. Thanks to BFF, Ben transformed from a medically complex stray at CACC to the brave, bionic, happy superdog who lived his best life, made friends with the entire neighborhood, and was best buds with his big bro Hans (and together, they became the Beardo Pack! Check out their insta: @the.beardo.pack). So bring you, your friends, and your doggos, and help us give Ben, beloved BFF superstar alumn, a birthday bash fit for a superhero!

Food and drink for humans and doggos - superhero costumes encouraged!

Cheers and thanks for helping us support a great organization in memory of the best little (big) bionic superdog, Ben

Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/.../bens-ultimutt-superhero... See Less

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Ben's Intro to Cheese: A Ben-efit for Be Fido's Friend
Jul
21
6:30 PM18:30

Ben's Intro to Cheese: A Ben-efit for Be Fido's Friend

Join us as we host a virtual event to benefit Be Fido's Friend and honor the memory of Ben, a beloved BFF rescue who loved his sniffs at the door and daily walks by our cheeseshop.

Our online class* will be an intro to all things cheesy featuring four of our favorites across a range of styles. You'll learn how cheese is made, where different flavors come from, what to pair with cheese and have a chance to ask all of your cheesy questions in a Q&A. This is our most popular class and we are delighted to offer it as a Ben-efit for a great cause.

*We do have a very limited number of in-person seats available for $75/party of two (larger parties also available). Please email info@beautifulrind.com to reserve or if you have questions.

Once you've signed up, you can pick up your boards at Beautiful Rind during business hours on Tuesday 7/20 or Wednesday 7/21. A link to the webinar and a reminder will be sent a few days prior to the event.

$20 from the sale of each class will be donated to Fido's Friend in memory of Ben. To learn more about this great organization visit https://www.befidosfriend.org/

Wine and beer pairings are also available for an additional fee for participants 21+ with valid ID.

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Pictures with Santa and Shop!
Dec
7
11:00 AM11:00

Pictures with Santa and Shop!

Join us Saturday December 7th for some shopping and of course, get a picture with Santa for a $10 donation. We will be at The Painted Lady from 11-2PM, however, you can shop with your pooch and get your gifts wrapped 11-6pm. We will have some of our doggie collar accessories and some doggie treats too.

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Euchre at Eris Brewery-Night 3
Dec
3
7:00 PM19:00

Euchre at Eris Brewery-Night 3

  • Eris Brewery and Cider House (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

We're back and this time, fear of commitment is not an excuse! We are playing euchre at Eris Brewery, the first Tuesday of the next 3 months (Oct, Nov, Dec). Come for one night or come for all three! Shoot, there may even be a prize if you make all 3 nights!
$20/team per night
$10/person (we'll find you a partner if you need one)

You don't have to play euchre to join us. So come out, drink delicious cider, and hang with us. Heckling is encouraged!

Email tiffany@befidosfriend.org if you are playing, need a partner, or want to be put on the euchre email list.

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Euchre at Eris Brewery-Night 2
Nov
5
7:00 PM19:00

Euchre at Eris Brewery-Night 2

  • Eris Brewery and Cider House (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

We're back and this time, fear of commitment is not an excuse! We are playing euchre at Eris Brewery, the first Tuesday of the next 3 months (Oct, Nov, Dec). Come for one night or come for all three! Shoot, there may even be a prize if you make all 3 nights!
$20/team per night
$10/person (we'll find you a partner if you need one)

You don't have to play euchre to join us. So come out, drink delicious cider, and hang with us. Heckling is encouraged!

Email tiffany@befidosfriend.org if you are playing, need a partner, or want to be put on the euchre email list.

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BFF Trick or Treat Walk
Oct
26
12:00 PM12:00

BFF Trick or Treat Walk

We're Back for Another Howling Good Time!
Saturday, Oct 26, 12-3
8th Annual Be Fido’s Friend Trick or Treat Walk!

Grab your 4 Legged Goblins & Ghouls and
Join Us for Some
Howling Trick or Treat Fun!

WHAT: Trick or Treat with your Dog to Local Businesses through Noble Square
WHEN: Saturday, Oct 26, 12:00-3:00PM

Starting point and sign in will be in Front of G & O located at: 459 N Ogden Ave, Chicago, IL 60642

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Euchre at Eris Brewery-Night 1
Oct
1
7:00 PM19:00

Euchre at Eris Brewery-Night 1

We're back and this time, fear of commitment is not an excuse! We are playing euchre at Eris Brewery, the first Tuesday of the next 3 months (Oct, Nov, Dec). Come for one night or come for all three! Shoot, there may even be a prize if you make all 3 nights!
$20/team per night
$10/person (we'll find you a partner if you need one)

You don't have to play euchre to join us. So come out, drink delicious cider, and hang with us. Heckling is encouraged!

Email tiffany@befidosfriend.org if you are playing, need a partner, or want to be put on the euchre email list.

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Red Room Quartet Fundraiser for BFF
Jun
30
1:00 PM13:00

Red Room Quartet Fundraiser for BFF

Please join us for a special fundraiser for Be Fido's Friend on the patio at Countryside Saloon in Des Plaines. Red Room Quartet, The Marcato's and special guests will be performing to raise money for this great pet rescue. There will be food, cash bar, music and fun all afternoon, with all proceeds going towards a great organization. Come on out and enjoy the music, and support Be Fido's Friend.

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Euchre League
Jun
17
to Jul 22

Euchre League

Starting Monday, June 17th, we will host a 6 week euchre league at Bucktown Pub.

$40/team

Email tiffany@befidosfriend.org with you team name, players and email addresses, or if you need a partner, let us know!

Proceeds benefit Be Fido’s Friend and Live Like Roo Foundation.

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