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A.D. Cook

International Stout Day

November 4, 2026 On the first Thursday in November, beer enthusiasts worldwide come together to celebrate International Stout Day, a special occasion dedicated to this unique and rich beer style. This beverage day not only honors stout’s distinctive flavors and

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Bob Barnes

Las Vegas Brewing News: November 2026

The November Brewing News covers Local Breweries Win Medals at Great American Beer Festival, Big Dog’s Brewing, Tenaya Creek, Mission Control, Brew Festivus Beer Fest, Beer Zombies, 595 Craft and Kitchen Southern Highlands Location Opening This Month, Local Brewer Spotlight: Burke Levien, Finney’s Crafthouse, Triple 7 Brewpub 30th Anniversary, and more from Bob Barnes.

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A.D. Cook

National American Beer Day

National American Beer Day raises a glass to the rich and vibrant history of American beer-making, celebrating the diverse range of brews that have emerged from this great nation. From early colonial days, when settlers brewed their own ales, to the craft beer revolution of the 21st century, America’s beer has evolved through creativity and resilience. It honors those who savor the time-honored traditions, craftsmanship, and passion behind every pint.

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A.D. Cook

Happy Birthday ADCook.com ~ Celebrating 30 Years Online

When the Internet first started becoming user-friendly and popular, I had a friend who used to say, “It’s a fad, the CB of the 90s.“ Oh, how time flies. The nineties came and went, as did the two-thousands, the twenty-tens, and now we’re over halfway through the twenty-twenties. And now, here we are, thirty years later. Sometimes it’s truly hard to believe that an amazing three decades have passed since we first launched the first version of this website.

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A.D. Cook

Cars & Caffeine at Radford Racing School

I’ve looked forward to this show since I first heard about the Radford Racing School last year, and I’ve been curious ever since. The Radford Racing School offers professional instruction for high-performance driving and racing for drivers of all ages and skill levels, from novice to advanced. As I work more with the Wings and Wheels Foundation, I’m increasingly drawn to exploring more race venues in my ongoing quest to learn more about the fascinating world of competitive racing.

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Bob Barnes

Las Vegas Brewing News: October 2026

The October Brewing News covers Mission Control, Viva La SerVehZah Beer Festival, Big Dog’s Brewing Dogtoberfest, BJ’s Brewhouse, Tenaya Creek, North 5th, CraftHaus, Local Brewer Spotlight featuring Griff Griffith, and more from Bob Barnes.

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A.D. Cook

Sunday Night Cruise-In Car Show

It could not have been a more perfect evening to enjoy cars and great company in Apache Junction. Plenty of stunning classic cars, muscle cars, hot rods, trucks, and even a cool classic Harley. While I didn’t do a physical count, plenty of beautiful rides were vying for attention — enough so that I am already looking forward to next week’s selection. This new car gathering will run Sunday evening from 5 PM to 9 PM in the heart of old Apache Junction, AZ. Visit KAPT-N-Ds at 300 W. West Apache Trail.

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Frank Mallinder

Drift

A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away — Oops, wrong story. But this story did begin a long time ago in my career. I was the sales and marketing manager for a management training product that had stormed onto the scene and was experiencing tremendous success. Because of that success, I was constantly writing letters and proposals to potential clients.

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A.D. Cook

National Beer Lovers Day 2026

National Beer Lover’s Day is Celebrated Annually on September 7th. A fun, informal holiday dedicated to enjoying the history, craft, and taste of beer. The exact origin of the holiday remains unknown, though it is widely recognized across social media and calendar sites.

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A.D. Cook

Highline Autos Cars & Coffee | September 2026

It’s been a while since I visited the Highline Autos Cars & Coffee car show at High Street in Phoenix (too long, actually). It was April of 2026 when I visited this epic gathering of rolling American and imported exotic supercars, boasting miles of horsepower, their thunderous exhausts screaming to be let loose. Anyone who says this show is amazing is making a colossal understatement. The Highline car show is a remarkable gathering of stunning vehicles, passionate enthusiasts, and an overall atmosphere of camaraderie.

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