TACOMA PARK: Republic to Host Second Annual 4th of July “Freedom Fest”

Its getting closer and people are making their plans for the 4th.....In Takoma Park Republic are Hosting their Second Annual 4th of July “Freedom Fest” with Al fresco barbecue and beer to celebrate Independence Day, and passage of new law enabling Montgomery County restaurants and breweries to sell growlers
So its on Saturday, July 4, at Republic. Celebrate Independence Day as well as the passage of new Montgomery County legislation making it easier for breweries and restaurants to operate in the county, with an all-day local beer and barbecue festival, featuring live music. 
The new law allows restaurants and breweries to sell growlers to go, and the restaurant will take advantage of this new legislation with special take home beers for VIP ticket-holders. 
Chef and partner Danny Wells will prepare a spread of slow smoked pork BBQ, cheddar biscuits, deviled eggs, cookies and an array of seasonal fixings such as cole slaw, grilled corn on the cob, and heirloom tomato salad. 
Bar Manager and Certified Cicerone®, Brett Robison, will serve a variety of draft and cask beers, including new and exclusive offerings, from six local breweries: 

• The Brewer's Art
• Denizens Brewing Company
• Jailbreak Brewing Company
• ReAle Revival
• Atlas Brewing Company
• Hellbender Brewing Company

Freedom Fest will also feature live music from local bands, Yamonamen and Human Country Jukebox, who will perform from 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m., respectively. 

Tickets can be purchased for $40 for either an 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. session OR a 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. session. VIP all day passes, available for $70, allow access from 11:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. and include exclusive access to brewers and take home swag such T-shirts, glassware and limited release beers to take home. 
Tickets are available through Eventbrite: http://www.eventbrite.com/e/2nd-annual-freedom-fest-tickets-15642128026?aff=erelexpsim. All ticket purchases are inclusive of beer and one BBQ meal.

Republic is located four blocks from the Takoma Park Metro Station, at 6939 Laurel Avenue, Takoma Park, Md., 20912.