The Signature Event April 28

Staff Report

The public is invited to The Signature Event, a benefit to support The Element, from 6-9 p.m., Thursday, April 28, at Giovanni’s, 610 N. Bell School Road.

Host of The Signature Event is Ted Reader, author of 14 barbecue books and creator of Ted’s World Famous BBQ Sauce line. Emcee will be First Friday’s founding comedian, Jeff Schroder. The event features signature dishes and drinks from Rockford-area establishments and signature art from some of Rockford’s favorite artists.

Participating vendors include Brio, Famous Dave’s, Five Forks, Bistro 108, Giovanni’s, Kryptonite, Pearl, Perry Rock, and Whiskey’s.

The Forest City Brewers Club will be sampling a selection of locally-made craft beers.

From the April 27-May 3, 2011 issue