- May Explorer Series to Feature Limited Time Selections Until the Keg Runs Out -

BOULDER, Co. (May. 11, 2015) - Old Chicago Pizza & Taproom, a traditional casual dining restaurant known for its expansive selection of craft beers, is continuing its Explorer Series with the fourth installment kicking off on May 20. For this series, Old Chicago has collaborated with Minnesota-based Summit Brewing Company to create the featured selection.

Old Chicago's craft beer experts visited Summit Brewery to assist in the brewing process of the featured collaboration for the series. Together, they created the Cracking Wit, a witbier that combines traditional elements of Belgian White Ale with a new U.S. hop variety and a unique strain of yeast. Fresh ground coriander and lemon peel contribute a distinctive spicy and citrusy aroma, with fruity esters from the yeast enhancing complexity. Single hopped with Equinox, a superb new U.S. hop variety, provides strong notes of tangerine and papaya. The Cracking Wit is exclusively available at Old Chicago locations in Arkansas, Iowa, Illinois, Kansas, Michigan, Missouri, North Dakota, Nebraska, South Dakota, Wisconsin and Minnesota.

"Partnering with Summit Brewing Company for this series has been a real treat for us," said Jason Murphy, Old Chicago's brand manager. "Being with the team in Minnesota during the brewing process and watching the brewmasters work their magic was an incredible experience. Having a hand in the behind the scenes work is crucial to us because we like to make sure that we're serving our guests the absolute best. We're thrilled with the way the collaboration turned out, and are eager for everyone to be able to try this unique and flavorful selection."

In addition to the Cracking Wit, the series also will feature other selections from Summit Brewing Company, and will be available until the kegs run out. Selections include :

• Hopvale Organic Ale - Featuring 100 percent organic U.S. hops, malts and lemon peel, this brew captures intense grapefruit, pine and lemon hop characters in a supremely drinkable session ale
• Extra Pale Ale - Brewed since 1986, this extra pale ale features caramel undertones with biscuity malts superbly balanced with an earthy hop bite and juicy citrus flavors
• Sága IPA - Named after the Norse goddess Sága, drinking companion of the God Odin, this India pale ale features a tropical hop aroma and a clean, assertive bitterness

As an added perk, guests who try the Summit selections will be able to take home their very own Summit and Old Chicago collaboration pint glass for just two dollars.

A leader in the traditional casual dining space, Old Chicago has been serving handcrafted cuisine and local craft beers across the nation for 37 years. Old Chicago is committed to quality creations and to showcasing local, regional and national craft brewers while providing great value in a welcoming atmosphere. To learn more about Old Chicago, visit www.oldchicago.com.

About Old Chicago

Old Chicago Pizza & Taproom (Old Chicago) is a traditional, casual dining restaurant specializing in Chicago-style pizzas, taproom classics and craft beer. Founded in 1976, Old Chicago operates in 22 states with 96 restaurants. With over 30 craft beers on tap, Old Chicago is also the home of the World Beer Tour which rewards members for enjoying 110 of the best craft beers from across the globe. Visit www.oldchicago.com to learn more and to find the restaurant nearest you. For information about franchise opportunities, visit www.ocfranchising.com.

About Summit

Situated on the bluffs of the Mississippi, Summit Brewing Company has been brewing craft beer in St. Paul since 1986.   One of the original sodbusting craft breweries in the Midwest, Summit is now available in 17 states including Minnesota, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Missouri, Nebraska, New Jersey, North Dakota, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Arkansas and Wisconsin.  Summit produces 15 varieties of premium craft beer, including eight year-round beers, five seasonal beers, and the limited release Unchained Series and Union Series.  Since its inception, the brewery has been a consistent pioneer in the craft beer movement. For more information about Summit, please visit www.summitbrewing.com.

About CraftWorks

CraftWorks Restaurants & Breweries, Inc. is the largest craft brewery restaurant operator in the country with nearly 200 franchised and company-owned restaurants primarily operating under the Old Chicago Pizza & Taproom, Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurants and Rock Bottom Restaurants & Breweries brands.  As a leader in the casual dining segment, CraftWorks also operates strong regional brands, including ChopHouse and Big River, and employs more than 12,000 people throughout the U.S.  All of CraftWorks' restaurant brands have innovative menus with made-from-scratch food and a vast selection of unique craft beer, as well as unbeatable service and loyalty programs that tout over a half-million active members.  Based in Broomfield, Colo., CraftWorks is not only committed to serving its loyal guests, but also the communities in which its restaurants operate.  In 2000, the CraftWorks Foundation was formed and has contributed millions of dollars positively impacting communities throughout the country. For additional information about CraftWorks, the foundation and its craft brewery restaurant brands, please visit www.craftworksrestaurants.com.

Rock Island, IL: The Rock Island Preservation Society has donated books to the Rock Island Public Library Children's Department in celebration of Historic Preservation Month in May.

Rock Island Preservation Society donated three sets each of Old House New House, by Michael Gaughenbaugh and Herbert Camburn, and Under Every Roof, by Patricia Brown Glenn and illustrator Joe Stites. Old House New House reveals how American houses have changed over time through the example of a family renovating a Victorian mansion. Under Every Roof is a field guide to American architectural styles and features. Kids and families can create their own walking tour by using the guide to identify architectural styles in their neighborhoods.

"It is never too early to begin to appreciate our history and the built environment around us, and these books can provide a great introduction," says Linda Anderson, president of the Rock Island Preservation Society.

The donated titles will be available for checkout with any valid public library card at the Rock Island Main Library, 30/31 and Southwest Branches. For availability, check the library's online catalog at www.rockislandlibrary.org.

For more information about Rock Island Library services and programs, visit the library's online branch at www.rockislandlibrary.org, call 309-732-READ or follow the library on Facebook or Twitter.

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WINONA, Minn. (May 20, 2015) - The following students were named to the second semester, 2014-15 Dean's List at Saint Mary's University of Minnesota. The list includes Erika Torres, daughter of Camilo and Cheryl Torres of East Moline, among the 322 undergraduate students who earned a grade point average of 3.60 or better on a 4.0 scale.

Saint Mary's University of Minnesota has about 5,800 students enrolled in undergraduate, graduate, and certificate programs in Winona, the Twin Cities, greater Minnesota, Wisconsin, Jamaica, and Nairobi, Kenya. At Saint Mary's residential campus in Winona, the undergraduate curriculum combines traditional liberal arts and sciences with career preparation in a student-centered environment.

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College of Human Sciences scholarship recipents announced

AMES, IA (05/21/2015)(readMedia)-- Iowa State University announced the continuing students who will receive scholarships from the College of Human Sciences for the 2015-16 academic year.

Taylor Borde, from Muscatine, Iowa, will receive the Helen Foster Scholarship. Borde is a junior studying Apparel, Merchandising, and Design.

Kaitlin Clevenger, from Davenport, Iowa, will receive the Betty Kirkbride-Keller Scholarship. Clevenger is a senior studying Event Management.

Raegan Czupka, from Eldridge, Iowa, will receive the Betty Kirkbride-Keller Scholarship. Czupka is a senior studying Event Management.

Samantha Zust, from Bettendorf, Iowa, will receive the Ruth & Vicent Mahoney Scholarship. Zust is a senior studying Kinesiology and Health.

College of Human Sciences transfer student scholarship recipients announced

AMES, IA (05/20/2015)(readMedia)-- The Iowa State University College of Human Sciences announced the transfer students scholarship recipients for the 2015-16 academic year. Recipients include :

Gretchen Henningsen of DeWitt, Iowa will receive the Clark Family Scholarship. Henningsen is transferring to Iowa State as a sophomore with plans to study Nutritional Science.

Jael Kulp of LeClaire, Iowa will receive the Charlotte Gustafson Akins Scholarship. Kulp is transferring to Iowa State as a junior with plans to study Event Management.

The Iowa State University College of Human Sciences and its academic departments awarded more than $1 million in student scholarships and awards for the upcoming academic year.

Maria DeMarr receives scholarship from College of Human Sciences department of Human Development and Family Studies

AMES, IA (05/21/2015)(readMedia)-- Maria DeMarr of Davenport, Iowa, will receive the Lualis Uthoff Dumenil Scholarship from the Department of Human Development and Family Studies in the Iowa State University College of Human Sciences. DeMarr will be a freshman this fall studying family and consumer sciences education and studies.

The Iowa State University College of Human Sciences and its academic departments awarded more than $1 million in student scholarships and awards for the 2015-16 year.