Lynfred Winery Founder Dies; Slagel Farm Dinner; More

ROSELLE—Fred E. Koehler, the founder of Illinois-based Lynfred Winery and a wine pioneer, passed away on July 16. A memorial is being held July 21 and wine fans are being asked to raise a glass in a universal toast at 7 p.m. on July 22. [Trib]

FAIRBURY, IL—Join Lockwood chef Greg Elliott and Sixteen chef Joseph Rose at Slagel Family Farm on July 23 for a daylong excursion that includes a four-course dinner with beverage pairings. More info and the $125 tickets can be found online. [EaterWire]

WEST LOOP—Province will host a Three Floyds party on its patio on July 25 from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. and $30 gets you all the tap beer and passed apps you can drink and eat (well, without being gluttonous that is). Call 312-669-9900 to reserve your spot before it fills up. [EaterWire]

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