You can find great wines in many parts of the world. In a select number of places you can also find great apes (and primates). Pair them and you get the Zoological Society of Milwaukee’s Wines and Beers of the World fundraiser on March 3, 2016.

Bay View Community Center (BVCC) is holding their 20th Annual Beer Tasting and Live Auction Benefit at 6:00pm on April 21, 2016 at the South Shore Yacht Club. The Bay View Community Center is a non-for-profit organization that serves individuals and families in southeastern Wisconsin. The center provides classes for children, activities for seniors, family events, and health enrichment programs for adults. Additionally, the special programs of Emergency Food, Infant Formula Pantry and Food Pantry are funded by community efforts and events such as the Annual Beer Tasting and Live Auction. As a non-profit organization, the Center’s success is truly a community effort. The theme for this year’s annual beer tasting is Craft Beer and Artisan Sausage. The dinner will feature a variety of locally made sausages, including vegetarian options, paired with craft beers and hard ciders from local and national breweries. The Milwaukee Pretzel Company has graciously donated locally made Bavarian style soft pretzels to snack on as well. Tickets can be purchased online at www.bayviewbeer.org/get-your-tickets or by phone, at the BVCC or at the door. Event details are available at www.bayviewbeer.org. Per ticket price is $45 through April 20th and tickets at the door will be $50, if available.

Lake Park Bistro welcomes Champagne Jacquart Head Winemaker Floriane Eznack for an exclusive dinner paired with their delightful Champagnes on Wednesday, April 27. James Beard Award-winning chef Adam Siegel has created the menu and will lead the kitchen during the event. Champagne Jacquart, based in Reims in the heart of Champagne, is one of the region's most dynamic and forward looking producers. Part of the Alliance Champagne Group, they have the largest area of vineyards in Champagne at their disposal. With access to a diverse and plentiful supply of quality grapes, Jacquart's winemakers are able to choose and then blend wines that reflect the character of the different terroirs, producing final cuvées that each have a distinctive style and personality. Head winemaker Floriane Eznack grew up close to Bordeaux and was introduced to the fascinating world of wine tasting by her father. She earned a Masters Degree in Oenology in Reims in 2004 and has studied harvests at some of Champagne’s finest houses including Moet. Floriane has been head winemaker for Jacquart since 2011 and has travelled extensively and experienced different countries and cultures. She is an enthusiastic ambassador for Champagne Jacquart. Champagne Jacquart Dinner Menu Saumon Sauvage avec Chévre Frais Cured Wild Salmon with Citrus, Red Beet Vinaigrette, Asparagus and Fresh Goat Cheese Jacquart Extra Brut Ragout de Petit Pois, Artichaut, Morrilles et Crabe Sauteed Morel Mushrooms, Artichokes and Spring Peas with Crab and Pea Puree Jacquart Brut Mosaique Carpaccio de Veau Cuit Bleu avec Thon Strauss Veal Carpaccio with Yellowfin Tuna, Aioli and Caper Vinaigrette Jacquart 2006 Blanc de Blanc Agneau Roti et Fèves Roasted Lamb Chop with Fava Bean and Leek Mash, Herb Pistou and Confit Potato Jacquart 2006 Vintage Cuvee Sabayon de Champagne avec Rhubarbe Poached Rhubarb with Champagne Sabayon, Cinnamon Fritters and Candied Orange Jacquart Rose Champagne Jacquart Dinner with Winemaker Floriane Eznack Bartolotta’s Lake Park Bistro Wednesday, April 27 at 6:30 pm Five courses with wine $125 per person plus tax and gratuity

‘The Friends of the Muskego Public Library present their Annual Wine and Beer Tasting Event, scheduled for Saturday, May 14th, 2016 from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM.