The Author Events Series presents Irene Levy Baker | Cheers to McGillin's

Presented in partnership with McGillin's Olde Ale House

Step inside one of Philadelphia's most legendary watering holes for an unforgettable evening of history, humor, and hometown pride!

Join us at McGillin's, Philly's oldest continuously operating tavern, for a toast to 165 years of incredible stories. Since 1860, when Abe Lincoln was just getting elected and the Liberty Bell was still cracking, McGillin's has been at the beating heart of Center City, serving up cold beers, hot meals, and even hotter gossip.

In Cheers to McGillin's, author Irene Levy Baker spills the secrets that have made this iconic establishment a Philadelphia institution. You'll discover:

• Wild tales spanning wars, fires, two pandemics, and Prohibition
• Epic love stories that unfolded right at the bar
• Ghost stories that will give you chills (and not just from your beer)
• Celebrity sightings that'll make you look twice at your barstool
• Deep connections to Philly sports legends
• Secret recipes for their famous food and cocktails

What happened at McGillin's stayed at McGillin's … until now! Baker, who has represented this landmark location for two decades, finally reveals the untold stories that make McGillin's not just a bar, but a living piece of Philadelphia history.

Whether you're a McGillin's regular, a history buff, or someone who loves a great Philadelphia story, this is your chance to be in the room where a lot happened. Grab a drink, settle into a piece of history, and discover why McGillin's isn't just Philly's oldest bar, it's a treasured institution.

Irene Levy Baker is the author of 100 Things To Do In Philadelphia and Unique Eats and Eateries of Philadelphia. She is always hungry for adventures that will surprise and delight her readers. Irene is the owner of Spotlight Public Relations, a public relations firm specializing in restaurants and hospitality. McGillin’s Olde Ale House has been her client through two generations, two decades, and countless icy, cold beers and corned beef Reubens...

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