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Should Children Be Allowed Inside A Brewery? This Boston Location Says Not At Night

Breweries have become a popular spot for families thanks to their casual atmosphere and affordable food.

(CBS Boston)

November 17, 2024

BOSTON - Thanks to their casual atmosphere and affordable food, breweries have become a popular spot for families. But there is a debate brewing over whether kids should be allowed to hang out inside and one Boston brewery is establishing a curfew.

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On Friday, Notch Brewing, with locations in Salem and Brighton, announced a change to their "kids policy." They will now expand their "21+ after 6 p.m." rule to seven days a week and not just the weekends. Their online statement read in part, "We will now be asking parents to have their kids out the door by 6 p.m. We look forward to everyone's understanding and cooperation."

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