Mt Airy's Earth Bread + Brewery Closing After 13-Plus Years

MT. AIRY, PHILADELPHIA — A staple in Mt. Airy's food and drink scene is closing its doors.

Earth Bread + Brewery announced Tuesday that it will be closing in early July.

Owners Peggy Zwerver and Tom Baker shared the news on social media, saying the last day to enjoy the businesses offerings will be Friday, July 1.

"It makes us sad, but the challenges and struggles of the past two and a half years have caught up with Earth," they said. "It’s been an incredible ride for us, and we don’t wish to dwell on the hard times of the pandemic. Instead, let’s remember the packed houses in earlier times, the weddings, birthdays and anniversaries that were celebrated, the comedy shows, science nights, table tennis Tuesdays, kick the keg nights, tap takeovers, the live music, the local art, the many guests that we’ve served and the beers that we brewed. But especially, we cherish the friendships that we have made."

The husband and wife owners said they are doing everything they can to help their staff during the transition.

They thanked the neighborhood and their regulars in the departing message.

"We consider you a part of our Earth family," they said. "Hopefully you can make time during the next month to stop in and say hello and goodbye."