School Supplies, Capital City Brewing Company and a Mixologist

It's Hump Day...again. We know you can almost see the weekend. Here are some events in and around Kingstowne to help you get over the hump.

School Supply Lists. The first day of school is Sept. 3 and FCPS elementary and middle schools have provided the supply lists for the 2013-2014 school year.

Pier 1 Imports in Alexandria. Take some time to drop by the new Pier 1 Imports location on Richmond Highway. The new store officially opened Monday. The first 200 customers each day until Aug. 11 will receive a giveaway bag.

New Childcare Website. Mingle with parents and other residents at a discussion about CareLuLu, a new website to help parents find the best person to care for their children. Cocktails, refreshments and door prizes will be available during the official launch.

Local mixologist Todd Thrasher dons a chef’s hat Wednesday to showcase his cooking skills in Society Fair’s demonstration kitchen. He’ll prepare paella paired with Spanish wines starting at 7:30 p.m. Reservations are $100 with some proceeds going to charity Fit for Hope. Society Fair is located at 277 S. Washington St. in Old Town Alexandria.

Happy 21st anniversary Capital City Brewing Company. Join the brew pub as it taps into Honey 21, a new wheat beer brewed with honey, orange peels and coriander. Happy hour is 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. when you’ll be able to get a pint for $3.50 pint and $5 appetizers. The celebration runs 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. The pub is located at 1100 New York Ave., NW, in Washington, DC.