A fine group gathered at the newly opened Hot Plate Brewery off North Street in Pittsfield last Thursday. Owners Mike & Sarah pictured nearby, ensured there was plenty of delicious craft beer, hard seltzer and cider and wine available for the assembled Rotarians. The planning committee made certain there was a huge supply of wings and pizza available to soak up the suds. Hot Plate produces excellent beer in the opinion of this Sparks reporter! Hot Plate is located in the rear of the Onota Building, at the corner of North & School Streets. The establishment allows patrons to bring in food as they do not have a kitchen, guests are encouraged to utilize downtown restaurants. Hot Plate offers occasional live music, art and mini theater performances along with other unique entertainment options. Board games are available for those not wishing to stare at their Facebook feed in hopes of learning what their neighbors had for dinner and instead converse with their compadres. We wish the new entrepreneurs much success in there venture.