happening today: The Penny Stamps Lecture Series returns today; Arbor Brewing offers a Michigan beer tasting

LECTURE

Class is in session, so that means the return of the Penny Stamps Lecture Series at the Michigan Theater. 5:10 p.m. Today, there will be talk by California-based filmmaker PES, who’s known for his innovative short films and unique approach to stop-motion animation. Free. 603 East Liberty St., Ann Arbor. 734-668-8463. www.michtheater.org/

BEER

Enjoy a "Michigan Made Beer Tasting" at the Arbor Brewing Company. 7-9 p.m. You will get a chance to sample and learn about more than two dozen of the state's best craft-brewed beers, including some hard-to-find specialty brews. There will also be a drawing for beer-related prizes. The price of admission includes unlimited beer sampling and a German appetizer buffet. $30. 114 E. Washington. 734-213-1393.

FOOD

Learn to make “Unbeatable Brown Bag Lunches” at the Chelsea District Library. 7-8:30 p.m. Chelsea Community Kitchen board member and Ellie’s Chocolate Café owner Judy Radant will demonstrate how to prepare easy, nutritious lunches that kids and adults will really eat (and enjoy). Free. Preregistration required by calling 734-475-8732. 221. S. Main, Chelsea. www.chelsea.lib.mi.us/

MUSIC

Hear the Quartet San Francisco at the Kerrytown Concert House. 8 p.m. This nontraditional eclectic string quartet plays jazz, blues, tango, swing, funk and pop. They won a tango music competition in 2004, and their albums have been nominated five times for Grammy Awards. Reservations recommended. $25/ Assigned rows 1-2; $15/ Assigned rows 3-5; $10/ General admission; $5/ Students. 415 N. Fourth Ave. 734-769-2999. www.kerrytownconcerthouse.com/