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“If we won the lottery, I’m going to open up a brewery,” Blake Edmunds would often tell his wife, Kristin, after one of his longer days in the office. Blake thought about that phrase often and wondered does it take winning the lottery to open a brewery? 

In January of 2020, Blake decided to find out how to turn his homebrew hobby into a career and began reading up on what it would take to pursue his dream. Next thing you know, Blake is in Montrose, Colorado during the summer of 2021 learning from a mentor and industry legend, Tom Hennessey, and his crew on how to successfully open his own 7-barrel brewpub serving craft pizzas and salads. Soon after that, Blake hung up his fifteen-year career in collegiate athletics and minor league baseball, packed up the family in Columbia, SC and moved back to his hometown of Chesapeake, VA to pursue opening Chesapeake’s next brewery.

Studly Brewing got its name from the self-given name that Blake’s childhood friends gave each other, The Studly Club – a rag tag group of guys that attended Hickory High School and played Little League together. All of which are still very close friends till this day and many of whom still live in Chesapeake. Studly Brewing pays homage to those friendships and the bond sports gave them growing up. Along with Blake’s experience working in sports, Studly Brewing will be a tasteful nod to America’s pastime, baseball, and will have many similarities of a minor league team: a family-friendly, light-hearted fun time.

Join Ashley for a fun-filled evening of creativity and deliciousness at her Christmas Cookie Decorating Class @ Studly Brewing! Whether you're a baking enthusiast or just looking for a unique experience, this event is perfect for you!

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Get ready to turn up (and cool down) at Music Bingo Night! This week’s theme: Singo-Along Songs + Hot & Cold Hits!From “Hot in Herre” to “Ice Ice Baby,” we’re bringing the heat and the chill. Free to play, prizes to win, and all the good vibes!
Creep it real and have a fang-tastic Halloween!
Tonight is the final night for Slices and Spooks, and just a reminder that Studly will be closed tomorrow for Halloween!
You have plenty of time to cast your votes! Link in bio to vote or scan QR code!
Busy Week at Studly! 

🧠 Trivia Night — Tomorrow and every Wednesday!
Grab your friends and test your knowledge while enjoying great food and drinks!

🍕 Spooks & Slices — Continues Wednesday and Thursday night! Halloween vibes + pizza = the perfect combo. 

🎃 Heads up! We’ll be closed on Friday for Halloween so our ghouls can rest their bones.
It's time to get spooky for Slices & Spooks! Kids that wear their Halloween costume to Studly between October 27-30 receive a free kids pizza!

Offer valid for dine-in only and for kids 12 & under. Restrictions may apply.
Kids who wear their costumes to Studly between October 27-30 can enjoy a free kids pizza. Remember, the offer is for dine-in only and for children 12 and under. Don't forget to get spooky and enjoy Slices & Spooks!
Boo-tastic News! Studly will be closed on Halloween next week, but the spook-tacular fun starts earlier! Get ready to dress up for Slices & Spooks from October 27-30! 

Kids in costume will receive a free kids pizza, perfect for some Halloween cheer! 

Dine-in only, for kids 12 & under. Restrictions may apply. Don’t miss out on the spooky fun!
We’re thrilled to share that Studly is featured in this year’s 2025 Veer Magazine Golden Tap Awards in 10 categories!🍻 Huge thanks to our amazing community for all the love and support!

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Grab your crew, and show off that random knowledge every Wednesday night!
Prizes, bragging rights, and great beer await.

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June 4, 2021 was a really tough day. That afternoon, I walked into my boss’ office at the University of South Carolina and told him I’m going to retire from college athletics. It’s still tough for me to write as I start to reminisce on all the blood, sweat, laughs,

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