A spin-off of the Akron Craft Beer Festival, Pints & Pies will feature handcrafted beers from some of the best craft breweries in Ohio and across the nation, along with samples of artisan-style pies. You'll find close to 100 beers, presented in stations throughout the venue and organized by style. Fred Karm's Hoppin' Frog brewery will unveil Sattler's Civic Pride IPA, a New England-style IPA with the addition of fruit. Restaurants include D' Agnese, Pavona's Pizza Joint, Missing Falls Brewery, Mustard Seed, Garner's Pies and more. The event begins today at 8 p.m. at the Akron Civic Theatre. Tickets cost $40. (Niesel)