Ryan Smith at Octopus Bar; SweetWater's 17th Birthday

EVENT PLANNING— There's a massive dinner happening next Sunday, February 23, at Octopus Bar. Chef Ryan Smith of Staplehouse and, formerly, Empire State South will join Octopus Bar's Angus Brown, Nhan Le, and Duane Kulers for an eight-course, cocktail-paired meal starting at 10 p.m. The $150 event also starts with a cocktail hour with raw bar. Reserve a spot here. [EaterWire]

BEER HERE— SweetWater celebrates its golden birthday this month: The Atlanta brewery turns 17 on Monday, February 17. Of course there will be a party next Sunday, February 23, from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. It'll have live music, lots of beer, and a Fur Bus shuttle from the closest MARTA station, so if you're interested in attending, do check out more information and purchase tickets here. [EaterWire]

BLACK FRIDAY— Have fun tonight, y'all. Still need Valentine's Day plans? Here's the Eater Atlanta roundup of dining options way better than overpriced prix fixe meals. [-EATL-]