Don't Give Up Hope at ester; Extreme Beer at The Merchant

DORCHESTER — File under #DigOutDineOut: Tonight, ester in Dorchester is hosting a $65, four-course wine dinner celebrating the strength Bostonians demonstrated during the record-breaking snowfall this winter called Don't Give Up Hope. Ironically, this event was supposed to happen in February, but was postponed because of — duh — snow. There are still a few seats left for the 6:30 p.m. feast. Call now at 617-698-2261 to reserve yours. [Official Site]

DOWNTOWN — As regular Wire readers know, Extreme Beer Fest is happening in the Seaport this weekend. The Merchant is getting in on the action tomorrow night, with 10 @ 10: EBF After-Party. At 10 p.m. on Friday, 10 special drafts start flowing at the downtown brasserie, including Allagash Brewing's Golden Brett and a cognac barrel-aged Russian imperial stout from Two Roads Brewing Company. No reservations necessary. [FB]

HUB-WIDE — Start planning your summer as the wind blows around you this week. All 13 locations of J.P. Licks are now hiring supervisors, scoopers, and baristas. Apply online. [FB]