Story Tavern in Burbank hosts a kickoff party for their game room and patio expansion tonight, Thursday, Feb. 20, at 6:30 p.m. A tap takeover featuring Figueroa Mountain Brewing Co. will christen the festivities.

The new 1,500 sq. ft. game room features three dart booths, each with two boards allowing multiple games to run simultaneously. Shuffleboard, ping pong and - wait for it - a dedicated beer pong table, will promote convivial fun and shenanigans. Nearby studio animators have always contributed sketches on butcher's paper to liven up the walls in the main restaurant, but in the game room separate boards will entertain friendly competition by company - Disney, Dreamworks, Cartoon Network, and Nickelodeon, each have designated wall space.

Figueroa Mountain Brewing Co. will supply rarities from their Santa Barbara pilot brewery, in addition to staples from their production facility in Buellton. Bag of Cats IPL (India Pale Lager), Magpie Porter, and Monkeys with TypeRYEters are a must, and you shouldn't miss the opportunity to try Hoppy Poppy IPA on cask. And don't forget to bring your dog if you have one - the expanded patio is particularly pooch-friendly.