The Hog's Apothecary Raising Funds for "Finishing Touches"

The Hog's Apothecary, the American-style beer hall and gastropub that's set to open next month at 375 - 40th St., Oakland, is asking the public to donate money to help the owners clear the "final hurdles."

Contributions are being accepted at www.indiegogo.com/projects/the-hog-s-apothecary in amounts from $10 to $2,500. Donors will be considered "founding members" of the pub and receive gifts that range from "a hearty hug or handshake" at the $10 level up to a free beer or appetizer each time you visit for major contributors.

Owners Bradford Earle and John Streit hope to raise $20,000 by June 11. They say the money will be used for finishing touches on the pub, including scoreboards for dart and shuffleboards, made-to-order tables and chairs, signs and stainless steel tap systems.

Contributions stood at a little over $5,200 by Thursday, May 30.

Learn more at indiegogo.com and The Hog's Apothecary Facebook page.