SO•CIAL
/ˈsōSHəl/
An informal social gathering often organized by a group sharing a common ground.
EM•POUR•IUM
/emˈpôrēəm/
An establishment that specializes in selling a wide variety of beers and wine. (often used for humorously formal effect).
The Commons is a taproom where the patron pours their own beverage. It is a social gathering space located just south of downtown with over 20 beers on tap and a small selection of wine.
We created this common space to share with our community. As 3rd and 5th generation Chico locals we felt it was important to give back to where we came from. Providing, not only a recreational establishment, but a unique experience – a social empourium.
SERVE YOURSELF
At The Commons you are in control of your own pour. Whether it’s a taster, a half glass or a full pint it’s easy to find your favorite beer. Each tap has a screen describing what you’ll be tasting. Top off your glass and gather around for a friendly conversation at our community tables or venture outside for games on our dog-friendly patio.
OUR PHILOSOPHY
The commons are the cultural and natural resources accessible to all members of a society. This includes natural materials such as air, water and the habitable earth. These resources are held in common, we share them and they are not to be owned privately.
FOUNDERS
Byron Hetherton
CFO/Co-Founder/Owner/Beer Curator
Byron is a 3rd generation Chico local, his family moved from the Bay Area in 1968 and fell in love with the Chico community immediately. Byron Sr. moved on to become Assistant Branch Manager at First Interstate Bank downtown and was responsible for originating and funding small business loans to local entrepreneurs in the community. Furthermore, Byron’s Grandfather taught in the Religious Studies Department at Chico State from 1968-1999 with Byron’s parents and Byron himself graduating from Chico State respectively. This history and experience has, inspired him to create a concept that is both revolutionary and unique to Chico, while giving back to the community he loves greatly.
Jesse Grigg
CEO/Co-Founder/Owner/Project Manager
Jesse is a 5th Generation Chico local, his ancestors settling here around the same time as the Bidwell’s. He played semi-pro soccer on the local Chico Rooks when in operation and now operates his own construction company & fabrication company bringing an artistic design to many other local establishments throughout downtown Chico. Jesse is passionate about design, highlighting local materials, and his fine eye for detail; seen through his fabrication business, 5th Gen Fab. Jesse’s unique and rich family history inspires him to continue contributing to the development of Chico’s offering in modern times. He is eager & excited to bring a revolutionary new concept to Chico’s evolving industrial zone.
