Misinterpretations 
Hotel annex? IER
Pitcher of milk? ELSIE [Borden spokescow]
Theme: common phrases reinterpreted
Outdo other guests seeking a party drink? BEATTOTHEPUNCH
Order one so-so ice cream drink? GETAFAIRSHAKE
Activate a dispenser for a fruit drink? TURNONTHEJUICE
Whence a front yard growl DOGHOUSE [Ever see one in the front yard? I’m sure it’s been done somewhere sometime, but I’d eliminate “front.”]
I enjoyed the several other interesting clues and entries.RATING:
Three grins = Loved it; Two grins = Enjoyed it; One grin = A bit bland for my taste; One teardrop = Not much fun
