T.R.A.S.H. Homebrewers

TRASH members Don Tomino, Armand Houle, Chris Meta, and Keith Kost participated in the 2008 Beer and Sweat keg
only homebrew competition sponsored by the Bloatarian Brewing League of Cincinnati Ohio. These brewers combined
to have eleven entries place in the competition. Here are the results:

Brewing powerhouse Keith Kost scored first place for his Smoked Robust Porter with Jalapenos and habeneros; Second
place entries for IPA, Weizen, American Barleywine, and Classic Rauchbier; A third place entry for Dusseldorf Altbier;
and Honorable Mentions for Belgian Blond with Sour Cherries and Bourbon Barrel Belgian Dark Strong. Keith was also
the recipient of the “Corny Award”.

Armand Houle scored a first with an APA and a Second with a Belgian Trippel.

Don Tomino scored a first place with his Blonde Ale with Cherries (is this the one from the July meeting?).

Congratulations to all our TRASH winners. I asked if there were any photos from this event but I think what happens in
Cincy stays on Cincy!

At the August meeting (as reported in July’s ‘Can) the members of TRASH discussed the raising of meeting fees from the current ten dollars to fifteen dollars. The debate was very cordial I'm happy to report with both sides of the issue being represented.

In these days of higher prices it is getting increasingly difficult for the taverns, resturants, and even members' homes to provide the hearty fare historically provided at monthly meetings. To that end, a motion was put forth that meeting fees be increased. Dissenters offered that a higher meeting assessment may scare off both existing and prospective members. Proponents of the motion offered that even the proposed increase, a TRASH meeting would still ve far cheaper than a typical outing to enjoy great beer and food (not to mention the stimulating conversation!).

A vote was taken and it was decided that meeting fees will be $10.00 through 2008 (not including the Christmas Party). Starting in January 2008 the meeting fees will be $15 per person, Thanks to all who particiapted in this important club business.

Mark your calendars for the annual TRASH Picnic at Bennet Acres Camp Ground in Burgetstown, just down the road from Post-Gazette Pavilion.

Picnic Chairman Peter Kozlowski gave us a quick rundown at the July meeting. More information will be available at the August meeting and next month’s TRASH Can.

Our friends at Construction Junction will be sponsoring the “Steel City Big Pour” again this year. The date will be September 13th and the location will be at the Construction Junction’s location at 214 North Lexington Street in Pittsburgh.