Homebrewers of Philadelphia and Suburbs

Wort's Hoppening, June 1997

Date Event
June 14 Beer Philadelphia Radio
An hour of beer talk hosted by Jime Anderson from 10 am to 11 am on WNWR 1540 AM.
June 21 Kevin's 40th Birthday Bash
Join Kevin and Jane at their humble abode in the hills of Manayunk for a wonderful afternoon into evening celebration. These are the HOPS members who got married on a Septa bus so expect something cool! 2pm until whenever. Send e-mail or call Kevin or Jane at 215/428-5528 if you have any questions.
Sixty or so people sweated it out in 90+ (thats 35 for you celsius folks) degree weather but still managed to knock back four corny kegs of homebrew and half a keg of YARDS ESA. Whew! I don't think I'll do that again... Ok, maybe on my next 40th...
June 22 9th Annual HOPS BBQ
Brews & Blues at Mitch's. The biggest party of the year. Not to be missed. Belgian-style beer from one of the best breweries around... Flying Fish! If you've tried their Belgian Dubbel or ESB you know to be here! Newer members--This is you call to get to know us. Bring some dogs, burgers, sausage, steaks, chips, brew, colas, etc.. Feel free to bring a friend. Nothing more nnds to be said. If you get lost call Mitch at 215/745-0710.
Only partially recovered from my birthday bash of the day before, I stumbled out to Mitch's for some of the best bar-b-que in town (the pork was amazing), a keg of ESB from the kind folks at Flying Fish, and a sampling of beers, meads and cider from Joe and Steve. The salads, dips, and deserts were all great (and the cornbread... I love cornbread). I didn't quite have the energy for the croquet and boccie ball. Anyone who loves bbq and hasn't seen Mitch's setup, better not miss the next opportunity.
June 22 4th Annual Buzz-Off Homebrew Competition
AHA sanctioned, entries due June 16th. Location and drop-off points to be announced. Judging at Victory Brewing Co. in Downingtown, PA. E-mail or call Robert Mattie at 610-873-6607 for more info.