Lebo Brew Fest Raises $18K

Mt. Lebanon Magazine reported Monday that Saturday's 2nd Annual Brew Fest raised $18,000 for the Mt. Lebanon Veterans Memorial.

"The money's been counted, and, hooray, we cleared $18,000 for the Veterans Memorial at Brew Fest," was posted on the magazine's Facebook page Monday. "Great weather. Great time. Thanks to the distributors who brought an unbelievable selection of cool beers. Also thanks to Howard Hanna, First Commonwealth, Bado's, The Saloon, Uptown Rhythm and Brass, Louis Anthony Jewelers, Rollier's, and everyone else who donated time, services and money to such a worthwhile cause."

On a perfect fall evening, more than 500 area residents relished sampling craft beers from local breweries.

Raffle tickets sold for a chance to win a $7,700 Steamboat Springs getaway, a $500 Weber gas grill from Rollier's and a $550 John Hardy bracelet set from Louis Anthony Jewelers. 

East End Brewing, Duquesne, Frank Fuhrer and Wilson-McGinley were among breweries that attended. As for labels, there were some lights, some darks, seasonals, a cider and some craft beers, too. Magic Hat, Great Lakes and Duck-Rabbit, just to name a few.

"We couldn't be more pleased with the turnout and the enthusiasm that the community has shown," said memorial committee member J.W. Stehle. "When you combine good local beers and residents who are willing to back a meaningful cause, you're bound to see great results."