I'm writing to invite you to join us for the Mid West's largest homebrew contest the weekend of January 25-26, 2008 in St. Paul, Minnesota. The 2007 contest drew nearly 1000 entries from across the country. In 2008 we're awarding more medals and also have more events scheduled around a Belgian beer theme. Highlights include: -Speaker Stan Hieronymous, author of "Brew Like a Monk" -The Brewer's Forum - a Q & A and beer tasting with local pro brewers -The Indoor Pub Crawl - no steenking buses, we bring the beer to you! -Belgian-themed banquet -commemorative beer & glass for all judges & stewards -judging session food for volunteers Visit our web site for more details and to sign up to judge or steward. http://www.mnbrewers.com/events/mashout/ Let me know if you have any questions. I hope to see you at UMMO '08. -- Steve Fletty 2008 Judge Coordinator