Lancaster Brewing Co. to Host ‘Brewing up a Cure for Crohn’s and Colitis’ Event

LANCASTER, PA — Join Lancaster Brewing Company on Wednesday, October 9 as they “Brew up a Cure for Crohn’s and Colitis.”

The Lancaster Brewing Company is donating 20% of all food sales and 100% of every Oktoberfest pint sold to the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America.

Sherrie Eckman, Accountant, will be the guest bartender for the night as she was diagnosed with Crohn’s Disease 8 years ago. “I have made a bold commitment to raise funds to find a cure for this disease,” said Eckman. “Lancaster Brewing Company is not only supporting me but also helping the Foundation to raise money to find a cure.”

Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis affect one in every 200 people daily. A champion for 1.4 million Americans, Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America strives to inspire, instill hope, and create a community which empowers patients. For more information on Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America, visit www.ccfa.org.

Lancaster Brewing Company will be hosting this event at both the Lancaster and Harrisburg locations.

About the Lancaster Brewing Company

Since 1995 Lancaster Brewing Company has brewed over 22 different craft beers in the heart of Lancaster County. Their Brewmaster, Bill Moore, has a strong commitment to quality and uses advanced brewing techniques to produce high-quality craft beer. Lancaster Brewing Company has been voted “Lancaster’s Favorite Brewery” by Lancaster’s 2013 Readers Choice Awards. Lancaster Brewing Company was also awarded during the 2013 World Beer Championship. Lancaster K├Âlsch received a gold medal earning the title “Exceptional” and Lancaster Brewing Pale Ale received a silver medal and is “highly recommended.”

For more information on the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation, visit www.ccfa.org. For more information about Lancaster Brewing Company, visit www.lancasterbrewing.com or call 717-391-6258. Operating Hours for the Lancaster location are Sunday-Thursday: 11:30 a.m. – Midnight, and Friday-Saturday: 11:30 a.m. – 2:00 a.m. Follow LBC on Twitter @LancasterBrew and become a fan on Facebook.