A little midday rain didn’t dampen the mood at the Lakes Brew Fest last Saturday at Casco Days Fair Grounds. Hundreds turned out to taste Maine’s finest brews. Of the 12 brewers who participated this year, Bray’s Brew Pub in Naples won People’s Choice for Best Beer, and Blacksmith’s Winery in Casco won People’s Choice for Best Wine. Here are some highlights from the event. Photos by photojournalist Megan Booth.
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Tami Hathaway at the beer pull for People’s Choice award-winning Bray’s Brew Pub in Naples.
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Bridgton Lion’s Club serves up hamburgers and hotdogs to beer enthusiasts at Lakes Brew Fest.
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Balloon artist Lanna Lee Maheux shows off one of her “beer mug” balloons.
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Bill Lamb and Sue Rivet at tasting table for Atlantic Brewing Company from Bar Harbor.
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Sebago Brewing Company serves up Boathouse Browns and amber Roundabout Reds brews.
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Matthew Bye and Ross Emerson talk about Blacksmith’s award-winning wines with a participant of the Lakes Brew Fest.
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Nick and Patricia from Blackhorse Tavern in Bridgton prepare homemade gumbo and chili for Lakes Brew Fest.
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