Bulldog Brewing at Richards craft fair

Along with more than 80 other vendors, Bulldog Brewing will participate in the fall craft fair at Richards High School, 10601 S. Central Avenue, on Saturday, October 26 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Bulldog Brewing sells coffee, hot chocolate, tea and apple cider to staff members and students. Managed by faculty members Kelly Fleming and Marie Bernier, this year Bulldog Brewing expanded its operation to make thermal mugs with logos of colleges and universities.

Sales from Bulldog Brewing support the Special Education Department. But it’s not just about making money.

The increased social interaction and application of skills through consumer sales carries great meaning for special education students.

Ultimately the special education students who staff Bulldog Brewing will hopefully learn to live as independently as possible.

And that means finding a job.

Through their experiences in Bulldog Brewing they apply math skills and enhance their vocational and social skills.

When math teacher Haneen Alzoubi (pictured in this gallery) saw her new mug featuring the St. Xavier University logo, she was delighted.

“I truly love their little business,” she said.

The mugs, each custom made, cost $20 apiece.

“The community can order them. However, it may take us about a week to complete them. We are ordering the cups as orders come in so we do not have a surplus of supplies before we cut and place the vinyl,” said teacher Kelly Fleming, who manages Bulldog Brewing.

Bulldog Brewing offers Dunkin’ Donuts, Starbucks, and Cinnabon coffees for just $2 per cup. Hot Chocolate, Tea and Apple Cider are also available for non-coffee drinkers. They sell oatmeal, Clif Bars, granola bars and protein bars as snacks.

“We have a few deals for our loyal customers. We have a Bulldog cup that may be purchased for $20 and you receive a free drink. We have punch cards available to buy five drinks and get one free or buy five snacks and get one free,” Fleming said.