05/08/2026
Check out this amazing week of events the last week of May for a great cause. ๐๐
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A letter from our founder, Richard Dickmann.
Dear Friends,
My name is Richard Dickmann, and I am the founder of Smoke Justis in Covington, Kentucky. As a close friend of the late John Brucato, the founding coach of the Bellarmine men's and women's swim teams, I've seen first-hand how ALS impacts families.
After stepping down from his role in 2023 due to his battle with ALS, John passed away last year - a tremendous loss to all who knew him. His courage and spirit in the face of this devastating disease left a lasting impression on everyone around him.
Back in 2005, I lost another dear friend after their seven-year battle with ALS. Over the past 30 years, I've watched too many friends, family members, and customers see their loved ones struggle with this devastating disease.
As the owner of both Smoke Justis and Dickmann's Sports Barn, I've decided to do what I can to help those in our community with ALS โ and I need your support.
I'm proud to announce that for the third year, Smoke Justis is hosting our community fundraiser, Que4Care, with all proceeds directly supporting local ALS patients in our tri-state area.
Our week-long event includes a few events:
Sippin' 4 Lou Happy Hours
(May 26th-29th)
A BBQ Street Party
(May 30th)
Signature Bourbon Dinner
(June 1st)
Walk4ALS to GABP
(June 2nd)
Since Smoke Justis was named after local baseball legend Walter "Smoke" Justis and specializes in smoked meat and bourbon, we're bringing together three perfect elements: Baseball, BBQ, and bourbon. The event coincides with Lou Gehrig Day to raise money for ALS โ a disease that still has no cure.
The centerpiece of our fundraiser is our BBQ Street Party on Saturday, May 30th. You can purchase meal tickets on our website.
It's going to be an incredible day of community fun with amazing food, live music with 3 awesome bands, and views of the Cincinnati Skyline and Roebling Bridge.
Also, on Monday, June 2, we're gathering 400+ people to walk over the Roebling Bridge to Great American Ballpark with hand-written signs honoring those who have fought and are currently fighting the disease.
Imagine 400+ people crossing the John A. Roebling Bridge to the ballpark, carrying signs honoring loved ones affected by ALS - a powerful show of solidarity with current fighters and those we've lost, while raising awareness for finding a cure.
Afterwards, we're filling up sections 141-142 (right field) as the Reds take on the Royals at 7:10 on MLB's Lou Gehrig Day.
Please consider helping by sponsoring, making a reservation, or donating directly through our event page. Your support means everything to past, present, and future ALS patients who are hoping for a cure.
Thank you from the bottom of my heart,
Richard Dickmann
Founder of Smoke Justis
More info / tickets:
https://www.que4care.com/