For the 12th consecutive year, St. Paul's Catholic Church is opening its doors to everyone in the community for its annual Oktoberfest celebration.
The festivities will be Saturday from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the church, 202 E. Washington St., and will feature a variety of music, food, drinks and more for the entire family.
"It is a great event with amazing food, drinks and a festive environment for the whole family. The proceeds go to help support the youth activities of our parish and to various charities throughout our community. This is a Knights of Columbus fundraiser," spokesman Matt Welker told The Putnam County Post.
On the menu this year are: ribeye sandwiches, brats, burgers, pork burgers, sauerkraut, peppers and onions, homemade corndogs, hot German potato salad, homemade desserts and local kettle popcorn, as well as a wide variety of domestic, national and local craft beers and wine.
In addition, there will be an obstacle course bounce house and games for kids, and pull tabs, blackjack booth, number wheel game, horse racing game and raffle tickets for adults.
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