Oktoberfest comes to Standard

Justin Seward
Times Reporter

 

Standard is bringing back Oktoberfest as a part of a fundraiser for the East Wheatland School that is expected to meet completion in September 2016.
“There hasn’t been an Oktoberfest done in the community for quite a while,” said Sherri Skidbstad, organizer of the Oct. 30 event. “We’re hoping if it goes well that we could make it an annual event and get the alumni and past graduates back.”
There will be no shortage of entertainment and festivities throughout the evening, with the Tim Hortons Brier staple the Chevelles music, while beer kegs and steins will be in full swing for people to enjoy.
“We’re looking forward to high energy, a lot of fun and excitement,” said Skibstad.
The event had 350 tickets and roughly half of them have sold. The deadline to purchase your tickets will be Oct. 26
Tickets are $50, which includes a meal and a dance. For those interested in just the dance, tickets are $25, with proceeds going to the bleachers in the new school.
Oktoberfest will take place on Oct. 30 at the Standard Community Hall with the doors opening at 5:30 p.m. and the dance will be from 8 p.m. until midnight.
People can contact Lisa Armstrong at armstronggilr@gmail.com or on her cell at 403-934-1647 or at home 403-787-2339 for tickets.