From Elkins: Rt. The East Prospect Fire Company, 11 Ridge Avenue, is offering fastnachts from noon to 6 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 27, from 4-8 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 28, and from 6-9 a.m. and 4-7 p.m. on Tuesday, March 1. But I kept going, propelled up the mountain by thoughts of the unique Mardi Gras foods and festivities that awaited me in an improbable-seeming Swiss village at top. Helvetia's Fasnacht is observed on the Saturday before the start of the Christian period of Lent. This pre-lenten masquerade ball boasts fatty foods and traditional music as revelers scare away Old Man Winter. Nat Geo Expeditions. 20 South 12 miles to WV Wildlife Center, turn left onto Alexander/Helvetia Road. "Ladies would have a big white apron and they would roll this dough out and press them over their knee to make them real thin," says Betler. Pat Jarrett for NPR Helvetia, like Fasnacht itself, has Swiss roots. Kuykendall, who is originally from Moorefield, said Fasnacht is a great opportunity to reunite with many of his friends from West Virginia. Swiss immigrants brought this celebration to Helvetia in the 19th century. This years events were moved outdoors as a Covid-19 precaution. No reservations are required, but the staff suggests you leave plenty of time to make it to the lampion parade because it gets very crowded. The Helvetia General Store is also home to a Fasnacht mask museum. Swiss immigrants brought this celebration to Helvetia in the 19th century. Dine in Randolph County The Htte Restaurant Beander's Restaurant & Tavern Vintage Restaurant & Wine Bar More Dining Sleep Dave Whipp, Clara Lehmann and Heidi Arnett look over the Helvetia Community Hall ahead of the Fasnacht festival. Take Rt. Saturday afternoon features food, beverages, and open mic music in the Star Band (Red) Hall, a buffet at the Hutte restaurant, and browsing in the local shops. It's washed down with ice cold local beer (made by Mailloux's grandson, who co-owns Mountain State Brewing Co. in Morgantown) served in frosted ceramic beer steins. As the evening winds on, you find yourself enthralled by the musicians, the dancing and the artists, Kuykendall said. Additional fastnachts will be available Mondays and Wednesdays for the next three weeks, with the last baking coming on March 23. We all wear many hats in this community.. While many revelers on Saturday said they were relieved to see the tradition return, some described a sense of urgency in their desire to experience what may be West Virginias most unusual community celebration. It takes a small group of dedicated volunteers several days to get the town ready for an influx of Fasnacht revelers. Community Hall. Winds SW at 10 to 20 mph.. It's the season where Almost Heaven comes alive. When it comes to getting information about visiting the Elkins-Randolph County area its easier than ever to stay connected. As is often the case, the plan to chase off cold weather seems likely to fail. Watoga je dugaak put od prvih koraka izvan trezora 76, ali kao glavno sredite grada, moda se isplati. Two vendors at Central Market, 34 W. Philadelphia St., will be offering fastnachts for sale on Tuesday, March 1. There are veal and pork bratwurst, homemade sausage, sauerkraut, parsley potatoes, green beans cooked in pork fat, peach cobbler and homemade bread with baby Swiss cheese. Defined by its rivers and lush forests, this region in southern West Virginia has some of the most spectacular outdoor recreation. Wood for the bonfire must be collected. Visitors lined up to peek inside a log cabin decorated with artifacts from some of Helvetias original settlers. On Saturday evening, I found myself in a white-out blizzard, driving up steep and curvy West Virginia back roads. 4 East (toward Rock Cave). Clara Lehmann talks about the history of Fasnacht at the Hutte restaurant in Helvetia, which is owned by several members of her family. Miller's Country Market, located at 1140 Abbottstown Pike, will have plain, powdered sugar, regular sugar, and glazed fastnachts available at the store on Fastnacht Day, March 1. 1990 - Charles A. Tad Claypool 33rd. Did you know that West Virginia has its own version of Mardi Gras? (Right) Refreshments, including Fasnacht donuts, were served at the Masked Ball at the Community Hall. There are the Cheese Haus and Beekeeper Inn, and the town's only restaurant The Hutte (pronounced HOO-tay) which serves traditional Swiss-German fare. West Virginia (population 30), in 1922. U igri se nalazi u umskoj regiji. (Her grandmother advised a nip of bourbon for extra crispness.). (Left) Sauerkraut and sausage (foreground) cook on the stove at the Hutte Restaurant. (Right) Refreshments, including Fasnacht donuts, were served at the Masked Ball at the Community Hall. Pre-orders will not be accepted this year, and customers are limited to eight dozen. Masks displayed inside the Helvetia General Store, the only store in town. The Dutch Maid Bakery has fastnachts available at both of its locations - along Kutztown Road in Temple and at the Fairgrounds Farmers Market. Covid killed the community spirit, he said. Htte, a traditional Swiss restaurant, serves bratwurst, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese and potatoes. The prettiest girl gets on the shoulders of the tallest man and cuts down the effigy of Old Man Winter that is hanging in the middle of the room. Dutch-Maid Bakery. The warming effect is not immediate and visitors should wear plenty of clothing so they can enjoy the outdoor activities. Saturday afternoon features food, beverages, and open mic music in the Star Band (Red) Hall, a buffet at the Hutte restaurant, and browsing in the local shops. Mountains of food from bratwursts to hozablatz (rectangular fried dough with powdered sugar) must be prepared. Decorations must be put up, the community halls and bed and breakfasts must be prepared. You can begin ordering fastnachts online as early as Feb. 7 by clicking here. For Fasnacht, the restaurant serves a special "best of" sampler plate itself a blend of Swiss and Appalachian culinary traditions, with some uniquely Hutte creations mixed in. The village was settled in the 19th century by Swiss and German immigrants, and the buildings feature traditional Swiss architecture. Gracies Amazing Pantry, located inside the door at the market's Beaver St. entrance, will also take orders at the stand, through email (graciespantry@yahoo.com), or by phone (717-669-8555). The sale will begin at 2 a.m. Saturday (yes, you read that correctly) and will last until supplies run out sometime late Sunday afternoon, organizers say. Helvetia, a community of just 85 people, has hosted Fasnacht for more than half a century. Pat Jarrett for NPR Partly cloudy. If you'd like to have your Fastnacht location included in the list, send the information to news@fox43.com. 1992 - Robert E. Gene Walls. Given the rural nature of the village, there are no ATMs and the nearest gas station is in Pickens, WV, five miles south of Helvetia. In the later part of the evening, a parade featuring large, often frightening, artistic masks travels from the Red Hall to the Community Hall where the costumes are judged and a square dance begins. Couples square dance at the foot of the Old Man Winter effigy hanging at the center of the Community Hall. The restaurant scene goes well beyond its West Virginia roots. Some attendees carried candles and lanterns as they marched through town. Held on the day before Ash Wednesday, Fastnacht Day marks when the Pennsylvania Dutch made doughnuts to use up the lard, sugar, butter, and eggs on hand before Lent. Kumbrabow State Forest sits on top of Rich Mountain along Allegheny Highlands' western edge. It's the tiny mountain hamlet of Helvetia in Randolph County, a small West Virginia town that fully embraces its European heritage. If she isn't writing, hiking, teaching, or gardening, Cristy is probably busy enjoying a good book and a big bowl of ice cream. Helvetia: The Swiss of West Virginia Augusta Heritage Center of Davis & Elkins College 433K views 1 year ago Mix - So I Experienced the Real Fasnacht Event at Helvetia West Virginia &. Randolph County, a small West Virginia town that fully embraces its European heritage. Witness the historic and charming Alpine-style buildings some of which date to the town's founding. Revelers burn Old Man Winter at the conclusion of last years Fasnacht. Call (717) 252-2540 or visit www.flinchbaughsorchard.com to place an order at least 24 hours before the pre-pickup date. Escape the churn and burn of the daily routine and hit the road this summer. Thank you! The Hutte is the lone restaurant in Helvetia, W.Va. Follow signs 20 miles to Helvetia. Please Preorder by February 21st - we will have a limited amount of fastnachts available for day of sale during our pick-up times. But Fasnacht couldnt happen without a team of dedicated volunteers. Pat Jarrett for NPR An email message containing instructions on how to reset your password has been sent to the e-mail address listed on your account. He said he always looks forward to seeing the people of Helvetia again, too. Mask Judging and Masquerade Ball. Alcohol and soft drinks cost extra. Daniel Valentine in a Vault Boy costume from the online video game Fallout 76. Country Breeze Farm Market, located at 5039 Molly Pitcher Highway, will have a limited number of traditional and glazed fastnachts on hand on March 1. A mix of clouds and sun. But my grandmother always used powdered sugar. The Community Fire Company of Seven Valleys, located at 35 Main St., is offering homemade fastnachts, but they must be pre-ordered. (Right) Eleanor Betler It occurs on the Saturday before Ash Wednesday and is likened to Mardi Gras. And then there are the quirky dishes like curried chicken and clove-pickled pineapple legacies of Hutte founder Eleanor Mailloux's travels in the East. Supplies are limited. Fasnacht is the most famous city and canton in Switzerland's Basel Stadt. Beginner level. Couples square dance at the foot of the Old Man Winter effigy hanging at the center of the Community Hall. It has its roots in the Swiss Winterfest. Attendees celebrating along theupper Trout Run stream. A crowd gathers in the Star Band Hall for live music and refreshments at last years Fasnacht. In many parts of Switzerland, carnival or Fasnacht season is held in February and March. From ATV excursions in small towns to scenic drives across the state, West Virginia is made for everyone. Someone needs to remind the sheriff to do a patrol or two through town that night just to be on the safe side. There are only a handful of people available to prepare for the festivities, said Clara Lehmann, who volunteers at the Hutte restaurant during Fasnacht. Did you know that West Virginia has its own version of Mardi Gras. The lard should be hot enough for fast frying. Fasnacht 2016 - Helvetia, West Virginia - YouTube 0:00 / 3:45 Fasnacht 2016 - Helvetia, West Virginia 8,397 views Feb 16, 2016 A short compilation from this years Fasnacht - an attempt to. The first thing that strikes you when you go is this interesting and untouched by time sort of quality you find in the town, he said. (Left) Warm light spills from the Helvetia Star Band Hall, aka, the Red Hall. To order, call or text Amy at (717) 318-6803. Whether you prefer a luxury retreat at a world-class resort or a rustic campsite stay under starry night skies, West Virginia has accommodations for every type of traveler. Schedule to arrive on February 10, First introduced in early 2019, Fasnacht Day mirrors the real-life celebration (which is held in many places, as well as Helvetia, West Virginia), and provides . Pre-orders are available here. Fasnacht - Saturday before Fat Tuesday Ramp Supper - Last Saturday in April Cemetery Decoration - Sunday before Father's Day Weekend Follow Your Bliss Festival - Weekend after Father's Day Swiss National Holiday - Saturday closest to August 1 Helvetia Community Fair - Second full weekend in September Town Meeting - First Sunday in November If the spread is above 20% the week of our celebration, we may cancel given our elderly community and the fact that our volunteers may be more limited. To learn more about Fasnacht, including when, where, and how you can attend this end-of-February event yourself, visit Randolph Countys tourism website here. There are a few things to consider as you make your travel plans. Fasnacht. Starting in the afternoon, you will be able to join in jam sessions, listen to the sound of community coming together to eat and be merry, or browse through the local shops and mask museum. Fasnacht Day, otherwise known as Fasnacht Parade, is a seasonal public event in Fallout 76, introduced in the Wild Appalachia update . When golden, turn and brown on other side. Less than three hours outside Roanoke, this stretch of West Virginia is unlike anything youve ever seen before. Plain, glazed, or cinnamon sugar fastnachts are $10 per dozen or $6 per half-dozen. Get more stories delivered right to your email. Morgantown artist Gabe Dewitt first went to Fasnacht three years ago. Swiss for 'fasting night,' Fasnacht is celebrated in Helvetia just before Fat Tuesday. 3:00 p.m. 8:00 p.m. Open mic and food. hide caption. Warm start to March before the next wintry mess on Friday! Its different from what we normally do, Lehmann said. Customers can come to the church's drive-thru to have Fastnachts delivered directly to their car. Visit their gift shop, science center or take a tour of the telescopes. FASNACHT SCHEDULE: Saturday, February 25, 2017. In the. He said they plan to return this weekend. Follow signs 20 miles to Helvetia. Swiss for 'fasting night,' Fasnacht is celebrated in Helvetia just before Fat Tuesday. We suggest you download maps to your mobile or follow the directions below. Fasnacht @ Helvetia February 22, 2020 @ 3:00 pm - 11:30 pm The town of Helvetia embraces its Swiss culture by celebrating the end of winter and start of Lent by burning Old Man Winter at Fasnacht this Saturday. 2 Drive thru pickup times:Monday, February 28th from 5-7pmTuesday, March 1st from 5:30am - 9am. Holy Trinity Catholic Church, located at 409 Cherry St., will begin selling fastnachts on Monday, Feb. 28, Tuesday, March 1, and Wednesday, March 2. Masks like these are on display throughout the small village at hangouts like the Hutte. (An effigy is a crude model of a person or thing, usually someone or something that is disliked.) The wonder of winter in West Virginia is filled with untouched fallen snow, scrapes of skates along fresh ice and snow-capped mountain views you have to see to believe. Fasnacht is the pre-lenten burning of Old Man Winter. Follow signs 20 miles to Helvetia. OnlyInYourState may earn compensation through affiliate links in this article. Fasnacht - Elkins-Randolph County Tourism All Events This event has passed. This year, Fasnacht took place on February 10. The Hutte restaurant is a popular hangout at Fasnacht. They would pull a small piece of dough into a very thin patch. Also, visit. Foliaged Turret Set Taxidermy Tinker's Workbench Click here to stay informed and subscribe to the Mountain States Trusted News Source. Preorder a dozen or more fastnachts (A mix of powdered sugar and glazed supplied via Bird-in-Hand Bakery). Cemetery Decoration - Sunday before Fathers Day Weekend, Follow Your Bliss Festival - Weekend after Fathers Day, Swiss National Holiday - Saturday closest to August 1, Helvetia Community Fair - Second full weekend in September, Thanksgiving Dinner - Fourth Thursday in November, Feast of Saint Nicholas Day - Saturday closest to December 5, (listed chronologically - see our Community Calendar for specific dates), Maple Syrup Festival - Third weekend in March, Ramp Supper - Third or fourth Saturday in April, Pickens School Alumni/Senior Banquet - Saturday before Mothers Day, Cemetery Decoration - Sunday of Fathers Day Weekend. Rushing waterfalls. Masquerade donations appreciated ($10 per adult suggested) includes entry into masked party, light refreshments, toy prize for the children, and attendance to bonfire for the burning of Old Man Winter. How dangerous was the Ohio chemical train derailment? On February 25, 2017 Roh will abide by the Fasnacht mantra of letting go, wear his 25th Fasnacht mask and reveal a little bit about himself. Its an inevitable result of technology and progress.. At the stroke of midnight, he's hoisted from the rafters and thrown on the awaiting bonfire to the jeers and songs of the revelers. Contact the parish office at 717-272-4412 for additional information. Take Rt. That mentality remains pervasive throughout Helvetia, where everyone knows the best masks and doughnuts are homemade, the best signs are hand-painted, and snowstorms in below-freezing temperatures can't snuff out the warmth of Fasnacht. Mike Costello and Amy Dawson of Lost Creek, W.Va., in their homemade masks at the Fasnacht festival in Helvetia on Sunday.CreditLuke Sharrett for The New York Times. Contents 1 Quick walkthrough 2 Detailed walkthrough 3 Rewards 4 Quest stages 5 Notes 5.1 Availability 5.1.1 Delays 6 Bugs 7 Behind the scenes 8 Gallery 9 References Quick walkthrough Event quest: Fasnacht Day And while the fashion in which we celebrate is changing, the meaning is not. Temple. The town of Helvetia embraces its Swiss culture by celebrating the end of winter and start of Lent by burning Old Man Winter at Fasnacht. Online sales will last until supplies run out. Its all waiting for you this summer in Almost Heaven. As a subscriber, you have 10 gift articles to give each month. WVU faculty weigh in on aftermath of chemical spill, Clay County native honored by FBI for accomplishments as Assistant U.S. Attorney, Chocolate chemistry explained by a food scientist, Sweets with a Swiss twist for Valentine's Day, Ask an expert: 7 most common questions about automatic home generators, One A Day: Small Daily Acts of Self-Care Go a Long Way to Health. Winds SW at 5 to 10 mph. Mothman Sculpture Lamp. It occurs on the Saturday before Ash Wednesday and is likened to Mardi Gras. Owing to both this seclusion and the continuous preservation efforts of determined locals, Helvetia has retained much of its Swiss character and traditions over the years. 8:00 p.m. 8:15 p.m. Lampion (candlelight) parade Star Band Hall to Community Hall. Fastnachts are available plain, powdered or glazed, and cost $6 per half-dozen. Dave Whipp is one of a handful of volunteers that make Fasnacht happen every year. Then they gather at a local restaurant, light colorful lanterns, and walk to the community hall, where they parade around the dance floor as their masks are judged. 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. Then the square dance begins, with a handmade, stuffed effigy of Old Man Winter looming over the dance floor. Evening headlines from the Charleston Gazette-Mail, The latest in travel and recreation around West Virginia, The daily opinion newsletter from the Charleston Gazette-Mail. For more information about this event, visitwww.helvetiawv.com, Copyright 2023 West Virginia Department of Tourism. $10 per person. 20 South 12 miles to WV Wildlife Center, turn left onto Alexander/Helvetia Road. Fasnacht - Helvetia, West Virginia. And while the fashion in which we celebrate is changing, the meaning is not. Click #isupportlocal for more information on supporting our local journalists. The dancing and firelight may add to the magic of Fasnacht, but it's the hearty Swiss food that serves as the festival centerpiece. The Lafayette Fire Company located at 63 Lafayette Way, is holding its 3rd Annual Fastnacht for Fastnachts Event to help celebrate Fastnacht Day and to help us remember one of our greatest community servants, Jan Fassnacht. The focus of the holiday in Helvetia is also on scaring away winter. Her vision: an event that combined the traditional Swiss pre-Lenten festivities of Fasnacht (meaning "the night before the fast") with the Swiss rite of spring holiday, SechelIauten all carried out with a homemade Helvetia flair. We will be monitoring COVID percentages across the state. Eleanor Betler makes two of the traditional versions served at the Fasnacht square dance rosettes and hozablatz. Once fried, they're covered with sugar and served. Ovo je jo jedna stvarna lokacija, na neki nain. New Hope Ministries steps up amid end of extra SNAP benefits, Explaining graupel: A more uncommon type of wintry precipitation, Fassnacht fundraiser benefits cancer research, prevention initiatives, Fasnacht Day: A 90 year tradition at a Columbia, Lancaster County church. They dance until midnight, when the fiddler announces it is time to burn Old Man Winter. He said he was struck by the quaintness of the village and the kindness of the people there. Example video title will go here for this video. 10:00 a.m. 7:00 p.m. Helvetia Mask Museum and General Store are Open in Kultur Haus Helvetia. But in the late 1960s, Eleanor Mailloux, co-founder of the Hutte, restored the holiday as a public celebration and a lure to attract wintertime tourists to the secluded town. Holy Sprit Lutheran Church, located at 3131 Columbia Ave., will hold its annual sale from 2-7 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 28 and from 6 a.m. to 1 p.m. (or until sold out) on Tuesday, March 1. . 2022 - Gary Strawsburg. The Fasnacht celebration in Helvetia, W.Va., draws revelers who soak in the Swiss culture and burn Old Man Winter in effigy. Festivalgoers both locals and dozens, if not hundreds of tourists then proceed in a masked, lamp-lit parade from one of the town's community dance halls to the other. It culminated in a parade through the streets of the village, led by an effigy of Old Man Winter, which was then thrown atop a raging bonfire, in an effort to hasten the coming of spring. hide caption. Charleston, WV (25301) Today. Chuck came to Dayton and at age 27 he started his own plumbing and . Chance of rain 100%. Toys, snacks, and dancing. Its the tiny mountain hamlet of Helvetia in Taylor Kuykendall, 27, a journalist who lives in Charlottesville, Va., met his girlfriend at Fasnacht two years ago. The confections are traditionally Swiss, but much like the food served at the Hutte, have taken on their own Helvetia flavor over the years. Go 6 miles through Rock Cave to the WV Wildlife Center, turn right on the Alexander/Helvetia Road. Your account has been registered, and you are now logged in. Take Rt. The peace and solitude of Almost Heaven is just an overnight stay away. - More info : Preorders are encouraged by calling the main Ric's Bread store. Create a password that only you will remember. hide caption. We will enjoy fatty foods, listen to our beloved Helvetia Star Band, wear homemade masks to scare away Covidahem, I meanOld Man Winter, parade with lampions, and burn an effigy of the Old Man in hopes for a healthy and happy spring. Flinchbaugh's Orchards & Farm Market, located at 110 Ducktown Road, will have plain, powdered, glazed, and sugar fastnachts available on Feb. 24-26 and on March 3-5. Pre-orders are recommended, and the deadline to pre-order is Feb. 25. The town of Helvetia embraces its Swiss culture by celebrating the end of winter and start of Lent by burning Old Man Winter at Fasnacht this Saturday. hide caption. Some even sleep in their cars. What's the difference?' Follow signs 20 miles to Helvetia. But here we are, recovering.. We won't share it with anyone else. Pat Jarrett for NPR Go 6 miles through Rock Cave to the WV Wildlife Center, turn right on the Alexander/Helvetia Road. Town historian Eleanor Betler, who has lived in Helvetia for 54 years, says, "Food is a very important part of any Helvetia event, because when you come at least an hour from any large town, you want food! Reach Life editor Billy Wolfe at life@dailymailwv.com or 304-348-4830. High 78F. Cost is $3.25 per half-dozen and $6.25 per dozen. It's what really brings people here.". Wildflower hikes. Low 56F. The coronavirus pandemic forced its cancellation last year the first since 1967 making this years celebration all the more sweet. Anyone can read what you share. Have you heard tell of West Virginias Swiss village? Helvetia, a small Swiss village in the mountains of West Virginia, hosts Fasnacht, a pre-lenten burning of Old Man Winter, on the Saturday before Ash Wednesday. Fastnachts canbe picked up from 7-9 a.m. or 3-5 p.m. ONLY on Tuesday, March 1. Fasnacht Day 2022 is tomorrow: 10 places in Lancaster County to preorder, buy fasnachts It's almost time for Lancaster County's favorite pastry-themed holiday, Fasnacht Day. Saubel's Markets previews Fastnacht Day in the FOX43 Kitchen. 8:15 p.m. 11:00 p.m. The celebration included Swiss folk songs, tiny Swiss flags and paper lanterns. (Left) Warm light spills from the Helvetia Star Band Hall, aka, the Red Hall. We only ask that you participate with care and with public health in mind as our aging community needs lots of tenderness these days. February 27, 2023 Faces of Fasnacht Local News Feb 21, 2023 Lori Smith The Inter-Mountain The Inter-Mountain photo by Lori Smith Creative masks some of them funny, some scary and all unique were on display Saturday as the town of Helvetia hosted the 56th Fasnacht Festival. It's also where the feasting begins on Fasnacht. Fasnacht 1 W Main Street, Helvetia, WV 26224 304-924-6435 Website https://www.facebook.com/Fasnacht-Helvetia-WV-1216832358409337/?ref=br_rs The town of Helvetia embraces its Swiss culture by celebrating the end of winter and start of Lent by burning Old Man Winter at Fasnacht. 1995 - Terry Fasnacht. Naybr Don blended in with the forest in his leaf mask. Often called the Mardi Gras of West Virginia, Fasnacht is Helvetias way of saying good riddance to winter. : I-79N to Flatwoods (Exit 67). Welcome to spring in West Virginia. Though its roots are religious, the modern incarnation is decidedly secular. "They said it should be thin enough to be able to read a newspaper through it." See photos of the Fasnacht festival in Helvetia, West Virginia, in this American Festivals Project travel photo gallery from National Geographic. Choose wisely! At one time, Fasnacht was a quiet event marked in the private homes of Helvetia. (Right) Eleanor Betler. The period before Ash Wednesday is celebrated in New Orleans and elsewhere as Mardi Gras, but in Helvetia, West Virginia, the local people celebrate Fasnacht. 9,474 acres of forest at more than 3,000 feet above sea level, it is West Virginias highest state forest. You have permission to edit this article. York. See also: Remembering the matriarch of Helvetia (with video). The Hutte, housed in an Alpine chalet painted bright gold and adorned with Swiss flags and hand-printed coats of arms, is situated, like a beacon to the village, at the town's only intersection. 1991 - William Harris. Whether you go for yours with powdered sugar, molasses, glazed, or just plain, here are some of the many places across Central Pennsylvania where you can find some fastnachts to chow down on. 11:00 a.m. 8:00 p.m. Sampler plate served all day. Es wird gelacht und gehandelt. 7:30 p.m. Kids Mask Judging at Community Hall. : Rt. 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