Name: Trunktoberfest 2026
Start: 2026-10-23T18:30:00-07:00
Location: First Lutheran Church

First Lutheran Church

It's time for First Lutheran Church &amp; Circle of Love Preschool's annual TRUNKTOBERFEST!
What is Trunktoberfest? Great question!
Trunktoberfest is our annual family-friendly combination of our beloved Trunk-or-Treat &amp; Oktoberfest events along with our annual ministry-wide service event to support Lutheran Social Services to stock their pantry before Thanksgiving. 
What to expect from Trunktoberfest 2026:
<ul><li>FREE Admission (donations are accepted to help cover the costs of the event)</li><li>FREE Oktoberfest themed food</li><li>Beer &amp; Wine (available for sale: cash &amp; zelle/card)</li><li>Trick-or-Treating</li><li>Crafts &amp; Games</li><li>Music &amp; Singing</li><li>Costume Parade</li><li>Cake Walks (win a free sweet treat)</li><li>Annual Stein Holding Competition</li><li>And more!</li></ul>
 If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact me at admin@first-lutheran.com.
Autumn blessings, April Lang Administrative &amp; Events Coordinator First Lutheran Church/Circle of Love Preschool

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