Oktoberfest 2024

Make a "wunderbar" difference when you support the School Sisters of St. Francis’ fall fundraising event!

 


Saturday, September 14th

11 a.m.-3 p.m.     

St. Joseph Center grounds, 29th Street @ Orchard St.

 

How to Find Us

St. Joseph Center is located at the corner of Greenfield Avenue and Layton Boulevard (27th Street) on Milwaukee’s south side, just two minutes from the Mitchell Park Domes. Enter the beer garden at 29th Street and Orchard Street (one block south of Greenfield Ave.)

Where to Park

First-come, first-served free parking is available in the Nativity Jesuit Academy lot at 29th Street and Orchard Street, across from our grounds. Street parking is available on Orchard Street, 29th Street, and around the neighborhood. Parking is also available at the Sacred Heart lot—enter at 28th Street at Lapham Street. (Please note guests cannot pass through St. Joseph Center to the grounds west of the building.)

There will be limited handicapped parking available in the St. Joseph Center / Chapel Garden Apartments lot - enter at 29th Street at Orchard.

 

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What's On Tap?

Your first beverage purchase of $14 includes a commemorative beer stein with our Oktoberfest logo. Refills are $7. Beverage options include three special beers that Lakefront Brewing Company is crafting for the School Sisters of St. Francis!

  • “Ale Mary” - a classic, easy drinking lager
  • “Our Lager” - an amber lager with a dash of caramel malt sweetness
  • Oktoberfest - a classic German lager.

Root beer on tap, wine, and water also will be available for purchase.

BratsWhat's Cooking?

Food options available for purchase include

  • Bratwurst Sandwich Plate ($10)
  • BBQ Shredded Chicken Sliders Plate ($10)
  • Authentic Bavarian Pretzel with Cheese and Mustard ($6)

Plates include condiments, chips, and a pickle.

 

Fun and Games

Guests are invited to try their skill and luck with bags (cornhole), giant Jenga, giant Connect 4, and Hammerschlagen (also known as “stump.”) There’s no cost to play.

Vern and the OriginalsWhy "Oktoberfest"?

Join the sisters for a fun, in-person event in the beautiful St. Joseph Center garden!

  • Live polka music with Vern & The Originals
     
  • Games
     
  • Homemade bakery
     
  • Imports
     
  • Delicious food
     
  • Beer on tap from Lakefront Brewery
     
  • 50/50 raffle - Tickets will be one for $5 and 3 for $10. Ticket holder must be present to win.

Education for girlsWho Benefits?

Did you know that the funds raised at Oktoberfest benefit thousands of people served by our sisters around the world?

  • Young women in India receive formal education.
     
  • Children with disabilities, who previously lacked access to education, learn independence and vocations in a beautiful school.
     
  • Remote and impoverished villages receive solar power and wells for renewable energy and access to clean water.
     
  • Families in Guatemala receive medical care, cooking classes, and scholarships to attend school.
     
  • Our sisters, who have spent their lives as witnesses to our mission, are provided caring support in retirement.

You Can Help!

In addition to your attendance, please help spread the word about Oktoberfest! For information about sponsorship opportunities or to make a donation, contact Holly Danen at hdanen@sssf.org or 414-385-5343.

Tell your friends, bring your family, and enjoy a fun-filled afternoon in our beautiful garden on Milwaukee’s south side.

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Oktoberfest 2023

Thank You to Our Sponsors!

Mary Therese Ryan

            

 

Clement Manor

 

Community Care

 

Gallagher

 

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City Press logo

 

The Fitzpatrick Group

 

Knights of Columbus


 

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Sieve Networks

 

 

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