Oktoberfest was launched in Chippewa Falls in 2003, and all past festmeisters and festmeisterins were present Friday except for two people who are now deceased. Its a great place for families to come out to. Theyre fun-loving, theyre both great supporters of this event, and they love Leinenkugels, said Patti Darley. CHIPPEWA FALLS Jerry and Mary Kuehl said they were humbled and honored to be selected as the festmeister and festmeisterin of the 2021 Oktoberfest. Each year Oktoberfest begins with the new festmeister and festmeisterin (Oktoberfest royalty) being crowned at Leinenkugels Brewery in downtown Chippewa Falls. 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Most of the time, you are wrong.. Three Jack Russell terriers rode on the back of the horse-drawn wagon leading the Oktoberfest procession to the fairgrounds Friday in Chippewa Falls. Itll be good to get back out to the fairgrounds for the weekend, and Im really excited about us all getting back together again for another fun weekend.. Nearly all of the royal couples since the event began were on hand Friday; with two families missing, and one festmeisterin, Carol Gienapp, now deceased. This is really our adopted community, even though we moved here 42 years ago. Part of the mystique is the secrecy., Mary Kuehl added: Keeping it quiet is part of your duty.. Dean and Betty White march up Jefferson Avenue toward the fairgrounds after being named festmeister and festmeistern of the 2013 Oktoberfest in Chippewa Falls. Krazy George, the popular accordion player and Oktoberfest regular, plays for 3-year-old Inga Miller while Linda Cyr of Chippewa Falls provides an assist. We started by watching the Festmeister and Festmeisterin being announced, as well as seeing the ones from previous years.Next we watched the Golden Keg Procession, where the Golden Keg gets attached to a horse drawn carriage. In stalling for time because the Whites had yet to arrive, he asked Bill Febry to nod if his guess for the new royalty was correct. volumeone.org Then it leads a parade of people to the Northern Wisconsin State Fairgrounds. By Judy Clark Published: Sep. 14, 2022 at 9:46 AM PDT CHIPPEWA FALLS, Wis. (WEAU) - The 19th Annual Oktoberfest is being held September 16-17 in Chippewa Falls. The festival is a version of the original Oktoberfest in Munich, Germany, which is held over a two-week period and ends on the first Sunday in October. CHEERS TO BEERS. When no nod was forthcoming, Leinenkugel confessed that he hadnt correctly predicted any of the other festmeister selections, including he and his wife last year. Tom Vilsack, U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary, and Ambassador Susan Rice, White House Domestic Policy Advisor, visited Cadott on Thursday where they announced the expansion of the Rural Partners Network (RPN) to 12 Wisconsin counties. ), Advertise: Thats Betty, Dean said when told of that comment. Results of this referendum could make waves in Wisconsin. Theyve been big supporters of Oktoberfest over the years, and active in the community, Hebert said. Mary Kuehl, also 57, works at an area medical facility. This is the name that will be displayed next to your photo for comments, blog posts, and more. Reader's Choice Awards - Voting has ended. The selection of the royal couple is a well-kept secret; only about five people know who is chosen in advance of the big reveal each year. Festmeister and Festmeisterin Jerry and Mary Kuehl of Chippewa Falls danced to the music by The Bavarian Musikmeisters prior to the tapping of the the golden keg Friday at Oktoberfest in Chippewa Falls. Chippewa Falls WI Oktoberfest Glockenspiel performance on Sunday September 18th, 2016 at the fest grounds. You have permission to edit this article. web (at) volumeone [d0t] org, Chippewa Falls Oktoberfest at the Northern Wisconsin State Fairgrounds has been a marquee attraction in the Chippewa Valley ever since its inception in 2003. Subscribe to our Daily Headlines newsletter. And she owns Whites Wilderness Retreats in the town of Lafayette. That was like a dream of mine, she said. They are a community-minded couple, serve on many boards and nonprofit organizations. Jerry Kuehl grew up in Port Edwards, in Wood County, and Mary Kuehl grew up in Eau Claire, but they are both proud to call Chippewa Falls their home. ( The 2021 festival brought 10,000 visitors. In July, the legislative committee of Dunn County approved a referendum question that is unprecedented in rural America. Oktoberfest Address: 225 Edward St. Please subscribe to keep reading. (renews at {{format_dollars}}{{start_price}}{{format_cents}}/month + tax). Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device. ( When Jeff Darley learned he was selected, he said Fire Chief Lee Douglas made the arrangements for them to use the citys Darley fire truck to carry them onto the grounds. The 2021 festival brought. The hard part is when you are questioned, because you dont want to be deceitful, Jerry Kuehl said. Oktoberfest typically draws 14,000 patrons over the course of the weekend; numbers from this year werent available yet. Support Local Journalism! For his part, 2012 festmeister Jake Leinenkugel had the task of introducing this years Oktoberfest royalty. Dean and Betty White were informed in April that they had been chosen to be the festmeister and festmeistern of the 11th annual Oktoberfest in Chippewa Falls. Pure Water Days is unique. To view our latest e-Edition click the image on the left. That presented a challenge for the Kuehls, who had many friends ask them if they were this years royalty. They do a lot for the community and a lot of volunteering, Kopp said. It began in 1810 as a celebration of the marriage of the crown prince of Bavaria, who later became King Ludwig I, to Princess Therese von Sachsen-Hildburghausen. CHIPPEWA FALLS When a Darley fire truck pulled up to Jacob Leinenkugel Brewing Company on Friday, it was quickly evident to everyone who was this year's' festmeister and festmeisterin for the 2022 Oktoberfest in Chippewa Falls. {{start_at_rate}} {{format_dollars}} {{start_price}} {{format_cents}} {{term}}, {{promotional_format_dollars}}{{promotional_price}}{{promotional_format_cents}} {{term}}, WATCH NOW: Basketball--Macy Donarski makes official her commitment to play at Montana, Jim Polzin: Why Matt LaFleur got choked up after Packers end 5-game skid, La Crosse man charged after high-speed chase reaching 125 mph, 5 things to know about Wisconsin's next foe, Nebraska, WATCH NOW: Voters give La Crosse schools' leaders 'a direction' after referendum loss, Onalaska man charged in Losey Blvd. Patti Darley said they never miss Oktoberfest, and she was thrilled when they were asked four months ago to be this years royal couple. They learned to polka in the tents. The event was actually started as a way for us to honor our German heritage in the Chippewa Valley, but now its also a great event for people outside of the Chippewa Valley to come in and celebrate as well, and see how great the city of Chippewa Falls is.. Theyre perfect.. For 30 years he has worked for Spectrum Industries, where he is executive vice president of manufacturing. This event ends up being a pseudo-family reunion for a lot of people, so being able to host that is phenomenal. But mainly it is pretty simple: They are deserving. Come join us for a fun filled afternoon at the Chippewa Falls Oktoberfest. Jerry Kuehl, 57, has worked at Northwestern Bank in Chippewa Falls for 28 years, and serves on a variety of boards and organizations, such as the Chippewa Falls Rotary, the St. Francesca food pantry, the Childrens Museum, and the Chippewa Falls Economic Development Committee. Hes a wonderful man. Weve known them for years, and we always thought theyd be great choices, said Peg Leinenkugel, last years festmeistern. The company, which started in 1908 in Chicago, relocated to Chippewa Falls in 1932 and is a world leader in producing pumps used in everything from fire trucks to navy ships. Jake Leinenkugel, the 2012 festmeister, pours beer from the golden keg Friday for many thirsty patrons inside the Northwestern Banks main Oktoberfest tent. Our kids have grown up up here, Jerry Kuehl told a crowd numbering 400 at the kickoff ceremony noon Friday at Leinenkugel Brewing Company. Oktoberfest typically draws 14,000 patrons over the course of the weekend; numbers from this year weren't available yet. Stay tuned for details, Parade of Lights contest sign-up closes on Sunday, Pair arrested for drunken gunplay near homes. @ Oktoberfest Chippewa Falls September 15 + 16, 2023 Northern WI State Fairgrounds 225 Edward Street Chippewa Falls, WI 54729 Subscribe to Updates Schedule Get Directions About Oktoberfest Oktoberfest Chippewa Falls OKTOBERFEST PRICING: Daily Wristband: $10 Weekend Wristband: $15 Daily Parking Pass: $5 Weekend Parking Pass: $10 They have that attitude that theres nothing you cant conquer, said ex-festmeister Dave Boisvert. Dean White admitted Friday that he also has been wrong about the success that Oktoberfest has become. They moved to their present 116,000-square-foot headquarters in 2003. Chippewa Falls The local charm of small town life is preserved on Main Street in downtown Chippewa Falls. The great thing about Oktoberfest is its a family-friendly event. Just last Saturday they were at Charlies Bar for an event when former winners confronted them on the subject. Patti said it was only in recent days she informed her children, largely because of another family event that had been set for this weekend. Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. Featured Stories The city's oldest business is the Jacob Leinenkugel Brewing Company. Patti Darley, 63, is now retired from Xcel Energy, and she serves in several volunteer organizations in the community, such as sitting on the grants committee for the Community Foundation and on the HSHS St. Josephs/Sacred Heart board. Be the first to know. Jeff Darley said they have been married 41 years; they have four sons and nine grandchildren. Please note- items will only be available for pick up after . volumeone.org Its a wonderful community event and a reunion for people who you dont always get to see.. Im honored, humbled and excited to celebrate this festival with the entire community, with all the German heritage, family and friends, Jeff Darley said. Oktoberfest returns as a two-day event featuring new kids' activities and Glockenspiel acts. You havent been right in 30 years, she said to much laughter. web Once their the Golden Keg gets tapped, and the Oktoberfest officially begins.Festival goers can enjoy four stages with over 30 entertainers for all ages, vendors, authentic foods, and plenty of dancing. You can cancel at any time. He informed the Kuehls they were selected in February. The music is really top-notch. The event at the Northern. Ive never been right in 11 years, he told the crowd. Sign up! Already a Subscriber? @ I knew I had to take the whole family for some family fun, as well as enjoy a few beers.We decided to go the opening ceremonies held at the Jacob Leinenkugel Brewing Company. There was a problem saving your notification. @ They became the 11th couple to earn the titles of festmeister and festmeistern. Now, more than ever, the world needs trustworthy reportingbut good journalism isnt free. 1 N BRIDGE ST, CHIPPEWA FALLS, WI, 54729 715-723-0331 2022 Freund 2022 Individual Freund Package $75.00 2022 Couple Freund Package $125.00 2022 Family Freund Package $150.00 oktoberfestchippewafalls.com Since the beginning of Oktoberfest in 2003, the Planning Committee has donated more than $345,000 to local community groups and non-profits, including $20,000 last November from the 2018 event. Festmeister and Festmeisterin Jerry and Mary Kuehl of Chippewa Falls greeted people as they paraded into Oktoberfest Friday in Chippewa Falls. advertising (at) volumeone [d0t] org, Great choice. Dean and Betty White were informed in April that they had been chosen to be the festmeister and festmeistern of the 11th annual Oktoberfest in Chippewa Falls. Your purchase was successful, and you are now logged in. listings So let your steins runneth over. CHIPPEWA FALLS, Wis. (WEAU) - The 19th Annual Oktoberfest is being held September 16-17 in Chippewa Falls. Shes been involved in Farm Technology Days and headed up the hospitals charity ball. The following Chi-Hi students are on the honor roll for first quarter: The Chippewa County Clerk of Court is an elected position with a four-year term. You always guess, Hebert said. Subscribe to our Daily Headlines newsletter. Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device. Your e-mail address will be used to confirm your account. He has served on the Chamber board and the hockey association, where he was instrumental in the building of a second indoor ice rink in Chippewa Falls. Having benefited from being from Chippewa and watching what the community has done over the years the Hancocks, the Masons, the Leinenkugels, the Kells, he said, noting how homegrown companies and their leaders have thrown their money and time into helping strengthen the area. The dogs belonged to Curtis Young of Hillsdale. Your account has been registered, and you are now logged in. Sign up for our newsletter to keep reading. Clerk of Courts, UPDATE Chippewa Falls public safety referendum passes, Crescent Meats receives $1.6 million grant; USDA Rural Partners Network expands to Wisconsin, Student from Bloomer awarded 2022 GPDA Scholarship. The View on Lake Wissota 17779 County Highway X Chippewa Falls, WI 54729 Phone: 715-861-5200 Dean and Betty White newest Oktoberfest royalty. You have permission to edit this article. Patty and Jeff are the epitome of what Oktoberfest is about.. The stein holding, sauerkraut eating, and keg rolling competitions will be back in full swing this fall, as well as family-friendly entertainment playing an even larger role in this years lineup of events. Please support us by making a contribution. Nearby you'll discover several state parks and the Chippewa Moraine Interpretive Center. And we never looked back. Bill Febry, the first-ever Festmeister in 2003, serves on a select committee that chooses the royal couple. It doesnt really feel like fall yet until Oktoberfest happens, longtime attendee Jason Jahns said. You couldnt invite anyone, and anything you would have said about Oktoberfest would have been suspect, she said. Jeff Darley, 64, is president of Darley, a fire truck and pump manufacturer with 140 full-time employees. Betty and Dean White hoist their mugs for the traditional Oktoberfest toast Friday at the Northern Wisconsin State Fairgrounds in Chippewa Falls. A visit to the Leinie Lodge for a tour and a taste is a must. The selection of the royal couple is a well-kept secret; only about five people know who is chosen in advance of the big reveal each year. The Kuehls have been attending the annual September festival since its inception, saying they have only missed perhaps twice. They will also be wiping down tables and encouraging social distancing whenever feasible. 7:30pm Meet the Oktoberfest Royalty 7:45pm Sauerkraut Eating Contest. Its really an honor, Patti Darley said. Dick Hebert, a 2007 festmister and retired Chippewa Falls parks director, echoed praise for the new royal couple. If youre talking about people who are committed to helping others, thats the Whites, said Jerry Jacobson, president of Northwestern Bank and a former festmeister. ( Phone: 1-866-723-0340 Website: Visit Now Get Directions Community: Chippewa Falls Category: Festivals / Festivals + Events / Play + Shop Oktoberfest Chippewa Falls Mark your calendars for Oktoberfest Chippewa Falls, happening September 16 + 17! And its fun to see the little ones dance.. Then you kind of forget about it for awhile.. Jeff, Patti Darley named 2022 Oktoberfest royalty. You just take your turn in the community., They like to give back to the community both of them, said Jeff Darley of Chippewa Falls. But we had to leave.. All admission can be purchased at the gate. It fits who we are looking for in royalty.. We are just blessed to be part of this community, Jerry Kuehl said. The Chippewa County Department of Public Health confirmed Wednesday the first death of a county resident under 18 years of age after testing p, MENOMONIE For packaging students like University of Wisconsin-Stouts Anna Kent, attending the recent four-day, international Pack Expo conf. Jeff and Patti Darley waved at the crowd as they exited the truck and joined the past royalty for a group photo. But Oktoberfest just seemed generic. Ian Kopp, the 2016 festmeiester, said Kuehl used to be his boss. (The fire truck driver) didnt know who they were taking until we got there, Patti Darley said. . (WLAX) Oktoberfest is back at the Northern Wisconsin State Fairgrounds for the first time since 2019. listings (at) volumeone [d0t] org, They are good givers, and they enjoy life.. Its truly a family event, and its uniquely Chippewa. Date: Sept 16 - Sept 17, 2022 Location (s): Northern Wisconsin State Fair Grounds Chippewa Falls Oktoberfest has been providing a family-friendly German heritage event in the Chippewa Valley for 18 years. Invalid password or account does not exist. I knew I had to take the whole fam. After a hiatus last year because of the pandemic, Tasha Weiss with the Chippewa Falls Area Chamber of Commerce said it's nice to be back. I was on the Chamber board when they were looking to start one, and I was skeptical, he said Friday. Betty White was raised in Elk Mound, but since marrying 30 years ago she has thrown herself into the community, such as the Kiwanis and the Friends of St. Josephs Hospital board. Volume One produces annual printed guides for all kinds of seasonal activities, restaurants, services, local how-tos, places, and more. Chippewa Falls Oktoberfest/Chippewa Partners Secure checkout by Square Helpful Information Shipping Policy Items will not currently be shipped, but will be available for Pick Up at The Chippewa Falls Area Chamber of Commerce located at 1 North Bridge St, Chippewa Falls, WI 54729. BLOOMER Goulds Water Technology, a Xylem brand, announced this years recipients of the Goulds Professional Dealers Association scholarships. Dick Hebert, the 2007 festmeister, offered similar words of praise for the Kuehls. Incumbent Karen Hepfler, a Democrat, has held the position since January 2001. As the royal couple, they served as ambassadors of the weekend event, spreading cheer and handing out buttons. Were just amazed to be in front of all of you, Jeff Darley told the crowd of perhaps 400 onlookers who gathered at the brewery for the official kickoff celebration for Oktoberfest. Get local news delivered to your inbox! Horses pull a carriageSept. 20, 2019, at Leinenkugels Brewing Co. Leinie Lodge in Chippewa Falls. People here are lovely, and they support one another.. I thought thats just what the world needs, another Oktoberfest. Dean White, 55, grew up in Chippewa Falls, graduating in the Class of 76 with Dale Zweifelhofer. The question asked Congress and the U.S. president to nationalize health care. The catalyst for starting a Chippewa Falls edition of Oktoberfest began in 2003, when approximately 70-80% of Chippewa Falls residents had at least some German heritage. Chippewa Falls Oktoberfest Address: Northern Wisconsin State Fair 331 Jefferson Avenue Chippewa Falls, WI 54729 (866) 723-0340 Website The reaction among past winners was unanimous. Waukesha florist readies arrangements for Ryder Cup In the meantime, they were approached continually by people speculating that they were destined to be the events next royalty. Submitting this form below will send a message to your email with a link to change your password. Festgoers sample the many tasty treats available at Chippewa Falls' 2019 Oktoberfest. photos by RebeccaMennecke, by ParkerReed | May 19, 2022. Dale and Mary Zweifelhofer were there and they said, We know its you, Betty recalled. Its a great company that has given back to Chippewa, Jacobson said of Darley. Select a subscription and get started today. Open Jim at half: Where does Wisconsin football go with Graham Mertz? Chippewa Falls can now add new EMS and Police staff and raise pay for first responders, after the Nov. 8 vote on a public safety referendum. And it wouldnt be Oktoberfest without their signature brand of competitions, this year will feature kid versions to include the whole family. (renews at {{format_dollars}}{{start_price}}{{format_cents}}/month + tax). Following a precession and toast, the festivities are up and running. Chippewa Falls, WI 54729 (888) 534-6437 leinielodge@leinenkugels.com * Please include your full date of birth in your . 1 N Bridge St. Chippewa Falls, WI 54729 | View on Google Maps. Visit Site. A traditional Mrzen-style beer, our Leinenkugel's Oktoberfest has a toasted malt flavor and subtle, spicy hop notes that make it perfect for celebrating fall in true German fashion. volumeone.org It was very difficult to keep the secret, but we managed, Jeff Darley said. ), Calendar Questions: Oktoberfest was launched in Chippewa Falls in 2003, and all past festmeisters and festmeisterins were present Friday except for two people who are now deceased. Its helped us grow in the German faith and culture.. General Website Questions: Its chances of success looked good ahead of the Nov. 8 referendum. That means the city will be hiring additional public safety employees plus increasing Police, and Fire & Emergency Services Departments wages and benefits. Please subscribe to keep reading. Peg Leinenkugel quickly stepped up to Jake and hijacked the microphone to correct her husband. Contact: chris.vetter@ecpc.com Since the beginning of Oktoberfest, the Planning Committee has donated more than $345,000 to local community groups and nonprofits. There was just one catch: They couldnt tell a soul about it. The family-friendly German heritage event has been the site of lager-heavy memories for the past 19 years, and this year the festival is set for Friday, Sept. 16, and Saturday, Sept. 17. One of Chippewa Falls premiere events is back and better than ever in 2022. This year will bring new kids activities and glockenspiel acts, including music from the likes of Brass Barn Polka Band, Bavarian Musikmeisters, Copper Box, Garys Ridgeland Dutchmen, Big Deeks, The Swing Crew, and over 30 other diverse performances on four different stages. Two dead bodies found in rural Jackson Co. home. Im excited for them to join our festmeister and festmeisterin family.. Since the beginning of Oktoberfest in 2003, the Planning Committee has donated more than $345,000 to local community groups and non-profits, including $20,000 last November from the 2018 event. For more information on the 2022 edition of Chippewa Falls Oktoberfest, visit their Facebook page or gochippewacounty.com/oktoberfest. CHIPPEWA FALLS, Wisc. They are community-minded people, Febry said. Several were planning to join them over the weekend for the celebration. We stonewalled them. Hebert said the guessing game has become part of the Oktoberfest tradition. On Friday at 2:45 a.m., Lake Hallie police officers were dispatched to 13026 40th Ave. for a noise complaint. (715) 723-0331. Get local news delivered to your inbox! If you forget it, you'll be able to recover it using your email address. Theyre very driven individuals. Our Oktoberfest is such a family-friendly event, Tasha Weiss, programs director at the Chippewa Falls Area Chamber of Commerce said. At first it was really hard, Betty said Friday, a couple of hours after the secret was out and they were announced to a large crowd on the Leinenkugel Brewery grounds. Sign up for our newsletter to keep reading. 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Festmeister and Festmeisterin Jeff and Patti Darley led the parade into the Northern Wisconsin State fairgrounds for the start of the 19th annual Oktoberfest in Chippewa Falls on Friday. Crescent Meats will use a $1.6 million Meat and Poultry Processing Expansion Program (MPPEP) grant, as part of RPN, to offset the costs associated with a 20,000 square foot expansion project which will add 35 jobs. Dean White said adopting that philosophy came naturally. The reasons why so many people were speculating they would be presiding over Oktoberfest are numerous. An email message containing instructions on how to reset your password has been sent to the e-mail address listed on your account. They married in 1989, and have two grown children who attended McDonell-Central High School and one grandchild. Winners to be announced at later date. that is dedicated to the culture, entertainment, events, and restaurants in ChippewaFalls. We won't share it with anyone else. 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