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Octoberfest in Douglas

What started as a small street fair on the grounds of the Second Congregational Church in Douglas years ago has grown into the area’s premier Octoberfest celebration. This was true again on October 1st, as hundreds of patrons crowded into downtown—which was closed to motor vehicle traffic—to enjoy live music, craft brews and cider tastings, bouncy rides, a “choo choo” train for children, food, vendors, crafts, games and more. Susan Martinsen certainly approved; a member of the Board of Directors of the Douglas Historical Society, she is pictured on the porch of the E.N. Jenckes general store and museum—always worth a visit and open to the public most Saturdays.