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2024 Christkindl Fest Virtual Booklet
Posted on December 7, 2021 | Posted by Mary Stoneback
WELCOME TO ASCENSION’S 5th ANNUAL CHRISTKINDL FEST! THE FOLLOWING IS EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW FOR THIS YEAR’S CHRISTKINDL FEST; WHERE TO GO, WHAT TO DO AND WHEN THINGS ARE HAPPENING PLUS INTRODUCE YOU TO SOME OF THE PEOPLE IN OUR COMMUNITY!
EVENT LOCATIONS
Upper Parking Lot
Event Parking
- Parking available in the church lot and the surrounding neighborhood.
FEST GROUNDS
Welcome Hut / Food / Drink / Pretzel Hut / Sweet Crepes / Hot Cocoa, S’mores / Petting Zoo / Balloon Art / Games / Warm Fires & Seating Areas
Upper Patio
Ornament Craft for all ages / Woodwork / Warm Fires & Seating Areas
Fellowship Hall (inside, off upper patio)
Restrooms
Quilts / Toys / Handmade Crafts / Christmas Treats / Tupperware / Painted Crafts / Seating Areas
*Scroll down for more information on this year’s vendors!
EVENT SCHEDULE
- 3:30PM: Christkindl Fest Begins!
- 3:45PM: Welcome & Fest Dedication
- 4:00PM: Accordionist, Susan Nosal from the Edelweiss German Restaurant & Lutheran Family Services Rocky Mountains Introduction (LFSRM)
- 4:45PM–6PM: Caroling and Festivities
- 6:15PM: Closing
THANK YOU TO THE ASCENSION LUTHERAN CHURCH COMMUNITY AND THE MANY VOLUNTEERS INVOLVED IN MAKING THIS YEAR’S CHRISTKINDL FEST HAPPEN. THE FEST IS NOT POSSIBLE WITHOUT YOUR DEDICATION AND HARD WORK!
2024 CHRISTKINDL FEST SPONSORS: ASCENSION LUTHERAN CHURCH ENDOWMENT FUND – ASCENSION’S LAY MINISTRY TEAM – ASCENSION’S INVITING COMMUNITY TEAM – ASCENSION’S PROPERTY & GROUNDS TEAM – THRIVENT FINANCIAL ACTION TEAM GRANT – GENEROUS DONATIONS FROM MEMBERS & FRIENDS
FOOD / DRINKS / MUGS – PRICING
- CASH AND CREDIT CARD ACCEPTED
- Tickets sold at the Ticket Tent—$1 per ticket.
GERMAN SAUSAGE / POTATO CHIPS
German Sausage – 5 Tickets
Vegan Brat – 5 Tickets
Chips – 1 Ticket
Hot dogs – 2 Tickets
*Sauerkraut & condiments and gluten–free buns available
FEST MUGS
Festive Mugs—5 tickets each.
PRETZELS
2 Tickets, cheese and mustard available
CANDIED ALMONDS
Complimentary
Sweet Crepes
3 Tickets, options include: Nutella, Banana and Strawberry
GLUHWEIN/BEER
Complimentary
*A delicious blend of cheeses from Trader Joes are also available to taste at no cost.
*See below for alcohol policy.
HOT COCOA & S’MORES
Complimentary hot cocoa & s’more packs as well as lebkuchen.
WATER
Available at Gluhwein Tent
ALCOHOL POLICY
Ascension Lutheran Church is grateful to provide various alcoholic beverages for this year’s Christkindl Fest. We also want to keep all who attend and drive back home safe. It is our practice to check ID’s at the table next to the Gluwhein tent where you’ll receive a wristband and two tickets for drinks through the event. Thank you for your understanding and helping us keep all having fun safely!
2024 CHRISTKINDL FEST VENDORS
Inside Vendors
- Fair Trade: Through your purchases of Fair Trade handcrafts and foods, artisans and farmers in more than 30 countries are lifted out of poverty, building healthier and more sustainable communities worldwide. They are given a voice and treated with respect. They earn a fair income, send their children to school, develop vital community projects like water wells and medical clinics, and improve their skills through training.
- ALC Card Ministry: Don’t miss this table full of hand–crafted cards and so much more! Looking for fun stocking stuffers, you’ve come to the right place!
- Crocheted and Knitted Gifts: Artists Sarah Strawderman and Wini Klein have prepared a unique and creative assortment of crafts, apparel and more.
- Discovery Toys with Grandma Alice: Back by popular demand, Grandmas Alice has all the toys guaranteed to keep your children learning and having fun!
- SaraJane Hartman Tupperware: This innovative Tupperware business specializes in customizable food storage solutions, featuring a range of unique items like modular containers with smart portion control and sustainable materials and more!
- Quilts for New Beginnings: This group’s quilts and crafts are superb. Over 20 members strong, the group has prepared quilts, purses, table cloths and even special treats guaranteed to please all ages.
- German Gifts: Vendor Linda Crom adds a special touch of Christmas cheer, bringing authentic items from German Christmas markets for all to enjoy!
- Sweet Treats by Carmen: Stop by to enjoy seasonal sweet treats!
Outside Vendors
- Troy’s Woodwork Creations: “I’m just a guy with a scrollsaw and some pine hoping to provide unique Christmas decor, ornaments, and other woodworking crafts. Hope to see you at the fest!” ~Troy
FEST DONATIONS FOR LFSRM
Each year, an organization is chosen to benefit from Fest guest’s donations. This year, we’ll bless Lutheran Family Services Rocky Mountains (LFSRM) with monetary donations (any amount) and gift cards (King Soopers, Walmart & Goodwill). (Or visit HERE to donate online directly to LFSRM)
CHRISTKINDL FEST ENTERTAINMENT
FEATURED MUSICIAN – Susan Nosal (Accordionist)
We are grateful for the festive sounds of Professional Accordionist, Susan Nosal. By day, Susan is a teacher and plays accordion by night at Edelweiss German Restaurant in Co. Springs.
Balloon Art by Gary Jones
We’re thrilled to have Balloon Artist, Gary Jones, a part of this year’s festivities—a fun treat for all ages!
Games & Crafts
Stop at the Game Table for a fest scavenger hunt card and prizes. Make an ornament to take home at the Craft Table.
Ascension Carolers
Carols will be led by a group of singers! All are invited to join in the fun and sing some Christmas tunes! Or just enjoy listening!
SPURS ACADEMY @ BIG IRON RANCH
Enjoy the friendly critters joining us this year from SPURS ACADEMY @ BIG IRON RANCH.
Media Release: Please be advised that photos or video may be taken during this event for promotional and archival purposes. By attending this event, you consent to the use of your image in photos, videos, or other media.
BEYOND THE FEST
Join us this December at Ascension
Cantata Sunday
December 15 | 8am & 10:30am
Our choir will perform a Christmas cantata based on Handel’s Messiah during our worship services. You are invited!
Candlelight Christmas Eve Services
December 24 | 4pm, 6pm, 8pm
Join us for a candlelight worship as we welcome God into our lives and our world.
LET US KNOW ABOUT YOUR FEST EXPERIENCE! YOUR FEEDBACK WILL HELP MAKE NEXT YEAR’S FEST EVEN BETTER. AND WE’D LOVE TO INCLUDE YOU IN THE PLANNING EFFORTS. JUST LET US KNOW!
