The Arts Commission is sponsoring an Oktoberfest-themed open-air event, Platzkonzert Germanfest, on Saturday, Sept. 8, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. This celebration of all things German will take place at the Virginia Mary Hayter Village Green located at 5510 Prairie Stone Parkway off Route 72 in the Prairie Stone Business Park (next to the Sears Centre Arena). A German band will provide authentic Bavarian music, while dancers entertain the crowd. Like last year, German beer will be available for purchase. What better way to compliment authentic sauerkraut and bratwurst? For directions and details, visit www.hoffmanestatesarts.com. Wir hoffen, Sie dort zu sehen!