In this encore episode, I enjoyed learning from Cindy and Jeff Karver, the founders, just how Boyertown's Oktoberfest got its start. Spurred by a challenge from community leader Charles Haddad, Jeff and Cindy initiated the community's popular and successful event that not only survived the first year's economic downturn, chaired it for five years and have watched it grow bigger and better each successive year. Having just celebrated its 17th year, the festival has a bright future and promises more fun for all.