Christmas market in planning by the new Fronhofgemeinschaft in Solingen
The Fronhof community in Solingen, Germany, is set to host a special event this Christmas season – the Christmas Hofschaft. This small-scale Christmas market, scheduled for December 14th, is a symbol of unity and determination for the community, which was deeply affected by a tragic terrorist knife attack in August 2024.
Local businesses, including Paradise Hair, the city church, Juwelier Ihlefeld, City Mieder Moden, bookstore "Der Bücher Ober," and Café Cramers, have come together to participate in this event. Hartmut Ober from bookstore "Der Bücher Ober" explained that there will be a reading tent with authors and volunteer readers, and Santa Claus will be available for photos with children.
Hartmut Ober, from the bookstore "Der Bücher Ober," also shared that the community aims to incorporate events surrounding the attack, with choirs still sought to sing Christmas carols and contact him for more information. The proceeds from the mulled wine tent and pizza tent will go to the crisis intervention team.
The Fronhof community was formed following the tragic events of August 23rd, and since then, it has met several times to discuss ideas for making the Fronhof more lively. The community aims to revitalize the Fronhof and not let terrorists destroy their traditions.
Although specific information about the Christmas Hofschaft event or which businesses from Solingen participate in such a holiday market or gathering is not widely available, it is clear that this event is an important step for the Fronhof community in their journey towards healing and renewal.
For exact schedules, participating vendors, and detailed programs, it is recommended to check closer to the holiday season on local Solingen community websites, event calendars like Solingen-Live.de, or contact the Solingen city tourism office directly.
The Fronhof community's Christmas Hofschaft event is a smaller version of the "Christmas village of good deeds," and it serves as a testament to the community's resilience and spirit. The event is a reminder that the Fronhof community stands together in the face of adversity, and they continue to celebrate their traditions with joy and determination.
- The bookstore "Der Bücher Ober", within the Fronhof community, will have a reading tent featuring authors and volunteer readers, as part of the Christmas Hofschaft event.
- Seasonal festivities including choirs singing Christmas carols are planned to honor the memory of the tragic event in August 2024, at the Fronhof community's Christmas Hofschaft.
- In addition to activities such as meeting Santa Claus for photos with children, the proceeds from the mulled wine and pizza tents at the Christmas Hofschaft will be allocated to the crisis intervention team in Solingen.
