Christkindlmarkt

A Turner Hall tradition that began back in 1998!  A two-day holiday market features the work of select artisans and crafters, with unique, affordable and quality hand-crafted gifts, many of which will not be found anywhere else.  Shoppers will find a variety of items including fiber and fabric arts, children’s wear, upcycled mittens and sweaters, woodworking, candles, soaps, rugs, jewelry, home décor and Christmas decorations as well as specifically Old World European folk art such as Scherenschnitte (scissor cuttings), Bauernmalerei (Swiss decorative folk painting) and Kerbschnitte (chip-carving in wood).  The Monroe Swiss Singers, known for their Swiss baked goods in addition to their singing, will offer Swiss specialties such as Brätzeli cookies, Zopf braided bread, Spitzbuben cookies, and more. Glüwein, a traditional Christkindlmarkt hot spiced wine, will also be available.  The lower level Ratskeller Restaurant will also be serving from 11 am – 8:00 pm both days of the market.  Located two blocks south of  Monroe’s downtown Square at 1217 17th Avenue, the Swiss Emmental-style chalet is listed on the National and State Registers of Historic Places and is handicapped-accessible.  More information is available at http://www.TurnerHallofMonroe.org/ or by visiting Turner Hall’s Facebook page.  Free admission.