It’s Time to Tee-Up for DMEHA!
The Des Moines European Heritage Association is partnering with The Prinicipal Charity Golf Classic’s Birdies for Charity program. This is your opportunity to support DMEHA’s mission of bringing cultural-based education, fun and activities to Iowa, including children.
For every donation made, Birdies for Charity will add 10 percent! To participate, you can pledge a flat amount until July 31st, or if you pledge by June 7th, you can pledge so much per birdie made during the entire tournament (last year there were 821 birdies, so 10 cents per birdie would equal $82.10). Regardless, it’s a great way to show your support of DMEHA to keep our programs going and growing, including the Language Offerings and Christkindlmarket Des Moines.
Any donations of $25 or more will qualify for a 2018 Christkindlmarket Des Moines commemorative mug upon payment.
To help DMEHA, select it from this menu: https://www.principalcharityclassic.com/charity/birdies-for-charity/
Christkindlmarket DSM Mug Unveiling Party a Huge Success
Several people were the first to view Christkindlmarket Des Moines’ 2018 Glühwein mug design at Jasper Winery on Tuesday, April 17.
They sipped the signature drink (warm mulled wine) while shopping a mini market featuring foods and handcrafted items from Christkindlmarket Des Moines 2018 vendors. The first 25 attendees to donate $25 (or more) to guarantee their 2018 mug received a goody bag. Make your donation today!
Des Moines European Heritage Association connects Iowans with European traditions, language education and cultural experiences; and it provides resources and tools to other cultural heritage organizations.
Andy Klindt Woodcraft | #CDM2018 Vendor
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Tell us about your business
Andy Klindt is an Iowa artisan specializing in chainsaw sculpture, wooden ware, and metal design.
Andy uses native Iowa timbers for his wooden creations, utilizing anything from chainsaws to hand tools. When blacksmithing, Andy uses traditional methods to forge his metal art.
Fanciful , functional, or a fusion of each…watching Andy craft original pieces is sure to delight people of all ages!
What inspired you to get involved as a vendor at Christkindlmarket Des Moines 2018?
Christkindlmarket Des Moines has to be one of our favorite events! From the volunteers that work hard making sure everything runs smoothly, to the patrons that come out and enjoy all that the market has to offer, Christkindlmarket Des Moines is beyond compare! There are so many unique gifts to choose from, the food is warm and wonderful, the entertainment is excellent, and of course the Glühwein alone is worth the visit!!
What products will you be selling at Christkindlmarket Des Moines 2018 and why did you choose them?
This year Andy will have chainsaw carvings (including new designs!), wooden ware, metal art, and Christmas ornaments.
We hope to have something for everyone!
We can hardly wait for ChristkindlmarketDSM 2018!!!
The Museum of Danish America | Platinum Sponsor
We’re please once again to have The Museum of Danish America join us as a Platinum Sponsor of Christkindlmarket Des Moines taking place this November 30 – December 2, 2018.
The Museum of Danish America (formerly the Danish Immigrant Museum) is a national museum located in Elk Horn, Iowa. Its mission is to “celebrate Danish roots and American dreams.”
They offer a variety of exhibitions, collections, genealogical resources/collections and information on Danish-American culture.
Des Moines European Heritage Association connects Iowans with European traditions, language education and cultural experiences; and it provides resources and tools to other cultural heritage organizations.
Indianola Glass Creations | #CDM2018 Vendor
Tell us about your business
Indianola Glass Creations is a small business in Indianola, Iowa. We make glass artwork, but we also have all the tools one would need to start doing stained and fused glass on their own. In the store we create seasonal items, jewelry and take custom orders to meet the customer’s wishes. Glass classes are offered through out the month and we have a room set up for ceramic painting.
What inspired you to get involved as a vendor at Christkindlmarket Des Moines 2018?
We decided to join Chistkindlmarket because we felt when you think of Germany you may think of glass. This also allows people to buy unique Christmas gifts for their friends and family while supporting a small business.
What products will you be selling at Christkindlmarket Des Moines 2018 and why did you choose them?
We will be selling unique stained and fused glass gift items as well as hand crafted German Heritage items. There will be a variety of Christmas ornaments, hand painted items on glass, and other small hand crafted items that will make the perfect Christmas gift. At Christkindlmarket Des Moines, customers will only see a fraction of what we have to offer and they can see a larger selection at the store in Indianola.
Steinbach Volkskunst GmbH | #CDM2018 Vendor
Tell us about your business
The Steinbach company from Marienberg in the Ore Mountains has been producing nutcrackers, smokers and miniature figures in the traditional way for over 200 years and stands for top quality from its own production in Germany. All figures are “Handmade in Germany.” Each piece of wood that we love to make in our factory is unique, because wood is a living resource, and every single piece has its own story, a story we continue to write. Each step, every detail and every brushstroke is carried out with care and dedication.The entire production process from creation through sampling to final production takes place in our factory in Marienberg in the Ore Mountains. Experience tradition – experience Steinbach.
What inspired you to get involved as a vendor at Christkindlmarket Des Moines 2018?
What products will you be selling at Christkindlmarket Des Moines 2018 and why did you choose them?
- Steinbach Products: Big Nutcrackers, Small Nutcrackers – Chubbys & Trolls, Smokers, Gift boxes
- Glässer products (products of our partner company)
- Gingerbread stuff like hearts and cookies
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Ruhland’s Strudel Haus | #CDM2018 Vendor
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Curbin’ Cuisine | #CDM2018 Vendor
Tell us about your business
Food trucks are a rising tide lifting all boats in the local restaurant industry into a growing new ocean. Without a doubt, Food Trucks have grown in popularity in the Des Moines area greatly since 2015 and we did no want to wait one more moment to get in on the fun. But Curbin’ Cuisine did not start then, it launched in 2013 as a street food cart and went to many farmers markets, city festivals and breweries. With popularity growing quickly from their delicious cuisines, in January 2016 Curbin’ Cuisine Food Truck & Catering launched. And within one very quick and great year, Curbin’ Cuisine was voted top 3 Best of the Best Food Trucks by the viewers of City View Magazine in 2017.
Curbin’ Cuisine is exactly as their motto reads, “Eat Good & Feel Good”. Their globally inspired foods will feed your body & soul as they are made with mixed flavor fusion with tasty sauces & spices and prepared fresh & fast with one goal in mind, a satisfied happy customer.
Curbin’ Cuisine’s Food Truck Menu IS one you will NEVER forget. It will keep you coming back for more time and time again! The staff is fast, fun & friendly and most importantly the food is forkin’ delicious.
What inspired you to get involved as a vendor at Christkindlmarket Des Moines 2018?
Curbin’ Cuisine loves to be apart of unique, one of a kind, festivals in the Des Moines area. Christkindlmarket is just that. It is fun, outdoors and the event coordinators are awesome to work with.
What products will you be selling at Christkindlmarket Des Moines 2018 and why did you choose them?
For this years Christkindlmarket we will be selling some German favorites that have Curbin’ Cuisine’s touches (a few were crowd favorites in 2017):
- The Hogfather (Kielbasa stuffed w/ Pulled Pork & topped w/ BBQ Bacon Kraut)
- German Mac n Cheese
- German Hot Potato Salad
- German Beef & Bacon Skillet Cabbage Dinner
- Fried Mini Apple Pie w/ Ice Cream and Caramel Drizzle
- Bottled Water
- Hot Hazelnut Coffee
Dakota Tinworks | #CDM2018 Vendor
Tell us about your business
Dakota Tinworks is a small, family-owned business, based in Estelline, South Dakota. Karl, who is the family tinsmith, makes a variety of practical and decorative tin items, many of which are based on 19th century historical examples, and are made primarily with 19th century tinsmith’s tools.
Karl trained as a historical tinsmith with Loren Miller at the Stuhr Museum of the Prairie Pioneer in Grand Island, Nebraska, and with master tinsmith William McMillen at Historic Eastfield Village in rural East Nassau, New York.
Karl’s tin work has been purchased by many private individuals across the United States (30 states and counting!), and he has done commissioned work for a variety of people and organizations, including an art museum, a historical society, and two historic sites.
In addition to making tin pieces, Karl also offers 19th century tinsmithing demonstrations. A popular ‘living historian’, Karl’s summer calendar is typically filled with regional living history events, the organizers of which contract with him to interact with the public and demonstrate the art and craft of 19th century tinsmithing.
What inspired you to get involved as a vendor at Christkindlmarket Des Moines 2018?
We wanted to be involved in the Christkindlmarket Des Moines 2018 because we all had such a great experience at the Christkindlmarket in 2017. The organizers were wonderful, the event was enjoyable, the people we met were friendly and interested in what we do, and the sales were fantastic! It was a great way to end our year and we look forward to our return to CDM in 2018!
What products will you be selling at Christkindlmarket Des Moines 2018 and why did you choose them?
We will be offering many of the things we offered in 2017, but plan to bring much more stock with us to meet the demand for items that proved extremely popular like tinsel, ornaments of various kinds, and tree toppers. Karl has already designed a series of new ornaments this year which will be for sale at CDM 2018. In addition, we will be offering candle holders, candle sconces, a variety of lanterns, cookie cutters, cups, and so much more!
Anything else you’d like to share?
We are thrilled to be a part of Christkindlmarket Des Moines for 2018. It’ll be the highlight of our year.
2018 Christkindlmarket Des Moines Entertainment Schedule
Friday, November 30, 2018
11:00 am – 2:00 pm Stu Ryan O’Brien Irish traditional, pub classics and Irish American songs everybody knows. There’s always a wee bit of clappin’, sing along and lots of laughs too!
3:30 pm – 4:30 pm Top Hat Carolers The Top Hat Carolers have been performing throughout Central Iowa for 25 years. They sing traditional Christmas and contemporary holiday songs dressed in Victorian garb.
6:00 pm – 6:10 pm Opening Ceremony
6:10 pm – 6:30 pm – Kantorei Kantorei is a small group of college students drawn from the Grand View Choir that sings a variety of music. For Christkindlmarket Des Moines they will be singing Christmas carols.
6:30 pm – 9:00 pm – Barry Boyce Band The Barry Boyce Band is a group based out of Omaha and has been performing live since 1989. Their performances include a variety of ethnic music featuring old-time German, Czech and Polish polkas and waltzes with English lyrics.
Barry Boyce BandSaturday, December 1, 2018
11:00 am – 12:00 pm Central Iowa Wind Ensemble The Central Iowa Wind Ensemble is an adult symphonic band with musicians drawn from the greater Des Moines area.
12:30 pm – 1:30 pm Central Iowa Wind Ensemble The Central Iowa Wind Ensemble is an adult symphonic band with musicians drawn from the greater Des Moines area.
2:00 pm – 2:30 pm Heartland Youth Choir The Heartland Youth Choir, comprised of 180 singers from central Iowa, is a civic organization providing a performance-based program for youth, emphasizing musical literacy and character development.
2:50 pm – 3:30 pm Schuhplattler Gruppe Edelweiss SG Edelweiss, the award winning Bavarian dance group from St. Paul, MN, will perform traditional German and Austrian folk dances.
4:00 pm – 4:30 pm Foy School of Traditional Irish Dance Celebrate Irish culture with the Foy School of Irish Dance. The revelry includes delightful traditional dances and contemporary choreographed numbers that both enchant and entertain!
5:10 pm – 5:50 pm Schuhplattler Gruppe Edelweiss SG Edelweiss, the award winning Bavarian dance group from St. Paul, MN, will perform traditional German and Austrian folk dances.
6:30 pm – 9:00 pm Malek’s Fishermen Band Oldtime European style Polka Music
Malek’s Fishermen Band at Christkindlmarket Des Moines 2017
Sunday, December 2, 2018
11:10 am – 12:00 pm Schuhplattler Gruppe Edelweiss SG Edelweiss, the award winning Bavarian dance group from St. Paul, MN, will perform traditional German and Austrian folk dances.
12:30 pm – 2:00 pm Metro Brass Quintet The Metro Brass Quintet is based in the Des Moines, Iowa Metropolitan area and plays a wide range of music from polkas to classical to new works!
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm Des Moines Chantant (strolling) Des Moines Chantant was created in 2014 by a group of French-speaking Iowans who wanted to get together and sing in French around Christmas time. We have loved it so much that we are still getting together after 3 years and love to share our French songs.
2:10 pm – 2:50 pm Schuhplattler Gruppe Edelweiss SG Edelweiss, the award winning Bavarian dance group from St. Paul, MN, will perform traditional German and Austrian folk dances.
3:00 – 4:00 pm International Folk Dancing This is a spectator’s participation dance, no experience necessary, Each dance will be taught as we go and dances are from around the world with an emphasis on French Folk Dances.
Des Moines European Heritage Association connects Iowans with European traditions, language education and cultural experiences; and it provides resources and tools to other cultural heritage organizations.