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Tea and coffee and a warm meal await visitors. Everyone is warmly invited to sit together in the atmospherically decorated room and meet old and new acquaintances while enjoying live music. Anyone who would like to help out on this day or make a donation for it can write to literaturhaus@stjakobi.de. We look forward to celebrating with you!
With their blend of "Rhythm & Blues" and a touch of "Sixty Soul," they have built up a fan base all around the globe. The band has received countless awards such as the "German Blues Award" and the title of "best blues band in Europe" from French music editors; their CD "Unique Taste" was honored with the German Record Critics' Award. B.B. & The Blues Shacks stand for great live performances and have thus also established themselves as a top act overseas. They have played in Dubai, at the Doheny Festival in Los Angeles, and at the Byron Bay Festival in Australia with artists such as Bob Dylan, B.B. King, and Elvis Costello before tens of thousands of people, and they will once again be at the top of their game this Christmas Eve. Line-up: Andreas Arlt (voc, g), Michael Arlt (voc, harp), Dennis Koeckstadt (organ, p), Henning Hauerken (b), Andre Werkmeister (dr, perc) Members of Bischofsmühle Cyclus 66 e.V. are, as always, admitted free on Christmas Eve. Written reservations by email to Achim at booking@bischofsmuehle.de are required
As a special highlight, the traditional heart of the Christmas market, the historic market square of the city, once again features a Christmas pyramid. Alongside arts and crafts and food and drink offerings, small wooden huts around the market fountain decorate the square, their design echoing the half-timbered style of old Hildesheim buildings. In these stalls, vendors offer, among other things, many Christmas items and accessories. Several large fir trees, as in recent years, also create a wintery Christmas atmosphere. Against the impressive backdrop of the market square with the famous Knochenhauer-Amtshaus, an approximately 10-meter-high Christmas tree once again provides a very special festive glow. But the square An der Lilie also invites visitors to stroll leisurely and enjoy themselves in a relaxed atmosphere, with numerous stalls framed by tall fir trees. The Christmas market is open daily from 12 noon to 8 p.m. Individual stalls are open from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
At Christmastime, stories of extraordinary births take center stage, such as the birth of Jesus. But ancient Egypt also has such a child: Horus, son of Osiris, grows up in secret and is destined to become ruler. What lies behind his story, and why do cultures tell stories about such special children?
Creative Time Drawing: Phoenix, Bat and Plum Blossom. Chinese decorative painting is full of poetry and lightness. Whether on silk, porcelain or paper, the delicate or powerful brushstrokes of Chinese artists enchant the viewer. In the first step, originals are sketched and later completed into small pictorial works of art. (You are welcome to bring your own brushes) The number of participants is limited to 15. The minimum number of participants per session is 5. If the minimum number of participants is not reached 3 days before the event, the session must unfortunately be cancelled. Each session stands on its own and can be attended independently of the others. Materials will be provided on loan or for use. Tickets can be purchased via the online shop or at the museum ticket office.
Musically, things are happening on two stages: the popular lakeside stage and the new Steg 28 Stage with DJ sounds for a very special atmosphere. There’s plenty for younger guests too: stick bread by the fire bowl, a slide, creative workshops, and numerous hands-on activities make the visit an experience for the whole family. Highlight on Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m.: the spectacular fire show by Luminas & Shadow! Sunday is for families: look forward to, among other things, a climbing tower from Jimmy's Spielewelt, a hands-on activity by the Waldorfschule, and relaxed, family-friendly music for a cozy finale. As a family special, admission on Sunday costs only €2.
