Wachtberg Culture Weeks A unique festival of local artists
Wachtberg · A local festival with music, art and more has been growing during the past ten years in Wachtberg. Visitors are invited again this year to stroll around and experience the artsy atmosphere.
Music and vocals from gospel to jazz, brass bands, paintings, unique jewelry, art graphics, interior accessories, unusual photography and colorful quilts - it all began in the Summer of 2007 and now the “Wachtberg Kulturwochen” (Culture Weeks) has grown into an exceptional cultural festival. The tenth annual Wachtberg Culture Weeks begins on August 26th and will run until September 11. Local artists will open up their ateliers, work spaces and yards to the public.
Organizers say they have experienced growing numbers of visitors for the past ten years. Once again this year, there will be the popular community exhibits in Arzdorf, Gimmersdorf, Niederbachem, Villip and Villiprot. New artists will be on hand along with the ones who are more well-known from past festivals. Mayor Renate Offergeld said, “There’s something to meet everyone’s different tastes.” She recommends to look through the brochure and make a plan of what and where and when to visit, but if you don’t read German, you can still experience and see many displays by just walking around in the participating villages.
Entrance to the festival is free of charge. For three events, seating is reserved only: Friday, August 26 - “Borea Baroque Orchestra”, September 9 - “Spanish song book” and “trio reminiscence” on September 11. One can call (0228) 9 54 40 to reserve seats. All of those performances will be at the Atelier Michael Franke in Gimmersdorf, Ließemer Str. 3.
For those who want to have a look at the brochure, it can be found at: www.wachtberg.de
(Original text: Gabriele Immenkeppel)
