This weekend: Christkindlmarkt brings holiday cheer 

The Carmel Christkindlmarkt is back, transforming Center Green into a festive European-style holiday market filled with lights, music and seasonal treats.The Carmel Christkindlemarkt will run Nov. 23-Dec. 24, 2024. (Photos/Roben Bellomo, Bellomo Studios, Carmel Christkindlmarkt) A cherished Carmel tradition, the market offers handcrafted gifts, German food, glühwein and family-friendly activities, making it a must-visit.Open Nov. 23 through Dec. 24, the market is expected to bring in nearly 500,000 visitors. Last year alone the sales totaled $9.1 million. New food, drink and gift offerings this year include: Feuerzangenbowle: a flaming, German cocktail traditionally enjoyed with friends and family at home. The experience includes the ceremonial lighting of the sugar cone. Knodel and champignons: a vegan hut offering dumplings and sauteed mushrooms in garlic sauce. Zinnstadt: a pewter booth offering hand-painted German ornaments and steins. Werkstatt souvenirs: a gift shop dedicated to the sale of items made by visiting German artisans, including hand-carved figures, glass creations and more. Custom glass ornaments: limited-edition Carmel Christkindlmarkt collectible ornaments with blown glass and hand-drawn paintings. The Carmel Christkindlemarkt will run Nov. 23-Dec. 24, 2024. (Photos/Roben Bellomo, Bellomo Studios, Carmel Christkindlmarkt) Founded as a nonprofit in 2017, Christkindlmarkt received national awards in 2019, 2021, 2022 and...