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Monday, December 8, 2014

Weihnachtsmarkt In Sparta, New Jersey Held On December 7, 2014

Once again, Lake Mohawk in Sparta, NJ held its annual German Weihnachtsmarkt on December 6 and 7, 2014.  I went on December 7.  The event seems to be getting more and more popular.  I did not arrive until a little after 3:00 (the closing time was 5:00) and it was still packed.

Here is the scenery as I walked toward the market:
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I saw a wood carver working on a creation:
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Here is a brief video showing his skills:

The url for the above video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jQLNwRGZVFM

The entrance:
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Look at this wooden bear:
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Now look at the pricetag!
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Other sights ...


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That is an angry looking eagle:
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Here is a sample of what I purchased (all German-made):
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This owl looks as angry as the eagle:
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I would like to give a spacial salute to a woman who used to set up at the Sparta and Clark German events.  She passed away earlier in the year.  I made purchases from her over the years and this event was the last time the people connected to her set up.  I walked away with a large haul of her stock at this event.  I will continue to decorate with these fine items well into the future.

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