IshpemingFriday, November 13
Ishpeming names Paul Benetti its first Cheermeister ahead of the Kriskindlmarkt
The Daily Marquette team
Ishpeming now has a Cheermeister. Paul Benetti, former owner of the Congress Lounge, got the title Thursday night at the first Cheermeister's Ball in the Mather Ballroom. Founder Kevin Corkin said the title goes to someone from Marquette County, at least 21, who gives back time, talent or treasure, and serves as the market's ambassador.
Ishpeming's Kriskindlmarkt is scheduled for four market days
- Nov. 12Paul Benetti is named Ishpeming's first Cheermeister at the ball.
- Nov. 27Kriskindlmarkt is scheduled for its first market day.
- Nov. 28Kriskindlmarkt is scheduled for a second market day.
- Dec. 4Kriskindlmarkt is scheduled for a third market day.
- Dec. 5Kriskindlmarkt is scheduled for its last market day.
Source: WZMQ 19 News
That market is the Kriskindlmarkt, the U.P.'s first European-style Christmas market. Corkin says it has "the whole nine yards for year number one." Mayor-elect Brett Argall said people from around the state and country are planning to visit. A preview of the ball said guests would get the first taste of Cheermeister ale and coffee. Yes, those exist.
- Where: Ishpeming
- Expected: crowds from across the Midwest
- Organizers hope the ball becomes an annual event
The market promises food, drink, shopping and music
| What | What you'll find |
|---|---|
| Setting | Lights and wooden huts |
| Drinks | Mulled wine, hot cocoa, beer |
| Food | Brown pretzels |
| Shopping | Dozens of vendors, Christmas-themed handicrafts |
| Music | Live music |
Source: WZMQ 19 News
Sources: WZMQ 19 News, Upper Michigan's Source