Celebrations to mark the 40th anniversary of Wrexham’s twinning with Markischer Kreis got off to a glorious start over the weekend. Queen’s Square was transformed on Saturday to celebrate Europe Day, an event held to highlight Wrexham’s twinning agreement.
The event invited local businesses, organisations and charities that are involved in the twinning or reflect either Welsh, Polish or German culture. People got to sample the vibrant and fun atmosphere whilst discovering more about various European countries.
There were also performances from local choirs and various clubs, which was compered by Calon FM.
In March 1970 the Wrexham Rural District Council signed a Twinning agreement with a district in Germany, Kreis Iserlohn, with a view to encourage friendship between the two areas especially for young people. 40 years later the twinning has been taken over by the new Council and is still thriving.
Europe Day kicked off a packed week of activities to help mark thw twinning anniversary with Markischer Kreis. An exhibition of work created by primary schoolchildren from Märkischer Kreis and Wrexham will also be on view in Wrexham Library Community Gallery throughout this week.
Theatr Ifanc Rhos will be presenting a performance featuring their twin music group, Spielmannzug Drupplingsen in the Stiwt, Rhos. This young music group from Märkischer Kreis has been involved in a successful Twinning with Theatr Ifanc for several years.
The week ends with a Celebration Evening in the memorial Hall on Friday October 22nd, attended by the Mayor of Märkischer Kreis and different groups from Germany who will be over to celebrate the anniversary
The evening will feature several musical groups from both Wrexham and Märkischer Kreis.
Tickets are limited but can be obtained in advance from the Tourist Information Centre (01978) 292015.
