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Gerlinde Kretschmann: A warm farewell for singers at Wilhelma
Gerlinde Kretschmann invites singers to Wilhelma to honor their volunteer work and celebrate lively civic engagement.
Gerlinde Kretschmann: A warm farewell for singers at Wilhelma
Gerlinde Kretschmann, the wife of Baden-Württemberg's Prime Minister Winfried Kretschmann, has once again invited volunteers to the Wilhelma for an exchange. Many singers from choirs and singing societies were present at this special event. The event took place for the third time and shows the appreciation for the commitment of these women.
The 77-year-old herself has been active in the church choir in Laiz, a suburb of Sigmaringen, for almost 30 years. She uses this platform to honor the singers' commitment, which she believes is an essential expression of a vibrant civil society. “Voluntary work is indispensable,” emphasizes Kretschmann and emphasizes the importance of women who bear responsibility in various musical associations.
A farewell at Wilhelma
This year will also be special as it will be Gerlinde Kretschmann's last appearance of this kind. Her husband's term ends in 2024, making the event an emotional farewell. In recent years, other committed women have also been honored, for example in 2024 women from hiking clubs or those who were active during the corona pandemic.
The singers were enthusiastic about the invitation to the zoological and botanical garden. Joy and gratitude were palpable among the participants. Christa Erath, the first chairwoman of the New Black Forest Choir Association, and Monika Fecker, youth representative, expressed their appreciation for Gerlinde Kretschmann's commitment and the importance of volunteerism in society.
Family ties and gifts
A warm detail of the event was the gift from Daniela Hertenstein, who brought a jar of pickled asparagus. Gerlinde Kretschmann's sister, Annette Kienle, was also present. She is also a singer and emphasizes the family singing tradition. With her background as a florist trainer, she shares an interest in Wilhelma and the diverse activities that take place there.
At a time when volunteer work is often pushed into the background, Gerlinde Kretschmann sets an example and honors the people who are involved in choirs and bands. Your initiative shows how important it is to promote this commitment in society and to make the diversity of volunteer work visible.
Further information about this event can be found on the website Stuttgart News and Wilhelma be read.