From Galena, with mischief

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Journal.

Stories from the workshop, the street, and the delightfully unexpected places Krampy turns up.

A warm Galena welcome

2025 Galena Halloween Parade.

Krampy made his first public appearance at this year’s Galena Halloween Parade, and we couldn’t be happier with the warm welcome he received. With his festive horns and furry grin, Krampy, Galena’s lovable black sheep, just wants to be part of the holiday cheer.

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Galena Gazette · October 28, 2025

Galena Christmas Company has a spooky side.

Kimberley Poe-Jensen spoke with Thom Kramer about building Galena Christmas Company with his son Reese, from its first run of locally inspired ornaments to lanterns, nutcrackers, scented candles, custom work, and a growing Etsy audience.

The feature explores the German folklore behind the Krampus collection and the family’s love of creating keepsakes people will want to hold onto for years.

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Recent local coverage · December 2, 2025

Krampy at Jeep Jingle.

Recent Jeep Jingle coverage caught Krampy at the parade and party, meeting visitors and posing for photos despite the snow.

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Country Crafts & Sports · Main Street · December 13, 2025

Galena’s Night of Luminaria & Living Windows.

Krampy spent the evening at Country Crafts & Sports, meeting neighbors and adding a little mischief to Main Street’s holiday tradition.

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