Group 1 - The event "Winter Solstice as Important as New Year" was launched in Suzhou, celebrating the third anniversary of the inclusion of "Suzhou Winter Solstice Customs" as a provincial intangible cultural heritage [1] - The event aims to combine government and enterprise efforts, cultural tourism integration, and community participation to revitalize consumer activity in the ancient city while preserving cultural heritage [1] - A manual titled "Walking Through Time and Space" was released, featuring 73 hand-drawn elements, 2 maps, and 11 educational routes, promoting the transmission of Suzhou's winter solstice customs [1] Group 2 - The event showcased intangible cultural heritage through various crafts, including jade carving, Song brocade, and paper-cutting, with a focus on the theme of the upcoming Year of the Horse [2] - A donation ceremony was held to provide winter care packages to vulnerable groups, enhancing the warmth and community spirit of the event [2] - A new warm service station was established to offer basic public services to new employment groups and local residents, enhancing the city's service quality [2] Group 3 - A diverse market was launched at the event, featuring stalls with traditional Suzhou snacks, embroidery, and other cultural products, igniting consumer enthusiasm [3] - The "Winter Solstice Food Market" showcased various traditional foods and beverages, continuing until the following day [3] - The "New Year Warm Market" will gather traditional winter solstice delicacies and cultural products, running until December 28 [3]

Core Points - The 11th "Winter Solstice as Important as New Year" cultural event and "Civilization Warm Winter Action, Fortune Benefits Gusu" winter consumption promotion will be held on December 19 at Xinyi Square, Guanqian Street [1] - The "Guanqian Interesting Place - New Year Goods Warm Winter Market" has opened with over 40 stalls featuring traditional winter solstice foods, brand new year goods, intangible cultural heritage creative products, unique local specialties, and trendy dining options [1] - The event is organized by multiple local cultural institutions, including the Suzhou Intangible Cultural Heritage Protection Management Office and various district committees, and includes an opening ceremony, winter solstice food market, and a series of warm winter markets [1]