Sylt in November

Sylt in November

Sylt in November. Gray clouds, rough sea, lots of wind, and rain. That’s how I imagine (late) autumn on the North Sea. But, and this is also part of the truth, in this season, the island exudes a calmness that quickly transfers to me. So, in case the train brings me safely and somewhat punctually – which at least succeeds

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Vernissage at bskunst: Newcomer in focus

Vernissage at bskunst: Newcomer in focus

The world of art is constantly in motion. In this exciting environment, there are always emerging talents who stand out with fresh ideas and unique perspectives. The association “bskunst” has made it its mission to give these creatives a stage. Currently, an exhibition titled “Newcomer 2” is running in the foyer of the Centro Hotel. I had the opportunity to

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Rühme: From asparagus to industrial area

Rühme: From asparagus to industrial area

Asparagus, the long, slim vegetable is today’s topic. During an urban quarter guided tour Volker Abrolat, a guardian of the cultural heritage, revives the history of Rühme. The former village looks back on a long tradition. The first documented mention dates back to the year 1007. The first settlers established themselves in the common reed – nobody knows why. Even

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#kunsttour23

#kunsttour23

There is something going on in Brunswieck – culturally. First of all there were the musically and artistically highlights of Buskers in May this year and secondly of the „Kulturnacht“ on June 17th. This weekend comes the next coup, the #kunsttour23. At last the bohemian way of life comes into one’s own. It is just now that I realize how

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Buskers Braunschweig 2023: kids are the secret stars

Buskers Braunschweig 2023: kids are the secret stars

Last year I was hooked on the „Buskers“ festival. Today I still like to remember the six Frenchmen from the year 2022 who amused me so much. This year there is once again a diversified programme made of floor shows and bands. This time I join the festival already on Friday watching the performance of Cirque Tango from Argentina and

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Museum Hinter Aegidien: Goddess of arts & crafts

Museum Hinter Aegidien: Goddess of arts & crafts

„Do it yourself, make it new, make it nice“, this triad is the motto of the artistry of the art nouveau period. The exhibition „Goddess of art nouveau“ is dedicated to this art historical era at the edge of the 19th century to the 20 th century. The composition of the exhibits focuses on the role of women at that

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Ein Wochenende der Kunst in Braunschweig

Ein Wochenende der Kunst in Braunschweig

This march does not do what I want: it is colt, mostly grey and it rains a lot. In other words, it is not really hiking or bicycling weather. That’s why we decided on a weekend of art. Cinema, a themed tour within the Botanical Garden and an opening are on our programme. We start with Steven Spielberg’s The Fabelmans

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Shanaya: 60 years of German-Turkish friendship

Shanaya: 60 years of German-Turkish friendship

60 years of German-Turkish friendship (GTf) is the slogan of the “Gurbet-Tour” by Shanaya, a band from Hanover on the occasion of 60 years “home” in Lower Saxony. What is the reason for the Gurbet-Tour? Gurbet means “emigrant”. It is about theGerman-Turkish recruiting agreement, which was signed 60 years ago (meanwhile 61 years). Due to the Corona pandemic the concert

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Charkiw: caught between yesterday and today

Charkiw: caught between yesterday and today

We stand at the Waisenhausdamm. Street number 8-11 is our goal. The former florist shop is currently home of an foto exhibition. It is about Charkiw, a city in the east of Ukraine. A city, which name and geography was only known to a handful of people. In the past weeks however, the second biggest city of the Ukraine become

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Buskers Brunswick 2022: Six Frenchmen Sechs rocked the festival

Buskers Brunswick 2022: Six Frenchmen Sechs rocked the festival

Summer, sun, music and a good mood. That could be the motto for this years’s festival at Brunswick. From friday to sunday evening different bands and artists are performing in the city. My favourite act are six artists from France. The sextet is called „Demain on change tout“. The guys are so fascinating that in comparison the pied piper is

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