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A Monthly Guide to Living in Basel November 2015 LETTER FROM THE EDITOR

Dear Readers, With the leaves already down and the ski season not yet upon us, ­November in Basel is not the most exciting month weather-wise. It is, however, sizzling International November 2015 Volume 4 Issue 3 with exciting activities and entertainment, starting with the fabulous Herbst­ messe (Fall Fair) that is already in full swing, and ending with the official TABLE OF CONTENTS start of the Christmas season. During the last week of the month, the light- School ing of the Christmas illuminations, the opening of the Christmas markets, Events in Basel: November 2015 4–7 and the picturesque Stadtlauf (city run) all take place in the festively deco- Rheinfelden rated streets of Basel’s city center. In addition to the Christmas markets, November features many other markets Fun Outings: Beyond Basel 8 and fairs to suit every taste and interest. There are flea markets, a collec- tors’ market, sports market, a pharmacy antiques market, and of course the At academia we Markets and Fairs 9–11 beloved annual Anglican Church Christmas Bazaar. Various fairs feature the • Educate the whole individual: academically, socially, best of books, ancient art, youth education and travel, as well as weddings physically and emotionally and parties and everything that goes along with them. Festivals also abound, • Nurture students to reach their full potential and pursue Inside Basel: Basel and Books 12–13 celebrating film, art, food, gypsy music, the Czech composer Martinˇu, and excellence in everything they do the beauty of Iceland through CULTURESCAPES. And don’t miss the fantas- • Foster a love of learning and creativity tic new exhibits, from comic journalism to wildlife photography. • Develop compassionate global ambassadors Did you know? 14–15 • Emphasize team work and problem solving Above all, however, November is the month that offers the most diverse range of entertainment in Basel, from events that you can watch, such as Calendar: November 2015 16–17 Preschool / Primary / Pre-College (K-8) circuses, theater, comedy, interactive theater, musicals, variety shows, chil- • Bilingual Education (German/English) dren’s opera, Irish dance, or ballet, to those in which you can participate, like • Integrated Cambridge International Curriculum and Sports and Recreation 18–20 dance parties and classic ballroom dance. You also can enjoy tastings of Basel Stadt Curriculum French wines, Champagne, Amarone wines, and whiskies and bourbons. College (9-12) There is also an abundant range of concerts representing any type of format Workshops, Tours, and Education 21–23 and musical style. You can go to a matinée; family concert; choir perfor- • High Quality Exam Preparation mance; or chamber music, symphony, or philharmonic music concert. Mu- • Entry into Swiss and International Universities Entertainment: Night on the Town 24–31 sical styles range from classic and modern classic music to reggae, Gospel, jazz, blues, bluegrass, pipes and drums, Irish, folk music, and classic rock Phone +41 61 260 20 80 www.academia-international.ch bands like Bob Dylan, Scorpions, and Deep Purple. ■ English-medium day school: Ticket Office: Get Your Tickets Now! back page As always, there are numerous sports events to watch or participate in, such Kindergarten and Primary sections as the BaselHead rowing-regatta and the Stadtlauf. The “Räbeliechtli-Umzug” ■ Internationally recognised programmes Mark Your Calendar: Dec. 2015 / Jan. 2016 back page (turnip lantern procession) on St. Martin’s Day is also a delightful Swiss and qualifications t r­adition to experience. Finally, you can learn all about the long history of paper, printing, and books in Basel; a youth music competition; Basel’s Pro- ■ German second language fessional Women’s Group, which this year celebrates its 25th anniversary; of instruction and how to support underprivileged children this Christmas both in Basel and abroad through an unusual gift exchange or the “Christmas in a shoe- ■ Individual coaching and mentoring box” program. ■ Part time options available Wishing you an entertaining month! 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Ben Vautier. Is Everything Art? Puppet Theater—Pinocchio Joe Sacco. Comics Journalist Until January 22, 2016 November 4, 11, 14, and 15 November 7, 2015 – April 24, 2016 Ben Vautier has been part of the art scene since the The Basler Marionettentheater will be pre- Joe Sacco (born 1960) is a Maltese journalist and cartoonist living in the late 1950s as an artist, performer, organizer, linguis- senting the classic story of Pinocchio, the United States. He has revived “comics journalism” and developed it to tic inventor, and re-thinker of art. He is one of the pio- wooden figure that comes to life one night perfection. Today, he is considered the most important representative neers of the Fluxus movement in Europe and is known when a fairy breathes life into him. Families of the genre. His reports from conflict zones offer deep insight into ar- for his text images that, using brief, pithy phrases, with kids starting at age 5 can enjoy this eas of the world where discrimination, hate, persecution, and war are equally question and challenge life and art. Museum magical story and the lost art of large-mari- ever-present. In his books, Sacco lends a voice to people suffering from Tinguely stages the first comprehensive retrospective onette theater. The shows start at 15:00, violent conflicts and thus arouses understanding and empathy in the of Ben Vautier’s works in Switzerland. Alongside an lasts 85 minutes (including intermission), readers. The raw material for Sacco’s reports consists mainly of inter- overview of the first 20 years of his creativity, Vautier and are in Basel dialect. Tickets can be pur- views conducted on site and is supplemented by intense research, in this exhibit sets up more than 30 rooms with over chased online, at Bider & Tanner, or at the sketches, and photographs. The exhibition at the Cartoonmuseum 400 works—comments on various social, artistic, and theater box office. ­Basel comprises more than 200 original drawings, from Sacco’s auto- political topics—and takes a stance. www.bmtheater.ch biographical and political early works to his well-known reports “Pal- www.tinguely.ch estine,” “Safe Area Goražde,” and “Footnotes in Gaza” and his latest satirical works. Clair-Obscur Film Festival www.cartoonmuseum.ch November 5–7 All are invited to the Markthalle for this 18th edition of the Clair-Obscur Räbeliechtli-Umzug (Turnip Lantern Procession) film festival, where you can expect the unexpected. There will be inter- November 11 CULTURESCAPES—Iceland 2015 Station Circus national movies of all genres, all lengths, and all kinds of performanc- Until November 28 November 1, 5, 6, 7, 8, and 12 es. A platform for the friends of the cinema, cineasts, and consumers A wonderful November tradi- of moving pictures. The organizers are dedicated to independence, tion in Basel and surrounding Each year, the CULTURESCAPES festival helps audiences gain a deep- Set up at the Dreispitz, Station Circus features various circus acts selflessness, ensuring artistic freedom, and accepting no compromise; areas, as well as other parts er insight into the current cultural and creative activities of a different throughout the year. They can be reached by trams 10 and 11 or busses they succeed in making the audience scrutinize what is being offered, of German-speaking Switzer- country. The focus of this 30th edition of CULTURESCAPES is Iceland. 36, 37, and 47, stop “Dreispitz.” which is a far cry from the usual commercial entertainment fare of TV land, is the Räbeliechtli-Um- The festival will be focusing on four different aspects of Iceland: nature November 1: The Nicole & Martin theater/circus group will be present- and movies. Entrance to the festival is free; visitors must be at least zug (turnip lantern proces- as a source of beauty, inspiration, and self-perception; the financial ing two classic productions from the Brothers Grimm—“Bremer Stadt- 16 years old. sion), which takes place on or crisis and resilience through culture; social relationships in a small musikanten” (The Musicians of Bremen) and “Hänsel and Gretel.” These around November 11 to com- country; and “the end of the world” and the future of this world. The www.clair-obscur.ch award-winning shows combine narrative, music, song, dance, juggling, memorate St. Martin’s Day. exhibitions and presentations will take place in many locations; visit acrobatics, laughter, goosebumps, and wild imagination for the whole During the procession, chil- their website for the comprehensive schedule. family (suitable for kids ages 6 and up). The show starts at 11:00; Tick- Children’s Theater—Mother Hulda dren carry lanterns carved from turnips hanging by strings from a stick www.culturescapes.ch ets are CHF 27 for adults and CHF 17 for kids and students. and lit with tea lights. There are several of these processions in Basel November 7–29 November 5–8: In the program “La Folle and its suburbs; all are welcome to participate, or you can simply come Allure. Le Fabuleux Cirque,” a delicate The Basler Kinder Theater is presenting its new production, the Broth- and watch if you prefer. Basel’s main procession, with about 1,500 chil- Children’s Theater—Mary Poppins and absurd madness drives this poetic ers Grimm’s classic fairytale “Frau Holle” (Mother Hulda) every Wednes- dren participating, takes place on November 11 at 18:45. The event Until February 3 duo as they perform their miraculous ac- day, Saturday, and Sunday. This version is in Basel dialect and is suit- starts at Münsterplatz with the singing of some traditional songs. The able for kids ages 4 and up. Tickets are CHF 15 for kids ages 4–16, The classic story of Mary Pop- robatics in the air and on bikes—a lyrical procession will then set off at 19:00 and wind its way through Ritter- CHF 20 for adults, or CHF 10 and CHF 15 with the Familienpass. pins, nanny to the Banks family circus world unfolds. The shows on Thurs- gasse, Bäumleingasse, and Freie Strasse to the Marktplatz, where in London and their two children, day, Friday, and Saturday begin at 20:00 www.baslerkindertheater.ch ­everybody will be treated to some hot tea. Jane and Michael, comes to life and the Sunday show starts at 15:00; tick- ets are CHF 20 for adults and CHF 15 for on the stage of the Theater John Wood and Paul Harrison – Some Things are Hänsel & Gretel Reloaded ­Arlecchino in Basel (Walkeweg kids and students. ­Undesigned November 15 122) every Wednesday, Satur- November 12: “Jeudi Cirque” is circus on a high level taking place on day, and Sunday at 14:30 (doors one Thursday evening per month where local and international artists November 7, 2015 – January 23, 2016 In this fun version of the famous fairytale “Hänsel and Gretel,” the sib- open at 14:00) until early Febru- present excerpts of their latest programs. The show starts at 20:00, Von Bartha gallery presents an ambitious new exhibition by British art- lings come to a delicious gingerbread house and experience magical ary. The production is ideal for and the Circus Bar is open before and after the show to enhance the ists John Wood and Paul Harrison, displaying the full range of their adventures with the beautiful witch and her enchanted ravens. Tremble families with children ages 4 circus ambience. Tickets are CHF 25 for adults and CHF 18 for kids and current practice, including video, photography, drawing, and sculpture, along with Hänsel and Gretel at the creepy parts and dance and sing and up and is played and sung in Swiss dialect. Tickets can be pur- students. in a unique maze-like setting of their own design. By transforming the with them to the “Gute Laune Hexentanz” (good-mood witches dance). With gorgeous music and fast-paced, witty staging, this groovy pop mu- chased directly online and are CHF 20 for adults, CHF 15 for children; www.stationcircus.ch gallery’s large open-plan space into a labyrinthine network of rooms, CHF 5 reduction per person with the Familienpass. Wood and Harrison invite viewers into their idiosyncratic, sometimes sical is sure to excite big and small fairytale fans alike. The two perfor- absurdist, world. The walls, con- mances will take place at the Stadt-Casino in Basel at 14:00 and 17:00. www.theater-arlecchino.ch Musical Theater—Gold structed from cardboard with Tickets are available through Ticketcorner and cost CHF 36.10–56.50 November 1, 15, and 28 over-sized or miniature doors, for adults and CHF 25.90–46.30 for kids up to age 12. Grosser Bruder (Big Brother) This is the Swiss premiere of a musical theater for kids, based on the echo the stage sets in their films www.queen-bee.ch and nod towards one of their November 1, 6, 7, and 8 Grimm brother’s fairytale “The Fisherman and his Wife.” Jacob lives at newer pieces, A Film About a sea with his poor parents when he catches a huge fish that can grant BeFlügelt The Vorstadttheater in Basel will be presenting this production entitled wishes, turning the fate of the family. With humor and music, the City (2015)—a large wooden “Grosser Bruder,” a humorous piece that playfully takes a personal 40-minute musical comedy examines the fine line between necessities architectural model of a dys- November 15 look at siblings. With mostly physicality and almost no words, siblings and excess. Playful and groundbreaking music comforts little Jacob, functional cityscape. Else- Gare des Enfants is a small music theater of a different kind. They will in this theater piece go on the search for the meaning of life. There are who realizes that something is wrong with adults who take more from where, the sounds and visu- be presenting “BeFlügelt,” a juxtaposition of sounds and bodies, of play- matinée and evening presentations; tickets range from CHF 10–25, with nature than it can give. “Gold,” one of the most popular operas for chil- als of films bleed into one another, both deliberately referencing and ful dance and music by Mozart and Cage. This musical performance reductions offered for families. For tickets, simply fill out their online dren, is coming for the first time to Switzerland for three performances complementing the other. The exhibition at von Bartha (Kannenfeld- plays with feet, hands, and sounds and is ideal for families with kids form under “Tickets” and indicate the number of tickets and the date at Theater Basel. Shows start at 15:00; tickets are CHF 20 for adults platz 6, Basel) is open during the gallery’s opening hours Tuesday to ages 5 and up. Cost is CHF 15 for adults, CHF 10 for kids, and CHF 30 and time requested. and CHF 12 for kids and students. Friday from 14:00–18:00 and Saturday from 11:00–16:00. for families. Reserve your tickets online. www.vorstadt-theater.ch www.theater-basel.ch www.vonbartha.com www.garedunord.ch/garedesenfants

4 Basel Life Magazine / www.basellife.com photo credits: © eva vautier, © theater arlecchino, © jouni ihalainen photo credits: © basler marionettentheater, © john wood and paul harrison, semiautomatic painting machine 2014, courtesy the artists and von bartha, © micha l. rieser November 2015 5 Events in Basel: November 2015 (continued)

Music Concert and Children’s Workshop Missa Solemnis Wildlife Photographer of the Year November 15 November 21 and 22 November 27, 2015 – April 3, 2016 Begegnung mit Musik (Encounter with Music) is the name of this con- The Basler Gesangverein (Basel Singing Club) is the oldest existing Wildlife Photographer of the Year, globally recognized for outstanding cert series that invites the public to enjoy a chamber music concert in mixed choir in Switzerland and performs at least two concerts annu- nature photography, is an annual international wildlife photography a cozy setting at the Museum Kleines Klingental. Each concert is ac- ally. This November, they will be presenting Bethoven’s “Missa Solemnis” competition organized by the Natural History Museum in London and companied by a music workshop for children and families. The children at the Basler Münster at 20:00 on Saturday and 17:00 on Sunday. Tickets BBC Wildlife. The competition invites young, amateur, and professional listen to the beginning of the concert, experience the sound of the range from CHF 20–70 and are available through their website or at photographers worldwide to put nature into a frame and raise aware- chamber music, and then join a workshop for a playful approach to Bider & Tanner. ness of its beauty and fragility. Basel’s Naturhistorisches Museum (Museum of Natural History) will be the exclusive Swiss location for music and musical instruments. Ensemble Fiacorda, consisting of two www.bs-gesangverein.ch violins, a viola, a violoncello, a bass, a clarinet, a bassoon, and a horn this year’s exhibit of “Wildlife Photographer of the Year.” Anyone look- instrument, will be playing works by Mozart, Brahms, and Boccherini ing at the photographs of the contest will be fascinated and touched by Promenades Matinée Concert—Zauberflöte & Krenek at 17:00. Tickets can be purchased from Bider & Tanner and cost CHF 30 the magic and the power of nature. The wealth of motifs and the range for adults (CHF 15 if accompanied by children); kids (up to age 18) are free. November 22 of stylistic expression is a reflection of the beauty of nature. Surprising animal portraits, dramatic snapshots, or poetic landscapes—the pho- www.netzwerk-kammermusik.ch/1/Begegung-mit-Musik “Promenades” is a chamber music series that is a collaboration be- tween Sinfonieorchester Basel and Gare du Nord, at the Badischer tographs show the amazing variety of life on our planet and simulta­ Bahnhof. Each Promenade concert forms a thematic link to the sym- neously emphasize its vulnerability. In conjunction with this special Winter Circus phony concert held in the following week at the Stadt-Casino or, in the ­exhibit, Basel’s Natural History Museum will be conducting their own case of this concert, to Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s opera “Die Zauber­ photography contest that is intended exclusively for amateur photo­ November 19 – December 20 flöte” (The Magic Flute) at Theater Basel. This promenade connects graphers. All submissions will be shown at the museum; you can find Circus Go is presenting its Christmas circus entitled “Circus für alle Mozart with Ernst Krenek. Throughout Krenek’s 4th string quartet, op. 24, details and rules about the contest at www.nmb.bs.ch/schnappschuss. Sinne” (Circus for all the senses). They will be pitching their tent in one can identify his study of Mozart’s compository works, as they are www.nmb.bs.ch Aesch at Parkplatz Löhren­ revealed in his own piece. The promenade concert, which offers free acker. There will be tradition- childcare, will be held at the Gare du Nord at 11:00. After the concert, al circus acrobatics, juggling, you can join a brunch in the Bar du Nord. Please notify them at 061- and clown acts, all with a 683-1313 in advance if you plan to use the childcare service. Tickets for ­fairytale theme. Tickets are the concert are CHF 31 for adults, CHF 20.80 for students, CHF 8.60 for CHF 30–65 for adults and kids, and free for kids under 6 (discounts with the Familienpass), and CHF 20–45 for kids ages 2–12; can be purchased at Bider & Tanner or via the Sinfonieorchester Basel they can be purchased online website. through www.starticket.ch or www.sinfonieorchesterbasel.ch in person at post offices, ­Manor, SBB, and Coop. Check their website for dates and Sonntagsmatinée times; there are afternoon November 22 and evening presentations; you can also enjoy dinner or brunch during If a late Sunday-morning concert appeals to you and your family, why Official Start of the Christmas Season in Basel the show. For more information, go to their website. not listen to the Zürcher Kammerorchester play compositions by November 26 www.circus-go.ch Beethoven? The concert will be at the Stadt-Casino Basel at 11:00; tickets range from CHF 46–63. The holiday season in Basel officially starts on November 26 at Family Sunday “Adventssingen” 18:30, with the lighting of the Christmas illuminations along the www.konzerte-basel.ch Family Concert November 29 town center’s streets, including some 100 decorated Christmas November 21 and 22 Come to Park im Grünen on the first Sunday of Advent for a festive trees. Shops, businesses, and numerous facades will also sparkle Christmas Market in Kleinbasel in bright lights. The illuminations begin at Aeschenplatz, lead via Through singing, playing, and narrating, the students of the Schola morning of singing and music from 11:00–12:00. The Jugendchor Bott- November 25 – December 23 Aeschenvorstadt, Freie Strasse, and Eisengasse to the Mittlere Cantorum Basiliensis Allgemeine Schule will be presenting “Das kle- mingen (youth choir Bottmingen), accompanied by pianist Philippe Brücke, and then all the way to Messeplatz, reportedly making it ine Blau und das kleine Gelb” (The Little Blue and the Little Yellow). The Magic of Advent Christmas market in Kleinbasel will take place for Rayot and other musicians, will entertain you with cheerful and con- Europe’s longest “Christmas street.” The official lighting ceremony The performances will take place at the Musikschule Riehen (Rössli- the first time this year at Rheingasse. It offers stalls filled with wares, templative songs to get you into the Christmas spirit. Following the will be held at the Münsterplatz, where the President of Basel’s city gasse 51, Riehen) on November 21 at 17:00 and at the Klaus Linder- culinary delights, and a program for the little ones; enjoy a magical event you can enjoy a meal at their self-service restaurant, where you government, Dr. Guy Morin, will introduce the Christmas season Saal of the Musik-Akademie Basel (Leonhardstrasse 6) on November atmosphere with Gypsy wagons, jugglers, and acrobats. can receive a 20% discount off your total consumption. with a speech. The lighting of the Christmas illuminations will be 22 at 11:00. The concert is ideal for kids ages 6 and up. Entrance is free www.rheingasse.ch www.seegarten-gruen80.ch/park/veranstaltungen.html preceded by a short concert by the brass ensemble of the Musik to members of the Musik Akademie, otherwise CHF 15 for adults, CHF 5 Akademie Basel and Theater Basel’s Extra-Choir. The Basel Asso- with Familienpass. ciation of Charitable Nursing and Retirement Homes will be on www.musikschule-basel.ch GO hand to offer free tea, mulled wine, or soup to warm you up and Ahead With English help welcome the Christmas season to Basel. Pre-school On this evening, Basel’s downtown retailers will stay open until 22:00, KidsHotel to allow shoppers get a head start on their Christmas shopping. November 21 and 22 Pre-school Open Morning The lighting of the Christmas illuminations also marks the official Would you like to have a well-deserved night off while your children opening of the Christmas markets of Basel. The two romantic mar- (ages 7–12) have an unforgettable experience? Quartiertreffpunkt Tuesday 10 November from 9:00 to 11:00, in Therwil BURG is inviting you to drop off your kids at 15:00 on Saturday and pick Parents and children welcome! kets at Barfüsserplatz and Münsterplatz are considered to be Guided tours in Basel. No RSVP necessary among the prettiest and largest in Switzerland. They are wonderful them up at 12:00 on Sunday. During their overnight stay in this different places to pick up some unusual Christmas gifts, while enjoying the kind of “hotel,” they can participate in workshops and ateliers. Cost is Experience history first-hand. Join us for complimentary coffee, cake and crafts CHF 60 per child, which includes meals, sleepover, workshops, and and meet our dedicated team of mother-tongue decorated trees, lights, and a warm cup of mulled wine or cider. The English teachers. Christmas markets will be open from 11:00–20:00 daily until materials (CHF 50 with the Familienpass). For more information or to register, contact Véronique Winter at 061-691-0180 or [email protected]. For further information or booking Ahead With English GmbH ­December 23. Look for more information about Christmas markets please go to www.basel.com/guidedtours. 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6 Basel Life Magazine / www.basellife.com photo credits: © basel tourismus, © circus gasser-olympia, © andrey gudkov (komodo judo) November 2015 7 Fun Outings: Beyond Basel Markets and Fairs

The Art of the Brick Herbstwarenmesse (Fall Goods Fair) Basler Feinmesse (Basel Gourmet Fair) Puls 5, Zürich Until November 1 Until November 1 Until January 10, 2016 The 43rd Herbstwarenmesse features hundreds of exhibitors from the November 1 is the last day of Basel’s 4-day gourmet fair, where close Nathan Sawaya is a former New York lawyer who quit his job in order to pursue his areas of food and drink, home, family, fashion, cooking, sports, leisure to 100 exhibitors will be presenting their finest products and services re- passion—special creations out of LEGO® bricks. However, don’t expect this exhibi- and recreation, interior design, and technologies. You can enjoy Bub- lated to eating, drinking, kitchen, home accessories, tableware, home tion to be just for children; more than two million people from every generation have blesports, a Vinothek, and a beach bar and lounge. In addition, the textiles, interior, and kitchen utensils. Two special sections are dedi- enjoyed “The Art of the Brick.” His works of art, from the Mona Lisa to Andy Warhol Kurszentrum Ballenberg will cated to the Swiss design scene and to building, renovating, living, and and a 6-meter-long T-Rex, are entirely built out of over one million offer various workshops, the quality of life. The event takes place in Halle 2.1 of the Messe Basel; LEGO® bricks; they are never simple, but dynamic, lively, and IVB will present the Vitamobil, opening hours are 15:00–21:00 Monday to Saturday and 12:00–19:00 on multi-layered. The exhibition has been met with long and you can try a wheelchair Sunday. Tickets cost CHF 18 (CHF 14 if purchased online) and are also lines in the over 30 cities it has travelled to parcours specially designed to valid for a visit to the Basler Weinmesse on the same day. around the world. For the first time in a German-­ help you experience some of www.feinmesse.ch speaking country, “The Art of the Brick” will the challenges faced daily by be exhibited at the Puls 5 in Zürich (Giesserei­ people with disabilities. There strasse 18). There will be more than 100 ex- will also be demonstrations of Herbstmesse (Fall Fair) 2 almost forgotten professions hibits on more than 1,500 m , including his Until November 8 (Petersplatz until November 10) most famous piece, “Yellow,” which depicts a male and crafts, and businesses from the German border town of Weil am Already in full swing is the 545th edition of the wonderful Basler Herbst- torso and consists of 11,000 yellow bricks. The exhibition, which has been Rhein will introduce you to their services. The Herbstwarenmesse messe, the oldest and largest fair in Switzerland. It is set up at several travelling the world since 2007, has been described by CNN as one of the takes place in Halle 2 of the Messe Basel; opening hours are 11:00– sites throughout town, including Barfüsserplatz, Petersplatz, Mün- 10 most worth seeing. Puls 5 is open daily from 10:00–19:00; tickets are 19:00 daily, and entrance is free! sterplatz, Kasernenplatz, Claraplatz, Rosentalanlage, and Messeplatz. CHF 24.90 on weekdays and CHF 28 on weekends and can be purchased www.herbstwarenmesse.ch Additionally, the indoor site at Messehalle 3 at Riehenring features fair through Ticket­corner. attractions that take you back to the decade of the “Super 80s.” Most of www.giessereihalle.ch these sites host mainly rides and food vendors; however, the site at Basler Weinmesse (Basel Wine Fair) Petersplatz is primarily lined with stalls selling all kinds of hand-made Until November 1 crafts and other interesting products. This site traditionally closes two Basel’s fantastic wine fair fea- days later than the rest of the Herbstmesse. Note that from November tures over 5,000 wines to taste 2–5, you can use your Familienpass for discounts at all the rides and Children’s Museum can be reached by car in about 40 minutes or by train to Baden, fol- and enjoy. You can come simply to stalls displaying their logo. To download a PDF of the official 2015 Herbst­ messe brochure that highlights all the rides, attractions, and opening Baden, Aargau lowed by a 10-minute walk from the train station to the museum. En- taste and get some competent www.bs.ch/Portrait/Veranstaltungen/ trance costs CHF 12 for adults, CHF 4 for kids, and CHF 9 for students advice, or you can order your fa- hours at each location, go to Baden is home to the Schweizer Kindermuseum (Swiss Children’s Basler-Messen-und-Maerkte/Basler-Herbstmesse.html (discounts with some museum passes). vorite wines. The number of ven- and click on ­Museum) filled with things for the kids to see, play with, be bewildered dors and choices of wines are so “Broschüre Basler Herbstmesse 2015” at the very bottom of the page. by, experiment with, learn from, and interact with. The museum is www.kindermuseum.ch overwhelming that it may be housed in a villa built in the late 1800s with 20 “Wunderkammern” worthwhile to first study the cata- (chambers of wonder) distributed over 5 floors that provide opportuni- Moonlight Bathing Sneaker Market logue you receive at the entrance ties to explore, play, and try. Schinznach, Aargau and make a plan of which ones November 1 The museum is dedicated to children and children’s culture, both in November 6 you want to taste. In addition to The Markthalle will be the location for a earlier and in modern times. Kids can learn about human development Does a romantic moonlit outdoor bathing experience on a Friday night wine, there are also glasses and ­special one-day market where connois- from the womb to adulthood, journey through a 300-year history of sound like the perfect way to unwind after a long week? On the first specialized books on wine for seurs and collectors of high-quality children’s culture and upbringing, discover children’s toys from yester- Friday of every month during the winter months (October to April), the sale. The fair takes place in Halle sneakers can find an unbelievable array day and today, and tour an exhibit dedicated to schooling and the devel- Thermalbad Aquarena in Schinznach invites you to relax in the warm 2.1 of the Messe Basel; opening of sneakers for purchase. This “Sole Sea- opment of education. In addition to these permanent exhibits, the muse- waters while enjoying a drink and some goodies from the bar. Located hours are 15:00–21:00 Monday to Saturday and 12:00–19:00 on Sunday. son” sneaker market will take place from um organizes temporary special exhibits. For example, until December about 45 minutes from Basel (1 hour by train), the “Mondscheinbaden Entrance is CHF 18 (CHF 14 if purchased online), which also includes 11:00–17:00 in Veranstaltungsraum F 31, 2015, you can dive into the historic world of theater—Kasper, pup- im Aquarena fun” is from 22:00–01:00 (last entry at 23:45) and is only entrance to the Basler Feinmesse on the same day. (event room F). pet, paper, and shadow-theater; and from now until the end of 2016, for adults (18+). Entrance costs CHF 30 per person, which includes www.baslerweinmesse.ch www.altemarkthalle.ch you can explore the evolution of children’s clothing in the last 200 years, snacks and drinks. including the clothes of Barbie and her ances- www.bad-schinznach.ch tors. The museum also offers special activities Christmas Circus Conelli and short-term exhibits Bauschänzli, Zürich that change regularly: On November 20 – January 3 Basel Ancient Art Fair November 21 and 22, all are invited to make their The Advent season begins when the romantic tent of the Christmas November 13–18 own advent calendar; on Circus Conelli is pitched in Zürich to its eagerly awaiting fans. Top ac- The Wenkenhof in Riehen will be the venue for this largest and most November 28 and 29, robatic performances, dreamy poetry, musical delights, and heartfelt important fair of its kind, which attracts top international dealers kids can make their own comedy will enchant the audience. World-class artists inspire with in classical, Egyptian, and Near-Eastern antiquities. The 18 par- Swedish Christmas orna- their unique performances, accompanied by a traditional live jazz en- ticipating dealers are all members of the International Association ments; and from November 19 to January 6, a special exhibit focuses semble under the direction of conductor Alex Maliszewski. The theme of Dealers in Ancient Art and therefore follow a strict code of ethics on Christmas in Sweden and specifically the Lucia Festival that is cel- of this year’s show is “That’s Entertainment,” and with the diverse line- concerning the authenticity and provenance of the objects they sell. ebrated on December 13. Lucia, the queen of lights, is a beautiful girl up of artists and acts you’ll certainly be entertained! The circus tent Tickets to this fair are also valid for entry at the Antikenmuseum dressed in a long white gown, with a red ribbon around the waist and a will be set up at Bauschänzli in Zürich; tickets are CHF 23.65–91.10 and Basel, the Skulptur­halle Basel, and the Fondation Beyeler. can be purchased online. crown of candles on her head. The museum is open Tuesday to Satur- www.baaf.ch day afternoons from 14:00–17:00 and Sundays from 10:00–17:00. They www.ticketcorner.ch

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Children’s Flea Market Youth Education & Travel Fair Christmas Markets in Baselland November 7 November 14 November 27 – December 20 The Sportcenter Paradies in Allschwil (Bettenstrasse 73) hosts this The Youth Education & Travel Fairs are specialty trade fairs related to Many of the smaller communities of Baselland host their own 1- to 3-day markets during the four weeks leading up to Christmas. large market from 10:00–13:00, where you can find a large range of education abroad. Over 20 exchange organizations, agencies, and edu- children’s items in good condition, including clothing, shoes, books, cation experts from Austria, Switzerland, and Germany will provide in- Date and Time Location Description toys, outdoor play equipment, strollers, bikes, scooters, tricycles, hel- formation and advice as well as present their programs and scholar- November 27, 18:00–21:00 Aesch Here you will find handicrafts and useful gifts. Children can mets, bicycle- and car- seats, playpens, and much more. They will sell ships for student exchange, study abroad, volunteer work, internships, November 28, 14:00–21:00 (Neumattschulhausplatz) blow glass or make candles. Also find mulled wine, pastries, your items for you at a cost of CHF 5 plus 15% sales commission, which and au pair programs. The fair will take place from 10:00–15:00 at the November 29, 12:00–18:00 sausages, Advent wreaths, and Christmas decorations. will be donated to a children’s foundation. Come by for some great Bildungszentrum Bürgerspital in Basel (Im Burgfelderhof 60). November 28, 12:00–20:00 Arlesheim Spread around the cathedral square, this market allows ­shopping and to support a good cause; cake and coffee will also be www.youth-education-travel-fair.com (Domplatz) artists and crafters from the region to present their creations. served. If you have some children’s items to sell, contact them at ­[email protected], or check out their Facebook page at facebook. November 28, 11:00–18:00 Binningen Meet with friends while enjoying some Christmas cookies, com/paradiesboerse. Party and Wedding Fair (Dorfplatz) mulled wine, as well as the scents and wares of the market. November 14 and 15 December 9, 12:00–20:00 Reinach Around the Gemeindehaus you can find festively decorated (Gemeindehaus) stalls offering handcrafted masterpieces, cold food, and The Fest- und Hochzeitsmesse, which is coming to Basel for the first Flea Market in Pratteln warm drinks like mulled wine. time, is all about romance and celebration. The exhibition covers all November 7 aspects of the wedding ceremony and the wedding party—from roman- December 19, 10:00–20:00 Muttenz There will be over 80 stalls with a wide selection This flea market, small antiques market, and children’s flea market tic venues and fashion for bride, groom, and guests to noble wedding December 20, 12:00–18:00 (Main street to tram of jewelry, leather items, fabrics, knitwear, takes place at Schmittiplatz in Pratteln from 8:00-16:00. There are also rings, magnificent flower arrangements, or the cake of your dreams. stop Muttenz Dorf) and clothing. baked goods, farmers’ stands, and food stands. You can get there by car The incomparable atmosphere will be enhanced by an entertainment (there is some parking available) or take tram 14 to the end of the line program and lovingly designed special shows. The fair will take place (Pratteln Endstation) and walk in the direction “Schloss;” you should at the Basel Messe from 10:00–18:00 on both days; tickets are CHF 17 already see the market. for adults (CHF 16 online, CHF 10 for evening tickets with entrance after www.flohmi-schmittiplatz-pratteln.ch 16:30) and CH 10 for kids ages 6–15. Repair Market lish groceries and baked goods. The large English-language bookstall, www.hochzeitsmesse-basel.com November 28 which offers a wide selection of second-hand books at very reasonable prices, is of particular interest. At the restaurant and coffee shop, visi- The Quartiertreffpunkt BURG (Burgweg 7, Basel) is the location for this Basel Collectors Exchange tors can enjoy a range of sweet and savory snacks or a full meal before one-of-a-kind market from 11:00–14:00. If you have items that need Pharmacy Antiques Market browsing around the other stalls, including jewelry, vintage chic, media, November 7 and 8 repair, such as small appliances, chairs, clothing, computers, or toys, November 17–21 toys, Christmas goods, and brocante. The Bazaar will take place from Halle 2.0 of the Messe Basel will be the location for the 40th Basler don’t throw them away but bring them to this market where volunteers The Pharmazie-Historisches Museum Basel (Pharmaceutical-Historical 9:00–16:00 at Oekolampad in Basel (Allschwilerplatz, tram 6). For more Sammler-Börse (Basel Collectors Exchange). Here you can buy, sell, or will be on hand to try and fix them (please no cars, bikes, motorcycles, Museum Basel) includes collections of old pharmaceuticals, pharmacy information about the Anglican Church in Basel, you can check out exchange all kinds of collectible items. The market runs from 10:00– watches, glasses, phones, or TVs). This initiative is not only great for furniture, laboratory utensils, ceramics, instruments, books, arts, and their website. 19:00 on Saturday and 10:00–17:00 on Sunday; entrance is CHF 7 for the environment, but a nice way to meet people and chat over some crafts. This museum is a ‘must visit’ for professionals in the pharma adults; kids up to age 12 are free. cake and coffee. Alternatively, if you are good at crafts, enjoy working www.anglicanbasel.ch industry, as well as for amateurs with an interest in pharmacy. For five www.schoch-sammlerboersen.ch with wood, metal, fabric, needles and thread, and/or soldering irons, days this November, the museum will be perhaps you would like to volunteer some time on that day to help re- launching its “grossen Schärbe-Märt” pair items. You can sign up for this task on their website. English Christmas Market (grand shard market). Here, you can find November 28 and 29 Fitness Expo Basel 2015 old and new laboratory glassware, phar- www.reparier-bar.ch The Landhaus Ettenbühl in Bad Bellingen-Hertingen, Germany, will be November 7 and 8 macy rarities, medicine bottles, herb hosting a 2-day traditional-style English Christmas market from 10:00– bushels, mortars, old-fashioned pillbox- Fitness fans are invited to the St. Jakobshalle for the largest fitness Anglican Church Christmas Bazaar 18:00. You can also join in a creative workshop and make your own Ad- es, colored glass bottles, and pharma- convention in Switzerland. From 10:00–18:00, 60 vendors will exhibit November 28 vent wreath. Located about 20 minutes from Basel, the Landhaus the latest in the world of fitness, wellness, beauty, martial arts, and ceutical books. It is a veritable treasure One of the annual traditions for Basel’s English-speaking community is Ettenbühl offers a 5-hectare show garden with over 1,000 varieties of lifestyle. Discover the latest trends in the fitness and leisure industry trove not only for those interested in the the Anglican Church Christmas Bazaar, with its reputation as a fun and roses, gardening workshops, original teatime, a monthly English-break- and learn more about trendy history of pharmacy, but also for those looking for some unusual Christ- welcoming occasion for everyone who enjoys British traditions. It is fast brunch, a country-shop, a B & B, and more. sports like Zumba, Jackham- mas gifts. The market is open during the museum’s regular opening also an ideal opportunity for families new to Basel to stock up on Eng- www.landhaus-ettenbuehl.de mer-Crossfit, functional train- hours from 10:00–18:00 on Tuesday to Friday and 10:00–17:00 on Satur- ing, TRX, yoga, and much day. Be sure to visit the Schärbe-Märt Café, where you can relax and more. There will also be a fit- unwind before or after a stroll through the market. ness fashion show and numer- www.pharmaziemuseum.ch ous interesting workshops in the field of fitness marketing, St. Martin Jura Food Festival and you can meet some of to- Back in Basel! day’s fitness stars. Need an November 27 endorphin release? Then par- The Markthalle will be the location for this special festival and market Tara Gaffney, MS, LPCC take in the CrossFit Day or the that celebrates the traditions and foods from Ajoie in the canton Jura. indoor marathon. Tickets start From 16:00–22:00, there will be a traditional pig roast, local products, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor at CHF 19 and depend on what as well as other traditions and cuisine. You can take the food home af- you are interested in doing. ter tasting it at the stands or you can start the Entrance to associated events weekend off in the Jura tradition with a plate Steinenbachgässlein 49 such as Groupfitness Conven- of nibbles and a glass of wine. You can tion, Zumba@, und GoodDays also stay for a traditional meal to 4051 Basel is included in higher-priced tickets. Check their website to learn which live music that starts at 19:00; +41 78 646 97 44 ticket is right for you; you can buy them directly at St. Jakobshalle or register for the meal up until Prwww.lifetransitoviding EnglishioSpeakingnscounselCoingllc.counselimng through Ticketcorner. November 20 on their website. Services to Adolescents, Adults and Couples. www.fitness-expo.ch www.juramarkt.ch

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Expanding Readership Book Fairs While the first printed works in Basel were mostly scientific texts for There will be two book fairs in Basel and nearby Lörrach in November— the university or theological texts for the clergy, books subsequently the BuchBasel and the LeseLust children’s book festival. also were increasingly read by non-scholars, such as well-educated citizens and wealthy merchants. These people were greatly interested BuchBasel in reading and learning, but generally were not well-versed in Latin, November 5–8 the language of most theological and scientific texts. Therefore, they required books written in plain German rather than the traditional This year’s literary festival will again ­Latin. One such book produced in Basel and aimed at the more general offer dozens of events at 13 loca- population was entitled “Das Narrenschiff” (The Ship of Fools). First tions throughout town as well as printed in 1494, it became the most successful German-language book some in surrounding areas, with the prior to the Reformation—and its memory persists today, in the name center of activity being the Volks­ of one of Basel’s book stores! haus at Claraplatz. There will be readings by a variety of (mostly Once more books became available in German, reading among the ­German-speaking) authors from general population really took off, particularly during the age of En- Switzerland and abroad; concerts; lightenment in the 18th and 19th century. Yet supplies of books still and explorations of other current hot remained limited and costs high, restricting the individual’s access to topics, such as a photo exhibit about new literature. To make more books available to interested readers as youths in Basel, discussions on the well as allow book lovers to exchange their thoughts about what they relationship between the Swiss and read, bibliophiles in many cities founded so-called “Lesezirkel” (reading the Germans, and the effects of the Basel and Books circles) or “Lesegesellschaften” (reading societies) that jointly purchased financial crisis on Europe. Almost 200 authors and musicians will par- books and periodicals and circulated them among their members or For four days this month, the international book and literature festival BuchBasel will draw bibliophiles ticipate—from well-known mystery writer Donna Leon to newcomers made them available in a central reading room. who are working hard to publish their first texts. There will also be a into the city to immerse themselves into the world of books and stories from all over the world. But it is One such group, the “Allgemeine Lesegesellschaft” (Common Reading special children’s program at the Literaturhaus in Barfüssergasse on not only during these few days that Basel is a literary hot-spot. In fact, the printing, selling, and reading Society) was also founded in Basel in 1787. It is still in existence today, all three days, as well as the award of the Schweizer Buchpreis (Swiss of books in Basel has a long tradition, dating back to the time when Johannes Gutenberg invented the located since 1832 in a his- Book Award) on Sunday at 11:00 at the Theater Basel. In conjunction movable-type printing press around 1450. toric building right next to with the festival, several book shops, restaurants, and other institu- the Basler Münster. They tions will stay open late on Friday night and host special events for the now have more than 1,100 fourth Basler Buchnacht (book night). You can find more information members who can enjoy a about the BuchBasel and all associated events on their website, where library with about 80,000 you can also download a PDF of the complete program. books in German, English, www.buchbasel.ch How the Books Came to Basel metal letters that were used in the printing press. Thus, they had to be French, Italian, and Span- well educated to choose the right books to be printed. Moreover, the ish, as well as audiobooks Up until the early 15th century, Basel was not known as a cultural or printers assumed the entire financial risk associated with publishing and movies made from lit- Kinderbuchmesse Lörracher Leselust intellectual center. That began to change in 1431, when the Catholic and printing—with total initial costs that could surpass the price of a erary works. Anyone can November 20–22 Church convened a council, or synod, in Basel that brought church dig- town house! Of course that risk did not always pay off, and more than become a member of the society for an annual fee. Members can loan nitaries and scholars from all over Europe into town to discuss reforms For the 24th time, the Leselust (joy of reading) children’s book fair will one printer went bankrupt because they had overestimated the sales books from the library, peruse them in one of their three reading rooms, within the church. The council, which lasted for 17 years, had a lasting attract kids of all ages who love reading. Under the motto “New and potential. or discuss their latest reads with like-minded people. The society also impact on the city and its inhabitants. For example, a special “higher Strange,” kids can learn all about other countries—how do people organizes various events, such as readings or concerts, that are also school” was established for council participants that in 1460 became By 1500, about 70 printers did business in the city. One of them was there speak and write, what are their clothes and their food like, what open to the public. Switzerland’s first university. This new focus on theological and politi- Johannes Petri, who also moved to Basel from Germany, set up his do they read? There will be story times, theater, workshops, and thou- cal discussions, as well as on learning in general, was accompanied by print shop here, and obtained Basel citizenship in 1488. Both by himself www.lesegesellschaft-basel.ch sands of books to peruse in their reading corner and at various stalls. the production of numerous documents and other written works and, and together with other printers/publishers, he produced an amazing The main fair will take place at the Burghof in Lörrach from 16:00– ultimately, drew printers into town who introduced the newly developed number of books, including the complete works of some of the classical The Papiermühle 19:00 on Friday and 11:00–18:00 on Saturday and Sunday; entrance is printing process. theologists and philosophers. Some of these old books even have sur- free. Numerous associated events will be held all throughout Lörrach If you would like to find out more about the history of books and print- vived until today. In fact, the printing and publishing business estab- from the beginning of the month. You can find the detailed program on The establishment of print shops in Basel was aided by the fact that ing, you should definitely plan a visit of the Papiermühle at St. Alban- lished by Johannes Petri is still in business today, under the name of their website. paper production was already well established in the city. The first pa- Schwabe AG, with headquarters in Basel, making them the oldest Tal 37. Housed in two old mill buildings, this museum traces the his- per mill was founded in Basel in 1433, and many others followed. At www.burghof-leselust.com printing and publishing house in existence worldwide! (This is also tory of the written language as well as all steps of book production, one time, 10 paper mills were active in the St. Alban valley alone, mak- where this copy of Basel Life Magazine has been laid-out and printed.) from paper production ing it the most important paper producer in Switzerland during the 16th to handwriting with var- and 17th century. In fact, paper production in some of these mills con- ious devices, type-set- tinued into the 20th century, and two of the old mill buildings are still ting and printing, and being used as the Basler Papiermühle (paper mill), the Swiss Museum book binding. It’s not for Paper, Writing and Printing. only a highly informa- tive museum but also Printers in Basel offers hands-on experi- One of the earliest printers to arrive in Basel was an assistant of Guten- ence with both the berg called Berthold Ruppel, who printed his first book here in 1468. “white” and “black” arts Thus, Basel became one of the first places in the world where books of the book-production were being printed using the new process. At that time, the printers process. Thus, you can were not only craftsmen responsible for the technical process of put- make your own paper by hand (which you may keep), write on it with a ting letters on paper, but were actually the publishers of the books— quill, and type-set your own message to print on it. They also offer spe- that is, they also decided which books should be printed, determined cialty workshops and courses for all age groups. For more information, the final text (which often had to be consolidated from slightly differing check out their website. hand-written versions), purchased the paper, and manufactured the www.papiermuseum.ch

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DidMarkets you know? and Fairs

The Professional Women’s Group of Basel Christmas in a Shoebox This year, the Professional Women’s Group (PWG) of Basel celebrates its 25th anniversary. PWG was This terrific charity is not only fun to do with your kids but can also be a founded in 1990 as a local nonprofit volunteer organization to bring international women living in the great way to make them aware that many kids are not as fortunate as they Basel area together with Swiss women from the region. Today, PWG continues to offer a platform for are. “Weihnachten im Schuhkarton” (Christmas in a shoebox) will be women of diverse professional and cultural backgrounds to gain new insights, exchange information, held this year for the 20th time! For this project, you fill a shoebox with share experiences, and support each other. age-appropriate gifts that then will be distributed at Christmas to less- fortunate children or families, mainly in Eastern European countries PWG’s History cessful entrepreneurs in the Basel area. Others are addressing chal- such as Bulgaria, Poland, Moldova, Romania, and Slovakia, including lenges such as furthering their education, mastering a foreign language, children in orphanages or hospitals. To participate, follow these simple PWG started when Nanci Cederbaum, at the time an accompanying seeking new career opportunities, or raising their families in a new steps: Find a shoebox that is approximately 20 cm × 30 cm wide and 10 cm spouse, placed an ad in an expat newsletter calling for women to meet country. high, then decorate it with Christmas paper or other festive ideas. Decide and connect over wine and cheese. In response, 16 women gathered at on the gender and the age category of the intended recipient of your her apartment on the evening of October 24, 1990. There and then they The Benefits of PWG box (boy or girl, ages 2–4, 5–9, or 10–14). Have fun buying and packing elected a committee for their Professional Women’s Group of Basel the shoebox with a variety of items that you and your children select with Nanci as chairperson—PWG was born! In addition to networking gatherings, PWG hosts Monthly Main Meet- together. Try to get your children to think of what a child that age may ings with interesting workshops and social apéros. Additionally, two Pioneers in many ways—as expats, “foreign brides” of Swiss men, and want, as well as what they may need. Welcome items include small toys subgroups provide specific services for PWG members: career women—they joined forces for sisterhood and solidarity. At their (car, doll, doll-clothes, yo-yo, small musical instrument, Lego, coloring next meeting on November 14, about 20 women gathered with the goal • In the Job Hunt Support Group, women help each other prepare for book, travel-sized games, playing cards, stuffed animal, or whatever you of trying to re-invent themselves professionally. Some were working, interviews, improve their elevator pitch, review each other’s CVs, and can think of); school articles (stationary, pens, coloring pencils, ruler, some not—yet all identified with the word “professional.” Together they exchange tips and share experiences of their job hunt. paintbrush, pencil case); hygiene articles (toothbrush and toothpaste, built a forum that enabled them to learn from each other, exchange • The Women Entrepreneurs group brings together women who run hairbrush, shampoo, lip balm, deodorant); something to wear (mittens, ideas, share their experiences, and, most importantly, support one an- their own business or are exploring the idea. While their businesses hat, scarf, t-shirt, leggings, thermal underwear); dynamo pocket-light; other. may be quite different, they share many common challenges and ex- or goodies like chocolates, gum, and candies that have a long expiration periences. date. Items that are not welcome in the shoeboxes include perishable food and drinks (cookies, nuts); food with gelatin (gummy bears); liquids; A Mosaic of Personalities and Backgrounds Through this mutual support and the networking opportunities provid- soap; chocolate with filling; medications; items that are breakable, ed by the PWG, many women (both expat and Swiss!) have found jobs Although the official language of the group is English, their members pointy, sharp, or require batteries; anything to do with magic or witch- and started businesses. They have been helped through crises and come from diverse educational backgrounds with a wide range of inter- craft; literature of any kind; or money. You can also include a personal transitions and been inspired to further develop themselves. These ests and speak a variety of languages. Currently, PWG has more than greeting, a card, or even photo of yourself if you like. When you are fin- empowered women of PWG in turn are enriching the Basel area. 130 members from over 25 countries, giving the group a unique inter- ished packing your box, seal it with two sturdy rubber bands and bring national spirit. Many members have established careers or are suc- www.pwg-basel.ch it to the drop-off location nearest you before November 15 (you can find a list on their website). You will need to give a CHF 10 shipping fee and they will provide you with a label to place on the box that will indicate the appropriate gender and age of the intended recipient. With this project, a small shoebox can have a big impact! Schweizerischer Jugendmusikwettbewerb 2016 indicate if your music category is older than 1750 or 1950 and more (Swiss Youth Music Competition) modern. The first round of the competition (Concours Entrada) will take www.geschenke-der-hoffnung.org place on March 18–20 in different locations throughout Switzerland, This is a music competition for young including Basel; the final round (Concours Finale) that includes all win- musicians of all nationalities who are ners from the Concours Entrada will take place on May 5–8 in Rheinau residing in Switzerland and Liech- (Musikinsel). There is a nonrefundable registration fee of CHF 80 (for tenstein or who are citizens of Swit- solo) or CHF 60 (for duos and ensembles) per participant; transporta- zerland or Liechtenstein and resid- tion costs are assumed by the participants. Visit the official website for ISB: where Inspiration, ing abroad. It is the biggest national more information about the competition or to register a demo. music competition with the highest of standards for talent selection Engagement & and judging and is a prestigious competition to take part in. Over 1,000 www.sjmw.ch youths will participate and have the chance to enjoy music, meet others Collaboration come to life with similar interests, be heard by a professional jury, and experience Geschenk-Tausch-Aktion (Gift Exchange) the reaction of a large public audience. There are many prizes, includ- ing monetary prizes to be used towards music camps or additional For the 18th year, this very special “gift exchange” will be taking place International Baccalaureate Programmes in Basel to help poor children at Christmas as well as protect the envi- training with masters, concert engagements, and the like. The compe- Ages 3 - 18 • Day School tition this year will only be held in the classical-music category; the ronment by cutting down on waste. To this end, children ages 3–10 are jazz and rock & pop categories are being reconfigured and will be part asked to donate at least two of their no-longer-needed toys in exchange of the competition again next year. for another toy of their choice. The children can bring their exchange- able toys to one of two locations: 1) Basler Kindernäscht (Gerbergasse Youths born 1998–2008 (1996–2002 for singers) can register for the 14 in Basel) between November 16 and December 11 from 9:00–18:00 A cAsuAl classical competition on their website from early November to Decem- Fleischbachstrasse 2 on Monday–Friday and 9:00–17:00 on Saturday, or 2) Offene Kirche ber 11. You can register in one of the following music categories: solo, ApproAch Elisabethen (Elisabethenstrasse 14 in Basel) on four consecutive 4153 Reinach chamber (3–11 members), or composition (2–5 musicians) and must Wednesdays (November 18 and 25 and December 2 and 9) from 14:00– to luxury Switzerland 17:00. When they bring in their two toys, they will receive a coupon that Tel: +41 61 715 33 33 they can then exchange for a toy of their choice on the exchange day, which takes place at Offene Kirche Elisabethen on Wednesday, Decem- ber 16, from 14:00–16:00. Reserve about one hour’s time to choose AESCH | FIECHTEN | REINACH your gift and partake in the many Christmas crafts that will be offered on that day by the Kindernäscht. All leftover toys will be donated to children in need. You can find more details on the project on their Ger- AsK For A pErsoNAl AppoINtMENt. man-only website. phoNE +41 79 352 42 12 · FrEIE strAssE 34, 4001 BAsEl · www.jANEtBArgEzI.coM www.isbasel.ch www.geschenktauschaktion-bs.ch

14 Basel Life Magazine / www.basellife.com photo credits: © schweizerischer jugendmusikwettbewerb November 2015 15 November 2015 www.basellife.com SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY Basel’s English DenƟst NOV 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Ongoing Events in November Children’s Theater—Mary Poppins Herbstmesse (Fall Fair) Herbstmesse (Fall Fair) Children’s Theater—Mary Poppins Station Circus Theater—Big Brother / Station Circus Children’s Theater—Mary Poppins / Mother Hulda Theater—Big Brother Opera—Khovanshchina Family Play at play4you Puppet Theater—Pinocchio Clair-Obscur Film Festival Clair-Obscur Film Festival Theater—Big Brother / Station Circus Station Circus Baloise: Candy Dulfer / Trombone Shorty Herbstmesse (Fall Fair) BuchBasel Moonlight Bathing Clair-Obscur Film Festival CULTURESCAPES—Iceland 2015 Musical Theater—Gold Chamber Music—Quatuor Modigliani Cycling at Night Herbstmesse (Fall Fair) BuchBasel BuchBasel Dr. Garry Bonsall Various Locations Basler Weinmesse / Basler Feinmesse UB40 Baloise: Philipp Poisel / Paolo Nutini Herbstmesse (Fall Fair) Herbstmesse / Children’s Flea Market Until November 28 Herbstwarenmesse / Herbstmesse (Fall Fair) The Kilkenny’s Cube Session #13 Bookbinding Workshop for Kids Basel Collectors Exchange Dental Surgeon Sneaker Market Opera—Khovanshchina French Wine Tasting Baloise: Randy Newman / Tori Amos Fitness Expo Basel / Flea Market Pratteln Ben Vautier. Is everything Art? Tour—Opium Exhibit True Colours: One Act Plays French Wine Tasting / Khovanshchina English Story Time / T-Shirt Textile Workshop Museum Tinguely, Basel Umbrella Workshop True Colours: One Act Plays Baloise: Rebecca Ferguson / Allen Toussaint Until January 22, 2016 Storytelling Spanish/German Bar Concert—INEZproject / Charlie Winston French Wine Tasting / English Comedy Melody Gardot Ballet de l’Opéra National du Rhin True Colours: One Act Plays John Wood and Paul Harrison— High‐tech, pain‐free, high‐quality Some Things are Undesigned 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 family dental care and implants Von Bartha Gallery, Basel Children’s Theater—Mary Poppins Herbstmesse (Petersplatz only) Herbstmesse (Petersplatz only) Children’s Theater—Mary Poppins Station Circus Basel Ancient Art Fair Children’s Theater—Mary Poppins / Mother Hulda November 7, 2015 – January 23, 2016 Theater—Big Brother Baloise: Roger Cicero / Gregory Porter Family Play at play4you Puppet Theater—Pinocchio Literature Through Storytelling Bookbinding Workshop for Kids Puppet Theater—Pinocchio Station Circus Calexico Tour—Ben Vautier Children’s Theater—Mother Hulda Baloise: Bastian Baker / Toto Swiss Storytelling Evening Ancient Art Fair / Party and Wedding Fair New‐pa�ent special: Joe Sacco. Comic Journalist Children’s Theater—Mother Hulda Deep Purple Baloise: Until The Ribbon Breaks / Faithless Turnip Lantern Procession True Colours: One Act Plays True Colours: One Act Plays Youth Education & Travel Fair CHF 125 clean and check Herbstmesse (Fall Fair) Mötley Crüe ABBA Gold Kids Lab Amarone Wine Tasting Concert—BOY BaselHead / Acrobatics Workshop Cartoonmuseum, Basel Basel Collectors Exchange Storytelling in German Bob Dylan Umbrella Workshop / T-Shirt Textile Workshop Central loca�on — 3 minutes from November 7, 2015 – April 24, 2016 Fitness Expo Basel 2015 Simply Red Theater—Room Service Tour of the Basel Cathedral BuchBasel True Colours: One Act Plays / Ü30 Party Aeschenplatz Wildlife Photographer of the Year Science for Families Bob Dylan / Theater—Room Service Naturhistorisches Museum, Basel Kids Lab Big Band Ball 2015 / French Wine Tasting St. Alban Vorstadt 78 November 27, 2015 – April 3, 2016 Opera—Khovanshchina Opera—Khovanshchina www.DrBonsall.ch The Art of the Brick 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 Puls 5, Zürich Children’s Theater—Mary Poppins / Mother Hulda Basel Ancient Art Fair Basel Ancient Art Fair Children’s Theater—Mary Poppins Winter Circus Winter Circus Children’s Theater—Mary Poppins / Mother Hulda Call today: 061 271 06 04 Until January 10, 2016 Puppet Theater—Pinocchio Book Presentation—Diccon Bewes Pharmacy Antiques Market Children’s Theater—Mother Hulda Pharmacy Antiques Market Children’s Book Fair Lörrach Winter Circus / Missa Solemnis BeFlügelt / Musical Theater—Gold Marrinsky Orchestra St. Petersburg Family Play at play4you Basel Ancient Art Fair Literature Through Storytelling Pharmacy Antiques Market Family Concert / KidsHotel Music Concert & Kid’s Workshop Cécile McLorin Savant & Group Pharmacy Antiques Market Thriller—Live Bookbinding Workshop for Kids Christmas Circus Conelli Hänsel & Gretel Reloaded Whisky & Bourbon Tasting Kids Lab 77 Bombay Street Storytelling in Spanish/German Children’s Book Fair Lörrach Ancient Art Fair / Party and Wedding Fair Thriller—Live Storytelling French/Turkish/German Nicole Bernegger Martin˚u—Puppet Theater Pharmacy Antiques Market Family Sunday at play4you Martin˚u—Puppet Theater Thriller—Live Tour of Fire Department Umbrella Workshop / Tour—In Search of 0,10 Whisky & Bourbon Tasting Lord of the Dance Games & Stories Japanese/German Tour—The Sunken Treasure Thriller—Live Mnozil Brass Martin˚u—Puppet Theater / Thriller—Live Gypsyfestival Palazzo Colombino English Comedy / St. Andrew’s Night 2015 Martin˚u—London Symphony Orchestra Palazzo Colombino 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 Children’s Theater—Mary Poppins / Mother Hulda Winter Circus Children’s Theater—Mary Poppins Winter Circus Winter Circus Children’s Theater—Mary Poppins Winter Circus / Missa Solemnis Christmas Circus Conelli Children’s Theater—Mother Hulda Lighting of the Christmas Illuminations Basel Christmas Markets Musical Theater—Gold Family Concert / Sonntagsmatinée Family Play at play4you Winter Circus Basel Christmas Markets Open Christmas Circus Conelli Children’s Theater—Mother Hulda Promenades Matinée Concert Tour—Ben Vautier Kleinbasel Christmas Market Opens Christmas Circus Conelli St. Martin Jura Food Festival Winter Circus Christmas Circus Conelli Toddler Tales Christmas Circus Conelli Literature Through Storytelling Christmas Market Aesch Basel Christmas Markets Children’s Book Fair Lörrach Zemlinsky Quartett Curling Try-Outs Talk—Thomas Lommée: Open Design Bookbinding Workshop for Kids Christmas Circus Conelli Sport Market Opera—Khovanshchina Storytelling in German Beauty and the Beast / Ballet Black Storytelling in German Christmas Market Aesch Martin˚u—Puppet Theater / Chamber Music Imagine Dragons Martin˚u—Cello Comedy Pasión de Buena Vista Portuguese/German Reading Christmas Market Arlesheim eThriller—Liv / Palazzo Colombino Beauty and the Beast Champagne Tasting / Wine Tasting Martin˚u—Puppet Theater Christmas Market Binnigen Fall Concert Basel Philharmonic Palazzo Colombino Opera—Khovanshchina French Wine Tasting / Wine Tasting Repair Market Opera—Khovanshchina Palazzo Colombino Beauty and the Beast Anglican Church Christmas Bazaar An Innovative Approach to Business EducationTM English Christmas Market 29 30 Acrobatics Workshop The Winter MBA and Undergraduate Children’s Theater—Mary Poppins / Mother Hulda Basel Christmas Markets Basler Stadtlauf (City Run) Winter Circus / Basel Christmas Markets Hans Feigenwinter & Craig Taborn Umbrella Workshop programs begin on January 4, 2016. 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Midnight Sports Curling Try-Outs Midnight Basketball in Kleinbasel As teens like to go out on Saturday night, this project was started to give them a safe place to go that provides November 25 In this 17th season of “Bäre- sporty alternatives to loitering and alcohol drinking. From autumn until spring, teens ages 13–18 can get to- If your child (starting at age 8) wants to give curling a try, the Curling- nacht” (bear night), youths are gether on Saturday nights to play games and sports like basketball, football, and volleyball. The program is zentrum Region Basel is offering a free try-out on this Wednesday af- invited to play basketball every free and there is no registration required. There are several locations for this program in and around Basel: in ternoon from 15:30–17:00. Register by November 24 at 061-703-8100 Saturday night starting at the Gundeli at Turnhalle OS-Brunmatt (Engelsteinweg 6) from 20:30–23:30, starting October 31 (contact Christoph or directly with trainer Yvonne Lüthi at [email protected]. end of October at the Turnhalle Höchsmann at [email protected]); in St. Johanns Dreirosen (entrance on Drei­ www.curling-basel.ch quartier at Turnhalle Pestalozzi, starting November 7, (contact rosen Anlage). Boys and girls Thomas Berweger at [email protected]); in Riehen at Sport­ ages 12 and up are welcome halle Niederholz, starting November 14 (contact Karim Barry at Free Ice Skating Day (Gratis uffs Glattyys) from 19:30–21:30, and ages 14 [email protected]); in Muttenz at Breitehalle from 21:00– November 29 and up are welcome from 23:30, starting November 14 (contact ­David Babio at babio_david@ 21:30–24:00. They only need to The Sportamt (Sports Department) Basel-Stadt is inviting everyone for windowslive.com); and in Reinach-Aesch at the Sporthalle Loch­ bring sports clothes, indoor a day of free ice-skating at Basel’s Eglisee and Margarethen ice rinks. acker, Bachmatten 2 starting November 14 (contact Michèle sports shoes, and a good atti- Entrance and even skate rentals are free for everyone on this day. Mem- Schwab at [email protected]). Visit their website to tude; participation is free. bers of the regional ice sports clubs, including hockey, skating, figure learn more about this project and the different sports offered at skating, and curling have volunteered to provide a varied entertainment www.bcbaeren.ch each location. program at both rinks. www.ideesport.ch www.jfs.bs.ch/fuer-sportlerinnen-und-sportler/sportangebote/ fuer-alle/gratis-uffs-glattyys.html play4you, Oberwil The regatta officially opens at 9:00, and boats will start training on the Open Gyms November 3, 10, 15, 17, and 24 course from about 10:00. The boats will begin lining up at 13:40 for a FC BASEL SCHEDULE NOVEMBER 2015 14:00 start. The start and finish lines are located directly in front of In an effort to get kids moving dur- play4you is located in a 500 m2 large space that offers fun for the whole Kaserne, just below the Mittlere Brücke. The race will take place on a ing the winter months, some local family. It is filled with classic and modern games of all kinds that re- 6.4-km stretch of the Rhein, with the boats heading upriver from Kas- schools open their gymnasiums on quire skill, strategy, or just a desire to have fun. Most games are self- erne, crossing under the Mittlere Brücke, Wettsteinbrücke, and Sunday afternoons to let kids play FC Basel 1893 (Fussball / Soccer) explanatory, but there is always a friendly staff on hand to show, ex- Schwarzwaldbrücke, making a 180º turn just below the power plant at sports. These programs are spon- plain, help, and even play with you. Address: Alte Ziegelei in Oberwil, Red signifies Home Game @ St. Jakob Stadion Birsfelden, and then crossing under the same three bridges on the way sored by the Erziehungsdeparte- Hohestrasse 134, Atelier M12. back to the finish line. All of the boats will start the race at very close ment (Education Department) of Familien Spieltreff: They are open every Tuesday evening from 17:00– time intervals, and there will be at least a dozen boats on the water at canton Basel-Stadt and other or- e Dat Time Home Team Guests 19:00 during the colder months for family play. Admission costs CHF 12 any given time. Visit their English, French, and German website for ganizations and are therefore free to the public and require no reserva- for adults, CHF 8 for kids, or CHF 25 for families. Discounts with Fami- more information or to download a PDF of the course. tion or registration. Thu., Nov. 5 21:05 OS Belenenses FC Basel 1893 lienpass. Note that in the event of high waters in Basel, the entire race will be Kids ages 3–5: “MiniMove Basel” invites younger kids accompanied by Sun., Nov. 8 16:00 FC Basel 1893 Grasshopper Club their parents to play and move in large spaces from 14:30–17:00. Plen- Family Play-Sunday: They are open from 13:30–17:00 one Sunday per moved to the nearby Rhein–Rhône Canal in Niffer, near Mulhouse, Sun., Nov. 22 13:45 FC St. Gallen FC Basel 1893 month from November to February, for an afternoon of fun and games. France. The decision to move the race will be made by November 13 ty of sports equipment and project leaders are on hand to stimulate Thu., Nov. 26 19:00 FC Basel 1893 AC Fiorentina Admission costs CHF 15 for adults, CHF 10 for kids, or CHF 30 per family. and will be announced on the official website. active play. There are two locations: “MiniMove Bläsi” is held at Turn- Discounts with Familienpass. The next Family Play-Sunday is Novem- halle Schulhaus Bläsi (Müllheimerstrasse 94) and “MiniMove Thier- Sun., Nov. 29 13:45 FC Basel 1893 FC Luzern www.baselhead.org ber 15. stein” is held at Turnhalle Schulhaus Thierstein (Bärschwilerstrasse 11). Both start on October 25. www.play4you.ch/agenda Additional games may be added based on the team’s performance in the Acrobatics Workshops For kids ages 6–12: “Open Sunday Gundeli” welcomes kids ages 6–12 ­Europa League and Swiss Cup. November 14 and 28 to play sports and have fun at Turnhalle OS Brunnmatt in Gundeli Prices range from CHF 20–75 for adults in regular seating. Children ages Cycling at Night The Acroballet Center (ABC) in Gundeli offers several 2-hour work- ­(Ingelsteinweg 6 in Basel). Just pop in between 14:00–17:00. All kids 6–16 receive a discount of 25% in the regular seating areas. There is a special November 4 shops for kids ages 7–14 in November to learn or improve various ac- need to bring are sports clothes, sports shoes, and parents’ telephone area for families and young adults (up to age 22) with slightly lower prices. For This one-time class teaches adults and kids from age 10 how to ride robatics techniques, including back-walkovers on November 14 and number. Starts November 1. more information on seats and pricing, go to: their bikes on the streets of Basel at night. The class, which is orga- backwards handsprings on November 28. Cost is CHF 35 per work- www.ideesport.ch www.fcb.ch/de-CH/Stadion/Stadionplan-Preise#Preise nized by Pro Velo beider Basel, takes place from 17:45–20:00. You can shop. Participants will be assisted based on their level and needs. You register directly on their website. can register in person or directly on their website. www.provelo-beiderbasel.ch www.acroballet.ch/de/aktuell/workshops.html

BaselHead Sport Market November 14 November 22 The challenging language school. COIFFEUR-SALON Sport Basel is inviting families with children of all ages to the first-ever Come to the Rhein’s edge to watch this 6th edition of the BaselHead Fast forwardinsmall groups. regatta, one of a select group of long-distance regattas in Europe, Basler Sportmarkt, where you can try from 18 different sports under men and Steinentorstrasse 39 women whose name is derived from such legendary races as the Head of the expert guidance, including baseball, softball, archery, boxing, burner 4051 Basel we speak Tel. 061 281 04 44 River in London and the Head of the Charles in Boston. About 100 teams motion, curling, fencing, ultimate Frisbee, handball, judo, acrobatic english from Switzerland and abroad in 8-person boats will participate in this Rock n’ Roll, swimming and watersports, Schwingen (a Swiss version Tramstop Heuwaage spectacular event. Don’t miss the excitement of top-speed chases, el- of wrestling), climbing, sport shooting, scuba diving, and more. You can egance, and tactical overtaking, as the teams compete for the Basel- also measure your soccer kick or try your skills with some fun games Öffnungszeiten Head trophy. This year is particularly exciting because the trophy is with play4you. The sports are offered either as 45-minute workshops Quality German and other language courses.Wealso teachonlocation! Di 8.30 bis 18.00 h or as ongoing demonstrations that you can join at any time. The Sport- Contact us for a cost-free, individual level evaluation and consultation. Mi 8.30 bis 18.00 h awarded triennially to the team with the best results over the three Do 8.30 bis 20.00 h markt will take place at St. Jakobshalle from 11:00–18:00; everyone is Fr 8.30 bis 18.30 h preceding years, and this is the third and decisive year in which the club inlingua Basel is dual certified: welcome and entrance is free. Just bring your sports clothes, clean Sa 8.30 bis 15.00 h that collected the most points will receive the trophy, along with a new Dufourstrasse 50 (at Aeschenplatz) •061 278 99 33 eight-racer boat. Join thousands of spectators along the Rhein for an indoor sports shoes, swim gear, sportsmanship, and curiosity. www.inlingua-basel.ch•[email protected] unobstructed view of this exciting race! www.sportmarktbasel.ch

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Basler Stadtlauf (Basel’s City Run) Umbrella Workshop fee and no registration required. Simply show up at the Universität November 28 November 1, 14, 15, 28, and 29 ­Basel, Totengässlein 3 in Basel. This month’s topic is “Wo Europa endet— Spurensuche im Osten des Kontinents“ (Where Europe ends—Looking The beautifully illuminated streets of Basel’s city center provide the In former times, umbrellas were a stylish, elaborate, and intricate ac- for traces in the East of the continent). The question of Europe’s iden- most enchanting locations for the largest running event in Northwest- cessory made of precious fabrics. Nowadays, alas, creative umbrellas ern Switzerland—the 33rd Basler Stadtlauf with approximately 9,000 tity is closely linked to its borders. While the western, southern, and have become a rarity. Now it’s up to you to do something about this runners. There are races for all age categories, from children under 6 northern edges of Europe are surrounded by seas, the continent lacks monotony. In conjunction with the special exhibition “Parasols and um- to seniors. Distances vary by age group, from 1.0 km for the youngest a unique “natural” border in the East. For many people, the eastern brellas—from everyday object to work of art,” you are invited from kids to 5.5 km for adults. There are also longer-distance runs for elite border of Europe is marked by a political, social, and cultural dividing 13:30–17:30 to participate in a workshop for young and old where you female (5.9 km) and male (7.55 km) runners, but participation in these line. But where does it end? This highly-debated question has gained can design your own children’s umbrella under the tutelage of experts. is by invitation only. All races start at Münsterplatz, with the youngest recent relevance due to conflicts in the Ukraine, Russia, and in the beginning at 17:00 and the elite beginning just after 21:00 (check the Everything you need will be provided. Children ages 6 and up may par- countries of the southern Caucasus. “Kategorien und Startzeiten” for your age category under “Stadtlauf”). designed with a Basel motif. All runners in the under-18 and older ticipate if accompanied by an adult. Participation is free and there is no need to register for the workshop, although you may need to wait for a www.cafe.unibas.ch/cafe/programm/ Family Tips: All races start at Münsterplatz and end at Marktplatz, categories will receive an absorbent microfiber cloth and can order turn. with different age groups starting and finishing at different times. It the souvenir medal for a cost of CHF 5 at registration. Those who is therefore advisable that you decide before the race on a specific late-register will receive their ordered medals by mail; runners who www.spielzeug-welten-museum-basel.ch Kids Lab meeting place for you and your children after the race. The organiz- register on the day of the race are not eligible to order a medal. November 8, 11, and 18 ers also suggest you write your cell phone numbers on your kids’ Additionally, the first three finishers in each category are asked to The University of Basel organizes three workshops per month (in number bibs so that the Stadtlauf helpers can quickly reach you to English Story Time present themselves immediately to the finish line to receive their ­German) where children ages 6–13 can explore a topic related to the help reunite you with your children if necessary. November 7 awards. The first-place winners will receive a watch and the second- month’s Café Scientifique. Children can attend the Kids Lab on Sunday, Facilities and Services: Changing rooms are available from 15:00– and third-place winners will receive Pro Innerstadt Basel gift certifi- This 45-minute English program, which is designed for kids ages 3–6, which takes place at the same time as the adult Café Scientifique talk 22:00 on the day of the run at Gymnasium Leonhard (entrance Leon- cates. includes stories, rhymes, and songs with interactive activities centered (15:00–17:00), or on one the following two Wednesdays from 14:00– hardstrasse) for men and Holbein Schule (entrance Kanonengassse) on a theme. Most sessions also include a simple craft project to take Registration: Registration costs CHF 18 for kids (6–16 years old) and 16:00. This month’s topic is entitled “Über Grenzen hinweg” (Beyond for women. The way to the starting line is well indicated, and there home. Younger and older siblings are welcome. Story Time takes place are many toilets right at the start on Münsterplatz. The Swiss Mas- CHF 35 for adults. You can register at the Basler Zeitung at Aeschen- borders). Why do birds migrate south in winter? Why do so many ani- at 10:00 at Purpur Familienzentrum in Riehen (Baselstrasse 44). Cost sage Team will be offering free massages to participants in the platz during their opening hours (Monday to Friday 8:00–18:00, Sat- mals need a territory? Why do nomads live in tents? Creatures move, is CHF 5 per family, and no registration is necessary. men’s and women’s changing rooms. Free warm-up sessions will urday 8:30–12.30) until November 6 for bank or post payments. You often over thousands of kilometers. Kids will examine patterns and take place at the Münsterplatz from 16:30–20:15. can also register online at www.baslerstadtlauf.ch until November www.familienzentrum-purpur.ch reasons for the migration of animals and humans. 25. If you register before November 6, you will receive your start www.cafe.unibas.ch/kidslab/programm Getting There: The municipality of Basel-Stadt is offering free public number and chip by mail; otherwise, they can be picked up at the transport for participants to and from the Stadtlauf on the entire “Info-Zelt” (information tent) at Münsterplatz on the day of the race T-Shirt Textile Workshop network of the Nordwestschweiz, including SBB trains (2nd class). from 13:00–20:00. Late registrations on the day of the run are also November 7 and 14 Tour of “Ben Vautier. Is Everything Art?” Simply present your registration confirmation when controlled. accepted at the Info-Zelt from 13:00–20:00; a CHF-10 late fee will What does a plastic bag have to do with a t-shirt? Youths will experi- November 10 and 24 Prizes: All runners in the children and youth categories (up to “un- apply. ment with plastic bags, make a pattern with them, and then sew their der-16”) will receive a souvenir medal that each year is specially www.stadtlauf.ch You are invited to join a short, guided tour in English of the exhibition of own t-shirt. Even the fabric will be modified with dyeing, printing, shir­ the works of artist, performer, organizer, linguistic inventor, and re- ring, and embroidering. On the second day of this two-day workshop, thinker of art, Ben Vautier. He is one of the pioneers of the Fluxus move- participants will sew their shirt at the Piazza Textile in Liestal. All are ment in Europe and is known for his welcome to take their designer piece home. The workshop is open for text images, which, using brief, pithy bfacademy.com youths ages 11–16 and will be held on two consecutive Saturdays from phrases, equally question and chal- 9:30–15:30. Cost is CHF 100 plus CHF 30 for materials; register online. lenge life and art. The Museum www.kwerk.ch Tinguely will be hosting the first com- prehensive retrospective of Vautier’s work in Switzerland, including over Science for Families 400 works in more than 30 rooms. The November 8 tour starts at 13:00; admission to the The University of Basel has a German-language program designed to museum costs CHF 15 for adults, free stimulate families’ interest in science. Café Scientifique takes place for kids age 16 and under when accompanied by an adult, otherwise one Sunday per month from 15:00–17:00, with specialists in various CHF 10. The cost of the tour is included in the entrance fee. Black Forest Academy fields of research giving talks in a relaxed café atmosphere. There is no www.tinguely.ch Quality Christian School pick-up and drop-off Tour of Opium Exhibit Schooling since 1956 at Basel Badische Bahnhof November 1 The Museum der Kulturen Basel is hosting an exhibition about the history of opium, from its cultivation and trade to the tools and objects for the production and consumption of the drug. Cultic symbol, popular drug of intoxication, source of inspiration for po- ets and writers, reason for war, Brown Fairy, Holy Smoke, Satan’s plant, poison—opium has been awarded many attributes and names. The exhibition illustrates how perceptions and opinions of this sticky brown mass have changed over time and shows opium Hammersteiner Strasse 50 in its many dimensions—repulsive, fear-inducing, mythical, fic- Mulhouse D tional, poetic, fascinating, and inspiring. There will be an English- 79400 Kandern, Germany Kandern F language tour of this exhibit from 15:00–16:00; entrance is free. 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Celebrating Literature Through Storytelling Tour of “The Sunken Treasure. The Antikythera Shipwreck” Book Presentation by Diccon Bewes Toddler Tales November 12, 19, and 26 November 15 November 16 November 24 English storytellers invite children to discover new ways to celebrate The Antikenmuseum Basel will be offering a tour in English of this ex- British-born Diccon Bewes, author of “Swiss Watching,” “Swisscellany,” Toddler Tales is designed to engage young listeners as they discover literature at the Basel West Library (Allschwilerstrasse 90, Basel) at hibit featuring the most important ancient shipwreck discovered to and “Slow Train to Switzerland,” will be at Bider & Tanner to present the wonderful world of books and the fun of language. Each session is 15:30. There will be three storytellers rotating throughout the months date, the Antikythera wreck. The exhibit, which is leaving Greece for the his new book, “Mit 80 Karten durch die Schweiz” (Around Switzerland designed around a theme and includes an interactive exploration of of November to February. On November 12, Shelly Verma invites listen- first time, highlights masterpieces of Greek art and technology, includ- in 80 Maps). Historical maps not only provide information, but can also classic stories, songs, and rhymes in English, as well as a simple craft ers to “Book a Trip Around the World” to explore folktales and fables ing a mysterious machine consisting of bronze gears that was also be overwhelmingly beautiful. For modern readers, they are the perfect related to the overall theme for the children to complete and take home. from different continents. On November 19, Jeanne Darling will present found on board. This Antikythera Mechanism is regarded as a kind of means to move in space and time. This book Toddler Tales takes place from 10:15–10:45 at the Basel West Library. “Fractured Tales;” in this program, a classic story will be introduced computer and as one of the most important discoveries in the history of contains 80 historical maps spanning 7 cen- Participation is free of charge and no registration is required. and, after exploring the plot, characters, and setting, the children will archeology. The tour starts at 14:00 and costs CHF 7; reservation is turies. Whether hand drawn or computer www.stadtbibliothekbasel.ch brainstorm adaptations and then act out the story. On November 26, required at 061-201-1212 or [email protected]. generated, medieval or modern, they all Traci West will present “Beyond Books,” a lively reading of popular pic- Note that a French tour will take place on November 8. show Switzerland and its regions in the past, ture books. Participation is free and no registration is required. www.antikenmuseumbasel.ch present, and possible future. Bewes enter- Talk: Thomas Lommée—Open Design www.stadtbibliothekbasel.ch tainingly tells the stories behind the maps— November 26 from the first representation of the Confed- The young Antwerp design studio Unfold explores the possibility of eration in 1480 to the birth of modern Tour of the Basel Cathedral Tour of “In Search of 0,10—The Last Futurist Exhibition ­design in the digital age. Their works include delicate and elegant ce- cartography; from an early post-route map of Painting” ramic objects, as well as projects making virtuosic and original use of November 14 from 1799 to the Soviet map of Basel from 3D printers and calling into question such concepts as “plagiarism” or Everyone knows what the Basler Münster November 15 the Cold War; from a Zurich city map for men “hacking.” With their book “Printing Things,” Unfold published the first looks like, but do we truly know Basel’s From 15:00–16:00, the Fondation Beyeler will be giving a public tour in from the 1970s to the vision of a 40-canton Switzerland. A look at these standard reference work on 3D-printed objects. A glimpse into the fu- landmark? Families with kids ages 16 and English of this temporary exhibit, which retraces an exhibition staged maps will provide insight into how today’s Switzerland has emerged. ture of design! This English-language talk will take place at the Vitra up are invited to discover Basel’s cathedral; in St. Petersburg in 1915 and featuring works of bitter rivals Kazimir The bilingual talk will start at 19:30, doors open at 19:15. Entrance is Design Museum in Weil am Rhein, Germany, at 18:00; admission is go behind locked doors, get into the attic, Malevich, who had just debuted his new non-objective paintings under CHF 15, CHF 10 with the Bider & Tanner Kundenkarte (customer card); free. and discover many exciting but unknown the banner of Suprematism, and Vladimir Tatlin with his revolutionary the entrance price will be reimbursed off any purchase on the night. www.design-museum.de facts about the city’s most beautiful build- counter-relief sculptures. The exhibition at the Fondation Beyeler in- www.biderundtanner.ch ing. The Programm für Elternbildung (PEB; cludes most of the works from the original exhibition, many of which Program for Parent Education) is offering are leaving Russia for the first time. Admission to the museum is Tour of the Fire Department of Basel-Stadt Family Tour of Schaulager this tour from 11:00–12:00; cost is CHF 30 CHF 25 for adults (CHF 50 for the whole family with Familienpass), per family (CHF 36 if you live outside of CHF 6 for kids ages 11–19, and free for kids under age 11. The tour November 21 November 29 ­Basel-Stadt). Register on the PEB website under “Familienkurse,” by costs an additional CHF 7. Note that a French tour of this exhibit will The Basel fire department is on call 24/7 with a staff of at least 24 peo- This guided tour in English of the Schaulager clicking on “Anmelden” for workshop number 32. take place on November 22, and an Italian tour on November 29. ple at any given time. But firefighters don’t just put out fires; they are in Münchenstein will give you an overview of www.peb-basel.ch www.fondationbeyeler.ch all-rounders, charged with many tasks. To learn what a firefighter does the current exhibition, “Future Present.” The during a 24-hour shift, the PEB has organized a tour for families (one 60-minute tour starts at 13:00; meeting place adult and one child age 9 and up) to visit and learn about the fire is at the ticket desk. The tour is included in the ­department from 14:15–16:00. Cost is CHF 40 per family (CHF 48 if you entrance price of CHF 18 for adults (CHF 12 live outside Basel-Stadt); register on the PEB website under “Familien­ with Familienpass); kids are free. No registra- kurse,” by clicking on “Anmelden” for workshop number 34. tion is required. Betriebswirtschaftliches www.peb-basel.ch www.schaulager.org Institut & Seminar Basel AG

Jukibu Intercultural Library Events Jukibu is a multi-cultural library that houses books for children and adolescents in over 50 languages, their largest collec- tion being English-language books. Below is the November schedule of the foreign-language events organized at the library. Distance learning courses in. Please visit their website (www.jukibu.ch) for a detailed list of activities or to become a member. You can also check out their Facebook page at www.facebook.com/jukibu. TM BUSINE SS Date Time Event Suitable for… Every Friday 17:00–19:00 Bookbinding workshop for children Children ages 9-12 ADMINISTRATION November 1 12:00–13:00 Storytelling in Spanish and German* Parents with children An Innovative Approach to Business Education November 7 10:30–11:30 Storytelling in Arabic and French Parents with children November 11 15:30–17:00 Storytelling in German Parents with toddlers Duration: 9 to 12 months. Learn about Basel’s only recognized November 13 18:30–22:30 Swiss storytelling evening at the JUKIBU** Primary School Children English language university offering November 18 15:30–16:30 Storytelling in French, Turkish, and German Parents with children Bachelors, MBA and doctoral degrees in: November 20 15:30–16:30 Storytelling in Spanish and German Parents with children November 21 13:00–14:00 A look at Japanese festivals: Parents with children International Business, Management, games and stories in Japanese and German Finance, Pharmaceutical Management, November 25 15:30–17:00 Storytelling in German Parents with toddlers and Sustainability Management November 27 16:15–18:00 Storytelling in German Parents with children Wartenbergstrasse 9, 4052 Basel Phone 061261 2000, [email protected] November 27 19:30 “Motivos de sobra”—A Portuguese/German reading Adults Program information at 061 271 90 00 www.business-education.ch *Markthalle, Viaduktstrasse, near Basel SBB or at www.thebaselschool.ch. ** Theme: Witches, wizards and black cats. Registration required at [email protected]

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Opera—Khovanshchina True Colours: An Evening of One Act Plays English Comedy November 2, 4, 6, 8, 14, 22, 24, and 26 November 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, and 14 November 7 “Khovanshchina,” a musical people’s drama in five acts by Modest Mussorgsky, creates a powerful his- What happens when we reveal our true selves? Semi-Circle, Basel’s Two living legends of U.K. comedy on the same bill—what more can a torical panorama of the hard-fought struggle between bitter rivals for the Czar’s crown. Mussorgsky, one English-language theater group, invites you to an evening of comic, se- comedy club ask for? Boothby Graffoe and Simon Munnery will be per- of the most innovative Russian composers of his time, distills an episode of Russian history to illustrate the rious, and thoughtful one-act plays linked by the theme of revelation of forming at the Kuppel in Basel; show starts at 20:00, doors open at past within the present and the eternal cycle of history. His Russia is being torn apart by opposing political hidden character, emotion, or conflict. In Woody Allen’s comic version 19:00. Tickets are CHF 40 (CHF 30 for students) and can be purchased factions in the power vacuum following an attempted rebellion. One of the protagonists is the conservative of Socrates’ demise, “My Apology,” the philosopher discovers that death online at www.starticket.ch. leader of the Czar’s guards, Ivan Khovansky, after whom the opera is named (“Khovanshchina” can be is not just an abstract idea, whereas in David Ives’ humorous “Sure www.internationalcomedyclub.ch translated as ‘The Khovansky Affair’). But the ordinary citizens, who suffer most and are most damaged by Thing” the characters stumble through the maze of wrong things to say the collision of opposing ideologies, are the real heroes of “Khovanshchina.” Mussorgsky sustains the plot on a first encounter. J.P.S. Yates’ “Sand to the Egyptians” is about the with a dense and colorful music rooted in the Russian musical tradition yet looking far ahead into the power games in speed-dating and interviews, and Kate Mosse’s darker Calexico ­future. Even if by the end of the opera the whole world is ablaze, a longing for a fairer world repeatedly “Syrinx” explores overcoming loss to re-gain friendship. All performanc- November 9 shines through. Mussorgsky focuses on the people as playthings of the mighty, but seems to yearn for a es start at 20:00 at the Theater Arlecchino at its new address (Walkeweg The name of this band is not just a society that can renew itself “from the bottom up.” He never completed his “magnum opus”—Igor Stravin- 122, 4052 Basel, near St. Jakob-Park). Tickets are CHF 30 (CHF 25 for place in the United States, but also sky would later provide a finale and Dmitry Shostakovich the orchestration. Directed by the young Russian groups of 10 or more) and can be bought through www.starticket.ch, at the combination of the words Cali- director Vasily Barkhatov, “Khovanshchina” will be presented at the Theater Basel in Russian, with German various outlets (Swiss Post, SBB, Manor, Coop City, Bider & Tanner, fornia and Mexico. The proximity to and English surtitles; tickets are CHF 50–118, CHF 27–61 for kids and students. Stadt-Casino), or at the theater box office on the evening. the border and the blurring of cul- www.theater-basel.ch www.semi-circle.ch tures engender a unique sound, often described as “desert noir,” that is influenced by different mu- Bar Concert—INEZproject sical styles, such as traditional November 6 Latin sounds, Southwestern Unit- Baloise Session ately conjured up by these likeable young men and their music. Catch Discover the Aktienmühle, a former flour mill turned community cen- ed States country music, ‘50s and ‘60s jazz, and ‘90s-’00s post-rock. Until November 12 the spirit of Ireland at the Kuppel in Basel at 20:00. Tickets are CHF 39.20 ter and meeting place that offers play groups, flea markets, children’s and can be purchased through Ticketcorner. area, bar area, monthly activities like cheese fondue around the camp- Calexico will be at the Reithalle at Kaserne (Basel). The event starts at The Baloise Session is a very special concert series that is taking place 19:30; tickets are CHF 42 (CHF 5 less on the evening with STUcard, www.actnews.ch fire, and concerts in the bar area. In November, three wonderful ladies at the Event Hall of the Messe Basel. The concerts are intimate, with a will be bringing their voices, guitars, and percussions to the bar of the ­Colour Key, and Kulturlegi) and can be purchased through Starticket or capacity of only 1,550 seats, and the atmosphere is uniquely club-like, Aktienmühle to present INEZproject, a concert of world music with a at the door. with round tables and candlelight. The line-up of performers and bands UB40 folk sound. Come and enjoy this concert that is refreshing, dreamy, ex- www.starticket.ch is impressive, and sitting so close to the musicians makes this a must- November 4 perimental, unique, and even somewhat rock; concert is free but dona- experience event. There are still great tickets available; visit their web- tions are accepted. site for a complete list of shows and to buy tickets online. UB40 are a British reggae/ Deep Purple pop band formed in 1979 www.aktienmuehle.ch www.baloisesession.ch in Birmingham. They have November 9 had more than 50 singles One of the most influential hard-rock bands, Deep Purple has so much Charlie Winston Melody Gardot in the U.K. Singles Chart to offer between “Smoke on the water” and “Child in time.” They will November 6 November 1 and have achieved consid- embark on their European tour with their most recent 20th studio album erable international suc- U.K. artist Charlie Winston has played piano and percussion from an in tow, as well as many of their classic rock hits. The concert will be at Singer, pianist, and guitarist Melody Gardot is considered one of the cess, with four Grammy early age, later adding bass and guitar. He also possesses a melodious, the Hallenstadion in Zürich starting at 20:00; tickets are CHF 76.90–86.90. most exciting musical discoveries of the decade, with her jazzy, often nominations and a 1984 soulful voice. In 2006 he released his debut, “Make Way,” on the label gossamer songs hinting at an underlying spell of fragility. AllBlues will www.ticketcorner.ch nomination for the Brit of Peter Gabriel, who immediately took him on his European tour. Earlier be presenting Melody Gardot live in concert at the Kongresshaus in Award for Best British Group. Presented by AllBlues, UB40 will be play- this year, he came out with his fourth album, “Curio City,” for which he Zürich with a taste of her new album “Currency Of Man,” which paints ing at the Volkshaus in Zürich at 20:00; tickets are CHF 61.60 and can not only wrote all of the songs, but also played all instruments except Mötley Crüe a hauntingly delicate soundscape between jazz and blues, pop and folk, be purchased through Ticketcorner. for the drums. His music changes from one piece to the next, ranging supported by her penetrating voice, emotionality, and passion. Tickets November 9 from old school hip-hop to up-tempo pop songs and danceable Sixties are CHF 61.60–111.90 and can be purchased through Ticketcorner. www.allblues.ch Mötley Crüe, one of the most legendary and iconic rock bands in the Soul. Winston will be at the Reithalle at Kaserne (Basel), which offers a world, will be going on a farewell tour that ends in their hometown of www.allblues.ch cool atmosphere for live music, a bar, and an open space for moving to Cube Session #13 Los Angeles on New Year’s the sounds. Doors open at 19:30; tickets are CHF 42 (CHF 5 less on the Eve 2015. Mötley Crüe fans November 5 evening with STUcard, Colour Key, and Kulturlegi), and can be pur- Chamber Music—Quatuor Modigliani were invited to vote for the The Cube Sessions take place four times a year at the Kuppel in Basel. chased through Starticket or at the door. November 3 cities where they wanted the Classical and electronic music leave their comfort zones in search of www.kaserne-basel.ch band to play for this final tour. The Quatuor Modigliani was founded in 2003 by four young musicians of something that’s more than the sum of its parts. The sessions make for Five hundred thousand fans the Paris Conservatory and has rapidly become one of the most sought- the perfect Thursday prologue to the upcoming weekend, taking the in 18 countries voted—and Le Ballet de l’Opéra National du Rhin after young ensembles in France. The quartet will play Schubert, listener on a musical voyage of discovery between remix, reprise, and Basel was chosen as one of Beethoven, and Dvorák with Italian instruments from 1590 and from flagrant rule-breaking. Amped/Wired will be accompanied by mem- November 6 the destinations! Mötley Crüe the 18th century. The concert will be at the Hans Huber-Saal of the bers of the Sinfonieorchester Basel. The concert begins at 21:00; tick- On this evening, Le Ballet de l’Opéra National du Rhin will perform will bring their largest pro- Stadt-Casino Basel at 19:30; tickets are CHF 32–62 and can be pur- ets cost CHF 20 (CHF 15 for students) and can be purchased online. three pieces of modern dance—“Le Sacre du Printemps” (The Rite of duction and pyro show to date, www.starticket.ch chased through . www.cubesessions.ch Spring), inspired by the music of Stravinsky; “La Chambre Noire” (The including Nikki Sixx’s Flame- www.kammermusik.org Dark Room) about the darkness of space, including pieces from Johann Throwing Bass and Tommy Sebastian Bach and Felix Mendelssohn-Bartholdy; and “Marbre” (Mar- Lee’s “Crüecifly” Drum Coast- French Wine Tasting ble), a piece about the isolation of the individual in human relation- er. Even the “Crüesnest,” on The Kilkenny’s November 5–7 ships. The 90-minute performance will start at 20:30 and take place at which fans can sit around the November 4 Mövenpick Weinkeller (Haltingerstrasse 101) in Basel is hosting a tast- Théâtre La Coupole, just across the border in St. Louis, France. Tickets band during the grand finale will be on site. The show, which promises Davey, the leader of the band, immediately captivates his audience with ing of over 40 different French wines during their opening hours on are € 25.00 for adults and € 9.50 for youths; they can be purchased to be a worthy and bombastic statement, will take place at St. Jakob- his open, natural manner, gently transporting you into the world of Thursday and Friday until 20:00 and on Saturday until 17:00. ­online. shalle in Basel, starting at 19:30; tickets cost CHF 86.90. Irish music. Images of the Emerald Isle and its lively pubs are immedi- www.moevenpick-wein.com www.lacoupole.fr www.ticketcorner.ch

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which is why many critics have called Bob Dylan’s new album a tribute Big Band Ball 2015 Around-the-World Whisky Seminar: On both evenings from 18:00–19:00 to Sinatra. Whatever you want to call it, Dylan’s vocal performance and November 14 you can join whisky expert Yvonne Zürcher for a one-hour seminar to his five-piece band bring these voluminous orchestral songs to a differ- learn about the differences in taste and production of whiskies from Feel like dancing the night away at a ball? The Stadtmusik Basel’s Big ent musical level. As a special treat, Bob Dylan will be giving two con- around the world. Cost for this seminar is CHF 60, which includes a Band will be holding a special Big Band Ball at the Festsaal of the certs at the Musical Theater in Basel. Available tickets cost CHF 161.90– coupon worth CHF 10 as well as entrance to the general whisky tasting Stadt-Casino Basel at Barfüsserplatz. This exclusive evening will take 221.90. on the same night. place from 19:30–01:00 (doors open at 19:00) and will include an apéro www.ticketcorner.ch and a 5-course meal. Cost is CHF 135 per person; register online until www.ullrich.ch November 7. BOY www.smb-bigband.ch Vocal Jazz Night with Cécile McLorin Salvant Quartet November 13 November 17 French Wine Tasting BOY is a pop duo consisting The Offbeat Concert series will be bringing U.S. jazz vocalist with Ca- November 14, 27, and 28 of Swiss singer Valeska ribbean roots, Cécile McLorin Salvant, to the Volkshaus in Basel. Since Steiner and German bass- Domaine Binet-Jacquet is a wine maker from the Languedoc region of completing her training, she has had success after success, including ist Sonja Glass who caused France, creating wines with a characteristic minerality that reflects the winning 1st prize at the Thelonius Monk Competition. With her promis- a sensation with their debut iron- and magnesium-rich terroir of the ancient slate soils of the re- ing voice and a great mix of traditional jazz, Kurt Weill, and European album “Mutual Friends,” gion. They will be in Basel to present a range of their wines on the first e-music, McLorin Salvant embodies innovation in the truest sense of climbing directly to the top floor “Cantina” of the Unternehmen Mitte (Gerbergasse 30) on November the word. The concert begins at 20:15, doors open at 19:30; tickets cost ABBA Gold 10 in Switzerland and Ger- 14 from 18:00–21:00, and at Unsere Hausdegustation (Jungstrasse 29) CHF 24–59. November 10 many with their charming, on November 27 and 28 from 12:00–17:00. www.offbeat-concert.ch Back again for one night only, “ABBA Gold” stages the music of ABBA catchy tune “Little num- www.binet-jacquet.com as vivid and original as possible at the Saalbau Rhypark in Basel. bers,” holding a position in The high quality and attention to detail, from the original costumes the top 100 for almost MARTINU˚ FESTIVAL 40 weeks. They will be at to the Swedish accent of the band members, mean that the audi- November 15–29 ence does not have to close their eyes to believe that they are attend- the Volkshaus in Basel to Since 1995, the pianist Robert Kolinsky and his team have endeavored ing a “real” ABBA concert. Tickets range from CHF 41.20–81.90. present their long-awaited second album “We Were Here.” Deep harmo- nies and arrangements are complemented by direct and touching lyr- to bring renowned artists to Basel. This long-standing classical music www.actnews.ch ics. The songs are interwoven with warmth, empathy, and the ability to festival, which aims to popularize the works of Czech composer Bo- find oneself in the stories. Doors open at 19:00, concert starts at 20:00; huslav Martinu˚ , is regarded by the media as “the smallest but finest of tickets are CHF 45.30. its kind.” This year’s festival includes a chamber music concert, a sym- www.ticketcorner.ch phony orchestra concert, a puppet theater, a cello comedy, and a jazz concert. Events will take place at the Stadt-Casino, the Basler Mario- Simply Red netten-Theater, the Tabourettli, and the Tinguely Museum. Visit the November 11 Room Service website for a list of events, dates, times, and locations. For their 30-year anniversary, the English band Simply Red will be back November 13 and 14 www.martinu.ch in Europe for a 36-city tour. They have sold over 60 million albums This very unique theater performance will take place at the Hotel Euler worldwide, and with hits like “Holding back the years” and “If you don’t in Basel. “Room Service” is a bilingual interactive video performance Marrinsky Orchestra St. Petersburg know me by now,” they have written music history. Expect an energetic that accompanies four spatially separated people through a sleepless November 16 show filled with all of the hits that you know and love. The concert will night at the Hotel Euler in Basel. Two women and two men in four iden- take place at the St. Jakobshalle in Basel at 20:00; tickets cost The Marrinsky Orchestra from St. Petersburg will be playing pieces by tical rooms—alone. Nestled in the world of room service and knowing CHF 81.90. Borodin, Prokofjew, and Tschaikowsky with pianist Denis Matsuez un- that almost everything is available there, the performers of the suc- der the direction of Valery Gergiev. The concert will be held at the www.ticketcorner.ch cessful collective Gob Squad become prisoners of their own needs. The Musiksaal of the Stadt-Casino Basel at 19:30; tickets cost CHF 85–195 audience follows the action on four monitors in a cozy conference room and can be purchased online. of the hotel, while the intimacy of the rooms increasingly develops into Amarone Wine Tasting different stages. The focused look of the actors into the camera indi- www.konzerte-basel.ch November 12 cates that they are aware of the presence of the audience. The knowl- Paul Ullrich will be hosting a wine-tasting evening featuring the Italian edge that they are able to get in touch with the audience via telephone Whisky & Bourbon Tasting in Basel Amarone, Ripasso, and Valpolicella wines. This event costs CHF 20 and ultimately helps them to survive this night. Tickets are CHF 35, CHF 15 November 17 and 18 will take place from 17:00–21:00 at their Schneidergasse 27 location in with STUcard, Colour Key, or Kulturlegi, and can be purchased through If you are a whisky fan, here is a great opportunity to taste and com- Basel; no registration is required. There is no obligation to buy, but any Starticket. pare! Paul Ullrich will be presenting over 50 different whiskies, bour- Gypsyfestival wine purchased on the night of the tasting will be 10% off, and the en- www.kaserne-basel.ch bons, and single malts from Scotland, the United States, and Japan, as trance fee will be reimbursed with an order of CHF 200 or more. November 15 well as a few surprises from other countries. Scottish salmon from the The 10th Oriental & Flamenco Gypsyfestival will stop for one night www.ullrich.ch fish experts at Dörig and Brandl will also be available for an additional Ü30 Party at the Volkshaus in Basel with another incredible line-up of Roma CHF 15 per plate. The whisky event will take place at their Laufen- music culture. The program includes traditional Flamenco with November 14 strasse 16 location in Basel from 18:00–22:00 and costs CHF 35; no dancers and musicians, wild and melancholic vocals, rousing gypsy Bob Dylan This disco is for those over 30 years old who love to dance, listen to pre-registration is necessary for the general whisky tasting. Also on music from the Balkans, South-Italian songs, and captivatingly November 13 and 14 good music with like-minded people, get together with “old” friends, or these two evenings, you can take part in two special seminars led by sensual dance moves. The beauty of the rich, traditional movement meet interesting new people. The Offene Kirche Elisabethen (Elisa- experts in the field of whisky. These seminars have a different cost and Bob Dylan is considered without a doubt the single most important inter- treasure, coupled with vibrant, expressive gestures and a rousing bethen Church) near Bankverein hosts a dance party from 20:00–02:00 require pre-registration on their website. preter of the rock era, the incarnation of a counterculture, and song- stage presence invigorates the audience. Tickets are CHF 35–65. once every two months to raise money for charitable causes. This year’s writer of the century. In the 53rd year of his career, he explores a ter- Adelphi Tasting: On both evenings from 18:30–19:30, there will also be The show starts at 19:00 (doors open at 18:30); however, you are beneficiary is Cartons du Coeur, an organization that provides basic rain that few have associated with him—The Great American Songbook. a tasting of the latest Adelphi bottles where you can taste and learn welcome to attend the opening dance show from 17.30–18.15 for an food necessities to people on the poverty line. Tickets cost CHF 25; it is The songs Dylan picked out for this album have one thing in common: from the master himself—Alex Bruce from the Adelphi Selection. This additional CHF 10. they all were made famous through countless international artists— advisable to buy them in advance through Ticketcorner as this event separate tasting is in Scottish English. Cost is CHF 50, which includes www.gypsyfestival.ch from Billie Holiday to Diana Krall, from Chet Baker to Tony Bennett— sells out quickly. a coupon worth CHF 10 as well as entrance to the general whisky tast- but also, without exception, by the interpretations of Frank Sinatra, www.offenekirche.ch/programm_veranstaltungskalender.htm ing on the same night.

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Thriller–Live 77 Bombay Street Die Schöne und das Biest (Beauty and the Beast) November 17–22 November 19 November 25 – December 13 The celebrated original show from London’s West End, Thriller–Live, Having hit the top of the Swiss music charts, you will surely recognize One of Disney’s greatest successes, “The Beauty and the Beast” has bewitched audiences worldwide will be at the Musical Theater in Basel for eight live shows. Thriller– the songs of this Swiss folk-rock group from Graubünden. Consisting and is now coming to Basel for two weeks. This German-language musical version captures the Live celebrates the phenomenon Michael Jackson, creating a grand of four brothers—Matt, Joe, Simri-Ramon, and Esra—they named their magical story of the beautiful Belle and the show with his greatest hits and his distinctive dance style live on stage. band after their temporary home in Australia, where the family of nine ­enchanted, unfeeling prince, who may be re- Starting with his first successes as a member of the Jackson 5 and hits lived for two years when they were children. They won two Swiss Music converted only by the love of a human being. like “Bad,” to the songs of the world’s best-selling album of all time, Awards in 2012 with their album “Up in the Sky” and have just released The soulful original music, weightless dance “Thriller,” the show combines more than 40 years of Michael Jackson’s their latest album, “Seven Mountains.” They will be playing at the Rhy­ scenes, brilliant solos, and opulent, colorful career. Tickets are CHF 38–98, CHF 10 higher for Friday and Saturday park in Basel; tickets cost CHF 50 and are for standing room only. costumes bring this wonderful fairy tale to life. evening performances, half-price for kids ages 6–16, and 30% dis- www.actnews.ch Don’t miss this unforgettable experience at the counted for students and seniors. Musical Theater in Basel. Shows are 2 hours www.ticketcorner.ch and 45 minutes long and not suitable for kids under age 6. Tickets are CHF 37–117; half-price for kids ages 6–16, and 30% discount for stu- Nicole Bernegger dents and seniors. November 19 www.ticketcorner.ch Nicole Bernegger, winner of The Voice of Switzerland 2013, is a super- woman with an amazing voice. She opened for Simply Red on their ­European tour this fall and is now performing some solo concerts. She will be playing at the METRO Grand Casino Basel at 20:30; tickets cost St. Andrew’s Night 2015 Zemlinsky Quartett CHF 15. Note that entrance to the casino, its bars, restaurants, and November 21 November 24 events hall is only permitted to people 18 years and older. The Pipes and Drums of Basel will be presenting their traditional The Gesellschaft für Kammermusik will be presenting the Zemlinsky www.grandcasinobasel.com St. Andrew’s Night on November 21 at the Congress Center of the Quartett from Prague at the Hans Huber-Saal of the Stadt-Casino Basel­ Messe Basel. This will be a traditionally Scottish evening, including at 19:30. The award-winning string quartet will be playing pieces by Haggis ritual and all. Tickets cost CHF 98 for the whole program, which Dvorák, Krenek, and Schönberg. Tickets are CHF 32–62 and can be pur- includes an aperitif, three-course meal (excluding drinks), and finally chased through www.starticket.ch. Mnozil Brass haggis with a glass of whisky. You can reserve individual tickets or a www.kammermusik.org table for 8–10 people directly on their website. Lord of the Dance November 20 November 20 www.pdbs.ch This group of seven brass musicians will have you entertained in every Pasión de Buena Vista This internationally acclaimed show will come the St. Jakobshalle way. They are talented and comical, intertwining slap-stick and music in Basel. It combines folk, pop art, hi-tech, Irish-American tap in a way that you won’t soon forget—they are never predictable but English Comedy November 26 dance, and flamenco to create a rhythmic, melodic, and optical re- ­always fun. AllBlues concert series will be bringing Mnozil Brass and November 21 Hot rhythms, rousing dances, exotic beauties, and dreamy melodies vue that with its dedicated ensemble and high-level performance their new show “YES, YES, YES” to the Stadt-Casino in Basel at 20:00. Enjoy multi-faceted character guide you through the exciting nightlife of Cuba. Pasión de Buena Vista, is sure to catapult audiences into a euphoric mood. Their current Tickets are CHF 46.30–86.90 and can be purchased through Ticketcorner. comedy of the highest caliber “A Music & Dance Experience—Live from Cuba,” will transport you show, “Dangerous Games,” represents a sort of “best of” program www.allblues.ch from one of the U.K.’s foremost from the Häbse-Theater in Basel to the streets of the Caribbean island that reunites fans with the hit show, while giving it a new look when performers. Ivan Brackenbury and give you pure Cuban joie de vivre. This exciting and sensual evening the 40 outstanding dancers perform in front of huge LED-em- versus Ian D Montfort featur- will start at 20:00; tickets are CHF 59, but they are going fast! bossed backdrops and with slightly modified costumes. Doors will Palazzo Colombino ing Tom Binns will be present- www.haebse-theater.ch open at 18:00 and the show starts at 20:00; tickets are available November 20 – January 24 ed at the Kuppel in Basel; the through Ticketcorner for CHF 65.70–139.90. For the 14th year, the Palazzo Colombino will be kicking off their new show starts at 20:00, doors www.actnews.ch season at the Rosent­alanlage near the Messe in Basel. Experience this open at 19:00. Tickets are CHF 40 (CHF 30 for students) and can be pur- Champagne Tasting high-class variety show of a different kind. Spoil yourself with a 4-course chased online at www.starticket.ch. November 26 candle-light dinner prepared by master chef Peter Moser in a mirrored www.internationalcomedyclub.ch tent with a special atmosphere while enjoying a mixture of fascinating Just in time for the holidays, Paul Ullrich is inviting you for an evening of tasting bubblies to suit all palates. You can sample from over 35 dif- artistry brought to you by acrobats, jugglers, magicians, clowns, musi- Fall Concert of the Basel Philharmonic Orchestra cians, and much more. Tickets range from CHF 140-240; visit their ferent champagnes and other sparkling wines from France, Spain, and November 22 website for a complete line-up of the artists and shows and to buy your Italy, from well-known as well as smaller wine producers. The cost is tickets online. For their fall concert, the Philharmonisches Orchester Basel will be CHF 30, which will be reimbursed with an order of CHF 300 or more. All playing pieces by Schumann and Dvorák with pianist Aglaia Graf and wines ordered on the evening will be discounted 10%. Seafood and fish www.palazzocolombino.ch conductor Jonathan Brett Harrison. The concert will be held at the specialties from Dörig and Brandl are available for an additional CHF 15 Musiksaal of the Stadt-Casino Basel at 17:00. Tickets are CHF 25–45; per plate. This event will take place at their central location at Schneider- 50% discount for children and students. gasse 27 in Basel from 17:00–21:00. www.philharm-orchester-basel.ch www.ullrich.ch

Imagine Dragons November 24 Wine Tasting November 26–28 This four-person band from Las Vegas hit like a storm following the release of their first album “Night Visions” in 2012. They have gained a Mövenpick Weinkeller (Haltingerstrasse 101) in Basel is hosting a reputation as a phenomenal live band in the last two years, and all their ­tasting of a variety of wines from their current catalogue during their previous concerts in Switzerland were sold out. They will be presenting opening hours on Thursday and Friday until 20:00 and Saturday until their new album, “Smoke and Mirrors,” at the Hallenstadion in Zürich; 16:00. The event is free of charge and the staff at Mövenpick is always tickets will sell out quickly, so act fast. happy to assist you in English. www.ticketcorner.ch www.moevenpick-wein.com

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Entertainment:Sports and Recreation Night on the Town (continued)

Lori Glori’s Gospel Night spaceship headed on a course towards the coolest party on the moon, Scorpions November 28 and you have the sound of The Asteroids Galaxy Tour’s third album November 28 “Bring Us Together.” They will be presenting their new album at the You can experience the unique voice and authentic emotions of Lori The year 2015 marks the 50th anniversary of the Ger- METRO Grand Casino Basel at 20:30; tickets cost CHF 15. Note that Glori at the “Shining Gospel Night.” It promises to be a touching, evoca- man band Scorpions. They are by far the most suc- entrance to the casino, its bars, restaurants, and events hall is only tive concert evening with new gospel songs from her CD “Shine” and a cessful rock band of continental Europe, having sold permitted to people 18 years and older. fine selection of traditional and well-known gospel music. She will over 100 million records and played 5,000 concerts ­perform at the Häbse Theater at 20:00; tickets are CHF 35 and can be www.grandcasinobasel.com in over 80 countries. With classic hits like “Wind of purchased online. change” and “Rock you like a hurricane,” which www.haebse-theater.ch itself was covered over 150 times by different Christmas at the Movies musicians, the Scorpions stand for a brilliant November 28 sound and great concert rock. The energy and Sugaray Rayford Band Let the 21st Century Symphony Orchestra, 21st desire for rock ‘n roll have not waned over the November 28 Century Chorus, and Boys Choir Lucerne put your decades—quite to the contrary. Catch them at the entire family in the Christmas mood. The concert Hallenstadion in Zürich to witness their The musical spectrum of Sugaray program will include classic Christmas music from ­unrestrained and playful passion for performing. Rayford ranges from the classic such films as “The Polar Express,” “Home Alone,” Tickets are CHF 86.90 for standing room and Delta blues of Son House and the “Edward Scissorhands,” “The Chronicles of Narnia,” CHF 96.90 for seats. swinging Texas blues à la T-Bone and “The Golden Compass.” Don’t miss this special Walker to modern “funky” Soul- www.ticketcorner.ch pre-Christmas event at the Musiksaal of the Blues. He has received a nomina- ­Stadt-Casino. The concert starts at 19:30; tickets tion for the prestigious BB King En- cost CHF 25–89 and can be purchased through tertainer award at the 36th Blues www.shop.reservix.de. Music Awards as well as for Tradi- tional Blues Male Artist and three www.21co.ch Mannish Boys nominations. Don’t miss the Sugaray Rayford Blues Band at the Volkshaus in Basel with new songs from their latest album, “Southside.” Tickets are CHF 40.20– Gospel Night 2015 Opera—Samson and Dalila reviews worldwide. In this “The Art of Solo Piano” program, the two will 60.60; the concert starts at 20:15, doors open at 19:30. November 29 November 29 play at the Martinskirche Basel at 20:00. A very exciting match for a stylish cross-concert! Tickets cost CHF 29–58 and can be bought www.volkshaus-basel.ch On the evening of the first In this popular French opera, the strongest man is seduced by the most through Starticket. Sunday of Advent, the ­Basel beautiful woman and loses his powers. Camille Saint-Saëns’ opera Münster will be crowded about the biblical hero Samson, who helps the Hebrews to victory over www.offbeat-concert.ch The Asteroid Galaxy Tour with people coming to hear the Philistines, which then, however, dooms his love of Dagon priestess November 28 Gospelnacht 2015. The pro- Dalila, is one of the greatest and most sensual choral tableaux. This gram, which starts at 20:00, The Asteroids Galaxy Tour is a Danish pop band made famous by their concert performance, the first under new music director Erik Nielson, The Basel English Panto Group Presents: song “The Golden Age” from the 2011 Heineken commercial. Take the ranges from traditional will be held at the Theater Basel at 18:30. The performance will be in trumpets and soul from a Mexican mariachi band, add processed beats gospel to modern pop an- French with German and English surtitles; tickets are CHF 45–102, and samples that mercilessly force each and every body to get up and thems and appeals to peo- CHF 25–53 for kids and students. ple of all generations. Young dance. Top it all off with a dash of psychedelic-futuristic synth allure www.theater-basel.ch and Mette Lindberg’s sultry vocals. Toss it all aboard a tightly packed www.gospelchorammuenster.ch Bluegrass Jamboree King November 29 Are you a fan of Bluegrass or would you like to experience this form of American folk music for the first time? Then consider attending the Ballet Black seventh Bluegrass Jamboree in Liestal, 20 minutes from Basel. The November 26 Festival of Bluegrass and Americana Music is traveling with new artists Directed and written by In 2012, Cassa Pancho’s Ballet Black won the “Dance Europe Award in the legendary Banjo-Bus throughout the country. The past six fes­ Richard Brown for Outstanding Company” at the national British dance awards. The tivals were met with great enthusiasm, standing ovations, and many rapid rise of this ensemble was not a foregone conclusion; hardly a rave reviews. This year’s jamboree will be held at the Kulturhotel Gug- dancer of African or Asian decent had made it into the hallowed halls genheim and will feature Richie Sterans & Rosie Newton (Appalachian of the ballet. The Ballet Black was founded in 2001 with the aim of Americana), The Howlin’ Brothers (Southern Roots Stringband), The putting exactly these dancers with their extraordinary artistic skills Railsplitters (Rocky Mountain Bluegrass), and the festival’s jam ­session into the spotlight of contemporary dance. The dancers show their skill finale. The concert starts at 17:00, doors open at 16:00 with bar service; and versatility in this new program, which consists of three choreo­ tickets are CHF 35 and can be purchased through www.starticket.ch. graphies: “To Fetch a Pail of Water,” choreographed by Kit Holder; www.guggenheimliestal.ch “Second Coming” by Mark Bruce, inspired by the eponymous poem by British poet W.B. Yeats; and “Depouillement” choreographed by Will Tuckett. This overwhelming dance evening celebrates its German Hans Feigenwinter solo and Craig Taborn solo The Panto premiere at the Burghof in Lörrach. Tickets are € 34–44; € 12 dis- November 30 counts for youths. The power of love will overcome The Offbeat concert series presents two great innovators of contem­ www.burghof.com porary jazz—the crème de la crème of Swiss jazz pianists, Hans Feigen­ winter, and piano virtuoso and sound tinkerer Craig Taborn from De- troit. Hans Feigenwinter has set new standards, both as a conductor design Annet van Oss van Annet design and with his quintet and trio formations. Craig Taborn became known December 10th, 11th 19.30 | 12th, 13.30 & 19.30 | 13th, 12.30 & 17.00 through his work with James Carter, Chris Potter, Dave Holland, and www.baselpanto.org • www.ticketino.ch Dave Douglas. His solo CD and the trio album on ECM received rave

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Nubya—Christmas Moments Pauluskirche, Basel December 11 www.actnews.ch

Madonna Hallenstadion, Zürich December 12 www.ticketcorner.ch

Cesar Millan—The Dog Whisperer Show St. Jakobshalle, Basel December 17 www.abc-production.ch

Corale Ermitage Elisabethenkirche, Basel December 26 www.actnews.ch

Die Grosse Giuseppe Verdi Gala Stadt-Casino, Basel December 27 www.actnews.ch

Swan Lake—National Russian Ballet Musical Theater, Basel January 8–9, 2016 www.actnews.ch

Das Phantom der Oper Musical Theater, Basel January 15, 2016 www.actnews.ch

Night of the Jumps 2016 St. Jakobshalle, Basel January 29–30, 2016 www.stjakobshalle.ch

Hurts MAAG Halle, Zürich February 22, 2016 www.starticket.ch

Ellie Goulding Hallenstadion, Zürich February 28, 2016 www.ticketcorner.ch

Elvis the Show—The King is Back Musical Theater, Basel March 22, 2016 www.actnews.ch

Dixie Chicks Hallenstadion, Zürich April 17, 2016 www.ticketcorner.ch

Muse Hallenstadion, Zürich May 11 & 12, 2016 www.starticket.ch

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