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A Monthly Guide to Living in Basel June 2015

What is Art (Basel)? LETTER FROM THE EDITOR

Dear Basel Life Readers: The world-renowned Art Basel fair will be dominating the scene in Basel this month, as well as the pages of this issue of Basel Life Magazine. Learn all about June 2015 Volume 3 Issue 9 the Art Basel fair, the associated art shows and events, as well as about Ernst Beyeler, the Basler who was instrumental in putting Basel on the map in the art TABLE OF CONTENTS world, one of the initiators of Art Basel and founder of the Fondation Beyeler. Sports opportunities are also plentiful this month: Whether you are into dance Feature Event: Art Basel 2015 4-5 fitness, water aerobics, Pilates, Tai Chi, yoga, or playful movements with your young kids, there is an exercise program for everyone in Basel’s beautiful parks this summer. You can also join a large group of like-minded people for a Mon- Events in Basel: June 2015 6-9 day night skate through the streets of Basel, go on a guided Sunday bike ride for families, participate in a paddling trial class on the Rhein, or register yourself and your colleagues for the B2RUN company fun run later this month. Fun Outings: Beyond Basel 10-11 The summer holidays are also fast approaching, and with them the need to find some fun activities for your kids. Our special section will provide you with infor- Special Feature: Summer Camps for Kids! 12-15 mation on the many camps or swimming lessons that are offered in the Basel area this summer. With offers ranging from camping to climbing and from art to , even the biggest naysayers will find a camp to pique their interest! Calendar: June 2015 16-17 If you are looking for some adventures outside of town, why not visit Europe’s most spectacular interactive dinosaur exhibit or discover a bird park in the southern Black Forest of Germany? Those with more “sporty” interests may Basel Traditions: Basel on the Map of the Art World 18 enjoy a nature walk in Canton Vaud or a bicycle tour through the wine region of Alsace. Markets and Fairs 19 Basel also offers entertainment galore, with , musicals, youth festi- vals, special events at the zoo, dance parties, wine tastings, and a cigar lounge. You also can enjoy a tremendous line-up of theater, concerts, operas, ballets, Workshops, Tours, and Education 20-22 matinées, and children’s concerts before the Sinfonieorchester Basel and the Theater Basel go on their summer break. If you are relatively new to Basel or if you would simply like to know more about Swissness in a Nutshell: The Matterhorn 23 everything this fabulous city has to offer, June is the perfect month to find out more. You can attend a Welcome-to-Basel information evening, join a Basel- for-Newcomers tour, and visit the annual Expat Expo, where you can collect all Sports and Recreation 24-25 sorts of information on local businesses and services designed especially for the English-speaking population of Basel. Get Going! 26-27 We hope you will have an exciting month and look forward to meeting some of our readers at the Expat Expo—so be sure to stop by and say hi! Entertainment: Night on the Town 28-30 Christine Ticket Office: Get Your Tickets Now! 31 Christine Pesold Editor-in-Chief [email protected] Mark Your Calendar: July/August 2015 back page

Basel Life Magazine Staff: Editor-in-Chief: COVER: What is Art Basel? Art Basel is an art fair focusing on modern and contem- Christine Pesold porary art that was founded by three Basel gallerists—Trudi Bruckner, Balz Hilt, and Advertising & Subscription Manager / Editor: Ernst Beyeler—in 1970. The initiators obviously hit a nerve, because even in its first Susanne Hiller year, the fair attracted 90 galleries and 30 publishers from 10 different countries as Art Director: well as 16,300 visitors. Since then, it has continuously grown in size and scope. This Jon Hoefer year’s edition features about 300 galleries from all over the world showing and sell- ing the works of more than 4,000 artists and is expected to attract more than 90,000 For more information about subscribing or advertising – please contact us: visitors. Moreover, due to the success of the original show, two additional shows [email protected] with the same scope have been launched in Miami Beach in 2002 and Hong Kong in www.facebook.com/basellifemagazine 2013. With its wide variety and high quality of artistic works exhibited, Art Basel has www.basellife.com been dubbed the “Olympics of the Art World.”

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2 Basel Life Magazine / www.basellife.com photo credits: ©courtesy of art basel (cover images), © MCH Messe Schweiz (Basel) AG June 2015 3 Feature Event

LISTE on Tuesday and Wednesday, from 10:00-19:00 galleries present over 200 contemporary art- June 16-21 on Thursday and Friday, and from 11:00-19:00 works. selection artfair will be located in an on Saturday and Sunday. Admission costs exhibition space of 400m2 at the Basel Art What began as an initiative by young galler- June 18-21 CHF25 (CHF20 for students and seniors), or Center—Hall 33 (Riehentorstrasse 33 in Ba- ArtBasel ists in 1996 has developed into one of the you can purchase a combination tickets with sel), just a short walk from Art Basel. Open most important fairs for contemporary young Practical Information Guided Tours: Guided tours are available Art Basel for CHF65. Wednesday to Saturday from 12:00-21:00 daily in German, French, and English; private art in the world. The intentionally low number Location: Art Basel takes place in Halls 1 and http://basel2015.designmiami.com and Sunday from 12:00-19:00; admission is tours can also be arranged in Spanish, Portu- of 78 galleries from 30 countries and the high 2 of the Messe Basel. Hall 1 will host the Un- CHF10. guese, Russian, and Mandarin. For reservation level of sophistication of those galleries are limited and Magazines sectors as well as Art http://selection-art.com The Show and information, contact Nicole Reber at info@ reasons for LISTE’s extraordinary success, SCOPE 2015 Basel Conversations and Salon (a series of international reputation, and drawing power. Art Basel, which has been described as the culture-consulting.ch. June 16-21 presentations, lectures, and discussions). Hall It has become a key event for young artists “Olympics of the Art World,” is a premier 2 will host the Galleries, Feature, Edition, and Art Book Fair: I Never Read Childcare (Art Kids): Art Basel offers a free kin- and offers art lovers the opportunity to dis- This contemporary art exhibit features 85 international art show for modern and con- June 17-20 Statements sectors. cover real innovations. The show takes place international exhibitors, 10 Breeder Program temporary works, bringing over 300 leading dergarten and playroom for children ages 4-12 at the old Warteck Brewery at Burgweg 15 in galleries, and 10 Juxtapoz Presents galler- I Never Read, Art Book Fair Basel takes place galleries from North America, Latin Amer- Time: There are several preview shows on June who are introduced to art while their parents Kleinbasel. The preview to the show will be ies, offering a view of the contemporary art during the Art Basel week and aims to of- ica, Europe, Asia, and Africa to Basel. For 16 and 17, as well as the vernissage on June 17, visit the show. Children enrolled in the program by invitation only on Monday, June 15, from market that is available nowhere else. Exhibi- fer a platform for all kinds of art and artists’ this 46th edition of Art Basel, works by more that are by invitation only. The show is open to will participate in activities including arts and 12:00-17:00. This will be followed by an open- tors hail from 4 continents and over 20 coun- publications, bringing together national and than 4,000 artists—from the great masters of the public from Thursday, June 18, to Sunday, crafts, art history, and storytelling under the ing reception from 17:00-21:00 that is open to tries, including China, Mexico, Japan, Korea, international, institutional and independent modern art to the latest generation of emerg- June 21, from 11:00-19:00 daily. supervision of Robi-Spiel-Aktionen profession- als. Children ages 7 and over can also develop the public—everyone is welcome! On Tues- Brazil, Italy, Iran, Russia, Turkey, France, publishers as well as book lovers. The fair is ing stars—will be presented in the show’s Belgium, the Netherlands, Norway, Switzer- accompanied by a radio station for audio con- Tickets: Day tickets for adults are CHF48 their skills in the arts and crafts workshops day to Saturday, LISTE 20 will be open from multiple sections. The exhibits include the land, Germany, UK, Spain, and Canada. It is tributions about traditional art media as well (CHF25 after 17:00) and reduced-price tick- organized in collaboration with the Museum 13:00-21:00 and on Sunday from 13:00-18:00. highest-quality paintings, , draw- located in a 4000m² pavilion at Klybeckquai as future practices in the arts. This fair is free ets for students/seniors are CHF35. Kids up to Tinguely for a fee. Art Kids is open during show Entrance costs CHF20 for adults (CHF6 af- ings, installations, performances, multiples, on the Rhein (Uferstrasse 40 in Basel), along and open to the public at the Kaserne Basel age 16 are free when accompanied by a parent. hours in Hall 1.1. ter 20:00); students are free. prints, photographs, magazines, and videos. with several restaurants, bars, and clubs on Wednesday from 18:00-22:00, Thursday Two-day tickets (CHF80) and permanent tickets During the fair, there will The fair is divided into eight different sectors: orchestrating “pop-ups” along the once-in- and Friday from 16:00-22:00, and Saturday (CHF110) are also available, as are combination be several bars and dustrial riverfront. SCOPE Basel can eas- from 12:00-18:00. >> In the Galleries sector, more than 200 of tickets for Art Basel and Design Miami/Basel restaurants inviting ily be reached by a scenic walk along the the world’s leading galleries of modern and (CHF65). Tickets can be purchased in two cen- you to relax. The best www.ineverread.com Rhein, by trams 8 (stop: Kleinhüningen) trally located Basel Tourismus Infopavillions view of Basel can be contemporary art show their artworks. and 14 (stop: Dreirosenbrücke), or by com- from Monday, June 15, to Sunday, June 21. enjoyed from the tow- The Solo Project er bar. The restaurant plimentary shuttle service between SCOPE >> The Feature sector emphasizes precisely curated All tickets are also available at the Basel Tour- June 18-21 “Don Camillo” with its and Art Basel, LISTE, and VOLTA11. Open- projects that may include solo presentations as ism offices, or online at http://messe-tickets. well-known cuisine will ing hours for the public are 16:00-20:00 The Solo Project is a forum for selected well as juxtapositions and thematic exhibits from messe.ch/li/gg/dqg/lang/eng/. serve you from 12:00- on Tuesday and 11:00-20:00 from international galleries to showcase works several artists. Note that tickets to Art Basel entitle the holder 23:00. Guided tours Wednesday to Sunday; entrance by leading artists. The project seeks to offer to reduced entrance prices at local art museums will be offered from costs CHF30, CHF20 for students. an opportunity to enhance the contemporary >> The Statements sector presents exciting new solo art experience by presenting a more in-depth during the show. Wednesday to Sunday www.scope-art.com projects by young, emerging artists. at 15:00. Price is CHF10 view of individual artists, with a focus on the (CHF5 for students); art galleries going public on this carefully se- >> In the Editions sector, leading publishers of to register contact Selection Artfair lected group of artists, each presenting solo editioned works, prints, and multiples exhibit Associated Shows VOLTA11 [email protected] or con- June 16-21 or collaborative projects. The exhibition will the results of their collaboration with During and around the Art Basel, many museums June 15-20 tact the fair office. selection artfair is the smallest of the take place at the St. Jakobshalle in Basel. renowned artists. For the 11th year, will showcase the Opening hours are 12:00-20:00 on Wednes- and cultural institutions in Basel and surround- www.liste.ch well-recognized side fairs during the Art Ba- ing areas host a plethora of additional exhibitions highest caliber of new art bearing salient sel week. The show is deliberately designed day, 10:00-19:00 on Thursday to Saturday, >> The Unlimited sector is the pioneering exhibition and events, including some outdoor events (Art contemporary positions within an elegant envi- to deepen the visitor’s art experience and im- and 10:00-17:00 on Sunday. platform for projects that go beyond the limita- Parcours), creating an exciting, region-wide art ronment. VOLTA focuses on galleries—whether Design Miami/ Basel pression. Ten personally invited and selected www.the-solo-project.com tions of traditional art-show stands, such as out- week. The following are details of some of these young or mature—that aim to work with the June 16-21 sized sculptures and paintings, video projections, side events. most exciting emerging artists, staying con- This fair is a global forum for design that large-scale installations, and performances. nected to them and following them throughout brings together the best and most influential GZ Basel their careers. Most of the galleries selected collectors, gallerists, designers, curators, >> The Parcours sector engages Basel’s historical May 30–June 7 for VOLTA11 show single-artist presentations and critics from around the world in celebra- quarters with site-specific sculptures, interven- GZ Basel is an international fair of contem- or display the works of two to three artists tion of design culture and commerce. Occur- tions, and performances. porary art for artists of all nationalities that enter into a dialogue with each ring alongside the Art Basel, Design Miami/ and using any media—painting, pho- other. This year, VOLTA again takes is the venue where the world’s top galleries >> The Film sector presents Art Basel’s week-long tography, prints, video, mixed media, place in the airy rotunda surround- gather to present museum-quality exhibitions program of films by and about artists. installations, sculptures, and perfor- ings of Basel’s Markthalle (Viadukt- of 20th- and 21st-century furniture, lighting, mances. This fair will be held at HAUPT, strasse 10), for an experience mutu- and objets d’art. The show balances exclusive >> In the Magazines sector, art publications from a space of more than 400m2 located at ally beneficial to fair visitors and the commercial opportunities with progressive around the world display their magazines in Holbeinstrasse 58 in Basel. Here, the galleries alike. VOLTA11 will be open cultural programming, creating exciting col- single-magazine stands or in collective booths. works can be shown in a way that makes to the public on Monday from 14:00- laborations with designers and design insti- the quality of the works and the displays 19:00, with a public vernissage from tutions; panels and lectures with luminaries Each day offers a full program of events, a priority. This allows visitors a really 14:00-17:00; entrance is free on this from the worlds of design, architecture, art including symposiums, films, and artists’ surprising art experience and encounter day! Opening hours on Tuesday to Sat- and fashion; and unique commissions from talks. Artists, art collectors, and many with the best innovative and experimen- urday will be 10:00-19:00; admission the world’s top emerging and established VIPs from the worlds of art and culture are tal art from different continents. Open is CHF17, CHF13 for students. Guided designers and architects. Design Miami/ this among the 90,000 that come together dur- from 18:00-21:00 daily, with lectures and tours are also available; contact info@ year takes place at Halle 1 Süd of the Messe ing these days in Basel. performances. voltashow.com. Basel; opening hours are from 10:00-20:00 www.artbasel.com www.gz-basel.com www.voltashow.com 4 Basel Life Magazine / www.basellife.com photo credit: ©courtesy of art basel, ©esther tielemans / akinci (VOLTA11) June 2015 5 Events in Basel: June 2015

Videocity.bs Paul Gauguin in the Evening Haroon Mirza/hrm199 Ltd. Until June 21 June 5 June 10 – September 6 Basel plays an important role in Swiss video art and boasts a dynamic, prolific, and glob- This spring, the Fondation Beyeler is hosting a dazzling exhibit of Haroon Mirza creates atmospheric installations featuring sound and ally present video art scene. Sixteen stores, lobbies, and entrance halls of businesses and works by French artist Paul Gauguin, one of the most fascinating video out of found objects, technical commodities, or vintage sound cultural institutions in Basel’s city center will be showcasing the works of video artists from artists in history. There are around 50 masterpieces on exhibit, on systems. His pleasure and joy in experimenting brings the familiar into the whole of Switzerland. The works were chosen in such a way as to generate a relationship loan from museums and private collectors from around the world, new, constantly developing and transforming contexts. The Tinguely between them and their location. The images comment upon the contents of the location and making this exhibit one of the great European cultural highlights museum will be presenting the biggest solo exhibition up to now, create visual connections with the surroundings. Thanks to art, the familiar world of every- of 2015. To accommodate the expected record numbers of visitors, featuring the full spectrum of his artistic work with new and well- day life can be seen in a new way. At the same time, this everyday world presents unexpected they will be extending the museum hours until 21:00 on this day. They known works. The vernissage for this exhibit will be held on June 9 at points of friction for the pieces, lends more weight to the artistic statements or enables new are expecting long lines at the ticket counter, so you may want to buy 18:30; entrance to this event is free. approaches. Life, interwoven with the artistic imagination as reflected in the video monitors, your tickets in advance online. Tickets are CHF28, free for those up to www.tinguely.ch is integral to the reception of the works of art and thus allows new and up-to-date interpre- age 25. tations. Window shoppers can expect many surprises along their way, so take “a video walk www.fondationbeyeler.ch through Basel’s city center.” The installations can be seen from the street from 9:00-24:00 daily. Visit the official website for a list of the 16 participating sites and to download the folder with a map to follow to view them all. Videocity.bs is a cooperative project between Pro Welcome Kids! Innerstadt Basel and curator Andrea Domesle. June 6, 13, 20, and 27 http://videocitybs.ch The Brasserie No. 2 at the Volkshaus Basel will be giving parents a needed break on several Saturday afternoons from 12:00-16:00. Marlene Dumas Exhibit International Environment Days Whether you want to have lunch, enjoy a glass of wine, read a news- paper, have a conversation with friends, or enjoy the Jazz Brunch May 31–September 6 June 4-7 (June 27 only), your kids will be actively minded with a variety of The Fondation Beyeler in Riehen will be hosting a new exhibit on the The city of Basel will be celebrating Umwelttage Basel (Environment activities, including painting, arts and crafts, drawing, and knitting. work of South African artist Marlene Dumas, born in Cape Town in 1953. Days), and the motto of this year’s event is “Vorbilder für die Welt von Call 061-690-9310 to reserve a table. This retrospective is the most comprehensive in Europe to date and Morgen” (Models for the World of Tomorrow). On these days there will http://volkshaus-basel.ch offers a unique be some 80 activities in more than 20 locations around Basel to present Zirkus Knie overview of her people and organizations with their commitment to ecological and sus- June 12-24 oeuvre from the tainable development. Numerous individual initiatives, neighborhood Sunday Matinée Concert—Mahler 4 Switzerland’s largest national , Zirkus Knie, will be presenting mid-1970s right associations, environmental organizations, smalls businesses, as well June 7 their newest show, “Phénoménal,” at the Rosentalanlage, next to the up to the present. as cantonal environmental units will present programs that will get “Promenades” is a new chamber music series that is a collaboration Messeplatz, where they will set up their tent and zoo. Zirkus Knie is Marlene Dumas you thinking, learning, and experimenting with energy, resources, or- between Sinfonieorchester Basel and Gare du Nord, at the Badischer always a mix of acrobatics, , comedy, and animal acts, includ- grew up in South ganic products, recycling, environmentally-friendly concepts and ideas Bahnhof. Symphony No. 4 by Gustav Mahler, modified for a cham- ing horses, ponies, zebras, elephants, dogs, and more. Highlights of Africa and has for transportation and clean living, protecting our environment and its ber orchestra, serves as a promenade to the symphony concert that this year’s program include the springboard acrobatics of the Sokolov lived and worked wildlife, while generating ideas for today and the future. The Umwelt- will be performed by the Sinfonieorchester Basel the following week. troop, an aerial straps act by the duo Desire of Flight, and a phenom- in Amsterdam tage Basel will coincide with the U.N. Environmental Day on June 5; The promenade concert, which offers free childcare, will be held at enal balancing act by Cai Yong. Shows start at 20:00 each night ex- since 1976. She is however, most of the activities will take place on Saturday, June 6, with the Gare du Nord at 11:00. After the concert, you can join a brunch cept Sundays; Saturdays and Wednesdays have additional matinées one of the most tours, workshops, markets, festivals, and loads of fun activities for the in the Bar du Nord. Please notify them at 061-683-1313 by May 30 if at 15:00. Sunday shows are at 14:30 and 18:00. Tickets range from influential paint- whole family. The event will open with a prelude from Harold Welzer you plan to use the childcare. Tickets for the concert are CHF30 for CHF15.70-57.60, and kids ages 3-12 are half price at the matinées ers of our day. Her art centers on the human figure and on themes such in Bachletten on Thursday, June 4, and will end on Sunday, June 7, adults, CHF20 for students, CHF8 for kids, and free for kids under age as well as at Sunday and holiday presentations. You can buy tickets as identity, humanity, love, and death. She thereby makes reference to with city tours centered around the concept of the sounds of the city. 6 (discounts with the Familienpass). They can be purchased at Bilder directly from their ticket booth or in advance at post offices, Manor, current events as well as to art history. Dumas bases her fascinating, at Visit their official website for a complete list of activities, locations, and & Tanner or via the Sinfonieorchester Basel website. the SBB, Coop City, and Ticketcorner locations in person or online. times unsettling, profoundly moving paintings on images sourced from times. Don’t forget to get there early and let the young ones get a glimpse of her extensive visual archive. Paintings and drawings from all phases www.sinfonieorchesterbasel.ch www.umwelttage-basel.ch the animals at the on-site circus zoo. of her career will be on display, including works that have never been shown in public before.—On the occasion of the 10th anniversary of www.knie.ch Bayer HealthCare Basel’s support, Bayer is kindly sponsoring free eve- Wildwuchs Festival World Oceans Day at the Basel Zoo www.ticketcorner.ch ning admission to the Marlene Dumas exhibit on the second and fourth June 4-14 June 8 Wednesday of the month from 18:00-20:00. Bayer Special Nights are Wildwuchs is a multi-day cul- World Oceans Day is Imagine 2015 limited to 350 tickets, which are available at the museum and online tural festival that comprises aimed at raising aware- June 12 and 13 while they last. all sectors of the arts, includ- ness of the endanger- www.fondationbeyeler.ch ing music, theater, dance, ment of the world’s Imagine is an annual youth festival to sensitize and bring awareness literature, visual arts, archi- oceans. On this day, to young people about the subjects of racism, exclusion, and dis- tecture, design, fashion, and the Zoo Basel offers an crimination. Through music, activities, workshops, art, parties, and Children’s Theater—Rumpelstiltskin performance. Its program in- attractive special pro- much more, the festival attempts to teach our youth to recognize their June 3-14 cludes regional, national, and gram in and near the own conscious or unconscious prejudices and racist ways of think- The Basler Kindertheater is presenting Jonas Göttin’s retelling of the international works of high Vivarium from 13:30- ing and, most importantly, to rethink and overcome their prejudices. classic Brother Grimm’s fairy tale, “Rumpelstiltskin.” A miller wants artistic merit from disabled 17:30 focusing on the theme of corals. Coral reefs are among the The festival has been planned by young people with a high degree his daughter to marry the king and promises that she can spin straw and non-disabled artists, en- most diverse and species-rich habitats on Earth. But coral reefs don’t of participation, organization, thought, and a determination to shape into gold. She manages the task with the help of an odd little man, suring equal opportunities for just exist in the tropics—they also grow in Basel. In the morning of the development of our future society through openness, honesty, and whose name she must guess to keep her first-born child. Given his odd artistic creation and cultural World Oceans Day, the zoo offers a special coral-themed workshop dedication. Most festival events will happen on several stages set up name, how does she manage? The presentations will be every Wednes- affiliation in spite of the odds. The various artistic works will be shown for school classes. In the afternoon, zoo staff will be giving tours of in and around Barfüsserplatz; check the website for a list of times day, Saturday, and Sunday, except during school holidays. This version, in many venues around Basel. Almost all of the venues are wheelchair the zoo’s coral-growing program, providing first-hand insight. In addi- and activities. If you are young and would like to volunteer your time, presented in Basel dialect, will enchant the whole family and is suitable accessible and have a disabled toilet. Exceptions are marked accord- tion, visitors can learn exciting facts about corals and their protection they are actively seeking helpers in various areas, including recycling, for kids ages 4 and up. Tickets are CHF15 for kids, CHF20 for adults; ingly in the program. Visit their website for a complete program listing at several information booths. For a detailed program and to register manning stands, grilling, as well as food and drink service. CHF9 and CHF13 for Familienpass holders. with times and locations. for one of the tours, go to their website. www.imaginefestival.ch www.baslerkindertheater.ch www.wildwuchs.ch www.zoobasel.ch www.terredeshommes.ch

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FUTURE PRESENT—Contemporary Art from Classic Modernism to the Present Day Expat Expo Jeudi Cirque June 13, 2015 – January 31, 2016 June 14 June 25 Since its inception in 1933, the Emanuel Hoffmann Foundation has consistently pursued the goal of making the contemporary art of the time ac- This sixth annual Expat Expo in Basel is a Set up at the Dreispitz, Station Circus features various circus acts cessible to the general public. “Faith in the Future” has always been the motto postulated by the collection’s founder, Maja Hoffmann-Stehlin (later forum aimed at enhancing the lives of the throughout the year. Jeudi Cirque is circus on a high level that per- Maja Sacher). Since 1941, the Foundation has been closely linked to the Öffentliche Kunstsammlung Basel (Public Art Collection), having contrac- English-speaking residents of Basel. Over forms on one Thursday evening per month. Local and international tually agreed to supply its holdings on permanent loan for presentation within that collection. Many of the works that have been acquired by the 100 exhibitors will provide information on artists perform excerpts of their latest creations to the enjoyment of Foundation over the past 80 years have become highlights of 20th-century art, such as Salvador Dalí’s Burning Giraffe (Girafe en feu) or Robert schools, daycare centers, language cen- their audience. The show will start at 20:00, and the circus bar is open Delaunay’s Eiffel Tower (La Tour Eiffel). A group of works by Joseph Beuys, acquired very early, and recent acquisitions by other artists are also ters, children’s activities, expat organiza- before and after the show to enhance the circus ambience. regularly on view at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Basel. The remaining holdings of the foundation are stored at the Schaulager (literally tions, legal and financial services, religious organi- www.stationcircus.ch translated as “viewing warehouse”), which opened in 2003 as a mixture between a traditional museum and a storage repository. zations, foods, specialty items, and much more. There will also be This year’s closing of the for renovations has provided an opportunity for the Schaulager to mount the first extensive presen- plenty of entertainment for everyone, including Bollywood dancing Jazz Concert at the Tinguely Museum tation in 30 years of the substantially enlarged collection of works acquired by the Emanuel Hoffmann Foundation over the past two decades. The and workshop; Highland dance and choreographies; a special art ex- collection comprises paintings, sculptures, and drawings as well as installations, photographs, and videos from modern to present-day art. The hibit by Swiss artist Martin Engler; a few live sets by the voice and June 26 exhibition at the Schaulager, covering an area of over 4300m2, guitar duo Mitch & Cesare; British cheese, whisky, and wine tast- From 16:00-18:00 on the last Friday of every month, top jazz perform- will testify to the intensity and commitment that have gone into ings; and raffles with prizes. While the parents browse the booths, ers are giving concerts in the space dedicated to the current exhibi- building the foundation’s collection over the decades. It will pres- kids can enjoy a bouncy castle, face painting, and balloon sculpting. tion at the Tinguely Museum, providing a musical highlight and a point ent focal points of interest, which reveal the often unorthodox Also, Swiss/Canadian travel writer Katrin Gygax will present and sign of focus. Roche ’n’ Jazz continues the company’s tradition of cultural decisions made in pursuing further developments of the collec- her new book, “Today’s Office Looks Like This.” Come and meet the commitment and aims to encourage people to discuss and explore tion in the future. staff of Basel Life Magazine—we will be at Booth 90—and get a chance the many and varied aspects of modern art and modern music in a to win a free subscription by signing up on the spot. Expat Expo will A comprehensive catalogue of the Emanuel Hoffmann Founda- relaxed atmosphere. Concert is free with admission to the museum. run from 11:00-17:00 at the Congress Center of the Basel Messe. En- tion collection, published by the Laurenz Foundation, will be pre- trance is free and all are welcome! For more info go to their website. www.tinguely.ch sented at the opening of the exhibition. In addition to a complete list of works, the richly illustrated publication will contain over www.expat-expo.info/Basel.html LEND A HAND—Fundraising Event 80 descriptions of single works as well as brief biographies of all the artists represented in the collection. Separate editions in Millistrade June 27 German and English will be available. Entrance to this special June 20 Come and enjoy a fun-filled afternoon exhibit costs CHF18 for adults and CHF12 for students, and en- for a good cause! “Lend a Hand” is a This program is for young and old and is perfect for families looking for trance to the permanent exhibit costs CHF30 and CHF22. bazaar-style fundraiser supporting a foray into the world of music. The Sinfonieorchester Basel will take Stepping Stone Academy in Ghana, http://schaulager.org/ you on an adventure you won’t forget. “Millistrade” is about the young Africa. The event will have food and girl Carol who has a thousand wishes, like being able to fly, breathe drink, a flea market, music, perfor- under water, and walk through walls. She has the chance to have her Anicka Yi—7,070,430K of Digital Spit POPCAP’15 mances, and a range of family-friendly wishes come true if she sells her sleep to the jester Millistrade. When activities, including a photo booth, nail June 12 – August 16 June 13-25 she enters a dream, all her wishes come true but she notices that design, clothing repair, and Mehndi Korean-born artist Anicka Yi’s preferred artistic medium are perish- POPCAP, the piclet.org she cannot return. In the world of the water king Aquatinta there is a applications. This memorable day will able substances, such as deep-fried flowers, potato chips, or snake prize for contemporary showdown between dream and reality, between sleeping and awak- end with a live show of the West African band, Bâlàlafoli. All proceeds excretions. Juxtaposed with their opposites—seemingly indestructible African Photography, is ening. The concert is held in the Grosser Festsaal of the Stadt-Casino will go directly to Stepping Stone Academy, a safe haven that feeds plastics, steel pots, chrome dumbbells—and often embedded within being held for the fourth Basel and starts at 16:30. Tickets can be purchased at Bider & Tanner and educates Ghanaian children who are orphaned, disabled, or in glycerin, resin, or wax, Yi’s sensorial creations testify as much to her time in 2015. The prize or via the Sinfonieorchester Basel website and are CHF35 for adults, need. The event will start at 13:00 at the Quartiertreffpunkt Klein- sense of techno-sensual chemical experimentation as to the psycho- is awarded among pho- CHF15 for children; families with 2 adults and 2 kids pay CHF80, plus hüningen (Kleinhüningerstrasse 205, Basel). The live show will start logical charge (desire, longing, or loss) she imbues things with. For tographers whose work CHF10 for each additional child. at 18:30 and entrance is free. Find the event page on Facebook for Kunsthalle Basel, the New York-based artist presents a major new in- engages with the African www.sinfonieorchesterbasel.ch latest details. stallation that extends her fascination with combustion, entropy, and continent and/or its di- olfactory systems. A special, limited-edition artwork-as-publication aspora and consists of www.facebook.com/events/739238716175516/ by the artist accompanies the exhibition. The exhibition and publica- global exposure at major Kalif Storch tion are co-produced with the Fondation Galeries Lafayette, . international photography June 20 Swiss International School (SIS) Summerfest www.kunsthallebasel.ch exhibitions. POPCAP aims Accompany the Caliph of Baghdad and his faithful friend, the Grand June 27 to raise the profile of Af- Vizier, on their adventures into the magical world of the East. The rican photography within Collegium Musicum Basel invites families to hear works by Nielsen, From 13:00-17:00 the Swiss International School (SIS) Basel is hold- Festival in Margarethenpark the arts. Each year, five Ketelbey, Mozart, Tschaikowsky, Weber, and Saint-Saëns, under the ing its annual Summerfest. This fair offers plenty of fun and activi- June 13-14 winners are selected by direction of Kevin Griffiths. The concert is conceived for youths and ties for the kids, delicious international food and drink, a used-book This annual favorite, referred to by locals an internationally-sourced will be held at the Grosser Saal of Union on Klybeckstrasse 95 in and second-hand toy sale where you can find many bargains, a raffle, as “Gundeli-Fescht,” takes place this year panel of judges, enabling Kleinbasel from 16:00-17:00. Tickets are CHF15 for adults, CHF5 for a variety of vendors presenting their wares and services, and a for the first time at the skating rink at Mar- the promotion of African youths up to age 18, and can be purchased at Bider & Tanner in per- fun entertainment program. Takes place rain or shine. The SIS is garethenpark in Basel. The festival begins photography worldwide son or online at [email protected]. located at Erlenstrasse 15, behind the Musical Theater (tram 14, stop and helping to avoid geographically and culturally one-sided views of Musical Theater). on Saturday at 17:00 and ends on Sunday www.collegiummusicumbasel.ch/konzerte/kinder-und-jugend- the portfolios. Due to its extensive application in a day-to-day context, evening. It is filled with all sorts of fun activities for the family, includ- konzerte www.swissinternationalschool.ch ing many presentations of dance, music, food, drink, market, a raffle, POPCAP considers photography to be the ideal medium to foster an and for the first time a talent show. Many Fasnacht cliques will also unhindered exchange of ideas about the image of Africa. This year’s Beck Day at the Basel Zoo Jazz Brunch be on hand to play music and recruit new young members. There will winners come from Mozambique, Uganda, Kenya, Tunisia, and France. also be a youth costume parade where all kids ages 4 and up can The winning works will be exhibited at Image Afrique, an open-air June 24 June 27 participate for CHF10. The fee includes a costume loan, a snack, exhibition during Art Basel, with the winning artists present. All In honor of the Basel Zoo’s patron Johannes Beck, there will be mu- On the last Saturday of each month, the No. 2 Brasserie at Volkshaus games, and surprises. Advance registration for the costume parade is winners will also be featured with their respective portfolios in the sical entertainment in front of the zoo restaurant. This event will be Basel presents a rich breakfast from Marc Arnold’s kitchen, accom- necessary, and costumes can be picked up either on the Wednesday POPCAP ‘15 catalogue as well as in the piclet.org directory for hand- held from 16:00-22:00 and entrance to the zoo will be free from 16:00 panied by live jazz from Eric Gilson and guests. Breakfast starts at or Saturday before the fest; see website for more details. picked photographers’ portfolios. onward. 10:30 and reservations are recommended at 061-690-9310. http://gufe.gundeldingen.ch/index.php http://popcap15.picturk.com/ www.zoobasel.ch http://volkshaus-basel.ch

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Dinoworld / Langenbruck, Baselland Jugendfest 2013 (Youth Festival) Until June 28 Rheinfelden, Switzerland Europe’s most spectacular interactive dinosaur ex- June 20 hibition will be in Langenbruck until the end of the The Swiss side of Rheinfelden is the location for this annual month, where visitors can journey into a world that “Jugendfest.” It starts at noon and runs until after midnight. There existed over 100 million years ago. More than 50 life- will be fun for kids and teens with a parade from 13:30-14:30; many sized dinosaur models, faithfully reconstructed under activities; stands; and a large stage with many concerts, improvisation scientific supervision, will both amaze and educate theater, and much more. Check out their website for times of stage visitors, with in-depth information based on the latest performances. scientific evidence. From the 8m-high Tyrannosaurus www.jufe.ch. Rex to the 2-ton Triceratops with its baby and the 30m- long Diplodocus—none of best-known dinosaurs have been forgotten. The Dinoworld Langenbruck is located Lörrach Singt! about 40 minutes from Basel by car. The directions June 27 to the exhibition grounds are well signaled through- As part of the upcoming Stimmen Festival, the city of Lörrach in out the town. Dinoworld can also be reached by pub- neighboring Germany will be transformed from 10:00-19:00 into a lic transport: Take the giant singing festival, with streets all over town lined with numer- train from the Basel SBB ous choirs, ensembles, and bands. All are welcome to listen to a to Liestal, then from varied program of performances by exceptional voices, as well as to Liestal to Waldenburg. participate in various interactive programs and workshops offered by From Waldenburg, take the choirs and lecturers. bus 94 in the direction of Langenbruck and get www.stimmen.com off at the stop called Dorfgasse. The exhibi- Vogelpark Steinen tion grounds are 300m Southern Black Forest, Germany from the bus stop, next to the Hotel Erica. The A visit to this park is a wonderful and educational experience for the exhibit is open daily from whole family. The falconry located on a small elevated area near the 9:00-18:00. Entrance price is CHF16 for adults, CHF8 park entrance offers a gorgeous view of the surrounding countryside; for kids ages 3-13, CHF13 for students and retirees it seats 600 people who can watch a fascinating bird-of-prey flight (bring I.D.), and CHF38 for families with 2 adults (par- show with eagles, falcons, and owls. There are two shows at 11:00 ents or grandparents) and 2 kids. The exhibit is set up and 15:00, each lasting more than 40 minutes during which you learn outdoors, so it is recommended you wear sturdy shoes. everything about www.dinomania.ch these birds, their protection from the dangers they face, Walking in Vaud Alsace Slow-up and their role in the of nature. Villars, Canton Vaud June 7 Following the birds- June 5-7 If a day filled with fun, sports, and delicious delights on the Wine Route of-prey show, you The Villars tourist office in (Route des Vins) and the Vineyard Bike Path (Véloroute du Vignoble) may want to partici- the Swiss Alps of the can- between Châtenois and Bergheim sounds good to you, then you should pate in feeding the ton of Vaud, in association participate in the Alsatian Slow-up. Enjoy a 20km circuit reserved for Barbary Macaques with the Swiss Associa- bicycle fans, walkers, roller-skaters, and scooter riders. There will also living in the park. tion for Mountain Guides, be festive areas as well as two host villages. Along the route you can You will receive free food to give to them so that you can experience will be hosting almost 100 stop and try some of the local wines, discover bike-touring events and close contact with these playful creatures in their enclosure at 12:00 different guided walks in Alsatian wine tourism, listen to and at 16:00. The park also features a 500m2 birdhouse; the exhibition and around Villars for this 8th edition of the Villars Rando Festival. Each music, and participate in geo- discusses such subjects as bird identification; local breeding birds; walk will have a different theme, such as Nordic walking for beginners, caching. Be awestruck by the birds in orchards, grassland, woodland copses, hedges and edges intermediates, and “sporty;” walk through the vineyards and the wine breath-taking landscape at the of woods, deciduous woods, alluvial forests, and coniferous forests; cellars; walk with your five senses; introduction to golf; medieval walk; foot of the Haut-Koenigsbourg, migratory birds, roaming birds, and winter guests; birds of prey; cliff relaxation and well-being; treasure hunt in the wild with a GPS; stories and follow a “white dress code” birds and birds near flowing water, ponds, and lakes; stalking birds; and legends; cooking with plants; the fascinating world of ants; raclette in honor of the white wines of water fowl; shore birds; marsh birds; common terns; and seagulls. over a wood fire; farm animals; and much more. The levels of difficulty Alsace. You can access the route A day-trip to the park would not be complete without a visit to the vary; some walks are strictly for adults while others are for families. by train: Take the TER to Séles- kangaroo enclosure; the parakeet free-flight aviary, where you can There are even some walks designed only for children, including a trea- tat (take your bike or your roller observe these colorful flying acrobats in free flight; or the children’s sure hunt, arts and crafts with mother nature, the witch’s brew, and the skates in the train); from Sélestat, follow the bike path to Kintzheim to play area. The park is open daily from 10:00-17:00, longer on Sundays adventurers. Come and let the guides share their passion with you! All arrive at the circuit or take the shuttle to the Châtenois host village. and holidays; entrance costs €16 for adults and €8 for kids ages 4-11. walks cost a symbolic registration fee of CHF5; register quickly as spac- If you are going by car, you can park in the many parking areas in Vogelpark Steinen can be reached by car from Basel in 30 minutes. es fill up fast. You can check out their French-only website to learn more Ribeauvillé or in Sélestat. From there you can take the shuttles and You can also take the train, get off at the Steinen train station, walk about this event, and click on “Programme” to find a complete list of the tourist trains, which will drop you off at the two host villages, Châtenois 50m to the Steinen town hall, and take bus 7305 to the stop called various walks and register for one that is right for you and your family. and Bergheim. Vogelpark Steinen (not on Sundays). www.villarsrando.ch www.tourisme-alsace.com/en/major-events-in-alsace www.vogelpark-steinen.de

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If you would like to keep your kids busy and stimulated dur- On Your Mark ... Get Set ... WEEK 2: July 13 – 17 ing the summer holidays, why not sign them up for one of the Summer Camp! PROVIDER WEBSITE CAMPS AGE many diverse camps offered Badminton-Halle www.badminton-halle.ch 1-Week badminton and multisport camp 6-13 in and around the area? From morning pottery or acrobatic class- Basler Stiftung für Ferienkolonie www.bsff.ch 6-Day horseback-riding camp in Niederhüningen 10-15 es, to 2-week-away surfing or cycling adventures, there is e9 jugend & kultur www.e-9.ch Daily fun and adventure camp 8-12 definitely something for every child! Alternatively, you can One week of surfing and camping in France 11-15 buy a Basler Ferienpass that allows you to choose from the numerous daily outings, workshops, and tours that they Fantasia Basel www.fantasia-basel.ch Experiment with magic 4-12 offer throughout the summer. Read on to learn more about Freizeitzentrum Landauer www.landauer.ch Camp around the theme of the “Wild West” 6-12 these options. Generationenhaus Neubad www.generationenhaus-neubad.ch Outdoor play and creativity 6-12 Summer Camps: For your convenience, the various camps Gymboree are organized by vacation week in the tables below. While www.gymboreedach.com Active program of music, art, play, and sports 3-5 most are day-camps held in the Basel area, some are away- Intersoccer www.intersoccer.ch Half-day mini camps for 5 days 3-5 camps that take place in other areas of Switzerland. Spaces 5-Day Junior & Academy camp 5-13 fill up quickly, so be sure to register as soon as possible! Kids Camp International www.kcinternational.ch All-star sports camp 3-14 Kinderhuus Gampiross www.kinderhuus-gampiross.ch A week of fun learning and practicing Olympic sports 4-9 WEEK 1: July 6 – 10 Kindertreffpunkt zum Burzelbaum www.burzelbaum.ch Damsels and knights are invited to the castle 4-10

PROVIDER WEBSITE CAMPS AGE Robi-Spiel-Aktionen www.robi-spiel-aktionen.ch Three camps around a colorful toy box, a great 5-12 contest, and a mystery camp Austober www.austober.ch 5-Day floor- and aerial- acrobatics Töpferschule Ruth Moll Basel www.toepferschule-moll.ch Morning pottery classes 6 and up Badminton-Halle www.badminton-halle.ch 1-Week badminton and multisport camp 6-13 Treffpunkt Breite www.quartiertreffpunktebasel.ch Play and fun day excursions in and around Basel 5-12 Basel’s Department of Education www.ed-bs.ch/jfs/sport/ 2-Week intensive swim classes (outdoor/indoor pools) 5-13 Van der Merwe Squash Club www.kinder-sportwochen-basel.ch Multisport week, including bowling, racquet sports, 6-13 sportangebote/kinder-und- self-defense, dance, soccer, , and more jugendliche/sommer-schwimmkurse Vitis Sportcenter www.vitis-allschwil.ch 1-Week intensive tennis camp 4-9 Basler Stiftung für Ferienkolonie www.bsff.ch 2-Week camp in Sörenberg, LU 8-14 1-Week multisport camp 7-16 e9 jugend & kultur www.e-9.ch Soccer camp 10-15 Fantasia Basel www.fantasia-basel.ch Sewing and design 4-12 Freizeitzentrum Landauer www.landauer.ch “Around the world” adventure camp 4-8 WEEK 3: July 20 – 24 “Cat and mouse”: stories, crafts, and creative play 6-12 PROVIDER WEBSITE CAMPS AGE Generationenhaus Neubad www.generationenhaus- Cycling camp: balance, braking, turning, and riding 6-12 neubad.ch Badminton-Halle www.badminton-halle.ch 1-Week badminton and multisport camp 6-13 Globepaddler www.globepaddler.ch Canoe camp in Huningue, France 10-14 Fantasia Basel www.fantasia-basel.ch Games then and now 4-12 Gymboree www.gymboreedach.com Active program of music, art, play, and sports 3-5 Gymboree www.gymboreedach.com Active program of music, art, play, and sports 3-5 Intersoccer www.intersoccer.ch Half-day mini camps for 5 days 3-5 Kids Camp International www.kcinternational.ch All-star sports camp 3-14 5-day Junior & Academy 5-13 Goal-keeper camp 8-13 Kinderhuus Gampiross www.kinderhuus-gampiross.ch A week of fun learning and practicing Olympic sports 4-9 Kids Camp International www.kcinternational.ch Scout camp 3-14 Kindertreffpunkt zum Burzelbaum www.burzelbaum.ch New creations from recycled materials 4-10 Kinder-Camps www.kinder-camps.ch Soccer camp I 6-12 Robi-Spiel-Aktionen www.robi-spiel-aktionen.ch Several camps focusing on invention and building, 5-12 Fun and action camp 6-12 acrobatics and circus, or design your own camp Kindertreffpunkt zum Burzelbaum www.burzelbaum.ch “Around the world” camp with crafts, fun, and play 4-10 Töpferschule Ruth Moll Basel www.toepferschule-moll.ch Morning (Basel) and afternoon (Liestal) pottery 6 and up classes Ooink Ooink Productions www.ooinkooink.ch 2-Week sports and cycling camp in Les Emibois/Jura 7-12 Van der Merwe Squash Club www.kinder-sportwochen-basel.ch Multisport week, including bowling, racquet sports, 6-13 Robi-Spiel-Aktionen www.robi-spiel-aktionen.ch Three camps about the Vikings, the world’s continents, 5-12 self-defense, dance, soccer, slacklining, and more and water Vitis Sportcenter www.vitis-allschwil.ch 1-Week intensive tennis camp 4-9 Töpferschule Ruth Moll Basel www.toepferschule-moll.ch Morning pottery classes 6 and up 1-Week multisport camp 7-16 Van der Merwe Squash Club www.kinder-sportwochen-basel.ch Multisport week, including bowling, racquet sports, 6-13 self-defense, dance, soccer, slacklining, and more Vitis Sportcenter www.vitis-allschwil.ch 1-Week intensive tennis camp 4-9 1-Week multisport camp 7-16 Waldentdeckungsraum www.waldentdeckungsraum.ch Forest week around the theme of the Middle Ages 5-9

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Badminton-Halle www.badminton-halle.ch 1-Week badminton and multisport camp 6-13 Acroballet Center www.turngarten.ch/de/aktuell/ Morning acrobatics 4-6 CoolTour www.cooltour.ch 7-Day sports and camping in Eichholz, Bern 10-19 ferienkurse.html Morning floor-, partner-, and aerial- acrobatics 7-14 All day floor-, partner-, and aerial- acrobatics 7 and up Basel’s Department of Education www.sport.bs.ch 7-Day water-sports camp in Tenero, Tessin 13-17 Austober www.austober.ch 5-Day - and vertical-silk acrobatics Gymboree www.gymboreedach.com Active program of music, art, play, and sports 3-5 Badminton-Halle www.badminton-halle.ch 1-Week badminton and multisport camp 6-13 Kids Camp International www.kcinternational.ch Soccer camp 3-14 Dieter Kaltenbach-Stiftung www.kaltenbach-stiftung.de Half-day, full-day, or 5-day workshops in art, science 6-13 MS Sports www.joujouxdancecamps.ch 4-Day Hip-Hop dance camp 6-15 (Lörrach, Germany) labs, pottery, wood-working, sewing, painting, printing MS Sports www.raiffeisenfootballcamps.ch Football camp in Sissach 6-15 techniques, magic, and more Robi-Spiel-Aktionen www.robi-spiel-aktionen.ch Several camps focusing on sports and play, the 5-12 e9 jugend & kultur www.e-9.ch Discover Basel 7-12 fantastic world of witches and magicians, and mysterious expeditions Football Kids Camp www.footballkidscamp.ch Soccer camp 7-13 Van der Merwe Squash Club www.kinder-sportwochen-basel.ch Multisport week, including bowling, racquet sports, 6-13 Freizeitzentrum Landauer www.landauer.ch Indoor and outdoor play and games from around the world 4-8 self-defense, dance, soccer, slacklining, and more Multisport week of climbing, swimming, and parcours 8-14 Vitis Sportcenter www.vitis-allschwil.ch 1-Week intensive tennis camp 4-9 Generationenhaus-Neubad www.generationenhaus-neubad.ch Multi-sport camp 6-12 1-Week multisport camp 7-16 Gymboree www.gymboreedach.com Active program of music, art, play, and sports 3-5 Intersoccer www.intersoccer.ch Half-day mini camps for 5 days 3-5 5-Day Junior & Academy 5-13 WEEK 5: August 3-7 Kids Camp International www.kcinternational.ch Scout camp 3-14 Kinder-Camps www.kinder-camps.ch Fun and action camp 6-12 PROVIDER WEBSITE CAMPS AGE Fussball camp II 6-12 Art Centro in Basel www.kohlene.com Kids art camp—painting outdoors with water colors 4-7 Robi-Spiel-Aktionen www.robi-spiel-aktionen.ch Several camps focusing on soccer, Asterix and Obelix, 5-12 and acrylic on canvas 8+ play and fun in nature, and time-travel to the Middle Ages. Basel’s Department of Education www.ed-bs.ch/jfs/sport/ 2-Week intensive swim classes (outdoor/indoor pools) 5-13 Ruderclub Blauweiss Basel www.rcblauweiss.ch 6-Day rowing camp on the Rhein 12-20 sportangebote/kinder-und- jugendliche/sommer-schwimmkurse Töpferschule Ruth Moll Basel www.toepferschule-moll.ch Morning (Basel) and afternoon (Liestal) pottery classes 6 and up Basler Stiftung für Ferienkolonie www.bsff.ch 2-Week camp in Prêles 8-14 Van der Merwe Squash Club www.kinder-sportwochen-basel.ch Multisport week, including bowling, racquet sports, 6-13 self-defense, dance, soccer, slacklining, and more Dieter Kaltenbach-Stiftung www.kaltenbach-stiftung.de Half-day, full-day, or 5-day workshops in music, pottery, 6-13 (Lörrach, Germany) soapstone carving, metal sculpting, science labs, geology, Vitis Sportcenter www.vitis-allschwil.ch 1-Week intensive tennis camp 4-9 comics, painting, and more 1-Week multisport camp 7-16 Freizeitzentrum Landauer www.landauer.ch “Pirates ahoi!” adventure and fun camp 6-12 Waldentdeckungsraum www.waldentdeckungsraum.ch Forest week with the theme of forest raiders 5-9 Farm camp with visits, crafts, play 6-12 Zirkus Schule Basel www.zirkusschulebasel.ch Circus camp (acrobatics, , balancing, pyramid) 6-12 Gymboree www.gymboreedach.com Active program of music, art, play, and sports 3-5 Intersoccer www.intersoccer.ch Half-day mini camps for 5 days 3-5 5-Day Junior & Academy 5-13 Basler Ferienpass (Basel Holiday Pass) Judo Schule Nippon Basel www.nipponbasel.ch Martial-arts camp 6-13 This wonderful pass for children ages 6-16 is filled with summer-time offers. It is valid from July 4 – August 16 and costs CHF30 (you get a 10% discount if you hold the Familienpass). It offers kids free or reduced prices on excur- Kids Camp International www.kcinternational.ch Cooking camp 3-14 sions and numerous outings and tours, including the Basel Zoo, animal parks, swimming pools, the Frey chocolate Kinder-Camps www.kinder-camps.ch Soccer camp 6-12 factory, a model airfield, seeing-eye-dog training center, lama-trekking, river boat journey, TV studio, radio studio, MS Sports www.raiffeisenfootballcamps.ch Football camp in Münchenstein 6-15 Augusta Raurica, climbing, Solarbob (summer tobogganing), and much more. You can also choose from dozens of creative workshops and classes where kids can learn to build a mini solar locomotive; learn about microorganisms, Robi-Spiel-Aktionen www.robi-spiel-aktionen.ch Several camps focusing on the four elements (earth, 5-12 electricity, chemistry, and herbal remedies; or try out Aikido, acrobatics, cosmetic making, archeology, badminton, fire, water, and wind), cooking, music and rhythm, self-defense, flower arrangement, bowling, wood-oven bread baking, comic drawing, cool-drink mixing, first aid, and a girls camp cupcake baking, taffy making, , ceramics, billiards, soccer, sculpting, ice-cream making, Hip-Hop dance, Töpferschule Ruth Moll Basel www.toepferschule-moll.ch Morning (Basel) and afternoon (Liestal) pottery classes 6 and up creative art, magic, archery, street dance, jewelry making, handball, short-film making, t-shirt printing, Taekwondo, dance theater, and yoga, Van der Merwe Squash Club www.kinder-sportwochen-basel.ch Multisport week, including bowling, racquet sports, 6-13 just to name a few. You can register online for all tours, workshops, and self-defense, dance, soccer, slacklining, and more outings starting June 4. The card also entitles the holder to full use of Vitis Sportcenter www.vitis-allschwil.ch 1-Week intensive tennis camp 4-9 the TNW network of public transport for only CHF7 per week. So if you plan 1-Week multisport camp 7-16 t o be around Basel this summer and would like your children to stay busy with a variety of different activi- Waldentdeckungsraum www.waldentdeckungsraum.ch Forest week with the theme of living like Indians 5-9 ties, the Ferienpass is definitely worth a look. Passes can be purchased at several locations in Basel- Stadt, including the BVB office in Barfüsserplatz, Dreirosen Freizeithalle, and Gundelitor Apotheke. For find sales locations in Baselland, click on “Verkaufsstellen” on their website to find a location close to you. Bring a small picture of your child with you for an on-the-spot membership card. www.basler-ferienpass.ch

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SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY Ongoing Events in June MAY 31 JUNE 1 2 3 4 5 6 GZ Basel GZ Basel GZ Basel GZ Basel GZ Basel GZ Basel Marlene Dumas Exhibit Aqua-Rhythm Gymnastics Kids’ Theater—Rumpelstiltskin Wildwuchs Festival Wildwuchs Festival Wildwuchs Festival Fondation Beyeler, Riehen Monday Night Skate Family Play at play4you Moving Erlenmatt International Environment Days International Environment Days Kids’ Theater—Rumpelstiltskin May 31 – September 6 Mark Knopfler Tour at Botanical Garden Pilates Move2Music Paul Gauguin Evening Int. Environment Days / Welcome Kids! Opera—Hölderlin. An Expedition The Lion King The Lion King Spring und Gump Walking in Vaud Walking in Vaud Opera—Così fan Tutte Opera—Hölderlin. An Expedition Tai Chi Storytelling in St. Johannspark Repair Market / Flea Market in Pratteln Videocity.bs Avishai Cohen & New Band Breakdance Workshop The Lion King Streetdance Workshop / BMX Courses Basel’s City Center Cave Exploration Opera—Hölderlin. An Expedition Cave Exploration / Kids Art Workshop Until June 21 The Lion King AC/DC Pottery Workshop Entertaining Angels The Lion King / Entertaining Angels Haroon Mirza/hrm199 Ltd. Jackson Browne / Juditha Triumphans Tinguely Museum 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 June 10 – September 6 GZ Basel Wildwuchs Festival Wildwuchs Festival Wildwuchs Festival Wildwuchs Festival Wildwuchs Festival Kids’ Theater—Rumpelstiltskin Kids’ Theater—Rumpelstiltskin World Oceans Day at Zoo Vernissage Haroon Mirza Exhibit Kids’ Theater—Rumpelstiltskin Aqua-Rhythm Zirkus Knie Welcome Kids! / Zirkus Knie Anicka Yi—7,070,430K of Digital Spit Wildwuchs Festival Aqua-Rhythm Gymnastics Fitness in the Park Move2Music Imagine 2015 Imagine 2015 / Wildwuchs Festival Kunsthalle Basel International Environment Days Zumba Family Play at play4you Moving Erlenmatt Spring und Gump Storytelling in St. Johannspark Fest in Margarethenpark / POPCAP ‘15 Matinée Concert—Mahler 4 Spring und Gump Tour at Botanical Garden Pilates Tai Chi The Lion King Paddling Trial Class June 12 – August 16 Walking in Vaud / Alsace Slow-up Bookworms —English/German Tai Chi The Lion King Opera—Hölderlin. An Expedition Pottery Workshop Outdoor Yoga Tinguely Tours Storytelling Catalan & German Ballet—Juditha Triumphans Entertaining Angels Basel for Newcomers Tour FUTURE PRESENT—Contemporary Story in Spanish, Portugese & German Welcome to Basel—Info Evening The Lion King Concert—Lied von der Erde One Republic Storytelling Japanese & German Art Exhibit The Lion King The Lion King Open Mic Night One Republic The Lion King / Opera—Così fan Tutte Schaulager, Basel Opera—Hölderlin. An Expedition Concert—Lied von der Erde Entertaining Angels / Dance-Stream AC/DC / Entertaining Angels Dance Night June 13, 2015 – January 31, 2016 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 Dinoworld POPCAP ‘15 VOLTA11 Basel VOLTA11 Basel / LISTE VOLTA11 Basel / LISTE Art Basel / VOLTA11 Basel Art Basel / VOLTA11 Basel Art Basel / VOLTA11 Basel Langenbruck, BL Wildwuchs Festival POPCAP ‘15 Design Miami/ Basel Design Miami/ Basel LISTE / Design Miami/ Basel LISTE / Design Miami/ Basel LISTE / Design Miami/ Basel Kids’ Theater—Rumpelstiltskin Zirkus Knie SCOPE 2015 / Selection Artfair SCOPE 2015 / Selection Artfair SCOPE 2015 / Art Book Fair: I Never Read SCOPE 2015 / Art Book Fair: I Never Read SCOPE 2015 / Art Book Fair: I Never Read Until June 28 Zirkus Knie Aqua-Rhythm POPCAP ‘15 Art Book Fair: I Never Read The Solo Project / Selection Artfair The Solo Project / Selection Artfair The Solo Project / Selection Artfair Festival in Margarethenpark Zumba Zirkus Knie POPCAP ‘15 Zirkus Knie / POPCAP ‘15 Zirkus Knie Welcome Kids! / Zirkus Knie Expat Expo Spring und Gump Gymnastics Zirkus Knie Aqua-Rhythm / Move2Music POPCAP ‘15 Millistrade / Kalif Storch Jazz and Children’s Flea Market Monday Night Skate Family Play at play4you Fitness in the Park Spring und Gump / Tai Chi Maker Library—Drop-in Workshop POPCAP ‘15 Outdoor Yoga / Aqua-Rhythm Maker Library—Drop-in Workshop Tour at Botanical Garden Moving Erlenmatt Maker Library—Drop-in Workshop Storytelling in St. Johannspark Youth Festival 2015 Family Bike Ride Singing Workshop Maker Library—Drop-in Workshop Pilates / Tai Chi Tour of Jewish Museum Storytelling in Spanish BMX Courses Science for Families / Kids Lab Opera—Così fan Tutte Talk—Constructing an African Image Kids Lab / Maker Library—Drop-in Workshop The Lion King The Lion King Storytelling French & German The Lion King The Lion King The Lion King Italian & French Wine Tasting Ballet—Juditha Triumphans The Lion King / Opera—Così fan Tutte Entertaining Angels Opera—Hölderlin. An Expedition Opera—Così fan Tutte Opera—Daphne / Cigar Lounge Rock-the-Ring Rock-the-Ring 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 Art Basel / LISTE POPCAP ‘15 POPCAP ‘15 POPCAP ‘15 POPCAP ‘15 Jazz Concert at Tinguely Welcome Kids! Design Miami/ Basel / SCOPE 2015 Zirkus Knie Zirkus Knie Zirkus Knie Jeudi Cirque B2RUN—Swiss Company Run LEND A HAND–Fundraising Event The Solo Project / Selection Artfair Aqua-Rhythm Gymnastics Beck Day at Basel Zoo Aqua-Rhythm Storytelling in St. Johannspark Swiss International School Summerfest POPCAP ‘15 Zumba Family Play at play4you Kids Flea Market Schützenmattpark Move2Music The Lion King Jazz Brunch Zirkus Knie Spring und Gump Tour at Botanical Garden Fitness in the Park Spring und Gump Entertaining Angels Lörrach Singt! Outdoor Yoga / Aqua-Rhythm Tour—Theater Basel Bookworms—English Moving Erlenmatt Tai Chi Ballet—Juditha Triumphans Storytelling in English with BCT Tour “Football—Faith. Love. Hope.” Opera—Così fan Tutte The Lion King Pilates / Tai Chi Tour—Where the Bugs Dance Cash Box Kings The Lion King Tour — Paul Gauguin Exhibit Opera—Daphne Kids Lab The Lion King Opera—Hölderlin. An Expedition The Lion King The Lion King Entertaining Angels Ballet—Juditha Triumphans Opera—Così fan Tutte Rock-the-Ring Singeasy Goes Jazz 28 29 30 JULY 1 2 3 4 Flea Market on the Roof Aqua-Rhythm Gymnastics Outdoor Yoga Zumba Family Play at play4you Important Numbers: Aqua-Rhythm Spring und Gump Tour at Botanical Garden Calendar Key: Breakdance Workshop Monday Night Skate The Lion King SOS: 112 (for more info refer to this section) Sommerfest in St. Johannspark Counting Crows Police: 117 Feature Event The Lion King Basel Events Fire Department: 118 Opera—Così fan Tutte Fun Outings: Beyond Basel A Hand in Need 143 Markets and Fairs Ambulance: 144 Sports and Recreation Workshops, Tours, and Education Poison Center: 145 Entertainment Basel Traditions by Susanne Hiller Markets & Fairs

The Beyelers wanted to make these masterpieces accessible to the Flea Market and Kids’ Flea Market in Petersplatz Putting Basel on the public, but rather than donating them to an existing museum, they established a nonprofit foundation in 1982 to which the pieces were Every Saturday from 7:30-16:00, Petersplatz is a popular Map of the Art World donated. Since no existing building was found that could adequately meeting place for all flea-market lovers. From fine antiques present the collection, it was decided to build a new museum on a to coins, stamps, dishes, and bicycles, there is something This month, art enthusiasts from all over are property donated by the community of Riehen on the banks of the river for everyone—at extremely competitive prices. Starting flocking again to Basel, mainly for two rea- Wiese. After some deliberation, the architect Renzo Piano, who also June 2, they are also having a kids’ flea market. In the center sons—the 46th Art Basel fair and the Paul had designed the Centre Pompidou in Paris, was commissioned with of the square, kids ages 4-14 can sell their own children’s items. Just spread out a blanket with your wares (maximum Gauguin exhibit at the Fondation Beyeler in the design of the new museum—the current Fondation Beyeler. The 2m wide x 1m deep), and someone will come around to Riehen. Both of these events are indelibly building is set rather unobtrusively into the landscape, with lots of collect the CHF5 stand fee. No electronic items or war toys associated with one name, Ernst Beyeler. natural light and a pond on each side, allowing for ideal presentation of such masterpieces as Monet’s “Water Lilies.” It was officially inaugu- permitted! There is plenty of animation for the kids and fun for the whole family. Ernst Beyeler rated on October 18, 1994. However, the museum not only exhibits the works from the original Beye- Ernst Beyeler, who played a central role in putting Basel on the map in ler collection but also organizes several temporary exhibits each year, the art world, was born right here on July 16, 1921. His interest in art mostly focusing on one or two specific artists—more than 40 exhibits Repair Market their second-hand toys, books, bikes, clothes, etc. There will be a manifested when he studied not only economics but also art history overall up to now. For example, recent exhibits have featured Lichten- bouncy castle for the kids, as well as snacks, drinks, and ice cream at the University of Basel. At the same time, he started to work in a stein, Warhol, Klee, Monet, Magritte, Degas, Ernst, and Richter or focused June 6 for the whole family. If your children want to participate, they can used-book store called “La Librairie du Château d’Art” that was located on surrealism, action painting, or the artists in Vienna around 1900. The Quartiertreffpunkt BURG (Burgweg 7, Basel) is the location for register until June 10 at 061-721-2761 or by email at flohmi@ at Bäumleingasse 9 in Basel and which focused on old or out-of-print this one-of-a-kind market from 11:00-14:00. If you have items that smile-productions.ch. books, but also sold drawings. The store’s owner, Oskar Schloss, had need repair, such as small appliances, chairs, clothing, computers, fled from Nazi Germany and introduced Beyeler to literature, philoso- or toys, don’t throw them away but bring them to the market where www.seegarten-gruen80.ch/park/veranstaltungen.html phy, and art. After Schloss’ sudden death in 1945, Beyeler took over the volunteers will be on hand to try and repair them. On this Saturday, a store together with his later wife Hildy, eventually focusing more and bookbinder will also be on site. This initiative is not only great for the Kids’ Flea Market at Schützenmattpark more on the art side of it. The transition to an art gallery was completed environment, but a nice way to meet people and chat over some cake June 24 in 1952, when the business name was changed to “Galerie Beyeler.” and coffee. Alternatively, if you are good at crafts and enjoy working Under that name, the gallery operated at the same site until after Beye- with wood, metal, fabric, needles and thread, and/or soldering irons, Schützenmattpark is the location for a giant spring flea market ler’s death on February 25, 2010. When the gallery closed, the remain- perhaps you would like to volunteer some time on that day to help hosted by Robi-Spiel-Aktionen from 13:30-17:00. This flea market is ing pieces were sold at auction, with the profits going to the Fondation “fix” items. You can sign up for this task on their website. dedicated to the selling of kids’ second-hand clothes, books, games, Beyeler. videos, toys, sports equipment, and so on. You can go there to buy www.reparier-bar.ch or sell; no registration necessary. Stand fee is CHF5 (maximum 2 In the gallery, Beyeler bought and sold primarily works by German art- meters). ists, expressionist paintings, French drawings from the 19th and 20th The Paul Gauguin Exhibit century, and classic modernism in general. Over the years, tens of Flea Market in Pratteln www.robi-spiel-aktionen.ch The most ambitious of these special exhibits is the current one featur- thousands of pieces, including works by Picasso, Monet, and van Gogh, June 6 ing the works of Paul Gauguin. Gauguin (1848-1903) is one of the most changed owners at the gallery. Not only local art collectors visited the important and fascinating artists in history, best known for his colorful This flea market, small antiques market, and children’s flea market Galerie Beyeler, but interested buyers from other European countries Flohmarkt auf dem Dach (Flea market on the roof) paintings he created during extended stays in Tahiti and which depict takes place at Schmittiplatz in Pratteln from 10:00-16:00. There are and even North America made the trip to Basel to buy or sell artworks June 28 an unspoiled exotic world that no longer existed even as he created his also baked goods, farmers’ stands, and food stands. You can get there here. For example, a collector named G. David Thompson from Pitts- paintings. Overall, the exhibit brings together around 50 masterpieces, by car (there is some parking available) or take tram 14 to the end of This largest flea market and collectors’ fair in northwest Swit- burgh, USA, chose Beyeler to sell his collection of modern art to nu- including self-portraits; visionary, spiritual paintings he created in Brit- the line (Pratteln Endstation) and walk in the direction “Schloss;” you zerland will be held from 8:30-16:00 on the roof of the Interio in merous museums and private collectors. Through these transactions, tany; a few enigmatic sculptures; and many of the famous Tahitian paint- should already see the market. Pratteln. Here you can find antiques, appliances, crafts, stamps, Beyeler developed connections to museums around the world, medi- ings—including, as became known just as the exhibit opened, the cur- www.flohmi-schmittiplatz-pratteln.ch camping, computers, film, photo, radio, garden, household, HiFi, vid- ating purchases by the museums or initiating and supporting special rently most expensive painting ever sold! (The painting, entitled “Nafea eo, TV, children’s clothes, children’s games, arts, crafts, agriculture, exhibits. Since 1951, the gallery also regularly staged their own special Faa Ipoipo” or “When Will You Marry?,” which used to belong to a Basel motorcycle clothing, musical instruments, music equipment, opti- exhibitions. Family Sunday Jazz and Children’s Flea Market family for many years and was on loan to the Kunstmuseum Basel, was cal equipment, plants, collectibles, jewelry, watches, games, sports, Beyeler had close associations not only with museums and art collec- reportedly sold for around $300 million to a collector in Qatar.) June 14 bicycles, tools, and so much more. The site is covered, so the market tors but also with many of the artists whose works he bought and sold, takes place rain or shine. This spectacular and unique exhibit was 6 years in the making and in- The Restaurant Seegarten in Park im Grünen (formerly Grün 80) including Georges Braque, , , and Jean volved not one but two curators who traveled around the world to ne- is inviting families to a children’s flea market where kids can sell www.flohmarktaufdemdach.ch Tinguely. In particular, he was friends with Pablo Picasso, who allowed gotiate with some of the most prestigious museums and private collec- him to freely choose 26 works from the artist’s own holdings. Finally, tors about loans of these works. Since there is no museum in the world together with two other Basel gallerists, Beyeler initiated the organiza- that is solely dedicated to Gauguin, the pieces had to be assembled tion of an art fair for modern and contemporary art in Basel—the Art from collections in 13 different countries in Europe and North America. Basel, which was inaugurated in 1970. Since then, it has been drawing The insurance value of the pieces alone reaches several billion dollars! more and more participating galleries and visitors. Last year, the Art Basel featured more than 300 galleries from 36 countries and attracted This unique exhibit draws record-breaking numbers of visitors to the more than 92,000 artists, collectors, gallerists, curators, and art lovers museum, which has expanded its facilities to accommodate them, admiring paintings, drawings, sculptures, installations, prints, photog- including a separate shop. For the first time, they have also set up a raphy, video, and digital arts by more than 4,000 artists. multimedia interactive space where visitors can explore the artist’s bi- ography and main aspects of his works. The exhibit still runs through June 28, so if you haven’t seen it, you still have a few weeks! They have The Fondation Beyeler even extended their opening hours, opening already at 9:00 throughout the month of June and staying open until 19:00 from June 13-21. Be- Ernst Beyeler and his wife not only sold art, they also collected it. Their cause of the large visitor numbers, it is recommended that you book main interest was in classic modernism and contemporary art but also your tickets in advance online via Starticket, Ticketcorner, or Reservix. included examples of African and Oceanic art. Overall, the collection Tickets are CHF28 for adults, CHF12 for students up to age 30, CHF6 for grew to about 250 pieces and included works by such artists as Bacon, children ages 11-19, and free for children under age 6. Braque, Calder, Cezanne, Chagall, Degas, Kandinsky, Klee, Lichtenstein, Matisse, Pollock, Rauch, Rothko, Rousseau, van Gogh, and Warhol. www.fondationbeyeler.ch

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Cave Exploration day-to-day life, such as public transport, post, and healthcare. You Singing Workshop June 4 and 6 will also receive useful information on where to shop, the many cul- June 15 tural institutions in the city, and possibilities for spending your leisure The Programm für Elternbildung (PEB; Program for Parent If you would like to sing time. This is a joint project by the Presidential Department of Canton Education) organizes this workshop (in German) to learn all about a variety of songs from Basel-Stadt and Basel Tourism and is designed to make new resi- caves. The workshop is designed for pairs of one parent and one various cultures in a dents feel welcome and at home as quickly as possible. The tour in child (age 6 and up) and consists of two sessions. The first is an group setting, then come English is from 10:00-12:30 and costs CHF5; meeting point is at the obligatory theoretical Thursday evening (June 4) from 18:00-19:00 to the Igelsaal in Kan- Basel tourist information at the SBB train station. You can contact to prepare for the cave exploration by learning about the cave and nenfeldpark to sing un- them at [email protected]. its difficult areas using maps and photos. The second session der the direction of voice takes place on Saturday afternoon (June 6) from 14:00-17:00. On www.basel.com/en/search/citytours teacher Alain Briccola. this day, participants will walk, and sometimes crawl, through the Times are as follows: two-part cave and do a careful study of the bat cave (no worries, Science for Families 16:30-17:45 for singers the bats are only present in the winter months); brave children over age 60, 18:00-19:15 for singers over age 40, and 19:30-21:00 for June 14 can even crawl through the wind holes. The workshop costs singers under age 40. No registration necessary, simply show up and CHF35 for each pair. You can register online on their website The University of Basel has a German-language program designed to bring a CHF5 participation fee. stimulate families’ interest in science. Café Scientifique takes place under “Familienkurse,” by clicking on “Anmelden” for workshop www.kannenfeld.ch number 63. one Sunday per month from 15:00-17:00, with specialists in various fields of research giving talks in a relaxed café atmosphere. There is www.peb-basel.ch no fee and no registration required. Simply show up at the Universität Maker Library—Drop-in Workshop Basel, Totengässlein 3 in Basel. This month’s topic is “Gutes tun, aber June 15-19 richtig—Philanthropie von Pestalozzi bis Bill Gates” (Do good, but do Evening Tours at the Botanical Garden workshop on June 6 will be held in the Liestal atelier, whereas the it right—Philanthropy from Pestalozzi to Bill Gates). People who are During Art Basel/Design Miami 2015, the Maker Library Network June 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30 workshop on June 13 will take place in the Basel atelier. Registration doing good for fellow humans have been called philanthropists since will be occupying the Vitra Design Museum Gallery. Each morning at is necessary at 061-691-4666 or [email protected]. 10:00, members of the network will invite visitors to work alongside Tuesday evenings from April to September, specialists of the Bota- ancient times. They behave altruistically, do unpaid work, or ask for them in open workshops or to create their own projects. At 16:00 each nischer Garten der Universität Basel (Botanical Garden of the Univer- www.toepferschule-moll.ch larger sums of money to be available for charitable purposes. Phi- day, the projects produced over the course of the day will be present- sity of Basel) will be giving 1-hour tours in German on a variety of top- lanthropy has become a trend in affluent Switzerland. Although this country already has significantly more non-profit organizations than ed; admission is free. ics. The tours start at 17:00 and again at 18:30. Meeting place is at the Bookworms Program—English/German fountain at the corner of the Institutsgebäude (institute building). Cost other European countries, 400 new foundations are added every year. www.design-museum.de June 9 is free but donations are accepted. The tour on June 2 is entitled “Wie Is this form of philanthropy to be welcomed? Bibliothek Basel West is hosting a book group for babies and toddlers die Pflanzen das Land eroberten” (How plants conquered the land); http://cafe.unibas.ch/cafe/programm/ Talk—Photography: Constructing an African Image the topic on June 9 is “Kommunikation unter Pflanzen—subtile Signale ages 9 months to 4 years and their caregivers with nursery rhymes, mit eindrücklicher Wirkung” (Communication among plants—subtle finger plays, action stories, singing, and picture books in English and June 16 Kids Lab signals with impressive effects); the topic on June 16 is “Das Auge isst German. Participation is free of charge and no registration is required. On the occasion of Art Basel/Design Miami 2015, the renowned Dutch mit—pflanzliche Farben auf dem Teller” (Feast for the eyes—herbal From 10:00-10:30 at Allschwilerstrasse 90 in Basel. June 14, 17, and 24 photographer Iwan Baan, who has documented a multitude of contem- colors on the plate); the topic on June 23 is “Vogelbestäubte Blüten und www.stadtbibliothekbasel.ch The University of Basel organizes three workshops per month (in porary buildings on the African continent, will chat with Kenyan art- weshalb der Hausspatz “Vogel des Jahres” ist” (Bird-pollinated flow- German) where children ages 6-13 can explore a topic related to the ist and photographer James Muriuki; curator and critic Rory Bester; ers and why the house sparrow is “Bird of the Year”); and the topic on month’s Café Scientifique. Children can attend the Kids Lab on Sun- and Azu Nwagbogu, founder of the Lagos Photo Festival, about the Tinguely Tours June 30 is “Blumen für Bienen und Hummeln” (Flowers for bees and day, which takes place at the same time as the adult Café Scienti- power of images of the African continent. The talk will address artistic bumble bees). June 9 fique talk (15:00-17:00), or on one of the following two tendencies but also examine how photography https://botgarten.unibas.ch/veranstaltungen/index.php You are invited to join a short, guided tour in English of the permanent Wednesdays from 14:00-16:00. This month’s topic is en- shapes our conception of design and architecture collection at the Tinguely Museum starting at 13:00. Admission to the titled “Gemeinsam helfen” (Helping together). We help as well as everyday life in Africa: What is artis- museum costs CHF15 for adults; free for kids 16 and under when ac- another person almost every day, be it with their home- tic construction? What is the local reality? This Kids Workshop at the Museum of companied by an adult, otherwise CHF10. Cost of tour is included in the work or washing dishes. But how can we help people on English-language talk will take place at the Vi- Contemporary Art entrance fee. a larger scale, those who are underpriviledged? How tra Design Museum in Weil am Rhein, Germany, at 18:00. Register at [email protected], June 6 www.tinguely.ch can you give them a better life? In this Kids Lab we find admission is free. “KÜK—die KinderÜber- out how and where we can help people. raschungsKiste” (children’s http://cafe.unibas.ch/kidslab/programm www.design-museum.de Welcome to Basel—Information Evening surprise box) is the name of this workshop at the Museum June 9 für Gegenwartskunst, designed The Präsidialdepartement des Kantons Basel-Stadt (Presidential De- specifically for curious kids ages partment of Canton Basel-Stadt) is hosting an information evening in 7-12. Everything that awaits you in the English for new residents of Basel. Experts will provide you with infor- museum will be contained in the box. It is always mation on residence permits, German language courses, employment exciting; the contents of the box are always different, but will not yet law, tax and social systems, citizen’s advice, cantonal education sys- be revealed. The workshop is from 14:00-17:00 and costs CHF15, tem, and leisure and culture. The evening will take place in the Gross- CHF10 for Familienpass holders. Bring your own snack; registration ratsaal of the Basel Rathaus (city hall) at Marktplatz from 19:00-21:00 is a must at 061-206-6300 or at [email protected]. and will be followed by a boat ride on the Rhein, including an aperitif www.mgkbasel.ch and various information booths. www.entwicklung.bs.ch/integration/neu-basel/willkommen- basel.html#page_section3_section1 Saturday Pottery Workshop June 6 and 13 Basel for Newcomers—Live, Learn, and Enjoy Freizeit-Töpferei Moll is hosting 3-hour Saturday workshops for a par- ent and child (ages 6-12) to learn the basics of working with clay and June 13 colors. The workshops are from 10:00-13:00 and cost CHF70 (CHF60 On this tour, specially designed for new residents of the city, you can with Familienpass), which includes materials and firing in the kiln. The get to know the city and at the same time gain some valuable tips for

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Tour of the Jewish Museum Tour Behind the Scenes of Theater Basel June 18 June 22 The Jüdisches Museum der Schweiz (Jewish Museum of Switzerland) The Theater Basel puts on approxi- is offering an English-language evening tour through the museum mately 500 performances each year in from 18:00-19:00. No registration is necessary; the tour is included in the fields of theater, ballet, and opera. the admission price. With over 370 permanent employees, it www.juedisches-museum.ch is the largest employer in the cultural sector across Northwest Switzerland. On this special day, Dieter Müller, who Tour of “Football—Faith. Love. Hope.” has spent most of his life working at June 21 Theater Basel, will be giving an insid- The Museum für Geschichte at Barfüsserkirche is currently hosting er’s tour of the theater. Learn what it an international exhibition that shows the ways in which football, re- looks like behind the scenes, what technical equipment the stages ligion, and society are intertwined. Photos, videos, historical artifacts, have, how the iron curtain works, what the workshops look like where fan paraphernalia, and personal memorabilia tell of latter-day he- all of the sceneries are designed and built, what happens in the cos- roes, high drama on the turf, and a quasi-religious devotion to football tume studio, how the stage elements make their way from the work- as a sport. The tour is in English and starts at 11:00. shops to the stages, what is below the glass pyramid, and so much more. The tour is from 17:30-19:00 and costs CHF20 per person. You www.hmb.ch can register online, but spaces are limited. www.visitbasel.ch

Bookworms Program—English June 23 Bibliothek Basel West is hosting a book group for babies and toddlers ages 9 months to 4 years and their caregivers. Join a morning of nurs- ery rhymes and stories that are all read, spoken, and sung in English. Participation is free of charge and no registration is required. From 10:00-10:30 at Allschwilerstrasse 90 in Basel. www.stadtbibliothekbasel.ch Tour of the Paul Gauguin Exhibit June 21 Where the Bugs Dance From 15:00-16:00, the Fondation Beyeler will be giving a public tour in English of the temporary exhibit featuring around 50 masterpieces June 25 by French artist Paul Gauguin. This very exciting exhibit includes the The Naturhistorisches Museum Basel is inviting you to a German-lan- world-famous paintings he created in Tahiti, depicting his ideal of an guage tour entitled “Wo die Wanzen tanzen” (Where the bugs dance). unspoiled exotic world, as well as his multifaceted self-portraits and From 12:15-12:45, entomologist Denise Wyniger will take you on a the visionary, spiritual paintings from his time in Brittany. Admission tour behind the scenes of the museum to learn about all of the sur- to the exhibit is CHF28 for adults (CHF56 for the whole family with prising places that bugs hide; they “dance” on flowers, leather, beds, Familienpass), CHF12 for students under age 30. The tour costs an in trees and pots, and on berries and leaves. Register at the entrance additional CHF8. of the museum. www.fondationbeyeler.ch www.nmb.bs.ch

Jukibu Intercultural Library Events: June 2015 Jukibu is a multi-cultural library that houses books for children and adolescents in over 50 languages, their largest collection being English-language books. Below is the June schedule of the foreign-language events organized at the library. Please visit their website for a detailed list of activities or to become a member at www.jukibu.ch. You can also check out their Facebook page at www.facebook.com/jukibu. Date Time Event Suitable for… Every Friday 15:00-17:00 Storytelling in St. Johannspark Parents with toddlers June 7 12:00-13:00 Storytelling in Spanish, Portuguese & German at the Markthalle* Parents with children June 10 15:30-16:00 Storytelling in Catalan and German Parents with children June 13 10:30-11:30 Storytelling in Japanese and German Parents with children June 19 14:30-15:30 Storytelling in Spanish Parents with toddlers June 20 10:30-11:30 Storytelling in the forest in French and German** Parents with children June 27 10:30-11:30 Storytelling in English with the BCT Parents with toddlers June 28 13:00-18:00 Jukibu will have a stand at the Sommerfest in St. Johannspark Families

* Markthalle, Viaduktstrasse, near Basel SBB ** Meeting Point: Hardwald, Final stop on tram 3 to Birsfelden (Only if it doesn’t rain!)

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B2RUN—Schweizer Firmenlauf (Swiss Company Run) Climbing Class FC BASEL SCHEDULE JUNE 2015 June 26 June 9 – July 14 This is a fun run for employees of all companies, If you have always wanted to try climbing, but didn’t have the know- FC Basel 1893 (Fussball / Soccer) where every participant is a winner! The idea be- how or materials, this class is for you. On the outdoor climbing wall Red: Home Game @ St. Jakob Stadion hind this run is to promote good health, camara- of the SAK Wasserwerk in Lörrach, Germany, kids ages 16 and up will derie between coworkers by building team spirit, learn the basics of climbing, how to secure their climbing equipment, motivation of team members, and a positive com- as well as various climbing techniques. This class takes place on six Date Time Home Team Guests pany image. Above all, whether running or Nordic consecutive Tuesdays from 18:00-20:00 and costs €50. Sun., June 7 14:00 FC Basel 1893 FC Sion walking, the goal is to have fun. The course is ap- www.alteswasserwerk.de proximately 6km and will start at St. Jakob, cross Prices range from CHF75 to CHF20 for adults in regular seating. through Münchensteinerpark, over the Birs river on Children ages 6-16 receive a discount of 25% in the regular seating ar- a wooden bridge, through a forested and meadow eas. There is a special area for families and young adults (up to age 22) area, back to the finish line in St. Jakob. There will with slightly lower prices. For more information on seats and pricing, be three categories of winners, including the fast- visit their website: est, sportiest, and most original runners (this is www.fcb.ch/de-ch/stadion/stadionplan-preise#preise. normally decided by the teams’ creativity). The event takes place during the work-week and participation is possible with as little as one person per team. The basic registration package costs CHF39 and includes participation and bib number, individual and profes- sional time keeping, arrival picture, certificate, and medal, as well as food and drinks at arrival. VIP pack- ages are also available for CHF200, which include entrance to exclusive VIP areas, showers, first-class catering, massage service, and everything else that is included in the basic Paddling Trial Class for Kids and Families package. One franc for each participant will be donated to the “Laureus June 13 Girls in Sports” charity. Also on offer are customized running shirts for your team (starting at CHF20), team tents to meet and network after the In this one-time trial lesson you can try out stand-up paddling (SUP), run, running-tips booklets (CHF19), fan tickets for non-participants, and kayaking, Canadier, and canoeing—alone or in pairs; sitting, kneel- plenty of entertainment and delicious catering for an enjoyable after-run ing, standing; using a paddle or double-paddle; Eskimo; and more. celebration. If this sounds like something you would like to do with your The trial lessons take place from 14:00-18:00; meeting place is at the colleagues, why not organize a team or contact your company HR about Birskopf on the Basel side (left side if you are looking in the direction getting a team together? You can register online on their website. of the river’s flow). Bring personal equipment (bathing suit, t-shirt, sunscreen, shoes that can get wet); everything else (paddle equip- www.b2run.ch ment, boats, life jackets, etc.) will be provided. Knowing how to swim is a pre-requisite. Cost is CHF15 for adults and CHF10 for kids up to age 16. You can register directly online. Monday Night Skate Breakdance Workshop www.globepaddler.ch June 1, 15, 29 June 4 and 28 If you are a fairly good in-line skat- Austober is offering a workshop for kids ages 10 and up to learn some er (roller-blader) and would like cool breakdancing moves from 11:00-14:00. Cost is CHF50. Sunday Family Bike Ride to participate in a long skate with www.austober.ch June 14 a large group of people, this might Gsünder Basel is offering an intermediate-level bike ride for the en- be for you! Every second Monday tire family with kids ages 8 and up. You will learn the most scenic evening, you can come to Theodorskirchplatz and join hundreds of Cycling Classes for Adult Beginners and safest ways to get around Basel. The ride is led by experienced other skaters on a predetermined guided route. The skate begins at Starts June 6 leaders, and if you don’t have a bicycle, they will lend you one. The 20:00 and ends around 21:45, warm-up starts at 19:00. Be sure to Gsünder Basel is offering classes for adults who have never learned bike ride is from 11:00-14:00 and instruction will be provided in High wear the proper safety equipment! These skates are not intended for to ride a bicycle. In a safe environment, students will learn the bal- German. Meeting place is at the Verkehrsgarten Erlenmatt in Basel; beginners! In case of bad weather, the decision to cancel will be made ance and coordination needed for riding and turning, as well as road check their website for a related map. There is a registration cost of at 18:00; notification by SMS. For more info, visit their website and be safety. These classes will be taught in High German and are therefore CHF5, which even includes a healthy snack. You can register on their sure to click on “Basel” (this site is in German, French, and English). particularly suitable for foreigners. You can bring your own bicycle website by clicking on “Hier finden Sie alle Infos zu unseren Velo- www.nightskate.ch and helmet or you can borrow them on site. The class is on Sunday fahrkursen,” then click on “Sonntagsfahrt mit dem Velo,” and “jetzt morning from 11:00-14:00 at Erlenmatt and runs for 5 consecutive anmelden.” weeks. The cost for the 5-week class is CHF65, which includes a www.gsuenderbasel.ch Familien Spieltreff (Family Play-Meet) catered snack break. To register for a “Velofahrkurs” (bicycle rid- June 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30 ing class), call 061-551-0120 or go to their website, click on “Ganzes Every Tuesday evening from 17:00-19:00 (except during the public Kursprogramm Online” on the right side of the page, then scroll down BMX Courses school holidays), kids, teens, and families can come to play4you to to “Velofahrkurse.” If your kid would like to do a BMX class, the Pumpwerk near the discover and do a variety of activities, such as juggling, trick yo-yo, www.gsuenderbasel.ch Lange Erlen park offers two classes from 10:00-11:30 and 12:00- stacking, diabolo, kiwido, and more, as well as numerous classic and 13:30 on every first and third Saturday of the month. Cost is CHF20 for modern games. Most games are self-explanatory, but there is always a 1.5-hour class or CHF30 for two 1.5-hour classes and includes an Streetdance and Hip-Hop Workshop a friendly staff on hand to show, explain, and even play with you. En- additional 30 min of free riding. Classes will run with a minimum trance costs CHF8 for kids, CHF12 for adults, and CHF25 for families; June 6 5 and maximum of 20 participants. Registration is required and can discounts with Familienpass. In der Ziegelei, Atelier T25 in Oberwil, Austober is offering a workshop from 11:00-14:00 for kids ages 12 and be done in advance directly at the cashier at Pumpwerk or by email at Hohestrasse 134. up to learn some street-dancing and Hip-Hop moves. Cost is CHF50. [email protected]. www.play4you.ch/agenda www.austober.ch www.pumpwerk-bs.ch

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Exercise Outdoors in Basel’s Parks Summer Fitness Classes Gsünder Basel (Healthier Basel) will be offering a range of fitness class- This Summer es this summer. In a great indoor location at Aeschenplatz, you can enroll in Pilates, aroha, yoga, early-bird yoga, polarity yoga, and power fitness If exercising outdoors in the beautiful parks of the Basel region with with weights (table tennis is also available at the Unispital). Classes start a large group of people sounds like a great way to get or stay in in early July and end in mid-August and cost only CHF120. Register now shape, this is for you. Gsünder Basel (Healthier Basel), a non-profit directly on their website to reserve your spot. organization dedicated to the promotion of good health for people in the Basel area, has organized a variety of classes to keep you fit this www.gsuenderbasel.ch/sommerkurse summer. Thanks to support from the canton Basel-Stadt and other generous sponsors, all of these classes are free of charge. You can join in any time; no registration is necessary, simply show up and jump in! There are two programs: Spring und Gump, which is ide- al for the whole family, and Aktiv! Im Sommer, ideally suited for adults. The table below lists the available classes by weekday. They offer a variety of classes suitable for all levels—some- thing for everybody! www.gsuenderbasel.ch

ACTIVITY WEEKDAY TIME DATES LOCATION Summer Swim Classes Aqua-Rhythm Monday 18:00-18:50 June 1 – August 24 Naturbad, Riehen The Basel-Stadt Sports Department will offer swim classes for kids ages 5-13 in the outdoor and indoor pools around Basel during the sum- Zumba Monday 19:00-19:50 June 8 – August 10 St-Johanns-Park, Basel mer months. Classes run daily for 2 weeks (10 lessons), irrespective Spring und Gump Monday 19:00-19:50 June 8 – August 10 St-Johanns-Park, Basel of weather. The first session runs from July 6-17, and the registration Gymnastics Tuesday 19:00-20:00 May 5 – August 25 Schützenmattpark, Basel deadline for this series is June 5, so register quickly. The second session runs from August 3-14, and registration for these classes is open until Generations Moving Wednesday 16:00-17:00 July 8 – August 12 Schützenmattpark, Basel July 3. Classes cost CHF50 for kids who live in Basel-Stadt, and CHF70 Fitness in the Park Wednesday 18:00-18:50 June 10 – August 12 Jörinpark, Pratteln for kids who live in Baselland. Go to their website and fill out the reg- istration form directly online at www.ed-bs.ch/jfs/sport/sportangebote/ Moving Erlenmatt Wednesday 19:00-19:50 May 20 – August 12 Erlenmatt, Basel kinder-und-jugendliche/sommer-schwimmkurse/anmeldung-som- Pilates Wednesday 19:00-19:50 June 3 – August 26 Wettsteinanlage, Riehen mer-schwimmkurse-2015. There are seven different levels of classes designated by animals (Krebs, Seepferd, Frosch, Pinguin, Tintenfisch, Tai Chi Wednesday 19:00-20:00 June 10 – August 12 Domplatz, Arlesheim Krokodil, and Eisbär). You need to indicate your desired level and three Aqua-Rhythm Thursday 18:00-18:50 June 11 – August 13 Schwimmbad, Pratteln preferred classes (pool and time), although you are not guaranteed your Move2Music Thursday 19:00-19:50 May 7 – July 9 Margarethenpark, Basel desired slot as spaces are limited and classes fill up quickly. Note that the classes at St. Jakob offer simultaneous aqua-jogging for adults! To Spring und Gump Thursday 19:00-19:50 May 7 – July 9 Margarethenpark, Basel register for aqua-jogging, go to the website and click on “Information Tai Chi Thursday 19:00-20:00 June 4 – August 27 Wettsteinanlage, Riehen und Anmeldeformular Aqua-Jogging 2015” to download the registration form and send it to Sportangebote, Grenzacherstrasse 405, 4058 Basel. Outdoor Yoga Sunday 11:00-12:00 June 7 – August 30 Naturbad, Riehen www.ed-bs.ch/jfs/sport/sportangebote/kinder-und-jugendliche/ Aqua-Rhythm Sunday 16:00-16:50 June 14 – August 16 Schwimmbad, Pratteln sommer-schwimmkurse

Aqua-Rhythm: Generations Moving: Tai Chi: An effective fitness training of intense water aero- Movement, play, and fun for kids, adults, seniors, Relaxes the body and mind through a series of bics in waist-deep water to Latin-American party and especially for grandparents with their grand- circular and harmonic movements. music. Entrance to swimming pool is extra. children.

Zumba: Move2Music: Fitness in the Park: Combines dance fitness fun with Latin-Ameri- A movement program with music from around the can rhythms. No previous experience necessary, Strength and endurance are trained in a varied world; each week has a different theme. party mood guaranteed. and pleasurable workout for the whole body.

Outdoor Yoga: Spring und Gump: Moving Erlenmatt: A playful and free movement program with Relaxation and breathing exercises, extensive An entertaining hour of gymnastics and dance stretching, and strengthening of the whole body; jumping, playing, and juggling for kids and their elements for the whole body. parents; ideally suited for kids ages 4 and up, no previous experience is required. although younger kids are welcome. Pilates: PLEASE NOTE: Gymnastics: Strengthens the deep muscle groups that provide Classes take place even on official holidays and Aerobics classes with music provide a varied and a healthy and proper posture by means of strength in any weather except for heavy rain. fun workout for the entire body. exercises, stretching, and conscious breathing.

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Entertaining Angels will be at the Letzigrund Stadion in Zürich for two shows this month— maximum of 2 persons per group. Open Mic starts at 20:30; to partici- June 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 26, and 27 the first show on June 5 sold out in a record 6 minutes, causing the pate, register online at [email protected]. If you would like to watch, organizers to add a second show on June 7. Tickets are selling fast, so entrance is free, but donations are accepted. Basel’s English-speaking theater group, Semi-Circle, is presenting their reserve yours now at any Ticketcorner location or online. spring production entitled “Entertaining Angels” by Richard Everett. A play www.parterre.net about four women and a ghost, “Entertaining Angels” is filled with sharp- www.ticketcorner.ch edged comedy, healthy irreverence, probing wit, and tremendous emotion. Lied von der Erde (Song of the Earth) The ghost is Bardy, the recently deceased vicar whose dilemmas and beliefs Jackson Browne June 10 and 11 live on after him. Grace, his widow, battles to come to terms with life, love, June 6 death, and betrayal. Ruth, her missionary sister, has held on to a guilty se- The last symphony concert of the season features Gustav Mahler’s cret for 30 years. Jo, Grace’s psychotherapist daughter, becomes a calming Jackson Browne, like James Tay- “Lied von der Erde.” Mahler himself didn’t live to hear his piece, which intermediary between her mother and aunt, despite her own failed mar- lor and Joni Mitchell, is one of the was first performed half a year after the composer’s death. Mahler riage. Finally, Sarah, the new Vicar, discloses her own past and uncertainty. most influential American singer- composed it during a time in his life when he suffered several strokes Set in the deceptive quiet of a quintessential English garden, this play is songwriters of all time, inducted of fate, and it is said to be one of his most personal compositions. The not just about love, grief, denial, acceptance, forgiveness, and moving on. It into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame concert also includes Joseph Haydn’s Symphony No. 86 in D major, also involves a hamster, a lawn mower, a French polisher, and other witty in 2004. He has influenced entire the third of the so-called Paris Symphonies. It has an extroverted but diversions! All performances are at 20:00 (17:00 on Sundays) at the Rampe generations with songs like “Take it dramatic character that is contrasted by an unusual and meditative Theatre, Borromäum, Byfangweg 6 in Basel. Tickets are CHF30 and CHF25 Easy,” made famous by The Eagles, and his classic albums “Late for second movement. The concert begins at 19:30 in the Stadt-Casino and can be bought through www.starticket.ch, as well as at the theater the Skye,” “The Pretender,” and “Running on Empty.” His most recent Basel. There will be an introduction (in German) at 18:45 pm in the (subject to availability). Doors open one hour before each performance; studio album “Standing in the Breach” is wonderfully endowed with Hans Huber-Saal. Tickets are CHF30-90 and can be purchased at drinks and snacks will be available. peaceful melodies, a great voice, and lyrics full of wisdom and experi- Bilder & Tanner or via the Sinfonieorchester Basel website. ence. This poet, humanist, and musician will be in Switzerland for one www.semi-circle.ch www.sinfonieorchesterbasel.ch night only at the Volkshaus in Zürich. Tickets are CHF61.60-111.90. www.ticketcorner.ch The Lion King Opera—Così fan Tutte One Republic Until October 11 June 2, 13, 15, 17, 20, 22, 24, and 28 June 11 and 12 Ballet—Juditha Triumphans Get ready for the musical event of the year as Disney‘s original Broad- Are women capable of being faithful? No, of that Don Alfonso is sure, The hit band from Colora- way musical “The Lion King” comes to Switzerland for the first time. and he has nothing but scorn for his friends Guglielmo and Ferrando, June 6, 11, 19, 21, and 26 do comes to Switzerland Immerse yourself into the colorful world of Africa and in a touching who are both convinced that their fiancées will always be true to them. Theater Basel presents Vivaldi’s oratorio “Judith Triumphans,” which for two nights—to the story that moves the hearts of people like no other. You will be en- Alfonso remains persistent, however, and bets that it will not take takes its story from the book of Judith in the Old Testament, as a Arena Genf in Geneva on chanted by captivating African rhythms, the warm spell of the Seren- long before both women allow themselves to be seduced. The gentle- narrative ballet choreographed by Richard Wherlock. The male and June 11 and to the Hallen- geti, and timeless hits like “Circle of Life” and “Can You Feel the Love men’s wager begins and Guglielmo and Ferrando don the disguises female dancers mingle with the all-female singers on the stage and stadion in Zürich on June Tonight” by Elton John and Tim Rice. Experience the musical world in which they are to court the ladies. What starts out as an amus- tell—in words and dance—the story of the beautiful Jewish widow 12. One Republic fans will success in its magnificent original English-version production at the ing game soon becomes deadly serious as all the protagonists begin Judith and how she courageously and selflessly enters the mili- find authentic rock and pop sensational hits with genuine musicality Musical Theater Basel. Tickets range from CHF48-148. to doubt their partners, and the existential question of the constancy tary camp of Holofernes and decapitates the enemy as he lies in a and rousing live performances. With their third album, “Native,” in www.thelionking.ch of relationships becomes manifest. Mozart’s famous drama giocoso drunken stupor in his sleeping quarters. This collaboration between their pocket, fans can expect to hear their new hits as well as their about the timeless question of whether marital fidelity is possible will www.ticketcorner.ch Ballett Basel, La Cetra Barockorchester Basel, old favorites like “All the Right Moves,” “Secrets,” and “Good Life.” be presented at the Theater Basel, accompanied by the Sinfonieor- and La Cetra Vokalensemble Basel will be staged Tickets are CHF80.90. chester Basel under the direction of Ryusuke Numajiri. The opera will at the Theater Basel. Tickets range from CHF50- www.ticketcorner.ch Mark Knopfler be performed in Italian, with German and English surtitles. Tickets 115, reduced prices for children and students. June 1 are CHF50-115; discounts for children and students. www.theater-basel.ch Electric guitarist Mark Knopfler achieved world-wide fame with www.theater-basel.ch Dance-Stream his classic rock group, Dire Straits. He then went on to start a solo June 13 career in 1996, with record sales reaching 120 million. He will be Open Mic Night Avishai Cohen & New Band Want to dance the night away in a stylish location? Dance-Stream is coming to the Hallenstadion in Zürich on June 1 to present his 9th June 10 held once per month at the Restaurant Hofmatt in Münchenstein from solo album, “Tracker.” Don’t miss this musical highlight with one of June 3 If you think that you may have some singer-song- 20:00-02:00. Dance to the music of today, as well as to oldies and the world’s best guitarists. There are only tickets left in sectors 3-5 Israeli bassist and composer Avishai Cohen will be bringing his new writer talent, come to the Open Mic night and give styles like Latin, disco fox, standard, and more with DJ Bruno; en- for CHF78.90-100.90. trio with fresh compositions and arrangements to Basel as part of it a go. You will need to perform three of your own trance costs CHF15. www.ticketcorner.ch the Offbeat concert series. He will be presenting music from his lat- songs (maximum 15 minutes, no covers) and be a www.dance-stream.ch est album “From Darkness,” as well as many audience favorites from his past recordings and live shows. Accompanying him will be two Opera—Hölderlin. An Expedition young talents from Israel, the golden-fingered pianist Nitai Hershko- June 1, 3, 5, 7, 12, 16, and 27 vits and the very talented Daniel Dor on drums. Concert is at 20:15 in Peter Ruzicka’s “Hölderlin. Eine Expedition” brings the opera season the Musiksaal of the Stadt-Casino Basel; tickets are CHF33-89. to a close with a musical theater production expressing humanity’s www.offbeat-concert.ch big questions about love and the meaning of life, justice, and the ideal society in a contemporary, artistic way. In a dystopic, post-apocalyptic world in an undefined future, a small group of people, comprising six AC/DC women and seven men, go through the process of civilization. Brought June 5 and 7 to life by the gods, the characters learn to talk, lose their faith and spir- On these two days, the Austra- ituality, and get caught in a maelstrom that carries them back in time. lian hard-rock band AC/DC will Their journey ends in a present very similar to our own. “Hölderlin” is continue to rock its fans 40 years a theatrical expedition that takes the audience on a journey through after its inception. Having sold its cultural past and present by means of a musical-theatrical vehicle. over 200 million albums world- The opera will be performed in German, with German and English wide in their careers, with “Back surtitles. Tickets are CHF27-115; discounts for children and students. in Black” as the second-best- www.theater-basel.ch selling album in history, AC/DC

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Entertainment: Night on the Town (continued)

Counting Crows Ticket Office: Get Your Tickets Now! June 30 Who Where When Tickets For more than 20 years, Counting Crows have enchanted lis- teners all over the world with their timeless Rock and Rolls Katie Melua / Summer Stage, Basel July 10 www.actnews.ch that are deeply soulful and complex in nature. Their music is We Invented Paris uncompromisingly honest, the voice of singer Adam Duritz un- mistakable. They will be coming to the Volkshaus in Zürich as part of their “Somewhere Under Wonderland” tour. With their George Benson KKL Konzertsaal, Luzern July 11 www.ticketcorner.ch seventh and latest studio album of the same name, Counting Crows continue the tradition of playing music based on pure Lionel Richie Marktplatz, Lörrach (D) July 15 www.stimmen.com emotions, even if the stories at the center of the songs are pure fiction. Tickets are CHF65-85. Melissa Etheridge Kongresshaus, Zürich July 15 www.ticketcorner.ch www.starticket.ch Bob Dylan Marktplatz, Lörrach (D) July 16 www.stimmen.com

Dance Night Rock-the-Ring Bryan Ferry Kongresshaus, Zürich September 12 www.ticketcorner.ch June 13 June 19-21 Dave Matthews Band Hallenstadion, Zürich October 15 www.ticketcorner.ch “Tanznacht40” dance parties are for those who have at least 40 years Rock-the-Ring is a 3-day music festival in Hinwil (about 75 minutes from under their belts. This event will take place at the Querfeld-Halle (Halle Basel) that will host a total of 16 acts, featuring bands like Nightwish Deep Purple Hallenstadion, Zürich November 9 www.ticketcorner.ch 8), Dornacherstrasse 192, Basel; the party will run from 21:00-03:00 and Limp Bizkit on Friday; Billy Idol, Toto, and Roger Hodgson on Sat- with DJ Ice; admission is CHF15. Friends, couples, and singles are wel- urday; and Judas Priest and Alice Cooper on Sunday. Tickets start at Simply Red St. Jakobshalle, Basel November 11 www.ticketcorner.ch come. CHF99 and are for all bands on one day. You can also buy a RailAway www.tanznacht40.ch Kombi, which includes train travel to the concert grounds for a reduced price. Thriller—Live Musical Theater, Basel November 17-22 www.ticketcorner.ch www.rockthering.ch Italian and French Wine Tasting Imagine Dragons Hallenstadion, Zürich November 24 www.ticketcorner.ch June 18 Singeasy Goes Jazz Madonna Hallenstadion, Zürich December 12 www.ticketcorner.ch Paul Ullrich will be opening over 60 different French and Italian wines, as well as various grappas. There will also be fine Italian apéro-cock- June 24 tails (CHF5) and an Italian antipasti buffet (CHF15) for purchase. This Gemeinde Riehen, in cooperation with Offbeat, present the Ulf Wak- event, which includes a cocktail, costs CHF20 and will take place from enius Guitar Duo (“Momento Magico”) and the Yilian Canizares Quar- 17:00-21:00 at their store in Gundeli (Laufenstrasse 16, Basel). No reg- tet from Cuba (“Ochumare”) in the “Singeasy Goes Jazz” series. istration is required and there is no obligation to buy; simply taste and Doors open at 18:45 and the concert will start at 19:30 in the enjoy. Any wine purchased on the night of the tasting will be 10% off. Singeisenhof in Riehen (by Rössligasse). Tickets are available through www.ullrich.ch www.starticket.ch and cost CHF28. Standing room tickets are also available for CHF12, for purchase only on the evening itself. www.offbeat-concert.ch Opera—Daphne June 18 and 23 Cash Box Kings Theater Basel will be presenting this lyrical bucolic trag- edy by master composer Richard Strauss. Former childhood June 26 friends Leukippos and Daphne meet at the beginning of the Blues Now! presents the American Blues band the ritual feast of Dionysos. Leukippos desires the young woman Cash Box Kings at the Volkshaus in Basel. With a mix but she shies away from him. The god Apollo appears and, in of swamp blues, rockabilly, and sometimes even clas- disguise, succeeds in seducing the girl. What follows is the ar- sic velvet underground, the Cash Box Kings will be pre- chetypal confrontation between god and man, in which Leu- senting their latest album “Black Toppin,” which won kippos meets his death. Daphne is overwhelmed with grief. the Best Traditional Blues Album of the year at the Apollo finally asks Zeus, father of the gods, for forgiveness and Blues Music Awards in Memphis, as well as at the Blues Blast Awards. the beloved returns, transformed into a laurel tree. The opera will be Concert starts at 20:15, doors open at 19:30; bar service is available in performed in German, with German and English surtitles. Tickets are the concert hall. Tickets are CHF59 for seats, CHF39 for standing room, CHF67-153; discounts for children and students. and CHF25 for students under 30 (with I.D.). www.theater-basel.ch http://volkshaus-basel.ch

Cigar Lounge June 18 Raymondo Bernasconi takes you on a spiritual journey to Central America, where the world’s best cigars are made. Learn all about the production, differences, and taste of these fine luxury goods. This event, which is organized by Mövenpick Weinkeller, will take place at the House of Smoke at Laufenstrasse 16 in Basel. Make yourself comfort- able in leather armchairs and enjoy fine wines and spirits from their wine cellar. The event starts at 19:00, costs CHF60, and includes finger foods; to register for the event, call 061-693-3131 or e-mail them at [email protected]. www.moevenpick-wein.com

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Mark Your Calendar! July / August 2015 Highlights > Summer Blues in Basel July 3

> Summer Stage Basel July 9-11

> Basel Tattoo July 17-25

> Swiss National Fireworks / Celebrations July 31 / August 1

> Open Air Cinema Basel August 6-30

> Bruggelauf (Bridge Run) August 16

> Rheinschwimmen August 18

> Basel’s Outdoor Jazzfest August 21

> Klosterbergfest August 28-30

> Römerfest at Augusta Raurica August 29-30