MORE THAN NEIGHBOURS Presentation of TU Liberec 2011-13 Gent 30.5.-2.6.2012 MORE THAN NEIGHBOURS Our presentation introduction of our group and institution our city our topics and activities our future plans INTRODUCTION OF OUR GROUP Lili Kučerová A map of Europe A map of the Czech Republic INTRODUCTION OF OUR GROUP Lili Kučerová CZECH CITIES/TOWNS LIBEREC INTRODUCTION OF OUR GROUP Lili Kučerová CZECH CITIES/TOWNS JABLONEC, ČESKÁ LÍPA INTRODUCTION OF OUR GROUP Lili Kučerová THE TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY The College of Mechanical Engineering was founded in 1953 The Technical University of Liberec „TUL“ The University of the Third Age has existed since 1998 INTRODUCTION OF OUR GROUP Lili Kučerová THE TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY A new building of rector´s office A view of university buildings complex INTRODUCTION OF OUR GROUP Lili Kučerová THE TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY A new building of student´s canteen INTRODUCTION OF OUR GROUP Lili Kučerová A VIEW FROM THE DORMITORY An amazing sunset A new complex of dormitories INTRODUCTION OF OUR GROUP Lili Kučerová Interesting views of the town hall and the city INTRODUCTION OF OUR GROUP Lili Kučerová OUR PROJECT GROUP COORDINATORS: JITKA PACLTOVÁ, KAMILA JECH KOLDINSKÁ INTRODUCTION OF OUR GROUP Lili Kučerová OUR PROJECT GROUP PARTICIPANTS: ALEXANDRA BRUNCOVÁ ALENA HÁJKOVÁ MAGDALENA KARAFIÁTOVÁ LILI KUČEROVÁ EVA NESTROJILOVÁ JAROSLAVA VEDRALOVÁ MARIE VOKÁČOVÁ PAVLA VRÁNOVÁ MIRO SMUTNÝ INTRODUCTION OF OUR GROUP Lili Kučerová GENT 30.5.-2.6.2012 OUR TOWN MIRO SMUTNÝ LIBEREC OUR TOWN MIRO SMUTNÝ LIBEREC OUR TOWN MIRO SMUTNÝ Liberec is situated 100km north of Prague is the fifth-largest city in the Czech Republic is located in the valley between Ještěd Ridge and the Jizera Mountains the total area with suburbs encompasses 150,000 inhabitants this makes Liberec the third largest city in Bohemia OUR TOWN MIRO SMUTNÝ Liberec´s symbols The neo-renaissance town hall built between 1888-1893 designed by the Viennese architect Franz von Neumann based on the design of the town hall in Vienna the tower is 65 m tall OUR TOWN MIRO SMUTNÝ Liberec´s symbols Ještěd Tower opened in 1973 designed by architect Karel Hubáček awarded the higly prestigious Perret Prize the top of Ještěd mountain – 1012 m in the lowest section–a hotel and a restaurant OUR TOWN MIRO SMUTNÝ Cultural monuments THE CHURCH OF SAINT ANTONIN THE GREAT Thanks to its 70 m high tower, the Church of St. Antonin the Great on Sokolovské Square has been one of the dominant features of Liberec for several centuries. The present church was built between 1579 and 1587. Rebuilt in Neo-Gothic style between 1879 and 1882. OUR TOWN MIRO SMUTNÝ Cultural monuments THE CHURCH OF SAINT CROSS dating from the mid-18th century the most precious baroque edifice in the town built in the place of the original church designed by the builder J.J. Kunze in 1696. the church probably got its name due to its ground plan, which really did resemble a cross. OUR TOWN MIRO SMUTNÝ Cultural institution F.X.ŠALDA THEATRE was constructed in neo-renaissance style opened in 1883 the history of theatrical life in the town began in 1600s the theatre has gradually expanded its activities to include drama and ballet OUR TOWN MIRO SMUTNÝ Cultural institution Museum The North Bohemia (built in 1873) the present building built in 1897-1898 in the neo-renaissance style. first impressions focus on the slim tower- the exact copy of the original Liberec town hall tower. exhibits of the natural science, archaeology, and history of North Bohemia. particular attention is paid to the development of the textile industry in the region. OUR TOWN MIRO SMUTNÝ Cultural monuments THE WALDSTEIN´ S HOUSES the oldest preserved houses in Liberec originate from 1678-81 nowadays the only building reminding us of this clasical type of merchant house which used to decorate the whole of the New Town OUR TOWN MIRO SMUTNÝ Cultural monuments THE LIEBIEG HOUSE Baron Theodor von Liebieg - the owner of one of the largest factories in the country at that time decided to build a residence for his family not far from the factory. the result - this romantic half-timbered manor-house with bay-windows at the corners built in 1897. OUR TOWN MIRO SMUTNÝ Attraction Liberec Zoo dates back to 1919 the oldest in the Czech Republic specialises in breeding rare species of animals or those which are critically endangered in the wild the white tiger, is a true rarity and is a major attraction for visitors OUR TOWN MIRO SMUTNÝ Attraction The Botanical Gardens opened to the public in 1895 extensive reconstruction work has created what are now the most modern gardens in Bohemia, with glasshouses that are truly a paradise of plants. OUR TOWN MIRO SMUTNÝ The JIZERA MOUTAINS Liberec is situated at the foot of the Jizera Mountains, the highest peak is Smrk - 1124 metres above sea – level with a modern tower. There are excellent facilities for tourists, mountain – climbing, cross- country skiing, running, as well as biking. OUR TOWN MIRO SMUTNÝ FIS Nordic World Ski championships in 2009 in Liberec the biggest sports event in the country's history. 589 athletes from 61 countries. OUR TOPICS AND ACTIVITIES ALEXANDRA BRUNCOVÁ, MAGDALENA KARAFIÁTOVÁ, PAVLA VRÁNOVÁ, October 2011 – June 2012 regular English classes focused on project partners communication – twice a month regular meetings of the project team – working on the common topic „History of Textile industry and changes after 1989“, eventually industrial sights excursions communication of seniors with partners via email OUR TOPICS AND ACTIVITIES ALEXANDRA BRUNCOVÁ, MAGDALENA KARAFIÁTOVÁ, PAVLA VRÁNOVÁ Our tasks and outcomes „History of Textile industry and changes after 1989“ Processing information about individual Textile industry sights in Liberec region The expected result is a map of these sights and creating a trail in Liberec+surroundings The trail should give a detailed piece of information about individual sights OUR TOPICS AND ACTIVITIES ALEXANDRA BRUNCOVÁ, MAGDALENA KARAFIÁTOVÁ, PAVLA VRÁNOVÁ November 2011 Making a logo of the Project 21.11.2011 - Meeting of Czech and German seniors at the TU in Liberec, discussion about common topics OUR TOPICS AND ACTIVITIES ALEXANDRA BRUNCOVÁ, MAGDALENA KARAFIÁTOVÁ, PAVLA VRÁNOVÁ Meeting of Czech and German seniors at the TU in Liberec OUR TOPICS AND ACTIVITIES ALEXANDRA BRUNCOVÁ, MAGDALENA KARAFIÁTOVÁ, PAVLA VRÁNOVÁ March 2012 30.-31.3.2012 Meeting of Czech and German seniors at the TU Chemnitz linked with a preview of seniors´ photo exhibition, presentation of our project work results, information about our common website OUR TOPICS AND ACTIVITIES ALENA HÁJKOVÁ Our visit in Chemnitz On 30th and 31st March 2012 we visited our German neighbours in Chemnitz. Our visit helped us getting to know and using the common Internet platform. Now we are included in the platform, too. OUR TOPICS AND ACTIVITIES ALENA HÁJKOVÁ Our visit in Chemnitz We introduced our presentations about the textile industry in our region. We were talking about our future plans regarding our work. Our friends prepared the program very carefully. OUR TOPICS AND ACTIVITIES ALENA HÁJKOVÁ Our visit in Chemnitz We enjoyed all the activities which included discussions, a photo exhibition and a short harp concert of Bedřich Smetana's The River Moldau, which is very close to our hearts. OUR TOPICS AND ACTIVITIES ALENA HÁJKOVÁ Our visit in Chemnitz The city tour was a very pleasant finale of our visit. OUR TOPICS AND ACTIVITIES ALENA HÁJKOVÁ Our visit in Chemnitz We were very touched by the warm and friendly atmosphere and the delightful dinner in superb surroundings, which made the whole visit a truly memorable occasion. OUR TOPICS AND ACTIVITIES ALEXANDRA BRUNCOVÁ, MAGDALENA KARAFIÁTOVÁ, PAVLA VRÁNOVÁ April 2012 18.4.2012 - a special lecture for the University of the Third Age TUL on History of Textile industry in Liberec region (Ing. Machaňová) OUR TOPICS AND ACTIVITIES ALEXANDRA BRUNCOVÁ, MAGDALENA KARAFIÁTOVÁ, PAVLA VRÁNOVÁ May 2012 Meeting of all project participants in Ghent Presentation of our group, city and institution Presentation of our results in the first year Outlook for the second project year OUR FUTURE PLANS ALEXANDRA BRUNCOVÁ, MAGDALENA KARAFIÁTOVÁ, PAVLA VRÁNOVÁ June 2012 – September 2012 1.- 30.6.2012 – Czech and German senior´s exhibition in the Liberec Regional Research library, (a preview 7.6.2012) Individual seniors work on the project „Textile industry sights in Liberec region“ with help from Kamila Jech Koldinská, Jitka Pacltová and Dagmar Machaňová Presentation of our work to children in a primary school in Liberec (September 2012) Presentation of our work to employes and patients in hospital in Česká Lípa OUR FUTURE PLANS ALEXANDRA BRUNCOVÁ, MAGDALENA KARAFIÁTOVÁ, PAVLA VRÁNOVÁ October 2012 - June 2013 regular English classes focused on project partners communication – twice a month regular meetings of the project team – working on the common topic „History of Textile industry and changes after 1989“ (Ing. Machaňová) industrial sights excursions a special course for project participants „History of Textile industry in Liberec“ - once a week communication of seniors with partners via email, common website October - March 2013 – common work on the project „The Elbe – the river which connects us“ with colleagues from Chemnitz OUR FUTURE PLANS ALEXANDRA BRUNCOVÁ, MAGDALENA KARAFIÁTOVÁ, PAVLA VRÁNOVÁ March 2013 - June 2013 March/April – a common trip with German seniors to industrial sights along the river Elbe May – a common meeting of the project participants in Chemnitz – presentation of the project results MORE THAN NEIGHBOURS Thank you for your attention! MTN group from TU in Liberec Czech Republic .