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III PADEREWSKI FESTIVAL 2024 - over 30 events in 6 days
On 7-12 November, the Paderewski Festival will be held in Poznań and Wielkopolska once again. It will be an opportunity to follow in the footsteps of this outstanding pianist, composer and statesman, whose figure is connected with the history of our region. A rich artistic program, including recitals and chamber concerts, performances, meetings and lectures, will be a great opportunity to recall the work of Paderewski and other Polish composers in a European context.
The axis of this year's edition is Paderewski's life in Switzerland, where he spent over 40 years, combining artistic activity with politics and charity. Events are organized in many places connected with the memory of Paderewski. Concerts have been planned in Poznań and nearby towns, such as Komorniki, Rokietnica, Skrzynki, Jankowice, Wągrowiec, Stęszew and Białęgi.
During the inaugural concert in the Bazar Poznański (7.11., 7:00 p.m.), the excellent string quartet Meccore String Quartet will perform . In the following days, music lovers will be able to participate in numerous piano recitals, chamber concerts and performances by artists such as Maria Gabryś-Heyke, Reverie Piano Duo, Dorota Cybulska, Krzysztof Herdzin, Polish Violin Duo , and many others . The Festival will include the premiere of an album recorded in July this year. in Studio S-1 of the Polish Radio, "Ignacy Jan Paderewski: Complete Songs" , performed by Marzena Michałowska (soprano) and Małgorzata Sajna-Mataczyńska (piano), the artistic director of the Festival. The highlight of the Festival will be the Chopin Recital by Hyuk Lee (10.11.) in the Aula of the Adam Mickiewicz University . Music lovers can also expect numerous accompanying events, including organ concerts, the biographical musical "Virtuoso" in the Musical Theatre in Poznań , the conference "Paderewski in Switzerland" (9.11.) in the Museum of Musical Instruments. One of the panelists will be the Curator of the Paderewski Museum in Morges (Switzerland), Antonin Scherrer .
The Festival will be an opportunity to celebrate the jubilee 100th Poetry Salon of Anna Dymna , with the participation of the initiator of the project, in the Aula of the Adam Mickiewicz University (10.11). The lyrics of Mickiewicz will be performed with music by Paderewski, who 100 years ago received an honorary doctorate from the University of Poznań. During several events, memorabilia of Paderewski from the collections of the Wielkopolska Uprising Museum will be presented. The event is organized by the Bona Fide Association of Wielkopolska People. The festival is co-financed by the Ministry of Culture and National Heritage, the Wielkopolska Province Self-Government and the City of Poznań. The festival is held under the honorary patronage of the Ambassador of Switzerland to Poland, Fabrice Filliez.
We cordially invite you to participate in the Festival! Free tickets and tickets for accompanying events are available from 21.10 at CIK and from local partners . A detailed schedule is also available at www.bonafide.org.pl
The name day of Święty Marcin Street is getting closer. We know who will perform
They will take place traditionally on November 11th.
As in previous years, the celebrations will be held under the slogan "Do good". - This year, the special symbol for us is the St. Martin's croissant, illustrating the idea of meeting and sharing with others - informs CK Zamek, the organizer of the event. - The St. Martin's croissant is baked from noble ingredients; white poppy seeds, almonds, orange peel. The original croissant is so large that it is difficult to eat it on its own. The croissant is created to be shared, inviting family, friends and those we want to get to know better to the meeting - he adds.
What will happen during the name day celebrations? At 1:00 PM, a traditional procession will start at the intersection of Ratajczaka and Św. Marcin streets, and half an hour later, the mayor of Poznań will hand over the keys to the city to St. Martin. From 10:00 AM, a fair will be held on Św. Marcin, during which you will be able to buy croissants. It will last until 9:30 PM.
The program includes Polish Cinema Day (in the cinema hall of CK Zamek), a zone of non-governmental organizations, an antiques market in Masztalarni, animations and workshops. There will be no shortage of concerts on the stage at Mickiewicz Park. At 1:30 p.m. Fanfara Awantura has planned a performance of "Prawdziwe Polskie Techno". At 6:00 p.m. the band Na Górze will play, and at 7:30 p.m. the star of the evening - Voo Voo - will appear on stage.
A treat for fans of famous blocks and fast cars! A full-size car from Lego Technic has arrived in Poznań
They can be seen in Posnania.
In September, the LEGO Group and McLaren Automotive took on the most difficult challenge in LEGO Technic history, building a drivable McLaren P1 car with bricks. McLaren F1 driver Lando Norris even got behind the wheel and completed a full lap of the British Silverstone racetrack.
- This life-size replica of the McLaren P1 is made from 342,817 LEGO Technic pieces and weighs approximately 1,220 kg. The car has fully functional steering, making it the first LEGO creation capable of steering and cornering on a race track. The vehicle is equipped with electric motors consisting of a LEGO Technic Function battery and an electric car battery, allowing it to travel further than any other full-size LEGO model before it. The construction process involved 23 design, engineering and construction experts from the LEGO Group and McLaren Automotive. The entire project took the builders 8,344 hours and required 393 different LEGO Technic pieces, say the parties involved in this unusual project.
Now the car made of blocks has arrived in our city. It can be seen in the Posnania shopping center until November 16. Those interested can make a smaller replica of the car in the comfort of their own home - the LEGO blocks that make it possible cost almost 2,000 PLN.
Americans elect a president on Tuesday. Voting also at Camp Kościuszko in Poznań
There are 140 U.S. citizens eligible to vote here.
As reported by RMF FM, most American soldiers stationed in Poznań have already voted using traditional mail, some have voted online. All US soldiers currently in Poland had to inform the local government they come from that they will be voting while in Poland. They then receive ballots, which they then send back to America.
Among the American soldiers stationed in Poznań, there are those who are casting their votes for the fourth time while on a mission outside the country.
Let us recall that Americans are choosing between Republican Donald Trump and Democratic Kamala Harris. Throughout the campaign, the candidates have maintained similar results in the polls, which means that the fate of the American presidency will hang in the balance until the very end.
Mound of Freedom will be open to visitors
On the occasion of Independence Day, the Poznań Sports and Recreation Centres will open the Mound of Freedom on Lake Malta to visitors. The summit will be accessible on 11 November from 11:00 to 16:00.
The mound can accommodate 20 people at a time, so those willing to climb will be allowed to the top gradually.
The mound, whose construction began in the interwar period, was rebuilt after war damage at the turn of the 1980s and 1990s. On the centenary of Poland regaining independence (2018), the facility underwent modernization. The works included, among others, the renovation of the entrance road to the top of the mound from the west and the modernization of the platform on the north side. A new base of stone cubes was laid on the existing slabs.
In addition, a foundation footing was built on the top of the mound and a flagpole was installed. The place gained new lighting and illumination, making it perfectly visible at night. In front of the entrance there is an information board about its history and symbolism.
The Mound of Freedom in Poznań is open to visitors during the most important national holidays and celebrations.
Poznań with the title of City of the Year
During the 14th edition of the prestigious CEE Investment Awards gala, Poznań received the honorable title of City of the Year. This award distinguishes locations that are exceptionally engaged in economic development and attract key investments.
The City of the Year title was awarded by an independent jury consisting of renowned experts from the real estate, finance and investment management industries. The jury included representatives of international consulting companies such as Cushman & Wakefield, JLL and CBRE, as well as leaders of investment institutions and specialists from the construction sector. Among the nominees, in addition to Poznań, were also Warsaw, Łódź and Katowice.
Investor support, the city's overall achievements in the investment context, private projects such as AND2 or Nowy Rynek, and municipal projects such as the renovation of the Old Market Square were taken into account.
- I am very happy about the award, because it was granted by independent experts who appreciate the dynamic development of Poznań - says Jacek Jaśkowiak, the mayor of the city. - This is another proof that well-conducted city investments can effectively attract investors and make Poznań an attractive place for them.
The capital of Wielkopolska is an important centre attracting investments from various sectors, including real estate. The city authorities are favourable to investors, supporting them in implementing modern, innovative projects and creating a friendly investment climate. The win confirms the growing position of Poznań on the economic map of Poland and Central and Eastern Europe.
The CEE Investment Awards Gala is one of the key events on the real estate market in Central and Eastern Europe. The forum serves to highlight the most important achievements and innovations, and also enables meetings of experts and investors, creating a space for establishing further cooperation and exchanging experiences.
The Poznań croissant travels around Poland
November 11 is a day for Poznań residents marked by St. Martin's croissants and the noisy celebration of the name day of Święty Marcin Street. The city of Poznań would like to invite not only the residents of the capital of Wielkopolska, but also other Polish cities, to celebrate and taste our traditional delicacy. This is precisely what the promotional campaign on trams is for.
A tram with decorations in the shape of St. Martin's croissants has already been driving around Bydgoszcz. On Wednesday, November 30, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., residents of Gorzów Wielkopolski will be able to ride it, and on November 5 (at the same time), such a surprise awaits the residents of Wrocław. In the croissant bimba, passengers are given not only traditional Poznań delicacies, but also postcards with an invitation to take part in the Saint Martin Street Name Day. The gifts are given personally by... Saint Martin.
The people of Poznań will also be able to feel the Croissant atmosphere before November 11. The above-described tram will hit the streets of the capital of Wielkopolska on November 9-10. For these two days, the bimba of line 2 will undergo a metamorphosis.
After all, cardboard croissants will decorate the atrium of the Zamek Culture Center to please the eye of visitors.
On November 11, traditionally, Saint Marcin Street will be paraded in a colorful procession led by its patron. A bazaar, concerts, and shows for the whole family await participants of the fun. A detailed program of the event is available on the website of the Zamek Culture Center .
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