117 result(s) for winter in Community & Culture
Money To Burn - Hungary Leads The Way Helping Autistic Children
- 2 Mar 2012 8:02 AM
- community & culture
"In the USA, turning Dollar bills into ashes is verboten. Title 18, Section 333 of the U.S. Code says that if one does, the offender “…shall be fined not more than $100 or imprisoned not more than six months, or both.”
'Hungarian Busójárás' In Mohács, 16 - 21 February
- 9 Feb 2012 11:35 AM
- community & culture
"Held in Mohács, the 'Busójárás' is a spectacular traditional event that has become a popular attraction in Hungary. It is both a celebration of the end of winter and of the occasion during the Turkish occupation when the villagers put on frightening masks to drive away the invaders. Children go along shaking feather and sawdust filled stockings. A medieval cannon is taken along and a huge fire ...
Invitation: Winter Exhibition, Palace Of Arts, Until 4 January 2012
- 3 Jan 2012 8:04 AM
- community & culture
"Paintings and drawings will be exhibited at the now traditional, end-of-year showcase of students from the 9th District of Budapest. For the teachers preparing the students, i.e. the fine and applied artists teaching in Ferencváros, the most important thing is to introduce the students to a new way of self-expression.
Advent Palace Festivities, Gödöllő 2010
- 19 Nov 2010 12:00 AM
- community & culture
"The largest Hungarian Baroque palace, situated in Gödöllő, traditionally hosts the annual Advent Palace Days programme series. The splendid heritage building is decked out with Christmas decorations and provides a variety of events for visitors.
Fully Booked: Xpat Charity Event 'Guy Fawkes* Bonfire Party'
- 7 Nov 2010 12:00 AM
- community & culture
Thanks to everyone involved with this event, there has been a fantastic response to the invitations sent. The news is all the places are now taken to mix and mingle on Friday 5 November at the InterConti. Registered guests will enjoy a sumptuous selection of 5* food; quality drinks; live music; and many prize opportunities - one lucky guest will drive away with a real Ferrari (experience:) Every ...
Lifeline For Homeless Shelter In Budapest
- 25 May 2010 3:06 AM
- community & culture
"Managers of Budapest homeless shelter, Segítőház, caring for 300 homeless people daily, called mayday more than once recently claiming that the building was on its last legs. Yet, thanks to a recent charity auction, the shelter’s story has taken a good turn and conditions are expected to improve significantly before this year’s winter sets in.
Nyírkáta Winter Charity Drive 2010
- 16 Mar 2010 12:00 AM
- community & culture
"First of all, a very big thank you to all those individuals who participated in the clothing drive for the community of Nyírkátá, Hungary.
Xpat Party, InterContinental Hotel, 5th of November - Fully Booked
- 5 Nov 2009 9:00 AM
- community & culture
All confirmed guests are reminded to celebrate with us tonight: Mix and mingle with fellow Xpats at this XpatLoop.com annual party for charity at the InterConti on the 5th of November. Remember, remember it's a feel good event as we'll all be supporting the Smiling Hospital Foundation. A great selection of food and drinks, along with live music and many raffle prizes, plus a ...
Xpat Watch: Enjoying Every Budapest Burns' Event
- 29 Jan 2009 8:00 AM
- community & culture
Heaps of haggis, tons of tatties, piles of pipers, and even a scosh of scotch. Yep, late January, time for the separate Burns' Suppers throughout Budapest, where there's a choice for every taste and wallet. This year's various events were a touch extra special, as it was the 250th anniversary of the Bard's birth. Read on for a review of the top three 'Burns' bulis'.
Money To Burn - Hungary Leads The Way Helping Autistic Children
- 2 Mar 2012 8:02 AM
- community & culture
"In the USA, turning Dollar bills into ashes is verboten. Title 18, Section 333 of the U.S. Code says that if one does, the offender “…shall be fined not more than $100 or imprisoned not more than six months, or both.”
'Hungarian Busójárás' In Mohács, 16 - 21 February
- 9 Feb 2012 11:35 AM
- community & culture
"Held in Mohács, the 'Busójárás' is a spectacular traditional event that has become a popular attraction in Hungary. It is both a celebration of the end of winter and of the occasion during the Turkish occupation when the villagers put on frightening masks to drive away the invaders. Children go along shaking feather and sawdust filled stockings. A medieval cannon is taken along and a huge fire ...
Invitation: Winter Exhibition, Palace Of Arts, Until 4 January 2012
- 3 Jan 2012 8:04 AM
- community & culture
"Paintings and drawings will be exhibited at the now traditional, end-of-year showcase of students from the 9th District of Budapest. For the teachers preparing the students, i.e. the fine and applied artists teaching in Ferencváros, the most important thing is to introduce the students to a new way of self-expression.
Advent Palace Festivities, Gödöllő 2010
- 19 Nov 2010 12:00 AM
- community & culture
"The largest Hungarian Baroque palace, situated in Gödöllő, traditionally hosts the annual Advent Palace Days programme series. The splendid heritage building is decked out with Christmas decorations and provides a variety of events for visitors.
Fully Booked: Xpat Charity Event 'Guy Fawkes* Bonfire Party'
- 7 Nov 2010 12:00 AM
- community & culture
Thanks to everyone involved with this event, there has been a fantastic response to the invitations sent. The news is all the places are now taken to mix and mingle on Friday 5 November at the InterConti. Registered guests will enjoy a sumptuous selection of 5* food; quality drinks; live music; and many prize opportunities - one lucky guest will drive away with a real Ferrari (experience:) Every ...
Lifeline For Homeless Shelter In Budapest
- 25 May 2010 3:06 AM
- community & culture
"Managers of Budapest homeless shelter, Segítőház, caring for 300 homeless people daily, called mayday more than once recently claiming that the building was on its last legs. Yet, thanks to a recent charity auction, the shelter’s story has taken a good turn and conditions are expected to improve significantly before this year’s winter sets in.
Nyírkáta Winter Charity Drive 2010
- 16 Mar 2010 12:00 AM
- community & culture
"First of all, a very big thank you to all those individuals who participated in the clothing drive for the community of Nyírkátá, Hungary.
Xpat Party, InterContinental Hotel, 5th of November - Fully Booked
- 5 Nov 2009 9:00 AM
- community & culture
All confirmed guests are reminded to celebrate with us tonight: Mix and mingle with fellow Xpats at this XpatLoop.com annual party for charity at the InterConti on the 5th of November. Remember, remember it's a feel good event as we'll all be supporting the Smiling Hospital Foundation. A great selection of food and drinks, along with live music and many raffle prizes, plus a ...
Xpat Watch: Enjoying Every Budapest Burns' Event
- 29 Jan 2009 8:00 AM
- community & culture
Heaps of haggis, tons of tatties, piles of pipers, and even a scosh of scotch. Yep, late January, time for the separate Burns' Suppers throughout Budapest, where there's a choice for every taste and wallet. This year's various events were a touch extra special, as it was the 250th anniversary of the Bard's birth. Read on for a review of the top three 'Burns' bulis'.