Why is there a picture of a pyramid made of mud? You’ll just have to get scrolling and clicking to find out.

Thurs - Mon: Winterthur Welcomes Africa (Scroll ⬇️)

Friday: Dylan Young Is Way Dynamic

Saturday: Art And Getting Your Hands Dirty

Saturday: Two Parties For A Sunny Saturday (Scroll ⬇️)

Sunday: A Relaxing «Flohmi» For Sunday

Wednesday: Forest Blakk Entertains At Dynamo

A little «Ausflug» never hurt anyone (and, in case you were wondering, it means excursion), and Winterthur is a mere 20 minutes away. But what’s on in Winterthur? Well, yesterday saw the start of the Afro-Pfingsten festival, which is presenting concerts, workshops, markets and exhibitions at venues across the city until Monday. There’s far more going on than I can list here, but if you fancy soaking up some vibes from the birthplace of humanity, check out their programme and take the short train ride to «Winti» this weekend.

Thurs - Mon, Afro Pfingsten, Various Locations, Winterthur

Two party tips for you for Saturday (which, according to the weather forecast, is supposed to be sunny and hot). First up is Hive Fliegt Aus, a trip away from their home by Hardbrücke. This edition heads over to Micas Garten and features Berlin DJs Oliver Koletzki and Dirty Doering.

Saturday, 2pm, Micas Garten, Badenerstrasse 790, 8048

Second up is a party which is, ironically, located directly next to the Hive club. Frau Gerolds Garten is hosting an event in collaboration with Wings and Vibes, boasting music, delicious fried chicken and signature cocktails from superstar bartenders.

Saturday, 5pm, Frau Gerolds Garten, Geroldstrasse 23, 8005

The Ron-verse doesn’t just offer my weekly witicisms. There’s loads more. For example, my second-hand marketplace offers rare finds, bargains and practical bits and pieces that have been pre-owned loved by someone else and need a new home. I actually spent way more time than i should e-rummaging through items, which you’ll find amongst my favourites.

At the moment, I’m focusing on things that help prepare for summer. There’s an air fryer, for instance, if you’ve decided to eat slightly less greasy food this summer. Various summer-ready vehicles are also up for grabs, whether it’s a Vespa, a VW camper van or a bicycle. You’ll also find camping and boating gear for your next outdoor adventure. There’s even a piano in the mix – what that has to do with summer, I honestly don’t know, but it’s free.

One of the featured finds already disappeared? Oops. Someone probably snapped it up already.

Ron's Finds - DE

Ron's Finds - EN

Or do you need to make room for something new: on the Ron Orp second-hand marketplace, you can pass your finds on for free – give them away, sell them, swap them, auction them off or donate them to a good cause. You can easily advertise them on either the German or English site.

Post an advert - EN

Post an advert - DE

Whilst researching this week’s newsletter, I noticed that the Hallenstadion is hosting the Hot Wheels Stunt Show. Real cars recreating the sort of stunts kids do with tiny toy vehicles. Naturally, this got me thinking: how does the science actually work, and how fast would you have to drive to get a car around a ten-metre loop-the-loop without ending up in a pile of twisted wreckage? Fortunately, I remembered a video that explains exactly that. But before watching it, have a guess. You’re going to be surprised. Click the button to watch the video and find out the answer and then amaze you friends.

1. 35 km/h
2. 55 km/h
3. 75 km/h
4. 95 km/h