Thu, 11.06.2009

Zurich (EN) : Zurich, 11.6.09: Art Basel, art debate & Limits of Control

 
 
Zurich photo trip
 
Ron Orp's photo trip Zurich
 
 
 
Art fair
 
  Over the border: I wish Zurich had this kind of art exhibition, which is why I recommend a trip one of our neighbouring cities. For four days, more than 300 selected international exhibitors turn Basel's exhibition halls into Art Basel, Europe's most exclusive art fair. Even if you're not buying, don't miss the chance to observe the wheeling and dealing.
10-14 Jun, Art Basel
 
 
 
Parties
 
We were there: Two parties this Friday. 1. Gold is the new black at bar R22. Don't expect too much bling but minimal, progressive, electro and house. 2. 1992 - We were there! Where were you? At Cabaret (Geroldstrasse 15). I know precisely where I was in 1992 and I also know that this eve features Kisag Kollectif, Tripple P and Styro 2000.
Friday 11 pm, R22
Friday 12 am, Cabaret
 
 
 
Shopping and music
 
 All in one: The labels Be Gorgeous and Monica Murillo present their clothes and jewellery collections at Bar 3000 on Saturday afternoon. A few additional stalls turn the events into a mini flea market. When it's dark, club Zukunft (downstairs) celebrates Dj Zwicker's latest release Songs Of Lucid Dreamers.
Saturday 2 pm, Bar 3000
Saturday 11.30 pm, Zukunft
 
 
 
Art debate
 
More art: Art & Argument brings together art experts and enthusiasts and provides a forum for discussion. This Saturday, four cultural experts in two opposing teams debate the role of the emigrant author at Liceo Artistico. Each speaker must argue their case – even if they don’t agree with it. The night ends with a vote for the more persuasive team and includes readings by Hanspeter Müller-Drossaart, followed by a light apéro.
Saturday 6.30 pm, Liceo Artistico
 
 
 
BBQ
 
 Sunday grill: The Rawcut team invites you to a summery (let's hope the weather knows that too!) Grill&Chill at their new creative studio. They promise goodies from the grill, beer from the bar and sounds by djs Pipo, FunkyBone, Max Bunt and Mahara McKay and, of course, you can also check out their new atelier while you’re there.
Sunday, 2 pm, Rawcut
 
 
 
Weeknight affair
 
Monday night, cinema night: You really shouldn't miss the new film by Jim Jarmush The Limits of Control. The premiere was on Thursday but Monday is always the perfect weekday, in my opinion, to see a film at the cinema. I have five pairs of tickets to give away for this crime drama.
e-mail for tickets
 
 
 
Good to know
 
Lost & Found: I believe there must be a parallel universe where all my lost goods are stored. As well as various umbrellas, gloves and shades, I’d find the odd object here and there (such as my TV remote control!). Unfortunately that’s just a fantasy. But in reality, the local authorities are responsible for returning lost items to their rightful owners. Therefore the city of Zurich and the VBZ run a joint lost-and-found office that handles all items found within the municipal region. Unless it’s a key with a serial number, you'll have to go to the so-called Fundbüro in person. SBB goes a step further; go online and describe your lost item and you'll receive an e-mail to tell you if it matches anything that was handed in. If you're too late or if you're just interested in what people lose, visit the shop Fundsachenverkauf in Wollishofen. The shop sells goods lost on public transport from all over Switzerland which haven’t been reclaimed by their owners. Their stock includes everything from iPods to bikes – and even a 100 pack of condoms!
 
 
 
Web
 
 Pass on parkas: Tokyo Fashion Map has designed a well-made fashion clip where people put on and pass on parkas which may seem the same but actually change… well, you’ll just have to see for yourself.
 
 
 
Eating
 
Cucina Italiana: Right at the Limmat between Wipkingen and Höngg lies Turbinenhaus. The beautiful location combined with Italian cuisine and modern architecture makes this venue ideal for a bite to eat on your way home from Werdinsel.
Am Wasser 55
 
 
 
wulffmorgenthaler.com
 
 
 
 
Forum
 
 
 
City Page
 
 
 
Experimental Project : I just moved to Zurich from NY and am looking for like minded artists and musicians to contribute to this project. Check us out at www.scurravagas.com and send me an email if you're interested.Cheers!Orlando
 
 
a flat/room for 1 person : I am 20 years old female, from scotland. I am working in Wollerau and need somewhere to stay from the 14th on june until the 31st of august. as near to wollerau as possible.
 
 
4 original Eames plastic side chairs DSS (Vitra) : The shells are in light gray and come with the stackable base with row connectors. The stackable bases can be changed also with any other Eames bases. The chairs are NEW and unused. (Original price from Vitra: 249.-/per piece) SALES PRICE: 700.- (for all four chairs!)
 
 
Eames RAR rocking armshell chair : Wonderful Eames/Herman Miller RAR armshell rocker in rare black/anthrazit. It's a fibreglass shell that is no longer in production like this. It is in excellent vintage condition. The rocker base is new and of very good quality with walnut runners in a very nice wood structure. Price: CHF 800.- Prices in vintage design stores are much higher!
 
 
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