It is unlikely that Zurich is going to see an international act in a venue for a while but there is still some great music to be heard. This Thursday the tiny stage of the Gotthard Bar hosts The Soulmaniacs, the band that can often be seen bringing a groovy flavour to the public spaces of Zurich.

Social commentary or just anti-social? I’m firmly in the former camp provided it’s not just stupid tags but Kolly Gallery will let you decide for yourself as they are presenting the work of Swiss artist, Still Alive. Forget your traditional «Oil on Canvas,» nonsense. We’re talking spray can on railway carriage.

In March this year the School of Peace and the offices of One Happy Family in Lesbos were destroyed in an arson attack. Did Art with Heart Zurich complain? No, they have organised an online exhibition of works from young Zurich artists to support the reconstruction work with any earnings shared between the artists and the poor folks on Lesbos.

It’s been a long time but some of Zurich's clubs are re-opening their doors. Okay, it’s not quite normal with contact tracing and social distancing being the new norm but nevertheless, get out their and shake your asses until they close again for the summer.

Space Monki, Supermarket, Zukunft, Gonzo, Hive & Heaven, are all open for business this week but check the websites for times. Many are starting early and partying all day.

Many of you Ronsters may remember that, after a visit to the fantastic Peruvian restaurant Baranco, i fell in love with Pisco Sours. Well, this Friday and Saturday Ugarte Catering and are giving you the opportunity to taste a few of these delicious drinks with revenues helping to supply mask and other necessary equipment in Peru. Helping and drunkening, what could be finer?

Another Italian restaurant in Zurich? What makes Brera special? I thought i’d head over and check it out. Last week i mentioned that it had opened but i thought i had better check it out...

Summer’s here…wait, no it isn’t…er, yes it is.

Well, whether the weather is good or bad one thing is for certain, the Badi’s are reopening so break out your Speedo’s and get posing ’til closing. Now of course we are still subject to restrictions due to Corona but Stadt Zurich has kindly come up with a list of swimming areas along with their capacities. But that’s not all. They are even providing realtime info regarding availability.