Swedish (hot) Dads

A unique event takes place these days in Sibiu. The Embassy of Sweden brings the exhibition “Swedish Dads”. Its opening takes place today at 18:00 at the Astra Museum in Sibiu and it will be open to the public until November 5th, 2017. The exhibition tells the story of the fathers who, in Sweden, are increasingly choosing to go on a paternal leave and take care of raising their children. The photographs show how Swedish fathers perceive the role of the modern man, in contrast to the role of the traditional, paternal stereotype.  When Swedish photographer Johan Bävman became a father, he realised there was a lack of male models to represent a parent model. This led him to create a photo album called the Swedish Dads, which shows 20 Swedish fathers on paternal leave, along with their children.

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We know what you’ll do on Monday

A  great surprise at Atrium Classic Cafe. On Monday,  October 23rd, at 20:00,  the  “Vagina Monologues” by Eve Ansler will be staged. The organisers say it’s a 5-stars show. Serenela Mureşan, Cristina Ragos and Codruţa Vasiu, three actresses consecrated on the stage of the “Radu Stanca” Theatre will give you a piece of humour of the best quality and a fantastic spectacle, far from being vulgar.

The text underlying the show was first played in the basement of a Greenwich Village café. Then it was translated into 48 languages and was played in over 140 countries. Among the actresses who have performed this  exceptional text we have Jane Fonda, Whoopi Goldberg, Glenn Close and Susan Sarandon. Surely Monday night we have to be at Atrium Cafe,  Small Square no. 16. The price of a ticket is 20 lei. And if you will book your table for Atrium Cafe on our website, you will get 10% DISCOUNT to the final bill.

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First up, it’s the meeting of the Saxons. The biggest of the last 27 years.

It is truly going to be big, as over 12,000 people have confirmed they will be attending this event. Even the country’s current president, and Sibiu’s former beloved mayor, Mr. Klaus Johannis, is going to be present!

The whole center of Sibiu, from the Huet Square to the Big Square and the Citadel Street, will be filled with events, stalls and cultural demonstrations.

It is an important event, as it aims to remind Germany and Austria living Saxons, of their roots: Sibiu and Transylvania.

During this event, you’ll get to see traditional dances and customs parades, brass bands or folk music concerts, culinary demonstrations. And another thing you’ll find for sure: beer. Plenty of it!

The meeting will turn the old town of Sibiu into an effervescent cultural space, which will surely attract (almost) all the attention.

The 27th edition has quite a full program. Which you’ll be able to check out at any of the info stands in the Big Square, or at this link. Out of all the interesting things on this year’s agenda, we’re also excited about the two representations of “Faust”, on the 4th and 5^th of August, at 19:00, at the Cultural Factory.

Another cool event taking place this weekend is Arini Fest.

As always, Arini Fest is another way to spend amazing time with your friends, going out in nature at the Sub Arini Park. Between the 4^th and 6^th of August, the public is invited to a new series of events and creative activities in the middle of nature. Outdoor movie screenings, live music sessions supported by DJ CampSauvage, children’s games and workshops are part of the Arini Fest program this year. The audience is also encouraged to organize picnic sessions in the spaces allowing the placement of blankets, chairs and much more.

This year, Arini Fest invites you to enter the fascinating world of Tim Burton, and as such the movies you’ll be able to see this weekend are :

– Friday the 4th, at 22:00 – Big Eyes (USA, Biography / Drama, 105 ‘with Amy Adams, Christoph Waltz).

– Saturday, the 5th, at 22:00 – Alice in Wonderland (USA, Adventures, 110 ‘with Johnny Depp, Helena Bonham Carter).

– Sunday, the 6th, at 22:00 – Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children (USA, adventures / fantastic, 127 ‘with Samuel L.Jackson, Judi Dench, Eva Green.)

Because a literally incendiary weekend is announced in Sibiu, with temperatures reaching 36 degrees Celsius, you might want to know that Sibiu hosts an event sure to help you cool down!

The Astra Museum is home to the BEER Craft @ Art event.

The first Transylvanian event which promotes Romanian beer craftsmanship. So between the 4^th and 6^th of August, pay the Astra Village Museum a visit to meet the 14 beer craftsmen and 2 cider craftsmen. You’ll get to sample craft beer, cider, and natural juices, along with some very tasty traditional dishes.

And while most of the action seems to be happening outside this weekend, there’s fun to be had indoors also! Go clubbing at the most glamorous club in Sibiu – Liquid the Club! 

Liquid the Club hosts amazing parties every Saturday night, for all those looking to party until dawn.

You can book your table for Liquid the Club using Travelscounter, and you’ll have an awesome 15% discount off the bill!

With so many great things happening this weekend, you’re bound to have a great one! So enjoy!

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