Krakow

Krakow's cultural rap sheet growing

Saturday, January 19, 2008

Proposed to the public on Jan. 10, the Promotion Strategy of Krakow for the 2008 to 2012 term aims to present Krakow as a center of high culture and new technology, representing much more than just entertainment and mass tourism.

Poland joins Schengen, border-free Europe expands

Thursday, January 10, 2008

Poles no longer need to go through a passport check when crossing into most other European countries by car or ship. In March they will be able to take flights to most European countries without a check.

Orchestra Xmas charity returns Jan. 13

Thursday, January 10, 2008

The 16th Great Finale of The Great Orchestra of Christmas Charity will collect money on Jan. 13 for children with larynx and vocal cord problems.

"The Philadelphia" to premier in Polish

Thursday, January 10, 2008

On Jan. 11, 2008, the Center for Contemporary Art Solvay (CSW Solvay) in Krakow will be offering the public a chance to see a performance of "The Philadelphia," a comedy by contemporary American playwright, David Ives.

Costume rental stores now offer carnivals outfits

Thursday, January 10, 2008

Always dream about being a swashbuckling pirate? Wanted to try your luck as a sexy doctor or test your charm as a naughty nurse? Carnival season, full of fancy dress parties, costume balls and theme masquerades, provides the perfect chance to dress up and adopt that alter ego you've been itching to take on.

Grand premiere of "Rezerwat"

Thursday, January 10, 2008

The grand premiere of "Rezerwat" ("Preserve"), the first feature film by Lukasz Palkowski, took place on Jan. 7 in Kino Pod Baranami. Director and actors met with the audience.

Traditional feast held in city center for haves and have-nots

Friday, December 21, 2007

About 50,000 homeless, poor and lonely ate free on Rynek Glowny (Main Market Square) last Thursday.

International women throw ball, raise money for orphanage

Friday, December 21, 2007

The International Women's Association of Krakow (IWAK) held their annual Christmas Charity Ball at the Stary Hotel last Saturday.

Anglo-Dutch Xmas Ball in Krakow

Friday, December 21, 2007

Break-dancing santas, bewigged 70s disco dancers, bekilted bagpipers, chocolate fountains and fireworks. These were just some of the treats served up at the Anglo-Dutch Christmas Ball in Krakow.

Waiting for the slopes

Friday, December 21, 2007

Krakow is obsessed with skiing. After the first snow, trains and busses become crowded with skiers and snowboarders and their equipment. The entire city is on pins and needles every fall waiting for the slopes to open.