Astronomical Clock on Namesti Svobody To Undergo Repairs
The astronomical clock on Namesti Svobody will undergo an “urgent overhaul” after ten years of operation. This morning, the upper dome was removed. The reparations will last at least three…
Brno Sports Weekly Report — Coronavirus Complicates Promotion Hopes for Zbrojovka
Adrián Čermák had a hat trick to lead Zbrojovka to a 2-7 at Vyšehrad last weekend. Photo credit: FC Zbrojovka. Brno, Jul 8 (BD) — FC Zbrojovka will have to…
New Municipal App To Help Organize Small Public Events
The new project, “Plug & Play”, was launched by the City of Brno to simplify the administrative requirements of small-scale cultural and community events. The web application identifies suitable locations…
In Photos: Historic Ship ‘Morava’ Joins the Dam Fleet With Official Ceremony
The historic ship, designated as a cultural monument, returns to the Dam fleet after nine years out of service and 16 months of renovations. Before going to water, the ship…
City of Brno Launches Campaign Promoting Greener Lifestyles
The campaign will provide citizens and companies with information on how to adapt to greener lifestyles and business practices, and encourages the sharing of progress and tips using the hashtag…
21st Špilberk International Music Festival To Go Ahead In August
After an uncertain preparation period, Filharmonie Brno will be going ahead with the annual festival of orchestral music in the grand setting of Špilberk Castle, taking place this year from…
In Photos: 7 Meter Pea To Tour Brno to Mark Gregor Mendel’s 200th Birthday
The seven-meter bright green pea, currently located at Spilberk Castle, is the latest (temporary) addition to Brno’s collection of peculiar public art, and can be seen in numerous locations in…
This Year’s MotoGP Will Go Ahead Without Spectators
This year’s MotoGP will go ahead in August, but the organizers have decided against admitting spectators to the circuit. Ticket holders will be able to use their tickets for next…
Grumpy Br(u)no: What’s So Hard About Sorting Waste?
The good news: Czechs recycle. The bad news: most can’t sort their waste very well. Photo credit: Bruno Zalubil. The summer is great. The early mornings are crisp and fresh…
City of Brno Adopts Strategy To Improve Air Quality
On Wednesday, Brno city councillors approved the Brno 2020 Air Quality Improvement Action Plan, which builds on the original plan adopted in June 2017. The basic goal is to reduce…