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Korean Cultural Day

Lovarda Debrecen, Kassai út 26., Debrecen, Hungary

The establishment of the Korean alphabet (Hangul) is celebrated on 9th October in Korea. On this occasion, a full-day Korean cultural program is offered to those interested. The event can be realised with the support of the Debrecen Szejzong King Institute and Debrecen Summer University, organised by the Debrecen Korean Cultural Society. When: October 7, 2023 Debrecen - Lovarda. 4028 Debrecen, Kassai út 26. 1 p.m. Doors open 1.50 p.m. Greetings 1.55 - 3.10 p.m. Stage performance 3.10 - 4.40 p.m. Activities 4.10 - 4.40 p.m. K-Beauty presentation 4.40 - 4.45 p.m. Raffle 1. 4.55 -  5.55 p.m. Activities 5.55 - 6.10 p.m. Raffle 2. 6.10 - 6.20 p.m. Ganggangsullae 6.30 p.m.  Gate closing Source: FB

Evening Stroll in Debrecen Zoo

Debrecen Zoo Ady Endre út 1, 4032, Debrecen, Hungary

The Debrecen Zoo celebrates the animals with an evening walk for a week at the beginning of October, starting at 17:00 on 7 October. On this day, you can take a guided thematic walk to learn about international conservation programmes and responsible animal management, as well as get up close and personal with the endangered species and domestic animals living in the zoo. Date: October 7, 5 p.m. Location: Debrecen Zoo, Debrecen, Ady Endre út 1, 4032

Great Forest Week Walking Tours and Running Activities

Heart- friendly Thematic Walks on 10th and 12th October at 8.30a.m. Walks will be organised 2 times during the Great Forest Week by “Move Debrecen” (Mozdulj Debrecen). The departure location is the Fog Theater (Ködszínház/Aquaticum tram stop), the route is 4 km long around Nagyerdő Stadium. Mozaik Med Community Run on 11th October from 5. 45 p.m.   Programmes: 5.45 p.m. - 6 p.m.  Registration, team photo, training information at Nagyerdő Stadium, Exit3, on the side facing the Zoo 6 p.m. - 6:20 p.m.: Warm-up 6:20 p.m. - 7:10 p.m.: Running 7:10 p.m. - 7:25 p.m.? Warm-up, Stretching 7:25 p.m. - 7:40 p.m.: FAQ session session Participation is free, but please register and check-in for trainings at http://mozaikmed.hu/edzesek/ Oxygen Cup Forest Running Competition on 14th October Location: Great Forest. Competition Centre (Start and Finish), 500 metres from the corner of the cemetery into the forest (Cemetery Gate No. 3, roundabout). Programmes: 9:30 a.m. -     Welcome Speeches by Dr. János Mazsu, chairman of the Great Forest Society and the Debrecen Store of Value (Értéktár) Committee, and László Áts, President of Friss Oxygen Foundation -        Warm-up led by Mozaik Med 10 a.m. : Oxygen Cup Forest Running Competition […]

Day of the Great Forest

25 Kartács Street 25 Kartács Street, Debrecen, Hungary

On 10th October, the programme starts at 9 a.m. with the commemoration of the declaration of the Great Forest as protected and the laying of a wreath ceremony in the courtyard of Debreceni Forestry of NYÍRERDŐ Ltd. at the three memorial pillars (25 Kartács Street). Performers at the opening ceremony are folk singer, Ildikó Bárdosi and Primate and forest engineer, Miklós Molnár. Programs of the day: Handicraft demonstrations and workshops (wood carving and gingerbread making) 9.30 a.m. Breed presentation of hunting dogs 10 a.m., 12:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m.Children programme of Kuckó Art Farm:  - Taking photos in front of canvases depicting forest and hunting scenes at the photo theatre of Ferkó Kádár, "I'm going to be a small forester!". The pictures will be sent by e-mail in an environmentally friendly way. - Archery in the forest, making and wearing a Great Forest (paper) crown, environmental and nature conservation programs of  Green Circle from  Hajdúböszörmény  Forest school programs for children: - Educational trail tour, folk games, Great Forest quiz, Giant board games, continuous screening of NYÍRERDŐ Ltd’s films, oak wreath tug-of-war competition for children' teams and families Participation in the program is free, but prior registration is required. Registration requests […]

Great Forest Animals (“Állati Nagyerdő”)

Méliusz Library Bem tér 19/D, Debrecen, Hungary

Visitors are welcomed with playful and craft activities on the occasion of the Great Forest Week. Date and time: 10th October 4.30 p.m. – 6.30 p.m. Location: Children's section of the MÉLIUSZ Central Library (19/D Bem Square) Registration: +36 52 502 824, gyermekkonyvtar@meliusz.hu Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/884332316654586

The Hedgehog and the Squirrel – Exhibition of the Natural History Museum

DEMKI 1 Borsos József Square 1, Debrecen, Hungary

As part of the Great Forest Week event series, hedgehogs and squirrels take centre stage in the Natural History Museum's exhibition. Visitors can take a peek into the world of two iconic forest animals, the hedgehog and the squirrel, get to know their habits, and discover their everyday life. The exhibition can be viewed from until 10th November. The opening of the Nature Museum's exhibition the Hedgehog  and the Squirrel is on 11th October at 2 p.m. Greetings are given by Dr. János Mazsu, the president of Great Forest Society. The exhibition will be opened with an interactive tour guide Zoltán Váradi, Head of the Natural History Museum. From 11th October until 10th November. Location: DEMKI Borsos-villa Community Hall, 1 Borsos József Square 1

Autumn Greetings Afternoon in Vénkert

József Borsos Sqaure József Borsos Sqaure, Debrecen, Hungary

The goal of the Vénkert Autumn Greetings Afternoon program is to create a community experience primarily for families living in the district and for children attending the educational institutions of Vénkert, to provide opportunity for locals to meet and build community by offering diverse, meaningful and entertaining programmes for all generations.  At the event the welcome speech is given by the local government representative of the Vénkert district, Deputy Mayor Dr. Lajos Barcsa. Organisers  look forward to welcoming everyone from Vénkert, young and old, and all interested guests. Date: 13th October 2 p.m. -8 p.m. Location: József Borsos Sqaure Source:https://www.facebook.com/events/2545859172258364

Korean Presbyterian Women’s Association Choir concert

Great Reformed Church Piac u. 4-6, Debrecen, Hungary

The choir of the Presbyterian Women's Association of Korea (PCK) was founded in 1992 with the aim of evangelising with praise, participating in the movement of church unity, and performing musical service at various events of the Presbyterian Women's Association. The start of the choir after the construction of the headquarters of the Korean Presbyterian Women's Association became a medium for raising the status of the Women's Association at the level of the unified movement, both at home and abroad. It played a role as a glorifying mission group of the Women's Presbyterian Association by strengthening musical competence. 2022 celebrated the 30th anniversary of the foundation of the choir, which realised Christian culture through glorification. Over the years, the choir has spread the gospel through glorification with 12 overseas concerts among others in Indonesia, Australia, Russia, Canada, Hungary, Germany, Austria. Date and Location:  13rd October, Great Reformed Church, at 6 p.m Source: Koreai Presbiteriánus Nőszövetség Kórusának koncertje | Facebook

Farmers’ Market – Ruyter Street

Ruyter Street 25

The market is organised on the second Saturday of every month. The expected participating producers for the 14th of October are: - Andi-Mangi - Hajdúböszörmény - Tóth Apiary - Mikepércs - Balmaz Pasta (Balmaz Tészta) - Balmazújváros - Gyugos Cheese (Gyugos Sajt) - Derecske - Hajdúbagos enclosed in a jar (Üvegbe zárt Hajdúbagos) - Kökényessy Apple Vinegar  (Kökényessy Almaecet) - Debrecen - Zádor Artisanal Coffee (Zádor Kézműves Kávé) - Debrecen - Derce Bakery - Debrecen - S&A Fairy Garden (S&ATündér Kertészet, Sándor Ari) seasonal vegetables - Álmosd At the market fresh vegetables, pickles (mixed and pickled cucumbers, apple paprikas) can be purchased. Sustainability, awareness and canning jars! Unnecessary, clean,  220, 370 and 500 ml canning jars are welcome to bring. Date: 14 October, 8:00 - 12:00 Source: debrecen.imami.hu

Future of Debrecen Family Day in Sziget-kék

In Sziget-kék, all-day programmes await the guests at the tents of the organisations located next to the entrance. The partners of the event are Future of Debrecen, Nature Reserve, Hortobágy National Park Directorate, Nordic Walking Debrecen Sports Association, DKSI Debrecen Cycling Sports and Leisure Youth Association, DVSC, Ice Scratch Association, Hajdúság’s Pantry  and Debrecen Folk Ensemble. Programmes: 10 a.m.  Nature of Debrecen walk in the Great Forest  (The walk is led by László Kövér and Máté Tóth) 10 a.m. Intensive walking / joint warm-up, stretching at the end of the tour led by the Nordic Walking Debrecen Sports Association 11 a.m. Recreational walking/ joint warm-up, stretching at the end of the tour led by the Nordic Walking Debrecen Sports Association 10.45  a.m. Vojtina Puppet Theater Circus Minimus! 11.30 a.m. Debrecen Folk Ensemble dance show and dance hall 12.00 p.m. Forest magic tour for those looking for recharge and peace of mind led by the Nordic Walking Debrecen Sports Association 1 p.m.  Organised bicycle tour on the Sziget-kék - Velopark - Sziget-kék route through the forest 2 p.m. Guided nature tour in the Great Forest organised by the Hortobágy National Park Directorate, Registration to the tour from 2 p.m. is available […]

The Secrets of the Botanical Garden tour

Agora Science Center Great Forest, Botanic Garden Entrance from Móricz Zsigmond Road!, Debrecen, Hungary

During the Botanical Garden tour, visitors  can admire the flowers that are currently blooming, wander the paths, most of which were made in the first half of the 20th century, under the leadership of botanist Rezső Soó.  Passing by the statue  Mihály Fazekas and Sámuel Diószegi it is relieved how many new plant names were created  thanks to the authors of the Hungarian Herbal Book. For the 45-minute forest walk program suitable clothing is recommended. In case of bad weather, visitors can listen to a lecture on the subject. The tickets for the Botanical Garden tour can be purchased at Agora Science Center, the ticket is valid for the other programmes of Agora as well. In addition, at Agora ticket office between October 11 and 14  during opening hours, worksheets prepared by the experts of Agora in Hungarian and English can be picked up for free, with the help of which visitors can explore the 15.5-hectare Botanical Garden of the University of Debrecen in a playful way. Date: 14th of October; 2 p.m.  Location: Agora Science Center Source: NAGYERDŐ HETE "Magyarország legszebb erdeje" | Facebook

English Movie with American Corner of Debrecen

American Corner Debrecen 19/D Bem Sqaure, Debrecen, Hungary

Get ready for an incredible journey with the movie "Spare Parts” (2015) starring Jamie Lee Curtis and George Lopez and Marisa Tomei. This inspiring story is about four Latin American high school students who defy the odds with their innovation. The four Mexican students travel to the University of California, Santa Barbara (USCB) for a maritime robotics competition. They were born in Mexico and grew up in Phoenix, Arizona, where they attend an underfunded public high school. With no experience, USD 800, used car parts and a dream, this ragtag team will take on the reigning robotics champion in the country, MIT. Cinema screening time: 14 October 2023 (Saturday), 3 p.m. | Location: American Corner Debrecen Source: American Corner Debrecen