7 things to do in and around Luxembourg this weekend

1. Spend thyme at Rotondes plant market

What: Bring your boxes and crates
Where: Rotondes, 3, Place des Rotondes — L‑2448 Luxembourg-Bonnevoie
When: Saturday, 8 May between 10am-5pm - info & tickets here

A plant market, organised by the Centre for Ecological Learning Luxembourg (CELL) at Rotondes on Saturday, will definitely make your green fingers tingle. Local gardeners and sellers are present and will have an array of plants and seeds up for grabs, and visitors are welcome to bring along their own things that they wish to give away. Don't forget to bring some serious crates along if you're going to schlep those greens home after.

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2. See multi-instrumentalist Tom Gatza and violin electronica with All Reitz Reserved

What: Eclectic line-up in the north
Where: Prabbeli - Jardin de Wiltz
When: Saturday, 8 May at 7pm - info & tickets here

This double bill is a real treat. First up is Hamburg-based multi-instrumentalist Tom Gatza, who creates an intimate setting with this cinematic atmospheres and energetic drum sounds. Using the piano to create spacious soundscapes, Gatza takes his audience on a hypnotic journey between neoclassical, jazz and post-rock. Then, All Reitz Reserved from Luxembourg takes over the second part of the evening. He is one of the most inventive and original artists in the Grand Duchy, creating electronic, hip hop and 90s trip-hop music with his electronic violin and numerous gadgets.

3. Hear online talk on decolonising climate justice

What: Keynote lecture
Where: Hosted by Mudam, online here
When: Saturday, 8 May at 4pm

In a transition away from the fossil fuel economy, the root causes of capitalism and colonialism must first be addressed, argues Suzanne Dhaliwal. A climate justice creative, campaigner, researcher, lecturer in environmental justice and trainer in creative strategies for decolonisation, she will speak at Mudam about finding ways together to respond to the global crisis of climate change. The talk is fully booked but can be watched online (link above).

4. Celebrate Europe Day

What: Celebration of our Union
Where: Virtual as well as physical events
When: Sunday, 9 May - info here

This Sunday we're celebrating Europe Day, which Luxembourg has declared a national holiday. The date marks the anniversary of the historic 'Schuman declaration'. Each EU member state is offering an interactive programme (mostly online), and this includes Luxembourg as well. There will be an EU talk which can be followed online, a virtual trip back in time through Luxembourg City, a real EU quiz that takes place in form of a hike, and more. Here's an extract of Schuman's historical speech on that day:

5. Go fossil hunting in ancient coral reef

What: What lived in Luxembourg 10,000 years ago?
Where: Carrière Cimalux SA, L-3731 Rumelange
When: Saturday, 8 May at 2pm - info & registration here

The Science Club for kids really showcases a diverse programme each week, and this Saturday the group will go looking for fossils in the hard rock of a Rumelange quarry, which used to be a coral reef thousands of years ago. Maybe you'll spot an ancient snail? Prior registration is required, and there's a small €10 participation fee to be paid on site per child.

© Science Club

6. See winners of International Contest of Caricature and Cartoon

What: Combine historical visit with cartoons
Where: Vianden Castle, Montée du Château, L-9408 Vianden
When: Between 8-30 May - info here

Quite a mouthful trying to repeat that title, but Vianden Castle will be exhibiting the contestants of the International Contest of Caricature and Cartoon this Saturday, which marks the 14th anniversary of the prize. For reference, here's a link to the 2020 winners. This sounds like an entertaining trip for Saturday, combining a visit to this wonderful castle, as well as seeing thought-provoking and entertaining artworks inside.

© Third prize 2020: Omar Santana, United States

7. Watch The Darjeeling Limited

What: "The train is lost." - a classic quote
Where: Cinémathèque, 17 Place du Théâtre, L-2613 Luxembourg
When: Saturday, 8 May at 8pm - info & tickets here

As part of this weekend's 'Sense & Sensibility' programme, Cinémathèque is screening this intriguing Wes Anderson film from 2007. After the death of their father, three brothers set out on a train journey across India, in an attempt to rediscover their lost bond. The experiences that they have force them to introspect.

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