Staff Picks

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Vanessa Beyer

Vanessa Beyer is co-founder of the (K)Einheit initiative and is committed to raising the visibility of East German Gen Z perspectives. As an activist and political educator, she creates spaces for dialogue between generations and social groups. She has lived in Chemnitz for many years and actively shapes civil society and cultural processes there. On the curatorial team, she is particularly committed to amplifying young voices and diverse East German experiences.

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Your Blind Date with Politics – Less Small Talk, More Listening!

Haven’t found a match yet while swiping and scrolling? How about an old-fashioned blind date? This could be your first political blind date! Three politicians and one issue that affects us all. Maybe just listening is a good place to start to get the conversation going again. And who knows—maybe you’ll even find a match!

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𝕶𝖆𝖋𝖋𝖊𝖊𝖘𝖆𝖈𝖍𝖘𝖊𝖓

Saxon everyday aesthetics at its finest. As a native of Kaffeesachsen, this is a must-attend event for me. Nothing beats a hot cup of coffee and a nice slice of cake. Afterward, I’m ready to dive back into the hustle and bustle of the festival.

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Kosmos Connection Yoga Circle by Shantima Yoga

As a longtime yoga enthusiast, I wouldn't miss this event for anything. Whether you're a yoga pro or have never even rolled out a mat before: This is the perfect place to take a deep breath and unwind.

Young Voices Rave

The city needs more DJs! Want to give newcomers a stage for awesome sets? Absolutely! If you want to know who’s going to be the next big thing, you’ve come to the right place.

Everything except “Wind of Change”

Music as a Time Machine: The songs of our lives tell stories—both personal and collective. Amid memories and emotions, music history comes to life here. In any case, I’d like to hear “Fahr mit mir (4x4)” by Kraftklub x Tokio Hotel. At the very least, these bands represent my youth growing up in East Germany.