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AngloINFO Brussels' comprehensive English-language guide to What's On throughout the Brussels region with events, music, sport and more… Tell Brussels about YOUR event! Local Brussels What's On: today Auderghem (website) Theatre & Shows The Pirates of Penzance From: Thursday, November 19, 2009 To: Sunday, November 22, 2009 The Brussels Light Opera Company (BLOC) is proud to present the smash-hit Broadway adaptation of The Pirates of Penzance, the Gilbert and Sullivan classic. At the Auderghem Cultural Centre, Boulevard du Souverain/Vorstlaan 183. Tel: 0484 768 117. Bruxelles-Ville / Stad Brussel (website) Antiques & Bric-à-Brac Jeu de Balle Every day One of the biggest flea markets in Brussels, this is a very popular market that sells antiques and clothing. Also take advantage of the antique dealers and second-hand goods shops in the surroundings, Rue Haute, Rue Blaise and Place du Sablon. It is open daily from 07:00-14:00. Place du Jeu de Balle. Art & Exhibitions From Kyoto to Copenhagen From: Thursday, September 10, 2009 To: Sunday, March 28, 2010 An exhibition exploring the problems associated with climate change. At the Tour & Taxis, Avenue du Port 86. Tel: 02 549 60 49. China At Bozar From: Friday, September 11, 2009 To: Friday, January 29, 2010 An insight into the China of today and the past. At the Palais des Beaux Arts- Bozar, Rue Ravenstein 23. Tel: 02 507 84 44. Brussels Accessible Art Fair From: Friday, November 20, 2009 To: Sunday, November 22, 2009 The Brussels Accessible Art Fair brings together over 30 international artists exhibiting their paintings, sculpture, photography, and prints, all priced between €50-€3000. At the Silken Berlaymont Hotel, 11 Boulevard Charlemagne from 18:00-22:00 on Saturday and 10:00-18:00 on Sunday. Sexties From: Friday, September 25, 2009 To: Sunday, January 03, 2010 An exhibition showcasing four artists who were particularly active during the 1960s and who were influenced by Pop Art in particular. At the Palais des Beaux Arts, Bozar, Rue Ravenstein 23 from 10:00. Tel: 02 507 84 44. Whales & Dolphins From: Wednesday, October 14, 2009 To: Sunday, August 29, 2010 Discover the habitat and diet of whales and dolphins, observing divers interacting with these gentle creatures. At the Muséum des Sciences Naturelles, Rue Vautier 29. Shots of Germany From: Friday, November 13, 2009 To: Sunday, December 13, 2009 The result of a photography competition to mark the 20th anniversary of the wall of the Berlin wall. At the BIP, Rue Royale 2-4. Open every day from 10:00-18:00. Free entry. Architecture as Resistance From: Sunday, October 18, 2009 To: Sunday, January 24, 2010 An exhibition showcasing Chinese architecture. At the Palais des Beaux Arts- Bozar, Rue Ravenstein 23. Children's Events Chinese Puppets From: Wednesday, October 28, 2009 To: Sunday, January 24, 2010 Discover Chinese puppet theatre. At the Palais des Beaux Arts, Bozar, Rue Ravenstein 23 from 10:00. Tel: 02 507 84 44. Events & Festivals Moussem Festival From: Thursday, November 19, 2009 To: Sunday, November 22, 2009 Artists from the Maghreb and the Arab world perform at the Centre for Fine Arts, Rue Ravenstein. Chinese Tea House From: Thursday, September 17, 2009 To: Sunday, February 14, 2010 Discover Chinese culture with traditional tea ceremonies and Chinese gastronomy. At the Maison de Thé Europalia China, Mont des Arts. Tel: 02 540 80 80. Music: Rock, Pop & Country Live DJ Set Every Fri, Sat Live DJ set every Friday and Saturday evening. At the Dominican, Rue Léopold 9. Tel: 02 203 08 08. Social & Community Events Worship Service In English From: Saturday, January 10, 2009 To: Saturday, December 26, 2009 Church service every Saturday in English. At the Seventh-Day Adventist Church from 10:00-13:00. Email: kayumbadavid@yahoo.com. Salsa Lessons From: Tuesday, September 15, 2009 To: Tuesday, December 15, 2009 Beginners salsa lessons each Tuesday and Friday from 19:00-20:00. At the Montecristo Café, Rue Henri Maus 25. Tel: 0484 661 000. Worship Service In English From: Friday, September 04, 2009 To: Wednesday, October 31, 2012 Church service every Saturday in English. At the Seventh-Day Adventist Church from 10:00-13:00. At Rue Ernest Allard 11, 1000 Brussels. Email: kayumbadavid@yahoo.com. Sports Events Wild Turkey Run On: Saturday, November 21, 2009 Run with the Brussels Hash Harriers at 15:00. Starting and ending at the end of Avenue Van Kerm. For further details, Tel: 02 649 6985. Talks & Workshops Bharata Natyam Lessons From: Thursday, June 18, 2009 To: Thursday, December 31, 2009 Lessons in this form of traditional Indian dance. €10 per lesson. At the Palais du Midi, Rue Roger Van Der Weyden 3, each Saturday and Sunday. For further details Tel: 0475 243 865. Evere (website) Food & Drink Events Spices From: Friday, September 18, 2009 To: Tuesday, August 31, 2010 An insight into the history of spices. At the Musée Bruxellois du Moulin et de l'Alimentation, Rue du Moulin à Vent 21. Tel: 02 247 63 44. Ixelles (website) Art & Exhibitions Paintings 2000-2009, a survey From: Saturday, October 10, 2009 To: Saturday, November 28, 2009 An exhibition of paintings by Dennis Geden on display at the Mineta Contemporary art gallery. At Guillaume Macau ave 38, open Wednesday to Satruday from 14:00-18:00. Tel: 02 512 27 26. Children's Events Colour Red Every Sun, Wed, Sat From: Monday, January 01, 2007 To: Saturday, May 01, 2010 The Musée des Enfants puts on a new exhibit for children on the theme of the colour red. There are workshops and activities for all ages. Rue du Bourgmestre 15. Tel: 02 640 01 07. Ali Baba On: Saturday, November 21, 2009 French theatre performance for children aged 6-19. At the Théâtre Marni, Rue de Vergnies 25. Sports Events Yoga Lessons From: Tuesday, September 08, 2009 To: Wednesday, June 30, 2010 Group yoga lessons each Thursday from 19:00-21:00 and Saturday 10:00-12:00 at Rue Volta 18. Tel: 0484 29 14 07. Laeken (website) Expos & Trade Fairs Cocoon From: Saturday, November 14, 2009 To: Sunday, November 22, 2009 Home decoration show. At Brussels Expo, Palais 5, 6, 7, 9 and patio, Avenue Miramar from 11:00-19:00. €10 entry fee. Brussels Innova From: Thursday, November 19, 2009 To: Saturday, November 21, 2009 International innovation, research and new technologies fair. At Brussels Expo, Place de Belgique. Saint-Josse-ten-Noode Art & Exhibitions Marie Sordat From: Thursday, September 24, 2009 To: Sunday, November 22, 2009 An exhibition of photos by Marie Sordat. At the Botanique Gallery, Rue Royale 236 from 12:00-20:00. Controverses From: Thursday, September 24, 2009 To: Sunday, November 22, 2009 An exhibition of controversial photos from the Musée de l'Elysée in Lausanne. At the Botanique Museum, Rue Royale 236 from 12:00-20:00. €5 entry fee. Schaerbeek (website) Art & Exhibitions Discover Arabic Science From: Thursday, October 15, 2009 To: Tuesday, December 15, 2009 Explore the golden era of scientific discovery in the Arab world. At the Hôtel Communal de Schaerbeek, Place Colignon. Free entry. Talks & Workshops Drawing Lessons From: Tuesday, September 15, 2009 To: Saturday, June 19, 2010 Drawing lessons for over 16's. At the Maison des Arts de Schaerbeek, Chaussée de Haecht 147. Tel: 02 735 69 52. St-Gilles (website) Art & Exhibitions Art Exhibition Every Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat From: Thursday, November 05, 2009 To: Sunday, November 29, 2009 An exhibition of impressionist paintings of bathers, inspired from Greek bathers. Galerie Theorema, Rue Berckmans 39, B-1060 Bxl Tel: 02 537 04 54. Open from 11:00-18:00. Tervuren Art & Exhibitions Omo. People & Design From: Monday, July 27, 2009 To: Sunday, January 03, 2010 An exhibit offering one person’s view of the nomadic peoples of the Omo valley and of their relations with their environment. At the Royal Museum for Central Africa, Leuvensesteenweg 13. Ritual Masks From: Friday, April 24, 2009 To: Sunday, January 03, 2010 The exhibition features 180 masks: 100 from the Museum’s world renowned reserves and the remainder on loan from the Musée du quai Branly in Paris. At the Royal Museum for Central Africa, Leuvensesteenweg 13. Uccle (website) Book & Literary Events Book Fair From: Friday, November 20, 2009 To: Sunday, November 22, 2009 Belgian book fair with a series of interviews, debates and signings. At the Centre Culturel d'Uccle, Rue Rouge 47. Children's Events Mandarin Circus School Every Sat From: Saturday, September 12, 2009 To: Saturday, May 22, 2010 Circus workshops each Saturday designed for children aged 3-16. At the Ecole Communale de Calevoet, Rue François Vervloet 10. Musical Awakening From: Wednesday, September 16, 2009 To: Saturday, December 26, 2009 An introduction to music for children aged 3-4. At the Roseraie, Chaussée d'Alsemberg 1299 each Saturday from 10:00-12:00. €10 per session. Tel: 02 376 46 45. Food & Drink Events Wine Tasting Evenings From: Tuesday, September 01, 2009 To: Wednesday, June 30, 2010 Wine tasting sessions at the Endroit Convivial, Chemin de la Truite 5 from 19:45-21:45. Tel: 02 343 8021. €240 for 10 sessions. Theatre & Shows Samuel Pauwels' Circus From: Saturday, October 10, 2009 To: Sunday, January 10, 2010 Circus performers include acrobats, clowns, musicians and snake charmers. At the Plaine du Bourdon, Chausée d'Alsemberg 1100. Watermael-Boitsfort Social & Community Events Seduction Night On: Saturday, November 21, 2009 Singles evening with a hot and cold buffet and musical entertainment. At Le Teatro restaurant, Chaussée de la Hulpe 182, from 20:00. For 25-65 year olds. Woluwe-Saint-Lambert (website) Sports Events Summer Training for FC Irlande Every Sun, Mon, Wed, Sat Pre-season training has begun, every Monday at 19:30 for 2 hours at the British school Tervuren. Training takes place on Astro Turf (a hard synthetic grass surface) and appropriate footwear should be worn. Shower facilities are provided. Venue: British School of Brussels, Leuvensesteenweg 19, Tervuren. Anderlecht (website) Secondhand Market Every Sun, Sat Secondhand goods market, antiques, collections at two locations: Anderlecht slaughterhouse, Rue Ropsy-Chaudron, Saturday and Sunday from 06:00-13:00. Tel: 02 521 54 19. Westland Shopping Center, Sundays from 08:00-13:00. Tel: 0477 83 88 34. Weekday and Weekend Market Every Wed, Fri, Sat Weekly market that sells fruits, vegetables and other food. Wednesdays from 07:00-13:00 Fridays and Saturdays from 07:00-13:00. Place du Conseil. Tel: 02 523 05 33. Weekend Market Every Sun, Fri, Sat Weekend market with vegetables, fruits, textiles, meat, secondhand goods and much more. This covered market welcomes on average 80,000 visitors. Friday to Sunday from 07:00-15:00. Rue Ropsy-Chaudron 24. Tel: 02 521 54 19. Berchem-Sainte-Agathe Secondhand Market Every Sat Antiques, collections, and much more. From 13:00-18:00. Place du Roi Baudouin. Tel: 02 469 06 10. Ixelles (website) Weekday and Weekend Market Every Sun, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat This market takes place on the Etangs d'Ixelles. For food, vegetables, clothes and even flowers. From 07:00-13:00. Place Flagey. Tel: 02 511 90 84. Jette (website) Daily Market Every day This is one of the largest consumer goods markets of Brussels. Daily from 08:00-13:00. Place Reine Astrid. Tel: 02 423 12 90. Koekelberg (website) Secondhand Market Every Sat Secondhand goods market, antiques and collections. Every 2nd Saturday of the month from 07:00-16:00. Place Simonis. Tel: 02 538 56 49. Waterloo (website) 2009 Holiday Bazaar From: Saturday, November 21, 2009 To: Sunday, November 22, 2009 The 44th annual holiday bazaar and charity tombola organised by the American women's club of Brussels. At St John’s International School, 146 Dreve Richelle from 10:00. Tel: 02 358 47 53. Woluwe-Saint-Lambert (website) Weekend Market Every Sat This market sells mainly food products. Saturdays from 08:00-13:00. Place Saint-Lambert. |
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