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'Managers’ Ball', InterContinental Budapest, 11 February

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 09:04:00 GMT

"The Hungarian Managers’s Association invites Xpats to what's described as the most eagerly awaited and momentous business ball of the year. The event will start at 7pm and will go on until the early hours. The location will be the beautifully refurbished grand ball room of InterContinental Budapest Hotel, where the breathtaking panorama will provide the background to the occasion. The prestigious ’Manager of the Year 2011’ and ’Young Manager of the Year’ awards will be presented at the event.

Organ Duel, National Concert Hall Budapest, 10 February

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 09:00:00 GMT

"Appearing in the third “showdown” of a highly successful series of duels, Bálint Karosi needs no introduction to audiences already familiar with the organist and composer's previous appearances at the Palace of Arts. Organist to the First Lutheran Church in Boston, Karosi is the winner of the 2008 Bach Competition in Leipzig and holder of the Junior Prima Prize.

Invitation: Exhibition By Father Of Hungarian Impressionism

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 12:45:00 GMT

"In public consciousness, Károly Ferenczy's name has been closely associated with the Nagybánya artists' colony (presently Baia Mare, Romania) ever since the latter was established in 1896. As the father of Hungarian impressionism and post-impressionism, and as an outstanding artist and leading master of the artists' colony, Ferenczy has rightfully been regarded as the founder of modern Hungarian painting.

Invitation: International Women's Club of Budapest GM, 20 February

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 12:40:00 GMT

"The IWC of Budapest invites members and newcomers to the February General Meeting: "Salon Day: A Day of Music and Mind" on Monday 20 February from 10 - 12 am at Budapest Marriott Hotel. Come enjoy classical music and an academic lecture from Dr. Lajos Göőz, professor emeritus, visiting professor of Wolverhampton University.

'Hungarian Busójárás' In Mohács, 16 - 21 February

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 12:35:00 GMT

"Held in Mohács, the 'Busójárás' is a spectacular traditional event that has become a popular attraction in Hungary. It is both a celebration of the end of winter and of the occasion during the Turkish occupation when the villagers put on frightening masks to drive away the invaders. Children go along shaking feather and sawdust filled stockings. A medieval cannon is taken along and a huge fire is lit on the main square at dusk where a straw puppet symbolising winter is burnt.

Overview of 'Le Nozze Di Figaro', Budapest Opera, 9 February

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 09:00:00 GMT

"Figaro - he has given up his barber's shop to become Almaviva's personal servant, and today he is to marry Susanna, Countess Almaviva's chambermaid. The Count has obligingly given them married quarters in the room connecting his bedroom and the Countess'. Everybody in the castle except Figaro knows that the Count, who has grown tired of Rosina, and of pursuing the village girls for that matter, now fancies Susanna.

'Heroes, Kings, Saints, Images & Documents From The History Of Hungary' Exhibiton

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 09:02:00 GMT

"The new exhibition of the Hungarian National Gallery offers a special reading of the images from the history of Hungary. The visitors can review the fateful events and the most famous heroes of the Hungarian history through the lines of the two most popular Hungarian poems: the Hymn (the National Anthem), written by Ferenc Kölcsey, and the Appeal, written by Mihály Vörösmarty.

Cliffyou, Cliffme

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 01:00:00 GMT

"Cliff Dicken von Oetinger, active “rebelrouser” of aSmallWorld and center of gravity for the English speaking community orbiting our lovely Budapest. Don’t know him yet? We bet you will. Some say that Cliffme is not only a new expression, but a new brand associated with quality and style."

The Music of Budapest, Prague And Vienna

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 01:00:00 GMT

"Feb. 25–Mar. 29, the Kennedy Center hosts a festival featuring performances from the National Symphony Orchestra, Washington National Opera, Prague Philharmonia, Christoph Eschenbach with Matthias Goerne, Katona József Theatre, and many others."

'The Birth Of Photography Exhibition', Museum Of Fine Arts Budapest Opens In March

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 09:00:00 GMT

"The period of Pictorialism represents a milestone in the history of photography. The new photographic trend developed almost simultaneously in the 1890s in England, Austria, France and Germany.

Hungarian Far-Right Politician István Csurka And Writer Dies

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 01:00:00 GMT

"Istvan Csurka, a Hungarian anti-Soviet dissident playwright and later far-right nationalist politician who was criticized at home and abroad for his anti-semitic articles, died Saturday at age 77. Csurka's death was announced by his family."

Joint Hungarian-Swedish Stamp Issue In Memory Of Raoul Wallenberg

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 09:00:00 GMT

"Magyar Posta and the Swedish Post are planning a joint stamp issue in May 2012 in honour of the centenary of the birth of Raoul Wallenberg. The joint stamp issue will coincide with the opening of a special thematic exhibition in the Stamp Museum in Budapest entitled “Rescuers”.

Another Super Scottish Supper In Budapest

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 14:06:00 GMT

The 15th 'Big' Burns Supper, held last Saturday at the Corinthia, raised almost HUF 5 million for children’s hospitals in Hungary. This traditional Caledonian event, held annually around the world, recalls the words and deeds of Scotland’s national poet, Robert Burns. Feedback from guest was positive, "This is a great example of how generous the Scots are, it's a top class evening," said Patrick McMenamin to XpatLoop.com as he enjoyed a glass of Scotch at the WhiskyNet.hu tasting table.

John Malkovich To Star At Budapest Spring Festival 2012

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 13:40:00 GMT

"A total of 48 performances will be held at 15 locations at the Budapest Spring Festival during March 16-26, executive director of organiser Budapest Festival Centre Zsófia Vitézy told reporters recently. John Malkovich starring in a play as a serial killer will be the highlight of the festival, Magyar Nemzet observes.

Art Lecture Series, Budapest Museum Of Fine Arts, Starts 14 February

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 13:35:00 GMT

"Everyone is welcome – the lectures are open to all. Attend only a few or the whole series. No need to register in advance. Come when you can! For guests: the cost is HUF 2,500 per lecture. Just buy a ticket at the lobby cashier right before the lecture - ask for a “Docent Program Sculpture Lecture Ticket”. You do not need to pay for entry to the Museum in addition. After the lecture, please feel free to use this ticket to enjoy all the galleries in the permanent collection.

Budapest Painting Class

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 09:00:00 GMT

"Creative painting course from the very basics – practice and theory for beginners and the experienced as well. Come and enjoy the creative experience of painting – learn how to use different techniques: charcoal, oil paint; learn perspective, color mixing and color theory; have some retrospect on art history. Find your preferred medium of expression, your style to represent the world around you.

U.S. Embassy: Active Citizenship Award

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 09:00:00 GMT

"The U.S. Embassy in Hungary has launched an initiative to recognize active citizenship. On January 26, Ambassador Kounalakis presented the first award to the Hungarian Baptist Aid.

Wedding Fair & Expo, Budapest Sportaréna, 28 - 29 January

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 09:00:00 GMT

"The exhibition and fair of weddings, balls and festivals takes place every year in the Budapest Sportaréna. In 2012 the event will be organized on 28-29 January. The end of January is just before the ball season and usually the preparations of weddings. We would like to give our visitors a generic view of the market with the idea behind to give family events and other feasts a higher rank. Our visitors can gauge the market, get a line on the prices and of course they can buy the products too saving time and money.

Gábor Krüzsely Exhibition At Kempinski Budapest, Until 25 March

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 09:00:00 GMT

"Kempinski Hotel Corvinus Budapest cordially invites you to the painting exhibition of Gábor Krüzsely.

Diplomacy & Trade Valentine's Gala, 11 February

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 14:50:00 GMT

The Gala evening will include an entertaining program featuring musical starts, dance, a seated gourmet dinner, raffle, wine and whiskey tastings as well as other surprises.