November 2009

With a dog in fog

Photo of the week: With a dog in fog

November 26, 2009

I just discovered a gallery of wonderfully talented 18 y.o. photographer Helena Brunnerová.

Midi Lidi

Midi Lidi to set bogeymen free at Fléda

November 25, 2009

Midi Lidi will be supported by Kamp! (PL), Ventolin and G.H.C.

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Dance party “Apokalypsa 10 Years Anniversary” will set the Exhibition Ground on fire

November 18, 2009

This Friday, you can enjoy 15+ hours of dance music played by famous DJs at the Exhibition Ground.

International student club

Get on Board: Invitation to the International Student Club (guestpost)

November 13, 2009

Have you just recently moved to Brno and do you wonder where to meet new people and join in the social life?

Grapes of wine

St. Martin’s Wine (“Moravian Beaujolais nouveau”) arrives on Wednesday

November 10, 2009

This year, 211 wines were good enough to receive the exclusive mark “Svatomartinské víno”.

A tree

Choose the Christmas tree for the central square

November 10, 2009

The council lets people choose the Christmas tree that will be erected and lit at Náměstí svobody sq.

Jan Skácel

Jan Skácel, the greatest bard of Moravia, died 20 years ago

November 7, 2009

Skácel’s work was influenced by south Moravian traditions and nature as well as by minimalist Chinese poetry.

Rudy Linka

Rudy Linka, Rich Huntley and Dan Fabricatore will jazz up Alterna club

November 6, 2009

The legendary jazz guitarist Rudy Linka will perform with his trio in Alterna club on Sunday, November 8, from 8:00 p.m.

Husovice

Neighborhood guide: Husovice

November 4, 2009

Do you like reading Kerouac while smoking cigarettes at rusty old balconies? Move to Husovice today.

Charity shop

Leave things you don’t need anymore at charity shops, support Brno

November 3, 2009

Your clothes, books, toys or dishes will be sold to new owners and the money will support welfare services in Brno.

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Accommodation with the best value for money in the town, recommended by Brno Now readers:

For backpackers: Hostel Mitte

Hostel Mitte

  • Located in the historical centre, 5 minutes from main station
  • New and clean hostel (est. 2011) in a cool medieval building, free Wi-Fi and a tiny café serving excellent coffee
  • Beds from €20
  • Alternatives: Hostel Fléda, Iberica

The convenient choice: VV Hotel

Hotel VV

  • Well rated by families with young children
  • Sauna, whirlpool and free parking
  • In walking distance (300 m) to main station, Petrov cathedral and the historical centre
  • Next to the largest downtown shopping mall, Vaňkovka
  • Single room: €49, double room: €64
  • Alternatives: U Šuláka, Pension na Dvořákově

The luxurious choice: Barceló (a.k.a. Comsa Palace)

Hotel Barceló

  • Beautifully restored historical building
  • Right next to the catedral & town's nicest park
  • In walking distance to the best restaurants, cafés, galleries and sightseeings
  • Single bed: €96+, double room: €209+
  • Alternatives: International, Royal Ricc, Hotel Cyro, Grandhotel

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