kujawsko-pomorskie newsletter. no. 3 · june 2010

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Eastern Partnership

The Eastern Partnership is the first Polish initiative incorporated into the system of the European Union’s external relations. It was approved by the European Council at its meeting on the 19th–20th of March 2009. The EaP is addressed to Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, Moldova and Ukraine and designed to facilitate the achievement of one of the key goals of Polish foreign policy, the approximation and integration of East European countries with the European Union.

Kujawsko-Pomorskie Region is the only region in our country that can boast a fruitful co-operation with the Byelorussian local authorities. The co-operation with the Mohylew Circuit

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and Kujawsko-Pomorskie region

Tofifest

Fête de la Musique

Stained glass

The Tuchola Forest

Golub-Dobrzyń castle

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was officially initiated on the 6th of December 2005 and ever since many events with the participation of our Byelorussian neighbours, have been organized. On the 5th of November 2009 the delegation of Byelorussian investors and entrepreneurs took part in the Economic Roundtable, which was discussing the possibilities for the Polish investors in Byelorussia. Every year there is some Polish–Byelorussian cultural event and the groups of Byelorussian students visit our region regularly. Recently the governor of Mohylew Circuit Viktar Nekrashevich, his adviser Roman Brodov and Viktar Stsiapanau participated in the conference “Regions for Economic Change”, organized by the European Commission on the 20th and the 21st of May. They also visited the Regional Representation of Kujawsko-Pomorskie in Brussels. The guests were interested in the European regional policy in the times of crisis and the way the regional representations are functioning. The next project of our region, in which we would like to involve the Byelorussian guest is the 5th anniversary of the Regional Representation in Brussels in October 2010, when maestro Oikawa will be playing with the Byelorussian pianist.

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Tofifest

photo by Tytus Szabelski

Wayward and controversial cinema dominates the eighth , which takes place from

June 26th to July 2nd in Toruń. The festival was oficially opened with the film “Persecution” – the latest work of Patrice Chéreau, the winner of Caesar’s Award and prizes in Cannes and Berlin. Surprising film with an unconventional form, devoid of beginning and end, like a photo album, tells the story of a mysterious, unrequited love, taking place in the urban area of Paris.

Stars of this year edition of Tofifest include , star of the contemporary art world, the Iranian director who won the Silver Lion at the Venice Film Festival and

, winner of the Berlinale Silver Bear, known for her roles in such films as “The Edukators” by Hans Weingartner

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Shirin Neshat

Julia Jentsch

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“Because everyonehas a rebel inside”

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and “Sophie Scholl – The Final Days” directed by Marc Rothemund. Toruń’s Film Festival is divided into several sections, the most important of them is

. Films which are presented there are selected through regular recruitment and selection at major international film festivals, including in Rotterdam, Berlin, Cannes and Venice. Other important sections of the festival include featuring more than 25 best short films from around the world and series , depicting the most important artists of world’s cinema. The festival is accompanied by a rebellious film music concert , presenting famous songs from rebellious Polish films. The festival presents film works that undertake the difficult social and political topics and hosts independent, unconventional, breaking-stereotypes and “going upstream” authors.

ON AIR. International Competition

SHORTCUT. Short Film Competition

Masters

“Go Upstream”


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photo by Ernest W

ińczyk

Fête de la Musique

On the first day of summer, June 21st, Toruń as three hundred other cities in the world was surrounded by

. Professional and amateur artists have mastered the public space, playing concerts open to the public.

A variety of musical sounds could be heard in music points including the amphitheater of Baj Pomorski Theatre, the ruins of the Teutonic Castle, Toruń’s clubs: Art Cafe, Cellar at Angel, Bistro Torre. Toruń’s bugle-call rang out from the balcony of Artus Court Cultural Centre.

The idea of a mass demonstration of the music, encouraging performers to spontaneous performances on the streets of the city, is not only close to the hearts of citizens of Toruń. This year celebration of music in

music fever

more than 40

was joined by other cities

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The Fête de laMusique in Toruń

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the Kujawsko-Pomorskie Region. Musical concerts sounded in Kuyavian Cultural Center in and in the Fr. Dr. Władysław Łęga Museum in .

The originator of the Feast of Music was a French composer of Polish origin, . The event was later popularized by Maurice Fleuret and Jack Lang, French minister of culture. The event, which premiered in 1982 on the Seine, today is a major, international art event, celebrated in more than

. Every year on June 21st music institutions, orchestras, operas, musical theaters, music schools, clubs and cafes organize a string of public concerts, during which the audience can listen to the variety of sounds and styles such as classical music, rock, folk, poetry or electronic music.

As part of this year’s Toruń edition numerous concerts took place, as well as percussion workshops by Hati, a well-known musical group.

InowrocławGrudziądz

Marcel Landowski

three hundred cities, a hundred countries and on five continents


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Stained glass

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ewandow

ski

What fascinated you in the form of stained glass from the Middle Ages, a technique on the border of art and metaphysics? Does this kind of art works in modern world and finds its audience — yet it seems that we live in an era in which spirituality and religion no longer play such a role, as it was in the past…The development of architecture and construction, both sacred and secular, continues to cause rapid development of all types of glazing. What most captivates us in the stained glass is the mystery of light, its vagueness, creating mystery in space of ancient cathedrals. Such light also creates an unique, metaphysical atmosphere in modern, abstract compositions. Therefore, stained glass, as an art form, is still

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Art studio of

glass. An interview with

Władysław & Wojciech Kozioł

stained

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fascinating, still in, regardless of trends, directions and various artistic ways.

In our studio, located in a historic building in Toruń, are created hundreds of figurative and abstract stained glasses. We also deal with easel painting and ceramics. Our works are being presented in Czech Republic, Slovakia, Latvia, Lithuania, Russia, Germany, Canada, and the United States.

Our studio is a meeting place of intellectual and artistic elite. We welcome artists, professors, clergy, actors, musicians, lawyers, journalists, ambassadors… As in the saying of a prominent American art historian, George Riabov: “studio is a distinguished panel meeting of minds and original artists”.

Almost all my life I devoted to the art of stained glass and

What kinds of stained glass are created in your studio?

Your art studio plays the role of art saloon in Toruń. What kind of guests are visiting you?

What characterizes special glass that was patented by Mr. Władysław Kozioł?


painting. So I was able to discover new technologies and the formulation of glass and its “bubbling”. The structure of this glass cleaves light and fills the interior with soft, diffused light.

Fasing technique reveals for creator new, unlimited ways of composing images, and is an innovative way to use the structure of glass, gives a special artistic effect. It provides a clean composition, unlimited lead contours, characterized by a certain, undefined, colorful glow, impossible to obtain in stained glass made in traditional way.

Our biggest and most ambitious aim is to create art glass factory in Toruń, which project was developed jointly with the Academy of Mining and Metallurgy in Cracow and the reactivation of art gallery. We also work on technology in the production of red glass, with unique artistic values, particularly sought after by artists–stained glass makers.

What is the fusing method used by Mr. Wojciech? What grasp you in it?

What are the development plans for the studio?

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The knightstournament in

Poland? Why not?

The Middle Age castle in Golub-Dobrzyń, constructed in the 13th century by Teutonic Knights and later rebuilt by its owners in the Renaissance fashion, is famous for its charm and beauty not only in Poland but in the whole of Europe.

In 1977 the first knights tournament was organized here by castle governor Zygmunt Kwiatkowski and soon it became a well-known event, attracting every year many tourists. Horse teams from Poland and from abroad enter the competition list. At the historical courtyard struggle the warriors on foot.

The annual tournament evoked the interests in Middle Ages and initiated the birth of the organization of people interested


in the history of the Polish knighthood. They meet every year during the tournament.

This year, between 9th and 11th of July we celebrate the, when Poland

and Lithuania triumphed over the Teutonic Knights. Golub-Dobrzyń castle prepared an interesting program to commemorate this event. This year tournament, in which will compete knights from the International Jousting League, will begin with staging the scenes from the

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More information you can findon: www.zamekgolub.pl.

600th anniversary of the Grunwald battle

famous battle between the Polish-Lithuanian alliance and the Teutonic Knights


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The Tuchola Forestfor active tourists

Nature, activity, good company and great entertainment constitute a proven recipe for a successful tour.

creates great conditions for many sports and active tourism. Its main natural health are rivers. They create diverse water routes, large ponds, picturesque valleys and green corridors where you can actively spend time.

Brda and Wda have for canoe lovers. The proximity of wild nature, picturesque bays and slopes and thick forests attract lovers of active rest with nature from Poland and abroad. Tourist will find there many camping places and several water ports where you can stop, set up a tent and rent water equipment.

The most famous is the section of Brda called “Small Hell”.

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excellent conditions


It owns its name to many obstacles and stones being significant challenge even to experienced canoe lovers. Wda is much calmer. Therefore it is more suitable for

.

For water lovers and sailors who adore water bodies, islands and bays, the great place will be Zalew Koronowski near Bydgoszcz.

The vast Tuchola Forest and landscape parks create for going on several-day biking trips. Many green

areas are conducive to Nordic Walking and riding. Riding is offered in many agro tourist farms.

family canoeing

unforeseeable

perfect conditions


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Municipal Institution of Culture Toruń 2016ul. Pod Krzywą Wieżą 1, 87-100 Toruń, Polandphone: +48 56 621 0 333fax: +48 56 651 02 37e-mail: [email protected]

Information Office of Kujawsko-Pomorskie RegionAvenue de Tervuren 84, 1040 Brussels, Belgiumphone: +32 2 734 12 17fax: +32 2 734 29 96e-mail: [email protected]

kujawsko-pomorskie newsletter. no. 3 · june 2010

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european council

european commission

byelorussian pianist

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byelorussian guest

byelorussian local authorities

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