Our English magazine presents various topics regarding the local German culture as well as events in the Herzogenaurach area.
It will be of interest to expats to learn about their local community and customs and to our German viewers, as they have the opportunity to listen to native speakers from various countries.
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Healthy cooking - Mai 2023
Looking for some quick and nutritious recipes? For years our guest Lotta Valdmaa has been championing a healthy lifestyle and has some easy options for us. |
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HI meets American author Laura Rueckert - April 2023
We celebrate April 23rd's World Book Day with an interview with young adult fiction writer Laura Rueckert. |
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CO2 Challenge - März 2023
With its 14 daily challenges, the CO2 Challenge project shows us that not all changes have to be drastic. There are small steps that we can take to reduce our carbon footprint. The Gymnasium Herzogenaurach is also doing its bit with a clothes swapping event for its students. |
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Meeting the Karnevalsclub Herzogenaurach - Februar 2023
We joined the Karnevalsclub during their rehearsals and their first night performance of this year's Karnival extravaganza. |
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Zonta says NO - Januar 2023
We interview Herzogenaurach's current president Karin Hesse about the 'Zonta says NO' campaign. |
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The New Year's Speech of the Mayor - Dezember 2022
In his annual New Year's Speech Dr. German Hacker looks back at the major projects of the past year and informs the residents of Herzogenaurach about the plans for 2023. |
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Germany's Fachwerkstraße - Dezember 2022
Each time you take a stroll around Herzogenaurach’s town centre, you’re on Germany’s Fachwerkstrasse - but what exactly are you walking along? We find out all you need to know in this month's report. |
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Energy and the Environment - November 2022
We discuss Herzogenaurach's energy usage with Dr. German Hacker. We also visit the Gymnasium for an interesting environmental project that could have a big impact on the school. |
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Perspective is Life - Oktober 2022
In this their second exhibition at the Kunstraum, the artists Lana Karim and Shaho Penjwen share their hopes and dreams for the future. Join us as we take a closer look at the art as well as the artists themselves. |
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September in Herzogenaurach - September 2022
We've taken a look at what's on offer in Herzogenaurach throughout September. It's a month full of events for all the family. |
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60 Years of Herzogenaurach's Airfield - August 2022
We fly back in time to learn about the origins of our airfield and what keeps this busy little corner of Herzo propelling forwards. |
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Young Achievers #3: Subin Ko - Juli 2022
Su Bin has come a long way since her first day here in an unfamiliar country, aided in part by her love for music. Now fluent in German, she moves seamlessly between the two cultures - German and South Korean - that have been a part of her life for the past 10 years. |
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Children helping others - Juni 2022
Special fundraising activities from the young children of Villa Herzolino and Herzogenaurach's Middle School |
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Young Achievers #2: Gabriella and her Goals - Mai 2022
Nothing stops this young Canadian from running her life! Along her way she has established herself into the heart and hearts of her community through a shared passion for Germany’s favourite sport... soccer. |
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Star Wars Exhibition at the Museum - April 2022
The city museum welcomes spring with a Sci-fi exhibition and a fun event. HI celebrates its 10th anniversary with a look back at a seasonal report from 2016. |
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Young Achievers #1 - Author and poet Priyankha Kamalakannan - März 2022
For decades Herzogenaurach has been home to people from all over the world. Priyankha, Gabriella and Su Bin are three young expats who are growing up here and are part of the vibrant fabric of this cosmopolitan community. Learn about their lives, challenges and what they are passionate about. |
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Herzo's Market - Past, Present and Future - Februar 2022
For our February report we've delved into the history of Herzogenaurach's Farmers market and bring you up to date with the current debate on its future. |
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Food for Thought - Januar 2022
Implementing healthy choices in our diet is a common New Year’s Resolution. But, the P-Seminar students at Herzogenaurach’s Gymnasium take us to a new level to motivate us to stay with it. |
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The New Year's Speech of the Mayor - Dezember 2021
In his annual New Year's Speech Dr. German Hacker looks back at the major projects of the past year and informs the residents of Herzogenaurach about the plans for 2022. |
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Season’s Greetings from the International team - Dezember 2021
We're bringing you seasonal cheer with musical notes from Herzogenaurach's youth choirs and the music school. Find out about the pop-up store in Hauptstraße - the perfect place for your Christmas shopping. |
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Eating Out - November 2021
For nearly two years Covid has been wreaking havoc with our lives and livelihoods. Some of us have been relatively lucky, while others have had a really tough time. But when the going gets tough, the tough get going. Meet two entrepreneurs in the hard-hit gastronomy sector who took the plunge this year despite all the challenges. |
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Stories from Herzogenaurach - Oktober 2021
We take a dive into the book of ‘Stories from Herzogenaurach‘, and find out what translator Julie Kähler enjoyed most about working on the project. |
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Fair Trade and Cultural Highlights - September 2021
In our first report this month we give you an update of the Fair-Trade scene in Herzogenaurach. Save the date for "hin and herzo" (Sept. 24th-26th), if you are looking for "Happiness". |
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Shooting and Archery in Herzogenaurach - August 2021
The Schützengilde started out centuries ago as a guild for the defenders of our town. Over time its mission completely changed and it now promotes shooting as a sport. Despite all the changes, one thing remains the same - the love for shooting. |
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Sustainability and Herzogenaurach - a review of the basics - Juli 2021
Ille Prockl-Pfeiffer, advocate for a fair Herzo, and Heike Schaefter, creator of an upcycling business "Your Tube" present their views on today's stand of sustainability. |
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Music School - Juni 2021
The music school in Herzogenaurach is currently accepting registrations for the school year that starts in September 2021. From the ever-popular piano, violin and guitar to exotic instruments like the zither and ocarina, there's a lot to choose from. - The environment is at the forefront of our minds and we often wonder what difference we can make locally. Well, here’s a tree planting initiative that we can all get involved with. |
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Cycling for Better Air - Mai 2021
An initiative to get you and your bikes in shape and...join the Stadtradeln Event May 8-28. |
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2. Ausgabe - April 2021
There have been so many up and downs and changes on the pandemic front recently that sometimes it is difficult to keep track of them all. We take a look at two very specific topics - vaccination & testing. We've also got some ideas to help you enjoy the beautiful spring weather safely. Download the running app and join the charity run for Herzogenaurach's partner town in Burkina Faso |
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Life in the Time of a Pandemic - April 2021
There have been so many up and downs and changes on the pandemic front recently that sometimes it is difficult to keep track of them all. We take a look at two very specific topics - vaccination & testing. We've also got some ideas to help you enjoy the beautiful spring weather safely. |
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Brewing through time - from the community brew house to Bierfabrik Hoehn - März 2021
Join us on a journey through the history of beer making, from Herzogenaurach's first registered brewers through to the town's newest brewer: Mathias Hoehn |
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Moving online during lockdown - Februar 2021
Betty Reyes discusses adapting to lockdown and helps us relax with a two minute breathing technique. We also look at herzoMARKT, Herzo's new online shopping platform. |
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Two people whose special interests have led to interesting lifestyles and careers - Januar 2021
Urban Spaces in India: A look at modern-day India with all its contradictions, through the lens of Florian Lang, a photographer from Herzogenaurach who lives and works in Delhi. Lotta Larsson Valdmaa tells us about her inspiring lifestyle-change after finding a better balance through food, exercise and a positive outlook. |
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The New Year's Speech of the Mayor - Dezember 2020
Dr. German Hacker invites the residents of Herzogenaurach to take a look back at the past year and also ahead to what we can expect in the year 2021. |
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International Cooking: Franconian cuisine - Dezember 2020
Schäufele with Klöße and Sauerkraut - what could be more Franconian than that! Our guest Martin Paulus guides us through the various steps and makes it all look so easy. - Seasonal news from Herzobusinesses |
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Shopping in Herzogenaurach - November 2020
We’ve been out and about for this month’s report meeting a few local retailers, and have discovered that we have a great variation of goods, services and expert knowledge available for us right here in Herzogenaurach. |
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Leisuretime highlights from summer and autumn - Oktober 2020
We have been looking back over the culture & leisure highlights enjoyed this summer in Herzogenaurach. And we’ve visited locations where we can enjoy covid-safe leisure time right now. |
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Activities for all ages - September 2020
Join us on a visit to TC66, Herzogenaurach’s tennis club, and meet members of all ages enjoying the activities and facilities. We have also been in town this month enjoying the revamped riverside walkway with its improved seating areas and fitness equipment. |
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Herzogenaurach's Fortifications - August 2020
Have you ever wondered how the residents of Herzogenaurach protected themselves from military conquests in medieval times? Or about the history behind some of the centuries-old structures dotted about the old town? All it takes is a short walk about the old town to uncover a host of interesting answers. |
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Heinz Czellnik - Stork Watcher - Juli 2020
The man behind a decade long chronicle about Herzogenauch‘s Storks |
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Juni 2020
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What is our new normal with Covid 19? - Mai 2020
As more shops once again open their doors for us, we are far from being back to normal. What does this new reality mean for us in Herzogenaurach. Can we expect our much loved swimming pools or festivals to be open this summer? "Herzogenaurach packt an" - a fundraising initiative to improve the situation in the refugee camps on tne Greek islands |
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Can we live without plastic? - April 2020
In this report we meet up with a group of environmentalists who, together with the Jugendhaus Rabatz, organized the project "Good-bye Plastic" and showed up possible ways to reduce the use of plastic. |
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März 2020 Episode 2
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What you need to know about local elections - März 2020
We take a look at German politics and meet some of the candidates - in preparation for voting in the upcoming local elections. |
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English Language Content at the Public Library - Februar 2020
For some years, the public library in Herzogenaurach has been upgrading its collection of English books and other media. From books to DVDs to games as well as events for children and adults - there is now a lot on offer for all age groups. |
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Tafel, a banquet table for all - Januar 2020
The food bank organisation Tafel has a dedicated team of volunteers who help to ensure that people in need have food on their table. We meet the people leading the team in Herzogenaurach. |
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The New Year's Speech of the Mayor - Dezember 2019
In his annual New Year's speech Dr. German Hacker looks back at the major projects of the past year and informs the residents of Herzogenaurach about the plans for 2020. |
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International Cooking: Serbian Christmas Specialities - Dezember 2019
Food, family and fun are at the heart of Christmas celebrations in Serbia. Our guest Tatjana Radosavljevic shares two traditional recipes that conjure up happy memories of this festive season. |
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November 2019
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Diwali, the festival of lights - Oktober 2019
It's that time of the year again! Diwali, the most popular Hindu festival, is just around the corner. We take a journey around India with dance, and learn about this festival. |
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Recreational Beekeeping in Herzogenaurach - September 2019
Every tiny effort in nature conservation is a valuable addition to our environment. In this report we will meet a group of nature loving people and learn about their passion in beekeeping. |
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August 2019
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International Cooking: Ratatouille - the Mediterranean Classic - Juli 2019
Our guest from Southern France presents her favourite vegetable dish, based on a recipe from her grandmother. |
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Bilingual Schools Initiative in Bavaria - Juni 2019
The 4-year trial period for the Bilingual Elementary Schools initiative throughout Bavaria is coming to an end. We visited the Cunz-Reyther-Grundschule in Niederndorf to learn about their experience teaching English right from the first grade and their plans for the future. |
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Upcycling and Urban Gardening - Mai 2019
Looking for some inspiration for your next project? The Gymnasium has some interesting ideas to transform junk into something better as well as an initiative to grow herbs and vegetables on a very small scale. Give it a shot! You won’t be disappointed |
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April 2019
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Chess Club Herzogenaurach - März 2019
The oldest game in the world has a number of passionate fans right here in Herzogenaurach. What better way to unwind on a Friday evening than a casual or stimulating game of chess with an interesting group of people. |
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Februar 2019
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Bilingual Concert at the Elementary School in Niederndorf - Januar 2019
Learning a language doesn't have to be all work. The students of the Elementary School in Niederndorf had a blast while brushing up on their English. |
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New Year's Address from the Mayor - Dezember 2018
In his annual New Year's message Dr. German Hacker looks back at the major projects of the past year and informs the residents of Herzogenaurach about the plans for 2019. |
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International Cooking - Chinese Rice Balls in Sweet Ginger Soup - Dezember 2018
Our guest from Taiwan presents a delicious, yet easy to make Chinese snack not to be missed in this festive season. |
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Warding off the Winter Blues - November 2018
Embrace nature and exercise to get you through the winter |
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The Herzo Rhinos! - Oktober 2018
American Football in Herzo |
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Chinese Brush Painting - September 2018
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Alexandrina Fridericiana Navis - a Roman Craft - August 2018
Discover the story of a replica Roman ship built in Erlangen that you might get the chance to experience for yourself |
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City Tour Guides - Juli 2018
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From the Fränkisches Freilandmuseum in Bad Windsheim to three local beer gardens - Juni 2018
From the Fränkisches Freilandmuseum in Bad Windsheim to three local beer gardens…….. we share with you places where you can experience the beauty of Franconia in our own backyard. |
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Der Bratwurstgipfel - Mai 2018
The Bratwurst culture in Franconia is flourishing. From the original Nuremberg "Rostbratwurst" to the creative specialties offered at the annual Frankische Bratwurstgipfel in Pegnitz, you will be tempted! |
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Dr. Seuss Day at the Elementary School in Niederndorf - April 2018
Who knew reading could be so much fun? Dr. Seuss did! A group of children took his advice to heart and “had lots of fun that is funny.” |
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Neville Tranter and his Stuffed Puppets - März 2018
Babylon - a thought-provoking original “Stuffed Puppet” theater presented by Neville Tranter |
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Flowers of India - Januar 2017
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Celebrate the Yuletide season - Dezember 2017
Celebrate the Yuletide season - December 2017 Advent and Christmas traditions that bring out the true spirit of the season |
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A November weekend filled with traditional German events - November 2017
Mid November annual events in the historic center of town: Martinmas Fair, Saint Martin's lantern procession and the start of the Fifth Season. |
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International Cooking - Yorkshire Pudding and Trifle - Oktober 2017
Nina Byrne and her son Nyall prepare two traditional English dishes:the savoury side-dish Yorkshire Pudding and the sweet dessert Trifle |
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Exploring the Botanical Gardens in Erlangen - September 2017
If you are prepared to explore there is plenty to discover at the Botanical Gardens in Erlangen. You can experience the complexity and beauty of plants from around the world throughout the entire year. |
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August 2017
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Krippenfreunde Herzogenaurach - Juli 2017
Krippenfreunde Herzogenaurach e.V.- a nativity verein that is active throughout the entire year |
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Juni 2017
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45th anniversary of the 'Städtische Musikschule Herzogenaurach' - Mai 2017
The Herzogenaurach music school is celebrating its 45th anniversary with a variety of concerts throughout the year. We try to give you an insight into the work, courses and ensembles of the Städtische Muskischule. |
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Light dishes from Armenia - April 2017
International Cooking - Light dishes from Armenia, presented by 3 cooks from 3 generations |
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Canine Rehabilitation - März 2017
Canine Rehabilitation: The Dogs & Water Physiotherapy practice in Aurachtal-Falkendorf |
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The three traditional family bakeries in Herzogenaurach - Februar 2016
Bread is a necessity in the daily life of a German. We are fortunate to have three traditional family bakeries in Herzogenaurach. We go behind the scenes to learn what makes each of these bakeries special. |
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New Year's Address from the Mayor - Dezember 2016
Over the past year there have been many changes around town and new ideas for the future of Herzogenaurach. Dr. German Hacker reads his annual State-of-the-City address. |
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Dezember 2016
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November 2016
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Oktober 2016
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September 2016
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August 2016
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Juli 2016
Experience the history of Franconia at the Fränkisches Freilandmuseum in Bad Windsheim |
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Juni 2016
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Mai 2016
Bücher, Medien & mehr: World Book Day and so much more ... |
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April 2016
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März 2016
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Februar 2016
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Januar 2016
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Dezember 2015
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November 2015
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Oktober 2015
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September 2015
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August 2015
Twenty years of change - foreign influences from the 1950s to the 1970s |
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Juli 2015
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Juni 2015
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Mai 2015
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April 2015
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März 2015
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Februar 2015
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Januar 2015
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Dezember 2014
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November 2014
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Oktober 2014
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September 2014
"It is normal to be different" - the Lebenshilfe Erlangen-Höchstadt |
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August 2014
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Juli 2014
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Juni 2014
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Fair Trade Town Herzogenaurach - Mai 2014
In March 2013 Herzogenaurach was awarded the label Fair Trade Town. This label is not only an award but also an obligation to raise the public's awareness and interest in this important issue. |
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Cultivating White Asparagus around Herzogenaurach - April 2014
In this report from 2007 we accompany a farmer from Kairlindach through the stages of cultivating, harvesting, selling and preparing "Spargel" - the queen of German vegetables. |
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März 2014
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Februar 2014
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Januar 2014
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Christmas Special - Dezember 2013
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Dezember 2013
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November 2013
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Oktober 2013
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September 2013
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August 2013
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Juli 2013
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Juni 2013
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Mai 2013
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April 2013
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End of the Carp Season - März 2013
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Carnival - Februar 2013
What do people celebrate in Herzogenaurach - Fasching or Carnival? |
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Januar 2013
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Dezember 2012
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November 2012
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Oktober 2012
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September 2012: International exchanges
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August 2012
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Juli 2012
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Juni 2012
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Mai 2012
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April 2012
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