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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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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We joined the Karnevalsclub during their rehearsals and their first night performance of this year's Karnival extravaganza. |
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We interview Herzogenaurach's current president Karin Hesse about the 'Zonta says NO' campaign. |
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Special fundraising activities from the young children of Villa Herzolino and Herzogenaurach's Middle School |
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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An initiative to get you and your bikes in shape and...join the Stadtradeln Event May 8-28. |
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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The man behind a decade long chronicle about Herzogenauch‘s Storks |
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Our guest from Southern France presents her favourite vegetable dish, based on a recipe from her grandmother. |
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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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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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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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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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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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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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Embrace nature and exercise to get you through the winter |
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American Football in Herzo |
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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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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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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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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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Babylon - a thought-provoking original “Stuffed Puppet” theater presented by Neville Tranter |
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Celebrate the Yuletide season - December 2017 Advent and Christmas traditions that bring out the true spirit of the season |
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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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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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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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Krippenfreunde Herzogenaurach e.V.- a nativity verein that is active throughout the entire year |
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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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International Cooking - Light dishes from Armenia, presented by 3 cooks from 3 generations |
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Canine Rehabilitation: The Dogs & Water Physiotherapy practice in Aurachtal-Falkendorf |
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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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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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Experience the history of Franconia at the Fränkisches Freilandmuseum in Bad Windsheim |
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Bücher, Medien & mehr: World Book Day and so much more ... |
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Twenty years of change - foreign influences from the 1950s to the 1970s |
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"It is normal to be different" - the Lebenshilfe Erlangen-Höchstadt |
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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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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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What do people celebrate in Herzogenaurach - Fasching or Carnival? |
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