Stadt Essen in the news

Folkwang Musikschule in Essen is offering two new acting courses for adults, focusing on improvisation and text work, with no prior experience needed.

Oberbürgermeister Thomas Kufen visited an event in Essen-Altenessen promoting oral health and hygiene to over 400 visitors of all ages.

The municipal family center BrassertstraÓe in Essen is hosting an open day for parents seeking daycare spots in Essen-Rüttenscheid on October 2nd.

Mayor Julia Jacob attended the "Women Connect" event at Euro Defence Expo in Essen to promote the visibility and inclusion of women in the security and defense industry.

Essen's reputation of its city districts, polarized by a 'social equator', is often based on historical factors and stereotypes rather than current statistics.

The Essen Light Festival is preparing to launch on October 2nd, featuring various light installations and projections across 13 locations with international artists.

The 11th Essen Light Festival, featuring international light artists, is currently being set up for its October 2-11 run.

The city of Essen inaugurated a new municipal daycare center in Frillendorf, providing 77 childcare spots with a focus on STEM education, physical activity, and fresh meals.

The city of Essen expressed disappointment after its #KölnRheinRuhr bid to host the Olympic and Paralympic Games was not selected by the German Olympic Sports Confederation, but affirmed its continued readiness for major events.

The 25th German Energy Law Day in Essen brought together experts to discuss the future of energy transition, highlighting the city's importance in the energy sector.

The Essen public order office will conduct numerous speed checks across various streets from September 28th to October 1st to enhance traffic safety.

The Essen public order office announced extensive speed camera checks across the city for the upcoming week to enhance traffic safety and prevent serious accidents.

On German Unity Day, only one swimming pool in Essen will be open, and sports facilities will have restricted access for pre-approved events.

Essen is constructing a new rescue station in Werden to improve emergency response times and replace outdated facilities in the city's southern areas.

The 10th annual Nordviertel Cup, a community football tournament, will take place on October 2nd, featuring teams from local institutions and supported by various partners.

The Essen Lost and Found Office now has only two opening days, but alternatives are available.

Essen's public pools and sports facilities will have limited operations on German Unity Day, with most remaining closed except for specific hours at one swimming center and pre-approved sports events.

A large demonstration against social cuts is expected to draw 10,000 participants to Essen this Saturday, potentially causing significant traffic disruptions.

The Alfried Krupp von Bohlen und Halbach Foundation and the City of Essen extended a program sending Essen students to Berlin to learn about German-Jewish history and democracy.

The Essen City Council's mobile office, the "Bürgermobil," will visit various districts in October to provide on-site citizen services, information, and complaint handling.