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Cap Canaille, the first English-speaking daycare center in the canton of Fribourg has just opened its doors. Located in Villars-sur-Glâne, it provides day care for children from 2 months to 6 years. It will also run a babysitting service during the Fribourg Jazz Festival (6 July – 22 July).
www.capcanaille.ch
Sesam in Düdingen is a trilingual school for children whose mother tongue is German, French or English. The school, which follows the Montessori method, offers statotory primary and secondary education. All Sesam staff are conversant in the three languages.
www.tagesschule-sesam.ch
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15 June - 29 September: “Panorama Fondue”, Moléson
Every Friday and Saturday evening from June to September, take a ride on the Moléson cable car, where you can enjoy a deliciously creamy fondue as you make your way to the summit. This special offer is valid from 5pm to 11pm.
www.moleson.ch
21 June – 23 June: Fête de la musique, Fribourg
To celebrate Fribourg’s 850th anniversary, a host of open air concerts will be held throughout the city. Make the most of this fabulous music festival, free of charge!
Events Program
23 June: Schwarzsee welcomes the 2007 Tour de Suisse
For the first time in its history, Schwarzsee will be a staging post in the Tour de Suisse, the renowned cycling competition followed throughout Europe. Come along and relish in all the fun of the race!
www.schwarzsee.ch
24 June: Wrestling Festival, Schwarzsee
The Schwarzsee Schwingen Festival sees the best Schwinger (wrestlers) in the country compete. In keeping with tradition, the tournament is held in the idyllic setting of Schwarzsee, a popular alpine resort in the canton of Fribourg. Discover more about this national sport while soaking up the lively atmosphere. You won’t be disappointed!
www.schwingfeste.ch
28 June – 7 July: Belluard Bollwerk International, Fribourg
This contemporary art festival serves up an eclectic and fascinating programme, featuring dance, theatre, performances, concerts, films, conferences and more. The organisers are committed to promoting contemporary trends and pertinent art forms. The festival is also a chance to present up-and-coming artists and those who are largely unknown to the Swiss public.
www.belluard.ch
6 July – 8 July: Estawake, Estavayer-le-Lac
Estawake is the event for all sliding sports’ enthusiasts. In addition to international wakeboard, FMX and jet ski competitions, concerts and a beach party are also planned. A guaranteed fun day – and night - out!
www.estawake.ch
6 July – 22 July: Jazz Parade, Fribourg
Orchestras from New Orleans, pianists, gospel and world music… Let the Fribourg Jazz Parade, one of the most important jazz festivals in Western Switzerland, transport you to another world. It is also the ideal opportunity for catching up and unwinding with friends.
www.jazzparade.ch
21 July – 21 August: Open Air Cinema, Fribourg
Every year, the open air cinema is held in the former fortress of Belluard. It is a chance to enjoy both classic films and new releases, often shown in the original language. What better way to combine your love of cinema and balmy summer evenings?
www.open-air-kino.ch
1 August: Swiss National Holiday by the Lake, Sugiez-Vully
August 1st is Switzerland’s national holiday. Almost every village in the country organises its own celebrations to mark the occasion. Why not join the festivities in the idyllic setting of the port at Sugiez and marvel at the firework display over Lake Murten?
www.murtentourismus.ch
15 August – 18 August: Rock Oz’Arènes, Avenches
Joe Cocker, Jimmy Cliff and a host of other internationally renowned musicians will perform at Rock Oz’ Arènes 2007. The setting for these concerts is the imposing and atmospheric Roman amphitheatre in Avenches.
www.rockozarenes.com
31 August – 2 September: Celtic Village, Mont Vully
Blacksmiths, bronze-workers, potters, moneyers, wood turners, basket weavers - for one weekend only, Mont Vully will be transformed into an authentic Celtic village. Are you ready to travel back in time?
www.region-vully.ch
1 September – 2 September: Schubertiade, Fribourg
Schubertiade is a must for all lovers of classical music. This year, more than 180 concerts will be held in different parts of the picturesque old town of Fribourg.
www.fribourgtourisme.ch
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Marc Delbreil
Country of Origin: France
Company: Endeavour Development
Living in the canton of Fribourg since May 1999.
My favorite place in the canton of Fribourg:
Top of the Vanil noir
My favorite Fribourg website:
www.fribourgregion.ch
My favorite Swiss website:
www.myswitzerland.com
What I like about Switzerland:
Mass transportation network.
Civilised people and the core values of the Swiss federation
What I don't like about Switzerland:
Shops closing too early particularly at noon and on Saturday.
Late in alternative energies development. Bio gas, for instance, is everywhere in Switzerland and it would be an incredible way to push people towards less polluting vehicles and to save up on crude oil imports
My message to other expatriates living in Fribourg:
Get involved, socialise with Swiss people, so you too, can defend the country's common values that are the pillars of this democracy. Indulge life, eating at savoury restaurants, touring the canton and visiting museums.
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