Thursday, September 17

Music and society of Henry Purcell’s British Isles

Dive into the culture – and, particularly, music – of 17th century England at this concert & lecture by Alexandra Vetkina, an organ and harpsichord player. 

Friday, September 18

Italian speaking club

New Holland Island expands its repertoire of speaking clubs even further – now, you can visit the space to practice your Italian with seasoned translator and teacher Maria Gromyko. This week’s session is all about books: get ready to discuss your favorite authors and latest releases that will make this fall particularly cozy. Registration is required.

Saturday, September 19

Growbox Market

  • 12 pm - 8 pm (Sep 19), 12 pm - 7 pm (Sep 20)
  • Sevkabel Port
  • Free (registration required)

Yet another market at Sevkabel Port? Yes, but this is quite an unusual one and will be a treat for all plant enthusiasts. At the market, you can buy common and rare house plants to liven up your dorm room (check in with your roommates first) or apartment, as well as find quirky and cosy items by local brands. You can also join the market’s swap by purchasing a ticket.

Sunday, September 20

Coffee & Jazz in Pavlovsk

The golden start of fall is best enjoyed in nature – and this week, you can do it while strolling around Pavlovsk Park to the sound of live jazz music. As the festival’s name implies, there will also be some delicious coffee, as well as dance workshops for all levels to make the day truly sing.

Monday, September 21

Cultural Assemblage

  • Until November 11, 11 am - 9 pm daily
  • ROSPHOTO
  • 400 rubles (250 rubles for students)

ROSPHOTO and Liszt Institute (Hungary) present an exhibition of works by Hungarian photographer and artist József Kádár from the ROSPHOTO collection, and the series Images of Budapest by contemporary photographer Giampiero Assumma. This joint display gives you the chance to explore Hungarian visual culture of the 20th and 21st centuries.

Tuesday, September 22

Twilight on the big screen

It seems like nothing says fall more than the Twilight soundtrack. This week, you can jump right back into the story of sparkling-in-the-sun vampires in the rainy town of Forks as the film is back on the big screen! Get ready to hoa hoa hoa. 

The film will be screened in the English language with Russian subtitles.

Wednesday, September 23

Piano evening

If you are looking for a different kind of fall soundtrack, you may find it at this piano concert by the internationally acclaimed pianist Alexander Lubyantsev. The program will include pieces by Chopin and Rachmaninoff.

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