Markus Wetzel’s work ranges through different media to constellate exploratory fictions around the central concept “The Island”. Animated storms, computer-rendered explosions of his shelter and possessions, and globally-dispersed subway stations represent the material and the immaterial constructions that helps him mediate the everyday realities of nature, culture, disaster, globalization, communication, love and solitude.

Swiss artist Christian Denzler’s inspiration for his first New York exhibition shown at Rivington Arms Gallery comes from his collection of flea market photographs: The drawings capture the eerie stillness found in portraits of the past; they are balanced by contrast, precise yet muted, a faint impression of anonymous faces.

New York based Swiss artist Anne-Françoise Potterat presents Homegrown, a colorful group exhibition at David Krut Projects, and a solo show of oil painting called Infinite Bliss at Lolita Bar through July 14th. Lolita Bar 266 Broome Street (Btw. Allen & Orchard Street) (212) 966 – 7223 http://lolitabar.net/

The exhibition brings together nine artists from around the globe, such as Christian Marclay, and shows artistic strategies that remove visual traces of a crime or draw attention to injustices that typically go unnoticed.

Andrew Edlin Gallery presents selected photographs featured in Mario del Curto’s publication The Outlanders forging ahead with Art Brut. Del Curto’s photographic perspectives push the boundaries of traditional portraiture by capturing the

Swiss DJ set A touch of Class featuring Oliver Stumm will perform at one of P.S.1 Contemporary Art Center’s Warm Up Summer Afternoon Parties, the critically acclaimed curated series of live music and DJ acts that has become one of New York’s most exciting and anticipated summer events.

Singer, guitarist and composer Eliane teams up with Andra Borlo and Dänu Extrem from Switzerland to performing their intoxicating blend of Swiss folk, latin jazz and alternative pop. After its Arizona and California tour, Swiss Miss performs at the Cornelia Street Café together with Kaiku, a New York-based collective of Finnish and American musicians. 8.30 & 10pm www.elianeperforms.com www.andraborlo.com www.myspace.com/swissmisses Also performance on July 18th at 9.00pm at the PUPPETS JAZZ BAR 294 Fifth Ave Park Slope Brooklyn (718) 499 – 2627 www.puppetsjazz.com

A child prodigy yearns for a 'normal' life with his parents and eccentric grandfather in this charming family drama, directed by Fredi Murer, starring the great actor Bruno Ganz (Wings of Desire; Downfall). While his parents plan a future of piano competitions, Vitus, played by Teo Gheorghiu, would rather learn to fly. Scrennings at the City Cinema Village East at 2.40pm and 5.10pm Scrennings on July 12th at Lincoln Plaza Cinemas 1886 Broadway (212) 757 – 2280 http://lincolnplaza.moviefone.com at 12.10pm / 4.55pm / 9.00pm (tbc)

Some have called Melomane "the most European band in America," and others call them pop-noir. Experience smart, cinematic rock music, lush sonic textures, sweet harmonies, and biting yet hopeful lyrics with guest Eveline Feldmann on trombone.

Swiss musician Adrian Mira (sax/ clarinet) continues his Monday concerts at Sushi Twist playing jazz and more along with guitarist Sebastian Noelle, and he performs at Brasserie 52 with his gypsy trio (Marc DAine – guitar, Josh Levine– bass). Performance on July 16th and 23rd from 7pm to 10pm at SUSHITWIST, 66 Madison Avenue @ 27th Street, (212) 213 – 2299

Join Dispatch, an office model for curatorial production ranging from originating exhibitions, projects, and concepts, on their first Listening Salon No. 1: check out the discography from the forthcoming English translation by Gabrielle Giattino, former Swiss Institute curator, of Francis Baudevin’s artist's book of interviews detailing his extensive music collection. Bring the records you have from the discography list you’ll find on the following website:www.dispatchbureau.com/projects.htm and listen together from noon to midnight in the back gallery and garden.

Swiss pianist Manu Koch performs at the release party of Susan Pereira’s new CD Tudo Azul at Iridium Jazz Club along with Susan Pereira (vocals/ piano/ percussion), Rodrigo Ursaia Santos (sax/ flute), Itaiguara (bass) and Vanderlei Pereira (drums). Performance also from the 24th to the 28th of July at 11pm at the DIZZY'S CLUB JAZZ at Lincoln Center 33 West 60th Street, 5th Floor (Btw. Broadway and Ninth Ave) (212) 258 - 9800 www.jazzatlincolncenter.org

Japanese music and dance ensemble Taikoza, founded by Marco Lienhard, hits the stage with the powerful rhythms of Japan and takes you on a rhythmic journey through various regions of their country with thunderous taiko drums, Japanese flutes and the koto. See special kids program at the Bowery Poetry Club: www.marcolienhard.com Performance also on July 29th at 12pm at The Bowery Poetry Club 308 Bowery Street @ Bleecker Street (212) 614 – 0505 www.bowerypoetry.com

JULY 18-21 (Wed-Sat) 8:OOpm MEETING POINT at BRIDGE PARK 1 in DUMBO On Jay Street Just up the hill from F train to York Street-first stop in Brooklyn FREE Reservation recommended: [email protected] or 718 218 8236 Navigate with the performers through the hip DUMBO neighborhood to an isolated handball court. As dusk turns to dark, so the dancers, too, give way to the images on the wall. The swiveling video projections, suffused with colors, become a kaleidoscopic additional dancer that attacks, moves against, interacts with, and consumes the live performers. Featuring direction, choreography and video by Swiss-born, New York-based artist Andrea Haenggi, performed by AMDaT company dancers - Einy Aam, Todd Allen, Tori Sparks - and action performers - Benjamin B Kamino, Jill Frere, Andrew Griffin, Sera-Kim Huenergard - percussive live-music by William Hooker (July 18/19) and Lukas Ligeti (July 20/21). Blast wall art was inspired two years ago by a news article about one concrete wall in Baghdad, meant to protect buildings from bombs but taken over by Iraqi artists as a public canvas. Now, with the U.S. military building more walls that cut through residential neighborhoods, these, too, are being taken over by artists. “I create a choreographic reflection on a journalist’s reflection of an artist’s reflection on a military reality.” says Haenggi blast wall art is commissioned by AMDaT, Inc. with support from individual donors. Thanls also to the NYC Department of Parks and Recreation. blast wall art performances are FREE - ANY DONATION TOWARDS THE WORK IS NEEDED TO ENSURE THE PERFORMERS PAY. YOU CAN MAKE A TAX-DEDUCTIBLE DONATION ONLINE http://www.amdat.org/support or send a check made out to AMDaT, Inc. to 338 Berry St. 6th floor #1, Brooklyn , NY 11211 THANKS FOR YOUR SUPPORT.

Swiss jazz vocalist Beat Kaestli presents his unmistakable blend of jazz, classical and contemporary vibes at Ryles with following line up: Mark Shilanski (piano), Greg Holt (bass), David Brophy (drums). Moreover he performs at the Swiss National Day Celebration at the Hudson River among other special guests. www.myspace.com/beatkaestli Performance also on July 28th at the Swiss National Day Celebration Hudson River Park’s Pier 54 At the foot of Little West 12th Street (212) 246 - 0655 www.swissbenevolentny.com

Come join us in Jamaica, Vermont for Swiss National Holiday sponsored by swiss innkeepers Ans, Michel, and Rudy. Menua will include grilled knockwurst, bratwurst, sauerkraut, onion sauce, raceltted melted over word fire, cornichons, potato salad, carrot salad, beet salad, and Ans's famouse Swiss apple fritters. Stay at Astas or the Weathervane Lodge in the Mount Snow Valley at a discount by mentioning this web site. call 802-874-8000 or 802-464-5426. Rain date scheduled for 8/4/07.

Grundy County Swiss Historical Society is celebrating the Swiss National Day. If you have any questions, please e-mail [email protected] Grundy County Swiss Historical Society c/o Secretary 1610 Surrey Court Garland, TX 75043

PROGRAM 1:00 P.M.: Gardi Hutter – Switzerland’s famous clown, String Equinox – traditional Swiss music, Chair Dancers – RASA -“Not without you”, Children’s entertainment and more. 6:30 P.M.: Official Welcome; National Anthems; Address by H. E. Ambassador Christoph Bubb, Consul General of Switzerland in New York. UNTIL 9:00 P.M.: Jazz at Sunset with Beat Kästli, Sunset Bar. ATTRACTIONS Swiss Village: Crafts, products, information about the Swiss community in the greater New York area. SWISS FOOD AND DRINK; proof of age required for the purchase and consumption of alcoholic beverages. RAFFLE GRAND PRIZE: Round trip for two to Switzerland, donated by Swiss International Air Lines, Ltd; 4-day Swiss Rail Pass from Switzerland Tourism; 2-night stay at the Palace Luzern. To order raffle tickets, call 212-246-0655. DIRECTIONS Subway A, C, E, L, 1, 2, 3 to 14th Street; Bus M14 cross-town; Path Train to Christopher Street. Organized by the Swiss Benevolent Society of New York

UNITED SWISS SOCIETIES OF NORTHERN CALIFORNIA Join us on Sunday, July 29, 2007, for the FIRST OF AUGUST CELEBRATION at the Swiss Park in Newark. The gate opens at 11 AM. Lunch is served at 12:00 PM. Featuring: The Swiss Singing Society and Swiss Mountain Dogs. Entertainment by Tony Raymann’s Edelweiss Dance Band. For more information call Henry or Rebecca at (650) 968 4382 or John at (415) 479-3286

FOOD & DRINK: - Meringue Glace - Zupfe and Bread - Birchermuesli - Schublig and Bratwurst - Wienerli - Raclette and Wine - Spatzli with Cheese - Rivella - Imported and Domestic Beer - Soft Drinks, Iced Tea & Coffee - BBQ Tri-Tip Roast 6:30 PM ACTIVITIES - Crossbow Shooting - Soccer Penalty Kick Contest - Lampion Parade 4:00 PM - Children's Games - Jumping Tent - Comic drawing for the whole family with John Ulrich ENTERTAINMENT - Alphorns and Accordions - Swiss Harmonie Singers - Yodeling by Tony Hartenstein & Fred Burri - 2:00 PM Swiss National Address given by the Honorable Consul General, Birgitta Schoch Dettweiler - Music by Accordeon Freunde Santa Barbara - Trumpet Trio with Mona Seda DISPLAYS - Second Time Around - T-Shirts by Elena - Art Exhibits by ARTDIRECT4YOU and Fritz Suter - Bernese Mountain Dogs FLIGHT RAFFLE - Two tickets to Switzerland donated by SWISS SWISS FAIR RAFFLE 50 great prizes, watches, premium wines, food baskets, dinner vouchers, Swiss Rail Pass donated by Switzerland Tourism Free Parking Large Tent with lots of shade Door Prize

The Hudson-Mohawk Swiss Society is inviting people of Swiss origin and all others who feel an affinity with Switzerland to commemorate the founding of Switzerland that took place on August 1st, 1291. We will meet rain or shine at 2:30 for a pic nic, the address to the Swiss Abroad by the President of the Confederation, Mrs. Micheline Calmy-Rey, Swiss music, and a slide show.

Visiting from Tokyo, Makigami Koichi (vocals, electronics) returns to the Stone for a night of improvisation with two of his favorite New York musicians, Ikue Mori (electronics) and Swiss born Sylvie Courvoisier (piano). Check out her new CD “Signs and Epigrams”: