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"Closer to Europe"

With the aim of initiating contacts with their fellow organisations in Germany and effectively exchanging good practices for activities related to the 50^th anniversary of the Treaty of Rome, some Romanian multipliers will take part in a ‘fact-finding mission’ to Germany. ››  seguito

A Europe of opportunities

Members of the European Information Multipliers Network will participate in a study-visit to the EU Institutions aimed at raising awareness among Romanian multipliers of the activities of EU Institutions. ››  seguito

A series of public debates throughout Finland

Europe Information of the Ministry for Foreign Affairs, together with the European Commission Representation in Finland, is organising a series of public debates to mark the 50th anniversary of the Treaty of Rome.  ››  seguito

Public lectures

Public lectures and discussions about Rome Treaties, their role in the European integration and the future of the European Union. ››  seguito

Energy Week: Financing Local and Regional Sustainable Energy Solutions

Concrete instruments and financial measures for sustaining renewable energy and energy efficiency are the focus of the three-day seminar set to take place in Brussels from 30 January to 1 February. The event aims to help local and regional authorities find funding for their promotional activities. ››  seguito

Euromonitor

Television programme in five parts dedicated to the EU with the emphasis on the 50th Anniversary of the Treaties of Rome. ››  seguito

EU citizens’ consultations on the future of Europe.

What Europe is for and where it is going? ››  seguito

“What do we expect from 2007?”

In the first year of Romanian membership to the EU, school students will debate what they expect from 2007. The information campaign and debate will take place in the city of Adjud, Romania. ››  seguito

“Impreuna din 1957”

The importance and symbolic aspects of the 50^th anniversary of the Treaty of Rome will be at the centre of the March information campaign organised in the Sibiu County by the Local European Information Network. ››  seguito

EU on the Schedule/EU for librarians

“EU on the schedule” and “EU for librarians” are regional seminars targeted towards teachers, head masters, school guidance counsellors and librarians. ››  seguito

Competition on EU

Latvian EU Information Agency organises a competition involving regional press. The launch of the event is foreseen for March 2007. ››  seguito

"Open Europe"

Embassies of EU countries will open their doors to citizens in March and April 2007. ››  seguito

Radio shows to celebrate the Treaty of Rome

Three special radio shows will celebrate the anniversary of the Rome Treaty. ››  seguito

13 Alleys for New Europe

13 alleys of trees symbolically representing New Europe are being planted all over Slovakia. The initiative, supported by the Slovak Government, Lesy SR, š.p. and Europe Direct Relays, is designed to celebrate the enlarged EU and its 12 ‘new’ countries. ››  seguito

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EP Generation: the way towards Europe

A large project including seminars, an international conference, activities at the  European Parliament Summer School (EPSS) and a series of web publications. ››  seguito

“The Treaty of Rome: New Perspectives for the EU - after Romania joined”

Young people aged between 15 and 19 from the cities of Deva and Hunedoara, Romania, will compete in a challenging contest on European issues.  The contest “The Treaty of Rome: New Perspectives for the EU - after Romania joined”, will take place in Deva on 2 - 8 March. ››  seguito

Special Radio Programme from Brussels

The leading radio news programme in Catalonia, "El Matí de Catalunya Ràdio", will use the Commission Headquarters to broadcast a show devoted to the 50th Anniversary of the Rome Treaty. ››  seguito

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Symposium – 50 years since the Treaty of Rome

The Romanian city of Arad will celebrate the 50^th anniversary of the Treaty of Rome through a special Symposium organised for 14 March. ››  seguito

Europe Prize for Journalists - "50 Years of European Union"

The Europe prize for journalists is open to all Brazilian Journalists publishing on European Union related themes. The contest will select the three best journalistic pieces circulating in Brazilian media in the period between January 1st and May 15th. The categories are TV, radio and written press. ››  seguito

Photo Competition 2007 - What makes Plymouth a European City?

‘Europe Direct Plymouth’ want to see your photos on the theme "Plymouth - a European City", to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the signing of the Treaty of Rome. ››  seguito

“Vivi italiano, Cresci europeo”

Il Dipartimento Politiche Comunitarie (Presidenza del Consiglio dei Ministri) ha lanciato una campagna nazionale di comunicazione integrata per celebrare il 50 anniversario della firma dei Trattati di Roma: “Vivi italiano, Cresci europeo”, evidenziando i vantaggi e gli obiettivi concreti del processo di integrazione. ››  seguito

Study visit: EU 50 Years

30 teachers from the County of Stockholm will be invited to participate in a 2 day seminar and visit at the European Commission and the European Parliament. The general theme for the event will be EU 50 years and the teachers are, upon return, expected to stimulate discussions and debates in the class rooms about the history and future of Europe. ››  seguito

The EU is a story of a successful compromise - how can we safeguard it in the future?

With the help of our guests, we will look back at past achievements and link them to the present and future challenges of living in the Community. ››  seguito

“50 Not Out” – Speech and Reception

The Welsh Assembly Government and the Welsh Centre for International Affairs have arranged an event to celebrate the 50^th anniversary of the signing of the Treaty of Rome at which the First Minister for Wales, Rhodri Morgan AM, will give a keynote address. ››  seguito

Le regioni europee festeggiano i 50 anni dell’UE!

Per celebrare il 50° anniversario del Trattato di Roma, il Comitato delle Regioni terrà la sua 69^a sessione plenaria a Roma, il 22 e 23 marzo 2007. ››  seguito

Official celebration of 50 Years of the Treaties

The Dutch government will organise an official celebration marking 50 Years of the Treaties on 22 March 2007 in the Ridderzaal (Hall of Knights) in The Hague. The event will be attended by Her Majesty the Queen and 600 guests, with young people also being represented. ››  seguito

Portuguese school publishes the book “Sabores da União”

Within the context of the opening of the school's library (Escola Secundária Frei Rosa Viterbo, from Sátão), there will be a presentation of the book “Sabores da União”. ››  seguito

Strasbourg, a European City, celebrates the50th anniversary of the signing of the Treaty of Rome.

Strasbourg is organising events and entertainment as part of the celebrations for the 50th Anniversary of the signing of theTreaty of Rome. The initiative includes concerts, an exhibition on EU history and a quiz. ››  seguito

EU - what now? - From Rome to Rome

High school students are invited to participate in a competition on the theme EU - what now? - From Rome to Rome, … ››  seguito

EU 50 Years

This half-day seminar will focus on the future of Europe and also reflect EU co-operation from an historical point of view. ››  seguito

BBC Radio 4 - Any Questions

On Friday 23 March, Jonathan Dimbleby will host the longest running political discussion show on radio - Any Questions. The broadcast, which will be from the National Gallery in Dublin, will feature a panel of international personalities. The show will be broadcast live from 8 - 9 pm. ››  seguito

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Europe lights up a symbol of avant-garde architecture in Barcelona

The Agbar Tower will be lit up with the colours of the European flag on the night of 23 March from 8pm. ››  seguito

Maiden voyage of the Europe Tram

On the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the EU, a tram on Viennese tramway line D will sport the logo “Together since 1957” as it runs through the streets of Vienna. ››  seguito

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A Tree for Europe

On 23 March 2007 in Bucharest and in each county residence, a tree will be planted, symbolically, in a town park in the presence of the respective mayor and prefect. ››  seguito

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Public event to mark the 50th Anniversary of the Treaty of Rome

The former Taoiseach (Prime Minister) of Ireland, Dr. Garret Fitzgerald, will give a talk entitled 'Ireland and Europe' on Friday 23 March  2007 from 1-2pm in the Emmet Theatre, Arts Building, Dublin. The talk will be followed by a Question & Answer session. ››  seguito

Can Europe's experience of peace help a Lebanon in crisis?

The first "political café" at Beirut's Time Out bar on 23 March had some sixty people debating Lebanon's political future over a drink. ››  seguito

“How we hated each other”

The great story of the Franco-German reconciliation, along with, at the footnotes of History, the love story of a Franco-German young couple who meet again in the 50’s, after having lost sight of each other at the end of the war. ››  seguito

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European Citizens’ Consultations

A week-end of discussions and deliberation to engage citizens directly in charting out the next steps for the European Union, remembering the past 50 years and looking forward to face the challenges ahead. ››  seguito

Exhibition opening ceremony

Opening ceremony for the “Discover Austria” permanent exhibition and the “The 10th federal state – The world of the Austrian living abroad” special exhibition. ››  seguito

Berlino ospiterà un vertice informale dell'UE

I leader europei si riuniranno i prossimi 24 e 25 marzo a Berlino per celebrare il 50° anniversario del trattato di Roma. In tale occasione sottoscriveranno una dichiarazione comune per illustrare i valori e le ambizioni dell'Europa di domani. L’evento sarà trasmesso in diretta su Internet domenica 25 marzo, dalle 10:30 alle 15:00. ››  seguito

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Cutting of Europe’s Birthday Cake

Cutting of Europe’s Birthday Cake at City Gate Square, with an accompanying background light and fireworks display. ››  seguito

Planting of Trees

Inauguration of EU Peace Grove at Hastings Garden where 27 trees representing the EU 27 Member States will be planted and officially inaugurated by the Minister of Foreign Affairs and EU Ambassadors or Representatives ››  seguito

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Europe is 50-50 cities join in

Europe celebrates its 50^th Anniversary – 50 cities join the party ››  seguito

Celebrating Europe in Cluj

The Romanian city of Cluj-Napoca will host the campaign “Celebrating Europe in Cluj” on 25 March. Citizens will have the opportunity to obtain information on the European Union at the information stands to be located on the streets of Cluj. ››  seguito

A European city for everyone - Together since 1957

The City Hall of Craiova will organise a radio show event called “A European city for everyone - Together since 1957”. The occasion will be celebrated with the publishing of a special edition of Craiova’s City Hall newspaper dedicated to the 50th anniversary. ››  seguito

Celebrating the 50th anniversary

The Representation premises will be opened to everybody who wants to follow the events taking place in Rome and Berlin. ››  seguito

Cathedral Treaty of Rome celebration

A “Treaty of Rome” ecumenical service of commemoration will be held at St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Saint Patrick's Close, at 3.15 p.m. An EU flag will be placed and flown permanently in the Cathedral. All welcome! ››  seguito

Prayer for Europe

To mark the 50th anniversary of signing of the Treaty of Rome, a prayer will be said in churches across Ireland on Sunday 25 March.   ››  seguito

A church service to celebrate the Treaty of Rome’s anniversary

The Dutch Church Council (Raad van Kerken in Nederland), together with the inter-denominational body the CIO (Interkerkelijk Contact in Overheidszaken) and the Association for Church and Peace, will organise a service on 25 March with the aim of reflecting on the Treaty of Rome which was signed on the same day 50 years before. ››  seguito

Open Day – “Rally through EU Embassies”

Interested Viennese residents are invited to visit the embassies of the EU member states and the Representation of the European Commission and Information Office of the European Parliament during this “open day”. ››  seguito

Let’s talk about Europe “TOGETHER”

A series of special events, organised by EU-related NGOs through a call for proposals launched by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, will focus on the exchange of views on the main issues affecting the local community and on a discussion of the future of their own region. ››  seguito

Open Day in the Foreign Ministry

In the new premises of the Foreign Ministry, its historic chambers and two exhibitions can be visited: The exhibition ”A path through Europe” traces 50 years of European cooperation and addresses perspectives of common challenges lying ahead. In an interactive question & answer module visitors can express their opinions on the most important European issues and check their knowledge of the European Union. ››  seguito

Open Day at Representation

Open Day at the European Commission Representation in France and the European Parliament office in Paris for the 50^th Anniversary of the Treaty of Rome. ››  seguito

Multi-denominational Thanksgiving Mass for 50 years of peace

A multi-denominational thanksgiving event at St. John’s Co-Cathedral will be presided over by H.E. The President of Malta. ››  seguito

Let’s join together and celebrate Europe’s 50th anniversary

On the occasion of Europe’s 50^th anniversary, Paris City Council is organising a European roller skate trip through the capital. ››  seguito

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Fireworks

Fireworks near Belém Tower by the River Tagus ››  seguito

Open day at the Representation of the European Commission in Germany

On 25 March in Berlin, the European House at Unter den Linden 78 is opening its doors to the public. Citizens can visit the house on guided tours and have a look at the Commissioner's room and other facilities. There will also be a programme for children, games and the opportunity for discussion and dialogue. ››  seguito

Tokyo bash celebrates EU's 50th

On March 25, over 1 000 guests - including the ambassadors from all 27 EU countries - attended a gala celebration at a prestigious venue in central Tokyo to mark "50 years – together with Japan". ››  seguito

PLANKTON*NET celebrates 50 years of the Treaty of Rome

For this event, PLANKTON*NET members and contributors have established a special online collection of information on 50 plankton species. Each species was described in one of the past 50 years. Where possible, species described by European scientists were chosen to highlight the range of scientific and specifically taxonomic expertise in Europe. ››  seguito

Incontro con gli astronauti

Presso l’Auditoriun dell’Università la Sapienza di Roma 15 astronauti europei, ricercatori e giovani studenti daranno vita ad un dibattito sulle tematiche della ricerca spaziale europea. Il dibattito sarà aperto al grande pubblico. ››  seguito

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Romkugler til folket

Public distribution of small, sweet chocolate cake buns, well-known in Denmark by the name “romkugler” – which translates to “Rome”-“buns”. ››  seguito

TOGETHER - a European Union stand in the heart of Bratislava

Hviezdoslavovo Square in the centre of Bratislava will host an open-air celebration organised by the Slovakian Representation of the European Commission. ››  seguito

Commemorative 2 euro coin issue ceremony

Imprensa Nacional da Casa da Moeda will host the issuing ceremony. ››  seguito

National Competition on European affairs

Essay on the European integration process. ››  seguito

European Day in the “La Timone” hospital

The Representation of the Commission in Marseille will spend a day with “La Timone” hospital’s patients. ››  seguito

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Eures Malta Annual Job Fair

Eures Malta will be organizing its annual Job Fair on the 30^th and 31^st March at the Le Meridien Phoenicia Ball Room. Participants will have the opportunity to get first-hand information about jobs in their countries and about European mobility. ››  seguito

“Greenwave” forest-planting action

Helping the environment by planting new trees! From April to May, volunteers throughout Estonia will celebrate Europe by participating in planting events, with the action culminating on 4 May. ››  seguito

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“Green corners”

On the occasion of the 50^th Anniversary of signing the Rome Treaty, the Minister of Foreign Affairs Mr. Ivailo Kalfin, representatives of the “Troïka” EU Presidencies, and the European Commission will plant trees in the MFA’s garden. ››  seguito

VII Course on the European Union

As part of celebrations marking the 50^th anniversary of signing the Treaty of Rome, the European Integration Department in Sitges is organising its annual EU course on the main challenges facing the EU. ››  seguito

What has been the use of the EU for the past 50 years and what about the future?

This issue will be debated during a breakfast meeting with representatives from the industry and officials from Eskilstuna, Friday 13 April. ››  seguito

European Week in Sitges

Presentation of the Europe-related events taking place over a week in different cities in Catalonia. ››  seguito

Europe Week 2007

Three years after having joined the EU, Latvia will celebrate Europe Week with a number of special events. From the 1st to the 11th of May, Latvian citizens will have the opportunity to participate in the different interactive events and concerts organised for the occasion. ››  seguito

Open Day 2007

The seat of the European Parliament in Strasbourg will be staging its traditional ‘open day’ on 1 May. The famous institution will be opening its doors to the general public, who will have the chance to visit stands, listen to debates and attend concerts. ››  seguito

Green Wave

Tree planting actions will take place in all regions of Latvia, symbolizing that climate change, sustainable development and the future of Europe are important for us all. ››  seguito

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Open Doors Event on 5 May 2007

The Open Doors Event emphasizes the EU as an assembly of nations and of differing institutions by opening the doors of member states’ embassies as well as of the Estonian state chancellery and the European Commission Representation and European Parliament Information office to the public. ››  seguito

Official launch of the sailing boat Treaty of Rome

To mark the 50th anniversary of the Treaty of Rome, the association Sail for Europe has been busy restoring the sailing boat Treaty of Rome, registration number EUR 1, which took part in the around-the-world race 30 years ago. Visitors will be able to view the boat and are also invited to support its forthcoming tour of Europe. ››  seguito

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Europe Day at the Europark

In 2007, the Europe Day in Salzburg will focus on the founding treaties of Europe as well as practical questions regarding security, overall defence policy and civil defence. An example of German-Austrian cross-border cooperation will be demonstrated when their forces go on patrol in the course of the event. ››  seguito

The European Social Fund’s Human Face

This competition falls within the framework of the 50^th anniversary of the European Social Fund established by the Treaty of Rome. Its aim is to select journalistic material that presents in an accessible manner how the ESF supports popular projects and helps to transform people’s lives. ››  seguito

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Europe day celebrations

Europe Day is the occasion for out-door activities and festivities aimed at bringing the European Union closer to its citizens. ››  seguito

Europe Day celebrations

Europe Day will be celebrated with public events in six Estonian towns on 9 May 2007. Traditionally, the events will be organised in the town centres with a cultural programme, quizzes, speeches and dissemination of information about the EU and Europe in general. ››  seguito

9th May celebration

Several activities, including distribution of gadgets and information material at public places. ››  seguito

Open doors in public institutions of Latvia and the House of EU

Latvian public institutions and the European union House will open their doors to the public on 9 May, Europe Day, 10:00-14:00. Citizens will have the opportunity to look inside the most interesting public buildings and receive information on how these institutions work. ››  seguito

Europe Day

Scientists, men of peace, economists, poets, writes and other men and women with Nobel Prizes will be the special guests at the European Parliament plenary session organised to commemorate EU’s 50^th birthday on Wednesday 9 May. ››  seguito

European Union History Quiz

Members of the Lithuanian Parliament will compete in a challenging quiz game on the history of the European Union. ››  seguito

Euro-Bangla food fusion

If there is one thing that Europe and Bangladesh have in common, it is their rich culinary traditions. Put them together, and you have a fusion feast, fit to fete the EU's 50th birthday. ››  seguito

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The 50th anniversary takes to the streets

The streets of the main cities of Majorca, Iviza, Minorca and Formentera will hold a public celebration to commemorate the 50th Anniversary. The Europe Day will include music, performances and information on the European Union provided by the Centre Balears Europa. ››  seguito

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Freedom of movement in Europe: current situation

This is an information day of workshops aimed  in the morning at businesses and employees, and in the afternoon at students, job seekers and workers wishing to move abroad. ››  seguito

La bandiera europea sventola sulle vette più alte Alpi

Il 9 maggio, festa dell’Europa, 50 guide alpine porteranno 50 bandiere europee verso le cime delle 50 montagne più alte delle Alpi e le vette più alte d’Italia. Nel contempo, il 9 maggio, a mezzogiorno, si svolgeranno le cerimonie per innalzare le bandiere. ››  seguito

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The European flag flying from the highest Alpine peaks

On 9 May, Europe Day, 50 mountain guides will set off carrying 50 European flags to the summits of 50 mountains in the Alps and the highest peaks in Italy. The flag-raising ceremonies will take place simultaneously at midday on 9 May. ››  seguito

Reception in celebration of the 50th Anniversary of the Treaty of Rome

Hosted jointly with the European Parliament Office in Scotland, a reception to celebrate the 50^th Anniversary of the Treaty of Rome, the accession of Bulgaria and Romania to the EU and 20 years of ERASMUS ››  seguito

The European Village

Paris Town Hall, Europe House / Europe Direct Centre, the Representation of the European Commission in France and their partners invite you to come and celebrate Europe at the European Village in front of Paris Town Hall on May 9^th from 10.00 to 19.30. ››  seguito

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Action: Go with Europe!

Randomly selected passengers will be asked to express their views on, and expectations of, the EU. The action is an integral part of a cross-border project, ”Our Europe - Our Debate  - Our contribution”. ››  seguito

50 years of integration: the European Union of the 21st century

Seminar to be held in the Law Faculty main hall. ››  seguito

Giornata “porte aperte” presso il Centro di Ricerca Comune (CCR) di Ispra

E’ indetta una giornata “porte aperte” presso il Centro di Ricerca Comune della Commissione europea (CCR) di Ispra. I laboratori saranno aperti per attività pratiche e animazioni; si terranno inoltre presentazioni a carattere scientifico associate ad esperimenti dal vivo ai quali possono partecipare i presenti. ››  seguito

Popular feast - Together

In the very centre of Pamplona, a popular feast will commemorate the 50th anniversary of the signing of the Treaty of Rome and will be held from 11:00 to 15:00 and 17:00 to 20:00h.      ››  seguito

50 years of integration – 50 locations

A series of civil forums will be organised in 50 different locations around Hungary that will bring together Community citizens to discuss economic and social development in the given region. ››  seguito

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Diversity is alive

The seminar deals with cultural differences that characterise Europe and the issue of European integration. How do differences in things such as language, culture and mentality connect us? Particular attention will be drawn to minorities such as the Roma or Muslim minorities. ››  seguito

Fiaccola Benedettina 2007 “Pro Europa Una”

Dal 1964 (anno della proclamazione di San Benedetto a Patrono Principale d’Europa), la Fiaccola Benedettina è divenuta uno strumento di dialogo ad alto livello tra la città di Norcia e le grandi istituzioni delegate a guidare i popoli di tutto il mondo, sulla strada dell’unità e della pace. ››  seguito

From the EEC to the EU of 27: 50 years of EEC – 50 years of Europehouse Neumarkt

The seminar “Review for the Future” deals with basic questions on the status and the perspectives on European unification. ››  seguito

Quiz – EU 50 / Rugby World Cup

The European commission representation in France is organising a quiz-competition on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the Treaty of Rome and the Rugby World Cup 2007. ››  seguito

European job days 2007

Creare posti di lavoro e promuovere la mobilità dei lavoratori nell’UE – questi gli obiettivi dell’iniziativa European Job Days 2007 lanciata dalla Commissione europea. ››  seguito

Open Day at the European Commission's Research Centre JRC-IRMM

As part of the Open Bedrijvendag in Flanders, the Institute for Reference Materials and Measurements (JRC-IRMM) will be organising an Open Day. In addition to science-oriented site visits, an exhibition on the history of the EU will be organised.  ››  seguito

50 years of the EEC – from the EEC to the EU 27

How can local authorities and regions contribute to the EU? Do the founding treaties go far enough or do we need the European Constitution? These and further questions will be discussed during the seminar. ››  seguito

Premio Sakharov per la libertà di pensiero

Dal 1988, il Parlamento europeo assegna ogni anno il Premio Sakharov a persone o organizzazioni impegnate nella lotta contro l’oppressione, l’intolleranza e l’ingiustizia, sostenendo in questo modo il rispetto dei diritti umani e della democrazia nel mondo. ››  seguito