Linde Electronic is supporting our association with a generous donation of €1,000. With this donation, work areas such as the Zündstoffe material procurement department can now go shopping for fat boxes to give young and old better access to all rescued materials. The Änderei is treating itself to some fine exhibition lighting to give visual art the right amount of sparkle in the heart of Löbtau, and the refurbishment of our RON (Raum ohne Namen - room without a name) will allow us to buy finishing materials.For the expansion of the workshops and socio-cultural spaces in Dresden Löbtau, we want to give people young and old better access to our spaces.

After long, intensive work in the Urban League, the time has come: the "Gemeinsam Kreislaufen" roadmap has been published. In four phases, the "gold piece" outlines a clear path towards the vision of a central material depot - as an inspiration, guide and toolbox for all those who want to shape our cities together in a sustainable and resource-saving way.Practical examples from all over Germany show how it can work. The guide was developed in a co-research project with the network Initiatives for Material Cycles (IfM) and other experts from administration, foundations and municipal companies. It is therefore intended to serve as a resource for initiatives, cities and municipalities that wish to intensify their efforts towards sustainable and co-productive urban development.The roadmap shows how zero waste can become a living zero city practice: with concrete steps, tried-and-tested tools and examples that municipalities, initiatives and stakeholders can take up directly. We are delighted to be working with Luis & Lukas from FOR:UM who have been working on the handbook for the past two years. As an association, we were also able to support them as a sponsoring association.Hidden object picture by Lukas HamilcaroPublisher: Urban League and Initiatives for Material Cycles e.V.The publication was funded by the BMWSB as part of the accompanying urban development research.➡️ To the Urban League's announcement:https://urbane-liga.de/news/roadmap-zum-materialdepot-von-zero-waste-zu-zero-city/📄 Directly to the publication (PDF):https://urbane-liga.de/wpfiles/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/GEMEINSAM_KREISLAUFEN_Publikation_web_final.pdf

Solder, make noise, learn: On Tuesday, 4 November 2025, from 18:00, musician and artist Alwin Weber will show you how to build your own synthesizer, looper or effects unit - including an introduction to acoustics, electronics and, of course, soldering. All materials are included, there is a maximum of 10 places and the workshop is for ages 18 and over. Location: #Rosenwerk, Jagdweg 1-3, 01159 Dresden. Ends around 23:00. events.konglomerat.orgWhy go?Because "creative short circuit" is the name of the game here: Alwin has been teaching people around the world about circuit bending and DIY electronics for years - in a practical, interdisciplinary way and with lots of fun glitches. events.konglomerat.orgFacts in short:📅 4.11.2025, 18:00-23:00📍 #Rosenwerk, Jagdweg 1-3, Dresden👥 10 places, from 18 years of age🧰 Material included🎟️ 50 € (incl. 19% VAT) events.konglomerat.orgSecure your place now:Registration & tickets: events.konglomerat.org/synths-glitches/ events.konglomerat.orgLet's go for a creative short circuit!

No more finger acrobatics: with the self-built "MarcoPad" (aka Macropad on Raspberry Pi Pico) you can tinker as light as a feather - just the way you need it. In the two-day course "PicoPad - Raspberry Pi Pico Powered Macropad", we build a mini keyboard together for your favorite shortcuts and program it precisely for your tools. Annoying keyboard shortcuts? Banished forever.When & where?Sat, 15.11.2025, 2-7 pm & Sun, 16.11.2025, 12-5 pm #Rosenwerk, Jagdweg 1-3, 01159 DresdenParticipation fee: €50 (incl. 19% VAT)What you do in the workshop:Day 1: Assemble & solder hardware - with interchangeable keycaps and switches.Day 2: Programming with CircuitPython - key mapping for your apps (e.g. video calls, email snippets, Photoshop, DAW, streaming/gaming).All materials are provided, bring your laptop on the second day.Secure your place now:Registration & tickets: events.konglomerat.org/pico-pad-25/

As part of the Cross Media Tour, you can build your own gossip switch and learn the basics of electronics in a fun way.Day 1 starts on the plug-in board (without soldering), day 2 is on the circuit board - with a soldering iron. You can take part in day 1 or both days. No previous knowledge is necessary.When & where?18.& October 19, starting at 10:00 a.m#Neues Volkshaus CottaWhy take part?Touch, understand and make electronics yourselfInstant success thanks to the kitPerfect for trying out soldering - safely and with guidanceRegistration & details👉 crossmediatour.de/course/switch/?select=4141Let's get creative with clapping - the light is listening!

As part of Linke Monats (LIMO ), media designer Bernadette Geiger is presenting her master's thesis "Between Real and Realistic" at Änderei. The work combines artistic research and game design to create a video game installation that asks: What does "realistic" feel like - and what is actually "real" about it?After exploring the installation, we will talk together about perception, immersion and responsibility in digital spaces: from aesthetics and narrative forms to questions of politics, the public sphere and participation.Schedule:Admission: 19:30Start: 20:00Location: Änderei (Dresden)Why go there?A rare insight into a fresh graduation project at the interface of art & gamesHands-on: Experience the installation, followed by a talk & Q&AMeeting point for all those who think media, design, activism and critical practice togetherMore info & impressions:Linker Monat (LIMO): https://www.instagram.com/linker_monat_dresden/Bernadette Geiger: https://bernadettegeiger.com/cv.htmlChange: https://www.instagram.com/a.e.n.d.e.r.e.i/?hl=deCome along, play along - and discuss with us between real and "realistic".

On 06.10.2025 and 20.10.2025 we will be working together again - from 17:00.Whether knitting, crocheting or handicrafts: Bring your projects or try something new. All genders welcome!Location: Änderei, Altlöbtau 22, 01159 Dresden. InstagramWhy come by?cozy meeting place to exchange & learnSpace for beginners and advanced studentsMaterial & tips on site - you can also bring your ownYou can find more impressions from the Änderei on Instagram. InstagramWe look forward to making together!

Summer is here - and the Neue Volkshaus Cotta cordially invites you to the big summer party on Sunday, August 24, 2025! From 12:00 noon, a colorful program with music, treats and lots of good humor awaits you.Whether big or small - there is something for everyone:🎶 Varied music program for adults & children🍴 Hearty food and summery drinks for your physical well-being🎨 More surprises - and we need you for that!We are looking for creative contributions!Do you have ideas for activities, contacts with artists or want to contribute something to the program yourself? Then get in touch with us - we look forward to any support in designing the program!📧 Contact: mitmachen@neuesvolkshaus.de📋 Or enter your details directly in our form:👉 Click here for the participation formHelping hands wanted!Would you like to help shape the festival - during set-up, dismantling or in between as a helping hand? Great! Get in touch with Philip & Jana at the email above or directly here.📅 SAVE THE DATESummer party @ VHC🗓 Sunday, August 24, 2025🕛 12:00 - 18:00📍 Neues Volkshaus CottaWe look forward to a sunny, colorful day with you! 🌻