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Yoko Ono Brings Birthday Bash to Berlin

Yoko Ono has had her share of fans and detractors over the years, but it's hard to discredit her staying power in a world that moves away from the idols and celebrities of yonder and with a celebration of her birthday in Berlin, she's still one to make headlines. Famous for her involvement with the beatles, but more relevantly for her artistic career, Ono's 80th was met with a sold-out Plastic Ono Band concert, led by her very own son.

Berlin Burgeoning With Film Festivities

Berlin doesn't have a ubiquitous reputation as a patron of the arts like Paris, but that doesn't mean they don't have an appreciation for the fine as exemplified with the Berlinale or Berlin International Film Festival as it's known to foreign audiences. Bringing together and showcasing some of the finest examples of 21st century film, including the Iranian Mr. Panahi and the French-Canadian Denis Côté.

Traditional Weaving Revived in Berlin

Isabell de Hillerin has made her residence in Berlin and launched a new label that's actually very, very old. Starting from nothing more a tiny workshop in a hip area of town, she has reached out to find the perfect style, and found it in traditional weaving patterns from Romania and Moldova. Half business and half preservation, Hillerin's business is flourishing and appearing in stores the world over.

Berlin A New Patron of the Arts

The arts have found a new home and loving patron in the form of Berlin as artists the world over flood the city with all manner of the arts blossoming across the city. From long lasting jazz clubs to curious but stylish street art, Berlin has been on a steady rise in terms of art and culture for decades culminating in its modern fusion of world-wide culture.

Berlin Wall Under Siege

Though it's been decades since the darn thing “fell,” it may come as a surprise to some that Berlin's infamous wall still stands and local residents plan to keep it that way. Despite its historical “destruction,” parts of the wall have remained in place as a historical reminder and monument to the strife, triumph, and reunification of the nation. All of this is now under threat by the greatest evil of capitalism: housing developments, and local residents are prepared to fight.

The Night Scene in Berlin

With so many amazing things to do and see in Berlin, deciding on what you should do while visiting this lively city can be a somewhat daunting task.

Café Einstein

A great spot to take a few minutes out of a hectic vacation schedule, Café Einstein is a place where you can sit sown, relax, and truly enjoy your time in one of the best cafes in Berlin.

Chamaleon Theater

A highly recommended attraction in Berlin, the Chamaleon Theater is an extremely fun place to visit that provides guests with cool shows, lively humor and a good selection of food and drink.