2009-11-09

grave, willi graf

Willi Graf - 1918-1943

Willi Graf was raised in Saarbrücken. As a schoolboy and student, he was a member of the anti-Nazi resistance movement, playing an active role in the White Rose resistance group. He was arrested twice. At the second time, he was executed. Since then, he has become a fine example of civil courage and seven schools have been named after him, including the Willi Graf Gymnasium in Saarbrücken.

2009-11-06

glass façade,  sport school

Infinity of glass

The façade of the swimming pool on the grounds of the Hermann Neuberger Sport School.

2009-11-05

statue, grey day,

Looking away

This sculpture is entitled Sitzende (Sitting woman) and is the work of a local artist, Otto Zewe (1921-2003).

2009-11-01

halloween, pumpkin

Halloween

It is probably something that has only been picked up in recent years from American TV and films, but now scaring the neighbours and getting some sweets is a firm favourite with children in Saarbrücken.