KBH.G was founded in 2018 by Sibylle Piermattei Geiger, to provide a forum for art and culture to the interested public. Entrance is free of charge.

The PROZ is a cultural magazine that appears eleven times a year and presents current information on cultural life in the Basel area in three clearly structured parts. Based on a broad concept of culture, the editorial section reports on cultural events, cultural workers, venues and cultural policy in the region. The exclusive contributions from the organizers in the “Culture Scene” section reflect the diversity of cultural activities. The comprehensive agenda clearly presents around 1,500 cultural tips per month. Inclusion in the agenda , which is printed as a separate brochure, is free of charge for the organizers. The agenda is also available free of charge at www.proz.online .

Parterre Basel From an informal youth center café to an SME The history of the Parterre Basel is a long one, and one spurred by social engagement. In 1942, the BFA (Basler Freizeitaktion, engl. “Basel Recreational Activities”) was founded with the goal of establishing an open youth work center. The idea was to offer diversion for the youth during the hard times of the on-going war — such as workshops and open meeting points, but also activities such as choirs, hiking, and trips. Today, the BFA still operates several youth centers and activities, albeit now as JuAr Basel. In 1975, the BFA opens the “Kaffi Schlappe” next to the Kaserne, including a youth counselling center, probably one of the first of its kind in Switzerland. Since 1992, the restaurant has continuously been developed and expanded according to economic criteria. With the takeover of the premises previously used by the GGG library on the first floor/ground floor, the restaurant now stands on its own feet as a business. In 1999, the Restaurant Parterre is opened, replacing the “Kaffi” but still keeping the aspects of social engagement and youth work in place. The business behind the restaurant is accordingly called Parterre Basel but still run by the BFA. Over the next few years, the company expands further, incorporating more subsectors to its business areas. Amongst others, laundry and cleaning services are now offered, and a buvette (an outdoor snack bar) is opened during the summer months on the Rhine bank. Additionally, the restaurant Rialto (2003) and the event hall Querfeld (2007) have been taken over as venues, which is another step for the Parterre Basel to become an SME. As you can see, the formerly socially engaged youth center has become a profit-oriented and economically minded business with a focus on cultural and social engagement. In 2006, the BFA hands over the Parterre Basel business to four private investors. As a result, the previously established business was split into the Parterre AG (Gastronomy, cultural arts, events), and Parterre Tangram (social engagement, work integration, etc.) Mid-2015 sees another change that is indicative of future developments. Yvonne Hürlimann-Hockenjos, the long-standing patron, is now joint owner of the afore-mentioned established businesses, together with Peter Sterli und Roland Aebi. In addition, Yvonne Hürlimann-Hockenjos’ granddaughter, Diane Hürlimann, has been delegated to the Board of Directors and the shareholders’ meeting/committee.

For more than 50 years, ECAP Basel has been a reliable partner for migrants and institutions when it comes to professional and social integration. Our courses are adapted to the specific needs and realities of the participants and provide access to continuing education for people who are unfamiliar with education. We are constantly developing our courses further. New projects and courses can also be developed and carried out at short notice. We have many years of experience and competence in educational work as well as motivated and well-trained course leaders. We systematically evaluate the results of our courses in order to guarantee the highest possible quality. More than 150 employees help us achieve our goals and teach our courses. We value good and constructive cooperation, tolerance and mutual respect. We have an open and honest information policy and promote continuous training. ECAP Basel in its course programme offers a wide range of courses in German, literacy, vocational training and computer science, as well as a crèche and a playgroup: • Compact and intensive German courses • German courses for new immigrants • Standard German courses in the afternoons, in the evenings or on Saturdays • Industry-oriented German courses (cleaning, construction, catering) • Intensive and standard literacy courses • Conversation courses • Modular course for basic skills • Computer Science courses in German and Italian • Playgroup Papagei with early language support • Kindertraumhüüsli day centre with early language support • Childcare • Courses in the language and culture of origin (HSK) We are also an accredited examination center for telc and CELI certifications and fide test. Here you can find more information .

Ich bekam eine ehrliche Beratung, wo man mir die Lage und die Erfolgsaussichten aufzeigte. die Sitzungen waren stets sehr effizient! Danke!