STRUGGLING

In 2011, Brian P. Schmidt, along with Adam Riess and Saul Perlmutter, was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics for their discovery that the universe is expanding at an accelerating rate. They thus confirmed an idea proposed by Albert Einstein in 1917, but later rejected as his biggest mistake. Schmidt had originally expected the expansion to slow down, but his research showed the opposite. Schmidt was born in the USA in 1967. He studied physics and astronomy in Arizona before completing his doctorate at Harvard. From 1994 onwards, he headed the international High-z Supernova Search Team at the Australian National University (ANU). The cosmos, which Schmidt has devoted himself to since his term as Vice-Chancellor of the ANU, no longer lies solely in the depths of space, but also in the hills around Canberra: at his Maipenrai winery, he produces excellent Pinot Noir. He even brought a bottle of his wine to the Nobel Prize ceremony as a gift for King Carl XVI. Gustaf of Sweden.

Moderation: Professor Dr. Jürgen Kluge,

Chairman of the Lindauer Foundation

Nobel Laureate Meetings

Admission free

START 20:00 PM in Kaamp-Hüs, 1st floor, Room II

LANGUAGE English

How lonely was God before creation? Why did Eve eat the forbidden apple? And what does the Flood have to do with climate change? Sisters Sabine Rückert, deputy editor-in-chief of ZEIT for many years, and Johanna Haberer, professor of theology, talk about the Bible. They recount all the stories they grew up with as pastors' daughters – and in doing so, do away with kitsch and clichés. They ask: What do the ancient myths of the Bible tell us today? Among pastors' daughters, no one wants to convert anyone, but rather to tell stories and encourage reflection: What is actually contained in the Book of Books? Both women were strongly influenced by their parents' home – an open, Protestant home with plenty of religion, discussion, and humor. In this conversation, they explain why they have remained faithful to the Bible to this day, what they doubt, what they are amazed by, and what wisdom, insight into human nature, and moral guidance they have taken from this ancient book for today. And they give an outlook on their new podcast, which will launch in summer 2025.

Moderation: Journalist Imke Wein

ADMISSION Advance sale € 21 | Door € 25

START 20:00 PM at Kaamp-Hüs, admission from 19:30 PM

There are many white dinners. Only we here in Kampen offer a white dinner with a magnificent beach view at one of the most beautiful spots in Germany! A stylish picnic all in white, with old and new friends.

Laughing, chatting, celebrating, feeling your feet in the sand, listening to the waves and enjoying the sunset—that's how we celebrate our White Dinner on the beach in Kampen. Come join us!

Information on ticket presales for the White Dinner will follow shortly. Advance ticket sales will be available exclusively online.

Spend a lovely summer evening with us and experience the community of the Kampen Volunteer Fire Department. We look forward to seeing you!

Program highlights:

Children's program: Our little guests can look forward to exciting games and thrilling rides in the fire engine.

Culinary offerings: Delicious food and refreshing drinks await you.

Music: Dance and party to the sounds of our DJ and enjoy the live music of the Norddörfer Music Club.