As Kaunas birthday approaches, the final program of events becomes brighter. One of the highlights that day will be a gala dinner in the very center of the city, to which the old town community enthusiastically joins. On Saturday (May 23) from 5 p. m. the tables arranged at safe distances will stretch not only[…]

The old building facades left in Kaunas will acquire fresh colors with the help of the city. The unique heritage management program, which has been in place for 5 years, has made a significant contribution to the refurbishment of over a hundred buildings and continues this mission. Kaunas City Municipality plans to partially finance a[…]

Following the softening of quarantine conditions, from May 4 Kaunas Vincas Kudirka public library opens its doors again to visitors who already miss books. They will be able to return and borrow books, movies and music. This week, on April 28 – 30, only books which are safely quarantined for 72 hours will be accepted[…]

In Lithuania the quarantine was extended until 11th of May, but because the number of new infected people is dropping, it was decided to soften the quarantine conditions from April 27. All the countries in the world feel the consequences of COVID-19, especially in economic terms where many businesses suffer, and with the softening of[…]

School canteens, sports clubs, polyclinic pharmacies and most other businesses and organizations whose activities have been restricted as a result of quarantine may be exempted from property rent or receive significant discounts for the latter period. Such a form of support was provided for the tenants of the premises managed by Kaunas City Municipality, which[…]

In the near future, the prices of drinking water will change symbolically in Kaunas. Such an obligation of the National Energy Regulatory Council (VERT) was approved by Kaunas City Council at a remote meeting held on Tuesday. The change will affect Kaunas residents almost imperceptibly, because last year the water in Kaunas was cheaper by[…]

Fees for marketing permits in public places will be abolished for all outdoor cafes. Kaunas City Council is ready to confirm such a decision at a remote meeting on Tuesday. The softened quarantine conditions will allow outdoor catering to be provided from this week, and businesses will be able to use the funds saved at[…]

On April 27 Lithuania celebrates Medical Workers’ Day. For the 10 year in a row, a solemn ceremony had to take place at Kaunas City Hall, in which medics who had won the most sympathy from patients and colleagues would be awarded and honored. Quarantine, however, has forced a change in the established tradition. This[…]

The global COVID-19 pandemic has significantly frozen most activities. However, in the construction sector, a significant number of projects are continuing successfully. And one of them is a new ice arena in Kaunas. 7.5 thousand sq. m. of winter sports center is scheduled to be opened in the beginning of 2021. Tilted the riverbed The[…]

On 24 April there will be 95 years since Kaunas Vincas Kudirka public library was founded. The library invites you to mention this occasion virtually – by listening to the writings of the author, artist and performer, a distant relative of Vincas Kudirka, Žygimantas Kudirka. This unconventional, remote event will be broadcast live on the[…]