With the festive season approaching, why not combine pleasure and ethical commitment by choosing Fairtrade chocolate? By choosing Fairtrade chocolate, you’re not only helping to provide fair and dignified working conditions for producers, you’re also helping to protect the environment.
The Commune of Mamer supports Fairtrade Luxembourg’s initiatives
Please find attached an enlargeable leaflet with more information: FAIRTRADE CHOCOLAT
The autumn and winter months are more prone to burglary because of the advanced hours of darkness and reduced visibility.
Against this backdrop, the Police would like to remind you that good mechanical home security, an alarm system and individual vigilance considerably reduce the risk of being a victim of burglary.
Please find enclosed a leaflet with tips for preventive behaviour:
What if you used your own energy … to increase your energy autonomy and contribute to climate protection? A photovoltaic system produces electricity that you can either consume directly or feed into the grid in return for a fee.
If you are interested in such a project, the Klima Agency will provide independent advice free of charge.
Please find all the information on the attached leaflet:
Water is the very essence of life on our planet. To preserve it, we need to re-evaluate our habits and adopt actions that are more respectful of this precious resource.
Even the simplest actions can have a significant impact on preserving our water reserves.
This infographic, containing tips and tricks, was developed by Ëmweltberodung Lëtzebuerg, in partnership with the Administration de la Gestion de l’Eau, to raise public awareness of good practices and the protection of this essential resource.
Please find attached the infographic to enlarge:
GoldenMe, a non-profit organization supported by the Ministry for the Family, has set itself the mission of promoting the digital inclusion of senior citizens.
At the end of 2024, the LuxTrust token will be replaced by a mobile application. To help seniors through this transition, GoldenMe has put together simple guides in French and German.
Please find enclosed these guides, explaining step by step how to go from token to application.
More information on www.goldenme.lu
To support pollinators and biodiversity, it’s important to opt for a high-quality seed mix composed of wild plants from our regions.
The Syndicat intercommunal pour la protection de l’environnement SICONA, of which the commune of Mamer is a member, and the Musée national d’histoire naturelle have set up, in collaboration with other partners, a Luxembourg production of wild plant seeds.
Three blends are available.
For further information: www.wellplanzen.lu
Please find enclosed the enlargeable leaflet with sales points and further information about Wëllplanzesom Lëtzebuerg: SICONA SEEDS
Two new Chargy public charging columns for electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles have been put into service in the municipality.
One of the new terminals is located in the Mambra parking lot (next to the Vel’OH station); the other is in front of the Gaaschtbierg square (at the end of Gaaschtbierg street).
In the commune of Mamer, 14 charging stations are now available: 7 in Mamer, 5 in Capellen and 2 in Holzem.
Youth Work helps young people aged 16 to 29 to find their way in working life, and offers personal coaching and individual advice in the search for training and employment.
This service is free and optional.
There are 13 offices throughout the country, including the one in Mamer at Maison Citoyenne (8, rue Josy Barthel). Youth Work has been helping young people for over 10 years.
The first edition of “GoGo VELO”, organized by ProVelo asbl and Klima-Bündnis Lëtzebuerg with the support of the Ministry of Mobility and Public Works, will be launched from September 20 to October 31, 2024 with the mission “Around the world in 42 days”.
The aim is to cycle around the worldas many times as possible (40,075 km) in 6 weeks! The main aim of the campaign is to promote and establish cycling as a means of everyday transport.
To take part and possibly win prizes, simply download the “Radbonus” app from the Appstore, where the national “GoGo VELO” campaign will be available from September. During the ride, simply launch the app with the track button, and from September 20 to October 31, the kilometers covered will be automatically added to the total mission and all available challenges.
What’s more, it will be possible to report the state of cycling infrastructure via the app and thus contribute to its improvement.
More information on the campaign at www.gogovelo.lu
Please find enclosed the brochure in English and French: GOGO VELO
With the “Aktioun Päiperlek” (Butterfly Action), the nature protection union SICONA and the Muséum national d’histoire naturelle are drawing attention to the threat of butterfly extinction.
Under the title “Maacht mat!” (Get involved!), a joint species protection campaign has been launched to identify butterflies in our regions. Everyone can take part!
Here’s how it works:
Click here to download and enlarge the leaflet with the different butterfly species: AKTIOUN PAIPERLEK 2024
Using rainwater not only saves our precious drinking water, but also reduces the load on sewage systems, for example.
Intelligently used, rainwater can be reclaimed for watering the garden, flushing the toilet or washing the car, as well as for other outdoor uses, which is good for both the environment and the wallet.
Ëmweltberodung Lëtzebuerg (EBL) has produced an infographic for this purpose.
Please find attached the infographic as a pdf in four languages: EBL RAIN INFOGRAPHY
It’s that time of year for vacations and vacations.
To avoid any unpleasant surprises on the return journey, the Police have issued a few tips .
So, it is possible to sign up for occasional occasional police patrols, day or night, of your home.
Please find attached the flyer in German and French as a pdf to enlarge: POLICE DEPART VACANCES
Wasps have their uses in nature and are not dangerous to humans if they are not threatened. With the right behavior, there’s no danger, even near the nest.
To provide better information on the subject of wasps, the EBL (Ëmwëltberodung Lëtzebuerg) has published a dossier in three languages to show the different possibilities of living together with wasps.
You can download the file here:
CONSEILS SUR LES GUÊPES (FR)
WESPEN-RATGEBER (DE)
ADVICES ON WASPS
The Maison Citoyenne of the Commune of Mamer has launched the #ReciPeace project, which aims to represent cultural diversity through culinary recipes.
#ReciPeace invites people of all backgrounds and ages to use the attached form to submit recipes that hold a special place in their hearts or memories. Recipes that have personal stories and memories associated with them.
The idea is to bring these recipes together in the form of an illustrated book and share them.
Tell us about these dishes with sentimental values and share the story behind them.
Discover the #ReciPeace leaflet: HERE
From September 2024 to February 2025, the ‘Bicherbus’ will visit the municipality on the following Saturdays:
14th of September
05th of October
26th of October
16th of November
07th of December
11th of January
01st of February
22nd of February
To borrow books, the bus is parked from 11.05 am to 11.50 am in Mamer (rue François Trausch) and from 1.20 pm to 2.20 pm in Capellen (Cité Hueseknäppchen).
Due to construction work on the SICA site in Kehlen and the resulting reduction in the number of parking spaces, the ReSIClAgebuttek will remain closed on Saturdays from the 8th of June 2024.
According to SICA, the aim is to reduce queues on the road and in front of the recycling centre.
It will still be possible to drop off items at the shop on Saturdays. However, it will no longer be possible to take items away.
The ReSIClAgebuttek shop is open Monday to Friday from 9 am to 12 pm and 1 pm to 5 pm.
RePaMa (Représentants des parents d’élèves Mamerschoulen) is organising a collection of old schoolbags for the ‘Spëndchen’ service of the Luxembourg Red Cross and Caritas for children in Luxembourg.
Used schoolbags (cycles 1 to 4) can be dropped off at the Maison Relais leisure centre in Mamer. Special trolleys have been installed in the buildings for the collection.
The schoolbag must be in good condition, i.e. not broken, without holes and clean, just like a schoolbag you would give to your child.
The Red Cross ‘Spëndchen’ service coordinates the distribution of donations.
Please find more details in the attached leaflet: ACTION REPAMA
From the 16th of July to the 6th of September 2024 Visitt Guttland is once again organising the Guided Summer Tours.
Interesting events, excursions and workshops in various languages will be offered during the day and at night.
The full program and the QR code for registration can be found here: GUIDED SUMMER TOURS 2024
In the SuperDrecksKëscht’s recent waste sorting audit, the Commune of Mamer achieved very good results, underlining the commitment within the municipal services to responsible and more sustainable waste management.
The aim of the audit was to assess the effectiveness of the waste sorting system in municipal buildings and to identify opportunities for improvement. In total, 15 municipal buildings met the criteria examined during the annual audit.
The Commune of Mamer is also ready to take further steps to implement the audit recommendations to further establish sustainable and efficient waste management.
Until the 31st of August 2024, natur&ëmwelt organizes, together with its partners, the 27e edition of the campaign *En Dag an der Natur*.
The aim of the campaign is to awaken the interest of a large number of people in nature and to offer them the opportunity to experience the beauty of the landscapes, fauna and flora that surround us.
The 2024 event will feature 350 activities organised by over 100 local players.
The full programme is available on request from natur&ëmwelt (secretariat@naturemwelt.lu) and can be downloaded here: https://bit.ly/3QbAWpR
Luxembourg offers its residents a wide range of financial assistance. However, people are often unaware of what assistance can be applied for and what the procedures are. That’s why the Ministry for the Family, Solidarity, Living Together and Reception has launched a new campaign to inform people about the Revis (Social Inclusion Income). As well as leaflets on the subject in eight languages, videos have also been produced.
You can find more information on the Revis, the leaflets and the videos at this link: https://tinyurl.com/yr65f7ru.
Scams and deception have become increasingly common in recent years. And crooks are constantly coming up with new schemes to extract money from their victims.
The police are keen to raise public awareness of this phenomenon. Online and telephone scams have been on the increase recently.
More information in the attached leaflet.
For renovation work, the Klima-Agence provides a free renovation simulator.
Simple and intuitive, the simulator helps you to understand the current energy situation of your home and to identify the most suitable energy measures for a renovation project.
All the information can be found in the attached leaflet:
French version: HERE
German version:HERE
The Local Council of the Commune of Mamer has set the all-nighters for the year 2024. The opening hours of alcoholic drinks outlets are generally extended until three in the morning on the following dates:
Mamer:
Saturday, 19/10/2024 and Sunday, 20/10/2024 (big fair);
Capellen:
Saturday, 05/10/2024 and Sunday, 06/10/2024 (big fair);
Holzem:
Saturday, 18/05/2024 and Sunday, 19/05/2024 (big fair);
Entire municipality:
Saturday, 10/02/2024, Sunday, 11/02/2024 and Monday, 12/02/2024 (Carnival);
Saturday, the 09/03/2024 and Sunday, the 10/03/2024 (Mi-carême);
Sunday, 31/03/2024 (Easter);
Wednesday, 01/05/2024 (Labour Day);
Thursday, 09/05/2024 (Europe Day);
Sunday, 19/05/2024 (Pentecost);
Saturday, the 22/06/2024 (Eve of National Day);
Sunday, the 23/06/2024 ( National Day);
Tuesday, 24/12/2024 (Christmas Eve) and Wednesday, 25/12/2024 (Christmas);
Tuesday, 31/12/2024 (New Year’s Eve) and Wednesday, 01/01/2025 (New Year’s Day).
The Commune of Mamer is taking part in the national campaign to make everyday waste management easier.
To this end, the Environment Administration is making available the free mobile application application ‘Mäin Offall – Meng Ressourcen’, supported by local players, to help residents manage their waste on a daily basis.
Thanks to the virtual collection calendar, collection reminders and interactive map, all the information is at your fingertips.
The application is available in four languages (Lëtzebuergesch, French, German and English) for residents of around 85 municipalities. It can be downloaded free of charge from the AppStore and GooglePlay.
You can also take advantage of our on-demand collection services for old clothes, bulky waste, shrubbery waste, scrap metal and electrical appliances.
Contact the Syndicat SICA (Intercommunal Association for Public Hygiene of the Canton of Capellen) at least 3 working days before the date indicated by phoning. 30 78 38-1, Monday to Friday from 8am to 11.30am and from 13.30pm to 16.00pm or by emailing info@sica.lu.
Detailed information on the fees payable for collections on request (bulky waste, shrub waste, scrap metal and electrical appliances) is available at www.sica.lu.
