Jungles, ijsberen en quizzen: de EESC houdt op 8 mei open dag in het kader van de biodiversiteit (en)

Have you ever dreamt of embarking on a biodiversity expedition which brings you face to face with a polar bear and the great white shark? Do you like the idea of being filmed in a jungle setting? Would you relish the chance to climb up a rope bridge? Or do you have questions on Europe that need answering? On Saturday 8 May 2010, the European Economic and Social Committee is opening its doors to everyone and throwing festivities to celebrate biodiversity.

This year, the Committee invites everyone to discover nature’s treasure house and the importance of preserving an ecological balance. Several activities for the whole family are scheduled all day long in order to raise awareness on biodiversity in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. EESC members from across the continent will show citizens around the Committee and explain the role of the EESC, answer their questions, discuss their vision of Europe, along with their ideas, hopes and fears.

Taking part in an explorer's expedition will be one of the many activities: the daredevils who set off on this journey will have to overcome trials and tribulations to discover the great white shark or the incredible world of bees. A souvenir of the journey awaits everyone who takes up the challenge.

Visitors will also have the opportunity to have their say and get filmed in a very special "jungle" setting. They will also be able to ask questions to EESC members who will answer through the Committee's website.

There will be something for everyone: an activity book to take home, and face painting by makeup artists for children of all ages! Sportsmen will be able to test their agility on the rope bridge while students and eggheads can compete in a quiz on the European Union. And all this will be accompanied by festive music of all genres, from jazz and folk to rock and traditional Eastern European themes.

The Open Day will begin at 10 a.m. and end at 6 p.m.

Venue: EESC, Belliard Street, 99; 1040 Brussels.

For more information, call us at:

+32 475 753 202

or visit: http://eesc.europa.eu/openday/openday2010/index_en.asp