The initiative “Run for Nyon” is a sponsored run that all runners – and non-runners – can join. Sponsors pay CHF2.- per km that goes to the hospital staff as a thank you in the form of nice breakfasts or meals by local producers. What is it about? Two Nyon locals decided to support the […]
Join in the movement – buy a “pending coffee” at la roulotte
“Caffè sospeso” is a “pending coffee” or a “Café suspendu”. This concept allows people to pay for an extra coffee or meal that will be given to a person who cannot afford it. Nyon’s La Roulotte implemented this in 2016 and allows for this wonderful initiative to grow in our area. For La Roulotte just […]
Spreading a musical message of inclusion: Fondation Moi Aussi
“Moi Aussi” is an association founded by Laura Mulcahy speading the message of inclusion amongst children. Their lovely song with the same title: “Moi Aussi” is being used as a resource for public schools. This inspiring article is written for Living in Nyon by Eoghan O’Sullivan. When this Vich-based Irishman isn’t busy being an independent […]
Are you a US voter living abroad? Cast your ballot!
The Vote From Abroad website (https://www.votefromabroad.org/) is a non-partisan tool that assists United States (US) voters living abroad in registering to vote and requesting their ballots. Thanks to the VFA volunteers for this initiative and for this article. Vote From Abroad provides voting information for each of the 50 US states – a state by […]
Happy Easter to all Readers! Decorated Nyon Fountains from Previous Years
Happy Easter to all Readers! Easter 2020 is a bit of a strange year in Nyon as the town hasn’t held its Easter market and there are no decorated fountains around the town. Every year, these fountains are decorated by local clubs and societies in all sorts of imaginative ways, and they are a delight […]