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Clean Seas Campaign “Our Ocean Campaign” Takes Place on April 19, 2025

Clean Seas Campaign “Our Ocean Campaign” Takes Place on April 19, 2025★Our Ocean, Our Action!★ ★Our Ocean Campaign (OOC)★Join us for the Our Ocean Campaign, a marine environment cleanup initiative (beachcombing and plogging) in celebration of the successful hosting of the 10th Our Ocean Conference (OOC)—a high-level global forum that facilitates discussions on marine issues and international cooperation. —and to support Busan’s vision as a sustainable global marine city.Participants will receive an OOC promotional T-shirt and beach cleanup supplies. In addition to coastal cleanup activities, a variety of engaging programs such as a treasure hunt, citizen pledge wall, and hands-on experiences will be offered. We welcome your active participation and interest!※ This event is sponsored by BNK Busan Bank.☆ Campaign OverviewEvent Title: Our Ocean CampaignDate Time: Saturday, April 19, 2025, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PMLocation: Central Fountain, Songdo BeachTheme: One step to protect the ocean, a giant leap to protect our futureHosted/Sponsored by: Busan Metropolitan City / BNK Busan Bank★ Important Notices (Must Read!)On-site registration is available, but pre-registration via the QR code on the banner is highly recommended to enhance your campaign experience.In case of severe weather (e.g., heavy rain), the schedule may be subject to change. Please ensure your contact information is accurate when pre-registering so we can inform you of any updates in advance.10th Our Ocean Conference○ Period: April 28-30, 2025○ Venue: BEXCO○ Website: https://ourocean2025.kr/

Busan Launches ‘English Waves,’ a Play-based English Textbook for Young Learners

Busan Launches ‘English Waves,’ a Play-based English Textbook for Young Learners□ The exciting journey of English learning alongside Boogi and the children of Busan has officially begun.□ ‘English Waves,’ an English textbook for kindergarten and lower-level elementary students, was released on March 11, 2025, and is set to expand upon English education opportunities while easing the financial burden on parents.○ The textbook follows a Finnish-style, play-oriented curriculum, enabling children to acquire English naturally in real-life contexts through cultural experiences rather than direct instruction or rote memorization.□ A child-centered approach incorporating content and language integrated learning fosters sustained engagement.○ The program is tailored to different age groups and proficiency levels, with Level 1 for kindergarteners and Level 2 for first and second graders. Each level includes eight storybooks and eight workbooks, totaling 32 volumes.□ Busan’s public outrearch character, ‘Boogi,’ as well as iconic spots and cultural elements—Haeundae Beach, Yongdusan Park, and the Busan Fireworks Festival—bring English learning to life, making it more relatable and enjoyable for children.□ Starting March 11, textbooks and accompanying audio resources will be available online at www.busan.go.kr/englishbusan and www.busan.go.kr/bschild.□ English Waves will also be introduced in ‘Deullak Nallak Play with English’ centers from March 18 and distributed to early childhood institutions citywide, ensuring high-quality English education for children.

Busan in Bloom ② Yuchae Flowers

source: visitbusan As cold weather recedes, bright yellow yuchae flowers emerge, a vibrant antidote to winter's gloomy gray. Small clusters of yuchae grow along roads and sidewalks, smiling brightly at citizens going about their day. The absolute brilliance of the yuchae, however, is revealed in a vast field when the flowers form a mesmerizing golden sea.🌼 Daejeo Ecological Park Located on the west side of the Nakdonggang River, Daejeo Ecological Park boasts Busan's largest yuchae flower field. Visitors can stroll along well-paved walkways or rent bicycles with an ID for an immersive experience. The area also features tennis courts and park golf courses. ◎ Address: 1-5 Daejeo 1-dong, Gangseo-gu🌼 Oryukdo Sunrise ParkOryukdo Sunrise Park offers breathtaking views of the ocean and the Oryukdo Islets, enhanced by vivid yellow yuchae flowers. Located in Yongho-dong, Nam-gu District, the park is the starting point of Haeparang Trail Course 1, connecting to Igidae Waterfront Park via a scenic wooden deck path. ◎ Address: 137 Oryukdo-ro, Nam-gu<Today's Vocabulary - 오늘의 단어>recede: 물러나다 emerge: 나타나다 vibrant: 생동감있는 antidote: 해소 cluster: 무리 brilliance: 화려함 mesmerize: 매료시키다 immersive: 몰입형Editor: Song SoomiCopy Editors: Ryu Hyoseung, Anton J. Mapoy 

Get down at the 2025 Busan Step Up Dance Festival

 Get ready to step up and elevate your dancing spirit! The 2025 Busan Step Up Dance Festival, one of Busan’s iconic youth cultural events, will take place over three days from May 16 to 18. The vibrant festival will unfold at popular attractions across the city, including the Busan Cinema Center in Haeundae-gu District. The festival promises to captivate audiences with dynamic competitions, such as the K-Pop Cover Dance Championship, the Dance Performance World Championship, the World Street 1-on-1 Battle, and a contest to crown The Best Dancer of Busan. Interested dancers and groups can register for the competition by April 7 through the event’s official website and will need to go through online preliminary rounds.The judging panel is more diverse than ever, ensuring fairness in the competition. The Best Dancer of Busan contest will feature notable judges, including singer Seven, Wooyoung Jang from the idol group 2PM, and choreographer Youngjoon Choi, renowned for his work with the idol group Seventeen. Additionally, a new program kicked off this year will showcase special performances by Dongwoo from the idol group Infinite and JinJin from ASTRO. A variety of extra events will enhance the festival experience, energizing audiences with thrilling performances from celebrated choreographers and idols. To promote the festival and engage the public, “Step Up Random Play Dance” events will be held throughout the city every weekend afternoon until May 3. Everyone is welcome to join these dance parties, although the schedule may vary depending on the weather. For more details on competition registration, please check the official website, where updates will be posted. The festival is looking for enthusiastic performers vying for their share of the 38,000,000 won in prize money. ※ 2025 Busan Step Up Dance Festival, May 16 to 18◎ Busan Cinema Center: 120 Suyeonggangbyeon-daero, Haeundae-gu◎ Website: busanstepupfestival.com<Today's Vocabulary - 오늘의 단어> elevate: 높이다 vibrant: 활기찬 captivate: 사로잡는 preliminary: 예선전 fairness: 공정성 kick off: 시작하다 enthusiastic: 열정적인 vie: 겨루다Editor: Song SoomiCopy Editors: Ryu Hyoseung, Anton J. Mapoy