Ahoj, Monday! Your morning cup of Prague

Czech president Petr Pavel paid tribute to the Roma and Sinti victims of the Holocaust Sunday; he is only the second president to attend the annual memorial at Lety, a former WWII concentration camp.
Prime Minister Petr Fiala said that the government's austerity package, which aims to consolidate public finances, will not change.
Childcare coverage and availability of GPs are Czech health sector priorities; Czech Health Minister Vlastimil Válek said he will request an increase in funds for mental health care and prevention programs.
Czechia's second chance at Eurovision glory has a literary twist; see which Czech novel was selected for the Eurovision Book Contest, which will reveal its winners on June 2.

Monday, May 15|The second phase of repairs begins on the Barrandov Bridge in Prague today. Drivers should expect gradual traffic restrictions on the bridge, including the closure of the access ramp from K Barrandovu Street.
Monday, May 15|The Open House festival, running through May 21 kicks off today, allowing architecture lovers to visit typically inaccessible spaces for free.
Tuesday, May 16|On this day in 1868, the foundation stone of Prague's National Theatre was laid. Read more about the history of NT here.
Wednesday, May 17|The next film in the Some Like It Czech film series takes place today. Catch Dark Blue World, the story of Czechoslovak pilots who served in the British Royal Air Force during World War II at Kino Aero.
Thursday, May 18|Czech Radio is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year with a series of events, open days, and building illuminations that culminate in a free concert at Prague's Riegrovy Sady today.
Friday, May 19|Beginning today and running through May 21, the annual We Are Open festival showcases the galleries of Prague 7.