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Coronavirus vaccinations without appointment

Have you not been vaccinated against COVID-19 yet but do you…
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No restrictions for on-site learning but other measures against COVID-19 extended

This week saw the 22 millionth dose of vaccine administered.…
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Checklist entering or returning to the Netherlands from abroad – August 2021

Good preparation is important for your return trip to the Netherlands.…
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SUMMER COURSES DUTCH: ONLINE AND FACE TO FACE

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Since June 5th the Mall of the Netherlands in Leidschendam presents an interactive TikTok-Museum.Solen Feyissa

First Tik-Tok-Museum in The Netherlands

Since June 5th the Mall of the Netherlands in Leidschendam presents…
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What’s that noise coming from the painting?

Imagine you are lying on the couch, thinking about the beauty…
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Best holiday parks in the Netherlands for an unforgettable summer

Summer holidays are around the corner! If you are already thinking…
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Buying a property in today’s housing market

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If you are, or have recently talked to anyone who is, a prospective…
This course is meant for children in the age between 8 and 12 to expand their knowledge of Dutch. Both online and face-to-face in Haarlem, starting May 10th.

Dutch for Children

This Monday afternoon course is meant for children in the age…
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So, any plans for this another-social-distancing weekend?

Although it's been a year that we’re practising social distancing,…
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Unruly kids: is it time to embrace the ‘time out’?

Time out is often used to calm children down. It is a controversial…
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Freebies for newborns in the Netherlands

When your new baby is delivered, this will undoubtedly be the…
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Festive Traditions: Ukraine vs the Netherlands

Many expats celebrating the festive season in the Netherlands…
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Choosing a primary school in Haarlem

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The process of picking the perfect primary school starts a long…
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Dutch coronavirus response: survey for internationals

A new survey aimed at internationals living in the Netherlands…
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Experiencing gratitude even in tough times

It is mid-November and Thanksgiving is just around the corner.…
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Kids who give a helping hand to be honoured: call for nominations!

Haarlem’s very own children’s mayor, Quinten de Lange, is…
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The Netherlands ranked best place to grow up by UNICEF report

According to a recent UNICEF report, Dutch kids come out top…
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Tips for communicating with your kids

Trying to get your message across in a busy household takes work.…
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How to calm down children?

When children are at home a lot, surrounded by their brothers…
There is recurrent car vandalism in the Vijfhoek in Haarlem. Local Municipality and Police are aware of the situation but do nothing. The citizens pay the fee of this uncontrolled vandalism.

Car vandalism in the Vijfhoek

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Last Friday morning my car was damaged in de Vijfhoek. The perpetrator…
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First official national heat wave of the year

The Netherlands officially has the first national heat wave of…
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Reflecting on my first year in the Netherlands

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The first year as an expat in the Netherlands brings a roller…
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Spending time with your baby: setting the balance

Motherhood is a juggling act for sure. Best not to get stuck…
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Go on safari 1.5 hours’ drive away from Haarlem

If you opted for a 'staycation' and are looking for ideas of…
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The Highs and Lows of Back to School

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The gates are open again for many schools across the country…
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Expat life: which way next?

Recent events have probably been causing us to ponder a true…
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10 intriguing ways to stay connected with loved ones abroad

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A Day Trip to the Children’s Book Museum

The Children’s Book Museum, a museum dedicated to Dutch language…
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Choosing a daycare in Haarlem: 10 things to consider

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It can be tough making that decision about which daycare centre…