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Don’t forget to be kind to your skin
Even though we are staying indoors and not getting as much fresh…
March 31, 2020/by Daniela FigueiraOnline excursions for April
Yes, we are staying at home for the foreseeable future. Though,…
March 30, 2020/by Carmel McNamaraOnline Income Tax Return Seminars April 2020
Two free Online Income Tax Return Seminars will take place…
March 30, 2020/by AriannaVincent van Gogh painting stolen from Singer Laren museum
A Van Gogh masterpiece was stolen during a break-in at the Singer…
March 30, 2020/by AriannaBurglary in Singer Laren museum
There was a break-in last night at the Dutch art museum Singer…
March 30, 2020/by AriannaDoes our mood change the taste of wine?
When we are emotionally tired, we are drawn to tastes that cheer…
March 29, 2020/by ChristinaYou are limitless: start creating opportunities
You are confined only by the walls you build yourself.
We…
March 28, 2020/by Rachel SmetsWe…
The coronavirus and your company: government measures to help businesses
This information is provided by Netherlands Chamber of Commerce,…
March 28, 2020/by AriannaDutch museums closed until 1 June
From the Van Gogh Museum to the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, from…
March 27, 2020/by AriannaDutch crisis committee announces tougher coronavirus measures
The government’s crisis committee met again on Monday afternoon…
March 24, 2020/by AriannaEarth Hour 2020: because every little helps, let’s spread the love!
Save the date! It’s happening on Saturday 28 March 2020 at…
March 23, 2020/by Lucile CourtinAround Haarlem during the coronavirus crisis
It is advisable to stay indoors at this time of social distancing.…
March 22, 2020/by Julia SmileWould you consider moving to a meat- and dairy-free diet?
An EU subsidy for meat-related advertising has been making headlines…
March 20, 2020/by Carmel McNamaraTaking time for yourself on this global journey
This article outlines tips for keeping the stress levels down…
March 19, 2020/by Tyler PrideauxWhat it means to be Irish
For the day that’s in it – the day being St Patrick’s Day…
March 17, 2020/by Fiona McGeeverUpdate on new Dutch measures as prime minister addresses the nation
The Dutch prime minister has given a historic live address to…
March 16, 2020/by Carmel McNamaraNetherlands closes schools, bars, cafes and restaurants in coronavirus fight
All schools and daycare centres in the Netherlands will be shut…
March 15, 2020/by AriannaTips for tackling infidelity and taking steps to heal
Forgiveness in the face of infidelity is a tough call, but it…
March 13, 2020/by Vivian ChionaFive books with a feminist focus for International Women’s Day
International Women's Day (Sunday 8 March) is a global day of…
March 8, 2020/by Lucas Amaro GarcíaA Day Trip to the Children’s Book Museum
The Children’s Book Museum, a museum dedicated to Dutch language…
March 7, 2020/by Jennifer CakirQuick and easy job interview prep tips
Once you’ve made it past the application into the interview…
March 6, 2020/by Amelia MaThings to do in Haarlem this March
The March agenda offers many and varied opportunities to get…
March 2, 2020/by Carmel McNamaraWill Dutch hand washing habits improve in order to combat coronavirus?
With the announcement today of the second case of coronavirus…
February 28, 2020/by Carmel McNamaraHousing crisis: Bloemendaal officially branded the most expensive place to buy a house in the Netherlands
Do you remember those golden days, when buying a house didn’t…
February 27, 2020/by Lucile CourtinComedy double this March in Haarlem
Get a double dose of laughs during March at the English spoken…
February 26, 2020/by Carmel McNamaraMarch expatsHaarlem monthly drink
Our next monthly event for expats and Dutchies to get together…
February 25, 2020/by Carmel McNamaraStop feeling lonely: two hacks to cure loneliness
How to stop feeling lonely.
Good morning!
I feel lost,…
February 24, 2020/by Rachel SmetsGood morning!
I feel lost,…
Dutch wine: take a tour to discover your new favourite tipple
I know what you are thinking: the Netherlands is famous for its…
February 23, 2020/by ChristinaAgain code yellow in province for strong gusts of wind
For the whole of the Noord-Holland The Royal Netherlands Meteorological…
February 22, 2020/by AriannaRecord new businesses opened in NL last year
A record number of new businesses opened in the Netherlands last…
February 22, 2020/by AriannaCarnival parade in Eindhoven cancelled due to high winds
The Carnival parade in Eindhoven has been cancelled this weekend…
February 21, 2020/by AriannaChoosing a daycare in Haarlem: 10 things to consider
It can be tough making that decision about which daycare centre…
February 17, 2020/by Gala Lázaro MurMusical tour of Haarlem with Gluren bij de Buren
On the day that many people stayed holed up behind closed doors…
February 15, 2020/by Carmel McNamaraMy love letter to the Netherlands
Dutch life from the perspective of an expat living in these flat…
February 9, 2020/by Jennifer CakirStorm Ciara to hit Netherlands on Sunday
The first storm of the year will hit the Netherlands on Sunday,…
February 8, 2020/by AriannaA day off in Hoofddorp
From water to land, between history and modernity: explore Hoofddorp…
February 8, 2020/by Lucile CourtinSteep increase in the number of Brits moving to the Netherlands
The number of British people moving to the Netherlands increased…
February 3, 2020/by Carmel McNamaraBoy (18) badly hit at bar in Haarlem
An 18-year-old from Haarlem was seriously injured last night…
February 2, 2020/by AriannaFirecrackers and sky rockets to be banned this year
The Dutch government has reached a deal to outlaw firecrackers…
February 1, 2020/by AriannaVan Gogh Museum acquires a unique Degas pastel
In a first for the Netherlands, the Van Gogh museum in Amsterdam…
January 29, 2020/by AriannaThings to do in Haarlem this February
Winter may not yet be over, though we can see signs that the…
January 27, 2020/by Carmel McNamaraGeluksroute: the road to happiness
Information
Geluksroute (Happiness Route) is a relaxed way…
January 27, 2020/by AriannaGeluksroute (Happiness Route) is a relaxed way…
Gluren bij de Buren Haarlem
Art event by Gluren bij de Buren on Sunday, February 9, 2020.
There…
January 27, 2020/by AriannaThere…
Haarlem New Year’s Comedy
Start 2020 laughing at the HAARLEM NEW YEAR'S COMEDY on Saturday,…
January 6, 2020/by AriannaNew Year’s plunge
Those crazy Dutch! Once you survived Sinterklaas, Christmas and…
January 1, 2020/by AriannaOliebollen, a Dutch New Year’s tradition
It is a Dutch tradition to eat 'oliebollen' on New Year's Day.…
January 1, 2020/by AriannaTop tips for last-minute Christmas shopping
Okay so it's December 18th, you could start to panic BUT we would…
December 18, 2019/by Fiona McGeeverLife in the Netherlands
90 days in: Life in the Netherlands. Is it time to stick or twist?
When…
December 12, 2019/by Jennifer CakirWhen…
Dortmund Christmas Markets
A day trip to Dortmund Christmas Markets!
When we think of the…
December 12, 2019/by Julia SmileWhen we think of the…
Haarlem Xmas Comedy & Drinks
Join the Haarlem Xmas Comedy, with a great international line…
December 9, 2019/by AriannaThings to do in Haarlem this December
Happy holidays to all our expatsHaarlem readers, December has…
December 2, 2019/by Fiona McGeeverSanta Run Haarlem 2019
The more Santa's the merrier!
Don your finest festive attire…
December 1, 2019/by Fiona McGeeverDon your finest festive attire…
Street of Queen Emma
Relive the time of the Queen Mother Emma in the Schagchelstraat…
December 1, 2019/by Fiona McGeeverHaarlem Christmas Markets 2019
Haarlem Christmas markets 2019 are just around the corner!
On…
December 1, 2019/by Fiona McGeeverOn…
How To Change Yourself Completely with ONE Simple Neurolinguistic Trick
How to change yourself completely
You are not who you…
November 30, 2019/by Rachel SmetsYou are not who you…
Things to do in Haarlem this November
November has arrived in Haarlem! The Christmas lights have begun…
November 10, 2019/by Fiona McGeeverSinterklaas comes to Haarlem
Sinterklaas and his Pieten will visit the city of Haarlem…
October 30, 2019/by Fiona McGeeverKLM Urban Trail Haarlem
On Sunday, November 10, KLM Urban Trail participants will once…
October 30, 2019/by Fiona McGeeverKUNSTLIJN HAARLEM 2019
The 34th edition of Kunstlijn or Art line Haarlem will take…
October 30, 2019/by Fiona McGeeverWijnSpijs Walk Haarlem XXL
To honor Haarlem as the Gastronomic Capital of the Netherlands,…
October 30, 2019/by Fiona McGeeverBoom Marketing 2019
Join the first International Marketing Conference & Comedy…
October 28, 2019/by AriannaCan you really mountain bike in the Netherlands?
Mountain biking in the Netherlands: An uphill climb or a flat…
October 25, 2019/by Dan GlasstetterHow to get UNSTUCK and create the LIFE you are meant to live
Start living the life you desire NOW!
Are you:
Feeling…
October 21, 2019/by Rachel SmetsAre you:
Feeling…
My first experiences with Dutch healthcare
Dutch healthcare: Perfectly practical or a painstaking quest…
October 18, 2019/by Jennifer CakirSave the date: 20 November, Boom Marketing 2019
Explore what's on in branding, marketing and technology
Boom…
October 15, 2019/by AriannaBoom…
Join the marketingSpark meetups & events
We organize interesting, cool and accessible events and meetups…
September 30, 2019/by AriannaTHINGS TO DO IN HAARLEM THIS OCTOBER
October has arrived and with it comes a host of Autumnal events…
September 30, 2019/by Fiona McGeeverGoodbyes
Goodbyes are all too familiar for expats, but they never get…
September 30, 2019/by Fiona McGeeverIn De Wolken Festival Harlemmermeer
Practical advice for new parents and parents to be!
The…
September 30, 2019/by Fiona McGeeverThe…
Museum Night Kids Haarlem
After three very successful editions in The Hague, Museum Night…
September 30, 2019/by Fiona McGeeverMugfest 2019 Sustainability Festival
Sustainable initiatives in Haarlem
On Sunday, October 6th…
September 30, 2019/by Fiona McGeeverOn Sunday, October 6th…
‘i am not a tourist’ annual Expat Fair for Internationals
Everything you want to know about the Dutch expat life, under…
September 26, 2019/by AriannaHow to let go of your past? CHANGE your future.
Your past doesn’t determine your future, create your new future…
September 25, 2019/by Rachel SmetsPoetry for beginners
Three gateway poetry books for beginners
As a…
September 23, 2019/by Lucas Amaro GarcíaAs a…
Haarlem Comedy Café
Beleef comedy op zijn best: met goede Nederlandstalige comedians,…
September 22, 2019/by AriannaA day off in Bloemendaal
Take time out in affluent Bloemendaal, a short bike ride from…
September 19, 2019/by Lucile CourtinClimbing to the light
The new Saint Bavo church in Haarlem has always been a bit of…
September 17, 2019/by Dan GlasstetterBreak-up letter to a friend: The truth shall set you free
A month ago I had the unfortunate displeasure of breaking up…
September 17, 2019/by Edna KuipersComedy on Top of Haarlem 4
The Haarlem Comedy Factory and DeDakkas present their fourth…
September 9, 2019/by AriannaOpen House Weekend Toneelschuur & Filmschuur
Have you always been curious about that very special building…
September 9, 2019/by AriannaTheater tip: LANGUAGE by Vanja Rukavina
Let Language lead the way to a better world.
Welkom bij…
September 9, 2019/by AriannaWelkom bij…
Toneelschuur Haarlem ‘Language No Problem’ Theater Program September-December 2019
Toneel-en Filmschuur Haarlem offers a ‘language no problem’…
September 9, 2019/by Fiona McGeeverLife isn’t an extended vacation
Life in the Netherlands: Week 6
Life isn’t an extended vacation
For…
September 3, 2019/by Jennifer CakirLife isn’t an extended vacation
For…
Haarlem Late Summer Comedy: Friday September 6th
Enjoy late summer with a laugh, a chat and a good time. With a…
September 2, 2019/by AriannaTHINGS TO DO IN HAARLEM THIS SEPTEMBER
Summer may be coming to an end but there are plenty of reasons…
September 2, 2019/by Fiona McGeeverTeva Half from Haarlem
Dust of your running shoes for the Teva Half from Haarlem
On…
September 1, 2019/by Fiona McGeeverOn…
Pentagon Huiskamerfestival
The Vijfhoek Huiskamerfestival Haarlem
What has Pieter Derks,…
September 1, 2019/by Fiona McGeeverWhat has Pieter Derks,…
Superhero Kids run Haarlem
Unleash your superpowers this September!
If you are between…
September 1, 2019/by Fiona McGeeverIf you are between…
Heritage Days
Experience history on your doorstep during Heritage Days
I…
September 1, 2019/by Fiona McGeeverI…
PolderGoud Festival
PolderGoud Festival 2019
PolderGoud Festival is a…
September 1, 2019/by Fiona McGeeverPolderGoud Festival is a…
Schalkwijk aan Zee Festival
Schalkwijk aan Zee Festival
Today, Sunday 1st of September,…
September 1, 2019/by Fiona McGeeverToday, Sunday 1st of September,…
Marnetta’s Soul Food
Food for the soul!
From Jamaica to Haarlem, Fiona McGeever…
August 26, 2019/by Fiona McGeeverFrom Jamaica to Haarlem, Fiona McGeever…
Taalthuis open day September
Are you interested in following a Dutch course? Do you want to…
August 23, 2019/by AriannaMy first realisations of Dutch life
Life in the Netherlands: Week One
My first realizations of…
August 20, 2019/by Jennifer CakirMy first realizations of…
Haarlem Summer Comedy
The Haarlem Comedy Factory & City Beach Bar Oerkap present…
August 12, 2019/by AriannaTHINGS TO DO IN HAARLEM THIS AUGUST
August is here and with it comes an array of fantastic events!…
August 1, 2019/by Fiona McGeeverHaarlem Culinair silver jubilee
This August will mark the 25th edition of Haarlem's favourite…
August 1, 2019/by Fiona McGeeverHaarlem Jazz & More 2019
Haarlem Jazz & More 2019, from Wednesday 14th of August until…
July 30, 2019/by Fiona McGeeverHaarlem TAPT Festival
Beer lovers rejoice! Haarlem TAPT Festival is on its way to Haarlem!
The…
July 30, 2019/by Fiona McGeeverThe…
ProefPark Haarlem Food Truck Festival
The 2019 summer edition of ProefPark Haarlem Food Truck Festival…
July 29, 2019/by Fiona McGeever