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ExpatsHaarlem February Events
February 2, 2023/by AriannaHaarlem Valentine’s Comedy
If laughter is the food of love and friendship, then come get…
February 1, 2023/by AriannaDUTCH TO THE RESCUE with Greg Shapiro at Amsterdam Brewery
Combine one of the best international comedians in The Netherlands…
January 31, 2023/by AriannaBrewery Tour De Prael Houthavens Amsterdam
Take a guided tour to get an insight into the beer brewing process…
January 31, 2023/by AriannaNew park in Haarlem at Dome Cathedral Nieuwe Bavo
Square at Dome Cathedral Nieuwe Bavo becomes park.
The…
January 29, 2023/by AriannaThe…
When old rules and roles no longer serve us (expat story)
We all bring rules from our childhoods into our adult lives.…
January 29, 2023/by Vivian ChionaPlastic bottle experiment in Haarlem city centre
Although there has recently been a deposit on PET bottles, many…
January 29, 2023/by AriannaNew Year Latin Vibes
It's time to celebrate the start of the new year in Latin style!…
January 23, 2023/by AriannaHaarlem New Year’s Comedy 2023
Start 2023 laughing at the HAARLEM NEW YEAR'S COMEDY on Friday…
January 16, 2023/by AriannaCompanies often forget about their own staff in tight labour market
Companies stop investing in own employees as focus turns to urgent…
January 16, 2023/by AriannaTen cars collide on A9 near Velsen-Zuid due to hailstorm
About ten cars collided on the A9 near Velsen-Zuid yesterday,…
January 16, 2023/by AriannaNS conductor tells travelers to watch out for “Mediterranean types”
Last week a conductor told on the train from Almere to Lelystad…
January 14, 2023/by AriannaNext week: winter is back with sleet and snow
The temperatures will drop and sleet and snow will be back in…
January 14, 2023/by Arianna20 New Year resolutions
The start of a year is also when people evaluate what they have…
January 8, 2023/by AriannaWhat’s with all the penises on expatsHaarlem?
As the editors of ExpatsHaarlem, we often get asked why our blog seems to have a preoccupation with penises. The answer is simple: we just can't get enough of them.
You see, as expats living in Haarlem, we are constantly on the lookout for new and exciting cultural experiences. And what could be more quintessentially Dutch than a good old-fashioned penis?
January 7, 2023/by MarcoYou see, as expats living in Haarlem, we are constantly on the lookout for new and exciting cultural experiences. And what could be more quintessentially Dutch than a good old-fashioned penis?
Epiphany celebrations
Many Christians around the world annually celebrate Epiphany…
January 6, 2023/by AriannaExpatsHaarlem January Events
January 5, 2023/by AriannaDUTCH TO THE RESCUE with Greg Shapiro
GREG SHAPIRO, Comedian. American. Dutchman. The voice of Trump…
January 5, 2023/by AriannaCircus performer out of danger after fall from great height in Haarlem
During a performance at the Christmas Circus Haarlem last night,…
January 5, 2023/by AriannaFireworks Old and New Year’s Eve in Haarlem
As of Old and New Year's Eve 2023, there will be a ban on fireworks…
December 30, 2022/by AriannaOliebollen, a Dutch New Year’s tradition
It is a Dutch tradition to eat 'oliebollen' on New Year's Day.…
December 30, 2022/by AriannaNew Year’s plunge
Those crazy Dutch! Once you survived Sinterklaas, Christmas and…
December 28, 2022/by AriannaWhite Christmas? Black Metal! 🤘
As the holiday season approaches, you can't escape the constant…
December 24, 2022/by AriannaChristmas Carols 2022 in Haarlem
It's time for Christmas Carols again, on Saturday 24 December…
December 23, 2022/by AriannaBubble trouble to… fizz into the new year!
Sparkles and bubbles are the musts of Christmas holidays, especially…
December 22, 2022/by Christina KambanellaLaunch: new Haarlem song Ze Heeft Me Betoverd
Ze Heeft Me Betoverd / She Has Enchanted Me is an ode by singer-songwriter…
December 20, 2022/by AriannaChristmas from home in Haarlem: shining light on an Irish tradition
Making sure there is a candle flickering in the window is one…
December 20, 2022/by Carmel McNamaraHow to land a job in Haarlem as a newcomer
The Netherlands ranks 4th on the list of best countries for working…
December 12, 2022/by Jennifer DeeHouse for Sale: Gedempte Raamgracht in Haarlem
December 10, 2022/by AriannaHaarlem Xmas Comedy 2022
The STAND-UP COMEDY SHOW for the HOLIDAY SEASON.
Join the Haarlem…
December 10, 2022/by AriannaJoin the Haarlem…
Santa Run Haarlem 2022
3 kilometer fun-run through downtown Haarlem. Run, hop or walk…
December 10, 2022/by AriannaDecember Events in Haarlem
December 10, 2022/by AriannaGevulde Speculaas uit het Grote Sinterklaas Kookboek (Dutch)
Sint is in het land en dat vieren wij. Met een enorme plak gevulde…
December 1, 2022/by AriannaHaarlem Christmas market now largest in the country
This year's Haarlem Christmas Market will take place on December…
December 1, 2022/by AriannaMama Comedy
Join us on Saturday 19 November at Mama Gaia Haarlem for our…
November 15, 2022/by AriannaexpatsHaarlem Events November 2022
November 15, 2022/by AriannaHaarlem Comedy Factory – Saturday Fun Saturday 22 October
Join us for the best Saturday night laughs and giggles!
We…
October 22, 2022/by AriannaWe…
SWIM TO FIGHT CANCER
Deliver a relevant swim performance. Get sponsored by all your…
September 13, 2022/by AriannaSchiphol queues: flight cancellations and four hour delays
Queues are building again at Amsterdam’s Schiphol Airport after…
September 12, 2022/by AriannaStand strong at Trojan Power Academy this Fall
Stand strong, feel good about yourself and be confident this…
September 11, 2022/by AriannaMastering Creativity
‘’Creative’’, is never a word I used to describe myself.…
September 10, 2022/by Aissatou DialloFinding sustainable fashion in Haarlem
Every year we throw away 92 million tonnes of clothing, and in…
August 25, 2022/by Jennifer DeeFiesta Latina
Enjoy summer food, drinks and vibes and that lovely Latin feeling…
July 14, 2022/by AriannaSummer Comedy
Our Summer Comedy show will feature experienced and upcoming…
July 3, 2022/by AriannaProcessionary caterpillars danger in Haarlem
The Municipality of Haarlem warns citizens to watch out…
June 17, 2022/by AriannaHaarlem alcohol-free liquor store Nix & Nix ready to expand
The Haarlem non-alcoholic liquor store Nix & Nix has raised…
June 17, 2022/by AriannaHaarlem Comedy Factory – Saturday Fun
Join us for the best Saturday night laughs and giggles.…
June 16, 2022/by AriannaLuilak 2022
Luilak is a non-Christian festival that is usually celebrated…
June 3, 2022/by AriannaFunny Ladies Comedy Show
The popular Comedy on Top of Haarlem at DeDakkas…
May 24, 2022/by AriannaThe program of The Housing & Career Event this Saturday 21 May in De Koepel in Haarlem is complete!
The program of The Housing & Career Event this Saturday 21…
May 18, 2022/by AriannaWorkshops, Presentations and Show at Haarlem &Haarlemmermeer Housing & Career Event 2022
May 18, 2022/by AriannaHousing & Career Event 2022
Get information, meet services and businesses, attend free workshops…
May 13, 2022/by AriannaKoepel Comedy
GREG SHAPIRO, one of the best comedians in the Netherlands,…
May 13, 2022/by AriannaHaarlem Tax Event 2022
Learn how the Dutch tax system works and how to file your Dutch…
April 18, 2022/by AriannaHaarlem Comedy Factory – Mama Comedy
Join us on Saturday 23 April at Mama Gaia for the very first…
April 18, 2022/by AriannaI’m so busy…
Have you noticed how often people say they’re ”so busy”?…
April 17, 2022/by Rachel SmetsHolding the fort abroad: Tips for solo parents
Expat parenting can bring its own unique challenges – and especially…
April 16, 2022/by Vivian ChionaComedy on Top of Haarlem – Back!
Our popular standup Comedy on Top of Haarlem is back! The Haarlem…
March 29, 2022/by AriannaJoin Little Italy Event
Taste, discover and experience la Bella Italia in Haarlem on…
March 29, 2022/by AriannaLittle Italy in Concert
Roberto Galanto and Dario di Mango will give you a lovely evening…
March 29, 2022/by AriannaDouble Saturday Fun Comedy this March in Haarlem
Get a double dose of laughs this Saturday 19 March at the English…
March 14, 2022/by AriannaFree Income Tax Webinar March
March 1, 2022/by AriannaPhotos of the HAARLEM COMEDY FACTORY COMEBACK SHOW
February 28, 2022/by AriannaLife after corporate: How to afford luxury travels almost for free.
LIVING IN LUXURY HOUSES. Life after corporate, what will you…
February 28, 2022/by Rachel SmetsThe best universities in Haarlem to study science & technology
There is an increasing number of families and individuals moving…
February 26, 2022/by Jennifer DeeBavo tower turns blue and yellow for Ukraine
The tower of the Grote or Sint Bavo Church on the Grote Markt…
February 25, 2022/by AriannaFinding your why (& why having a purpose helps)
What is my purpose in life? What makes me happy? Should I be…
February 22, 2022/by Vivian ChionaExpat Cinema: Memoria
The Schuur presents on March 6h in collaboration with expatsHaarlem…
February 21, 2022/by Fiona McGeever3 steps to reopen the Netherlands
The Netherlands is going to open up. Not all at once, but…
February 16, 2022/by AriannaStormy weather ahead due to storms Dudley and Eunice
Storms Dudley and Eunice are coming and you can feel it clearly…
February 15, 2022/by AriannaHaarlem Comedy Factory Comeback Edition
The Haarlem Comedy Factory is back! We are so happy to invite…
February 14, 2022/by AriannaMost Dutch coronavirus measures to be lifted from February 18
On Thursday evening, the Dutch government confirmed reports that…
February 12, 2022/by AriannaCycle routes: Navigating the Fietsroute Knooppunt system
Getting on your bike and pedaling to the supermarket or into…
February 11, 2022/by Dan GlasstetterFree Dutch Income Tax Webinar February 22
February 5, 2022/by AriannaFree 10-minute tax consultation for expatsHaarlem readers
January 31, 2022/by Arianna5 rookie mistakes to avoid before you quit your corporate job
You’re ready to quit your corporate job, but you want to make…
January 29, 2022/by Rachel SmetsPress conference: most coronavirus restrictions relaxed until 10pm
From 5am tomorrow morning, a number of corona measures will be…
January 25, 2022/by AriannaBars, restaurants, cinemas and theatres set to open until 10pm
Cabinet wants hospitality & catering business and the cultural…
January 24, 2022/by AriannaFast delivery services triple client base in 2021
The fast delivery market is growing turbulently in the Netherlands.…
January 19, 2022/by AriannaMore hospitality sector protest actions after saturday success
Cafes and restaurants all over the Netherlands opened their doors…
January 16, 2022/by AriannaStore Your Seasonal Décor Like A Pro
Cooler temps mean the holidays are coming and bringing with them…
January 10, 2022/by Adriana LopezThe 8 books I loved in 2021
Old and new, fiction and real, funny and sad, these are my favourite…
December 31, 2021/by Christina KambanellaTrain smart: The fitness of the future!
Here we are again, January. The time of the year you feel the…
December 27, 2021/by Sophie van AanholtCOVID-19: The Unwanted Christmas Guest
I have such fond memories of Christmas time. Growing up, I would…
December 20, 2021/by Jennifer CakirLockdown in the Netherlands to buy time ahead of Omicron surge
The Netherlands is going back into lockdown from Sunday morning…
December 19, 2021/by AriannaEvening lockdown prolonged untill 2022, primary schools to shut a week early before Christmas
December 15, 2021/by AriannaExpat Cinema: Amélie
One of the most iconic French films of all time returns to cinemas, presented one time only with English subtitles on Sunday 19 December at 14:30 hours by The Schuur in collaboration with expatsHaarlem.
December 12, 2021/by AriannaNew wing Pieter Teyler House open to the public
Teylers Museum has a new wing: the Pieter Teyler house. As blogger for expatsHaarlem I was invited for the opening to the press on 29 November 2021.
December 11, 2021/by AriannaINTERVIEW: Xavier is learning Dutch with Taalthuis
There was once a Frenchman, who was learning Dutch. He didn’t…
December 9, 2021/by Lucile CourtinFree Online Course: Introduction to Aromatherapy
In this Aromatherapy Class for Beginners you will discover Aromatherapy. This course initiates you into the world of essential oils and aromatherapy, and the strength and well-being they can create.
December 7, 2021/by AriannaHow to Clean Antique Furniture and Décor
Keeping things nice and clean is an important part of good home…
December 1, 2021/by AriannaHow to Remove Humidity from Your Furniture and Textiles
Humidity is the presence of moisture in the air, and it can lead…
December 1, 2021/by Adriana LopezEXPAT CINEMA: The Hand of God
November 29, 2021/by AriannaEvening closures and stricter anticorona measures during the day
The Netherlands will shut down from 5pm to 5am, apart from…
November 27, 2021/by AriannaCoronavirus press conference this Friday, as hospital problems grow
Demissionary prime minister Mark Rutte and health minister Hugo…
November 24, 2021/by AriannaA journey you won’t forget
Did you know our body works as an orchestra? At the opera or…
November 24, 2021/by Sophie van AanholtIn which countries do people exercise most around the world and what stops them doing more?
A new global Ipsos study conducted with the World Economic Forum…
November 21, 2021/by AriannaHealthy vs. Unhealthy Gaming: Tips for Parents
Many parents have concerns about video gaming and their children…
November 19, 2021/by Vivian ChionaPress conference: Light lockdown and 2G policy to come
The Netherlands will be going into a three-week light lockdown.…
November 13, 2021/by AriannaExpat Cinema: Do Not Hesitate
On Sunday November 21st Toneelschuur and expatsHaarlem will present…
November 10, 2021/by Arianna