Haarlem Comedy Factory – Saturday Fun May
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Expat Cinema: Persepolis | Meetup & Movie
INTERNATIONAL CINEMA: Persepolis at Movie theater Schuur WITH SPECIAL DISCOUNT FOR EXPATSHAARLEM READERS: €10 p.p. instead of €13.50 p.p.
Haarlem Rooftop Comedy | Special Edition
Great comedy show in English at DeDAKKAS. SPECIAL EDITION FEATURING TOP INTERNATIONAL STAND UP COMEDIANS Adam Fields and Neil Robinson
Haarlem Rooftop Comedy at DeDAKKAS
Great comedy show in English at DeDAKKAS, with the skyline of Haarlem as set. The Haarlem Comedy Factory & DeDAKKAS invite you for our popular Rooftop Comedy in our sustainable ”little theatre” on the Roof.
4th & 5th May: Remembrance Day and Liberation Day
The Netherlands is unique among the other European countries in having two national ceremony days originating from the Second World War: Remembrance Day – ‘Dodenherdenking’ and Liberation Day – ‘Bevrijdingsdag’. Read more about the history, the rituals, the festivals.
Haarlem Rooftop Comedy May 2nd
Great comedy show in English at DeDAKKAS, with the skyline of Haarlem as set. The Haarlem Comedy Factory & DeDAKKAS invite you for our popular Rooftop Comedy in our sustainable ”little theatre” on the Roof.
Haarlem Tax Event
Learn how the Dutch tax system works and how to file your Taxes in the Netherlands during two these incredibly useful seminars for employees and small business owners by NAHV Belastingadviseurs. This Saturday 2 March, 1:30-6 PM in Haarlem. Free tickets.
Rise local coucil taxes: 9% Haarlem; 15% Haarlemmermeer
Some regions of the Netherlands are witnessing a significant surge in local council taxes this year, according to research conducted by the homeowners association VEH.
More people feel unsafe in the Netherlands
The Netherlands has witnessed an increase in the number of people feeling unsafe compared to two years ago, according to the Safety Monitor 2023 released by Statistics Netherlands (CBS). Instances of falling victim to traditional crimes such as violence, theft, or vandalism have also risen.
Safety concerns: Babboe CITY and MINI cargo bikes recalled
Babboe has announced a recall of its CITY, CITY E, MINI, and MINI E cargo bikes due to safety concerns, the company disclosed on Tuesday.
Expat Movie: the place
Experience the acclaimed Italian awarded movie “THE PLACE”, winner of the prestigeous David di Donatello Award and boasting 17 nominations, with a solid IMDB rating of 7. With English subtitles for accessibility. Join us for an Italian-themed meetup prior to the screening, where you can connect with fellow movie and Italy enthusiasts. Dive deeper into […]
Above average warmth for February this week: 16 degrees
Tuesday will bring a mix of sunshine and dry spells before transitioning to rain and remarkably mild conditions starting Wednesday. Weather authorities KNMI and Weeronline predict temperatures reaching up to 16 degrees by Thursday February 15th, 2024. Despite a slight cool down next week, the weather remains unseasonably warm.
expatsHaarlem February events
Get ready for an unforgettable month as we present amazing events this February. Join us for evenings brimming with fun, laughter, and unforgettable moments throughout the month: Thursday, 1 February, 8:30PM Haarlem Rooftop Comedy (PASSED) Friday, 9 February at 8 PM. Haarlem Valentine Comedy 🎤. Saturday, 10 February at 8 PM. Amsterdam Brewery Valentine Comedy […]
Dutch Education Council criticizes plan brakes on international students
The Dutch Education Council has voiced criticism towards the government’s proposed measures aimed at restricting the influx of international students into the Netherlands. Expressing skepticism, the advisory body particularly questioned the feasibility of regulations concerning lectures delivered in languages other than Dutch.
Haarlem Valentine Comedy
Come and join the HAARLEM VALENTINE COMEDY. A Stand-Up Comedy Show for Lovers and Loners and everyone who loves laughter and giggles
International Pub Quiz Haarlem February
Show your knowledge, make some new friends, enjoy good beer and enjoy a night of friendly competition. On Sunday 3 December, 7:00 PM. PLUS edition (intermediate/advanced).
Epiphany celebrations
Many Christians around the world annually celebrate Epiphany or Three King’s Day on January 6. It is a public holiday in many countries and marks two events in Jesus Christ’s life, according to the Christian Bible. The first event was when the three wise men, or kings, visited infant Jesus. The second event was when […]
20 New Year resolutions
The start of a year is also when people evaluate what they have done during the past year and what they should change in the upcoming year: the so-called New Year resolutions. Here are 20 very common ones, numbered but not intentionally ranked in ascending order. Which one is nr 1 for you?
New Year’s plunge
Those crazy Dutch! Once you survived Sinterklaas, Christmas and dodged the fireworks during new years eve you think you can finally relax. Well, guess again. How the tradition started I don’t know but on the first of January masses of children, parents, elderly and mostly hangovered adults run in the the ice cold sea wearing […]
Oliebollen, a Dutch New Year’s tradition
It is a Dutch tradition to eat ‘oliebollen’ on New Year’s Day. What’s that, what’s their origin, where to buy the best ones and how to bake them? Here we go…
Christmas Market Haarlem 2024
From Friday, December 8 to Sunday, December 10, 2023, downtown Haarlem will once again be transformed into the coziest Christmas market in the Netherlands. After the huge success of last year, this year we’re taking it big again!
Building Heemstede largely demolished during fire
The fire that raged last night in an interior design store on Kerklaan in Heemstede was under control around midnight. The fire brigade largely demolished the building while extinguishing the fire. A fire broke out in the store’s warehouse around 7pm last night, possibly involving rolls of carpet. Local residents were called on via […]
Sinterklaas versus Santa Claus
They both work in the same sector, wear red, and have a big white beard. For Piet’s sake: what’s the difference?
Is Sinterklaas also celebrated in other countries?
Sinterklaas has been in the country for a while and tonight during Pakjesavond Eve he will be very busy. Maybe you will celebrate it too or have already done so this weekend. Is the Sinterklaas festivity actually also celebrated in other countries? Watch the video for the answer! (Jeugdjournaal)
GREG SHAPIRO SAVES THE CLIMATE IN HAARLEM
The Haarlem Comedy Factory & DeDAKKAS invite you to the newest show of Greg Shapiro, known as the voice of the ‘Netherlands Second’ video and host on ‘Comedy Central News’ on ComedyCentralNL, and he has appeared on BNN-VARA, VPRO & ZDF.
Expat Movie: Perfetti Sconosciuti in Haarlem
CIAO A TUTTI! We are happy to announce our first EXPAT MOVIE NIGHT: an event to get together with other internationals and watch selected foreign language films with English subtitles. We start with a jewel: PERFETTI SCONOSCIUTI, winner of 13 Award wins & 16 nominations. Screening on December 1st, 2023 at 7:30 at ‘t Kleverhuis.
Haarlem Comedy Factory – Saturday Fun December
Join us for the best Saturday night laughs and giggles on Saturday 2 December at 8:00 pm.
International Pub Quiz Haarlem December
Show your knowledge, make some new friends, enjoy good beer and enjoy a night of friendly competition. On Sunday 3 December, 7:00 PM.
International Pub Quiz Haarlem
Show your knowledge, make some new friends, enjoy good beer and enjoy a night of friendly competition. On Friday 24 November, 8:30 PM.
Discover Haarlems Heroes, Culture & Hidden gems on a tip-based walking tour
In this fun tour we’ll walk and talk along stunning views and hidden places while you learn why Haarlem suffered for its bravery, is now progressively enjoying the good life and for centuries has been Holland’s city of flowers. You will grasp the essence of Holland and Haarlems history and culture.