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Smash plates, grab drinks, and destress at this unique event!
2023-04-22 13:00 - 16:00 (Europe/Amsterdam) | PIP The Hague, Binckhorstlaan 36, 2516 BE, Den Haag, Netherlands
Navigating life as an international in the Netherlands can be stressful (trust us, we know). As worries from different areas of life build up, have you ever felt like just SMASHING them all to pieces? 💥
Well… now you can (safely and with a purpose)! At AMP Community’s Smash and Grab event on April 22, you’ll get to write your frustrations, stressors, or worries on some plates and then smash them right up.
Meet the international community
Feel your frustrations break away while enjoying some lekkere drinks, valuable coaching on catharsis, and lots of socialising with like-minded internationals — all in the name of mental health.
The event’s €15 participation fee includes protective eyewear, plates to smash and markers to write with — and will flow directly into funding the AMP Community’s future events.
All you need to do is bring close-toed shoes, long pants, and an open mind!
When, where, and how?
⏰ When? On Saturday, April 22, from 1 PM to 4 PM!
🔎 Where? At PIP in the Hague.

🤔 How? Easy! RSVP by April 17 by sending a message to @ampc.thehague on Instagram, or e-mailing ampcthehague@gmail.com!
Ready to go for it? Sign up to smash some plates, grab some drinks, and connect with fellow internationals in the Netherlands.

Easter Monday (Tweede Paasdag)
2023-04-10 | Netherlands, Netherlands
Get ready for a big brunch including croissants, eggs and paasbrood (bread with cinnamon and raisins). Dutch Easter is all about getting together with family and celebrating the time spent together with plenty of tasty food.
READ MORE | Easter in the Netherlands: What’s happening in 2019?

Easter Sunday (Eerste Paasdag)
2023-04-09 | Netherlands, Netherlands
What better occasion to decorate your house with tulips and colourful eggs? Painting eggs to make cute Easter decorations is a big thing in the Netherlands and you’ll find painting kits, egg stands and other handy tools all over Dutch supermarkets. Maybe this year you should give it a try!
READ MORE | Easter in the Netherlands: What’s happening in 2019?

Good Friday (Goede Vrijdag)
2023-04-07 | Netherlands, Netherlands
While Goede Vrijdag originally commemorates Jesus’ resurrection, nowadays people typically start their Easter celebrations with chocolate eggs. Easter egg hunts are popular in the Netherlands, where Dutchies hide chocolate and painted hard-boiled eggs for children to find. Maybe it’s time to check your garden to see if the neighbour left a little surprise for you!
READ MORE | Celebrating Easter in the Netherlands: all you need to know

Daylight Savings Time begins
2023-03-27 | South Holland
Who doesn’t like an extra hour of sunshine, especially in the Netherlands? On this day, the clock jumps an hour in the middle of the night, skipping 2 AM straight to 3 AM. This gives us more light to enjoy during the day in the following spring and summer months.
READ MORE | 15 things to do in spring in the Netherlands

Immerse yourself in art from around the world at Rotterdam's ICAF 2023
2023-03-27 - 2023-04-02 | Rotterdam
The world’s biggest International Community Art Festival is back with its ninth edition! Under the theme of “The Sound of Change,” the ICAF is bringing together artists from all corners of the world — right in the heart of Rotterdam.
During the festival, creators from across the globe will turn the city into one big stage, and celebrate community arts in all its shapes and forms.
One city, many cultures
Inspiring creators from South Africa, Singapore, New Zealand and Colombia, among many others, will show visitors how art can bridge distances between people, cultures, and the world.
The amazingly varied programme of the ICAF is guaranteed to have just the right experience for you — whether you want to learn about gender-based violence in Africa, or see a magical performance by a Portuguese disability-inclusive dance group.
For as little as €5 per show, you can see the magic for yourself!
Get creative!
This year, the Rotterdams Wijktheater will also be offering a so-called “City Programme” where, for the first time ever, Rotterdam locals can directly step into the vibrant world of creativity.
Besides the large-scale performances, this programme will also offer community-rooted workshops, guaranteed to get your creative juices flowing!
So, what are you waiting for? Get inspired by projects ranging from impactful theatre productions to fiery dance recitals, inspiring workshops and much, much more.
When, where, and how?
⏰ When? The ICAF will be taking place from March 27, 2023 until April 2, 2023.
🔎Where? Across different locations throughout the beautiful city of Rotterdam!
🤔 How? Tickets for individual performances can be purchased on the website of the Rotterdams Wijktheater.

Cherry blossom season
2023-03-20 - 2023-04-15 | Netherlands, Netherlands
It’s that time of the year again when spring has sprung and across the Netherlands, flowers have started to bloom. This includes the stunning Japanese cherry blossom trees. Fancy a nice spring photoshoot or just an extremely Instagram-worthy spot for a picnic? Head to Amsterdamse Bos where you’ll find 400 of these beautiful trees.
READ MORE | It’s cherry blossom season in the Netherlands (but not for long!)

Take a FREE online language lesson with UvA Talen
2023-03-15 18:00 - 21:00 | Online
Have you been putting off learning a new language? Is it because you can’t be bothered to physically attend a class? 😉 Well, say no more, because UvA Talen offers high-quality online language courses — and you can try them out for FREE at UvA Talen’s Online Open Evening.
During UvA Talen’s free online trial lessons, you’ll be able to get a taste of what it’s like to take an online group, private, or individual course, and even try out an e-learning self-guided language course.
If that wasn’t enough, UvA is offering even more to the attendees of their Online Open Evening, such as:

A free language intake to determine which class is right for you
A special UvA Talen discount code
A chance to ask all of your questions to the teachers and staff!

What language are we talking here?
Whether you’re trying to learn Dutch, French, Swedish, or another language, UvA Talen has got you covered. Japanese? Yup. Spanish? Certainly. German? Natürlich!
In total, they offer courses in 13 languages — namely Dutch, English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Swedish, Russian, Chinese, Arabic, Japanese, and Korean!
When, where, and how?
⏰ When? March 15, 2023 — from 6 PM to 9 PM.
🔎Where? Wherever you are in the world! A Zoom link will be provided before class.
🤔 How? Sign up for a free online trial lesson in one of 13 languages here.

Ready to learn? Why not try it out — there are no commitments. 🧑‍🏫

Valentine’s Day (Valentijnsdag)
2023-02-14 | Netherlands, Netherlands
Valentine’s Day is not widely celebrated in the Netherlands, but it has gained some popularity in recent years. Flowers, chocolate, and valentines won’t go amiss if you buy them for your Dutch sweetheart but don’t expect them to make a big deal out of the day.
How to celebrate Valentine’s Day in the Netherlands (like a true Dutchie)

This Dutch Brainwash course will get you speaking Dutch in 2023
2023-01-28 10:00 - 2023-02-03 16:45 | South Holland
Don’t let your New Year’s resolutions die just because January is over! This 7-day Dutch Brainwash will help you reach your Dutch language goals this year, kicking off on January 28, 2023.

With the help of unique learning methods and a whole lot of creativity, the Dutch Brainwash from Amsterdam-based Talencoach will help you reach new heights in your personal Dutch journey.

Perfect your pronunciation, expand your vocabulary, or simply focus on gaining a bunch of new Dutch study mates — this course will meet you where you are, and help you get even further.

Embrace Dutch culture and humour, and learn Dutch while you’re at it! It’s the perfect combination of learning and having fun, that’ll inspire you to keep learning long after the course ends.

When, where, how?

⏰ When? From January 28 until February 3, 2023

🔎 Where? In the Talencoach HQ, in the centre of Amsterdam

🤔 How? Easy! Just sign up via the Talencoach website.

What are you waiting for? It’ll be quick, it’ll be intense, but it’ll most of all be a lot of fun!

Tackle your New Year's resolution with this intensive Dutch language course
2023-01-08 10:00 - 2023-01-14 16:45 | South Holland
Do you want to kick start your New Year’s resolution of learning Dutch? This 7-day Dutch Brainwash will get you praaten like a pro in the first month of 2023!

This course, based on neurolinguistic programming (NLP), will accelerate your learning curve, and get your Dutch skills to new levels, at a rapid speed.

No matter what level you’re at, the Dutch Brainwash from Amsterdam-based Talencoach will be based on what you already know, using your existing knowledge as building blocks to learn quicker and easier.

You’ll touch upon all the key elements of the Dutch language (you know, pronunciation, vocabulary, all that jazz), and immerse yourself in Dutch culture and humour, as you do it!

It’s the perfect combination of learning and having fun, that’ll leave you with a whole bunch of new study buddies, even after the course ends.

When, where, and how?

⏰ When? January 8 to January 14, 2023 — between 10 AM and 4:45 PM every day.🔎Where? At the Talencoach HQ in Amsterdam!🤔 How? Sign up for the Dutch Brainwash course now, on Talencoach’s website.

Ready to go for it? Start 2023 on a good note, and make some decent progress on your Dutch this year!

New Year’s Day (Nieuwjaarsdag)
2023-01-01 | Netherlands, Netherlands
After a night of drinking, fireworks and stuffing yourself with oliebollen, the Dutch like to take it easy on New Year’s Day by jumping into the sea. As if this nieuwjaarsduik wasn’t daring enough, they do it fully nude — except for an orange hat.

‘A Christmas Carol’ in the Hague
2022-12-25 - 2022-12-29 | Amare Theatre, Spuiplein 150, Den Haag, 2511 DG, Netherlands
Christmastime conjures up a picture of sipping warm glühwein, eating delicious oliebollen, and basking in the cheery glow of hundreds of fairy lights.
But there’s still one question we often ask ourselves: what fun things can I do this season?
Well, friends, ‘A Christmas Carol’ is here to answer those questions! 🙌

Based on Charles Dickens’ heartwarming Christmas classic, this ballet takes you on a magical adventure of personal growth and redemption at the stunning new Amare Theatre.
Oh, and the best part? It’s all in English!
‘A Christmas Carol’ runs from December 25 to 29, so be sure to grab those tickets in time if you don’t want to miss this delightful winter ballet.

Let Venture Academy help your startup dreams take flight
2022-12-14 09:30 - 2023-02-06 15:30, 2022-12-14 08:00 - 17:00 | PLNT Leiden, Langegracht 70, Leiden, South Holland, 2312 NV, Netherlands
Calling all aspiring entrepreneurs who are ready to rock the world with their cutting-edge startups!
Nestled in the heart of Leiden lies PLNT: a startup hub and centre for innovation (and home to yours truly, DutchReview, of course 😉).
Joining forces with an outstanding community of entrepreneurs, experts, and mentors, PLNT has created the Venture Academy — a powerful programme that’ll give your startup the boost it needs to take flight. 🚀
What’s in it for me?
If you’re a dynamic entrepreneur-to-be, with an original, scalable business idea, then you can’t sleep on this chance to kickstart your vocational dreams!
At the end of the programme, you’ll be an absolute pro at:

validating your business case and model, and crafting a rock-solid startup pitch that’s designed to impress
building a strong, capable team with a foundation of solid mental health and unwavering resilience
crafting future goals for your startup that cover funding plans and a stellar go-to-market strategy

Check out Venture Academy’s handy brochure for more information on how they can make you the entrepreneur of your dreams.
When and where?
Running from December 14 2022 to June 30 2023, this programme upskills you with the expertise to take your entrepreneurial talents to the next level. 🔥
For four months, the Venture Academy will run training days every second Friday from 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM at PLNT, Leiden.
Geweldig! How can I join?
If you’d like to join a world-class programme that’ll help actualise your startup goals, all you need to do is sign the intake form PLNT’s website — but be quick! The registration deadline is February 6.
Veel succes!
Will you be signing up for PLNT’s Venture Academy?

Sinterklaas
2022-12-05 | South Holland
Sinterklaas is one holiday where the Dutch go all out on big celebrations and exciting traditions. While the youngsters sit their shoes under the chimney to receive chocoladeletters (chocolate letters) and other sweet treats, the adults can celebrate the holiday by giving out tailored gifts or writing poems.

You’ll find the popular kruidnoten and pepernoten to satisfy your sweet tooth in all the different supermarkets (even Kruidvat). In most towns, you’ll be able to enjoy the Sinterklaas parade with the man himself roaming the streets together with his helper Zwarte Piet — a figure that has been the site of some controversy in recent years.

READ MORE | Sinterklaas for expats: all the Dutch you need to make it through the holiday season

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Find the answers to all your Dutch mortgage questions at this online event!
2022-11-24 17:15 | Online
There’s a lot to consider when you decide to buy a house in the Netherlands: where do you want to live? What type of house suits you best? But the first thing you need to ask yourself is whether or not you’re actually eligible for one.
This practical question (and more) will be answered for you during the Expat Mortgages housing webinar. Held on a regular basis, this online webinar helps hopeful and current homeowners to prepare for everything they need to know about having a Dutch mortgage in the Netherlands.
Expat Mortgages was established specifically to help internationals who are facing the Dutch mortgage system in the Netherlands. They know how daunting it can be — and they also know how to emerge victorious.
What will this webinar cover?
Taking place online on November 24 at 17:15 Expat Mortgages’ expert, Wouter Hofstee Holtrop will walk through a number of topics:

Are you eligible for a Dutch mortgage?
What will the bank consider when you apply for a loan?
The different types of mortgages
Formulas you can use to calculate your potential borrowing power and monthly costs

There will then be 30-40 minutes of question time to address any pressing questions that you may have. Want to talk for longer? No problem! You can also arrange a one-on-one meeting with the experts!
I’m in! How can I join?
It’s easy! Simply register on Expat Mortgages’ snazzy new website. All done? Great! We’ll see you online on November 24 at 17:15!

Dutch Brainwash intensive language course
2022-11-12 08:00 - 2022-11-18 17:00 | South Holland
Short on time, but interested in improving your Dutch skills with rapid speed? Seven days of this Dutch Brainwash will get you immersed in the fun world of Dutchness, and get you in tune, mentally and physically, with your inner Dutchie.

Thanks to neuro-linguistic programming (NLP), and accelerated learning techniques, Talencoach will help you get to a whole new level of Dutch, whilst still allowing you to have a fun time.

You don’t need to be an expert before starting either, as this intensive Dutch language course will let rely on your English proficiency in a way that makes learning a quick and easy affair.

Covering everything from correct pronunciation, expanding your vocabulary, and constructing sentences, to Dutch humour and culture — this seven-day course will make you fall in love with learning Dutch, all in just one week in Amsterdam.

So what are you waiting for? Head to Talencoach’s website and sign up for the Dutch Brainwash course starting on November 12.

Sint-Maarten (Dutch Halloween)
2022-11-11 00:00 - 23:59 | South Holland
If you were disappointed by the lack of Halloween parties, Sint-Maarten celebrations may make up for it! Some Dutch cities take this seriously, with parades, bonfires, and lantern tours. Sint-Maarten is an exciting day, especially for children. Pumpkins, turnips, and beetroot are turned into spooky lanterns, and kids sing songs in exchange for fruit and sweets. If you want to impress your Dutch friends, give this song a go:

🇳🇱 “1 november is de dag, dat mijn lichtje, dat mijn lichtje branden mag”.

🇬🇧 “November 1 is the day, that my light, that my light, may burn.”

Feature Image: nl:Afbeelding:Sintmaarten/Wikimedia Commons/Free Use

How can you buy a house in Amsterdam? Ask the experts at this event!
2022-11-09 17:00 - 21:00 | Vondelkerk, Vondelstraat 120, Amsterdam, Netherlands
It’s likely a question we all ask ourselves as we walk along those gorgeous canals — how can I buy a house in Amsterdam? What if we told you experts will gather at an event to answer this question?
On Wednesday, November 9, How to buy a.house will host an event featuring an array of housing experts in order to answer all your questions about buying a house in the Netherlands.

This English-speaking event will take place at Amsterdam’s beautiful Vondelkerk between 5 PM and 9 PM.

Food and drink are on the house — oh, and did we mention that the first 50 tickets are free? 👀

Talk one-on-one with the experts

The event will also offer you the chance to sit one-on-one with experts covering a whole range of topics. Is there one specific topic that you have some burning questions on? Find the expertise for you! You can choose from topics such as:

🏡 How to get a mortgage — Expat Mortgages
👩🏻‍⚖️ Legal Advice from Advocura

💶 Bank Products & Mortgages — ABN Amro Bank

🌎 Expat advisory firm — Black Swan Capita

🤝 Buying a home in The Netherlands — Burgemeester Vastgoed & TWM Makelaardij

I’m in, how can I join?

Simple! All you need to do is register for the event (potentially for free 👀), consider the questions you would like to ask, and turn up for an informative evening on Wednesday, November 9, at the gorgeous Vondelkerk in Amsterdam!

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