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De Wereldwijzer could be translated as the World wiser or pointing at the World. It offers primary education for newcomers and a fluent transformation to the Dutch educational system. All international children in the age of 4 to 12 are welcome. Pupils can apply and start at any given time of the year. They will be able to understand, speak, read and write the Dutch language within 40 to 60 weeks. After that the pupil can enroll in the Dutch systeem.

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Everyone knows that Eindhoven is a city with a large international Coverphotography

community. This is much less known from Breda. Nevertheless,

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a large number of international companies, expats and foreign students have also settled in Breda. The location between the ports

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of Rotterdam and Antwerp, the direct connection to the international

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high-speed line, the presence of internationally renowned schools

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such as the Breda University of Applied Sciences, and the good climate for innovative and starting entrepreneurs contribute to this.

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We therefore thought it was an excellent opportunity to bring our city to the attention of the (international) readers of HOWDO with

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Breda also has another asset: the city center of Breda has been

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Why women are better investors Perhaps you remember the ‘Deal or no deal’

to avoid losses. Either case is not smart longer-

programme. This gives the candidate the opportunity

term strategies. And the women? They stick to their

to open suitcases with money. The ‘bank’ always

plan more easily and experience less overconfident

offers an amount for the remaining suitcases and

behavior.

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How do we all get a better result?

lot about the way people deal with loss. One of the

Well men.. put the ear to a woman if you want to

striking outcomes is that women take less risk than

make investment choices. This would give you a

men and end up going home with more money.

higher result on average! Investing is always part of a financial plan. The better you know where you are

Are women better investors?

now and where you want to go financially, the better

Several large investment parties have conducted

your financial choices.

research into the differences between men and

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to achieve a better result. Why is that and what can we learn?

We cannot deny there are differences between men and women. So just as generalizing: men are naturally more overconfident than women. One of the reasons seems to be the presence of more testosterone. Hubris leads to certain choices that can be very useful, but often not on the stock market.

It also creates impulsiveness and the illusion we have control. This means we think our actions lead to a certain outcome. This setting allows for more transactions that often lead to higher costs and a

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And then there’s the grammar, which is just more complicated than mathematics because of all the exceptions to the basic rules.

your friends and you see that everyone is enjoying themselves, just look around, smile and say out loud: ‘gezellig!’. The Dutch people in the room will nod in agreement and take it as a compliment that you are enjoying their company. Just try it, it will make you feel very Dutch.

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If you are learning Dutch, you may have noticed this

the Netherlands is that you do not have to worry

one special word which does not really translate into

about the pronunciation of ‘gezellig’. The ‘g’ is

any other language: Gezellig! Note the exclamation

always soft here so no need to hurt your throat

mark; it is there for a reason. The word does not

trying to get that hard ‘g’. And a soft ‘g’ is much more

even require a full sentence. Just saying it out loud

‘gezellig’, don’t you think?

is sufficient and meaningful.

So what if it is not ‘gezellig’? Say, you were looking But first, the meaning of ‘gezellig’. As I said, it does

forward to watching a film with your partner but

not translate well but words like ‘cozy’, ‘nice’ or

there is a football match on tv that is suddenly more

‘pleasant’ probably come close. ‘Gezellig’ are things

important. There is a perfect sarcastic response to

like an evening with friends or a family dinner.

that too: “Gezellig, hoor!”

Or your favorite restaurant is ‘gezellig’: nicely decorated and you always feel welcome there.

‘Gezellig’ is your best response to an invitation to come round for drinks. Then it means you would love to come and you expect the evening will be ‘gezellig’. When you are having that drink with

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ABN AMRO helps you with your move to the Netherlands Moving to a completely different country can be very exciting! Getting to know the culture, learning the language and getting familiar with the typical habits. But it can also be a bit stressful, as there is a lot that needs to be arranged prior, during and after your move. Do not worry, because ABN AMRO might be able to take some of that stress away. Make your move to the Netherlands as easy as possible with our tips, personal

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Tips for expats

independently and you can benefit from good opportunities if you are motivated and reliable.

Are you moving to the Netherlands because of a job, a new love or simply because you like the Dutch culture?

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What will your day look like?

AMRO’s website you can find articles about living expenses, getting around in the country, getting to know the

As a warehouse employee you will pick orders, sort products and make sure they go through the system.

Dutch, money withdrawal, how to open a bank account and much more. Also, tips on finding a home and how to

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search for a job are provided.

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Personal checklist

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As you can see there is a lot to consider before moving to the Netherlands. ABN AMRO is more than happy to help with your move. Previous tips are a nice first step to know what needs to be arranged and ease your move to the Netherlands.

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Expat Kids Eindhoven

Expat Kids Eindhoven: Facilitating children’s process of adapting to the Netherlands.

science, health, environment, sports, books, values.

Expat Kids Eindhoven has many dreams of doing

We want to give a tool that will inspire them to

amazing activities that will impact the lives of our

explore and discover the world they are part of.

children and their families. Although we’re living

Because although young people make up 23% of

in difficult times, Expat Kids wants to support and

the world’s population, they are 100% of the future.

always provide positive values to our children.

In January February 2022 we want to have the first edition of our newspaper.”

Motivated by her childhood that Silvia Ardila

According to Silvia Ardila, the founder of Expat Kids Eindhoven: “Our activities aim to create a connection between the children, Eindhoven and its culture. To build and strengthen the connection between the children and their parents during this period. Our activities focus on Intelligence, emotional and soft skills. Expat Kids Eindhoven has a community of about 1300 expat families living in Eindhoven and some new arrivals. Everyone can be part of this organization either as a volunteer or ambassador or by donating to one of our projects.

experienced in the place where she grew up in a remote area in La Guajira in Colombia, she wanted to be an agent of change in the world.

These reasons moved her to work from a very young age in different social causes and to be part of children’s projects. Two and a half years ago she came to the Netherlands.

Each week we offer a different activity, with topics

Her heart brought her to Eindhoven, where

including technology, science, cooking, history,

she came to build her family together with her

crafts, etc. This is the new and wider concept of “soft

husband from Romania, who has been living

skills” learning activities and emotional intelligence

in the Netherlands for more than 20 years and

education. Through fun for children aged 0 to 13

who is working in science and academia in the

they will have the opportunity to make new friends

country. They are waiting for the arrival of her

of similar ages in a healthy, fun, and dynamic

firstborn daughter Sophia.

environment, created in Eindhoven.”

young people between 8 and 14 years, that covers big and small events in a way that makes them feel safe, confident, and not overwhelmed by what they can perceive from the mainstream media and other, unfortunately not very recommendable, media.

To explain the news in a way that children can understand. Always with sensitivity, rigor and full of color. But never in a condescending way, nor giving

If you want to know more about Expat Kids Eindhoven, want to

an opinion.

become a volunteer, or as a company want to support financially,

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please contact Silvia Ardila.

One of the exciting upcoming activities is Expat Kids

Through the news and reports we help them to

in Eindhoven News. Silvia continues: “We want to

create their own informed opinions and encourage

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create a bilingual (Dutch – English) newspaper for

conversations at home and at school about politics,

E-mail: Expatkidsineindhoven@gmail.com

It is all about that Comedy Vibe!

My name is Roger Vrede, owner of Comedy Vibe!

When it comes to international Stand Up Comedy,

Comedy Vibe has been organizing successful Stand

Comedy Vibe strives to involve Eindhoven even

Up Comedy events for a number of years. Staging

more. Big names in the comedy world are already

a high-quality comedy event is what Comedy Vibe

coming to cities like Amsterdam and Rotterdam.

finds most important. By implementing diversity

Since Eindhoven is increasingly profiling itself on

and multicultural aspects, we also strive to

the international market, Comedy Vibe wants to

organize events with a familial, cosy atmosphere

add this city to the list of International Stand Up

in which everyone feels at home. There are also

Comedy locations on a highly level. We are proud to

many possibilities to get to know each other better.

have worked with top comedians such as Godfrey,

What sets Comedy Vibe apart from others is the

Nabil Abdul Rashid and many more to the sociable

atmosphere that you can sense amongst the audience

atmosphere of this city.

and the comedians when you enter the theatre hall.

This is partly due to the presence of diversity.

Comedy Vibe will be at Theater De Schalm on Saturday December 11th with a fantastic English line-

After a period of strict measures, we are more than

up edition with amongst others Elena Gabrielle. This

ever ready for change, fraternization and more

woman has become very popular through her ‘dating

enrichment of a healthy society inside and outside

stories’ and will be touring in 2022 with her new show

of Eindhoven. Many shows were planned for 2020-

‘Dirrty 2.0’. In short, this will be a show where you can

2021.

expect everything!

Unfortunately,

COVID-19

made

everything

impossible and it all became uncertain. Besides the fact that this was a hard time for Comedy world, it has also offered opportunities and the urgency of laughing and yelling together has only increased. In

WELCOME TO BREDA:

City of

bon vivants and a living room for everyone

Breda, the city where people meet and celebrate and decorate life. A hospitable place, where everyone is welcome. Where you experience culture, in all its variations. From historical to contemporary.

And where you will find many cozy restaurants, modern and centuries-old shops. Breda is buzzing: be surprised by a day or weekend in the city center.

Breda is an open city, where you will be surprised every day. Because of the beauty, warm people and contrasts. Old and new, style and frayed, green and urban. From the Grote Markt to the Havermarkt and from the historic St. Annastraat to the stylish Houtmarkt. The allure of a city and the conviviality of a village. You quickly feel at home in Breda.

Old and new, chic and ragged, historic and contemporary. That’s Breda, where it all comes together. The casual atmosphere of the Veemarktkwartier, the Mediterranean appearance of Oranje Zuid and the vibrant Belcrum. The atmospheric areas are all worth exploring.

the interest of ending the year 2021 with good Vibes, a number of cool shows are planned at our permanent locations in the Parktheater Eindhoven, Perron-3 in Rosmalen and Theater De Schalm in Veldhoven.

A new collaboration with Boom Chicago in Amsterdam also means that we have been able to expand our range of unique Comedy Shows.

For everyone who likes to stay informed Our shows consist of Dutch and English comedy nights

about our upcoming shows: thanks to a new

with comedians from The Netherlands, but also from

collaboration with Digital Agency JaxX, an

countries such as America, England, Germany, Jamaica,

online marketing agency in Eindhoven, we are

and many more. Here are some names of comedians

more than ever present online! Interesting

we have worked with: Rayen Panday, Nabil Aoulad

comedy facts, announcements of the most

Ayad, Howard Komproe, Jörgen Raymann, Godfrey

spectacular line-ups and impressions of our

(USA), Kane Brown, Nabil Abdul Rashid (Finalist Britains

shows through after movies: on the Instagram

Got Talent), Steven Brunswijk, Arie Koomen, Leon van

page of Comedy Vibe (@comedyvibe.nl) you

de Zanden, Anuar, Gerrie Smits, Theo Maassen.

can see it all!

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Explore with ‘Hip Craft’: winner of the Brabant Heritage Prize. Stroll through the 9 traditional streets and meet (young) craftsmen and artists.

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Strolling, bobbing in a boat, grabbing a terrace? You do that in the Port of Breda. The perfect spot to relax. During the day or into the late hours. For example on the Havermarkt, where farmers used to sell their vegetables, eggs and butter. Today you can enjoy a coffee, beer or something else delicious. And that with a view of the Grote Kerk: the ‘Grand Old Lady’ of Breda. Walk in and taste the grandeur of Breda as a Nassau city. In the evening the church is attractively lit.

Hip

hotspot

Behind the station is the Belcrum, the hippest hotspot in Breda. In recent years, this neighborhood has evolved from ‘you don’t want to be seen here’ to ‘you have to be here’. A lot of trendy shops, catering, creative and cultural initiatives have now been established. Definitely worth making a detour for. With its own city beach (Belcrum Beach), creative breeding ground (STEK), gallery (MotMot Gallery) and beer and food paradise (BRACK), Belcrum is the urban place to be.

Fun fact! The Netherlands has 12,822 neighbourhoods.

And the best neighborhood? That is the Belcrum in Breda. Neighborhood app Nextdoor drew that conclusion in 2020 based on a national election.

The

‘living room’ of Breda The city center of Breda as the ‘living room’ for everyone. That is what the city is aiming for.

Successfully. For example, Breda was the ‘Best City Center in the Netherlands’ from 2017 to 2021. A title to be proud of. But the city goes a step further. In 2031 Breda wants to be the ‘Most Hospitable City Center of Europe’. And all Breda entrepreneurs are committed to that. You feel that, you notice that and you taste it. In the center of Breda. Where people meet, celebrate and decorate life, with attention to each other.

During your visit, you shouldn’t limit yourself to the city center. Of course you should not miss it, but also take a look around the center. At the hip hotspots on Haveneiland, bustling Ginneken or the unpolished Haagdijken.

Be surprised by the creative character and the mix of old and new. Enjoy the hospitality and relax in the greenery.

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Peace and space

The nicest (and oldest) street

in Breda!

In the Veemarktkwartier you experience Breda’s craftsmanship. Here you wander through the streets, full of small businesses with their own signature. Unique, personal and casual. Friendly in the ‘Bredaas’ way’. For example in the Sint Annastraat, awarded as the ‘nicest street in Breda’. With cute, authentic buildings and beautiful boutiques. Not only the nicest, but also the oldest street in the center of Breda.

One of the newest additions to the Sint Annastraat is ‘The Green Submarine’, a plant and advice shop with house plants, plant-related products and green interior advice. Owner Monique: “Sint Annastraat is like a small village. You can not only go there for clothing, plants, jewelry and shoes, but also for lunch or a hairdresser’s appointment. And the nicest? This street is still relatively unknown. Fortunately, more and more small entrepreneurs are opening their business here. Creative, sustainable, full of passion and ‘one of a kind’. That creates togetherness. You see that and you experience that. Do you walk around here on Friday afternoon? Then you can just be invited to the VrijMiBo!”

The

pearl of Breda

The Ginnekenweg is the ‘pearl’ of Breda. A unique street, full of history and an extensive range of luxury shops and delicious restaurants.

Personal attention and expertise are key here. In almost every store you will find the owner, with a lot of professional knowledge of the products.

And in the catering industry you will find the best chefs, who work with pure products from the area and believe that dining out should be an experience. Also nice: the Ginnekenweg is a great starting point for a walking route towards the center.

Everyone

at ease

One of the oldest streets in the city center is the Boschstraat.

Where everyone does it ‘easy’.

Take it easy, on shady terraces, under ancient trees. At creative companies or Stedelijk Museum Breda. Here you can enjoy art, fresh coffee or home-brewed beer. It is good to stay here. Enjoy a Burgundian experience.

Peace and space, yet close to the bustle of the city, that is the Ginneken. An area with a unique mix of shops, restaurants, nature and dynamics. With the Ginnekenmarkt as the bustling heart and the beautiful Markdal and Mastbos as green resting points. Once a separate village, now a Burgundian atmosphere with a surprising number of faces. Also nice: within walking distance of the Ginnekenmarkt is the fairytale Bouvigne Castle, surrounded by three special gardens and a beautiful orchard.

Unpolished and colorful Unpolished. Those are the Haagdijken Colourful, active and diverse. With a distinctive character and a clear link to the rich history of Breda. They are city streets where there is life all day long. Where people shop, live and work. This is the place to be for locally brewed beer and exotic vegetables. For a döner sandwich and a sausage roll. For a clothing boutique and a unique second-hand store. There is room for everyone. From student to cargo bike dad.

And from a young couple to a wealthy senior.

100 murals Blind Walls Gallery is the museum on the street.

Hundreds of murals by (inter)national artists tell you the stories of Breda. The murals can be found all over the city, whether you are looking for them or not. Are you going on a city expedition, with a guide or using the app? Then you kill two birds with one stone. You enjoy international talent in graphic design, street art, typography and illustration. And you walk through a large part of the city, which takes you to all kinds of special streets. Let yourself be surprised and amazed.

Eat yourself happy

For the

connoisseur Shopping and drinks, Oranje-Zuid excels in enjoyment. This area exudes grandeur and allure and has a Mediterranean appearance. Passionate entrepreneurs provide a personal welcome and are happy to introduce you to their products. You will find luxurious shops, from glassware to design. And the best restaurants, where Burgundian enjoyment comes to life. Our tip: don’t miss the Ginnekenweg.

Fancy something else? In the FoodHall your taste will be stimulated again and again. Here you can enjoy worldly dishes, traditional drinks and food that is good for body and mind. Recently you will find Servelle, a new concept that serves food that has been proven to be good for the brain and body. Lucy Brandt, student of Social Innovation at Breda University of Applied Sciences, is the owner. “Food is a way to nourish and energize our bodies, but we rarely think about how it affects our daily mood.” Lucy wants to make her guests aware of the influence of food so that they can use it as a means to increase their daily happiness. Curious? Come and taste in the old cinema building, those traces can still be seen. So extra special.

The beating heart

Nieuwe Ginnekenstraat 23 4811 NM Breda. www.silverandgray.nl

Our customers leaving the door with a smile on their face, that is our mission!Nieuwe Ginnekenstraat is also called the PC Hooftstraat of Breda.

You will find beautiful large old buildings with great offers from local shopkeepers, making itmore exclusive than the regular shopping street.Also ladies’ boutique Silver & Gray,where service is a normal thing, and if necessary the clothing is adjusted in our own studio according to the advice of owner Henriëtte and the wishes of the customer.Not every woman’s body has the perfect measurements, but we do have the expertiseto make the clothes fit perfectly. Our collection is carefully composed from various brands, all unique to Breda. We look forward to seeing you at Silver & Gray, a modern business with authentic service!

More

information and inspiration can be found at

The centre: the beating heart of Breda. With its Grote Markt, hundreds of shops and bustling terraces. A part of Breda full of history and surprising places. Such as the Houtmarkt, with its stylish architecture and boutiquelike atmosphere. The covered Baroness with 20 shops under one roof or the Veemarktstraat with more than 70 shops, specialty stores and crafts. Named the ‘shopping street’ in Breda by the shopkeepers.

www.welkominbreda.nl

This whisky bar of international standing has nearly 800 spirits on the menu: some 500 whiskies to choose from and over 120 gin-tonics. A fine place as well to enjoy a glass of Cognac, Armagnac, rum or tequila. All spirits are served by the glass, however a whisky flight or other tasting experience is recommendable. Compile your own or leave it up to Mark & Pauline, the couple that owns this surprisingly comfortable establishment in 1920s style. A complementary bite and the story of your beverage are courtesy of the house.

Whisky & Gin | Nieuwe Ginnekenstraat 18 | Breda www.whiskyandgin.nl

World Tax & Employment Services:

Combining a personal no-nonsense client service with professional competence to provide a full range of international tax services After his time as a student in Groningen, World Tax & Employment Services (“WT&ES”) founder Wico de Boer started his career at Ernst Young, before continuing at KPMG Meijburg & Co. Thereafter he established WT&ES, being part of several international networks allowing for a worldwide service for both corporate as employment services.

Key players in the WT&ES team are: Nathalie De Keulenaer, who graduated as a lawyer at the University of Antwerp and obtained a special degree in taxation at the Fiscale Hogeschool in Brussels. Since November 2013 Nathalie is part of the WT&ES team where she takes care of the international mobility files and Belgian files.

Kim van de Ven. She began her study at Fontys College in Eindhoven where she completed the study Fiscal Law & Economics successfully. Afterwards she obtained a master in tax law at the University of Tilburg. In 2012, she started as a junior tax consultant at WT&ES. Ruud Vossebeld is a tax advisor and graduated as a tax economist at Tilburg University. As from 2021 he works at WT&ES, where he is part of the national and international practice in all its exciting aspects, including: • Advice on national and international corporate structures • Advising directors / major shareholders • Supervising business transfers, business successions and restructuring • Advice regarding the tax aspects of real estate • Consultancy in the field of prenuptial agreements, wills and financial planning According to Wico: “At WT&ES we offer worldwide services in the field of international taxation, ranging from international assignments to international corporate tax planning. We work closely with our business partners in our international network to provide for a

multi-disciplined global network of specialists in international tax, financial, legal and accounting services in order to serve our clients business needs.”

Wico continues: “With our business partners in Belgium and Germany, WT&ES can rely on

40 years

Wereldwinkel Breda and still going strong

many years of experience in assisting Belgian, Dutch and German companies and individuals doing business or working in these countries. Our teams have specific knowledge of the tax consequences of working and doing business with our closest neighbors.”

WT&ES assists clients with their first international assignments as well as companies with established international assignee programs. The company’s corporate tax services range from family business, succession and estate planning to international companies who need advice on implementing business and investment tax planning structures.

Concluding: “We combine a personal no-nonsense client service with professional competence to provide a full range of international tax services to our clients at advantageous rates.”

Verlengde Poolseweg 16 4818 CL Breda The Netherlands M + 31 6 10 90 20 50 E info@wt-es.nl

In the Wereldwinkel, commerce and ideals go hand in hand. The Wereldwinkel sells authentic products with a contemporary twist from developing countries.

The makers are, for example, Mexican coffee farmers, Balinese wood carvers and Thai ceramists.

Some have their own businesses, others work in small factories. All people who, like everyone else, have the right to a home, food, education and medical care. In ordinary trade they often remain invisible and unheard of. And with their work they earn an irregular income that they can barely survive on.

The makers can tell their story in the Wereldwinkel. How they make beautiful products with few resources and what they need to improve their business. With your purchase in the Wereldwinkel you contribute to the development of the makers and you help them build a better life.

Wereldwinkel Breda Passage Zuidpoort 1-3, 4811NT Breda • T. 076-5228585 • W. Wereldwinkelbreda.nl

INDOOR SHOPPING De Barones is a beautiful indoor shopping center in the middle of the historic heart of Breda, where you can shop and spend endless hours in an attractive environment, seven days a week. You can easily park your car or bicycle nearby, covered and safely. Around the corner you can enjoy the terraces on the Grote Markt.

BEAUTIFUL BRANDS At the Barones you can shop varied and in a pleasant atmosphere at beautiful stores including Bershka, Etos, Guess, Sissy Boy, Comma, Game Mania, s.Oliver, Only, OPEN32, Pull & Bear, T-Mobile, The Body Shop , Tierelantijn, The Sting, Meyer & Meyer, Xenos, de Koopman and Mango. You can enjoy a nice coffee and lunch at Koffie bij Teun.

I N F O R M AT I O N More information about the shops, fun activities, opening times, hotspot routes through Breda and more? Look at Barones.nl. Follow the Barones on Facebook and Instagram to make sure you don’t miss any news.

Will we see you soon?

Breda

(for) Internationals Breda, the city that has captured so many hearts like no other. People from Breda love their city and so will anyone who’s working, studying, or visiting Breda once they experience its hospitality and warm personality.

Breda, there’s an organization that can help.

Although this strong feeling for a Dutch place is easier to embrace by the locals, the internationals who choose to embark on a new challenge in Breda should also get a slice of this love. And for that reason, the city encourages and supports organizations for the international community.

The challenges of living abroad are a known fact and getting support for that is vital to building a healthy life in a new place. For every wish or challenge an international might face in

Are you living in Breda and wish to know more about the place, be better informed, meet people and get your social and cultural life back on track?

Let us introduce you to ‘Breda Internationals’.

Breda Internationals is a platform for internationals living and/or working in Breda, partnered with Avans, Breda University of Applied Sciences (BUAS), Holland Expat Center South, International School Breda (ISB) and the City of Breda. Together we integrate

Are you an entrepreneur or a working professional who wants to ‘get down to business’ in Breda? our knowledge and skills, fundamental in making the community develop and grow.

Breda Internationals is also a group of international volunteers living in Breda, devoted to creating a loving community for international people, as well as Dutch international-minded people. With many internationals coming from all over, we want to make sure everyone feels welcome and at home.

The international community has a diversified demographic range, therefore, there are many different activities suited for everyone. Breda Internationals assist people in finding information, events, and friends through creating events, meet-ups, and workshops. Our goal is to connect you to Breda, therefore many of the events are hosted and collaborated by local organizations such as BredaPhoto, ART Breda, Breda Jazz Festival, Singelloop, Blind Walls Gallery and Palm Parkies.

Curious about what else we have

got to offer, visit our website BredaInternationals.com or find us and join our community through Facebook, LinkedIn or Whatsapp (#BredaInternationals).

Breda Internationals shares a physical Expat Information Desk with the help and support of Holland Expat Center South and the ISB. A central point for internationals to visit and get information upon their arrival in the Netherlands. This desk is open every Tuesday and Thursday from 10:00 till 12:00 (not open during school holidays), reachable via walk-ins, phone, or email.

For Breda’s international students in need of a little more support than what their school is offering, Breda Internationals is closely cooperating with ESN Breda (Erasmus Student Network). They offer a diverse program for students to meet each other and develop close friendships whilst getting to know the city better.

Since the beginning of the industrial revolution when the city was home to many regional factory owners, shopkeepers and other entrepreneurs, Breda has always been a hub for business.

Whether you move or will move to Breda for work, or whether you’re here to find a job after your studies, then you must know that Breda is always open to doing business together. This city cherishes everyone’s talents and offers plenty of opportunities for development.

Looking at the logistical position of Breda, it has an incredible advantage. It’s centrally located between the European regions around the main ports of Rotterdam and Antwerp, between the financial centers of London, Amsterdam, and Frankfurt. It’s a public transit node directly connected to the European high-speed train network and within an hour’s drive from Schiphol and four other European airports. Breda creates countless opportunities for your business to sustainably strive here.

Aiming to build a vital and enterprising city, together with education, government, and entrepreneurs on a regional, national, and international level, BredaBusiness is a new and active entrepreneurship platform for businesses in Breda.

BredaBusiness can assist and develop a long-lasting relationship with your business, and help you grow your business through any development phase of your company. For more information, visit the new website BredaBusiness.com (#BredaBusiness).

All in all, this city provides a wonderful balance for both local and international residents between professional and personal life. And the secret is, we’re doing everything together.

Together in Breda.

Supporting

Today is ...... day!

Internationals in Breda

By Olivia van den Broek-Neri

Olivia is Project Coordinator Communications at Holland Expat Center South.

One of my tips for internationals who are settling into Brabant is to join a club for internationals. Perhaps you will say that you did not move to another country to be surrounded by other internationals, but in the beginning, such a club could make your settling in process a lot easier.

Moving to a new country requires building a new social network. When you join a club for internationals, you will be part of a group that is used to welcoming members from other countries. Its members can also provide invaluable information about settling into the Netherlands, because they will have gone through what you are going through! These clubs also organize events that will give you an opportunity to get to know the area. Sure you could go exploring by yourself, but sometimes it is nicer to go with others!

A club for internationals in Breda

Breda Internationals is a great example of a club that can help make it easier to settle into Breda. The mission of Breda Internationals is to bring all internationals together on a platform that helps them build up their new life in Breda. The group is supported by the municipality of Breda, International School Breda, Avans, BUAS, and Holland Expat Center South. It is great to see so many organizations working together to support the international community in Breda! Check out their website for more information: bredainternationals.com.

Nov 1 |

World Vegan Day

Dec 1 |

World AIDS Day

Nov 5 |

World Tsunami Awareness Day

Dec 2 |

Nov 7 |

Zero Tasking Day

International Day for the Abolition of Slavery

Nov 8 |

World Orphans Day

Dec 2 |

World Pollution Prevention Day

Dec 5

International Volunteer Day

Nov 9

Dec 10 | Human Rights Day

Nov 10 | Sesame Street Day

Dec 10 | International Animal Rights Day

Nov 14 | World Diabetes Day

Dec 12 | International Day of Neutrality

Dec 15

Expat Information Desk

Holland Expat Center South is a nonprofit governmental agency that assists internationals in Brabant. You are welcome to contact us with any questions you may have about settling into Brabant. You are also welcome to stop by the Expat Information Desk in Breda! We are here to help you settle into Brabant!

International Tea Day Nov 16 | International Day for Tolerance Nov 17 | Guinness World Record Day

Expat Information Desk International School Breda Mozartlaan 35 Breda breda@hollandexpatcenter.com.

Open Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:00-12:00

Dec 18 | International Migrants Day

Nov 18 | Mickey Mouse Day

Dec 20 | International Human Solidarity Day

Nov 19 | International Men’s Day

Dec 24 | Christmas Eve

Nov 30 | International Computer Security Day

Dec 26 | Boxing Day

Eindhoven Best Sports Club

Racket facilities With seven indoor and 10 outdoor courts you can play tennis all year round, practice your serve or enjoy a fun game with the family.

At David Lloyd Eindhoven we have all the facilities you and your family could want, all under one roof! Enjoy our beautiful swimming pool, play a game of tennis, relax in the spa and let your children run wild in our exciting Kids Club. Located on the outskirts of Eindhoven, we’re super easy to find. So make David Lloyd Eindhoven your new home away from home.

Try

something

new

on

our

squash and badminton courts.

You can also take part in one of our events to get in touch with other members.

Children’s facilities With

expertly

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Members are always amazed at how much we have to offer at David

swimming, tennis and judo, plus

Lloyd Eindhoven. With a beautiful indoor swimming pool, modern

lots of exciting DL Kids sports

workout facilities, multiple racquets, multiple studios and plenty of

classes like yoga and zenkunfu

kids activities, there is something for all the family to enjoy. Catch up

and a spacious crèche, David

with friends in our relaxed Breakpoint café bar, have a drink on our

Lloyd Eindhoven is the ideal club

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for you and your children.

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Eindhoven.

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a tour and all the information

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Living in

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Feedback from internationals ‘Coffee and More/Koffie en Meer’ is a monthly event, that was started in February 2019 by Ania Kijak’s idea.

These informal meetings are a nice opportunity to bring people of different backgrounds together for a cup of coffee in a relaxed atmosphere. We asked some of them to share their feedback: Patti Grasso “I am grateful to have found Meerhoven International’s platform. It’s always

Meerhoven Internationals Platform

difficult to move to a new city and be all alone. The coffee hour was a great jumping off point for when I first arrived, as it allowed me to meet people in my neighborhood, ask questions, and gain important information I’d need to get started. I think it’s a wonderful opportunity to open up the community and to make people feel welcome!”

Alena Kazlitina “The coffee mornings are an excellent opportunity to meet at one place and talk

The Living In Program is part of the Municipality of Eindhoven/Holland Expat Center South. We help internationals to settle in and to feel more at home in the Eindhoven region.

We work together with all kind of organizations in the region. This time we would like to introduce to you: Meerhoven Internationals Platform.

to people you know from the neighborhood and to connect with new ones.”

Aysenur Kuran “Hello everyone, I am Aysenur Kuran, we came from Turkey 4 years ago.

When we first moved to this country, I felt lonely but then I joined ‘Coffee and

For more information about the Living In Program, please contact Josine Frankhuizen: Josine.Frankhuizen@eindhoven.nl

more’ because it is good to meet people who come from different countries.

Meerhoven Internationals Platform (MIP) is a

We meet and chat every third Friday, it’s like therapy sessions for me. In addition,

volunteer organization founded at the end of 2014.

Coffee and More

I’ve learned a lot of things about the culture, tips and tricks in daily life. Looking

Part of our goals include creating opportunities

Simply a cup of coffee in

forward to meet more people.”

for people to meet, socialize and better integrate

a relaxed atmosphere

through organizing social events in Meerhoven.

Exchanging experiences, meeting others who can

Lucia Ryan

help out or provide information about various

“The coffee mornings were extremely helpful to me. Through these informal

Lead Coordinator

practicalities related to life in the Netherlands,

meetings, I met new friends and made meaningful connections. I would warmly

The activities of the platform are coordinated

Eindhoven or Meerhoven. Or just getting out of

recommend them not only to newcomers, but to Dutchies as well. I think they lead

by Diana Angelova. Diana has been living in

the house, having a delicious cup of coffee, and

to a better understanding of the varieties of cultures we have within Eindhoven

Meerhoven since 2015 and has been actively

making new friends. Sounds good? Then you

and especially in Meerhoven. Additionally, if you are ‘fresh off the boat’, you will

involved in the activities of MIP since 2017.

must come to our “Coffee and More”.

get all the answers to your questions: from knacks about the Dutch language up

“Meerhoven

is

a

diverse

and

multicultural

to how to navigate through the health care system. I regularly go to the coffee

neighbourhood. Being international myself, I

Every third* Friday of the month we meet at

mornings, because I believe in giving back to our lovely community in Meerhoven

know how challenging it is to build meaningful

10:15 at Echt Welschap Café in Meerhoven.

and share what I have learned here.”

relationships and social life in a completely

Everyone is welcome, no matter how long you

new environment. Having a vibrant and engaged

live in the Netherlands or whether you are an

community where everyone feels welcomed is one

international or Dutch.

of the goals I am passionate about.”

Everyone is welcome to join MIP as a volunteer or as a member of our community. You can contact *Due to the pandemic, or because of school holidays

us via email: internationals@meerhoven.nl or become a subscriber at

and national celebrations, there might be variations in

www.meerhoven.nl/registration-meerhoven-internationals-platform/

the date of the gathering. Stay tuned on our FB channels or subscribe to our platform: www.meerhoven.nl/

Facebook groups

registration-meerhoven-internationals-platform

Meerhoven Internationals Platform, Internationals in Meerhoven

International Women’s Club Eindhoven

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Getting in touch with women who had experienced

Number one tip for the people coming to the

a similar situation was very helpful.

Netherlands?

Catherine continues: ”With the Netherlands being

Without hesitation Catherine answers: “Facebook

a northern European country you could assume

is awash with Dutch based expat groups. Join them

it is very much like the UK. You would be right but

and ask questions before arriving. Someone will

also very wrong. Just navigating the things like the

answer, you may get 10 different opinions but 1 will

education and healthcare systems: in principle they

work for you. Read websites for people moving to

serve the same purpose, but in reality they operate

the Netherlands. They are very useful for explaining

differently.

how things work. Don’t do what I did and try to go in feet first and do everything at once. I would

Firstly the NHS is free at the point of use. Health

recommend slow and steady. Write a to do list, keep

Insurance was a minefield at the beginning.

adding and taking things off but it will be about a

The education systems are similar but not quite.

year before it’s done. Do not be afraid to ask.

There are many challenges I could highlight. It is

Catherine Dearlove

International Women’s Club Eindhoven

how you cope with them. For me, I asked our Dutch

We like our life now it has settled down and we are

neighbours who were very helpful and also joined

in a rhythm where we understand and function

groups like the IWCE. This put me in touch with

within the Dutch society better, not perfectly but we

women who had experienced a similar situation

expect that.”

when moving. They helped guide me or were just there to have a chat. The “To do’’ list was a must

Concluding: “Moving to the Netherlands was a good

for me. I started off with a very long one. Over the

decision for us and there’s no regrets. You make a

months it got short and then after about a year it

decision to the best of your knowledge at a point in

finally disappeared. Then we bought a house!”

time because for you. If something did not work out how you wanted it to, then don’t do it again….”

The integration period “The first part of the integration period was fun.

It was exciting, discovering the cultural differences,

Catherine Dearlove from York in the United Kingdom has been a Mum and a seasoned traveller having travelled a good bit of the world backpacking and working as a Chef.

Now living in Eindhoven for 3 years. She likes to be active in her community practicing her bad Dutch on her poor neighbours and she is also an IWCE Area Representative.

joining the fun events within Eindhoven such as Glow and Carnival. Both of which we love and attend annually. Sometimes it is tough because things work differently and it’s a different language but it’s also about discovery. There are ups and downs

According to Catherine: My life was good in the

beneficial for us as a family. In our early to mid 20’s

in the process as there are in anyone’s life. For me

UK for me and our family. We lived in York, a very

both both myself and my husband have travelled/

I would say the integration process never ends.

historic and lively city but also had easy access to

backpacked and really do value experiencing other

You will always learn new things about the country

the Yorkshire Dale and Bridlington on the Yorkshire

countries and cultures and thought for us to be

or culture. The speed of learning will slow down the

coast. Our family and friends were within easy reach.

able to do this as a family would be a wonderful

longer you stay but the opportunity will remain.

Life is definitely good over here, but, of course I miss

experience. Unfortunately the coronavirus has got in

family and friends from the UK. Now if I want to see

the way somewhat; so instead we have extensively

What I value most in the Dutch society is that the

anyone I cannot just jump in the car and pop round

travelled in the Netherlands and loved experiencing

Dutch have a sense of adventure and what we call

to see them.

the culture of our host country. When making a

as Brits “get up and go”. I like that: if you want to do

decision to move to another country there possibly

something well, get up and do it. We value the cycle

We moved here primarily for my husband, because

is one overriding factor but for us it was not just the

network; it’s brilliant; although some days after

To learn more, visit www.iwce.nl or drop us

a positive opportunity arose and would prove

one thing it was a number of things.”

about 10km my children may say otherwise.”

an email at iwceindhoven@gmail.com.

International Creative Women

Behind every woman…

37

Being the ‘special one’ for a

Sometimes her stress will reach your home, and you

woman entrepreneur implies

need to be understanding, supportive. You become

that you have a second job,

a massagist, a barista, a chef, you bring her food,

helping her with tags, pricing,

coffee, tea, you try to give her what she needs. And

taking photos of products,

sometimes you will be lost, and you won’t know

making videos, writing articles

what she needs, but you will continue trying. As in

for Howdo about how it is to

everything in life, there will be sad days, with more

be the partner of a woman in

effort than money, but also happy days when you

business. Being the ‘special

are sold out, and you, the special one, you are there,

one’ for a woman entrepreneur

and you celebrate, even if it was a bad day. And if

means that your life is more

you are even more involved, you become one of

interesting,

them, you are an ‘honorary woman’, and you carry

more

complex,

you get to know new people,

that batch with pride.

to learn about something else than your own job. Now you

All these sacrifices are not sacrifices at the end, you

know a bit more of fashion,

do what has to be done, and sometimes you enjoy it,

of art, a bit more of jewelry,

sometimes you don’t but you go ahead, because at

you start seeing things in a

the end you know in your heart, that if she is happy,

different way, your horizons

you are also happy.

are broadened up. You become

How many times have we heard the saying ‘behind every big successful man there is a strong woman’?, but behind every entrepreneur woman there is a man, perhaps not as strong, not as confident, not as creative, but a man who is there, sometimes just to cheer, sometimes just to carry boxes.

a bit of a builder, a designer, a critic, a consultant.

Article by Juan Francisco Sánchez for International Creative Women

You’re on the same boat Your social circle becomes bigger, you meet people and even have new friends that you never

The path to become an entrepreneur is not easy,

Being the ‘special one’

imagined you would have: artists, artisans, yoga

especially for females that come from different

And who can give better support than the husbands,

teachers, coaches, sometimes from countries that

parts of the World and end up here, in the

boyfriends, partners, of these entrepreneur women?

you consider exotic and now you want to visit. You

Netherlands. Most of these women have come to

Being the ‘special one’ for a woman who has their

become friends with other husbands or boyfriends,

this country following their partners, who have

own starting business can be a rollercoaster and

and you know you are on the same boat, even

found jobs usually in technology, or have come

requires effort: you, the special one, are the person

though you hardly speak about it.

here because they found love. Many of these

carrying boxes and products, going with her to fairs,

women could not work in their professions, or

picking her up, carrying her to places, listening to

To be the partner of a woman entrepreneur is not an

they do but they want to follow their passion, or

her frustrations, being happy with her when a sale

easy task, especially at the beginning, when doubt

just do something else, something that gives them

took place. If you have kids, you know how to cook

and uncertainty touch her heart.

meaning. For these women to be an entrepreneur

delicious meals, how to attend to the kids, you

implies sacrifices, hard work, to balance their family

also balance your work and her business, and your

You become a counselor, a cheerleader, a coach, you

and their business, and sometimes to balance with

family: and this should always be the case even if

tell her ‘go ahead you can do it’, but you also tell her

Read more about International Creative Women

their regular job; this is not an easy task, but it can

your wife or girlfriend does not have a business,

‘it is ok if you are tired and you want to stop’, you

and Creative Town in our website

be, if they have the right support.

come on, it’s the 21st century!

support her with any decision she takes.

www.internationalcreativewomen.nl

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Sinterklaas is almost on his way...

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Sinterklaas arrives in the Netherlands by boat

presents; the bakery for the famous Dutch peppernuts

on the 13th of November, along with many many

(pepernoten) where children can follow an interactive

helpers. Once he has arrived he continues his travel

process of peppernut baking.

on his horse Ozosnel towards the residence where he will stay to prepare all the gifts for the children,

Did you know that Sinterklaas and his helpers

which you can imagine, takes a lot of time. The big

deliver the presents through the chimneys of the

red book of Sinterklaas contains all the names of

houses? Pieten need to be real acrobats to do that.

the children, how they behaved and what they have

The kids can follow a route over roofs and can throw

on their wishlist.

packages in the chimneys, try to stack packages and in the end they will receive a real “Pieten” certificate signed by Sinterklaas and the Chief Piet themselves!

The highlight is of course the meet and greet with Sinterklaas, children can have their photograph taken while Sinterklaas reads from his big red book.

It is a wonderful and exciting outing for the whole family. The tour takes about 50 minutes after which children are invited to dance with the Pieten in the disco, while their parents/caregivers can enjoy a drink and a snack.

For more information please visit our website: www.sinterklaashuis-eindhoven.nl.

Here you will find all the information as well For the third year in a row Sinterklaas will stay in the

as a direct link to reserve your tickets.

Steentjeskerk in Eindhoven, an old church which is the perfect venue for all the things that Sinterklaas and

Sinterklaas is almost on his way...

his helpers - they are called Pieten - do on a daily

One last thing: Do not mix up Sinterklaas with Santa

basis. The Sinterklaashuis is open from 13 November

Claus! Sinterklaas resides throughout the year in

till 6 December.

Spain whereas Santa Claus goes back to the North Pole after his visit at Christmas. Also, Sinterklaas

This time of the year the children throughout the

rides his horse when on Dutch soil… whereas Santa

Netherlands get excited for the Sinterklaas activities.

Claus takes a sleigh and nine flying reindeer -

Children and their parents/caregivers will be so excited

including Red-nosed Rudolph.

to visit the Sinterklaashuis. A tour through the house will lead you to the post office where all the drawings

For those of you who do not know Sinterklaas yet, here is the chance to meet him!

Sinterklaas, also known as Saint Nicholas, visits the Netherlands once a year to celebrate his birthday. Nobody knows how old he is, some say he was born around the year 300.

His birthday is on the 5th of December. Instead of receiving presents for his birthday, he gives presents away to all the children.

and wishlists that the children made for Sinterklaas are being collected. You get to see the bedroom where Sinterklaas can do his necessary nap, mind you, he is already very old; the bedroom where the Pieten can rest after their hard work; the packing room for all the

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extra light atmosphere in your room or office. I work for national and international companies and private buyers and also with many famous athletes, sports brands and clubs. My dream to work internationally came true and my work is in Tokyo for a new high fashion brand. Now my work is done for the Tokyo Olympics I’m now focussing on new artwork projects of which one of them are the new Olympic Games in Paris.

Lex: “Paul, the born and raised artist from Eindhoven loves innovations, like working with drones, neon colors, blacklight, bodypaint, new materials, and 2 and 3d visuals. Combining all his travel from 52 countries, his 11 years of drone productions, and being a pro sports shooter, his new passion is creating art pieces so people can enjoy this every day and for a long time.”

“I’m busy with new shapes” Paul adds, “new designs and adding materials from nature or looking to re-use materials. Believing in new cooperations, I’m open minded to work with designers, interior architects, and people who can inspire him and add value,

Paul Raats, Dutch Visual Artist going next level...

to make customers super happy.

My dream is to decorate the most beautiful areas in the world, like private real estate, design hotels, luxury restaurants and corporate offices. But.also residential areas where people appreciate having something unique to enjoy every day that makes you happy.

For myself, it is very important to have something unique and

Our host, Lex Grote, takes us

Lex continues:

his

in very limited editions. For sure not to copy something or use

to StrijpT, where “make, create

photography art is made

materials from the past as I see many artists do. Some are nice

and innovate” is key and he

by Paul himself: from the

though and sell easily, but missing the personal touch.

introduces us to visual artist

first concept to the final

Paul Raats. According to Lex:

end

printed

My ambition is to have the same kind of studios like the one I

“Based in an old ex Philips

piece, that you can enjoy

have on StrijpT, let’s say concrete styled studio’s, in every country

bunker, Paul runs his new studio

on your own wall.”

of the world. These are easy to build, yet powerful and strong.

result,

the

”All

and gallery. After 20 years of

These can be decorated with plants and flowers. Therefore I’m

international

Paul says: ”My work can be

open to work with new partners who can support my ambition. My

telecoms consultant, he started

printed in epoxy with even

challenge is to find the same passionate driven people like me to

in photography 10 years ago,

gold or other materials

establish the growth I’m looking for.”

since then he developed his

created inside, with the

own skills and working methods.

addition of 3d or layered

For appointments please email to paulraats@mac.com

facilities among the stars in an

With full passion he is always

fine objects. But also you

or call +316 41 44 72 52.

industrial setting? Contact me!

aiming to create something new

can

and unique.

photo frames to get the

working

as

an

see

led-designed

Looking for an inspiring meeting/ work place, with hyper modern

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ZO 7 NOV

COMEDY NACHT:

O.A. STEVEN BRUNSWIJK + KRISTEL ZWEERS MA 8 NOV

QUIZ'M VR 12 NOV

LEGENDS OF ROCK TRIBUTE FESTIVAL:

HIGH VOLTAGE + SLASH & ROSES + PRESENT DANGER + HARRIS ZA 13 NOV

WE ALL LOVE 80'S 90'S 00'S WED 3 NOV

ZA 13 NOV

MASCHINE 12

Symfonieorkest Vlaanderen & Marie Ange Nguci piano

Joining a Sports Club can Help You Settle into Brabant!

By Olivia van den Broek-Neri

An evening full of the most popular classics and a young virtuoso solist

ZO 14 NOV

FROUKJE

classical

UITVERKOCHT

WED 10 NOV

ZO 14 NOV

GRANDMASTER FLASH DO 18 NOV

VAN DIK HOUT ZA 20 NOV

NACHTCOLLEGE

Jean-Yves Thibaudet

Just one concert in The Netherlands with this French master pianist! classical

THU 18 NOV

Jeroen van der Boom Live in the theaters pop

ZO 21 NOV

JOY DIVISION UNDERCOVER

FRI 19 NOV

DO 25 NOV

Aruán Ortíz Ensemble

TAMIKREST VR 26 NOV

PIÑA

in collaboration with Flamenco Biennale world

THE VICES

part of my life. But since living in the Netherlands, I

other sports. The Expat Sports Lounge is organized

did not venture back into the pool until the lockdown.

together by Eindhoven Sport and Holland Expat

Swimming gives me time to think about the day

Center South. There is no charge to participate and

and to process my thoughts. Plus, seeing the same

registration is not required

people on a regular basis makes me feel like part of a community.

Saturday 27 November, from

George Baker

In addition to the health benefits that come along with

(Witte Dame, Emmasingel 22,

participating in a sport, joining a club is also a great

Eindhoven)

Willeke Alberti

social activity. It gives you the opportunity to get to know other people who share a common interest, and can also give you the chance to learn Dutch!

Memories from her 65-year career pop

DO 9 DEC

HAEVN

TUE 30 NOV

LOCATIE: MUZIEKGEBOUW

David Oistrakh Quartet The best of string quartets

voor ons complete programma:

www.effenaar.nl

Expat Sports Lounge 10:30-12:30. Eindhoven Library

SAT 27 NOV

RONDÉ

will also answer any questions you may have about

There is a club for you!

pop

WO 8 DEC

Growing up in California, swimming had always been

FRI 26 NOV 50 Years Live

DO 2 DEC

My work at Holland Expat Center South brings me into contact with many newly arrived internationals. Once their formalities are all arranged, everyone wants to know: What should I do next? One of my tips is to join a sports club!

classical

tickets available at muziekgebouweindhoven.nl

Holland Expat Center South is nonprofit governmental agency. It is a joint imitative

If you are interested in joining a club but do not know

of

where to begin, then visit our Expat Sports Lounge.

Immigration and Naturalisation Services (IND),

the

participating

municipalities,

the

During this event, you will be able to find out about

Brainport Development, and the province of

how and where to participate in sports in and around

Noord-Brabant. For more information, visit:

Eindhoven. Representatives from various clubs will

www.hollandexpatcenter.com.

be available to answer your questions. The following sports will be represented: football, baseball, cricket,

Olivia is Project Coordinator Communications &

volleyball, golf, hockey, and more. Eindhoven Sport

Events at Holland Expat Center South.

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