Deirdre Carasso and Menno Hurenkamp investigate why people are drawn to strong leaders and how authoritarian seduction takes hold.
Hands-on aromatherapy workshop where you explore essential oils, learn their effects on wellbeing, and make a custom product to take home.
Tea sommelier Ellen guides you through the world of pure tea with tastings and paired snacks on this interactive workshop.
Free workshop on using your smartphone smartly while travelling - navigation, translation, international data, and handy travel apps.
Volunteers share English stories with children, who discover the language through play and participation.
Bi-weekly drop-in hour with COC volunteers at Bibliotheek LocHal, where you can ask questions about gender identity and sexual orientation in a welcoming space.
Weekly Turkish storytelling sessions for children aged 3 to 7 at Amstelveen library.
Weekly story time for toddlers and preschoolers at Bibliotheek Bladel, with parents or grandparents.
Master storyteller Jan Alfrink shares moving tales that ignite the imagination at Bibliotheek Lichtenvoorde.
Interactive workshop where children discover how advertising works and hunt for ads throughout the library.
An informative session on dementia with the opportunity to ask questions and speak with professionals.
Discover how to make the most of iCloud on your iPhone or iPad for cloud storage and device synchronization.
An interactive lecture for children about forest secrets: paw prints, feathers and other natural treasures. Listen, observe and explore.
Learn how to support a seriously ill loved one during their final life phase in this practical training led by volunteers from Pieter van Foreest.
Technician Jan Buiting shares his expertise in repair and sustainability at an interactive Open Podium in Bibliotheek Boxmeer.
Independent Dutch language practice on computer, every Wednesday morning at the library. Free for everyone.
Free morning programme for babies and parents with BookStart coach Ingrid, exploring the best children's books at the library.
Doctor Reading Pleasure offers free advice to help children and parents find the right book, app or reading method. September 2 in Kampen.
A beginner's course teaching you how to use your smartphone: apps, email and safe online shopping.
The library reads aloud from engaging stories every Wednesday afternoon for children up to 8 years old.
Weekly workshop for children aged 6 to 12 featuring gaming, coding, building and creative play.
An interactive introduction to opera with historical context and musical pieces, designed for newcomers to the art form.
A study circle at Bibliotheek Panningen where you can expand your knowledge, meet others, and remain engaged.
Free consultation hour for questions about digital media, run by Seniorweb volunteers at DOK Tanthof.
A French conversation group for speakers of all levels to practice and improve their language skills in a relaxed, social setting.
Story time for toddlers aged 2-4 with their parents or grandparents: reading, singing and playing with picture books together.
Monthly workshop where neighbors practice digital skills with rotating themes in a casual, welcoming atmosphere.
Free reading advice from the BoekenBuddy for children and parents about books, reading, dyslexia and reading tips at the library.
Grandparents read aloud from picture books about nature and climate for children aged 4 to 8.
A gathering for international women in Venlo featuring conversations, creative activities and mutual support. Conducted in English with Spanish translation.
Lampje is a reading club for young people where Bibliotheek Bollenstreek's education team celebrates children's literature. Every session includes a book circle, activity, or guest speaker to spark new ideas.
A reading club for fans of popular manga series like Attack on Titan, Demon Slayer, and My Hero Academia.
Weekly reading group for non-native speakers at the library, where participants read and discuss Dutch texts together.
A1-level reading group for non-native speakers, combining enjoyable reading with Dutch language comprehension practice.
Office hours for volunteers at Bibliotheek Twello offering advice, guidance on the volunteer vacancy bank, and community input on local volunteering.
Study circle for people aged 50+ interested in exploring diverse subjects and sharing knowledge with fellow members.
Warm Schiedam provides weekly support and conversation at Library Noord for residents facing financial hardship, with referrals to appropriate services.
A morning programme where the BoekstartCoach introduces you to reading aloud, followed by a reading session in the library.
A regular study circle for people aged 50+ that meets every two weeks with 10 to 15 participants.
A Spanish language café at Bibliotheek Oirschot where you can practice the language and meet other Spanish speakers.
A library session for parents with toddlers aged 1-2, featuring reading tips, baby books, and interactive activities.
Weekly Wednesday morning programme for toddlers and preschoolers featuring storytelling, puppet play, music and creative activities in the Makerlab.
A parent-and-baby gathering featuring reading tips, baby books, and hands-on activities at the local library.
Reading sessions for babies, toddlers and preschoolers up to 4 years old in Heemskerk.
Digiplein is an informational session at Bibliotheek Purmerend where you can ask digital questions and learn safe online practices.
Stichting Erfgoed Gennep welcomes visitors every Wednesday afternoon at Bibliotheek Gennep. Bring your questions about Gennep's history or offer historical materials and photographs for loan.
Bibliotheek Bladel's BoekenBuddy helps children and parents discover books that match their interests and answers questions about reading, dyslexia and related topics.
Weekly story time sessions for children at libraries in Muiden, Bussum, Laren and Naarden.
Jannet Vermeulen-Stulen teaches you how to turn your experiences into a bookmark and a simple poem, inspired by her book 'BLIJVEN GAAN ons land rond over een weg vol poëzie'.
A parent-baby gathering featuring reading tips, baby books, and interactive activities for young children and their caregivers.
Monthly programme for babies and toddlers aged 0-2 with books, music and movement at the library.
Baby reading session at DOK Voorhof where stories are read aloud to babies every second Wednesday of the month.
A cosy book club where you discuss books in a small group over coffee or tea.
A library gathering for parents with toddlers aged 1-2, featuring reading tips, baby books, and interactive activities with your child.
An informal conversation about funeral wishes over coffee, guided by a professional funeral counselor.
Informal conversation about funeral wishes over coffee with funeral guide Brenda from Sky funeral guidance at Bibliotheek Brielle.
Three-session sewing course for beginners with instructor Elize. Make a pencil case and bag while learning to use a sewing machine in small groups.
A welcoming meetup for women to practise Dutch, make friends and enjoy coffee or tea together while crafting, playing games or cooking.
An information evening for council members to discuss plans and proposals, featuring presentations, discussions, or site visits. Watch online.
Multi-day exhibitions and festivals still on today.
Cardiologist Janneke Wittekoek brings her theatre lecture 'De Vrouwenhart Show' to Zutphen, exploring women's heart health with wit and insight.
Children aged 8 to 12 gather at BoekenScout in Cultura Ede's library to share book recommendations and join in reading activities, games and quizzes.
Cartographer Carlijn Kingma and investigative journalist Thomas Bollen examine how political and economic decisions have created the housing crisis.
Private guided tour through Maastricht's historic City Hall, an impressive 17th-century building with more than 350 years of heritage.
A practical evening about parenting challenges: how to handle children who won't listen and teenagers who lose their temper. For parents seeking real solutions.
Maarten van Rossem dissects historical and current social issues with sharp humour and deep knowledge. An evening of provocative stories where learning and laughter intertwine.
Guided tour of Natlab, Eindhoven's innovation centre, showcasing the technology and creative projects developed there.
A monthly guided tour of the Dordrechts Museum designed for toddlers, held on the first Friday and third Wednesday of each month.
A seasonal tasting at Muiderslot castle where the cook takes you through medieval and 17th-century food culture with changing themes and hands-on sampling.
A guided walking tour through the architectural masterpieces of Plan Zuid, designed in the Amsterdam School style.
A guided walk through Plan Zuid highlighting the architects of the Amsterdam School and their architectural legacy in this historic neighbourhood.
A guided walk through the historic fort village of Ooltgensplaat, where defence of Holland takes centre stage rather than fishing or farming.
Guided tour of the historic Scheepvaarthuis with a luxury arrangement on Sunday afternoon in Amsterdam.
Monthly programme at Museum Jan Cunen where art-based reflection leads to personal insights. Sessions held on the first Sunday and third Thursday of each month.
Guided tours through the Verwey Museum exploring Haarlem's rich historical heritage.
Learn to create a kokedama, a moss ball with a plant, using this traditional Japanese technique in a hands-on workshop.
Training on submitting multi-year subsidy applications in Nijmegen.
Learn oil painting in Almere and develop your artistic skills through hands-on practice in a creative studio environment.
Drawing and painting classes for 50+ at artist Myriam Weisz's studio. Beginners and experienced artists alike are welcome to learn and explore.
Fortnightly meetings for people aged 50+ to discuss current affairs and share knowledge on topics of their choosing.
Advanced Spanish B2 course with Pepi Hoogenboom-Santos. Twelve lessons focusing on grammar, vocabulary, and conversation.
Learn the fundamentals of photography in this beginner course at NYMA in Nijmegen.
Hands-on course teaching creative flash photography techniques for photographers wanting to develop their technical abilities.
Hands-on portrait photography course at NYMA in Nijmegen, focusing on lighting, composition, and posing techniques.
Three-part workshop series on programming with Scratch for children aged 8 and up who already know the fundamentals.
An advanced photography course for photographers looking to expand their technical skills, held at NYMA in Nijmegen.
Hands-on Adobe Lightroom course in Nijmegen covering the essential features and workflows of this photo editing software.
Four-day intensive oil painting course with Luna Nguyen, covering colour theory, composition, and still-life techniques in a small group with personal guidance.
A guided children's tour through Jachthuis Sint Hubertus, where a butler leads kids through stories of a wealthy family's life on the Veluwe.
Historian and TV personality Maarten van Rossem delivers a theatre lecture in Veenendaal.
Guided walk through the remains of the Second World War-era Fliegerhorst Deelen airfield in the Hoge Veluwe National Park.
Retired Lieutenant Colonel Frans Ruczynski discusses the crucial contribution of Polish liberators to the freedom of Western Europe and the Netherlands during World War II.
Guided walk through the Zinkgat on De Hoge Veluwe with a nature guide, departing from Theehuis De Kemperberg. Advance booking required.
Guided tour of the Breguet Atlantic, a military aircraft in the collection of the National Military Museum.
Innovators and designers collaborate on future projects at the EHV Innovation Café, a meeting place for creative partnership.
A guided family tour exploring landscapes across the Centraal Museum and the nijntje museum in Utrecht.
A Dick Bruna picture book read in Dutch and another language by two native speakers at the nijntje museum.
Learn to craft your own leather flowers in this hands-on workshop. With professional guidance, you'll work with colourful materials to create lasting blooms.
Guided tour through the former royal palace Kneuterdijk in The Hague, once home to King William II and Queen Anna Paulowna.
Enjoy an exclusive seasonal breakfast and guided tour of the historic Huis Van Gijn in Dordrecht.
A multi-sensory guided tour exploring fashion history, specially designed for blind and visually impaired visitors at the Centraal Museum in Utrecht.
Advanced photography course at NYMA in Nijmegen for experienced photographers looking to develop technical skills and creative practice.
A beginner's paleography course teaching you how to read and decipher historical handwriting and old documents.
A guided writing session led by Beau Karamoy where you work on your own project - novel, essay, thesis, or other text. Open to all.
Guided walking tour through Huizen featuring a visit to the former home of Hansje Dol, a significant local historical figure.
An exploration of technology and vulnerability in uncertain times, examining how technological optimism shapes daily life and social fragility.
Guided tour through Museum Panorama Mesdag featuring the collection's masterpieces and the renowned 19th-century panorama painting.
An 8-lesson course on writing fictional stories, covering plot development, tension, character creation, dialogue, and narrative atmosphere.
Creative workshop for toddlers aged 2-4 with their parents. Six lessons featuring tactile play, painting, building, gluing, printing and cutting.
Creative workshop for toddlers aged 2-4 and their parents, featuring hands-on activities like touching, painting, building and cutting.
Creative workshop for toddlers aged 2-4 with their parents, featuring hands-on activities like painting, building, and cutting. A series of 6 lessons.
Three-part workshop series for children aged 8+ to learn and expand on the fundamentals of Scratch programming.
A three-part workshop series where children aged 8 and up learn the fundamentals of Scratch and continue their programming journey.
Three-part workshop series on programming with Scratch for children aged 8 and up who already know the fundamentals.
Guided nature walk to spot butterflies at Huis ter Heide near Tilburg. Discover the remarkable butterfly species in their natural habitat.
Explore the bunkers of the Atlantikwall, a well-preserved WWII fortification, on a guided tour in Noordwijk.
Guided tour through the Mediamuseum Beeld & Geluid exploring the history of Dutch media and television.
KunstKeet is an art workshop for children aged 6+ featuring 6 lessons per theme, culminating in a masterclass with a professional artist.
A guided city walk through Groningen exploring its history and contemporary character.
Guided tour of Slot Zuylen exploring the holiday traditions of the Van Tuyll family, no booking required.
Discover the history and craft of monastery beer brewing, followed by a tasting session.
Casual Dutch conversation and writing practice in a relaxed language café setting at Centre Céramique in Maastricht.
Explore the historic Royal Waiting Room at Baarn Station, a former royal chamber with fascinating heritage.
A monthly philosophical discussion evening led by philosopher Ana Wissa, where participants explore diverse philosophical themes together.
Guided birdwatching tour through the Oostvaardersplassen with visits to bird hides and a concluding lunch, open to all ages.
A special guided tour at Museum Huis Doorn exploring the history of the last empress and the former imperial residence.
A guided tour of the depot at Mediamuseum Beeld & Geluid, where you explore the museum's behind-the-scenes collection.
Eyewitnesses to the Battle of Arnhem share their personal stories from the Second World War at the Airborne Museum.
Creative workshop for toddlers aged 2 to 4 with a parent: six lessons of tactile play, building, and making at the library.
Three-part workshop series in Scratch programming for children aged 8 and up who already know the fundamentals.
Diederik Jekeln shares scientific insights into happiness with practical tips you can apply immediately.
A workshop on conscious parenting offering practical insights and tips for daily life with children.
A guided tour through the Discovery Museum exploring the Einstein Telescope, one of the world's largest scientific projects.
A cosy reading circle where you share stories and poems with fellow readers. Free entry, coffee and tea included.
Monthly workshop for children aged 7+ using Osmo, Ozobot and Lego to learn programming through hands-on play.
A self-guided audio tour past 24 murals in Nijmegen, featuring stories about the city and its history.
An audio tour through Nijmegen where the city tells its own history and stories as an ancient Hanseatic city.
A guided tour of the historic 600-year-old Landgoed Kernhem estate, visiting the Vissekom, Hanepol, and Makandra care farm, followed by refreshments at the on-site Pancake House.
Weekly free drawing and painting classes for children aged 7 to 14 at Luna Nguyen Atelier, no experience required.
A guided tour through Almere's Regenboogbuurt neighbourhood, exploring its architecture and the iconic Rooie Donders.
Explore the former underground NATO headquarters in Maastricht, a fascinating Cold War relic hidden beneath the Cannerberg.
A lecture exploring Parkinson's disease: is the diagnosis an ending or a new beginning? A reflection on living with this condition.
A lecture exploring how Helmond transformed from a drab industrial city into an appealing place to live over recent decades.
A lecture on the history of prayer cards and devotional prints, from their origins to the present day. Karel Spee explains how these small memorial cards came to be.
A guided walk through Ede's historic centre featuring old buildings, traditional farmhouses and stories of the town's notable past.
Free guided tour through Museum W with stories about the collection, suitable for small groups.
Guided viewing of Chris Lebeau's murals in Leiden's Old Catholic Church, early 20th-century artworks that have endured for almost a hundred years.
A shared reading session of stories and poems at Bolsward Library with fellow participants.
A shared reading event where participants read stories and poems together at Joure Library.
Explore the recently renovated Museum Kam with guided tours every Sunday, discovering Nijmegen's rich history with knowledgeable guides.
Mei-inoar lêze is a group reading event at Bibliotheek Heerenveen where participants read stories and poems aloud together.
Entrepreneurs and tech enthusiasts meet to exchange experiences on digital innovation and emerging technologies at this Almere networking event.
Coffee with Art pairs art, stories and a fresh outlook with a cup of coffee at Hoogkarspel library.
Coffee with Art at Medemblik Library pairs a cup of coffee with stories and a fresh take on art.
A guided archaeology tour exploring the excavations of the Hidden Fortress and other fortifications in Bergen op Zoom.
Learn about specialty beer at an open masterclass hosted by Brouwerij Vandeoirsprong in Oirschot, where enthusiasts can discover the craft and flavors of artisanal brewing.
An evening walk past illuminated glass ornaments and pearls in Leerdam's city centre, guided by a local expert.
Guided tour of the historic Waldeck Casemates in Maastricht, exploring the history and significance of this military monument.
A nighttime guided walk to spot and listen for tawny owls in the forest near Natuurcentrum De Ginkel in Ede.
Guided tour of Parkwijk, a post-war residential neighbourhood in Haarlem-East with a remarkable architectural heritage.
Free language consultation hours offering personalized help with reading and writing in Elst, Heteren or Zetten.
A shared reading session where participants read stories and poems together in Workum's library.
Explore Appingedam's history on a guided city walk, with the option to visit historic churches or the synagogue.
Drawing and painting classes for children aged 7-14 at LNA in Almere, Tuesday to Saturday. Kids learn to work with various materials and develop their artistic skills and creativity.
Drop-in evening hosted by the Heemkundekring Oosterhout for local history and heritage enthusiasts.
Creative Dutch language course for children aged 7-14 at LNA, using stories, games and art to develop speaking skills and confidence.
Weekly English lessons for children aged 7 to 14 at LNA, building speaking, listening, reading and writing skills through stories and games.
Monthly gathering where readers silently enjoy their own books together at Oss library.
A lecture exploring Coevorden's role in the Dutch slave trade and colonialism, uncovering historical traces long overlooked in Drenthe.
A fashion illustration course for ages 11-16 at LNA where young artists develop their drawing skills and create their own fashion portfolio.
An Instagram-inspired guided tour through the art centre De Wieger in Deurne, exploring the collection and spaces through visual snapshots.
Digital drawing workshop for children aged 9-14 using Procreate on iPad, led by Luna Nguyen Atelier.
Guided tour through the Special Collections of Maastricht University Library, showcasing ancient books and manuscripts.
Heritage guide Peter leads you through Veenhuizen, one of the Colonies of Benevolence, sharing his personal knowledge of the village's history and its prisons.
Learn the Japanese raku technique at Lies Keramiek: craft your own ceramics and fire them in a traditional raku kiln.
Guided tour of the historic St. Jan Church and its vaults in Gemert, available on set dates throughout the year.
A step-by-step drawing course for children focusing on realistic techniques and fundamental skills.
An introduction to the work of Nora in Veenendaal.
A lecture on parenting by Ilse van den Heuvel and Marieke van Ginneken in Veenendaal.
A show for children aged 6 and up revealing the story behind Efteling's famous Baron 1898 roller coaster.
An introductory lecture on the historical artwork 'De Bestorming' in Veenendaal, exploring its significance and context.
A creative workshop where you'll make your own tassels using leather, ribbon and beads in different colours and shapes.
A volunteer reads a short story aloud, followed by a group discussion about the piece.
A guided walking tour through the historic town of Ravenstein, led by local heritage guides on the second Sunday of each month.
Guided tour of Vandeoirsprong brewery exploring its history and traditional beer-making methods.
Hands-on studio photography course at NYMA in Nijmegen covering lighting, composition, and camera techniques in a professional studio.
Jeroen Lucassen delivers a lecture on Spinoza as part of a free lecture series marking the 175th anniversary of the Freemasons lodge Karel van Zweden.
Flamingosofie brings a philosophical evening of conversation, humour and depth for young people who enjoy thinking and debating.
Guided tour of the Waterloopbos exploring hydraulic models, water engineering, and the historic Waterloopkundig Laboratorium.
Drop-in guided tour of painter Henk Helmantel's exhibition at Stadsmuseum Rhenen, no reservation needed.
A guided stargazing walk in Harlingen where you explore the night sky under expert guidance.
A guided forest walk under the full moon led by a Staatsbosbeheer ranger at Boomkroonpad in Drouwen.
A lecture exploring what the Bible says about birds, part of the Uurtje Natuurtje series at Natuurkwartier Nieuwegein.
Discover the art of falconry and meet birds of prey in this hands-on workshop at De Valk Roofvogels.
An audio walk through Appingedam with stories from podcaster Tom Tieman and city guides Kees and Jaap, who lead you past historic locations.
Flexible sewing lessons on a punch card at VNTG Atelier in Leiden. For those with basic skills, available Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday mornings.
IVN leads a guided nature walk through Zeewolde's countryside with expert guides.