The central branch of Bibliotheek Enschede is the city's main public library, located in the town centre. Alongside its extensive collection of books and media, it regularly hosts lectures, exhibitions and workshops for all ages.
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Small-group Dutch reading and writing lessons for adults at your own pace, guided by volunteers in the library.
A support and empowerment group for women focused on personal growth, meeting at Bibliotheek Enschede Centrale.
Parents chat with media coach Sebastian about screen time and social media, working out together what rules suit their parenting style.
A free coding workshop for children aged 7 to 17, where they learn to build websites, develop apps and make games.
Podologists Diede and Rosalie van Wender offer practical advice on children's feet and selecting proper footwear for growing kids.
An evening at Maakplaats053 for adults and young people aged 16+. Get hands-on experience with professional-grade machines in a dedicated adult session.
Create your own gift at Maakplaats053 using different techniques and materials. For children aged 6 and up.
Practical breastfeeding workshop with lactation specialist Leontine, designed for new parents with questions and practical advice.
Learn how an embroidery machine works and design your own embroidery pattern using free software in this hands-on workshop for children and adults.
A study circle for people over 50 in Enschede, offering meaningful conversations and intellectual engagement for those who want to dig deeper.
A children's craft workshop with a Christmas theme, part of the monthly Klets&Dreumes programme at the library.
Create your own wooden Christmas tree or candle holder in this hands-on workshop for children aged 6 and up.
A hands-on 3D printing workshop for children aged 6 and up, where you can design in Tinkercad or create with a 3D pen.
Peter Henk Steenhuis presents his book 'From Craftsman to Citizen', a philosophical inquiry into what makes education meaningful.
A reading club for over-40s at Bibliotheek Enschede Centrale where you discuss contemporary literature and connect with fellow readers.
A study circle for people over 50 in Enschede, offering substantive discussions and intellectual engagement for those seeking deeper conversation.
Free drop-in advice on reading, writing, speaking, and computer skills, available five days a week at the library.
Author Simone Foekens presents the newest book in the Iza series at the Library's Maakplaats creative space.
Reading consultant Wicky reads to toddlers and helps parents find age-appropriate books at the library.
Children design their own ideal superhero in this interactive shop and discover what qualities matter most.
Hands-on workshop exploring different baby carriers and wraps, with personalized guidance from an experienced consultant.
Practical course on travelling by public transport in Enschede. Learn how to use buses, trams and trains efficiently and safely.
Design and engrave a custom pet tag in this creative workshop for all ages.
An international writing session where participants focus on their own projects in a distraction-free environment.
An afternoon of swapping, socializing and creative making for adults at Enschede's central library.
Local organizations in Enschede showcase volunteering opportunities at this market, part of the Week Against Loneliness.
An interactive presentation celebrating the life and music of the legendary soul and gospel icon Aretha Franklin.
Prize ceremony for the story competition 'Peace... Urgently Needed!' featuring readings by participants at Bibliotheek Enschede Centrale.
Four-part art history course exploring the female nude as a recurring theme in visual art, from Venus to the femme fatale.
Paediatric physiotherapist Annemarijke shares practical tips on children's sleep patterns and how parents can better manage restless nights.
Baby yoga with massage and movement to music, led by paediatric physiotherapist Puck at the library.
An exhibition of 23 volunteer portraits at Bibliotheek Enschede Centrale, celebrating the International Year of the Volunteer and M-Pact's 10th anniversary.
Maakplaats053 invites children to transform old items into something new in this creative workshop.
Children design monsters that inspire Hogeschool Saxion students to create their own artistic interpretations in this collaborative exhibition.