De Bibliotheek Eindhoven is the city's central public library, housed in a modern building near the main railway station. Alongside its book and media collections, it regularly hosts lectures, debates, exhibitions and workshops, making it an active hub for education and culture in the city.
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The Week of Reading and Writing brings attention to basic literacy skills through diverse activities at multiple Eindhoven Library locations.
Volunteers share English stories with children, who discover the language through play and participation.
Informal meeting place for mothers with questions about breastfeeding and parenting, supported by volunteer lactation consultants and experienced advisors.
Parents can borrow play and learning materials for children at the library during summer holidays. Materials are available every Thursday from 15:00 to 16:30.
Schilthuizen explores how amateur scientists can help protect urban biodiversity. A Green Café about nature in the city.
Language workshop for children who don't speak Dutch at home and want extra practice opportunities.
Stories, songs and creative activities in Serbian and related languages at Eindhoven Library.
CoderDojo Eindhoven is a free coding club where children learn programming and collaborate on projects together.
A lecture about a three-year wilderness expedition: a personal story of recovery, courage, and living in harmony with nature.
A two-part event exploring book bans and censorship through history, featuring discussion and a reading experiment.
De Bibliotheek Eindhoven hosts Persian storytelling sessions for children. Listen to stories told in Persian.
A welcoming gathering where parents and babies enjoy shared reading and connect with other families at the library.
JobOn offers free workshops for job seekers aiming to advance their careers, with support from experienced volunteers.
Rasit Elibol, writer and editor at De Groene Amsterdammer, discusses his book "Vuistslagen". Following the interview, there is a Q&A session and signed copies are available for purchase.
Broedplaats Vriendschap explores friendship as a social theme through learning, encounter and artistic practice.
A creative workshop where you make and build things together with others at de Bibliotheek Eindhoven.
A bilingual storytelling and play session for children and parents celebrating the Mid-Autumn Festival, with a focus on Cantonese language and Chinese cultural traditions.
A two-part event exploring book bans and censorship through history and hands-on experiment. Part 2 examines how restricted access to books shapes your reading experience.
Steven van den Heuvel explores how to genuinely connect with people who hold different views, drawing on psychology, philosophy, and personal stories.
An interactive storytelling session in Arabic for children, featuring craft activities. Bsant guides young listeners through reading and creative play in their mother tongue.
A talk with Al Ghaoui Hesna exploring how to build courage and inner strength when facing life's uncertainties.
A lecture on what creates the feeling of belonging and how psychology connects us to places and communities.
A creative craft workshop for children themed around 'Spot On!' during Children's Book Week at Eindhoven Library.
Beginner's course for seniors on Windows, internet and email. Learn practical laptop skills in this SeniorWeb workshop.
Learn to spot online fraud and protect yourself against scams in this practical workshop at Bibliotheek Eindhoven.
A relaxed board game evening at the library where you can play games, meet others, and socialise over drinks at shared tables.
Learn to repair your own clothes at this Mending Café, guided by Katja from Eindje Groen.
Book club for young adults (18-28) discussing Young Adult and New Adult novels.
A reading group exploring classic literature through personal experience and historical context in an open, curious atmosphere.
Free Turkish storytelling session for toddlers and young children at Eindhoven Library, held on the first Saturday of each month.
Govert Schilling takes children on an interactive journey through space and time, exploring questions about the moon, Venus, black holes, and dinosaur extinction.
Bibliotheek Regio Eindhoven hosts workshops, mini-lectures and activities exploring major scientific discoveries during the Weekend of Science.
Spanish storytelling session for children at Eindhoven Library, featuring stories read aloud in collaboration with El Carrusel and C.L.O.
A monthly reading session in Kannada, one of India's languages, at Bibliotheek Eindhoven.
Tea sommelier Laura Schut guides you through blending tea and you create your own autumn blend to take home in this cosy workshop.
Portuguese storytelling workshop for Brazilian children by Semente, celebrating Portuguese language and Brazilian culture through creative activities.
Green Café Eindhoven is a recurring evening of conversation about the city's future, nature and sustainability. Inspiring stories and local insights come together in an open dialogue about shaping Eindhoven.
Practical workshop on secure password management using Bitwarden, designed for seniors in partnership with SeniorWeb.
An open discussion evening where you talk through taboo subjects with others, guided by an expert.
Practical workshop on cybersecurity: learn how to protect yourself against phishing, fraud and AI-driven deception.
Writer Suzanna Jansen explores the history of women's nervous exhaustion and the recovery clinics of the past. A lecture on a forgotten chapter of Dutch history.
A talk on digital legacy: how to manage your online accounts and digital files in advance so your family won't have to deal with them after you're gone.
SeniorWeb explores practical steps for managing your digital legacy: what happens to your online accounts after death and how to plan ahead.
Information session about starting a Senia reading club in Eindhoven, with the possibility of founding a new club on the day.
A three-session workshop exploring spontaneous and creative writing through words, quotations and poems as inspiration.
An interactive session about pleasure and body connection, where participants explore their relationship with their own body.
Stories are read aloud in Mongolian at Eindhoven Library, offering a unique introduction to the language and culture.
Yoïn van Spijk explores the history and quirks of the Dutch language through stories from his books, with a quiz to test your knowledge.
Children craft clay characters and watch them perform in a stop-motion film.
Children create their own stop-motion film about a chaotic stage performance full of hilarious mishaps in this hands-on workshop.
Learn the cyanotype technique and create your own bookmarks using plants and stencils, guided by illustrator Laura Carter.
A story-time session for young children followed by hands-on craft activities like drawing, gluing and colouring.
Children aged 8-12 fold coloured paper into a custom modular desk organizer using origami techniques. No glue needed, just folding skills.
Taboe Tabee brings personal stories about being queer and Muslim together in an evening featuring film, spoken word, music and panel discussion.
Learn the fundamentals of Chinese calligraphy in an intimate workshop setting with personalized guidance. Suitable for beginners from age 10 onwards.
Jos and Bauke Hüsken guide you through 110 years of library history at Bibliotheek Regio Eindhoven, sharing remarkable stories of growth and transformation.
English-language workshop on redesigning municipal communications to encourage citizen participation and dialogue, facilitated by Design Academy Eindhoven student Sanha Park.
An evening dedicated to Sarah J. Maas and romantasy at Bibliotheek Regio Eindhoven, followed by midnight shopping at Boekhandel Van Piere.
SeniorWeb workshop on artificial intelligence: learn what AI is, how to use it in daily life, and understand its opportunities and risks.
A practical workshop on writing and publishing a book, from first idea to finished product. Learn the roadmap and avoid common mistakes.
An art lecture exploring Botticelli's 'The Birth of Venus' and the history of the female nude in Western art, from classical antiquity to the Renaissance.
Three-day beginner's course covering the fundamentals of iPhone and iPad operation at Bibliotheek Eindhoven.
Three-session workshop for beginners covering the fundamentals of using Android tablets and smartphones.
A plant-based community dinner where you explore the relationship between humans and nature under the guidance of designer Daniëlle Ooms, featuring seasonal local vegetables.
Green Café hosts regular sustainability-focused activities: nature walks, workshops, lectures, and film nights. Join a community working toward a greener future.
Children read aloud together in Lithuanian, play games and discover the language at Bibliotheek Eindhoven.
Greek fairy tales are read aloud for children at Bibliotheek Eindhoven.
The Wave Eindhoven hosts a Feminist Book Club discussing 'Woman at Point Zero' by Nawal El Saadawi, a novel about a woman facing execution in an Egyptian prison.
Monthly reading hour in Tamil at Bibliotheek Eindhoven, one of India's languages.
A workshop exploring how books can heal, ease loneliness, and help us express our inner emotions.
Chef Peter Kesseler presents his book 'Kesseler Cooks Culinary Compositions' with live music and stories from artists including Guus Meeuwis and Anneke van Giersbergen.
Creative workshop exploring how your body and cycle naturally express themselves through writing, drawing, and guided exercises.
Practical workshop covering the basics of text processing in Word, email and WordPad, with tips and tricks for formatting and editing documents.
Monthly story hour in Telugu, one of India's languages, hosted by Eindhoven Library.
Japanese storytelling sessions for toddlers and preschoolers at de Bibliotheek Eindhoven, occasionally featuring songs and crafts.
A three-part course teaching the fundamentals of using a MacBook, including file management, folders, and apps.
A creative workshop where you make your own artwork inspired by animals and plants from the library collection, using paint, drawing and collage techniques.
A monthly Hindi reading hour at Bibliotheek Eindhoven for children interested in this Indian language.
Learn programming through blocks and design your own embroidery pattern to be stitched by machine. For children aged 9+, no experience needed.
Learn fermentation techniques in this hands-on workshop and take home your own spruce needle drink, sourdough starter, and fermented vegetables.
Children build and program their own moving LEGO caterpillar while learning how technology and storytelling connect in this practical workshop.
Children aged 8 to 12 create their own magical felt bag charm or keychain in this hands-on workshop.
An interactive theatre lecture by Willem and Wessel examining AI's impact on employment. Through humour and practical examples, they explore what genuinely transforms and what endures.
A workshop on effective tidying with practical tips to help you organize your home or space better.
Ineke Strouken explores the origins and significance of festive and life-cycle traditions such as birthdays, Christmas and Easter, marking the library's 110th anniversary.
Interactive game exploring the real accessibility challenges of digital systems. Navigate the frustration of arranging a hospital appointment through complex online platforms.
Drop in to the Genealogy Café at Eindhoven Library to explore your family history with help from experienced genealogy enthusiasts.
A quiet reading gathering for book lovers: bring your own book and enjoy coffee or tea alongside fellow readers at the library.
A one-off tabletop RPG session at the library where newcomers and experienced players alike can enjoy an adventure guided by a game master.
Learn the historic art of letterlocking: write, fold and seal letters by hand. Perfect for craft enthusiasts, writers and history lovers alike.
A standalone role-playing adventure for everyone, with or without experience. The game master guides you through the game - just roll the dice.
International playgroup for families with young children meeting every Tuesday. Toddlers play while parents socialise and make new friends.
De Bibliotheek Regio Eindhoven launches the cultural season with a weekend featuring meetings, creative activities and diverse programming.
An audio performance with headphones where Marjolijn van Heemstra guides you through the world between light and dark, filled with stories about in-between moments and invisible turning points.