35 events for the next 18 months
Master the photo transfer technique and apply your own photos to wood or canvas. A hands-on workshop where you create and take home your first piece.
Practical course on pension planning: learn where you stand financially and what choices you have for your retirement.
A chess gathering at the library open to players of all skill levels, from young to old.
Weekly play session for toddlers and preschoolers at the library, featuring stories, games and social time.
Learn encaustic art techniques: paint with melted beeswax and an iron on special paper, inspired by landscapes.
A lecture on Old Masters in Spanish museums, from Dürer and El Greco to Bronzino. Discover how the Prado and other institutions preserve masterworks by Bosch and Velázquez.
Art workshop for children aged 7-12 with artist Vanessa Obinu. Over four sessions, discover contemporary art and experiment with different materials and techniques.
Painting class for beginners and advanced students, with guidance from sketch to finished piece using watercolour, oil or acrylic.
Weekly LEGO workshop where children learn to construct their own stories using bricks, bringing adventures and characters to life.
Learn how to use Excel pivot tables and charts to quickly visualize trends and relationships in your data. For advanced users.
Musical pictures, movement and singing for the youngest: a playful session where babies discover sounds and colours together with you.
Historian René van Stipriaan explores the life of William of Orange, moving beyond the legend to reveal the man behind one of the Netherlands' most celebrated historical figures.
Create your own custom tea blend in this hands-on workshop. Mix tea and herbs until you find the perfect combination for your taste.
Learn to design professional promotional materials and build a strong brand identity with Canva, tailored for volunteers and business owners.
Weekly LEGO workshop where children listen to stories and build together at the LEGO tables.
Drop-in afternoon featuring old photographs and historical materials from 's-Gravenzande. Share memories and explore the town's past while enjoying coffee.
Meet children's author Kevin Hassing, creator of Mus & Kapitein Kwaadbaard, and ask him your questions directly.
A children's geography lecture exploring how people survive in Earth's most extreme environments, from the Arctic to deserts.
Learn flower arranging in this Christmas workshop and create your own festive arrangement to take home.
Three-part lecture on modern art from Picasso to Pop Art, led by lecturer Hoo-Man Chan M.A. at the 's-Gravenzande Library.
Writer Adriaan van Dis talks with Simon Dikker Hupkes about his work and life as he approaches his eightieth birthday.
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.
Children's craft workshop where you transform old books into festive Christmas and New Year decorations through folding.
A follow-up Spanish course for beginners covering everyday situations with clear grammar instruction and practical materials.
Follow-up course in encaustic art for participants who have completed the basics. Learn advanced techniques for painting with beeswax.
A four-lesson dance course for toddlers, introducing the youngest children to movement and rhythm through play.
Bring your stuffed animal to the library for a cosy sleepover. After a bedtime story, it spends the night having adventures you'll hear about the next day.
Economist Jaap van Duijn explores current economic issues including energy prices, inflation, and pensions, examining how they interconnect.
Learn practical techniques to transform anxious thoughts into positive action and regain control.
A lecture on Frans Hals and Rembrandt, two master portrait painters of the 17th century and their revolutionary painting technique.
An assertiveness course teaching you to communicate your opinions and needs clearly and confidently.
Introductory Excel course for beginners, covering essential functions and practical skills.
Practical workshop for advanced Excel users with tips and tricks to work more efficiently.
Learn wood carving in this beginner course: design and carve a relief step by step under expert guidance.
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Thailand enthusiast Nanda de Roo shares practical tips for planning and organizing your own trip to Thailand.
A course on self-knowledge and personal goals. Discover your strengths and preferences to make conscious choices in your life.
Explore the meaning and stories behind classic French chansons. No French language skills needed - just a love for the genre.
Advanced Spanish conversation course (A2+) with lessons mostly in Spanish to develop your speaking ability.
Children build their own LEGO creations inspired by Kelly van Kampen's book Hotel Zweefkees.
A lecture exploring how the Atlantikwall's construction shaped the landscape and community of 's-Gravenzande during World War II.
Children's theater performance featuring Hakim in an adventure packed with funny surprises.
Learn video editing with DaVinci Resolve, a free software for beginners. You'll edit and process video material from your smartphone and beyond.
Discover Chinese tea culture through tastings from different regions. Learn about traditions and flavours in this hands-on workshop.
A lecture exploring Westland's history from the 18th century to modern times, examining how the region evolved over the centuries.
Exhibition of over 30 Matisse works from the Centre Pompidou collection, presented by the H'Art Museum.
Intermediate Spanish course focusing on conversation and listening comprehension through real-world scenarios.
Intermediate Spanish course for learners with two years of prior study, emphasizing conversation and vocabulary building.
Learn flower arranging over six lessons, taking home your own creation after each class.
An interactive musical story performance about a flying hotel, created for children aged 8 and up, featuring writer Kelly van Kempen and musician Kelvin Allison.
The NVVE explores end-of-life choices for people with dementia, offering practical advice on discussing these decisions with healthcare providers and family.
Creative writing course for beginners with surprising assignments and experimentation. No experience required, just curiosity and a desire to find your own writing voice.
Photo exhibition 'I Keep Participating' about Alzheimer's, organized around World Alzheimer's Day in partnership with network organizations.
A lecture on Han van Meegeren, the famous art forger who deceived the art world and Nazi leaders with his counterfeit Vermeers.
Three-lesson course in marine radio communication for safe water-based communication. Suitable for both beginners and experienced water sports enthusiasts.
An advanced photography course designed to deepen your photographic understanding and technique.
Two-part course for people over 65 exploring health, social connections and personal values with Vitis Welzijn.
Advanced Italian course emphasizing conversation and grammar for experienced learners.
Free language and digital skills support for adults at 's-Gravenzande library.
Learn M.C. Escher's techniques in this drawing workshop. Create templates and discover how regular tessellation works to produce your own Escher-style artwork.
A practical German language course for beginners and those refreshing their skills from scratch.
A workshop on Stoic philosophy exploring how thoughts and judgments influence emotions and how to maintain calm in the face of setbacks.
Advanced Spanish course for learners with three years of prior study. Expand your vocabulary, grammar, and conversational ability.
Interactive action day where you discover your talents and create a concrete action plan to achieve your goals.
Continuation French course for learners who have finished French 1 or want to refresh earlier knowledge.
Collector Lex Sternfeld presents a retrospective of 75 years of Dutch television through iconic entertainment and sports clips.
Continuation French course for intermediate learners with five years of prior study or equivalent language skills.
Conversation course in Italian for intermediate learners looking to enhance their speaking skills at B1 level.
Practical Spanish course for overwintering travellers, covering everyday situations like introductions, dining, shopping, and chatting with locals.
Follow-up Italian course for learners approaching level A1. Three lessons cover the final chapter of Allegro nuovo 1, with the option to progress to Italian 3.
Dr. Frans Hoogeveen, a dementia care specialist, explores what people with dementia can still achieve and learn, drawing on his recent book about Alzheimer's.
Italian conversation course for A2-level learners, focusing on speaking and listening skills.
French conversation course at B1 level for intermediate speakers. Listening exercises, dialogue practice, and presentations.
A follow-up German course for learners with basic knowledge who want to expand their skills.
Beginner French course in 's-Gravenzande. Learn to communicate in French and prepare yourself for travel to France.
Weekly LEGO workshop where children learn to construct stories with bricks, from adventures to funny animals.
Four-evening NLP training course with coach Marina Zuiderwijk, teaching communication techniques and calm leadership for entrepreneurs, managers, and professionals.
A course on conversation skills focused on depth and genuine connection with others.
Spanish grammar refresher for intermediate learners: review second-year topics in three separate sessions.
Italian grammar refresher for first-year students, designed to prepare you for the second year of study.
Weekly LEGO workshop where children explore storytelling and creative writing through building.
Doula Casper Hendriks leads an interactive talk about what constitutes a beautiful death and who decides - a universal subject often left unspoken.
Spanish grammar refresher for intermediate learners: review second-year topics in three separate sessions.
Refresher course in Italian for learners preparing to move into the second year with a strong grammatical base. This second lesson covers topics from the first course year.
Spanish grammar refresher for intermediate learners: review key topics from the second course year in three separate sessions.
Italian grammar refresher for students entering year two. Topics from the first year are reviewed; you can attend one, two, or all three lessons.
