edition 8 | june/july 2018
HOWDO the magazine for i n t e r n at i o n a l s
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edition 8 | june/july 2018
HOWDO the magazine for i n t e r n at i o n a l s
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HOWDO is the English magazine for internationals in the Eindhoven area. Everything that Eindhoven has to offer is covered in HOWDO. Need information on culture, shopping, restaurants, events or other things to do, just open your copy of HOWDO and you are good to go!
You can get your free copy every two months at more than 300 places, including the High Tech Campus, the Holland Expat Center and a lot of hotels in the Eindhoven area. HOWDO is also available at 240 waiting rooms.and online at www.howdo.info.
Want to be part of the team? HOWDO is looking for photographers and writers to tell their story. If you are interested in joining the team or advertising in HOWDO, just send an e-mail to contact@howdo.info.
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In need of relaxation, a makeover, beauty boost, a massage or simply time to kill? Check in at Agua! You won't regret it!
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HOWDO magazine is Pers 040’s bimonthly publication. Publisher Niels ter Haar Editor in Chief Claudia Cavens Final Editor Joost Pool Media Advisor Nico de Jong, Marlon Kerkhofs, Chantal Loomans, Menno Stockmans Editorial Office Claudia Cavens, Bob ter Horst, Veerle Büchold, Joost Pool, Linde ten Broek Coverphoto: Emoves Design EMG b.v. Séverine van Bun Distribution waiting rooms Tour de Ville Contact Pers 040 B.V. PO box 4988 5604 CD Eindhoven contact@howdo.info www.howdo.info Would you like to receive HOWDO at home? For € 14,50 a year you will receive the magazine once every two months. Mail contact@howdo.info for inquiries. Copyright and disclaimer All matrials and content is protected under Article 15 of the Copyright Act. Copying is prohibited. © 2018 HOWDO magazine Pers 040 B.V. is not liable for the content of the columns and eventual inaccuracies and/or typographical errors.
Joost Pool Final Editor After our well-received ‘rebirth’ in April, thanks for all the compliments(!), it is with great pride, pleasure and energy that we’ve put together our new edition for you! You, the expat and international (student) that makes it all worthwhile. Thanks once again! Fortunately, our international community is ever-growing and that doesn’t go unnoticed with the local businesses, foundations and municipality. With the ever sunny (sic) Dutch summer approaching fast, we’ve included many outdoor activities for you in this issue. For example, take a last chance of a tour of the grand Wielewaal estate, formerly belonging to Philips. After this summer the gates will be permanently closed to the public. Literally on the menu: lunch and dinner by top chefs from the region in a pop-up restaurant. All this organized by NoXcuse. For an active summer you might be interested to try out touch rugby or FlingGolf. Both very easy to learn, not as rough or difficult as the real rugby and golf, and a great way to meet both internationals and locals! As usual we’ve also included various tips and tricks on how to make your life here a little more comfortable. How about the ‘dreaded’ Dutch birthday parties? We’ve all got to sit through them and now you know how. We hope you’ll enjoy this issue even more than the last, so until the next time: HOWDO!
Force Coaching As a coach I help people achieve their goals. It is often the case that for many of these goals you have to do things that are far from comfortable at first. In fact, oftentimes you come up with all sorts of reasons and excuses in conversation with yourself, to especially not do what is necessary. Most people stay away from change and continue with old habits. However, if you are willing to do the work, I can help you get into action and teach you how to directly abandon these habits and patterns. Do you want to know how I can help you? Sign up for one of the free lectures via the website.
T 06-25041897 info@forcecoaching.nl www.forcecoaching.nl
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Eindhoven is the home base of Big5, so they know, like no other, what Eindhoven and the surrounding areas have to offer you. Their relocation services are always customized to suit your personal situation. Big5 works face-to-face. It is important for them to deal with every family or individual in person. They want to know what is important to you; what matters to you in life. Relocation is a very personal experience. They will go the extra mile to make things work for you. For example, they can arrange a one day pre-orientation tour of the Eindhoven area, to make sure you don’t have any regrets later. Big5 wants to ensure a warm welcome in our country.
Big5 T 040 235 1505 E servicedesk@big5relo.com www.big5relo.com
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THE BELLRAYS
LOCATION: CAFÉ WILHELMINA
Sounds like The Stooges fronted by Tina Turner.
VR 8 JUN
MAN FROM THE SOUTH If you like Townes van Zandt, Neil Young, Jason Isbell and Bonnie ‘Prince’ Billy, this album presentation is a must go!
VR 8 JUN
HITSZONE
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Metal supergroup with Mike Patton (Faith No More) and Dave Lombardo (Slayer)
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An intimate acoustic evening with Heather Nova. LOCATION:
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UB40 + MADNESS
Sunny double-bill with two British giants.
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FUZZ CLUB EINDHOVEN 2018 A two day festival hosted bij Fuzz Club, Effenaar and Eindhoven Psych Lab.
VR 21 SEP
THE DUTCH QUEEN TRIBUTE They will, they will rock you! The best dutch Queen tribute.
voor ons complete programma:
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If you’re an animal lover and looking for a nice daytrip in the area, Zoo Veldhoven is the perfect place for you. The zoo has a wide variety of birds and mammals. Parrots, birds of prey, flamingos, pelicans, zebras, ringtailed lemurs and alpacas are just a few of the animals you can find in Veldhoven, close to Eindhoven. When you visit, you are welcomed by the parrots. You can feed the birds with special food which can be bought at the entrance. Facts and details about the animals are provided throughout the park, but you can always ask the dedicated employees for more information. Veldhoven Zoo is open seven days a week.
THURSDAY AUGUST 2 HEATHER NOVA Effenaar No introduction needed right? This amazing singer from Bermuda has been coming to the Netherlands for years. Heather will sing a selection of songs from her nine albums, as well as performing some brand-new material. She will play in an acoustic intimate seated setting. Enjoy all her classics such as ‘Maybe An Angel’ and ‘Walk This World’ amongst many others! More info: www.effenaar.nl
Zoo Veldhoven Wintelresedijk 51 | Veldhoven T 040 737 0385 www.zooveldhoven.nl
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Imagine yourself in Japan, or Yemen, or… let’s say Pakistan. You arrive by plane, walk into the arrivals hall, and you see all kinds of notice boards, advertisements, signs, and you hear people talking. You don’t understand a thing! Of course, some information is available in English, and some people speak English. So the bigger things like getting to your apartment or ordering a burger are easy enough. A burger looks the same everywhere! And then: you’re going to work in this country, so you get a call from your new boss who will make sure you get picked up and taken to work on your first day. So far so good. By now, you can get to work every day. Some colleagues help you fix up your apartment, tell you where to shop and how to get your paperwork sorted.
Next: you want to meet other people, do something at the weekend, join a sports club and to get to know the city. You want to feel connected and to enjoy yourself. Besides that, you want to know what’s going on in town. You watch the news, but they talk too fast to make sense… you see newspapers on the rack in the shop, but you can’t read them - though from the pictures it seems there is some kind of demonstration. Lots of people on the street. Masses. Why? Is it a celebration? Who is celebrating what? Is it a pro test? Against what? Should I be protesting too? Is it about something that affects me? Did something bad happen? Is it a trade union strike? What do they want? Higher wages, probably. Or is there a football match? You really don’t know, but apparently it is of interest to many people. This is just one example of information that could be important to a resident. You won’t find it in a directory
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‘Connecting international to local’
or a guide, but still it can be crucial to your (and your family’s) life in the country. It is essential citizens are informed about day to day events in the city they live in. Things change all the time - new rules, new regulations, new developments, new events…. Things happen. This is NEWS. It is information that is important to everyone in town so they can take part in local activities, talk to neighbours about the latest happenings, know what to say yes or no to. We at Eindhoven News are determined to keep (we do this since 2009) providing this news and making sure non-Dutch speakers too are kept updated.
Dutch people are not always aware of the considerable local population that can’t participate because of the language barrier. If you’ve never experienced building a life in a foreign country, it doesn’t cross your mind. You can read and understand everything! You KNOW everything. Your annual holiday abroad doesn’t do much, to help you understand how it feels to want to be included, and the extra effort you have to make to get the information you need. This is, of course, part of the adventure of living abroad - and how boring it would be if EVERYTHING was in English! But to have the essential information, what you need to stay involved… yes, that’s nice.
Irene Martens Manager Eindhoven News
https://www.facebook.com/eindhovennews | https://www.linkedin.com/company/10118100/admin/updates | www.eindhovennews.com
ACTIVE CLUB EINDHOVEN
FITNESS WITH A PERSONAL TOUCH Certainly not BASIC and definitely not for FREE! But you really get a lot MORE! Make the commitment to yourself and the Active Club Eindhoven: we guarantee you get fit! Unlimited personal training for € 125 or once a week for € 75 per month! Including a personal daily menu to lose weight and get slim before this summer. TRY OUT FOR FREE, CALL 040-843 6154 or send an email to eindhoven@activeclub.nl personal training . physiotherapy . pilates . yoga . boxing. online coaching . medical training . crossfit . outdoor training . bootcamp
Active Club Eindhoven Kleine Berg 12 | Eindhoven T 040 843 6154 eindhoven@activeclub.nl www.activeclub.nl
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Finding a house As you can imagine, with the many different cultures arriving in the Eindhoven area, there also are many different needs that need to be met. Some are looking for new houses, others are looking for older houses. Because everyone has a different point of reference, it can sometimes be difficult to meet these demands. Some people like to have a large oven in the kitchen, so they can cook that turkey at Thanksgiving. Others are looking for every bedroom to have a bathroom. Yet again other people rather have an apartment with a small kitchen, as they prefer to eat out. Others are looking for a large house in the centre of town on a low budget.
MariĂŤlle Owen-Duffels Eindhoven and surrounding areas Tulip Expats Services BV postal address: P.O. Box 82301, 2508 EH The Hague + 31 (0) 6 53147086 headoffice + 31 (0) 70 2208156 marielle@tulipexpatsservices.com tulipexpatsservices.com
The wishes are endless. We can help adjust your perspectives and look for every option in finding a rental property that the international client is happy to stay in for a limited period, or to find a property that they want to purchase and stay in for a longer time. Although the many steps associated with rental or purchasing a property can be very overwhelming, especially if this is done in a language which is not your mother tongue, we are here to help you overcome these obstacles and find you your perfect new home.
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Herring: Dutch Sushi It’s not a big secret that Dutch people love fish. But one fish has a special place in our hearts: herring. For more than 600 years, people in the Netherlands have been eating raw herring. What’s up with that? At the end of June, the beginning of the new herringseason is celebrated. Herring is caught from mid-May to mid-July and is called ‘Hollandse Nieuwe’ (Holland’s Newest). At the start of the season the fish is at its best: fresh and fat. After the season ends, you can still eat delicious herring, as it’s frozen to keep its high quality for a long period of time. The Dutchies like herring so much because it has a soft texture with a nice bite to it. The smell is amazing: salty and fresh. The fish must have a high percentage of fat, at least 15%, which is said to cure hangovers. Where do you find this treat? On any street market you will find a ‘viskraam’ (fish stall). Here they sell all kinds of fish, but of course herring is the most popular one.
You can consume the herring in different ways. Most of the time the fish is being chopped up and covered in onions. If you really want to enjoy the full experience, try eating it the traditional way. You hold the herring by its tail and let it slide into your mouth. That’s the only right way to discover this ‘Dutch sushi.’
A HI G H-QUAL ITY PERSON A L A PPR OA C H T O L EGAL IS S U ES As one of the largest family law firms in the Netherlands, our office is home to high-quality, well-renowned attorneys and divorce mediators. We offer a personal approach to legal services across a whole spectrum of family law and/or inheritance law disputes, both to international, as well as Dutch clients. Every day we advise and represent our clients in family and inheritance law matters. Our services are based on a personal approach, never losing sight of the human dimension of a case. We are at your side in difficult times, but also when you settle in the Netherlands and want to be informed about the family law-related consequences.
If you are interested in no-nonsense advice on obtaining a decent out-ofcourt settlement or a court decision, we look forward to hearing from you. For more information please visit our website or send an email to cvandervegt@scg-advocaten.nl.
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buying a house... If you have worked and lived in the Netherlands for six months or longer, you may be eligible to buy a house! However, you are suddenly faced with lots of questions. Using a real estate agent is very common in the Netherlands, and is advisable, particularly for those who are new to the country or are not fluent in Dutch. Dutch estate agents are called makelaar. It's common to have both a buyer’s agent and a seller's agent, and each will have different roles in the transaction and have to be paid separately. Over the years we have gained a lot of experience in dealing with the desires and needs of expats. We’ve seen our share of houses. We are aware of the differences you encounter once you set foot in a different country. We go far beyond what other agents offer. Our only goal is to make sure you are happy with your purchase. As a buying agent, Anita is an expert, a specialist in the housing market. She protects your interests as a buyer. She saves you time, problems and thousands of euros, thanks to her expertise, experience and knowledge of the market. We will help you find a property that suits you. TIP: Before you go hunting for property, go and see a registered mortgage adviser so you know what you want to/can borrow. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us. We are happy to assist you!
Pit makelaars Your real estate agent: Anita Fiers 040 255 3003 makelaar@pitmakelaars.com www.pitmakelaars.com
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Because you dream of a fairytale wedding
Getting married is romantic... It’s only after the wedding that your marriage really starts. Do you want a fairytale marriage? Then it’s important that you have a solid base to rely on. Your notary understands that agreements between you two have to be clearly recorded. So that you can enjoy a certain future for you, your partner and your children. Your marriage. Your life. Your notary.
040 213 63 60 Like us on Facebook www.jouwnotaris.nl
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Specialist in shoe repair official Saphir dealer De Leermeester stands for quality and craftsmanship. They were nominated for best Dutch shoe repair service three years in a row. De Leermeester repairs all types of shoes with great care. Your shoes will be like new! Online shoe repair service Online shoe repair services are available at De Leermeester. So, if you don’t live in the neighbourhood, or have no time to visit the shop, use our sending service! On the site you can easily request an offer. When you send your shoes to De Leermeester they will be repaired and returned within 5 workdays. Saphir De Leermeester is an official Saphir dealer, the best brand for maintenance of shoes worldwide. Keys for duplication A great variety of keys for duplication and different kinds of engraving is also available at De Leermeester. Recently De Leermeester opened a new shop in the Rechtestraat, in the centre of Eindhoven, and is open 6 days a week.
Rechtestraat 12A | Eindhoven WhatsApp 06 2112 4225 eindhoven@deleermeester.nl www.deleermeester.nl
Lose weight @ In Shape Afslankstudio We are a weight loss studio especially for women. We offer a combination of sport, nutrition and personal guidance. We work with heated infrared and vacuum cabins that will burn more fat on your abdomen, thighs and buttocks. Our studio is small and personal because we find it important that you feel welcome and at ease. During an intake we discuss your personal desires and goals. Based on this we make an individual training plan. The intake is free and without obligations. Are you anxious to know what we can do for you? Don't hesitate and call us to make an appointment! We are located in the centre of Eindhoven (free of parking) at the Engelsbergenstraat 8.
Engelsbergenstraat 8 5616 JC Eindhoven T 040-879 63 01 info@inshape-centrum.nl www.inshape-afslankstudio.nl
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Where to live in the Eindhoven region? When looking for a house in Eindhoven or the surrounding villages there is a lot of choice in terms of housing types, space, green areas, facilities and connections. Central Eindhoven has some old neighbourhoods, but mostly newly built (pricey) apartments. There are many facilities, a shopping mall, ter races and international restaurants. Eindhoven North has a wide range of houses for every budget. There is a market on Saturday at the Woenselse Markt. The Karpen donkse Plas is a nice place to relax with a lake, park and lots of greenery. Winkelcentrum Woensel is the second centre of the city with a wide array of shops. Eindhoven South is very diverse mix of cheap, middle and expensive neighbourhoods. It offers sport facilities and a green area from the centre towards the High Tech Campus.
Meerhoven is a recently developed residential area that provides high quality and comfort. There is a shopping mall and a good express bus connection with the centre. This is a popular area for expats because of the short distance to the International School.
Oirschot, with a historic village centre and houses dating back to the 17th century. Or Waalre, with its greens, old and new neighbourhoods, villas and conveniently located just south of the High Tech Campus and ASML. We at Stoit Groep are happy to help you find your perfect home!
“A home away from home!” Around Eindhoven there are several villages with lots of greenery, serenity and space. Nuenen, famous for Van Gogh, with good bus connections to the International School. Eersel, with a lovely centre and bus connections to the International School in Mol.
Vestdijk 23 | Eindhoven (right next to The Hub) T 040 2140 660 info@stoit.nl www.stoit.com
COLOUR DU MOMENT Hair can be mono coloured again, because that looks very natural. Gloss is important, a status symbol. Opt for a Color Gloss in the salon!
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Pictures: Stichting Eindhoven in Beeld
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Country Estate De Wielewaal The storyline of De Wielewaal property began when Anton Philips, who founded the Philips company, bought a large piece of woodland. He had it developed into a country estate, complete with a beautiful conifer garden (1912). In 1920 he donated part of his estate to the local community for the development of a park, i.e. the Philips de Jongh stroller park. In the 1930s he also had the Philips fruit farm built. Anton himself never lived on the estate. For his part, his son Frits, chairman of the Philips company board between 1961 and 1971, had a magnificent country house built in 1934, and lived there for some 70 years except during the World War Two years, when German officers confiscated De Wielewaal. After Frits died, the current owner, an international businessman, directly contacted the Philips family. He took over the estate. Its redevelopment, which lasted 18 months completely transformed De Wielewaal, whilst maintaining its distinguishing features. For the first time since 1912, the estate is now truly available for sale – at last a unique opportunity to acquire this very special country estate.
MAIN FEATURES Year of construction: 1934, renovated in 2007 Surface area: approx. 142 hectares Main residence Size: 7,650 m³ Gross floor area: 2,582 m² A total of around 40 rooms, 7 of which are bedrooms/suites with 8 bathrooms.
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Pop-up Restaurant “The Wielewaal Invites”
The Wielewaal is the former Philips Estate, a property as big as New York’s Central Park. The gates to these unique and immense grounds have always been closed to the public.
Until last year, when No Xcuse Events & Concept Development talked to the current owner and convinced him to open the gates for a two week period. During this time, No Xcuse opened pop-up restaurant ‘The Wielewaal Invites’ where guests could enjoy a lunch or dinner with a view of the fabulous villa of one of the founders of Philips, Mr. Frits Philips. Because of last year’s enormous success - approximately 5.000 guests found their way to the pop-up restaurant - No Xcuse will organize ‘The Wielewaal Invites’ once more; the final edition!
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The restaurant will arise in front of the villa from August 30th through September 23rd. Rumour has it that the estate has been sold which means that after the event the gates will forever be closed to the public. Guests are welcomed at the gate by the estate’s butlers and can expect to see a gorgeous landscape with beautiful flora and fauna. After a tour by golf carts, guests are welcomed in the pavilion where they can enjoy a culinary lunch or dinner prepared by well-known respectable restaurants. This is a unique opportunity to view the most expensive estate of the Netherlands and perhaps beyond‌
Reserve your tickets at www.dewielewaal invites.nl
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Let’s do a quick Dutch / Brabants language course The city of Eindhoven is located in the beautiful province of Noord-Brabant. The inhabitants of Brabant are also known as Brabanders. These Brabanders have their own dialect and we want you to get acquainted with it. The creativity in the dialect of the Brabanders sometimes even seems like a foreign language. Here you can find some of these words.
Since it is useful for internationals to make themselves understood among the Dutch people we also have some Dutch words and sentences. As the summer period approaches again, we sum up some words and phrases that might come in handy this summer.
English Bread A book A chocolate bar Hotchpot A watch An onion Bye
Brabants – Mik – Buukske – Kwatta – Petozzi – Lozzie – Juin – Houdoe
Dutch – Brood – Een boek – Een chocoladereep – Stamppot – Een horloge – Een ui – Doei
English Dutch Hello, how are you doing? My name is … Hallo, hoe gaat het? Mijn naam is … I work for … Ik werk bij ... Can I have the bill please? Mag ik de rekening alstublieft? The weather forecast Het weerbericht The weather is beautiful today Het is mooi weer vandaag Today I am going to the beach Ik ga vandaag naar het strand Tanning Bruin worden Swimming Zwemmen Sunglasses Zonnebril Beach umbrella Parasol Sunscreen Zonnebrand I am going on a vacation to … Ik ga op vakantie naar Sadly, I am not going on a vacation Ik ga niet op vakantie helaas I am going on vacation by… Airplane Ik ga met (het) vliegtuig op vakantie Train (de) Trein Car (de) Auto Bicycle (de) Fiets Bus (de) Bus Tram (de) Tram
Erotic Massages Erotic body to body massages with HP. Look at our website for special prices and our beautiful girls.
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‘Real Job Check' by Olympia Veldhoven paints a realistic picture ! Candidates on the labour market now have a broad range of companies to choose from. Employment agency Olympia from Veldhoven helps these companies with a smart approach in recruitment and selection. Olympia's national research shows that 72 percent of people who leave an organization within one year do so because that particular corporate culture does not appeal to them. Recruitment and selection procedures have traditionally been very focused on diplomas and experience. Little attention is paid to the match between an individual employee and the corporate culture. This is precisely why Olympia pays extra attention to this within its recruitment and selection process. Real job check According to Olympia, the reason for a mismatch often has to do with switching too fast, a lack of attention in the preliminary phase and insufficient knowledge of the corporate culture of organizations. The employment agency from Veldhoven has devised something to tackle this: a potential candidate for a job is curious about what the culture is really like within a company.
Olympia arranges a meeting with an employee of the company concerned. An employee tells best about his or her experience. These conversations are called a ‘real job check’. In other words, what is the general practice or culture? During the interview, the candidate gets a look behind the scenes and talks with the employee about career opportunities within the offered position. What is striking is that employees often talk positively about their workplace when there is personal attention for them. Company parties and other fringe benefits are becoming increasingly important for candidates. Added value of the company The employees of Olympia address the needs of its customers by visiting them. Identifying the customer's question is a priority, at the same time the temporary employment agency wants to make an inventory of where the real added value of a company lies for a candidate. Branch manager Mieke Bax: "Talent and people are currently in control of the labour market. That's why you have to offer something that really moves the candidate.” For more information please phone (040) 2554868 or email to veldhoven@olympia.nl.
Olympia Uitzendbureau Veldhoven Burg. Van Hoofflaan 167 | Veldhoven T 040 255 4868 veldhoven@olympia.nl asml@olympia.nl www.olympia.nl
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a good story Our goal is to train people that have a distance to the job market. In this target group every person has his or her own story, whether they come from a broken family, an unsupportive environment or a war zone. In most cases these people are very willing to fit into our society, however they are not given opportunities to do so.
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Stories offers these people a chance to get used to, adapt and learn, without prejudice, and in this way realize their ambitions. We offer customised edu cational programs to give them the theoretical and practical knowledge required, supplemented with ap prenticeship positions with our business partners. In the end a paid job becomes a realistic possibility.
Chapter 3 Strijp-S is a former Philips district which has trans formed into a cultural hotspot by entrepreneurs and creative minds. Stories is located on the ground floor of the former Philips factory ‘Apparatenfabriek’ (Devices Factory). The design is both industrial and botanical. Stories is open for breakfast and lunch every working day.
Chapter 2 We tell stories, especially about what we offer. What do we eat exactly? Who created the dishes? Where do they come from? Stories tells you what you are eating and drinking. Our street food menus offer you a trip through culinary stories and experiences from all over the world. That’s what makes Stories memorable. Will you pass on the stories?
Events Stories is perfect for your get-togethers, receptions and parties. We can host a maximum of 300 persons. Just contact Stories and we will tell you all about us and the possibilities for your event! Open on workdays 08:00 – 17:00. Stories is also available for events outside normal opening hours.
Torenallee 22-02 | Eindhoven T 040 780 5077 www.stories-eindhoven.nl info@stories-eindhoven.nl
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The Hub Eindhoven reopens on June 1st after a complete makeover The Hub has been an indispensable part of Eindhoven’s journey to become an international city. The foundation, situated on the Vestdijk, focuses on the evergrowing group of internationals in Eindhoven. The main goal is to make them feel at home and quickly build a social network. Now, after more than five active years and the growth of The Hub, it’s time for a change. We are professionalizing and modernizing. Over the last few months we’ve been working hard, and now we’re ready to introduce our new style and interior.
On June 1st all will be revealed! At the grand re-opening on June 1st we will be celebrating the major makeover of The Hub. With this renewal, the foundation aims to encourage even more internationals to join the community and continue to
achieve its goal. Are you interested to come and take a look? Please don’t hesitate to pay us a visit on June 1st, 20:00 at Vestdijk 25, Eindhoven! The Hub Eindhoven is well established as the international living room of Eindhoven, where everyone is welcome. The foundation organizes many events, ranging from language classes to music- and game nights, and coffee mornings for spouses. Want to know more about the foundation and its activities? Visit: www.thehubeindhoven.nl.
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Vestdijk 25 | Eindhoven T 040 845 1475 www.thehubeindhoven.nl
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WHAT TO EXPECT WHEN EXPATING: THE DUTCH CIRCLE PARTY
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Every country has its own way of celebrating birthdays. Some countries don’t even celebrate them at all. The Dutch take their birthdays serious. Don’t think they will let it quietly pass by, they’ve got special birthday calendars hanging in the toilet to help them remember your birthday. In the Netherlands, people will throw their own birthday parties. When you’re invited, you don’t have to bring food or drinks. The jarige job or jet (the birthday boy or girl) must buy all the foods and drinks. The only thing you bring is a present. The gift shouldn’t be too expensive, around ten euros is perfect. If you don’t know what to give, a birthday card with money is always appreciated. When you arrive at the party, you congratulate the one who’s having his or her birthday. You do that by saying ‘gefeliciteerd met je verjaardag’ (congratulations with your birthday) and giving either three kisses on the cheek or by shaking hands. You only kiss when you know someone really well and men don’t kiss men. Now comes the really strange part. You have to congratulate everybody in the room when you enter. You do this by saying gefeliciteerd met Mike (congratulations with Mike), again followed by kisses or handshakes. Don’t forget to mention your name when you don’t know someone. Now it’s time for another party tradition: The Dutch Circle Party. Every chair in the house makes its way to the living room. Together they form a big circle, so everybody can speak to everybody. In reality, most of the time you’re only talking to the person sitting next to you. Once you’ve found your place in the circle, it’s time for coffee and cake. Most of the time there will be multiple types of cake to choose from. The vlaai (a pie with usually a fruit topping) is the most popular kind. But traditional Dutch apple pie is also very popular. After coffee and cake, it’s time for alcohol. The circle remains, but at least it becomes more bearable. It’s also time for food. On the tables in the middle of the circle will be cheese, leverworst (liver sausage) and crisps. Don’t expect to have dinner at the party, unless it’s specifically stated that there will be food. The Dutch Circle Party usually ends at around six pm. When you go to work on your birthday, it’s your responsibility to bring a cake. Don’t forget this because your co-workers know it’s your birthday and will be disappointed if you don’t bring cake. If you want to bring something else, like a muffin, instead of pie then it’s alright to do so.
36 Pictures: Stichting Eindhoven in Beeld
f o y r o t s i H n e v o h d n i E Eindhoven became a city when duke Hendrik I of Brabant gave it its city rights in 1232. Eindhoven was then still called Endehoven. It was located between two small rivers: the Dommel and the Gender and formed a small, concentrated population. This is where Eindhoven’s ‘growth’ began.
During this attack, which is known as the ‘sinterklaasbombardement’, 148 civilians died
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During the Dutch revolt (Eighty Year’s War) Eindhoven changed sides between the Spanish and the Dutch several times. But in 1583 it was captured by the Spaniards one last time and burned to the ground. The industrial revolution of the 19th century provided a population boost for Eindhoven. Canals, roads and railroads were constructed. Philips started his lightbulb factory in Eindhoven in 1891. Eindhoven thrived under the lighting business as can still be seen today. Around the beginning of the 20th century Eindhoven was growing rapidly. In 1935 the city had over 103.000 inhabitants. Due to the population growth, the five neigh bouring municipalities Woen sel, Tongelre, Stratum, Gestel en Blaar them and Strijp were added to the city limits. Another big event was the opening of the Van Doorens Automobiel Fabriek, better known as DAF, which still exists today. The opening of the factory brought the car industry to Eindhoven.
During WWII Eindhoven, like the rest of the Netherlands was occu pied by the Germans. The RAF bombed the Philips plants in Eindhoven on December 6th, 1942. During this attack, which is known as the ‘sinterklaasbombardement’, 148 civilians died. Eindhoven was liberated during operation Market Garden. During this operation the historical city centre of Eind hoven was bombed repeatedly and destroyed completely. The libe ration of Eindhoven took place on
September 18th, 1944. The historic city centre has never been rebuilt. During the 1970’s, 80’s, and 90’s Eindhoven saw large scale housing development. This made Eindhoven the fifth largest city of the Netherlands which it still is today. Nowadays Eindhoven is known as the city of light. With its industries and university, it is a great city for expats and foreign students to live in! Discover what Eindhoven has to offer.
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Meet Kei Blacks: International Touch Rugby Team from Eindhoven For the past two years, Eindhoven has had its very own touch rugby team. Last month, the team played its first official match during the Touch 'n Tulips Tournament in Amsterdam. The 'Kei Blacks' (a reference to the official Eindhoven merchandise) made it into the top five. We met up with team founder Colin to talk about a sport that is becoming increasingly popular in the Netherlands.
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What the heck is touch rugby, you might think. So did Colin two years ago. He played regular rugby for years in his home country Ireland but had to stop because of an injury. When he moved to Eindhoven he was looking for a new team sport. After meeting a Frenchman, who used to be part of the French national touch rugby team, he became enthusiastic. Together with another Frenchman, they decided to set up a new team in Eindhoven, consisting of both Dutch people and internationals. Limited-contact sport Touch rugby is a limited-contact sport, where tackling is replaced with touching the opponent making it a less aggressive kind of rugby. Each team consists of three men and three women. The sport originates from countries where
rugby was already popular. During the off season, teams picked up touch rugby to stay in shape, but without the risk of getting injured. Meanwhile, the sport is gaining popularity. In countries like Belgium, Italy, Germany and the Netherlands, touch rugby is booming. Eindhoven has had a touch rugby team since 2016, consisting of thirty men and women in total. After several friendly matches, Touch Eindhoven ‘Kei Blacks’ played its first official tournament a couple of weeks ago. Eindhoven ended fifth out of sixteen in a tough pool with Team Berlin and Team Hurricanes from Paris, last year’s finalists, and Team Kituro Brussels, one of Belgium’s top teams. Eindhoven branded rugby kits "We were the talk of the town", says Colin. “Not only because
of the excellent result, but also because of our outfits.” The ‘Kei Blacks’ appeared in cool, Eindhoven branded black shirts. The next step is to find their own place, where they can train and organize competitions: "A place we can call our home". Colin is looking for partners to get this project of the ground. New team members - men, and especially women - are welcome too. For Colin, touch rugby is more than just a sport, it’s a way of bringing people together. He emphasizes that the team is very accessible and open to enthusiasts of all ages and backgrounds. Every Wednesday evening, the team trains in Eindhoven. Visit www. eindhoventouch.com if you’d like to join. Read this article and more stories on www.thisiseindhoven.com/en/start
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‘Meeting the expat community in the South of the Netherlands’ E X P A T I C A
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EXPAT FAIR & FESTIVAL SUNDAY 10 11 JUNE JUNE 2017, 2018 •EINDHOVEN VDMA AREA • VESTDIJK • EINDHOVEN
50 exhibitors
Music & Entertainment
1,500 visitors
Workshops
10 themes
Market
Jobs for Expats
Food stalls
Useful presentations
Meet like minded expats Sponsored by
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Sunday 10th June 2018 - VDMA area – Eindhoven
“i am not a tourist” Expat Fair & Festival Eindhoven “i am not a tourist” Expat Fair & Festival Eindhoven, organised with the Holland Expat Center South, is a prime opportunity for the international community in the south of the Netherlands to get the low-down on life in the ‘low countries’.
“i am not a tourist” Expat Fair The historical VDMA area in Eindhoven’s city centre will see 50 specialist exhibitors and more than 1,500 internationals come together to exchange information, find opportunities, orientation and busi ness contacts. There will be workshops on all sorts of topics such as: employment & entrepreneurship, banking, tax and
insurance, housing and education. Opportunities for internationals in the Netherlands and in particular to the Brainport region of Eindhoven will be highlighted, and experts will be on hand to give you one-to-one advice. This year’s special theme is: 'Jobs for Expats'. The theme is designed for visitors who are pursuing an international career in the south of the Netherlands.
International Festival The International Festival will offer an international and colourful market with food, drinks, handmade products like art and jewelry. The market will be combined with live music from (inter)national artists and, of course, entertainment for children. Inside the Hub Eindhoven, you can enjoy music, presentations, workshops and much more! Join the Expat Fair & Festival Eindhoven and meet the Expat community in the south, a unique combination of Business and Entertainment. Order your FREE tickets now at www.expatfair.nl!
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Experience FlingGolf with the WTC. E Young Professionals!
Wednesday June 20th, 16:30 – 19:30 hrs Are you a young (<40) ambitious professional and do you want to get to know WTC·E Young Professionals? Then come to the upcoming event to expand your network at an active and informal meeting during FlingGolf! FlingGolf is to golf what snowboarding is to skiing; a natural, fun, athletic alternative. You play on golf courses alongside golfers and you only need one FlingStick for every type of shot. For those who like lacrosse, baseball, or hockey and a more active, athletic style of play, FlingGolf is the real deal. The best part is, most people can easily learn the sport in a matter of minutes. You work together and experience this dynamic sport under guidance of a Pro!
Program 16.30 Registration & welcome drink 17.00 Experience FlingGolf! 18.45 Meet & greet with borrelbites 19.30 Finish
Location Golf de Gulbergen, Heiderschoor 26 in Mierlo Registration Are you a young professional under the age of 40 and do you want to meet other Young Professionals? Then you’re more than welcome to participate in this dynamic event. The participation fee is € 35,- excl. BTW. Please don’t hesitate to contact us for further information and send an email to info@wtce.nl www.wtce.nl
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agenda june & july
SATURDAY 26 MAY Beachclub Sunrise, Best Workshop for kids: make Wall Board or chalk board Soul2Soulkidz, Eindhoven Workshop hair braiding for fathers & daughters SUNDAY 27 MAY Playground De Splinter, Eindhoven Spring party for kids (kids activities)
SATURDAY 16 JUNE Opening troll forest in Nuenen SATUDAY 30 JUNE Fun & Science event in Meerhoven (Eindhoven) SUNDAY 8 JULY Beachclub Sunrise, Best Workshop graffiti for kids
Beachclub Sunrise, Best Event: 2.000 Porsche cars to see
For more information, view the calendar of Go-Kids Eindhoven
WEDNESDAY 6 JUNE Bibliotheek Eindhoven Workshop Technolab & Nano world
www.go-kids.nl/ eindhoven
bar restaurant
Rozenknopje
* Music * Comedy * Movies * Lunch * Dinner * Drinks
Historic bar close to the center Open 7 days a week 12.00 PM - 02.00 AM Kitchen open: 12.00 PM - 10.00 PM Every Friday: vinyl DJ's Every Wednesday: Live music Every Monday: Shared Diner Check our website for full program!
Hoogstraat 59 | Eindhoven
www.rozenknopje.nl
agenda june & july UPCOMING EVENTS AT THE HUB REGULAR: Monday Eindhoven News International Game night Tuesday Introduction to Improv Dutch night English as 2nd Language Wednesday Speaking Dutch, a daytime Class Thursday Rainbows International Playgroup Music with Strangers International Quiz Night @ Carrousel Friday & Saturday Special events
Sunday (every other week) Latin Fitness Movie Night
SPECIAL 25/5 Chili con Comedy do as they may! 26/5 1-Day Basic Photography workshop The first contact with new people – Workshop for expats Friends of Music with Strangers Festival 27/5 Music with Latino’s: it’s for everyone 01/06 Grand re-opening of The Hub Welcome Evening
02/06 Science Hack Day 040 04/06 TEDx Open Night 08/06 English Comedy Night 09/06 Discover India 10/06 International Festival 22/6 Chili con Comedy 23/6 Music with Latino’s: it’s for everyone! 27/6 Career Connection workshop 7/7 Belated 4th of July celebrations 14/7 French celebrations 15/7 Soccer World Cup Finals: watch it at The Hub!
Vestdijk 25 | Eindhoven T 040 845 1475 www.thehubeindhoven.nl
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Club Salvador
Xarah von den Vielenregen & El Tigre Blanco Tonight, take your place at the Tigre Blanco nightclub, where a true spectacle will be played out – Club Salvador. This is the last time that the Philipszaal will be transformed into Het Tijgersnest. El Tigre Blanco, guitarist and singer of Tigre Blanco, together with international burlesque starlet Xarah von den Vielenregen are going to create an atmosphere that you will not soon forget. Inspired by the decadent side shows of the last century, this duo will treat you to a bizarre mix of burlesque, cabaret, danger shows and comedy. Colorful, surrealistic and artistic. Señor Dalí would be proud! There is no assigned seating at this performance.
Savoir Faire
Nederlands Dans Theater 1 “I shut my eyes in order to see.” This famous quote by painter Paul Gauguin provided the context for Shut Eye in 2016, in which NDT house-choreographers Sol León and Paul Lightfoot captured poetry in
Het Tijgersnest Tigre Blanco
Tigre Blanco is back with the finale of Het Tijgersnest! With a keen eye to their plans for Radio Blanco, you will hear new songs and surprising guest artists in this famous nightclub setting. A theatrical setting of light, video and decor that create a smoky nightclub feeling somewhere along the Mexican border. Sizzling summer heat, hard drinking, and the smell of hot sweat. A place where you sell your soul to the devil. Tigre Blanco makes compelling rock music in which Americana, flamenco, film music, gypsy and soul form a dark alliance. Music that sounds like the soundtrack of a new 'paella-western' by director Quentin Tarantino. There is no assigned seating at this performance.
modern dance, and set it to the expressive music by composers Ólafur Arnalds and Bryce Dessner. "Flashy, pure, and with a broad sweep of melancholy", wrote the Theaterkrant in a five-star review. The songs You and I and The way young lovers do by Jeff Buckley form the basis for the latest choreography by Marco Goecke's Woke up Blind. The two female and five male dancers are pulled into an acoustic world in which they excel in their battle with Buckley's vocal power and his hectic guitar sounds. The evening is made complete with a world premiere piece by associate choreographer Crystal Pite, who never fails to explore the power of the physical in her dramatic work.
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What are the ten most important factors when getting a mortgage in the Netherlands? As an expat wanting to buy a house in the Netherlands there are a few advantages over renting a property. Getting the right mortgage is not an easy task. An independent adviser can help you out.
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Don’t just think ‘It’s all about the rate’. It is really about finding a trusted partner to help you guide through a complex transaction by offering honest advice and responsive support throughout the entire process. Independent and impartial mortgage advice will save you lots of money. An independent adviser works for you and he could compare more than 35 different mortgage providers with thousands of different mortgages based on low interest rates and the best terms and conditions. Therefor he could help you find the right mortgage which suits your personal and financial situation. Different mortgage providers use different terms and conditions. Don’t just look at the interest rates, but also take into account the type of mortgage, the fixed interest period, the possibilities of a penalty-free repayment, quotation validity and renewal fees, the pledge deed if necessary and the so called take-out option when moving to another home. What costs are involved in buying a house and getting a mortgage in the Netherlands? Let your adviser arrange an increased mortgage registration. Mostly this is free of charge and it could save you future legal and notary costs in case you would want to increase the loan with the same lender for home improvement. Choose the best notary. As a buyer you have the right to choose your own notary and of course it is wise not to choose the most expensive one. Let your adviser help you choose the notary with the best service for a reasonable price. Let your adviser explain you all about the Dutch tax reduction. Which costs are deductible and does it affect the 30%-ruling for expats in any way?
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Is a life insurance policy compulsory and if not, is it wise to take out a life insurance policy? Do you want your partner to be able to meet the monthly payments and stay in the house after you have passed away? What happens in case of partial or full incapacity for work or in case of unemployment? Are you still able to meet the monthly payments? All deeds and contracts should be examined carefully. Most documents are in Dutch and since Dutch is probably not your native language, your adviser could explain and check all required documents.
Bonus I: Make sure your new house is insured from the day of the transferal. Besides the home insurance, your adviser can help you with a contents insurance, liability insurance, car insurance, travel insurance, legal insurance and even your health insurance. Bonus II: If you are not married, it could be smart to obtain a so called cohabitation agreement. Let your financial adviser explain all legal and fiscal consequences. A financial planner (FFP) is a highly educated financial adviser and could help you out on all legal and fiscal subjects mentioned above. www.mortgage040.nl
MARATHON EINDHOVEN SATURDAY 13.10.18 5KM4ALL 10K presented by ED
SUNDAY 14.10.18
Marathon Business Estafette Marathon Half Marathon IAK City Run (5K) Chiquita Mini Marathon (1 mile)
Running is one of the best ways to explore a city If you want to know what Eindhoven is all about, make sure to be part of Marathon Eindhoven! On Saturday October 13 & Sunday October 14 we expect over 25.000 runners and some 200.000 spectators. So choose your distance and register now! Ohâ&#x20AC;Ś.and make sure you start training in time. Choose your distance and register now!
www.marathoneindhoven.org #onzetrots