About us
Based in Amsterdam, we are the largest and coolest international community in the Netherlands. We’re a social club for Amsterdam expats with an international membership that includes both recently relocated expats and long-term residents. Our doors are open to everyone. Whether you are an expat, a Dutch who's internationally oriented, or simply a traveller passing through, you're all welcome to join our growing multicultural family.
On a weekly basis, we host a range of networking and social events at various locations in the city, where expats and locals can gather to meet interesting people, create valuable connections and foster new friendships. Our events are always conducted in a friendly and welcoming environment.
We meet up regularly to: drink & mingle at various Amsterdam hotspots, explore the city's good food with social dining, watch comedy shows and plays, go clubbing and dancing, watch and play games and sports, go on special trips and rides... and other authentic Amsterdam experiences.
For event news and updates:
https://www.facebook.com/pg/laughingatpotatoes.amsterdam
For community discussions, membership perks and other expat-related info: https://www.facebook.com/groups/laughingatpotatoes
Our Meetup.com group:
https://www.meetup.com/amsterdam-expat
Our Discussions Page - https://community.expats.page/
Whatsapp Groups: To join, send a message to +31 6 1968 0620. Remember to state your member name either on our meetup.com page or on our Facebook group and let us know which event you're interested in so we can assign you to the proper groups.
Upcoming events
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Pint of View – Would you let AI choose your next partner?
The Brokers Bar, Oudebrugsteeg 9, 1012 JN Amsterdam, Amsterdam, NLHave you ever experienced a lecture in a pub?
## **Get your ticket/s here, starting at €15. Ticket includes one drink**
Welcome to Pint of View, Amsterdam – a community where classroom-styled lectures meet drinks in pubs and bars in a fun and thought provoking way!
Our second lecture is by Vikram Radhakrishnan, and Violetta Postma.
What to Expect:
- An interactive lecture & group exercise
- Your ticket includes a complimentary alcoholic or non-alcoholic drink!
- The lecture slot will be from 19.30 - 20.30, but the venue is open from 19.00
- Open Q&A
- Social mixer and personal Q&As with the lecturer
About the lecture:
Would you let AI choose your next partner?This lecture examines how AI algorithms attempt to understand humans, focusing on the complexities of attraction beyond mere preferences.
It explores matchmaking through dating apps as a lens to question what it means to truly understand a person. Using live examples, and audience participation, the session investigates how large language models interpret profiles and suggest matches, highlighting their limitations in decoding human connection.
About our Lecturers:
Vikram Radhakrishnan
Vikram is a lecturer in applied data science and AI at The Hague University of Applied Sciences. He has a strong passion for teaching across different levels - from school students to working professionals.
His teaching spans applied data science, artificial intelligence, machine learning, deep learning, programming, and AI-related cybersecurity, along with a solid STEM foundation in physics, chemistry, biology, and mathematics.
Violetta Postma
Raised in a household of award-winning journalists & writers, she published her first book at fifteen, but don't expect a typical academic. She’s a former thrash metal vocalist, a radio DJ, and a fashion blogger who transitioned from the mosh pit to the boardroom as a tech-savvy entrepreneur and medical company CEO.
From analyzing the latest "vibes" as an avid meme collector, to navigating the nuances of scent and fashion, or interpreting the silence between words, She doesn’t just study human interaction; she’s mastered it across continents and industries.9 attendees
☀️ Picnic & Chill XXL ☀️ @ Oosterpark (Communities Gathering)
Entrance Oosterpark, Eerste van Swindenstraat, Oosterpark, Amsterdam, NLSunny days are coming.... and you know what that means!
It's time again for our annual Picnic & Chill XXL!Every Summer, multiple communities get together to hold some epic picnics in Amsterdam's city parks. This time we'll be visiting Oosterpark, after tackling Vondelpark and Westerpark the last time. This is a great networking opportunity for everyone to learn about other awesome social communities led by amazing organisers.
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This event is a collaboration by:
The Amsterdam Expat Meetup Group
The Social BeeHive
Hobbyists Community
Hike & Pictures
Locals & Long-term in Amsterdam
International Expats Adventure Guild
Geografiets Social Bike Tours
Amsterdam City Social Meetup
Amsterjamming (Musicians Community)
The Passionate Philosophers
Let's Speak DutchCome join us to chill and soak in the summer weather!
B.Y.O.B
This is a BYO (bring your own), potluck style event. Bring something of your own and spread the fun around!Good To Bring:
Picnic mat, bluetooth speaker, drinks + snacks, cups and cutlery, games etc. Don't leave home without your good vibes 😎If you play an instrument feel free to bring it. Musicians from our Amsterjamming community will be doing a small jam session.
NOTE: This event will happen only in good weather. If the weather is less than ideal, we'll postpone it to another day!
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Join our Whatsapp groups by sending a message to +31 6 2076 0722. If you request late and you’re not added in time, no worries. Just follow the main comments section here for updates and you'll be added after the event.
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