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Easter Monday still free? Come join us for a walk between two of Utrecht's most beautiful castles! 🏰 We start from the bus stop Haarzuilens, Kasteel de Haar and make our way through nature to Slot Zuylen, two stunning spots that are worth a visit any time of year. The walk is around 2,5-3 hours and there will be plenty of time to explore both castles and take a break in between. A nice way to spend a hopefully sunny day, get some fresh air, and meet some new people along the way.

If you are living in The Netherlands, by now, you may well have noticed the amount of open water. If you enjoy cycling in the city, you may wish to feel safer as you navigate the bridges and canals. And you may also want to get ready for visiting the beach, pools or the many lakes this summer. Learning how to swim takes approx 1 year and it all starts with the very first lesson. New comers enroll via our website and pay € 30,50, this is the first lesson and a goody bag. After the class you agree with the personal swim coach how to continue to obtain your final objectives. Enrolling is only possible via [www.your-personal-swim-coach.nl ](https://www.your-personal-swim-coach.nl/)hence a rvsp via meetup is not enough.

A great ride along the Vecht and Gein rivers. You will love this route. Please ride single file along the winding river as there can be cars around each corner. **Route:** https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/441606271 GPX: https://drive.google.com/file/d/17-T_pT_GH3QKSFcH1WWgfArvxSdAkVzO/view?usp=sharing **Afterwards:** Drinks at Polder https://maps.app.goo.gl/tbt5DDG7YLU3uWvaA **Rules:** \- Download the route to your cycling computer so you can always find your way home \- Make sure to arrive on time \- Before you ride\, decide as a group how you want to ride: you can split up in a fast and a slow group or stay together\, but make sure to discuss what pace you are going to ride and whether you are going to wait if someone is slower than the group\, or not\.

Samen sporten, gewoon voor de fun, elke week een divers programma, met allerlei verschillende sporten. Je hoeft niet de beste te zijn, maar wel zin hebben om samen te spelen en te leren. Tijdens een training doen we verschillende spelletjes, basketbal, voetbal. volleybal, spikebal, honkbal. Kom je ook, de bal ligt bij jou!! Eerste keer meedoen is altijd gratis, daarna kan je beslissen of dit voor jou is, of niet!! Dus kom een keer proberen. Kan je niet op deze dag, we sporten ook op andere dagen nl Zondag om 9:30 of Maandag om 20:30 Stuur mij een berichtje als je op die dagen een keer wil proberen! The amount of people rsvp'd to this game doesn't match the real number of people at the event, as Meetup is only used for promotion purposes.

New Year, New Sport! 🏐 ​Whether you've never played volleyball before or it’s been many years since you last hit the court, you are very welcome to join our Beginner Group! ​We train every Monday at 9 PM at Gymnasium Bibian Mentel in Zeeburgereiland. ​Come learn the basics, get moving, and meet new people in a fun, relaxed environment. ​Get more info here: ​WhatsApp Group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/EnPEK1bHLiTGdpqz6Vtbm4 ​Instagram: @brazucavolley

This is one for the early birds, but gets you back into the city by 7.45-8am, so you can still make it in time for work. **Route:** https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/441546437 GPX: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1L3O5N_7rzLdy8d5QbCsnhMnY0EyudJ2n/view?usp=sharing **Afterwards:** Coffee at Coffee Company https://maps.app.goo.gl/WDTpAJ6TurQwFANd8 **Rules:** \- Download the route to your cycling computer so you can always find your way home \- Make sure to arrive on time \- Before you ride\, decide as a group how you want to ride: you can split up in a fast and a slow group or stay together\, but make sure to discuss what pace you are going to ride and whether you are going to wait if someone is slower than the group\, or not\. \- The end of the route is a coffee stop that opens at 7:30am so you can socialize

We’ll go for a relaxed 45-minute walk through Amstelpark, following the designated paths. With spring in full bloom, the park is looking especially beautiful—perfect for a refreshing stroll and good company. 🌸 🌷 🌹 🪻 🌿 After the walk, we can grab a drink at the mini golf & pancake restaurant, which is also the meeting point🥞🍹 Please bring comfortable shoes and only sign up if you are really joining. Looking forward to seeing you there!

#This meetup is around a third-party organizer (Focus Filmtheater): you can either purchase your ticket online or right before the session# **Title**: A Family **Language**: Dutch **Subtitles**: English **Length**: 90 min **Director**: Mees Peijnenburg **More info**: https://www.focusarnhem.nl/agenda/english-subs-a-family/ **Ticket link**: https://www.focusarnhem.nl/tickets/143039/ **Synopsis**: An emotional family drama by Mees Peijnenburg (*Paradise Drifters*), about the impact of their parents’ divorce on two teenagers, seen from their own perspectives. With Carice van Houten. Fourteen-year-old Eli and sixteen-year-old Nina are both suffering from the breakdown of their parents’ once-loving marriage. In the custody battle, the siblings must express their wishes, fears, and feelings to a judge. While Nina wants to leave the family as quickly as possible, Eli longs for everything to return to the way it was. Their desires are miles apart. *A Family* is told in two chapters that follow the same three-week period: first from Nina’s perspective, then from Eli’s. These mirrored timelines show how the same moments can be experienced, felt, and understood in completely different ways. Eli and Nina retreat into their own worlds until they realize they are both searching for the same love, recognition, and comfort. The film had it’s world premiere at the Berlin Film Festival in February. The film was shown in the Generation 14plus program section, dedicated to films with mature themes that are also suitable for a teenage audience. **How it works**: I will be at Focus around 18:30, where we can meet before the movie starts. You can message me to find us. Screening starts at 19:00. After the movie, we can have a drink together. Hope to see you soon!

Have you ever noticed how the way you see yourself can change depending on the situation? One moment you feel confident and capable — the next you start doubting yourself after a small mistake or comparison. How do you see yourself on LinkedIn or social media — is it that persona or the quiet inner picture you carry, about who you are? Sometimes that picture feels strong and confident. Other times it becomes surprisingly fragile after criticism, comparison, or a simple mistake. In this meetup we’ll explore two closely related ideas that shape how we experience life: **Self-image** — the picture we hold of who we are **Self-esteem** — how we feel about that picture Through conversation and simple reflection exercises, we’ll look at questions like: * Where does our self-image actually come from? * Why can our confidence rise and fall so quickly? * What role do comparison, expectations, and inner criticism play? * And how can we build a healthier relationship with ourselves? Expect an open and thoughtful discussion — not a lecture. You’re welcome to share your thoughts and experiences, but there’s never any pressure. Listening is just as valuable. If you're curious about how our inner narratives shape our lives, come join the conversation. **Who is this for?** Anyone interested in personal growth, psychology, and understanding how our inner narratives influence our lives. **What to expect** * Guided discussion prompts * Reflection exercises * Practical insights you can apply in everyday life **Tone** Supportive, curious, and judgment-free. **Disclaimer** This is not therapy — It's a thoughtful conversation about being human.

Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at Factor-ij Amsterdam on Thursday mornings. Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done. SCHEDULE: 11: 15 AM - Quick introductions 11: 30 AM - Timer starts: write for 1 hour 12: 30 PM - The End: chat, take off, or keep writing OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING happens at 12:30 pm after the writing is wrapped. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing. BEING LATE IS OKAY: just show up and get settled, then check-in with me after the session. (I’ll be the person with the Shut Up & Write! sign.) If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. Happy writing and I look forward to seeing you at Factor-ij! What Should I Bring? Whatever you need to be able to write! Bring earbuds/earplugs if you want to block the cafe’s overhead music or the occasional conversation by other patrons. Please come with your devices pre-charged, since we probably won't be always sitting somewhere with charging possibilities. Other Important Details: Travel by public transportation: 1. Take Tram 26 from the central station Amsterdam, and step out by the last stop. 2. Take bus 66 from the Amsterdam Bijlmer station, step out by Pieter Oosterhuisstraat, and further walk in the direction of the bus till the corner. FREE Wifi. Compulsory consumption is not required, but please do order a drink to honor our generous host.

\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* **IMPORTANT!!!** **DO NOT RSVP HERE IN MEETUP!** **DO NOT RSVP HERE IN MEETUP!** **If you want to join the origami workshop you MUST join the following whatsapp channel.** **[https://shorturl.at/Ttdhk](https://shorturl.at/Ttdhk)** Once you have joined the chat channel. Click on the **"Origami workshop attendance chat"** channel. Please send a message stating your name and the workshop date you want to join. This workshop is being advertised on multiple platforms as such the whatsapp channel is the only way for me to ensure people get a place on a first come, first served basis. Please understand that we have a limited number of spaces and as a voluntary donation workshop, it is very popular! The workshop is regularly getting 30-40 registrations but we are only able to accomodate 20 people per workshop. If you do not get a place for the current workshop, you will be put on a waiting list and given first priority for the next available one. **If you can NOT make it, please cancel your RSVP so that someone else can attend.** There is also a monthly intermediate workshop on the fourth Sunday of every month. If you like to join that workshop please message me in the chat channel. \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* **Hi Everyone!** **Welcome to Amsterdam Origami Club.** This is a monthly origami workshop for all abilities to learn the wonderful art of origami. Each month there will be a different themed origami workshop. The workshop is run by [Samuel Tsang](https://mindfulorigami.com/) the author of "[The Book of Mindful Origami"](https://www.yellowkitebooks.co.uk/titles/samuel-tsang/the-book-of-mindful-origami/9781473635012/) and "[The Magic of Mindful Origami."](https://www.yellowkitebooks.co.uk/titles/samuel-tsang/the-magic-of-mindful-origami/9781473635029/) **How much is the workshop?** The workshop is sponsored by the OBA to promote more community activies and events in the libraries. The workshop will run on a **voluntary donation basis.** If you can, please donate to help fund the art materials, paper, books & printing. You can make a donation at the workshop either with cash or our QR tikkie code. **Monthly themes:** Every month I choose a different set of models to teach. Below are just suggested topics, they can often change if I discover a new fun model. Jan - Animals - land, air and sea. Learn to make birds, fish and cats and dogs. Feb - Valentines Day - learn to make hearts, love letters, diamond ring and tulips. March - Wedding bouquet - learn to make lilies and tulips and tie them into a beautiful bouquet . April - Easter - bunnies, chicks , baskets and tulips May - Mother's day - learn to make beautiful flowers June - Modular origami - Learn about the science and math of modular origami and their architectural uses. Make Sonobe modules and build complex geometric shapes. July - Kirigami - cut paper models. Aug - tbc Sep - Water animals Oct - Halloween - learn to make spooky ghosts, bats and pumpkins. Nov - tbc December - Christmas themes This is an instructor lead workshop where you will follow step by step instructions on a projector screen on how to create each of the beautiful models. In between demonstrations you will have time to recreate each model and there will be a short break half way through the workshop. You will also be provided with all materials and sent a link to instructional videos on our website. **Aims of the origami club:** We are looking for volunteers to help run the workshops and hope to make the origami club a regular meetup to promote origami. I also hope to train up some deputies to help lead the workshops. I will show you how to present and confidently teach an origami model. If you are interested in volunteering please contact me. **Date:** We run on the Second Sunday of evey month 2026 dates : * **January 11, 2026** * **February 8, 2026** * **March 8, 2026** * **April 12, 2026** * **May 10, 2026** * **June 14, 2026** * **September 13, 2026** * **October 11, 2026** * **November 8, 2026** * **December 13, 2026** **Time:** 11am - 12:30pm Please try to arrive on time. The room we are in is on the first floor, just above the entrance. The front door is locked on Sundays, if you are late, press the door bell and someone will let you in. To avoid me having to run up and down to open the door and disrupting the class, the last person to arrive, will be the one to walk down to open the door for others. :) **Max number:** 20 participants. The room can accomodate a maximum of 20 people. **Venue Address:** [Makerplaats Room](https://maps.app.goo.gl/V9H9ya9xKFpNKt7s5) [1st Floor](https://maps.app.goo.gl/V9H9ya9xKFpNKt7s5) [OBA CC Amstel](https://maps.app.goo.gl/V9H9ya9xKFpNKt7s5) [Cullinanplein 1,](https://maps.app.goo.gl/V9H9ya9xKFpNKt7s5) [1074 JM](https://maps.app.goo.gl/V9H9ya9xKFpNKt7s5) [Amsterdam](https://maps.app.goo.gl/V9H9ya9xKFpNKt7s5) **About Origami** Origami is the Japanese art of paper folding and has been shown to promote relaxation, improve memory, patience and hand eye coordination. It is also effective at promoting mindfulness and creative thinking. You will find that origami is fun and relaxing activity that allows you to quieten your mind and allows you to focus, concentrate and be in the present moment. Origami is a relaxing and peaceful hobby, a beautiful art, a craft, a science and a meditation all in one. When you are folding paper, there is stillness, calm and an inner peace. There is something beautiful in turning a plain flat piece of paper into an amazing three dimensional object with just your own hands. It’s one of the simplest art forms in that it just requires a piece of paper and your hands – there’s no need for tools such as pens, brush, inks and paints. I call origami ‘yoga for the mind’ as it allows you to stretch and exercise the creative and artistic areas of your brain that most of us don’t utilise on a day to day basis. Origami is a gender and age neutral activity and something that can be practise anywhere as long as you have a piece of paper. **Video:** **AT5** The origami club was featured on the AT5 / OBALIVE progam. Forward to the 16:30 time mark to see our workshop. [https://www.at5.nl/artikelen/229659/oba-live-vrouwelijke-sint-en-iets-wat-ons-verbindt](https://www.at5.nl/artikelen/229659/oba-live-vrouwelijke-sint-en-iets-wat-ons-verbindt) **BBC:** [https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p060lv4m](https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p060lv4m) **Channel 4:** [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JINxFi68dmo&t=164s](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JINxFi68dmo&t=164s) **Additional information:** Please note that this is a hand on crafting session. The workshop is suitable for complete beginners. Children are welcome to attend but we only recommend the workshop for children over 8 years old. **FAQs** This workshop is suitable for adults and children. Children under 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult during the workshop. This workshop is recommended for children over 8 years old. From our previous experience children under 8 years will not have the necessary fine motor skills to complete the models. **What are my transport/parking options for getting to and from the event?** Closest Metro station is De Pijp. **[https://maps.app.goo.gl/V9H9ya9xKFpNKt7s5](https://maps.app.goo.gl/V9H9ya9xKFpNKt7s5)** There is no parking on site. There is street parking (Usually free on Sundays). The closest car park is ParkBee Pestana. **What can I bring into the event?** All materials are provided. But feel free to bring your own paper if you want to work with that. Please bring a bag to take home your creations. How can I contact the organiser with any questions? If you have any questions please contact me on **[origamicrane@gmail.com](http://mailto:origamicrane@gmail.com/)** **Books:** I will also be selling signed copies of my origami books available in English and Dutch. See my works on my other websites. **[Www.sesames.co.uk](Www.sesames.co.uk)** **[Www.mindfulorigami.com](Www.mindfulorigami.com)** **Follow me on Instagram** **[#mindFOLDness](https://www.instagram.com/mindfoldness/)** **[#MindfulOrigami](https://www.instagram.com/mindfoldness/)** After the origami workshop there are paid arts and craft workshops. Check out my other listings!

Dinner and dancing

. 🎬 Movie Night You, Me & Tuscany Join us for a cinematic escape to the sun-drenched vineyards and romantic landscapes of Italy as we gather to watch You, Me & Tuscany, the new feel-good romantic comedy starring Halle Bailey and Regé‑Jean Page. Set against the breathtaking beauty of Tuscany, the film follows a spirited young woman whose impulsive decision to stay in a Tuscan villa leads to unexpected adventure, heartfelt moments, and a romance she never saw coming. Expect an evening filled with: 🍿 A beautiful cinematic escape to Italy 🍷 Relaxed social vibes and great conversation ✨ A feel-good romantic story perfect for movie lovers Whether you’re a fan of romantic comedies, stunning travel settings, or simply enjoy experiencing great films with great people, this will be a perfect night to unwind and connect. Come ready to relax, laugh, and be transported to Tuscany for the evening. Follow Black Love & Friends on [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/share/17oXQtZz36/) and [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/blackloveandfriends?igsh=djVrYnhqeG5nMjBx) to stay connected and be the first to hear about upcoming dimnets, social gatherings, and other exciting member-only events.