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Free heaters and blankets to combat the cold

Lila Mehrez

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22 December 2022

Free heaters and blankets to combat the cold

There was a run at the Catharinakerk in Eindhoven on Wednesday afternoon. Heaters, blankets and footmuffs were given away to poor people in front of the church. “It feels like a godsend,” says a woman visibly emotional.

She came by bike from Geldrop to be at the moment of distribution. Not only for herself, but also for an elderly friend who was unable to make the trip. “I’m in debt restructuring and that friend of mine h state pension. We don’t have two a cents to rub together, so this really feels like a gift from heaven”, she says while trying to hold back her tears. Another woman who has just acquired a footmuff and heater is less enthusiastic. “I think the initiative is great, don’t get me wrong. But it’s crazy that this is necessary in a country like the Netherlands.”

it’s a shame

The initiator, Hugo van Rooij of the (Z)onder Dak foundation, would also have preferred it not to be necessary. Normally he is committed to the homeless, but with the increasing number of residents struggling due to the high cost of living, he decided to launch this scheme. That idea came about three or four months ago. “I received a message from a family that was out in the cold, actually asking if I could do something for them. And that’s how the ball started rolling, but I didn’t expect it to become so big.”

In total, seven hundred heaters, blankets and footmuffs were distributed. Bought piece by piece by Van Rooij, partly with the help of donations. Those products were gone in no time, because people were waiting in long queues. “Someone just came and I had to disappoint them. In retrospect I think ‘Hugo, if you had bought more stuff, you could have helped more people’.”

However, joy reigns among the crowd. ‘Hugo, thanks’, one can hear everywhere. “Without this heater I would have been out in the cold. I hoped it wouldn’t freeze too much, because the pipes would also freeze soon. Then I’d be in even deeper trouble, because I can’t afford to have repairs done. So I’m very happy with the heater.”

Source: Studio040

For Eindhoven News: Lila Mehrez

Unique discovery on Stratumseind

Lila Mehrez

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12 January 2023

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Hundreds of partying people walked past a catering building on Stratumseind unsuspectingly for years. Understandable, because there is nothing to see from the outside. Yet, inside, a renovation contractor stumbled upon sections of a medieval wall.

The contractor called in construction historian Jan van der Hoeve, who immediately contacted cultural historian Bauke Hüsken, also a member of the Eindhoven heritage organisation Henri van Abbe Foundation. He rushed to the monumental building on Stratumseind to see what makes this wall so special. He soon found out that the small wooden beams in between are very old.

Corbels

These wooden planks, also called corbels, were used in the Middle Ages as support beams for the upper floor. Most houses used to need additional structural support, so the corbels were necessary.

In the past, the building on Stratumseind, with the building next to it, formed one dwelling. The wooden beams were probably on the façade of both houses.

The wall is said to have been built between the years 1300 and 1500. Hüsken suspects around 1350 because of the construction technique used. To date, no traces of this magnitude have been found from that time anywhere else in the city.

Renovation

Earlier there were discussions about whether the old catering building should be demolished because it was no longer safe. After protests in the city, it was decided to renovate the building.

Now that this unique find has been made, it is necessary to look for ways to properly preserve it. The municipality has agreed to place glass plates in front of the wooden beams. In addition, Hüsken wants to place a plaque next to the beams. This should provide clarity and explanation to the people walking by. As soon as there is a suitable plan, the renovation can continue. The building will accomodate a restaurant and a number of homes.

Source: Studio040

For Eindhoven News: Lila Mehrez

PSV ready for cup match: ‘There must be no lack of motivation’

Lila Mehrez

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2 March 2023

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PSV ready for cup match: ‘There must be no lack of motivation’

PSV will play against ADO Den Haag in the Philips Stadium on Thursday evening. At stake is the semi-final of the KNVB Cup. Ruud van Nistelrooij looked ahead to the match on Wednesday.

On Wednesday it was announced that first goalkeeper Walter Benítez had been injured the day before. A loss, says Van Nistelrooij. “Walter has played everything, has been important and has brought stability. It’s a downer that he can’t play. On the other hand, we also have a top second goalkeeper in Joël Drommel – I can’t even call him that, I prefer to speak of two first goalkeepers. He can now show what he can do, and that is a lot.”

“Drommel has played two cup matches and a Europa League match,” says Van Nistelrooij. “So that’s not much. He has as much rhythm as he could have and that’s a good thing.”

“He has to be there now. And I have every confidence in Joel’s qualities. He has done well in the games he has played so far. He also brings out the best in himself every day during training. That is why we are convinced of its qualities. It is terrible for Walter that we have lost him because he has done very well. But the confidence in Joël and his qualities is there,” says the coach.

It is not clear when Benítez will be back. “We agree with the player how we communicate about this, so we do not put a date on it. And rightly so, because the player is about his health and what comes out concerning his medical data.”

Dick Advocaat

Dick Advocaat, now head coach of ADO Den Haag, returns to the Philips Stadium for the cup match. A special encounter for Van Nistelrooij. “I played under Advocaat, and worked with him for the Dutch national team, then we were both assistant trainers under Danny Blind. He is a great trainer and great person. We are a bit apart in terms of experience, but it is nice to face each other tomorrow.”

“I always find him very clear and clear in his point of view. You can always see that in the teams he has trained. He has won a European Cup with Zenit St. Petersburg, he has trained national teams, World Cups and European Championships to his name. He is one of the greatest Dutch trainers ever. And he has done well everywhere, he has, so to speak, had the entire Eredivisie under his wing. As a player I always enjoyed working with him. He is very clear, communicates clearly, and he is a blood fanatic.”

Grand Prize

“We see the cup as the main prize, so it is extremely important. We defend last season’s cup win, the goal is to reach the semi-finals tomorrow. From the start of the season, we have set ourselves the goal of winning the Johan Cruijff Scale, winning the cup, becoming national champion and at least wintering in Europe. Now we are participating to get to the last four, then there should be no lack of motivation.”

Infirmary

In addition, Van Nistelrooij has a largely fit selection. “In terms of fitness, Hazard is still injured. The rest is available. Boscagli has accompanied Jong PSV to England for the Premier League Cup. At Jong he can make more minutes than we can offer him here. El Ghazi has also had a good training week. He can connect,” says Van Nistelrooij.

Source: Studio040

For Eindhoven News: Lila Mehrez

Philipschoir performs Matthäus Passion for 75th year: ‘The piece touches you every time’

Bob

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29 March 2023

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Philipschoir performs Matthäus Passion for 75th year: ‘The piece touches you every time’

75 Years ago, the Philipskoor (choir) of Eindhoven performed Bach’s Matthäus Passion (st. matthew passion) for the first time. Since then, the choir has sung the piece hundreds of times. The choir members can’t get enough of it. “As a little boy, I used to sing it”, the choir member said.

“When I hear the first sounds of the piece I immediately get back into it and want to start practicing again immediately”, Nanda van Desen, first soprano of the Philipskoor said. In 1948, the choir performed the Matthäus Passion for the first time. It has since grown into a tradition. Every year on Good Friday, the composition is performed again. “As a little boy, I already sang parts of the Matthäus Passion with the children’s choir”, Erik van Diepen, tenor of the choir, says.

Enthusiast
Even though the choir has performed the composition hundreds of times, the members are excited to perform the piece every year. “The piece touches you every time. And when you sing it yourself, it touches you even more”, Nanda says.

Long sit
The Matthäus Passion tells the story of the last days of Jesus’ life. It is one of the best known, but also one of the longest pieces by the German composer Bach. The piece lasts three hours. For many people, therefore, it is a long sit.

“Halfway through there is a toilet break for the people who really can’t hold it any longer”, Erik says with a laugh. “As a choir, it’s also doable. You don’t sing the whole time. There are solos in the piece and sometimes only the orchestra plays. Those are moments where the choir has a break”.

The Philipskoor’s performance of the Matthäus Passion can be seen 31 March, 1 April and 2 April, in Den Bosch, Best and Veghel.

Source: Studio040
Translated by: Bob

Party in the Park

Remco

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30 May 2018

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We hope you found out that Eindhoven has quite a few nice public parks. Especially with this tropical weather.

One of the most central ones is the Stadswandelpark (just to manage expectations, it is not called Central Park). This is a nice relaxing venue to visit, stroll around, have a drink, a workout, or just relax on the grass, so if you haven’t visited it already, we can certainly recommend it, just by yourself or bring your family. Also note that the park is almost seamless connected with the Genneper Parken, so if you like green spaces, close to your home, this is the place.

To motivate you even more, this weekend (June 1-3) is probably one of the best times to visit it, as long as you like music, wine, beer or food.. and frankly which Eindhoven News reader doesn’t. There is a family-friendly festival called Slow! Park from Friday to Sunday (check the website for more details), where you can visit the park, and also taste and drink wines, all kinds of food, a biergarten and much more.

So check it out, there is something for everyone, even the very health conscious ones, and enjoy it, alone, with your friends or family. Or try to meet up with some of the members of our community, to share this great Park-experience.

For Eindhoven News by Remco

Do you already know Feelgood Market?

Editor

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11 June 2018

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You can come (with your father) to the FeelGood Market on Sunday 17 June. It is outside on the Ketelhuisplein in Strijp-S, Eindhoven. For this ‘Father’s Day’ Edition they have: real man food, good men’s music and beautiful men’s jewelery.

Of course, there are plenty of beautiful, durable and special products for the women, usually offered by the maker themselves. You can treat yourself, your lover and especially your father to all kinds of hearty, wild and exotic snacks from all corners of the world. There is relaxation terrace with good live music. You can have a massage or a coaching conversation.

Children can have fun with all kinds of craft and do activities such as mega blowing bubbles. And there is also children’s massage this time.

Date: Sunday 17th June 2018

Where: Ketelhuisplein, Strijp-S, Eindhoven

When: 12:00 – 18:00

Price: Free!

Getting there: Ketelhuisplein is right next to train station ‘Strijp S’ and bus lines.
Parking: plenty of space in the nearby parking garages Or better yet; Come by bike or walking!

Parking: plenty of space in the nearby parking garages Or better yet; Come by bike or walking!

Workshops and entertainment

Rebalancing, Thai Massage, Children’s Massage, Chair Massage, Coaching, Free Children’s Craft Square, Henna Art, Tai Chi, Nutrition Advice, Dog Listener, Tastings, Demonstrations, Face Painting, Bamboo Building, Guitar Lesson, Bouncy Castle

Live Music

Daniel Kemish is an ‘Americana / Folk Singer’, born in England, whose voice goes right to the core. In 2015, Daniel traveled to Nashville and recorded his debut album at Ocean Way Studios. Last year Daniel spent a month alone in a mountain refuge, to compose his second album in isolation. No electricity / running water or telephones and only a wood stove for heating / cooking and melting snow. Daniel came back with a new sound and a new style that shows that he has grown up as both a songwriter and a performer.

A Million Shoes consists of three very enthusiastic musicians: Cees, Jack and Joseph. They have a large repertoire of original covers which they have transformed into a swing version. Result: a familiar sound in a new jacket. A Million Shoes plays with authentic instruments: double bass, upright piano, guitar, accordion and drums. And not unimportant: They are known for making atmosphere!

And our resident DJ NickLeBeat will be spinning pure vinyl grooves: reggae, vintage soul & funk.

Marathon Eindhoven, much more than running, this weekend

Remco

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10 October 2018

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Marathon Eindhoven, much more than running, this weekend

We believe that most of you, that are interested in long distance running, know that the weekend of October 13 and 14 is the big marathon weekend. So we are not suggesting to sigh up, coz you have done that already, but we want to point out that you dont need to run to participate…

Also this year, and maybe more than in previous editions, there are all kind of activities organised around the event. Several places have a special program, e.g. de stadsbrouwerij, and there is lots of music and fun around the route, especially at Stratumseind.

As both days host various races, starting Saturday late afternoon, almost all the time there is some excitement along the route, find the exact program for more details. So its a great way to perhaps get to know Eindhoven a bit better, and somehow contribute to this great event and perhaps run next year, or the year after, or..

For Eindhovennews by Remco

Glow draws crowds on opening-night

Kate

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12 November 2018

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Glow, Eindhoven’s annual light-event, drew crowds on its opening-night. This despite the bad weather.

Especially the light show in the Philips Stadium and the projection on the Light Tower attracted a large crowd. Many visitors had prepared for the bad weather. Many were using umbrellas or rain-ponchos.

GLOW will continue till next Saturday. Thirty-two light-installations are displayed along a route through Eindhoven’s city centre. The walk past all installations is about five kilometres long.

Various access roads to Eindhoven’s city centre are closed from six o’clock in the evening. Saturday evening, when Glow started, traffic regulators were kept busy steering the large crowd in the right direction despite heavy rain.

Source: Studio 040

Translator: Kate

Festive toys given a second chance

Bob

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14 November 2018

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The season of giving is approaching. Werktuin040 is, therefore, organising a Recycle Sint swap market on Monday evening.

Visitors can exchange items at 65 Edison Street. “Why would you buy something new every year when you can swap? And then you can immediately reduce that toy mountain in your house”, Anja Wasser, Werktuin040‘s founder, says. She has been active in the organisation since 2015. Werktuin040 is a place where people can come to work and bring their children along.

When?

The swap market is intended to be a cheap, sustainable event. Parents can drop off toys at Werktuin040 during this week between 9:00 and 16:00. On Monday, 19 November, visitors can exchange toys from 19:30 at the same address.

Source: www.studio040.nl

Translated by: Bob

Edited by: Melinda

Art of Living holds Yogathon

Chaitali

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21 November 2018

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It was a special day on 16 November for Eindhoven. The world-renowned Yogi, Swami Jyothirmayah, was in the city and gave a two-hour free yoga workshop – Yogathon.

The event took place in the Evoluon. It was a great evening where fun merged with deep relaxation, an evening of doing Yoga together and meditating, and getting acquainted with the true essence of Yoga.

According to Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, Founder of The Art of Living, “Yoga is not just a weight-loss programme; it is a science that makes you feel lighter. You lose mental stuff like anger, jealousy, hatred, greed, etc. The purpose of yoga is to stop suffering even before it arises.”

Swami Jyothirmayah has travelled the world for years to make people aware of the beneficial and soothing effect of yoga on body and mind. It has always been his aim to bring easy yoga to everyone, where one could practice it with pleasure.

Life is joy, enthusiasm, and love

The evening started with a short introduction to Yoga by the Swami himself. He has more than 20 years of experience in teaching the Happiness Program conducted by the Art of Living. According to him, Yoga makes one realise that ‘Life is joy, Life is enthusiasm and life is Love.’ The introduction was followed by a meditation session and ended with a Q&A.

The Happiness Program is a combination of knowledge, interactive games, yoga, meditation, and the powerful breathing technique called Sudarshan Kriya. For those who are interested in this programme, you can visit him in Amsterdam where he will be teaching this programme from the 7-9 December. More information is to be found at www.artofliving.org

This meditation and yoga session was attended by people from different countries other than India and the Netherlands. The visitors took part in the sessions given by the Swami. There was also a post-event survey done which emphasised that the participants felt inspired and calmer after the yoga session.

For Eindhoven news: Chaitali Sengupta

Edited by: Melinda Walraven

Event News

Free heaters and blankets to combat the cold

it’s a shame

Unique discovery on Stratumseind

Corbels

Renovation

PSV ready for cup match: ‘There must be no lack of motivation’

Dick Advocaat

Grand Prize

Infirmary

Philipschoir performs Matthäus Passion for 75th year: ‘The piece touches you every time’

Party in the Park

Do you already know Feelgood Market?

Marathon Eindhoven, much more than running, this weekend

Glow draws crowds on opening-night

Festive toys given a second chance

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Art of Living holds Yogathon

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