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Party in the Park

Remco

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30 May 2018

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

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

DBS Sport lounge for internationals and seniors

Beena Arunraj

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18 November 2018

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DBS Sport lounge for internationals and seniors

The DBS football club together with Meerhoven International Platform and Eindhoven Sport organised an information market for internationals. The fair hosted in the DBS football club cafeteria was abuzz with visitors on Friday evening.

Theo Mommers from DBS football club played a perfect host together with Yvonne Swinkels, Jasper van Hoof, Jessie Peeters and Colin Laarhoven who were part of the organising team.

Fifteen sports clubs presented their services to internationals that evening. Clubs that teach regular or popular sport such as football, swimming, martial arts, field hockey, gymnastics and bowling presented information in English to the internationals and seniors. While the not so common sport such as Gaelic football, Tai chi, Frisbee, slow sports etc pitched their sport to gather support.

Spouse program Brainport Spouse by the TU/e caters to the needs of the trailing international spouses. Hence, programs are in English. The program offers possibilities to learn Tai chi, Yoga, Pilates Body pump among other fitness training.

SGE Meerhoven presented their programmes such as mama fit. Korein Kinderplein showcased the sports programmes they organise for the children. Whereas, Rabobank showed its support for sports clubs, they sponsor clubs in the region for example through their Clubkas Campagne. Even for medical advice on your feet you could you could talk to the experts: Rondom podo therapy. The enthusiastic pack from Meerhoven International Platform explained their activities. Thumbs up to Oranje Rood hockey for distributing free vouchers for hockey training.

For Eindhoven News: Beena Arunraj

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

Int. Women’s Day: Everyone’s a hero

Melinda

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1 February 2019

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Friday, 8 March is International Women’s Day. The Eindhoven library is planning an exciting programme – ‘Everyone’s a hero!’ – for women. This is being done in cooperation with the Dutch non-profit organisation, Women Inc’s, ambassador Carien Kirkels.

The speakers will be Maleka Bent Jamaa of The Female Factory and Ineke Hurkmans, from the Jump Movement. Maleka has been working with women from all walks of life for over 20 years. It is her mission to show women that they already possess all of the power and wisdom they need. As an empowerment-coach and speaker, focussing on women, it is Maleka’s goal to create awareness and connection.

Ineke Hurkmans will get people to ‘Jump’. This is an easy, accessible method of conversation that helps move people towards their own or collective ambitions. Participants will ‘jump together’. Jessica Bartels, Eindhoven’s City Poet of Eindhoven, will also be there to present some of her poems and showcase her poetry skills.

The programme starts with a vegetarian meal at 18:00. This will cost €12,50 and people will need to register seperately for this. Tickets for the ‘Everyone’s a Hero’ event cost €3, while a meal and event combo is €15. Tickets are available here. The evening begins officially at 18:45 and will end at 22:00.

This event will be in Dutch but is also open for non-Dutch speakers. The hand-out of the reading and ‘Jump’ exercises will be available in English.

Coming Saturday, join the International Women’s Day Celebrations!

Editor

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7 March 2019

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Coming Saturday, join the International Women’s Day Celebrations!

Make sure you keep Saturday 9 March free for the International Women’s Day celebration in Eindhoven. This event is organised by C.L.O. (The Latin American Center for Orientation) and they wish you welcome.

Here on Eindhoven News you can find the full program:

Women of various nationalities will do presentations and will show their creative talents, as well as special projects in areas such as coaching, assistance, education, work, etc. There are also stands with craft products, art, and information from small companies (women’s fair).

And as in other years, a ‘meeting point’ is set up, where you will find many different interesting organisations. Her you can find information and expand your network.

Of course Einhoven News is here too. We are looking forward to meet you coming Saturday at Parktheater Eindhoven

More info you can find here.

new HEMA will have new concept restaurant

Melinda

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6 March 2020

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new HEMA will have new concept restaurant

From Thursday, 12 March, HEMA in Eindhoven’s city center will be in their new location on 18 Septemberplein. The first 50 paying customers will receive a goody bag filled to the brim with HEMA items.

People must take note that the old store in Rechtestraat will be closed from this Sunday, 7 March. The new 1,750 m2 store will include a new restaurant concept. Although it seems big, it will, in fact, be easier for customers to find items in this new shop. Above all, the store’s fresh new look will catch the shopper’s eye.

HEMA kitchen is a new concept too. It focuses on fresh and healthy food. The restaurant has a completely new look with counters with salads, healthy sandwiches, smoothies, juices, and fresh soups. The dishes contain 100% natural ingredients and have been developed entirely according to HEMA recipes. In this way, HEMA is responding to the increasing demand for fresh and healthy meals.

Very proud

Phillip Mes, HEMA Netherlands’ Director says, “For more than 92 years, HEMA has been making our customers’ daily lives in Eindhoven better, more fun, and easier.” He says he is particularly proud of this new store. “This latest HEMA store and restaurant concept has been extensively tested among customers in the Netherlands and Belgium. It received many positive reactions from both customers and employees.”

“Rolling out the new store concept is an important part of HEMA’s growth strategy. This consists of improving performance in the core Dutch and Belgian markets.” They also want to grow internationally with partners and expand its online channels.

HEMA has 32,000 own products and services, more than 750 stores and 19,000 employees. This chain store is active in 12 countries on 3 continents.

Unique fashion show held

Bob

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24 March 2021

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Yesterday, a unique, circular art fashion show was held in DomusDela, Eindhoven.

The OUD en NIEUW (OLD and NEW) event was especially for people living with dementia. The fashion was designed especially for them. Not only that; the 12 models are also people living with this condition.

Students from Summa College in Eindhoven helped out with this event. The show was Teun Toebes and designer Babette van Rijthoven’s brainchild. Teuns is a nurse and the founder of the sTeun en Toeverlaat Foundation.

‘Laughed and cried’

These two want to give people living with dementia a platform. “We already look back on OUD en NIEUW with enormous pleasure,” says Teun (21). “We laughed and cried while enjoying the beautiful creations and special stories.”

“The models, however, touched us the most. Their deterioration and forgetting process is sometimes heartbreaking. But people with dementia can enjoy and live in the moment like no others.”

DO NOT REUSE — Babette van Rijthoven and Teun Toebes. Photo credit: sTeun en Toeverlaat (Marijke Krekels. Used with permission.

“And that is exactly what happened [yesterday]. Why? They drew attention to their stories, not their condition,” Teun says.

Repurposed

Teun and Babette also wanted to show that old clothes can be repurposed into new fashionable creations. The clothing was made from people who had had dementia but are now deceased. “The models were so grateful for the outfits we’d put together especially for them,” says Babette.

“That’s humbling. And we’re also proud that we could produce these creations sustainably. A fantastic team of students and teachers from various colleges supported us in this.” These included the Summa students, who helped stitch the designs.

“The designs were made with the previous owners’ stories in mind. The collaboration with the models was an eye-opener for the students. They learned a lot,” Summa Fashion lecturer, Marloes Michielsen, says.

More than a thousand people followed the show, digitally. There was also live music from various genres. These included DJ Je Moeder, Dylan Greene, and opera singer, Francis van Broekhuizen.

Sources: Studio040.nl and s-teun.nl

Translators: Bob and Melinda Walraven

Editor: Melinda Walraven

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