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Come have a meal and help kids

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A war has been raging in Syria for more than seven years now. Peace in the Middle East is still far away, but there is a part of Syria is relatively safe.

In Kobanê, Northern Syria, people are trying to put their lives back together, despite the threat of war. Here is your chance to help. On Tuesday, 26 March, a charity meal will be held at the Cruydenhuisch, 73 Kalmoesplein in Eindhoven. This event, which runs from 18:00 to 22:00, is for the benefit of the Hîvî School in Kobanê.

Hîvî means Hope. This school was established by women in the area to cater for about 25 disabled children. Last year, people in Eindhoven raised €10,000 for this school. This money was used to refurbished and furnish one of the school’s buildings. Now, there is room for 50 pupils.

In Kobanê, people are working hard on reconstruction. But many parents still have no means of income. Their children often have to go to school hungry, with no lunch. Hence, this charity meal event.

The meal in the Cruydenhuisch costs € 12,50 per person, excluding drinks. Registration is required via 040 202 45 83 (between 10:00 and 22:00, except on Monday) or reservations@hetcruydenhuisch.nl.

The evening is organised by the COS31 Social Integration and EINDHOVEN~KOBANÊ, a working group of the Vredesburo.

Weekend Tips From Yvette

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This weekend in and around Eindhoven…. Yvette’s tips.

It’s the first weekend of 2020 but where do you need to go? A great weekend to be in Eindhoven as there is a lot to do! My tips:

Friday: Zouk Night #3

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Saturday: Eindhoven Kemphanen VS Tilburg Trappers 

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Sunday: SingShop Unplugged

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Last weekend: Ice rink at the Markt

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About Yvette, who is doing this for Eindhoven News:
“I’m the manager of the biggest expat Facebook group in Eindhoven – Expats in Eindhoven. A group dedicated to help expats have a great time in Eindhoven, get to meet new people and answer their questions. Further I work as graphic designer for my own company STUDIO YDID. In my free time I like to go running, race cycling, go out with friends and family or listen to the band Queen. If you want to know more – feel free to mail me at info@studio-ydid.nl.”

Workshops on Artificial Intelligence in Eindhoven library

Everyone has to deal with Artificial Intelligence, but not everyone is aware of it. That’s why the library in Eindhoven is organising the AI Parade. During the whole month of May you can learn all about this smart technology and how it affects our daily lives. Monday was the first workshop.

“We are training our computer”, one of the participants said. The participants are working on machine learning, which allows the computer to learn things on its own. With pieces of fruit, they are training the computer. “We took hundreds of pictures of an apple. This allows the computer to recognise the apple”, another participant says.

In everyday life, everyone deals with AI (artificial intelligence, ed.), but for many people it is still unknown. That’s why the AI Parade is coming to the library in Eindhoven. With various workshops and lectures they will discuss Artificial Intelligence.

Learning
“Besides machine learning, the participants were also given an explanation of what AI is”, workshop instructor Randi Nuij says. The participants found the workshop instructive. “A computer has to know a lot before it can really do anything”, one participant said. “It doesn’t always get it right either. The computer thinks I am a background and it also sometimes thinks an apple is an orange”, another participant adds.

Fresh algorithm generator
A mini-expo will also be on display during the AI Parade. Until 16 May, the Fresh Algorithms generator is on display in the library. Based on five questions, the machine creates a recipe for a meal of your liking. And that can be anything from world cuisine to something easy to Dutch food.

The AI Parade in the Eindhoven library lasts until 31 May.

Source: Studio040

Translated by: Bob

Less insecure since Miss Teen contest

Miss Teen of Noord Brabant might be from Eindhoven. 17-year-old Lizzy van der Hoeff is one of the contenders for the prestigious title. And that is something that was unthinkable for her a while ago. “I was very concerned with what others thought of me and what they said about me”.

At first glance, participating in a beauty contest seems like a strange choice. The stereotypical image is that it is all about appearance, but nothing could be further from the truth according to Lizzy and her proud stepmother. “I am very positively surprised to see what it means to participate in such an election. You also have to be socially active”, Audrey Fernand explains. “They also look at what you are like and we raise money for charity”, Lizzy adds.

Participating in Miss Teen of Noord-Brabant also requires the necessary training. “We are learning how to walk in heels, how to walk the rounds and we are going to practice the opening dance. So we still have a lot of work to do”. And what if that hard work pays off and Lizzy wins? “Then I really start screaming and crying. Then some emotions really come out”, she says with a laugh.

Whether the Eindhoven native will actually be crowned Miss Teen of Noord Brabant remains to be seen. Thirty more finalists are in the race. The winner will be announced on 3 February.

Source: Studio040

Translated by: Bob

Musician in a ‘shop window’ visits nursing homes

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On Tuesday afternoon, rapper Glen Faria paid a surprise visit to the Peppelrode nursing home in Eindhoven.

The moving shop window is an initiative of the De Bijenkorf retail chain. By visiting the elderly at home, singer Faria and the department store want to give the residents a sense of togetherness. The ‘window’ went to Maastricht too.

Faria played piano and sang his song ‘Goed dat je er bent’ (‘Nice to have you’). That’s also Eindhoven’s slogan. “While writing it, I was inspired by the images of the empty streets. These are usually nice gathering spots for people,” Faria says.

Source: Studio040

Translator: Bob

Editor: Melinda Walraven

Unrest between PSV and FC Utrecht fans continues in the stadium

A day after the foiled fight between fans of PSV and FC Utrecht, the mutual tension was still tangible in the Philips Stadium. During the match, the accompanying supporters displayed a banner with a clear message for the PSV fans.

The banner used offensive language. The PSV supporters also made themselves heard, according to a fan who was at the 6-1 win. FC Utrecht fans were called upon not to let the canvases speak, but their fists.

Fight

A reference to the night before. Then both fan groups wanted to fight each other, but this was prevented by the police. About fifty football supporters were arrested in Best. Several batons and a knives were also seized.

To avoid escalation after Sunday afternoon’s game, home supporters on ‘west’ had to take another exit. FC Utrecht fans were also isolated. They had to leave the stadium through a double police fence.

Source: Studio040

Translator: Martijn

 

Thousands of students in Eindhoven for introduction week

Singing songs, playing games and of course lots of partying. The introduction week started again in Eindhoven on Monday. Thousands of Fontys and TU/e students are participating. “I’m especially looking forward to getting to know my fellow students”, a young man said.

It is still quiet on Monday morning at the Fontys campsite. The future students are still seeing which way the cat jumps. Coloured shirts walk back and forth between the tents. Some youngsters are still busy inflating their air beds. It’s up to the so called “moms and dads” (focal points consisting of students) to bring in the party atmosphere.

“They’ve only just gotten to know each other, of course”, an attendant explains. “And of course it doesn’t help either that drinking is only allowed from 16:00”.

Still, even without alcohol, the students slowly begin to loosen up. Several songs are sung by the counselors about Julia’s breasts and a duckling. Meanwhile, the students are hooking up. “I thought they did well for a first day”, Joris reflects.

TU/e

A quiet start is also made on the TU/e grounds. The students play games together. For example, the mechanical engineers of the future have to make something out of duct tape. However, the introduction week is not only about games and partying.

It is also a chance to get to know the program and fellow students. “For me, it is successful when they have seen that being a student will be one of the highlights of their lives”.

Source: Studio040

Translated by: Bob

Nearly 150,000 visitors during the first weekend at Park Hilaria

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The temporary amusement park on the Kennedylaan in Eindhoven has had almost 150,000 visitors since Friday afternoon.

Until Sunday, August 11, the Kennedylaan in Eindhoven has been transformed into amusement park Park Hilaria. This year the park has more than a hundred different fairground attractions. In addition, visitors can enjoy live performances on the ‘Hollario’ music square and various terraces.

Park Hilaria mascot Larie is again present this edition. He is ready for a hug every day between 15:00 and 18:00 at Larienest.

Source: Studio040

Translator: Dirk

Tokio Hotel to perform at Effenaar

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Eindhoven’s Effenaar has ensured a performance by an important international band. Next April, pop rock band Tokio Hotel will perform at the Effenaar.

This performance is part of an international tour next year. The German band celebrates its 15th anniversary in 2019. More than ten years ago, Tokio Hotel made its name with the hit “Monsoon”.

During their tour, Tokio Hotel will play old works as well as new songs from their sixth studio album. The album is yet to be released. In the Netherlands, the band will also perform at the “Melkweg”, in Amsterdam.

Source: Studio 040

Translator: Kate

Maker Faire Eindhoven a huge success

This past weekend the Maker Faire took over Stadhuisplein. Held once every year in Eindhoven, the fair is a chance for children and adults to explore and try out brilliant experiments and out-of-the-box creations.

The fair brings together novices and experts whose collaboration has created a community that nourishes creatives in all fields.

Some highlights from this year’s fair include, but are not limited to robot races and robot soccer matches, adults and children having washing machine races, and a giant robot made of drums that play music; the hustle and bustle were spectacular.

Washing machine race, Photo credit: Eindhoven News/ Lila Mehrez
Space cruiser, Photo Credit: Eindhoven News/ Lila Mehrez

 

The event was divided into outdoor booths and indoor fun in the Eindhoven City Hall building, with a room dedicated to games made out of light, and an area for drone flying. There were booths for children to make their own cars and hovercrafts, have robot battles, laser cutting workshops and brilliantly 3D printed statues, chess boards, and automated train tracks.

Car making, Photo credit: Eindhoven News/ Lila Mehrez
connectors light project, Photo credit: Eindhoven News/ Lila Mehrez

 

A family event filled with energy and creativity for everyone, one of the many highlighted events held in Eindhoven, and one that children are highly encouraged to attend, concluded as a success once again.

The Maker Faire is a place designed for creators to showcase their new innovative ideas and creations, and is open for all to present their work. For information on how to become a maker and showcase your work, or for next year’s event program and other Maker Faire locations, visit Maker Faire.

 

Source: Maker Faire

For Eindhoven News: Lila Mehrez

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