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02/11/2026

𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗧𝗘𝗗𝘅 𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗸 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝘀 𝗮 𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗮

On 5 November, TEDxEindhoven brings the boldest ideas from across Brainport to the stage at the High Tech Campus. A selection of pitchers, from labs, start-ups and kitchen tables, each get five minutes to make their case. A jury of TEDxEindhoven speaker coaches and partners scores every pitch, and the audience gets a vote too. The winner is coached by the TEDxEindhoven team and starts the path toward a full talk at TEDxEindhoven 2027.
Come see ideas raw, a year before they reach the main stage, and stay for drinks and networking afterwards.
The evening is in English.

Programme
18:30 Doors open
19:00 Welcome by the TEDxEindhoven team
19:15 Pitch round one
20:00 Break
20:20 Pitch round two
21:30 Jury verdict, winner announced, and drinks
22:00 End

Jury:
Jerry Lenaerts – Speaker curator, TEDxEindhoven
Serge van Rooij – Speaker coach, TEDxEindhoven
Kavitha Varathan – Founder/MD, Expat Spouses Initiative (ESI)
Plus one mystery jury member: strict but fair

Pitchers:
The selected pitchers will be announced in the run-up to the event. Each gets five minutes on stage.

Practical:
Venue: Conference Centre, High Tech Campus 1, 5656 AE Eindhoven
Tickets: €12,50 incl. 2 drinks; seats are limited – https://shop.weeztix.com/45ffe890-cb0f-11e8-8383-1927e5d57c83
Free parking in garage P0, bike parking in front of the Conference Centre, bus 407 from Eindhoven Centraal.
Language: English.
Pitches are not recorded; photos will be taken.

29/10/2026

🪁 𝗔𝗻𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗿𝗲𝗱, 𝗗𝗿𝗶𝗳𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴: 𝗔 𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗞𝗶𝘁𝗲-𝗠𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗽
Have you moved to the Netherlands and would like to connect with others through creativity? Join this free kite-making workshop led by Rossy Liu at CKE Eindhoven.

Create and personalize your own kite, share stories, learn new skills, and explore themes of belonging, identity, and home. We'll finish the day by flying our kites together!

📅 7 November 2026
🕐 13:00 - 17:30
📍 CKE Eindhoven
🎟️ Free participation

👉 Register here: https://cke.nl/agenda/anchored-drifted-kite-making-workshop-4/

26/10/2026

🎁✨ 𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝗦𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗸𝗹𝗮𝗮𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗸𝗹𝗮𝗮𝘀𝗸𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗲𝗹 𝗶𝗻 𝗚𝗲𝗹𝗱𝗿𝗼𝗽! ✨🎁

Step into a magical world and visit Sinterklaas and his entourage at the beautifully decorated Sinterklaaskasteel Geldrop on 21 November 2026.

🏰 Enjoy an exciting journey through the castle
📸 Meet Sinterklaas in person and take a photo together
🎓 Receive the official Sinterklaaskasteel Geldrop Pieten Diploma

🕤 Time: 09:30 - 18:00
📍 Location: Geldrop-Mierlo

🎟️ Tickets: • Children up to 12 years: €4.50
• Ages 13 and older: €7.50

The proceeds support vocational education projects for underprivileged youth in Latin America through the Bolivia Komité Geldrop Foundation.

More information and tickets: 👉 www.sinterklaaskasteelgeldrop.nl

19/10/2026

𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗱𝗼𝗰𝘂𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄𝘀 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗮𝘁 𝗳𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗘𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗵𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗻

What is it like to build a new life in Eindhoven as a foreigner? This is the central theme of the three-part documentary series De Wereld in Eindhoven. Director Ellis Smulders follows three expat families as they try to find their place in the city.

Eindhoven is attracting an increasing number of international workers due to the growth of its high-tech industry. A major player in this is ASML, which is set to expand significantly in the city in the coming years.

But how do newcomers find their way around the city? And what does the arrival of internationals mean for local residents? The series explores the role played by language, friendships and local customs in building a new life in Eindhoven.

Experts, businesses and other stakeholders also have their say, alongside the families. Together, they paint a picture of the impact of the region's rapid internationalisation.

De Wereld in Eindhoven will be broadcast on NTR on NPO 2 at 6.30 pm on Tuesday 17, Wednesday 18 and Thursday 19 November.

https://studio040.nl/nieuws/artikel/new-documentary-series-follows-expat-families-in-eindhoven

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What is it like to build a new life in Eindhoven as a foreigner? This is the central theme of the three-part documentary series De Wereld in Eindhoven. Director Ellis Smulders follows three expat families as they try to find their place in the city.

16/10/2026

🌿 Discover De Groote Heide and Share Your Thoughts! 🌿
Are you an international living in the Eindhoven region? Four students from Breda University of Applied Sciences are looking for participants for a short interview about De Groote Heide, the beautiful cross-border nature area stretching from Eindhoven into Belgium.
The goal is to learn why more internationals and local families are not yet visiting this unique natural park and how awareness can be improved.

📍 Meeting point: Paviljoen Genneper Parken
🚶 Includes a short walk
⏱ Interview duration: approximately 10 minutes
📅 Interview dates: October 26, 29 or 30
📝 Sign up before October 25

Interested? Contact: [email protected]



This initiative is organized by Breda University of Applied Sciences

15/10/2026

🏡✨ 𝗙𝗲𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝘁 𝗵𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻.

A new edition of Homewards.community is just around the corner! Homewards is a social onboarding programme that helps internationals build meaningful connections, discover the Brainport region, and feel at home faster.

With more than 400 alumni participants, Homewards has already helped hundreds of newcomers expand their network and create a sense of belonging in the region.

📅 Programme dates:
• Friday 6 November – The Welcome Evening
• Saturday 12 December – The Workshop
• Sunday 17 January – The Quiz

Throughout the programme, participants become part of an active community, taking part in inspiring events, additional meet-ups, and receiving tips to explore the region even further.

A strong social network is key to a successful start in a new country. That's why Homewards is a valuable addition to any onboarding programme for international employees.

One ticket gives you access to the full Homewards program!
https://www.eventbrite.nl/e/homewards-the-3-month-social-onboarding-for-newcomers-locals-eindhoven-tickets-1998580501079

🔗 Read more:
https://www.thisiseindhoven.com/en/city-life/feeling-at-home/homewards-program

Do you know an international colleague, employee, or friend who would benefit from this experience? Feel free to share!

15/10/2026

Holland Expat Center South South will be participating in Dutch Design Week 2026! We'll be there with promoting our Praat Nederlands Met Me campaign, together with our partner Spiekkleding! Come visit us at Kazerne

Read all about it: https://lnkd.in/eZ77swsP

12/10/2026

Practice Your Dutch & Meet New People! ☕🎲

Looking for a fun and relaxed way to improve your Dutch? Join us at Mooie Taalcafé at Mooie Boules Eindhoven!

🗓 Wednesday, 14 October 2026
⏰ 13:00 - 15:00
📍 Mooie Boules Eindhoven, Kleine Berg 12
💶 Free entry - no registration required

Whether you'd like to practice your Dutch, meet new people, play games, or simply enjoy a cup of coffee or tea, everyone is welcome. A volunteer Dutch teacher will be available to help, but there is no obligation to join a lesson.

You can also enjoy the many games at Mooie Boules, including pétanque, table tennis, shuffleboard, darts, and board games.

🌍 All Dutch levels are welcome. Just drop by and enjoy a gezellig afternoon together!

More information: https://www.stichtingmooiebuurt.nl/stichting/

09/10/2026

𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: 𝗠𝗲𝗲𝗿𝗵𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗻 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗖𝗹𝘂𝗯 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻𝘀 𝗜𝘁𝘀 𝗗𝗼𝗼𝗿𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘆𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗔𝗹𝗹 𝗔𝗴𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗟𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝘀
The Meerhoven community has launched a free, volunteer-run chess meetup designed to bring local residents together over the chessboard. Whether you are a seasoned grandmaster in the making or completely new to the game, the Meerhoven Chess Club invites players of all ages and experience levels to participate.
Organized by local volunteers, the club focuses on casual play, social networking, and peer-to-peer learning in a friendly, low-pressure environment. It offers community members a great opportunity to sharpen their strategic thinking while meeting neighbors and making new friends.

Event Details:
* When: Every odd Friday of the month, from 19:00 to 20:30
* Admission: Free
* Updates: Schedule adjustments and event announcements are posted regularly on the club's official social media channels.
Grab a board, bring your favorite opening moves, and join the community for an evening of friendly competition!

https://www.instagram.com/meerhovenchessclub

08/10/2026

Women Entrepreneurs Connect Awards 2026

𝐎𝐧𝐞 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐞. 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬. 𝐂𝐨pan style𝐧𝐭𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬.
Women Entrepreneurs Connect is excited to announce that nominations are now open for:
𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐕𝐨𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 – 3𝐫𝐝 𝐄𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧
𝐁𝐞𝐍𝐞𝐋𝐮𝐱 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧 𝐄𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐮𝐫𝐬 & 𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬 2026

After two successful editions, WEC Awards is expanding across the 𝐁𝐞𝐍𝐞𝐋𝐮𝐱 — 𝐁𝐞𝐥𝐠𝐢𝐮𝐦, 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐍𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐬 & 𝐋𝐮𝐱𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐠 — bringing together inspiring Indian women entrepreneurs, corporate professionals, innovators, and changemakers.

📢 𝐍𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐧: Now
🎟️ 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐧: 1 October 2026

For award categories, eligibility criteria, nomination guidelines, and the nomination form, please visit: https://wec-org.com/awards/

The stage is bigger.
The voices are stronger.
The impact is greater.
𝐍𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐭𝐨𝐝𝐚𝐲. 𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲. 𝐀𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐲 𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐯𝐨𝐢𝐜𝐞.

Winners shall be announced on
📅 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐞: Friday, 13 November 2026
🕡 18:30 – 21:30
📍 Muziekgebouw Eindhoven
For more information about Women Entrepreneurs Connect, visit www.wec-org.com