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Aan tafel!
In 2024, catering establishments, shops and cultural institutions in Huygenskwartier Voorburg will offer a wide range of products and activities in the theme 'Aan tafel! (Sit down at the table!)'
Art and culture
Solo exhibition Lynette de Vries-Myburgh
The first solo exhibition by Lynette de Vries-Myburgh opens in Galerie ARTIBRAK. In her paintings she takes the viewer into nature and sometimes shows the coexistence of man and nature in a playful way.
Courses and workshops
Toddler reading in the library in Leidschendam
Come and enjoy the Toddler Reading (2 to 4 years) with your toddler! Listen to stories from the most beautiful picture books. Discover the magic of reading aloud. And have a fun and educational time with your child.
Art and culture
Theater group De Gezellen - Cactusbloem
In Cactusbloem, the players will entertain you with a romantic comedy set in the sixties. Recognizable by, among other things, the decoration, the music, a different spirit of the times and male/female ratio.
Art and culture
Harry Sacksioni - Dat kunnen ze allemaal wel zeggen
Guitar virtuoso Harry Sacksioni celebrates his 50th anniversary with a new solo program plus the outcome of his anecdote book of the same name.
For young people
Games afternoon in Leidschendam Library
Are you between 14 and 27 years old? Do you like board games or want to learn more about Dungeons and Dragons? Then come and visit the Leidschendam Library on Saturday afternoon, May 11 and June 8, from 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM.
Courses and workshops
Taalhuis Reading Club in Voorburg
Reading a book together and talking about it makes reading a lot more fun. During the book club we read a simple book or newspaper. And help each other with reading and understanding the language.
Art and culture
Duo Siekman Wieringa - Lunchconcert
Jobine Siekman (cello) and Ellyne Wieringa (piano) formed a duo in 2022. Commissioned by the Gaudeamus Huis in Bilthoven, they created a program in honor of the legendary cellist Pau Casals. A shared affinity for creating beautiful programs with special stories laid the foundation for their successful collaboration.
History and architecture
Day of the castle
This year's 'Day of the Castle' lasts the entire Pentecost weekend. The theme for 2024 is 'At the Table!', with the focus on the food culture of castles and country estates. In Huygens' Hofwijck you experience this through the eyes of maid Anna.
Art and culture
Marcel Harteveld - Voor de bui binnen
In this musical cabaret spectacle, Marcel tries to keep his new acquisition afloat, while airing all his dirty laundry. Or inside, actually.
Art and culture
Jim van der Zee - Keep it fresh
Jim van der Zee does everything he can to make your theater experience as unique as possible and to give it everything he has. Sometimes alone, sometimes together with others. Let's keep it fresh!
Art and culture
Book presentation 'Yuna's flower garden' in Voorburg
During this morning you can not only listen to this beautiful story about self-confidence, bullying and positive thinking. There is plenty of room to ask all your questions. Afterwards you can also buy the book 'Yuna's flower garden' to take home.
Art and culture
Musical story: 'Noëlle and the carnival of the animals' in Voorburg
A storyteller and a musician from the Residentie Orchestra come to Voorburg Library. 'Noëlle and the Carnival of the Animals' is a musical story for children from 4 years old. After the performance, the children can try out a wind instrument themselves.
Art and culture
Rene van Meurs - nw programma (try-out)
René is coming to play one of the first tryouts. Packed with ideas that may not even make it into the final show, but at least you can say you saw him sweat.
Courses and workshops
The Baby BoekStart morning (0-1.5 years) in Voorburg
Did you know that children who are read to as babies are better at language later? That's why you can't start early enough! Come and enjoy the Baby BoekStart morning with your little one. BoekStartcoach Nathalie lets you enjoy the most beautiful books.
Art and culture
Vincent Bijlo - Laat dat nou maar aan mij over
Jobine Siekman (cello) and Ellyne Wieringa (piano) formed a duo in 2022. Commissioned by the Gaudeamus Huis in Bilthoven, they created a program in honor of the legendary cellist Pau Casals. A shared affinity for creating beautiful programs with special stories laid the foundation for their successful collaboration.
Art and culture
The Koos Mark Big Band - Muziekaleidoscoop 2
The second part of the 'Music Kaleidoscope' series. The big band does a 'crossover' between jazz and classical music, something that you don't often find in the theater.
Art and culture
A Walk Downtown '24 and shopping Sunday
In addition to live music, there is much more to do during A Walk Downtown 2024. Theater, food, lifestyle and activities for kids and the whole family. It's all happening this weekend in the 'pearl on the Vliet'.
Courses and workshops
Creative workshop 'Vibez & Paint'
Come paint with music and good vibes on Friday, May 31 from 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM! During the 'Vibez & Paint' workshop you are invited to discover your creative side.
Art and culture
Sven Ratzke - Where are we now? (try-out)
In WHERE ARE WE NOW, Ratzke and his pianist dive honorably, but completely curiously, into the great oeuvre of David Bowie and conjure up beautiful new arrangements, versions as Bowie himself would have wanted to hear.
Courses and workshops
Workshop: Mindfulness
We are often in a hurry, do things on autopilot and hardly think about it. Do you want to learn to live more in the moment? Want to learn to look and experience without immediately judging? Then this free 'Mindfulness' workshop is for you.
Food and drink
Food la Route
Dine out in a special way and enjoy four restaurants in the picturesque Huygenskwartier Voorburg in one evening. During a pleasant evening you will visit four restaurants where you will taste different dishes.
Art and culture
Alexander Beets & Kungfu Jazz Orchestra ft. Tom van der Zaal
Special guest of the evening is none other than the Kungfu Jazz Orchestra led by Alexander Beets, together with Tom van der Zaal.
Art and culture
Bolder & van Santen - Noem het een huwelijk (try-out)
A new duo has formed: Bolder & Van Santen. Audrey and Noël together form a new high-profile couple. A performance about the beautiful misery in which love can get bogged down.
Art and culture
Leaving for Nashville - The Legends of Classic Country Music, Theatertour Part 2
From tear-jerking ballads to exciting Country Swing to Honky Tonk, from Nashville to Austin and back. Even if you are not (yet) a country fan!
Art and culture
De Voorburgse Rondgang
The Voorburgse Rondgang allows art lovers to enjoy the work of established and novice artists. With two museums, two galleries, art lending centers and studios, Huygenskwartier Voorburg is an El Dorado for art lovers.
Art and culture
Igone de Jongh Masterclass
In this Masterclass, Igone de Jongh will coach two students live in learning great classical work, after which the students will perform this piece, accompanied by live piano. An afternoon full of love for dance, dance practice and personal story.
Art and culture
Ellister's van der Molen's Veluwesuite
The Veluwe Suite, composed by Ellister Van Der Molen, is a masterpiece that brings the beauty of the Veluwe to life through music. With her unique mix of jazz, classical and folk, she creates an atmosphere that is both heart-warming and inspiring.
With kids
In de Wolken Summer Festival 2024
During the In de Wolken Summer Festival, authors come to visit and you can follow fun workshops. Michel & Matz will give a performance, there will be a make-up tent and free popcorn & cotton candy will be distributed.
Courses and workshops
The Visionary Journey Live
Prepare to be immersed in the magic of transformation live and in person! During this evening, Nurlaila will share the essence of her coaching program with you.
Startling activities
Watersportvereniging Leidschendam en omstreken
Watersportvereniging Leidschendam & omstreken is on the outskirts of Vlietland recreational area, right along the Vliet and in the middle of the Randstad. The perfect start, stop or resting place for a boat trip through the region!
Houtzaagmolen de Salamander
De Salamander is a typical Dutch sawmill, located in Leidschendam. The mill was rebuilt in 1778. A steam engine was installed so that sawing could continue in windless conditions, a technique which was quite new in those days.
