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Solomon’s Knot performs Bach motets in church circle
Singers stand in a central circle to perform choral works, with a drink included in the ticket.
16 September 2026
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Practical digital skills in Ontdek AI Plus
Hands-on library sessions run alongside Haagse Hogeschool cover using software to summarise texts, script letters, and generate video.
16 September 2026
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Guided morning walks around the Laak district
Two neighbourhood residents lead small groups along varied local routes, starting from the library branch with advance sign-up.
16 September 2026
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Wina Ricardo tests material for Wina’s Wereld
A debut full-length solo show testing out new satirical material, with an intermission drink included in your ticket.
16 September 2026
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Practical artificial intelligence course across three library sessions
Hands-on practice covers summarizing text, drafting correspondence, and generating avatar videos for daily work.
16 September 2026
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Residentie Orkest plays Dvořák’s Fifth Symphony
An uninterrupted evening of Mahler lieder and orchestral Dvořák, preceded by an introduction and ending with drinks.
16 September 2026
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Afternoon literature and poetry readings with Anita Poolman
Short verse and mixed prose fill the first half, followed by serial readings from a chosen book.
16 September 2026
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Friday morning storytime and crafts at Peuterpret
Toddlers aged two to four listen to an illustrated picture book before sitting down for simple paper crafts.
16 September 2026
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Songs, stories and parenting talk at Babycafé
A relaxed morning of singing and shared picture books, tailored for parents and babies under one.
16 September 2026
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Beyond the Vibe: production software with AI tools
Senior developers bring their laptops and pro AI accounts for a practical coding session with drinks and dinner.
16 September 2026
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Wicked Little Letters screening paired with art history lecture
Coffee precedes an introductory background talk by Anne Marie Boorsma before the Olivia Colman British mystery screens.
16 September 2026
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Van Vleuten en Van Muiswinkel return with Alles Onder Controle
The reunited Dutch cabaret duo tests fresh comic material on stage before the formal premiere begins touring.
16 September 2026
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Explore neighborhood streets on Samen wandelen door Laak
Local guides take a morning group through shifting side streets on an informal neighborhood stroll.
16 September 2026
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Stories and movement for infants at Babypret Moerwijk
Parents gather with babies for simple songs, picture books, and gentle movement exercises before chatting over parenting tips.
16 September 2026
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Sort out your paper and digital filing in one evening
Hands-on practical advice on structuring incoming mail, organizing inbox folders, and retrieving personal paperwork without the usual panic.
16 September 2026
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Underground electronic sets at Donderground – The Beginning
Four DJs spin through the small hours in an all-night basement session built around emerging club sounds.
16 September 2026
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Van Taco tot Tango with Ciconia Consort
South American string works by Carreño, Piazzolla, and Ginastera, featuring bassoon soloist Bram van Sambeek under conductor Dick van Gasteren.
16 September 2026
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Crea kidsclub turns recycled junk into weekend crafts
Children make and take home their own handmade items during a hands-on Saturday afternoon session using spare materials.
16 September 2026
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Afternoon cinema: Joe Speedboot on the big screen
Sam de Jong’s ninety-six-minute Dutch adaptation screens with a complimentary cup of filter coffee before the film.
16 September 2026
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Peuterpret: morning stories, singing and crafting for toddlers
Toddlers aged two to four gather with parents and grandparents for interactive picture books, music, and simple crafts.
16 September 2026