We invite you for a personal meeting with unique persons: a refugee, a veteran, a violin builder, a storyteller, or you go to a temple, a mosque, a social initiative… You pick the meeting with a maximum of two participants, we make sure that the encounter will be corona proof. Read more about the adapted procedure. In Rotterdam we can create custom programs tailored to your wishes, also for larger groups. Contact us!
44 HOSTS - 1 CITIES - 59 ACTIVITIES (AND RISING)
We invite you for a personal meeting with unique persons: a refugee, a veteran, a violin builder, a storyteller, or you go to a temple, a mosque, a social initiative… You pick the meeting with a maximum of two participants, we make sure that the encounter will be corona proof. Read more about the adapted procedure. In Rotterdam we can create custom programs tailored to your wishes, also for larger groups. Contact us!
59 ACTIVITIES (AND RISING)
Gijsbert was trained as a violin maker at the Newark School of Violin Making in England (1988 -1991). During and after his studies...Gijsbert was trained as a violin maker at the Newark School of Violin Making in England (1988 -1991). During and after his studies he gained experience in studios in Berlin, Madrid and Montpellier. On his return to the Netherlands in 1995 he established as an independent violin maker. In recent years he has been in his studio in Rotterdam mainly engaged in the construction of instruments, particularly cellos, but also violins and violas. Over the years he has built up extensive experience with sound enhancement tools and he pays much attention to the adjustment of both new and antique instruments. He will tell you all about it and ask away!
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This walk is about Rotterdam and the city's distinguished animals. The history of the city seems to have been determined by distin...This walk is about Rotterdam and the city's distinguished animals. The history of the city seems to have been determined by distinguished and important people, especially men. But there were also very important animals in the city, with their own story. And those animals are still there. Take Elie's Frog, Elie van Rijckevorsel, for example. He eventually ended up on a bust, a very grand bust, together with Elie. It is located at the Veerhaven. In Rotterdam you van find three types of frogs; the brown frog and two 'green' frogs, the mongrel frog and the lake frog. You might encounter the brown frog on this walk in the Historisch Tuin Schoonoord.
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A Workshop Street Photography from the Culture School is a mix of street photography, Rotterdam architecture and a nice walk, acco...A Workshop Street Photography from the Culture School is a mix of street photography, Rotterdam architecture and a nice walk, accompanied by a photographer. The area around the Blaak is the most diverse place in Rotterdam. You'll walk by the Maas, the Markthal, the Oude Haven and the Library during the photo safari. In fact, during the photo shoot you will discover the most beautiful places in Rotterdam to make pictures of. From mobile to SLR, every camera can be used. You'll go home with a nice souvenir: two prints of your most beautiful pictures.
Meet the people of Rotterdamse Munt (Mint of Rotterdam) and the plants in this wonderful oasis. Together with one of the garden gu...Meet the people of Rotterdamse Munt (Mint of Rotterdam) and the plants in this wonderful oasis. Together with one of the garden guides you dive into the city nature. You get a story about the gardens and some plant stories. You will experience the scents, colors and flavors of the season. After the tour you cut yourself the herbs for a jar of herbal tea. The tea goes with a tasty snack
The pastoraat in the New West is working with people from the neighborhood to improve the neighborhood. Katinka and her collegues ...The pastoraat in the New West is working with people from the neighborhood to improve the neighborhood. Katinka and her collegues work with women (Women's House Rosa), children and lonely elderly people. The pastoraat is in his unorthodox approach still a church. Reverend Katinka Broos will tell you about her work, you'll visit an activity or taking a walk through a neighborhood full of stories.
City Art Rotterdam is a project of Chris Ripken and Hannie Bierens. They have a large building, which was nominated in 1999 to be ...City Art Rotterdam is a project of Chris Ripken and Hannie Bierens. They have a large building, which was nominated in 1999 to be demolished, refurbished and built to a stunning arts center. The building includes 5 large rooms, each about 200 square meters and a smaller room of 60 square meters. Chris has a large workshop with welding, ceramics kilns and woodworking machines. The post-industrial property began as a fur and suede clothing workshop, downstairs you could find the tannery and upstairs the studio. Later this building has served as a supermarket for several owners. Chris Ripken has completed the school of arts in Maastricht successfully in 1986, he has obtained a 1st grade teacher training. In 1989, Chris came to Rotterdam with his family, and he has dedicated himself to making "street art", applied art to defend the neighborhood that against the degradation, caused by urban renewal. Up to now Chris has been seriously involved in the design of public space with applied art for and by residents. Chris has realized a large collection of sculptures. A large number of state are exhibited in City Art Rotterdam. Hannie Bierens has in her professional career focused on the social and societal issues. As a trainer / coach Hannie involved in the projects that Chris realizes.
City Art Rotterdam is the heart of all the applied work Chris Ripken has realized in the outdoors. Chris was contracted by the mun...City Art Rotterdam is the heart of all the applied work Chris Ripken has realized in the outdoors. Chris was contracted by the municipality of Rotterdam, housing associations, community organizations, individuals and schools. The projects are all realized together with locals. This is based on the philosophy that if people may create something in their own neighborhood, this makes the environment owned instead of anonymous. In the immediate vicinity of his studio some works can be seen on a tour with Chris.
Samba will give you a warm welcome in his own home. He is a passionate storyteller. His mother and grandfather preceded him as nat...Samba will give you a warm welcome in his own home. He is a passionate storyteller. His mother and grandfather preceded him as natural storytellers about a wide variety of subjects. Samba will tell you about himself and about Senegal, his nation of origin. And of course he's open for questions.
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You will hear all about the habits and customs in the mosque and of course you can ask everything you want to know, as long as you...You will hear all about the habits and customs in the mosque and of course you can ask everything you want to know, as long as you put your questions with respect. Your curiosity is very much appreciated!
All senses are been taken care of at City Art Rotterdam. Watching the images with an explanation from Chris, listening to a concer...All senses are been taken care of at City Art Rotterdam. Watching the images with an explanation from Chris, listening to a concert of classical or jazz music, performed by professional musicians, and enjoying the Surinam / Hindustan cuisine. In the building of City Art Rotterdam Chris and Hannie have realized many cultural events. Avant garde art, major solo exhibitions by local and international artists, dance, theater, film and concerts. Chris and Hannie have put a lot of effort in making City Art Rotterdam a "Podium for picture and sound." Chris and Hannie have a long relationship with City Safari and fit perfectly into the vision of City Safari. Many interesting pitches in a city are often hidden or hard to find. They like to work with City Safari because the visitors always show all their curiousity and interest.
Ring the bell and take a seat at the table. Jamila has fled the Afghan war long ago with her family and has built up her new life ...Ring the bell and take a seat at the table. Jamila has fled the Afghan war long ago with her family and has built up her new life in the Netherlands. Meanwhile Jamila is not a refugee anymore, but a proud Dutch woman.
In Hare Krishna meditation mantras are used: it’s about transcendental sound vibrations who cause strong spiritual transformations...In Hare Krishna meditation mantras are used: it’s about transcendental sound vibrations who cause strong spiritual transformations. Mantra is a Sanskrit word which literally means' prayer that frees the mind". Mantras are used for thousands of years by seers and saints to reach deep levels of meditation and realization. A workshop of an hour to get acquainted with mantra meditation. After the explanation follows a joint meditation. The Krishna movement is a movement within Hinduism. Krishna is the central. Passing on the love of God is the highest goal. You just enjoy the experience and ask any questions you want, just not during your meditation.
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There are about twenty people employed by ‘Atelier Miss Janssen’. They all are mentally challenged or have a psychiatric disorder....There are about twenty people employed by ‘Atelier Miss Janssen’. They all are mentally challenged or have a psychiatric disorder. Twenty people with their own talent and their own personal style. Together with a designer and an artist they create unique products to be sold in the store in the front.
Maaszicht provides care, shelter and individual counseling to homeless boys and girls. Maaszicht is a form of sheltered housing wh...Maaszicht provides care, shelter and individual counseling to homeless boys and girls. Maaszicht is a form of sheltered housing where young people stay for a longer time. A mentor is working with the youngsters to solve their problems, and create a new future. After the 24-hour care there's the opportunity to an Assisted Living. The youngster can also transfer to longer-term care or start with a place of their own with, if necessary, a follow-up by an employee of Maaszicht.
Arabic Calligraphy is known with its twelve different writing styles as a very precise writing art. During these courses you will ...Arabic Calligraphy is known with its twelve different writing styles as a very precise writing art. During these courses you will have the chance to practice the basics of this art. We will start with the Arabic alphabet. The first lessons are aimed to make yourself comfortable with getting handy with the use of the bamboo pen what you will be using during the writing sessions. We will also inform you about the preparation of the calligraphy ink. Our main goal is to inform you as well as possible so you can practice pieces at home independently.