Dorien Keus, a 43-year-old from Amstelveen, will be installed as the new pastor for the Protestant Congregation of Beverwijk-Wijk aan Zee this Sunday. This marks her first time serving in the ministry, with the ceremony taking place in the Grote Kerk while the building undergoes renovations.
Elly Entius and her choir are preparing a musical performance to celebrate the 150th anniversary of IJmuiden. The group will focus on the period between 1876 and 1906 as part of a historical journey through the town's history. Despite recent health challenges, the nearly 80-year-old Entius remains dedicated to the commemorative project.
Pulmonologist Sander de Hosson is advocating for more open and honest conversations about death with both children and adults. In an interview with Mezza magazine, he argues that avoidant metaphors can be confusing for children and emphasizes the importance of reintegrating the reality of dying into daily life.
The 'Vloed' festival in Zandvoort is attracting numerous visitors with various activities, including orchestral performances and children's entertainment, running through Saturday. Local residents and businesses welcome the increased activity and tourism the event brings to the village.
Bunkerdag will take place on Saturday, May 30th, featuring the opening of two bunkers in IJmuiden to the public. Visitors can explore these historical sites between 10:00 AM and 5:00 PM during the event.
Despite a lack of interest from Dutch television viewers and an official boycott of the Eurovision Song Contest, many fans from the Netherlands have traveled to Vienna for the event. NU.nl interviewed these attendees to understand their motivation for supporting the competition in person despite the national stance.