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Heemstede honors musical connector Joop van Goozen with Silver Merlet Pin

Heemstede honors musical connector Joop van Goozen with Silver Merlet Pin

Mayor Falgun Binnendijk awarded the Silver Merletspeld to Joop van Goozen last Sunday for his exceptional dedication to the cultural life of Heemstede. The distinction honors Van Goozen's many years of service as a musical connector within the community.

Based on reporting by haarlemsdagblad. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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