The North Holland Archive in Haarlem is hosting an exhibition titled 'Vrouwen in verzet' to honor nearly 1,700 women who participated in the Dutch resistance during World War II. The exhibit aims to provide recognition for their vital roles by sharing their names and personal stories with the public.
A guided historical tour of the village of Oud-Velsen, located along the North Sea Canal, will take place on July 12. The event is scheduled to begin at 1:30 PM.
Rianne van Baarsen-Welboren, a frequent visitor to the beach in Wijk aan Zee, has compiled a list of ten unwritten etiquette rules for beachgoers. Her guidelines address common behaviors such as claiming spots with towels, reflecting the increasing crowds observed at the coast.
The urban festival Vunzige Deuntjes successfully held its first independent edition in the Amsterdamse Bos after the organization bought itself back from parent company Superstruct. Despite uncertainty and potential cancellation, the festival moved forward with the help of volunteers and partners to ensure its survival.
Researchers from the University of Amsterdam observed that reducing fallow deer grazing in the Amsterdamse Waterleidingduinen has allowed rare plant species to reappear. The study highlights that species like soapwort are returning, which in turn supports rare insects such as the silene moth.