haarlemSep 22, 2026, 12:00

New ideas for Haarlem during the Initiative Café

Haarlem will host an Initiative Café on October 6, 2026, where residents can present community improvement projects to a jury and receive feedback from fellow citizens. The event serves as a platform to foster collaboration, with successful past initiatives including elderly care projects and local event planning.

The city of Haarlem is set to host a new edition of the Initiative Café on October 6, 2026, at De Oerkap. This community-focused event encourages residents to present projects aimed at making the city more sustainable, social, and attractive. Attendees are invited to offer their own expertise and feedback to help participants refine their proposals, with a jury panel selecting the best initiative for a cash prize to support further development. The jury includes Alderman Bas van Leeuwen, Jorien Stoop, Adriaan Everaars, and Winston Brandon.

Past editions of the event have already seen successful outcomes, such as the interactive video project Samen Terugblikken for elderly residents and the Haunted Transue Hotel, a local haunted house experience launching in late October. Those with fresh ideas for the community are encouraged to utilize HaarlemLink, the official municipal platform for local initiatives, to gather support and access educational resources. The event begins with presentations at 5:00 PM, followed by a networking session.

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

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