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Candlelight evenings at two cemeteries in Haarlem

The municipality of Haarlem is hosting two candlelit memorial evenings at Akendam and Kleverlaan cemeteries on October 26 and 28. These events allow visitors to commemorate their loved ones through music, shared memories, and the reading of names.

The municipality of Haarlem is organizing two candlelit memorial evenings in October to provide residents with a space to honor their deceased loved ones. The first event will take place on Monday, October 26, at the Akendam cemetery, followed by a second gathering on Wednesday, October 28, at the Kleverlaan cemetery park. Both events are scheduled to run from 19:00 to 21:00.

Attendees can expect an atmosphere of reflection, supported by ambient lighting, music, and words of comfort. During these memorial services, the names of loved ones can be read aloud. Those wishing to participate in the name reading must submit their requests upon arrival, with cut-off times set for 19:15 at Akendam and 19:30 at Kleverlaan. These evenings offer a communal opportunity for people to share memories and find support within the local community.

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