The city of Haarlem is inviting residents to vote for the name of a new multifunctional gymnastics hall being built on Pim Mulierlaan. Residents can choose from a shortlist of five names until January 28, 2026, with the winning selection to be announced on February 11. The new facility will serve as a professional training hub for local sports clubs and students from the Mendelcollege.
Primary school De Evenaar in Heemstede is exploring a merger with neighboring school De Ark due to declining student numbers. Director Domien Geluk stated that remaining independent is no longer a realistic option for providing sustainable, high-quality education. The schools will investigate the details of the potential collaboration over the coming year.
The Spaarnediners and Stichting Samen initiatives have been awarded the Participation Prizes for their work in fostering social connection through communal meals. The winners highlighted how shared dining experiences help bridge cultural gaps and build community ties within Haarlem.
The Pieter Vermeulen Museum will open its doors at a new location on Doorneberglaan in IJmuiden next Wednesday. This opening marks the conclusion of a years-long search for a suitable permanent home for the nature museum.