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21 May 2019

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Freelance & Travel | This is the Event you do not want to miss!

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Currently, there are almost 2 million freelancers in the Netherlands. This number is only rising and we understand why. Freelance means; having the freedom to do what you want to do, job wise. But it’s not always easy. Networking is key to finding new assignments and you have no colleagues. Which also means that you have to miss out on those fun after work drinks. Next month there is a network event for freelancers that we want you to hear about.

As a freelancer you often miss out on the fun office drinks

What is Qommunity?

Founded by friends and business partners Kiki Calis and Kim Trotz, Qommunity is for freelancers by freelancers. Kiki and Kim saw more and more freelancers having the need for contact with colleagues. As a freelancer you often miss out on the fun office drinks. That’s why they hosted their first gave a New Year’s reception in Q1. In Q4 of 2018, the Q team was strengthened and is busy setting up a platform together with the events where freelancers can really become Qollegas.

Kiki & Kim

Around one in five people will work on a freelance or project basis in 2020

The Event

Each new quarter, they host a new Qommunity event with a different theme. The next event is focussing on our favourite subject: Travel! So what to expect?

Travel journalist Liesbeth Rasker is talking about her life as a digital nomad. She gives tips & tricks and talks about her expertise as solo traveler
High Performance Strategist Jord Cuiper is here to teach us how important it is to recognise your boundaries and guard them well.
Drinks, bites, DJ
No awkward networking, but a fun and inspiring evening that will add to your freelance business life!

Q2: The Freelance Event

Happy networking!

Elke

01 Oct 2018

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Where to Party during ADE 2018

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Cloudy skies, colder days and stormy nights, October is here and summer is over. In Amsterdam you don’t hide under the covers. The biggest names in the dance and techno scene will cheer you up and make you dance during ADE 2018. Yes, get out of bed, the Amsterdam Dance Event is here soon! Don’t wait around until the good parties are all sold out. (or try your luck at Ticketswap) These are some hot events that might warm you up in the cold days of October;

DAYBREAKER JUNGLE PARTY – 17 October 2018
Why wait for the night when you can already start your day dancing your butt off? This early dance event will give you a chance to party before work. There’s no need for alcoholic drinks or heavy drugs, use the first rays of sunshine to feel alive and dance with each other. The uplifting beats and breakfast snacks will help you find all the energy you need for the rest of the day. Oh, and don’t forget to bring your animal pyjama onesie.
WesterUnie | Klönneplein 4-6 | 06:30 – 08:30 | €23,85 | More info

PAUL KALKBRENNER – 17 October 2018
Start your ADE adventure with the king of techno, Paul Kalkbrenner. Of course the roots of this man lie in the German city Berlin. One of his biggest singles is ‘Sky and Sand’. He will bring you the live act you need to kick-start your ADE nights in Amsterdam. He will be supported by Extrawelt and Baile and the “concert” will last for about 3 hours so you will be home before bedtime ;-).
Scheepsbouwloods | Tt. Neveritaweg 15 | 20:00 – 23:00 | Prices around €40,- More info

ADE 2018 is everywhere

LIQUID NIGHTS – 17 October 2018
Earlier this year Liquid State was established. They focus on the electronic and EDM music in Asia and now they’ll bring their game to Amsterdam. Alan Walker (with his big hit ‘Faded’), Seungri (big pop star in South Korea), Corsak (electronic rising star) and Partysquad (big career in The Netherlands) will bring you a Wednesday night to remember.
Jimmy Woo | Korte Leidsedwarsstraat 18 | 23:00 – 05:00 | Price: €16,- More info

ADE SHOWCASE BY TOP NOTCH, NOAH’S ARK, DAPPER & UNIVERSAL MUSIC – 18 October 2018
This one is for free! The only thing you need to bring are some good vibes, otherwise you’ll not be welcome here. Last year this party was a success, that’s why it’s back again. Spend the money you save on delicious bites. Enjoy beside the DJ sets (which you’ll get enough at ADE) some live music.
Waterkant | Marnixstraat 246 | 22:00 – 01:00 | Free entrance | More info

SPINNIN’ DEEP – 18 October 2018
This club has an international look and feel. AIR stands for a lot of things besides bringing you the best DJ’s. They want you to feel free, offer diversity and bring creativity in the electronic music programs. Spinnin’ Deep sees this as the perfect spot to host one of the ADE nights here. Dance the night away with EDX, Mike Mago, Watermät, Zonderling, a mystery guest and more…
AIR | Amstelstraat 16 | 22:00 – 05:00 | Price: €19,- | More info

TNT ADE SPECIAL – 19 October 2018
Old school, classics, 90s & 00s and house. In the Hotel Amsterdam Arena you can show your best moves on the greatest hits during ADE. Dancing and grooving guaranteed! TNT is the most popular 90s & 00s dance event in The Netherlands.
Hotel Arena | ‘s-Gravesandestraat 55 | 23:00 – 05:30 | Prices around €25,- | More Info

KOMM SCHON ALTER ADE 24+ – 19 October
Not feeling the very young crowds? Komm Schön Alter is perfect for you! You are only allowed in if you are over 24 years old, which makes the vibe pretty damn good. On Friday you can dance to Einmusik & friends, Miss Melera, Kiasmos, Locked Groove, Extrawelt and many more. Tickets are still available!!
TEATS |Hemkade 18, Zaandam | More Info

DARKLIGHT SESSIONS – 19 October 2018
Remember ‘Put your hands up 4 Detroit’? Fedde le Grand is back in Amsterdam this ADE after traveling around the globe. The Dutch DJ proved his worth many times and now it’s time for some Darklight insanity in Escape. This club is one of the biggest and most popular in Amsterdam since 1986. You’re more than welcome here in the heart of Amsterdam to enjoy some real Dutch nightlife.
Escape Club | Rembrandtplein 11 | 3:00 – 05:00 | Price: €25,- | More info

AWAKENINGS X JORIS VOORN & FRIENDS – 20 October 2018
If you dance the night away, you’re tough enough face the morning after. As they might say, the best remedy to a hangover is to keep on drinking. This event takes place during the day and will give you the change to dance nonstop for the whole weekend. Awakenings is the collective noun of techno events organise since 1997. At ADE you’ll find Joris Voorn and his friends here.
Gashouder | Klönneplein 1 | 12:00 – 22:00| Prices around €60,- | More info

Are you ready for ADE 2018?

HED KANDI – 20 October 2018
Ever partied on a boat? The great Supperclub Cruise will be waiting for you behind Amsterdam Central Station to provide you with some fine tunes on deck. Hedkandi is known for spectacular nights with live acts and some good quality house music. Don’t miss the boat and be on time before it sails away at 24:00.
Supperclub | CruisePier 14, de Ruyterkade 14 | 22:00 – 05:00 | Prices around €30,- | More info

ADE CLOSING – FILTH ON ACID PRESENTS REINIER ZONNEVELD & FRIENDS – 21 October 2018
De Marktkantine in Amsterdam is already one of the clubbing hotspots in Amsterdam. So of course, they had to bring the big guns during ADE. You can spend all the five ADE nights here if you want. We recommend you to end your festive October here on Sunday, with Reinier Zonneveld & friends. He’ll transport the entire contents of his studio to De Marktkantine to keep you dancing after all the other parties you’ve been in the days before.
De Marktkantine | Jan van Galenstraat 6 | 22:00 – 06:00 | Prices around €20,- (21+) | More info

Have fun during ADE 2018 and tell us where you are going!

Love,

Larissa

*Larissa is one of our guest editors from The Netherlands. She is only 21 years old, and just graduated, but already runs the two lifestyle magazines BLVD and MisterDaily for two years. Her dream is to write a book one day, but now she’s focussing on her writing and content creation for brands and magazines among which Wander-Lust. Follow her on Instagram!

28 Sep 2018

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Blijburg aan Zee is closing, and they’re going out with a bang this weekend!

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Blijburg aan Zee, the creative hub and restaurant, is closing, for good. But they are not leaving without a bang. This weekend, you can celebrate 15 years of Blijburg, divided over 3 days.

Due to the new housing and construction plans, they decided it was time to close their doors. It’s a shame, because they renovated only three years ago. The construction wasn’t planned for years to come, but came much faster than expected. The construction around the beach area will be so severe, that it would be catastrophic for Blijburg aan Zee, so it was decided to leave on a high.

La Grande Finale
The closing party will start this Friday and will end on Sunday night at 4am. There are camping tickets available for those who want to stay the night. (which is probably a good idea!) This is what you can expect:

On Friday night there will be a special something for those who have bought a camping ticket.

On Saturday the party starts at noon with artists and DJ’s such as Jett Rebel, DeWolff, Spaceandtime, Franca, Kareem Raïhani, Pitto, mps Pilot, Isis & Mozes, El Natty, Arjuna Schiks, and many more. You can participate in a punk yoga session at 4.30pm and there will be a farewell ceremony at midnight. The party then continues until 6am(!) with Awanto 3, Tenzers, TITIA, Steven de Peven b2b Tienson, Cobra 6 Soundsystem and Fowls.

Do you have kid(s)? Bring them on Sunday! There will be a kiddies disco, several crafts and play area’s. Kids cost €4,50,- up to twelve years old. Tickets for the event are available here.

Good news because we have 2 tickets to give-away! Tell us why you loved Blijburg aan Zee so much in the comments! The winner (of 2 tickets) will be announced on Friday night! For more info about the event, check the Facebook Event Page.

Blijburg aan Zee
Pampuslaan 501, Amsterdam, Netherlands
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30 Aug 2018

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Amsterdam Event Calendar for September 2018

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It’s been a while since we’ve published our Amsterdam Event Calendar. We had a little summer break, but now we’re back to tell you what’s going on in Amsterdam this September!

Sunday Market
When? 2nd of September from 12pm, Westergas Terrein
The Sunday Market that we love so much! Together with MijnWijnPlein & TheTasteOfCroatia we will offer you a special opportunity to taste & buy the top selection of Croatian & French wines (and of course olive oils). If you are in Amsterdam or around, don’t miss this! From 12pm till 6pm.

Street Food Festvial
When? 1st & 2nd of September, DOK Amsterdam
A real open-air #StreetFood paradise for all of you. Expect a varied range of foodtrucks with a variety of dishes such as pokebowls, Surinams, vegetarian, organic pizza’s, royale BBQ and much much more…Lounge, soul and dance music from DJs and karaoke will create a great summer atmosphere. So get ready for some serious deliciousness and hell of a party!

Rooftop Summer Nights
When? 1st & 13th of September, Staalmeesterslaan 410
It’s time again to watch movies, sip cocktails and take in a gorgeous sunset at summer’s hottest outdoor film series. Turn off Netflix and take movie nights outside this summer, Rooftop Movie Night is back with a bang! Breathtaking views of Amsterdam, food & beverage service during the movie, comfy beanbags by Terapy and of course the best movies! Ticket and info here.

The Conscious Club x The Hortus ๑ Summer Sessions
When? 5th, 11th, 18th & 25th of September
We’re excited to share that The Conscious Club and Hortus Botanicus Amsterdam bundled forces to create a beautiful and exclusive program for body, mind and spirit in the Palm House! There are 4 events in september and vary between ∞ Sound Journey ∞ Deep Guided Meditation ∞ Breath of Life ∞ Yin Yoga.

Noorderpark Festival
When? 9th September, Noorderpark
This cultural festival is for everyone and the entrance is free! There will be a circus, theater, a kids activity corner, music, workshops by and for the people & organisations from Amsterdam North. The event starts at 10:30am.

Elrow Festival
When? 8th of September, NDSM Werf
Inflatables animals, funky gifts and colourful objects were passed around the crowd. People on stealths, carrying water pistols, and confetti canons that fire off stage. This was probably one of the best parties I’ve been to. Good news, because Elrow Town is finally coming to Amsterdam on the 8th of September! Tickets are currently sold out but keep an eye on this website to score a last minute ticket.

Source: The Nachtshaduw

Films With A View at Pllek
When? 11th of September (only with nice weather) 21:30 – 00:00
Films with a View Sunscreenings at Pllek beach. It’s on every Tuesday evening up to the end of September, but only with nice weather, so keep an eye out on the event page. You can pre-book your headphones and pay 5 euro when you arrive. On the 11th of September they will be showing the Floriday Project.

The Rooftop Jazz Club
When? 15th of Sept, ZOKU
It’s pretty simple: Jazz is just better with a view! You take the elevator to the sixth floor and you enter one of the most photographed entrances in all of Amsterdam where on all sides you get an incredible view of the city. We will greet you at the back “stage” where you can get some drinks and enjoy the view over Amsterdam (we will be indoors*). You will then get to experience performances by some of Amsterdam’s finest up & coming musicians. After the show stick around for some drinks and hang with the artists. Tickets are available for €15,- here.

Vondel Disco #20 BDay Bash
When? 15th of September, De Tropen
Celebrating the end of the season, 6 years of Vondel Disco (but pretending it’s the 20th), this party is going to be big. There will be a DJ battle, cocktails, glitterdisco, confetti for life and of course the best tunes. Put on your disco shoes and don’t miss this one!

Umami Park Asian Food Festival
When? 22nd & 23rd of September, Umami
The Japanese food culture will stand central this year, but you can find many other Asian influences here. The location is next to the Oosterpark, so please also bring your kids and dogs! More info here.

Festival Wynwood
When? 29th of September, Thuishaven
Kris Kross Amsterdam, Rewind, Super Social, Chicago Vice & Models At Work join forces and will host this festival full with music, food and street art.It’s probably the last festival of the season, so if you want to dance to hiphop, 90’s and dance music, buy your tickets (€30,-) in advance! Tickets

Amsterdam Wine Festival
When? 28th – 30st of September
During the weekend of 28, 29 and 30 September the harvest festival of the Northern Hemisphere is celebrated at the Westergasfabriek in Amsterdam. Whether you are a beginner or a real wine connoisseur, Amsterdam Wine Festival is a day out for everyone who loves wine. So enjoy all the beauty that the Northern Hemisphere has to offer! www.amsterdamwinefestival.nl

Ruigmarkt
When? 28th – 30st of September, Ruigoord
Funny enough we found out about these hippie market only a few months ago. It’s located in the created village of Ruigoort, where artist and hippies live. During the market (which is free of charge), you can enjoy market stalls, music, food trucks, drinks and workshops. It’s a different world full of spirituality and free spirits. Well worth your visit! Facebook Event

Have a great September!

Love,

Wander-Lust

15 Jun 2018

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Sissy-Boy is hosting a Summer Night Market in Amsterdam!

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We love the Sissy-Boy Christmas and Spring Market, so when we heard the news that one of our favorite concept stores is hosting a night market, we just had to tell you about it!

It’s going to be the ultimate Sissy-Boy evening because the location of the market will be at the Sissy-Boy headquaters in Amsterdan North.The summer Night Market will be located beside the Amsterdam waters, Het IJ. Summer Night Market is aan het zonnige IJ, waar de Sissy-Boy Daily en Hangar zorgen voor drinks en bites.

So What to Expect?
Well, discounts! And many! From fashion to furniture, it’s all there. The velvet schel or egg chair in your home for only a small price? Yep, on this night it’s possible. You can also find many fashion and home accessories and items to pimp your bedroom with. Drinks and bites will be served by the Sissy-Boy Daily and Hangar.

Entrance is completely free but you need to order your tickets in order to gain access. The Sissy-Boy Summer Night Market works in different time shifts so items can be re-stocked.

See you there?

Sissy-Boy Night Market
Aambeeldstraat 34, Amsterdam North
When? 28th of June 2018
Time: 17.00 – 22.00
Free Tickets

18 Jan 2018

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Elrow Town is coming to Amsterdam!

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It was about 5 years ago when I experienced my first Elrow party. It was in the city where it all started, Barcelona. At a square, surrounded by houses and walls, there was a stage where the biggest techno DJ’s played the craziest sets. Inflatables, gifts and colourful objects were passed around the crowd. People on stealths, carrying water pistols, and sexy girls dancing on stage. This was probably one of the best parties I’ve been to.

Good news, because Elrow Town is finally coming to Amsterdam!

© Photography by Khris Cowley

It’s the third city where Elrow Town will be celebrated and you can expect all the craziness that I just mentioned. It’s happening on the 8th of September and will be held at the industrial NDSM Werf in Amsterdam North. What the theme will be this year is still a secret but it will be announced later this year. Keep an eye out on their website.

Pre-sale tickets are going on sale from the 29th of January!

Love,

Wander-Lust

12 Jul 2017

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Het Amsterdamse Terrassen Festival is coming!

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If you know one thing about Amsterdam, it’s that people love to sit outside whenever they can. When the first rays of sunlight appear, you will see outside terraces in each part of the city. To celebrate the end of an already fantastic terrace season, several cafe’s and restaurants are joining forces and will transform into the largest outside terrace at the Amsterdam Terrace Festival! (Amsterdamse Terrassen Festival)

From East to West and North to South, you can expect them all!

On the 1st, 2nd and 3rd of September you will be able to find around 20 different cafe’s and restaurants at the festival, all with their own specialty and allure. It’s being organised by the same people behind popular party starters Het Amsterdams Verbond and Bevrijdingsfestival so these guys know what to do to create a successful festival with all elements. Some of the participants are ROEST, Brandstof, Terpentijn X JAJEM, ‘T Blauwe Theehuis and Het Paardje. From East to West and North to South, you can expect them all! Some of them will host a bar whilst others highlight their food.

Besides the drinks and food, there will also be some entertainment such as Karaoke from Duke of Tokyo, Silent Disco by Vondel Disco and DJ’s. There will be an ongoing competition where they can win the titel for best terrace, best bar host (men and female) and best served beer. (very important of course ;-))

Oh and one more thing, the entrance is totally free! Who will join us in September?? (and celebrate Elke’s birthday :-))

Het Amsterdamse Terrassen Festival
1 – 3 September in Oosterpark
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Love,

Wander-Lust

30 Sep 2016

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Amsterdam Event Calendar for October

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Leaves are starting to fall to the ground but Amsterdam is still shining as always! As the temperatures beginning to lower down, it’s time to grab those jackets out of the closet and head over to these cool events this October!

90 years of Marilyn Monroe
When? until the 5th of Feb, De Nieuwe Kerk
What? Celebrating the iconic style icon
In the year that she would have turned 90 years old, the Nieuwe Kerk (New Church on the Dam Square) is showcasing photographs and items from her house in this exhibition. Items include accessories, clothes and other personal belongings. Website

90 years of Marilyn

Klik! Amsterdam Animation Festival
When? 25th – 30th of Oct, EYE
What? Everything to do with animation
Celebrating it’s 9th edition, the Klik! Animation Festival is a 6 day treat for animation lovers. You can follow workshops, see movies, masterclasses and 2 premieres with a party to end the festival. More info here: www.klik.amsterdam

Green Up Your Life & National Geograhic Channel present: Before The Flood Screening
When? 26th of Oct, Chicago Social Club
What? Exclusive screening of the documentaire Before The Flood
Elke and Emanuelle Vos are organizing this event in collaboration with the National Geographic Channel. The documentary will be aired on Television on the 30th of October so this screening is the exclusive premiere. Directed by Fisher Stevens, Produced by Leonardo Dicaprio and Executive Produced by Martin Scorsese. Before The Flood is the most important film you will see this year.

A Mokum Halloween story
When? 29th of Oct, Elementenstraat Amsterdam 9pm – 5am
What? Halloween party
Fat Kids Cake, Absolut & Levi’s bring you to a classic horror flicks from the ’80s; the golden age of horror on Elementenstreet!
You will find three floors each representing a classic ’80s horror theme:
1. For Urban / Eclectic / Party lovers
Massacre at Prom Night, Class of ’89 Elementenstreet High
Urban / Eclectic / Party
2: For House / Disco lovers
Absolut presents: Close Encounters of the Stranger Things
3: For ’90s / Classics / Anything goes lovers
Stomping Ground of the Louisiana Lagoon Bog Beast
Dresscode?
Anything Halloween goes. ’80s inspired outfits are a bonus.
Informatie & tickets here

24H Noord
When? 29th of Oct, Amsterdam North 6am – 6pm
What? Discover North Amsterdam in 24 Hours
24H Amsterdam is an opportunity to experience the city in new ways. In 24 hours, you have the time to discover the best of Amsterdam North this month. Clubs, restaurant, shops and other venues are grabbing their chance to show their best bits on the 29th of October. Website

IJhallen Market
When? 29th – 30st of Oct, IJhallen North Amsterdam
What? Amsterdam biggest fleamarket
Find old furniture, clothes, antiques and other quircky finds. The market is inside and starts at 9am until 16.30. Our advice is to be quick because they won’t keep the best till last here! The next market will be in the last weekend of October. www.ijhallen.nl

Love,

Wander-Lust

*This calendar will be updated throughout the month

03 Jun 2016

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Amsterdam Event Calendar for June

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Hey June! Are you going to give Amsterdam some sunshine or what?! Never mind the weather, we have a lot of events this month to concentrate on. Let’s see what’s on and where we think you should go this month.

Taste of Amsterdam
When? 2nd – 5th of June, Amstelpark
What? Quality food festival
Meet chefs, get a cooking workshop, eat the best oysters and enjoy a feast of quality food all into one place. Taste of Amsterdam is back this year and never fails to impress. Tickets are €12,- and kids until the age of 16 are free. For opening times and more info check: tasteofamsterdam.com

Amsterdam Kookt (Amsterdam Cooks)
When? 2nd – 5th of June , Oosterpark
What? Foodfestival and music, free entree!
Yes, more food this weekend. Amsterdam Kookt was held in the Olympisch stadion last year but has now moved to the Oosterpark which is much nicer in our opinion. Foodtrucks, pop-up restaurants, music performances and more. Check out the Hotel Arena pop-up restaurant which will give you a taste of what’s about to come at the end of summer when the real restaurant opens. No tickets needed, the festival is free! www.amsterdamkookt.nl

Summer Nights in Artis
When? June – July – Aug, Artis Zoo
What? Saturday evenings in the Zoo until the sun goes down, free entree!
Artis Zoo let’s people enjoy Saturday evening until the sun goes down by opening up their doors to the public for free. There will be performances, music, storytellers and you can learn about the animals and their nightly activities. Check the website for more info

Zoo nights in Artis

Benches collective
When? 5th of June, worldwide!
What? The largest open-air cafe in the world
If you have a bench infront of your house or garden, make it public for a day and offer appel pie, coffee, sing a song or chat to one another this Sunday. If you prefer not to host a bench, you can enjoy visiting other benches in the neighborhood. The owners of the (adopted) benches choose what time they open and what they want to offer. (this could be a dancing lesson for example) Will you miss this months event? No need to worry as they will host another one in September to close off the season. Find out where the participating benches are on the website www.bankjescollectief.nl/en

Source: popupcity.net

Het Hoofdgerecht (The Main Course)
When? 9th – 12th of June, Het Stenen Hoofd
What? Food, beer, music, acts and free entree! Facebook
They celebrate their 5th edition so expect a lot of food and games! Music, magicians, carousels, live table football and more craziness.

Bachus Wine Festival
When? 9th – 12th of June and 17th – 19th of June, Amsterdamse Bos
What? Wine and more
If you love wine, you have to be here. Fine wine, easy to drink wine, all sorts of wine at this festival! There will be music from bands and cool DJ’s such as Emanuelle Vos (hot!), SHMLS, Elias Mazian and many more. And a plus: entree is totally free this year! www.bacchuswijnfestival.nl

Roest big birthday party
When? 17th of June, Roest (Amsterdam East) 2pm – 5am
What? Celebrating 5 years of Roest
It’s been 5 years since Roest started hosting Sunday markets, music performances, clubnights and their infamous Sunday Roasts. Time for a party! There will be a line up of DJ’s that have played at Roest many times and the party will last until 5am! www.amsterdamroest.stager.nl

The Art of Banksy
When? 18th of June until 30th of Sept, Beurs van Berlage
What? Work from the legendary street artist Banksy
There will be around 85 art pieces on display at this exposition of street artist Banksy. You can see canvas, paintings, sculptures and installations. Get your tickets here. www.theartofbanksy.amsterdam

Banksy; Addressing daily issues

Mid Summer Night at Pllek
When? 21st of June, Amsterdam North
What? Celebrating the longest summer day and night
Pllek in North Amsterdam will host a special mid summer night dinner for 200 guest and you can be one of them! The fun starts at 6.30pm and you need to get a ticket to get in. They invite free spirits, joyfull and openhearted people to celebrate this special evening along with a campfire to close the night. Tickets are available here and include dinner.

Pop-Up Picknick at the Park
When? 23rd of June, Amsterdam Vondelpark
What? The ultimate picknick in the park!
2 foodbloggers (Amsterspots & Culi-Amsterdam) that organize a picknick in Amsterdam has to be good news! All you need to do is to get yourself a picknick basket for 49,95 euro’s for 2 people. Pick your basket up at the Vondelpark where everybody will be to join the fun. If the weather fails they have a plan B so don’t you worry! Meet new people and enjoy food from salads, Paella, Sushi, Snacks, goodies, royal sandwiches and more. For tickets go here

Love,

Wander-Lust

*This calendar will be updated regularly so keep an eye out!

19 Feb 2016

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Green Up Your Life. The report

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What started as an idea, grew out to be something quite big.
I’ve always been a “green girl”. From a young age, I’ve always had an intense love for the world and the animals living in it.
I guess this is why I love traveling so much. Seeing the beauty of this world. But when you’re young you only see the good stuff. As I grew to an adult, I also learned that we, humans, have done a lot of damage that we must fix if we want to keep the earth the way we found her.

I needed to do something

Why do something?
After seeing a few documentaries like Cowspiracy a few months back and watching the news about hurricanes, earthquakes, animal extinction and extreme drought, I wanted to to something. I wanted to inspire people and make them more aware of what was going on.
If we continue to consume animal products the way we are now, we are doomed. We are currently living on this earth with a crazy amount of 7.125 billion people. This number is rapidly growing and as you know people are getting older. All those people want food but unfortunately, 870 million people are starving. Is it because we don’t have enough food? Hell no. We have plenty. We grow more and more every day. But we’ve decided to give our grains to livestock so we (I’m talking globally) can eat cheap burgers. It just doesn’t make any sense right?
I knew I couldn’t do this alone so I was lucky to find my fellow earthling and asked Emanuelle Vos to join forces with me.
After a few weeks of brainstorming, we picked an amazing location across from the Amsterdam Zoo called the Freedom Lab Campus and decided on a name. Green Up Your Life was born!

Earthlings

Screening
Because we wanted to inspire people, we decided to host a screening. We watched lot’s of documentaries and with the help of our friend Daan van Citters, we created a short film of 20 minutes that clearly explained what is going on. We started off light and funny with comedian Arjen Lubach so the subject wouldn’t be too heavy. Followed by a more serious message and finally we ended our film with an impressive music video from the documentary film “Racing Extinction“.

Serious faces

Speech, Speech, Speech!

Guest speakers
We invited two guest speakers to talk about sustainability and a plant-based diet. Our first speaker was Lisa Steltenpool, the writer of The Vega Revolution and Kickstart. She knows all about a plant-based diet and how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. She spoke about how becoming vegan has helped her physically and all the other benefits that come along with this lifestyle.
After Lisa, we asked Kiki Calis, head of production at DGTL Festival, to take the stage.
She told us about how DGTL is becoming more and more sustainable by recycling plastic, using re-usable cups and talked about the new announcement of becoming a meat-free festival! Yes, that’s a big deal. From now on, they will only serve vegetarian meals at DGTL Festival. This includes crew and artist. I love it!
It takes about 1550 liters of water to serve one beef burger. By making this change, DGTL will save up to 14 million liters of water. (yes really).
Watch their video about going veggie here:

The Event
We wanted to make this event as easy going and cool as possible. Vegan’s are often portrait as unhealthy, pale and boring people and we wanted to change that perspective! We collaborated with a couple of really cool brands that supported our idea.
The YAY Healthstore catered the most amazing food (all vegan of course) while the Juicebrothers took care of the soup and healthy juices.
Jajem and Cawston Press took care of the stronger drinks, while guests enjoyed a live cooking presentation of Hendrawanto and Lisa Steltenpool using ingredients from the Vegetarische Slager. An event isn’t complete without something sweet so Professor Grunschnabel hosted a small vegan ice-cream stand (with the most amazing flavors!) and Mumu Vitamin Chocolates handmade 70 organic bonbons for us.
People’s Avenue showcased their sustainable and organic clothing and people had fun in the specially pimped photobooth by Boooth. (see picture)
No good event is complete without a nice goodiebag! Vita Coco, Unlimited Health, Glamour Magazine (who have recently announced that they will be more sustainable), YAY Healthstore, Prof. Grunschnabel, Mooi anders florist all contributed but the biggest goodie was from DGTL Festival! There was a green envelope hidden in 2 goodiebags and if you were the lucky finder, you got yourself a weekender for the festival on Easter Weekend!

“Green up your Life doesn’t want to force you in becoming a vegan, we started this to raise awareness. Then people can decide what they want.”

I’ve got 99 problems and protein ain’t one..

Fresh (vegan) food of Yay Health

Delicious juices of the one and only Juice Brothers

Inspirational presentation of nutrition expert and author Lisa Steltenpool

During Green Up Your Life, we wanted to use the space as much as possible by writing some documentary tips on the whiteboards and letting our guests write their comments on the post-it’s provided. We were overwhelmed by the positive reactions as we also invited people who are massive meat lovers.
Some guest even became vegetarian or decided to have a meat and fish free month after last night!

Writing down positive messages on the wall

Wander-Lust with the boys of Notre Vue

Goodies!

It’s a first step in the right direction and I’m not sure where this new journey will take me but I always knew I would do something with this subject.
We need more pioneers and someone in the government to say; we need to change our ways. I hope this event inspired enough people to do just that.

To see the video that we played during the event, check here.

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Love,

Elke

Photo’s by Kirsten van Santen