Delft MaMa's monthly newsletter

Learn more about Delft MaMa by visiting our website www.delftmama.nl and/or meeting our community members in some of our offline activities – night outs, playgroups, and special events.

Tip of the Week

Halloween is only at the end of the October, but why not to have Halloween-themed activities throughout the month? Here a few nice tips for you to enjoy the spooky season with your little ones:

Get spooked during a scary movie night with your favorite family Halloween movie. The options are limitless: witches, ghosts, monsters or other creeps...
This classic should not be missing. Hollow out a beautiful orange pumpkin and carve a funny face into it. View all pumpkin farms in the Kop van Noord-Holland!
Do you have a little LEGO master sitting at home? Then it's time for a LEGO Halloween challenge. Who will build the scariest haunted house?!
Now that it is getting dark earlier, you can go out for a dark walk after dinner. Don't forget to admire the Halloween decorations of other houses along the way. How many pumpkins can you spot?
Spend an evening watching the moon like a real werewolf. Tip: the next full moon starts on October 9.
Decorate the house and front yard with a Halloween theme. The scarier the better!
Greetings from the monster! Make scary Halloween cards with the kids and put them in your neighbours' mailbox.

Find more tips of fun, cheap Halloween activities with your children here, and enjoy!

Take a look at our collection of inspirations and daily-life tips here.

Read about how our mamas have adapted to life in The Netherlands in our latest posts, 5 Ways to Feel at Home in Delft and The Netherlands, by Rebecca Hazlett, and L iving in The Hague, by Jelena Braja.

New in Delft? Here is an overview of Parenting in Delft.

If you would like to contribute or share your story, please contact us!

Editor's Pick

After four years in the newsletter team, it is time for me to step down. A huge thank you to my amazing team mates for the wonderful time, dedicated work, and support in times of joy and difficulty. I will miss working with you!

Thank you also to the entire DMM team of volunteers who always welcome new people to our beloved Delft. It has been a great pleasure to volunteer with so many lovely people.

My best, Gabriela

COVID-19 Updates

Almost all restrictions have been lifted; however, coronavirus has not gone away. Visit the government website to know what COVID-19 rules are still applicable in the Netherlands.

Since September everyone aged 12 and older will have the opportunity to get another repeat of vaccination (second booster), which can be obtained from 3 months after the last jab or a previous infection. If you have questions about the vaccine, visit the RIVM website.

Are you planning to travel abroad? Check the applicable rules here.

We appreciate you sharing ideas for future activities. Please don't hesitate to contact us.
Thank you!

What: Parents Night Out!
When: TBD
Where: One of Delft's cafes
Details: Visit our Facebook page for information about the next Night Out.

What: Playgroup
When: October 7 and 21, 10:30 - 11:30
Where: Kindergarden, Vulcanusweg 267, Delft
Details: This is the place for you and your little ones to make new friends and find all sort of information you need. Stay tuned to the updates on our Facebook event page or email us at playgroup@delftmama.nl.

What: Delft MaMa Halloween Party
When: October 30, 14:00 - 16:00
Where: Kindergarden, Vulcanusweg 267, 2624 AV Delft
Details: You can expect spooky fun for the whole family. At the same time, Delft MaMa is celebrating its 15th anniversary! So, it's going to be one awesome party you won't want to miss! Please note that tickets will be limited, and the link to book will be released soon. Let us know if you are coming by responding to the event on Facebook.

Activities in Delft and Surroundings

What: Wildlife Film Festival Rotterdam
When: October 4 - 9
Where: Cinerama Filmtheater, Westblaak 18, 3012 KL Rotterdam
Details: The best and most impactful films about nature from the Netherlands and abroad. Also online from 5 to 30 October. Complete program and tickets here.

What: Buying a house webinars
When: October 6 and 27, 19:00 - 20:00
Where: online
Details: If you are thinking about buying a house in the Netherlands, this month IamExpat is hosting two webinars on the subject. Participation is free but registration is required. Further information and registration here for the 6th and here for the 27th.

What: Just Peace Month
When: until October 24
Where: Several places in The Hague
Details: A month-long programme featuring various public activities and events related to peace and justice topics. Check the agenda to learn more about each event.

What: Lamp workshop
When: Daily, until December 31, 13:00 - 16:00
Where: Kunstig Verlicht, Oosteinde 154, 2611 SR Delft
Details: Unleash your creativity to make your own table lamp. Fee: €65 including materials. Book your spot here.

What: Cinekid Festival
When: October 23 - 26
Where: Filmhuis Lumen, Doelenplein 5, 2611 BP Delft
Details: In Delft, you can enjoy the festival at Filmhuis Lumen. Program and tickets here. Information about the festival in other cities is available here.

What: De Betovering Festival
When: October 21 - 29
Where: Several locations in The Hague region
Details: Festival De Betovering is the international art festival for young people with spectacular performances and workshops at more than 55 locations in and outside The Hague. Full program and more information about location and tickets here.

What: Cultuurbarbaren
When: October 22 - 30
Where: Several locations in Delft
Details: This year's festival theme has a green twist and focuses on nature, climate, plants, and animals. Full program and tickets here.

What: Science Day
When: October 30, 11:00 - 17:00
Where: Science Centre, Van der Burghweg 1, 2628 CS Delft
Details: Workshops, demonstrations, tours, and other activities about technology and science. Registration is required, free of charge. Find the entire program here.

Fast Guide

Ongoing in Delft

Public places are open again. Check their website for new activities and updates:

Beyond Delft

Events in Den Haag, Rotterdam, and Family Outings in the Netherlands.

Volunteer with

Delft MaMa reaches out to the local international community and offers a helping hand to parents. We are looking for help with organising events and running Delft MaMa.
We would really appreciate your help and support! Contact us if you are interested.

Current positions:

Webmaster. The role is to make sites easy to use, attractive and secure, also to ensure the functionality and efficiency of web infrastructure.
HR Volunteer Coordinator. The main responsibility is to help maintain DMM's current volunteers and assist in attracting new talents needed to maintain and grow the organisation.
Newsletter Editor. Be part of the team that plans and creates written materials for the bi-weekly DMM Newsletter to be published on the website, social media, and sent out to DMM newsletter subscribers.

We also accept open applications if you have a good idea! Download the form here.

To our volunteers, their work for Delft MaMa means networking, fulfilling a dream or a goal, helping others, learning new things, having fun, being creative, and many more.

What are you waiting for? Join our team!

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We all work on a voluntary basis, but our activities cannot survive without funding.
Would you like to support us? Donations of any amount are highly appreciated!
We are using every penny (alright: cent) to the fullest, and pouring hours of work
into the ideal that Delft MaMa stands for.

Donate via bank transfer
Beneficiary: Delft MaMa – IBAN: NL63RABO 0135 88 85 49
Mention “Donation” and your name and email address in the description,
so that we can properly thank you!

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Greetings from the Newsletter Team - Gabriela, Hellen and Nessia

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