Agenda for Amsterdam July 29 - August 2

This weekend is guaranteed a success, as no matter where you travel in het Centrum you will be certain to find a party in celebration of Amsterdam Gay Pride!  This event deserves much more than just one small mention in this post, first and foremost because it is fabulous and second because there are literally hundreds of events going on that I couldn't possibly list them all here. Even if you don't want to be apart of the dancing or partying that Gay Pride has to offer there are lots of other events such as the open air film at the Nieuwmarkt or the Men's choir both on Thursday, plus there are over 15 galleries opening their doors with special exhibitions, and Artis is even getting in on the fun with a special showing of the zoo's gay couples.  

If Gay Pride doesn't tickle your fancy:), then check out the opening weekend of the traveling theater and music event the Parade at Martin Luther King Park.  With packed line-ups 'til the middle of August.  If you are still looking for stuff to do check out the previous post about what to do in Amsterdam zonder agenda (without an agenda).

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Entire long weekend

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Amsterdam Gay Pride @ various locations, everyday 'til Sunday, various prices and times, check out official agenda.

The opening party begins Thursday at the Homomonument at 18.00 – 01.00 with bands, speeches, and djs. Some street parties begin Thursday all over the City; but the majority of them really kick off on Friday from 18.00 on @ Reguliersdwarsstraat, Zeedijk, and Utrechtsestraat. Friday at the Homomonument is the “Drag Queen Olympics” at 19.00. And Saturday is the wonderful, the fabulous, the famous Gay Pride boat parade (the route).

Lots of things to do, and after looking over the agendas I could not possibly list everything here!:)  Instead I recommend that you take to the streets and enjoy Gay Pride! And check out the official agenda for more detailed info.

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Rainbow tour: animals do it too @ Artis, everyday during Gay Pride, 13.00 – 14.30, unknown price.

A special tour displaying homosexuality, transgender, and sexual changes in the animal kingdom.

Why go? Check out Amsterdam's the famous gay penguin couple

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De Parade @ Martin Luther Park, July 31 – August 16th, everyday 15.00 – 01.00 ('til 02.00 on Fridays and Saturdays) , €7/ticket, kids under 12 FREE.

De Parade is a two month mobile theater and music festival that tours the Netherlands stopping in the four largest cities in the Randstad. A huge, packed line-up of events, check out daily program.

Why go? Certain to find a little something for everyone, especially during these lazy days of summer when lots of other doors are closed!- the Parade is open!

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Down Under film and activities @ Filmtheather, Prinsengracht 452, various times, prices and activities until August 16, special events for kids.

Australian and New Zealand films (events every weekend, but films through the week). This week: Wednesday is the last showing of “Shine” (an Academy and Golden Globe winner for best male lead actor in 2008) at 19.00, Thursday – the following Wednesday the showing of the Aussie film “Ten Canoes” (winner of Cannes Jury Prize). Also on Saturday learn the Melbourne Shuffle dance through demonstration and workshops at 19.00 and then enjoy the film.

Sunday for kids starting at 11.45 is a Kiwi Kangaroo Kinder(kids)quiz, test your knowledge about Australia and New Zealand and have a chance to be crowned the kangaroo queen. Following the quiz is the film “De reddertjes in Kangoeroeland” (only Dutch audio). At 15.00 on Sunday is Autismevriendelijke voorstelling (Autism friendly showing) of the film.

Why go? soak up a little Aussie history through film.

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Comedy Train International Summer Festival @ Toomler (near the Hilton) Wednesday- Saturday. €12.50- €16.00, 20.30, all shows in English.

Two North American comedians Sean Collins and Jamie Kilstein, perform in two separate sets, each lasting 45 minutes in total.


Why go? get your dose of comedy on a rainy night

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Just during the weekend

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Kwakoe @ Bijlmerpark, Zuid-Oost (metro stop Arena, then a short walk to the park), FREE, continues every weekend until the end of August, not specific activities for kids although a very colorful, musical, delicious place to visit. See previous post for more details.

Why go? This is a must do & you have a few weekends to figure out how to fit this festival, but really it should only take a sunny day to convince you to drop everything and head to Zuid-Oost and enjoy the chicken.

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Vondelpark Openluchttheater (Open Air Theater), Friday - Sunday, various times see previous post for details, FREE, stuff for kids.

This weekend stand-up comedy, classic and world music, something for everyone. Always a kids show on Saturday.

Why go? every weekend until September enjoy different shows, theater, music, etc...

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Raw Rhythm Festival @ Westergasfabriek, Westerpark, Friday – Sunday, day pass €39.50, weekend pass €70.

A festival of a packed line-up of djs, artists, awesome raw sounds, including the “Jeugd van Tegenwoordig”. With a special edition of MTV's “Pimp My Ride”/bike during the festival.

Why go? Catch some interesting sounds at this multiple venue festival

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Wednesday

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The Loo & Bobby Kingsize @ Winston Kingdom, Wednesday, 21.00 - 03.00, €5.

Every Wednesday a different band, different theme, this week: Unadulterated raw rock 'n' roll (think AC/DC, G 'n' G & Cult).

Why go? Something unexpected for a Wednesday

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Thursday

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CD and Record Market @ Nieuwmarkt, Thursday and Friday, 9.00 – 18.00.

Why go? Pick up some new tunes

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Mannenkoor Manoeuvre @ Singelkerk, Thursday, 21.00, FREE.

Mens choir singing nontraditional choral tunes from Madonna, Amy Winehouse, George Michael, Kylie Minoque, etc...

Why go? Something a bit different from the usual lovely and boisterous street party festivities of Gay Pride.

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Pink Ladies on Stage @ OBA, 19:30-21:30, Thursday, €7.50, Dutch/English language mixed.

A rich cultural program for Lesbian Pride with a percussion group, tango, bands/singing groups, poetry, photo exhibition, live interviews, documentary films, “Lesbo-Encyclopedie: Quiz”.

Why go? celebrate Lesbian Pride

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Openair film: “Breakfast on Pluto” @ Nieuwmarkt, Thursday, 21.30, FREE.

Part of Amsterdam Gay Pride, first some music then the film.

Why go? Catch a film in between your street partying

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Hortus Festival / chamber music @ Huize Frankendael, Frankendael Park, Watergraafsmeer, every Thursday evening from July 17 - August 27th, 19.30, €20.

A different program of chamber music for every week in the historic Huize Frankendael. This week an Eastern night with guest from Tbilisi, Georgia.

Why go? enjoy the gardens and a trip just outside the Ringdijk.

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Friday

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Van Gogh Museum Avond @ the Van Gogh Museum, Friday 18.30 – 22.00, entrée to museum, but free with Museumkaart.

Gay Pride special discussion given by Dr. Jaap Kooijman (professor of Media and Culture at Universiteit van Amsterdam) about the present queer theory of Amsterdam Gay Pride.

DJ DaanModern, resident DJ of Pacific Parc spins a mix of steamy soul, nostalgia, extoicism and jazz, starting at 18.30.

Mat Sweet, from the Britsih group Boduf Songs, plays his first cd live tonight- minimalistic, psychedelic, folk to neo-folk tunes. Starts at 20.00.

Why go? why not enjoy some live music will checking out Van Gogh's work.

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Den Tex @ Blijburg, Friday, 20.00, FREE.

Enjoy the warm sounds of Den Tex, and bring your dancing shoes for a night at Blijburg.

Why go? Check out the architectural wonderland of IJburg on your way to the beach

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Friday Night Skate: special Gay Pride edition @ begins at Vondelpark near Filmmuseum, 20.30, FREE but have to have your own skates/rollerblades.

Nearly weekly group skating event, with new routes every time.

Why go? do something go for your heart and fun!

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Outdoor screening silent film: “The General” @ Filmmuseum, Friday, 21.30, €3.

Part of the Filmmuseum's weekly (every Friday evening) outdoor film screenings – Sunsets. Joseph Frank 'Buster' Keaton's 1927 film with Dutch titling. The General is a silent film comedy which takes place during the American Civil War. The scenario is based on the book 'The Great Locomotive Chase' by William Pittenger. The Filmmuseum has a restored copy with a new musical score from the Japanese composer Joe Hisaishi (Hana-bi, Spirited Away).


Why go? enjoy some silent humor

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Saturday

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ZOOmeravond /summer night @ Artis (the zoo), various programs, 18.30 - 22.00, price of zoo, every Saturday until September, stuff for kids.

A broad program with a little bit for everyone- 2 music stages, theater, a kinderboederij (petting zoo) and other creative activities for kids!

Why go? Check out the flamingos and enjoy some tunes.

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Buitenbios /Outside theater@ Het Ketelhuis/Westerpark, every Saturday 'til August 22nd, starts when it is dark around 22.00, FREE.

A free open air presentation in the Westerpark. This Saturday Belgian/French film “Le vélo de Ghislain Lambert”. NO English subtitles. Next Saturday playing the film “Juno”.

Why go? good excuse to stay out late in the park

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Sunday

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Appelsap @ Oosterpark, Sunday, 12.00 – 22.00, FREE.

A hip-hop music festival. “To put it short, Appelsap is a party. But not just a party... Most famous because of the unique vibe and high quality of resident dj's such as SP, Edzon & Lil'Vic, in the last 8 years Appelsap evolved into being one of the best (according to the annual 'GoudenGreep-awards' THE best) Dutch hiphop-events.” - appelsap.net Including acts: Pharoahe Monch (US), Theophilus London (US), Zwart Licht & Boyz in the Hood (Hef, Crooks, Adonis);
Dj’s: Benji-B (UK), Lefto (BE), SP, Edzon, Lil’Vic, Danny de Funk & FS Green.

Why go? check out new hip-hop acts and enjoy some Surinamese food

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Trunk sale/Kofferbakkenverkoop, Blijburg, IJburg, Sunday, 12 - 16, FREE.

Why go? Enjoy a sunny day at Blijburg beach and pick up some kitsch goods/knit-knacks for the living room table.

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Other stuff to do in Amsterdam during these long summer days

As promised I have some suggestions for what to do when half the country is on holiday, the doors are shut and you are in your apartment contriving a plan for world domination....

This list was complied with these thoughts in mind: wanting to be outside as much as possible, willing to take day trips (taking advantage of NS train specials during the summer), enjoying cycling/fietsen, and not being afraid to go somewhere with out a map or heck even a plan!? Furthermore, I am certain a lot of you already know about these activities since many are well known places; although I suspect that for others, whether the Amsterdam passer-by or the newly arrived migrant, these suggestions might be something new and something to keep in mind for the rest of your time in NL. I hope that you can use this as a list for when your brain is blank about what to do; all you have to do is pull this list out, maybe you want to number it, or perhaps you aren't a planner and you just want to look it at on the fly; regardless enjoy! And if you have some more suggestions please send them my way at busyinamsterdam [at] gmail. Please note that I do not specifically mention in this list if activities are geschikt voor kinderen (suitable for kids) but most of the activities are self-explanatory.

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Some suggestions to liven up the quiet Amsterdam summer:

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1) Café Löfel & Burke and Kriterion café and theater hold Sneak-meals/film every Tuesday. For only €12.50 get a dinner “wat de pot schaft” (whatever is in the pot/plate of the day) from Löfel & Burke and a sneak preview of a film at Kriterion. Reservations are necessary.

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2) Travel in and around A*dam by bike and visit organic, animal friendly, sustainable farms in the nearby region. Find/make your own bike/fiets routes to make a personal visit to farms in the area. Learn about farming, organic production, green houses in NL and animals.

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3) For those sunny days check out the city beaches in Amsterdam including Strand West (near Westerpark), NEMO's summer terrace overlooking the City, Blijurg at the end of IJburg, and Strand Zuid (behind RAI in Zuider Amstel).

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4) Make a ‘big’ trip to Amsterdam Noord. There is a decent market selling a little bit of everything. Lots of parks to explore and if you cycle for about 15 minutes from the ferry station you enter farm country. Also check out the Tolhuistuin, the trendy, art scene neighborhood in Noord just west of the ferry.

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5) Yes it may be a clique but check out the museums that you meant to visit this past winter! But first get your Museumkaart, the card that gets you in to a majority of museums throughout NL, which you can purchase at any number of participating museum for 35 euros.

I recommend checking out: 

* FOAM, the photography museum. One general admission also gets you into the NY perspectives exhibit just around the corner at Mediamatic (there also is a discount for Muesumkaart holders).

* The Hortus Botanicus Amsterdam is one of the oldest botanic gardens in the world with more than 6000 plants in the garden and greenhouses in the heart of the City near Artis.

* At the top of my list is a visit to the just restored and reopened - Koninklijk Paleis op de Dam. The Royal Palace in Amsterdam is now used mainly for entertaining and official functions.

* If you want to brush up on your Amsterdam history and urban development check out the always loved Amsterdam Historisch. Presently hosting an exhibition about the Dutch Masters.

* I recently stopped by the Verzetsmuseum (resistance), which is a must for any history buff. It chronologically moves you through the history of WWII from a Dutch prescriptive, with hundreds of unique artifacts such as letters, videos, bicycles, fake passports, maps, etc... Also check out the Hollands Schouwburg around the corner, the former deportation center during the War for Jews, which is now a memorial.

* Ons' Lieve Heer op Zolder / Our Good Lord in the Attic, the hidden Catholic church in de Wallen / Red Light District built during Reformation (the period when Protestants controlled the City and had strict regulations about the observation/practicing of Catholicism).

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6) Visit the Brouwerij 't IJ and actually do the brewery tour starting at opening time!

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7) Check out your neighborhood. I don’t mean cycle down your street and go to the grocery store but rather go by foot and make a snake route through the buurt. Who knows what you might find; perhaps a new café, a lovely house for rent, a tiny hidden public garden. There is truly much to discover right outside your doorstep. I recently found a tennis court, and a new biking route.

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8) Cycle to IJburg, check out the architecture and stop at the very end at Blijburg for some beach time. Or in great contrast check out the lonely, still developments of the Zuidas. 

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9) Do some mid-summer cleaning, and drop your second hand goods at the many kringloopwinkels (non-trendy second hand store aka goodwill) in the City and then do some shopping to replace the things you just gave away. This is the best time to find stuff because as this post emphasizes half the country is on holiday so everything is less picked over. My favorite kringloopwinkel is in Noord but there is also a large one near Westerpark. If you have time to sort and pick through boxes you are certain to find some gems.

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10) Be a tourist in your own city. Take a tour of de Wallen /Red Light district organized by the Prostitution Information Centre (PIC), every Saturday at 17.00 for 12.50 euro. It lasts one hour with ‘behind the curtain’ tours from experts.

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11) Bike to the not so traveled/visited yet extremely beautiful Amsterdamse Bos, which was developed as a social project in the early 30s with lovely lakes, and bridges. While you are there check out the goat farm -De Ridammerhoeve and the Bosmuseum, or rent a canoe/kayak for around 6 euros for the lovely lakes in the Bos.

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12) Rumor has it that many of you have yet to visit the Openbaar Bibliotheek Amsterdam (OBA) east of Central Station. The library is just celebrating its second anniversary as it opened up July 2007. So what does the library have to offer you?: a beautiful view at the top floor with a giant salad bar meal from La Place, modern architectural landmark in the City, free internet access/computers, nice environment for reading, and stuff for kids.

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13) Get out Amsterdam, for once! And check out the other great places in NL.

Lots of places to see, I recommend visiting:

* Utrecht and touring the largest tower in the Netherlands, the Domtoren. Tours are everyday from 10.00 – 17.00, guided tours every hour, lasting an hour, €7.50. Or check out the Spoorweg Museum / Train Track Museum. Also why you are there do some second hand shopping at the many great stores on the Oude Gracht and enjoy a beer at Café Belgie or even lower on the ‘deep’ canals. 

* Zaanse Schans. If you have yet to visit this historic windmill village you must! And get a picture of yourself in front of all the windmills.

* Take your first wadlopen trip in Friesland. Wadlopen is a Dutch speciality where you walk at low tide between islands. An adventurous trip with guaranteed beautiful sights.

* Take the train to the beach and enjoy some windy yet sunny beach days. There are many beaches to explore in just a short train ride: Zandvoort, Bloemendaal, Wijk aan Zee, etc… All of them have great beach cafes, fish stands for a snack of kibbeling (fried cod), and invariably sun (if you aren’t Dutch you are going to have to learn to enjoy windy walks on the beach which is compulsory to total inburgering). I have heard good things about the cafe/club Timboektoe at Wijk aan Zee, but have yet to check it out, but there are lots of nice temporary container-esque cafés scattered on Dutch beaches. 

* Spakenburg, a traditional fishing village on the IJselmeer that hosts guest every Wednesday during the summer. Learn how to smoke fish, the functions of a wind mill, see traditional Dutch clothing of Noord Holland. 

* Naarden, another hour or so bike ride from Amsterdam, with a Spanish style star fort and moats in het Gooi. Bring the camera and also check out the National Fortress Museum.

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Happenings in Amsterdam for July 22 - 26

Posting this a day early so I can finish the the promised post that I mentioned last week about what to do the rest of the summer in Amsterdam when the doors of many of these establishments close. But not to worry just when things will begin to get ghost-like by the middle of next week the Parade (music, theater, party tents) will fill Museumplein!

Lots of happenings this weekend; including the Amsterdam International Fashion Week which has a host of a events for the public including a rommelmarkt (in this case a fashion flea market) on Sunday, lots of films to be seen if the weather doesn't hold out for a day at the city beaches.

As always let me know what you think, send me your comments, questions, etc... If you would like a weekly reminder about the agenda send an email to: busyinamsterdam [at] gmail [dot] com with the subject line: REMIND ME. Then I will be sure to add you to the list so you are always up-to-date with the latest happenings.

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Entire Week:

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Amsterdam International Fashion Week DOWNTOWN, various public activities, throughout the week, mostly invitation only but some public events, some FREE events.

Public events:

Wednesday: 15.00 – “Your Cup of T: do-it-yourself-day”, Westerstraat 77; 16.00 “I am Blue” Westergasfabriek.

Thursday: 16.00 Opening “I want That…” installation by Thomas Voorn and Marine Viergever, Destination Shop, Weteringstraat 46H; 23.00 “Anti-fashion Party”, Flex Bar.

Friday: 10.00 – 17.30 “Malouse Bastiaan – Hand dyed Hand Made”, Beekwilder, Prins Hendrikkade 16; 21.30 “Zipper en Street Lab Join Forces! Rooms of Red Bull”, Oudezijds Achterburgwal 24 limited capacity; 22.00 “Festimode Casablanca”, Paradiso, 17.50 euros.

Saturday: 10.00 – 18.00 Exhibition “the Undaunted II and Beyond”, Pop up Café; 17.00 “Fromanteel High Tea”, Herengracht 142; 20.00 “Parag S/S 2010 Fashion Show”, Palledium, Kleine-Gartmanplantsoen; 21.00 Hosselaer 2# collection “Who No Know Go Know”, Prins Hendrikkade 33.

Sunday: 10.00 – 18.00 Exhibition “the Undaunted II and Beyond”, Pop up Café; 12.00 “Start Sample Sale Open Shop”, Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal 291; 12.00 “Kiss the Bride wearables, De culinaire werkplaats, 13.30 – 17.00 "Making of the dress for less or more” Young Designers United, Keizersgracht 447; 15.30 “Trash & Treasures Une Garage Sale Extraordinaire” Flexbar.

Why go? Stay 'hip' with the latest fashion trends

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Hermitage/Filmmuseum openlucht film in de binnentuin /open air film in courtyard @ Hermitage, every evening Wednesday – Saturday, 22.00, €14.50 + feestelijk drink, all films in English.

The Filmmuseum and the Hermitage Museum.have teamed up to present four special films based on 19^th century Russian literature. All the films are in English and have Dutch subtitles they include: Woody Allen’s “Matchpoint” on Wednesday, the black and white 1930s film “Anna Karenina” on Thursday, “Vanya on 42^nd Street” on Friday and finally David Lean 1965 “Doctor Zhivago” on Saturday.

Why go? Over 100,000 people have visited the Hermitage since it’s grand re-opening almost a month ago, have you?? If you go to the films you also receive a 20% discount on the regular admission price.

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Weak Signals and Wild Cards exhibition @ Shell Kantine, Shell Terrain, Tolhuisweg, Amsterdam Noord, two minute walk from Buiksloterweg ferry, leaving Amsterdam Central Station every 5 minutes (Google Map to venue), final weekend ending Sunday, 12.00 - 18.00.

"Weak Signals, Wild Cards is a commissioning project and exhibition by the participants of de Appel Curatorial Programme 08/09. Set in Amsterdam Noord, it invites ten artists and a number of speakers from other fields to react to the given plans for the area and conjure a set of alternative futures. The artists have created works for and from their envisioned future contexts, while the speakers will foretell their imagined futures of Amsterdam Noord, from the perspectives of their expertise...Amsterdam Noord is currently faced with a bevy of visions of its imminent regeneration. The predictions being made revolve dizzyingly around of the ‘Creative City’, which implicates not only artists but an expanded creative subjectivity in its conception of a society made up of self-reliant, resourceful individuals on a constant quest for self-improvement. This combined vision of the future ‘Creative City’ is so strongly anticipated and visualized that one gets the feeling that one could already inhabit the space of this mirage." - Weak Signals, Wild Cards

Why go? interested in urban studies? - learn about the urban regeneration of Amsterdam Noord and its impact through the eyes of artists

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Docnights @ Kriterion, from now until August 26^th, various times and prices.

The Kriterion is showing lots of documentary films until August. There is something for everyone with themes of animation, music, street culture, and fashion.

Why go? Keep it on the back burner for rainy and or lazy days

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Down Under film and activities @ Filmtheather, Prinsengracht 452, various times, prices and activities until August 16, special events for kids.

Australian and New Zeeland films (events every weekend, but films through the week). This week: Wednesday is the last showing of “Angel At My Table” at 19.00, Thursday – the following Wednesday the showing of the Aussie film “Shine” (an Academy and Golden Globe winner for best male lead actor in 2008). The film is about Australian pianist Davi Helfgott. Also learn to play the didgeridoo on Saturday at 19.00 and enjoy the film.

Sunday for kids didgeridoo workshop and the film “Opal Dream” (only Dutch audio) at 11.45. Learn how to play this special instrument that the Aboriginals have played for thousands of years.

Why go? soak up a little Aussie history through film.

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Comedy Train International Summer Festival @ Toomler (near the Hilton) Wednesday- Saturday. €12.50- €16.00, 20.30, all shows in English.

Two North American comedians Sean Collins and Jamie Kilstein, perform in two separate sets, each lasting 45 minutes in total.

Why go? get your dose of comedy on a rainy night

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Kwakoe @ Bijlmerpark, Zuid-Oost (metro stop Arena, then a short walk to the park), FREE, starts this weekend and continues every weekend until the August, not specific activities for kids although a very colorful, musical, delicious place to visit. See previous post for more details.

Why go? This is a must do & you have a few weekends to figure out how to fit this festival, but really it should only take a sunny day to convince you to drop everything and head to Zuid-Oost.

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Vondelpark Openluchttheater (Open Air Theater), Friday - Sunday, various times see previous post for details, FREE, stuff for kids.

This weekend freestyle staking demonstrations for all ages and modern dance, theater and comedians all on stage.

Why go? every weekend until September enjoy different shows, theater, music, etc...

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Wednesday:

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Stedelijk in de Stad @ Museumplein, final week, various activities & times, FREE, stuff for kids.

Wednesday July 22, 14 -16, for kids 6 -12, foto-wandeling/photo walk/tour, “Hunting Luck Kids” Discover your own neighborhood by learning how to make arty photos.

Also Wednesday 19.30 – 21.00, for adults, English spoken. The creative duo- The Stone Twins tell about their designs and sources of inspirations, i.e. why they used the Royal Army as inspiration, ideas about ‘50s classic logos, etc…

Why go? since the Stedelijk is still under construction and without a home, enjoy the small projects and exhibitions throughout the summer.

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Summer Carnival and street parade @ Tropenmuseum, Wednesday, 14.00, unknown price, stuff for kids.

In preparation for the Summer carnival Parade in Rotterdam on July 25, the parade begins at the Tropenmuseum with live music, dancers, the new queen of the summer carnival. Celebrate the carnival like they do in Curacao and Aruba with music, films, photographs, parade, street dances, etc... Daily workshops from 11.00 - 16.30 for kids ages 4 - 12, and for kids 6 to 12 13.00 - 15.00 learn to play steel drums, reservation recommend + price of admission to museum.

Why go? enjoy a colorful parade on your way to the Dappermarkt.

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Artery (Bul) & Support @ Winston Kingdom, Wednesday, 21.00 - 03.00, €5.

Every Wednesday a different band, different theme, this week: Balkan metal and underground from Bulgaria and then DJ.

Why go? Something unexpected for a Wednesday

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Thursday:

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Stedelijk in de Stad @ Museumplein, final week, various activities & times, FREE.

Thursday July 23^rd, final day, 19.00 – 21.00, for adults and older kids. Get a peek of the Teleac-documentary “Kazimir Severinovich Malevich” from 1989 about Malevich in the StedelijkMuseum. The director of main collections, Geurt Imanse tells about the high points of the collection and Malevich.

Why go? the Stedelijk is still under construction for who knows how long???

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Documentary: "The mystery of Samba" and live music @ Bimhuis, Thursday 20.30, €8, perhaps for older kids. Final weekend of performances before summer holiday.

Part of the Bimhuis' "Brazilian summer sessions" - weekly music performances with Brazilian origin or influence. A documentary film about the rich lives and astonishing vivacity of a group of veteran musicians and composers from one of Rio de Janeiros' most revered samba schools, Portela. In Portuguese with English subtitles. Then following at 22.30 Roda de Samba and Choro play Brazilian music with a group of musicians and singers gather to play informal and unpredictable music.

Why go? enjoy the smooth sounds, while enjoying the sunset on the IJ

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Hortus Festival / chamber music @ Huize Frankendael, Frankendael Park, Watergraafsmeer, every Thursday evening from July 17 - August 27th. 19.30, €20.

A different program of chamber music for every week in the historic Huize Frankendael. This week Debussy-Symphony in B, Ravel-La valse, Stravinsky-La sacre du printemps.

Why go? enjoy the gardens and a trip just outside the Ringdijk.

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Prof Nomad goes undercover AC/DC @ Café Wilhelmina, Thursday, 22.00, €7.50.

Live band doing AC/DC covers.

Why go? Who doesn’t want to listen to a little AC/DC everyone once in a while?

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DJ Slovenly @ Pacific Parc, Thursday, 23.00, FREE.

My favorite DJ in Amsterdam spinning: frat pounders, 60s beat-punk, garage-fuzz, surf, 70s punk, 60s greasy soul & r'n'b shakers, western & 50s R&R, exotica, jamaican ska and everything in-between.

Why go? Pacific Parc has their outside Cantina open for lovely star gazing and music listening.

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Friday:

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Van Gogh Museum Avond @ the Van Gogh Museum, Friday 20.00 – 22.00, entrée to museum, but free with Museumkaart.

Frank Bretschneider spins minimal techno and experimental elecontroinic Music with videos. Following him is DJ DaanModern, resident DJ at Pacific Parc spins soul and nostalgic tunes.

Why go? why not enjoy some live music will checking out Van Gogh's work.

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Cat Green Eye: music @ Blijburg, Friday, 20.00, FREE.

Amsterdam band with influences from gypsy, jazz, and pop; rumored to be good enough to swing to!

Why go? Check out the architectural wonderland of Ijburg on your way to the beach

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Michael Jackson Tribute @ Prik, Friday, 21.00, FREE.

DJ Mad spinning MJ tunes and video, as well as a moonwalk competition at the sexy Prik (voted best bar of 2008 in Amsterdam).

Why go? If you haven’t got enough MJ already here is another dose!

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Lindy Hop @ Kompszaal, every Friday, 21.00, €5.

Dance to swinging jazz on the KNSM-eiland.

Why go? Dance to something different or watch talented people dance

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Burlesque Freakout @ Club 8, Friday, 22.00 - 04.00, €10.

Part of Amsterdam International Fashion Week; djs: Scopi-Tonics with Vintage and New Burlesque Beats as well as numerous acts

Why go? Enjoy a show in addition to good tunes.

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Saturday:

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A Day at the Park @ Amsterdamse Bos, Saturday 11.00 - 23.00, €35.

Huge dj line up in the lovely Amsterdamse Bos.

Why go? Visit the not so often traveled/enjoyed Amsterdamse Bos

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Holland Beach Soccer League @ Dam, Saturday - Sunday, 12.00 - 20.00, FREE, stuff for kids of all ages.

Final Dutch championship of beach football/soccer.

Why go? It is an interesting setup, with the event hauling in loads of sand and filling the square with action.

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ZOOmeravond /summer night @ Artis (the zoo), various programs, 18.30 - 22.00, price of zoo, every Saturday until September, stuff for kids.

A broad program with a little bit for everyone- 2 music stages, theater of 20 shows, a kinderboederij (petting zoo) and other creative activities for kids! This Saturday intense sounds from the Jeff Buckley-esque Robin Block, who won the Grote Prijs van Nederland in 2008.

Why go? Check out the flamingos and enjoy some tunes.

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Dive @ Camping Zeeburg, Saturday, 21.30, unknown price.

German grunge band.

Why go? Check out the view towards Ijburg go on a bike ride.

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Sunday:

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“Trash & Treasures Une Garage Sale Extraordinaire” @ Flexbar, Sunday, 15.300, €5.

A rommelmarkt (flea market/garage sale) as a part of Amsterdam International Fashion Week.

Why go? pick up something snazzy to add to your wardrobe

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Hofje- en - Pleinconcert: Het Ricciotti Ensemble @ Café Westerdok, Sunday, 15.00, FREE.

Tunes in the open air.

Why go? as you make your way through the City stop for some live music

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Film for kids @ OBA, Sunday, 14.00, FREE, for kids.

Check out children books that have been made into films every Sunday this summer at the OBA.

Why go? Check out the top floor of the library and enjoy some views of the City

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Jazz session @ Engelbewaarder, every Sunday afternoon, FREE.

Enjoy smooth jazz sounds on the canal.

Why go? Right in the heart of fun

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