From the 29th of November 2018 until the 20th of January 2019, the seventh edition of the Amsterdam Light Festival (ALF) will be organized in Amsterdam. Artists from around the world create installations and artworks by making use of light. These are showcased during the winter months in the city centre of Amsterdam. The best means to view these artworks is from the canals. Different companies will organise canal cruises and walking tours along these mesmerizing works of art. The Amsterdam Light Festival route showcases 30 artworks from various artists, architects and designers from numerous nationalities. 

Looking for a place where you can meet people from all over the world? Would you like to learn a new language in a relaxed environment? Or are you looking for a place where you can kick back with your friends while enjoying a nice meal and some good music? MixTree offers it all! 

MixTree is a non-profit organization currently housed in Broedplaats Lely. It is a place where artists and people from all cultures and backgrounds can freely mix with each other. To involve all residents of Amsterdam in the activities, they offer English courses in an informal environment, to encourage practicing and speaking with one another. This opens up the opportunity for , expats and refugees  to integrate more fully in the beautiful city of Amsterdam. 

It’s that time of year again! From yesterday, 17 October until Sunday 21 October Amsterdam will be dominated by ADE. It is the biggest event in the city and the world's largest conference and festival for electronic music. With more than 2500 artists and 140 locations in the city of Amsterdam alone, there is more than enough to do.
No idea where you want to go yet? View the program of events here.
Tickets sold out? Check Ticketswap!

And for our two winners of the tickets: enjoy your night!

The first examination period of this school year is coming up. It can’t hurt to give your brain can little boost right? This is probably easier to achieve than you think. By eating certain foods you can stimulate your brain, improve your memory, boost your mood and enhance your concentration. It’s easy as that! Below you will find a list of foods that can help you with this: 

• Blue berries
• Oats
• Dark chocolate
• Banana
• Avocado
• Nuts and seeds
• Spinach
• Green tea

Good luck with your examinations​!