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Online community newspaper serving all the residents of Wassenaar. Online buurtkrant voor alle inwoners van Wassenaar.

05/01/2026

The national weather service, KNMI, has issued a Code Orange alert for South Holland, which includes Wassenaar, until 12PM on Monday, January 5th, due to slippery and icy conditions. According to the KNMI website, this means there is a high probability of the weather being hazardous, with major impacts expected.

Residents should expect road delays with an increased possibility of cancellations on public transport. People should also exercise extreme caution when outdoors due to the risk of injury from slips and falls.

When the Code Orange alert expires, a Code Yellow alert will be in place until Wednesday, January 7th at 7AM. This means slippery conditions may continue, but there is less of an impact expected.

03/12/2025

Translation of the invitation for the celebration of the renewal of Wassenaar's town center to be held on Saturday, December 13, 2025:

The redevelopment of our town center is almost complete, and that deserves a celebration. Centrum Management Wassenaar and the Municipality of Wassenaar cordially invite residents, businesses, and visitors to join us for the festive opening of the renovated town center.

Enjoy choirs, live music, a DJ, a great (Christmas) atmosphere and a Christmas House for the children in the Langstraat.

Alderman Laurens van Doeveren: "After working hard to create a town center Wassenaar can be proud of, it's time to celebrate this milestone. It will be a day full of fun, music, and socializing, where we can all enjoy our vibrant village center together. I hope to see you there in large numbers!"

Program on the square at Van Hogendorpstraat
1:30 PM – 2:00 PM Performance by the Community Choir of Wassenaar
2:00 PM – 2:30 PM Official opening presented by Harrie Engels
With special guest:
Her Royal Highness Princess Margarita de Bourbon de Parme
On behalf of the Municipality of Wassenaar: Alderman Laurens van Doeveren
On behalf of Centrum Management Wassenaar: Kees Kroon
2:30 PM – 3:00 PM Free prosecco and hot chocolate for everyone
3:00 PM – 3:30 PM Performance by the Excelsior Music Association Ensemble
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM Performance by the Academy of Modern Music
5:00 PM – 10:00 PM Christmas Party with DJ-JP and guest appearances by Douglas & Rosenberg, Kylian Moy and John West

See you on December 13th!

25/11/2025

Wonderful opportunities to make a difference in Wassenaar! Find out more about these volunteer vacancies and more with Vrijwilligerscentrale Wassenaar.

18/11/2025

Politie Basisteam Wassenaar have once again made arrangements with Sinterklaas to make a special delivery of treats to their station for any children leaving a shoe out to be filled. Any children wishing to receive candy can drop a shoe off at the Wassenaar police station, located at Hofcampweg 102, Wassenaar before November 29th. Shoes can be dropped off between the hours of 09.00 and 18.00 daily. The shoe can then be picked back up on November 30, December 1, 2, or 3 during the same drop-off hours.

17/11/2025

If you have an organization that uses volunteers, Vrijwilligerscentrale Wassenaar and Gemeente Wassenaar would like to hear from you. They have created a short survey for organizations to fill out to learn more about who is volunteering in Wassenaar. The survey only takes a few minutes to complete, and as a thank you, participants will be entered into a drawing for one of three €25 gift cards from Bakker Kaptein. Surveys should be completed by Dec. 12, 2025. Those wishing to take the survey can request the link from Vrijwilligerscentrale Wassenaar or by emailing [email protected] .

17/11/2025

This year’s musical, The Spitfire Grill, from The American School of The Hague, will be performed Nov 21-23, 2025 at the ASH Theater, and tickets are on sale to the general public. The annual theater performance is always a crowd pleaser, garnering rave reviews, and showcasing the talents of the students. According to the show’s director, Katrina Middleburg, The Spitfire Grill is “a powerful, moving musical written by James Valcq and Fred Alley. This musical tells the story of a young ex-convict, Percy Talbot, who travels to a small town in Wisconsin, looking for a new start. Percy’s arrival becomes a much-needed catalyst for rebirth and renewal across the town. The folk-music score, at times haunting, at times rollicking, is poignant and resoundingly beautiful, and this heartwarming story of healing and hope is one that sticks with the viewer long past the closing bows.”

ASH’s musicals have become can’t miss productions for those who have attended them due to their high quality. Students are involved in all aspects of the production, such as acting and singing, set and prop making, and the sound and lighting tech. Tickets are only €10 and can be purchased online at https://bit.ly/HSTheaterASH . The performances, which are in English and open to the public to attend, are scheduled for Nov 21 and 22 at 19h, and Nov 23 at 14h. The take place at The American School of The Hague, located at Rijksstraatweg 200, Wassenaar. ASH in on the bus lines from The Hague and Leiden, and also has free on-site parking.

10/11/2025

The annual AATG Panto, which is directed this year by Wassenaarder Louise Grutter Dyer, and features many people from Wassenaar on stage, is already selling out many of its shows. Those wishing to purchase tickets to see the family friendly stage event, are advised to act quickly. This year's show is The Wizard of Oz and will be held at Theater aan het Spui in The Hague from Dec 5th to 7th. Tickets can be purchased at www.AATG.NL

The AATG is an amateur English language theater group with members from all over the world. Membership in the group is open to everyone.

09/11/2025

Popular pianist Javier Krohn will be having a concert at the Dorpskerk in Wassenaar on Sunday, November 16th at 16.00. Tickets for the concert can be purchased online via Eventbrite or at Boekhandel de Kler on Wassenaar's Langstraat.

09/11/2025

Repair Café Wassenaar 12 November
In our Repair Café Wassenaar we aim to repair your clothing, small woodwork or electric appliances like a lamp, water boiler, radio/cd player, vacuum cleaner. Please find us at the venue of the Vrijwilligerscentrale (VCW), van Heeckerenstraat 2. You’re welcome to wait at our client coffee table, or deliver your item at the front desk from 1.30-2.30 pm and collect it before 4 p.m. A voluntary contribution towards our costs (e.g. €5) is appreciated.
If you have any questions regarding a possible repair, you can contact the RC-coordinator Mechteld Nije at [email protected]. The Repair Café is held every 2nd Wednesday of the month. The next time is 10 December.

03/11/2025

Nominate your best volunteers to be honored at the Vrijwilligerscentrale Wassenaar High Tea! Celebrate those who help Wassenaar be the wonderful community it is. Use the QR code in the photo to nominate the extraordinary volunteers in your life.

27/10/2025

KNMI has issued a Code Yellow weather warning to the coastal Netherlands due to wind gusts. The alert for South Holland, which includes Wassenaar, is scheduled to end at noon on Monday, October 27, 2025.

Wind gusts are expected to reach speeds of up to 90 km/hr. Residents should exercise caution when outdoors due to flying debris, and should secure any loose outdoor items.

27/10/2025

11 Warning Signs of Gaslighting
By: Amanda Mauro, MA AMCounseling

Gaslighting is one form of emotional manipulation — one that can leave you doubting your own thoughts, feelings, and memories. Whether it happens in a romantic relationship, friendship, or workplace, recognizing the signs is the first step toward regaining control and protecting your mental and emotional well-being.

Gaslighting is a psychological tactic where someone manipulates you into questioning your perception of reality. Over time, you may begin to doubt your memory, judgment, or even your sanity. This manipulation often happens gradually, making it difficult to identify until significant damage has already been done.
In recent years, gaslighting has become a cultural buzzword — but it’s often used incorrectly. Many people now use the term to describe any disagreement, lie, or moment of defensiveness, when true gaslighting is a deliberate, ongoing pattern of psychological manipulation designed to make someone question their reality.

Misusing the term can minimize the real emotional abuse experienced by victims and blur the line between normal conflict and intentional control. Understanding what gaslighting truly means helps preserve its significance and supports those genuinely affected by it. To learn more about how we can gaslight ourselves: https://wassenaartimes.nl/wellness/f/self-gaslighting-how-we-undermine-our-own-reality

Recognizing gaslighting isn’t easy, but it’s an essential step toward protecting your emotional well-being. When someone manipulates your reality, they chip away at your confidence and autonomy — but you can rebuild both by trusting your instincts, documenting your truth, and seeking support.

If you would like additional support, let’s connect: https://amandamaurocounseling.com/

You’re not “too sensitive” or “crazy.” You’re being gaslit — and that awareness is your power.

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