To do in September

Exhibition Mart Krijger

At Restaurant Hotel Merlet you can admire Mart Krijger's latest exhibition.

Mart Krijger, with a background in the jewelry industry, creates and manufactures his unique Skull-Art and Panel-Art with the utmost precision. His works are admired worldwide, both in interiors and the fashion world. Each piece is handmade and combines a wide range of materials. To give the colors extra depth and create a warm look, he often provides his works with a layer of Liquid Gloss.

This way you can see the most beautiful works of art such as hearts of Delft blue, unique fish or other beautiful works of art. Definitely worth taking a look!
When: July 1st to October 6th
Time: 08:00 to 23:00
Participation: -
More information: www.merlet.nl

Exhibition of beeswax paintings by Rachel Kuipers

Looking differently.

When Rachel Kuipers from Schoorl walks her path to blindness, circumstances force her to perceive differently, to experience differently and to change her mindset. The way in which Rachel literally and figuratively looks differently, she captures in her paintings with beeswax. Rachel invites visitors to also look differently, with a different perspective.

Discover the story behind the painting with QR Code.

It is not only possible to view the creations, but Rachel also shares her own story with the visitor with a number of paintings. On the title cards you can scan a QR code and read her story in Dutch, English or German. There is even an audio file available that can read her story in Dutch.
When: Weekly from August 3rd to September 28th
Time: 10am to 5pm
Participation: -
More information: www.feelingzbyrachel.nl

ART in Schoorl

Harold and Mirjam have been realizing pop-up art and culture in vacant spaces for years. Sometimes you find them here and sometimes there. You might know them from gallery Klein Zwitserland in Schoorl. They could stay there for 4 years in a row.

At the moment again in Schoorl in 3 large warehouses on the service road next to the N9. Here at the moment 27 artists exhibit with different art forms. There is painting, sculpture, photography, installation art, lamps, jewelry. All of a high standard. In short, there is a lot to see.

Harold is an artist herself and makes abstract paintings and objects. Always colorful and appealing. Mirjam is not an artist herself but knows a lot about art and is a true entrepreneur. This couple complement each other wonderfully and always manages to find the right artists to give their exhibitions diversity and a very unique atmosphere.

The exhibition lasts as long as it lasts (which can sometimes be years)
When: August 1st to October 1st
Time: 11am to 5pm
Participation: -

Map and compass walk in the Schoorlse Dunes

Discover the Schoorlse Duinen with a map and compass! You will find your way through the forest and dune area. Along the way you will climb the highest dune in the Netherlands and do questions and assignments from the assignment booklet. This activity is not only fun and sporty, but also educational! Fun for adults and children.
When: September 2nd - 11th
Time: 10am - 1pm & 1pm - 5pm
Participation: €24.50 per person from 5 years.
Advance registration is required: www.staatsbosbeheer.nl/kaartenkompasloop

Code STORM - Schoorlse Dunes

Imagine: a terrible storm is on its way, and it is getting worse. Trees, plants and animals are in danger. The only way to save nature is by using weather machines that are spread throughout the Netherlands. Who can crack the secret code of these machines and thus protect nature? That is the assignment at Code STORM, a unique experience at Buitencentrum Schoorlse Duinen for children between the ages of 7 and 12, organized by the forest rangers of Staatsbosbeheer and the World Wildlife Fund. Are you a real nature hero and can you find out the activation code to turn on the weather machine in time?
When: September 2nd - 11th
Time: Different times
Participation: €6.50 per person from 7 to 12 years old
Advance registration is required: www.staatsbosbeheer.nl/codestorm

Herb walk

Go on a walk and be surprised by the various ways in which the 'weeds' around you can be used; from culinary flavourings to medicinal applications. Marvel at the versatility of nature as you learn how to recognise, collect and use plants in your daily life. The walk is not a long trek, but an opportunity to slow down and marvel at the nature around us. You will regularly reflect on the plants, their characteristics and their applications. In the meantime, you will pick ingredients for a steaming cup of herbal tea with a small snack that is prepared on the spot.
When: September 4,5 & 11
Time: 10.30am - 12.30pm
Participation: €17.50
Advance registration is required: www.staatsbosbeheer.nl/kruidenwandelingschoorl

Social Ride - Beer & Burger

In September JOOP organizes another Social Ride in Schoorl. During this ride on Friday September 6th there are two groups; a RACE & MTB group.

– Group 1 will cycle over the different paths on a racing bike.

– Group 2 will go on the MTB over the beautiful Schoorl course, MTB Schoorl will also be cycling along and probably even more well-known people.

Afterwards, everyone sits at long tables and a bicycle beer is served with an organic beef or vegan burger and fries.

Here is some practical information:

• Meet at 6:15 PM at the bottom of the Climbing Dune in Schoorl.
• The ride ends again at JOOP around 8:00 PM.
• A bicycle beer & organic beef or vegan burger with fries are served here.

When: September 6
Time: 6:15 PM to 9:00 PM
Participation: €23.50 per person
Advance registration is required: You can register via info@joop-schoorl.nl, social media or at the bar at JOOP.

Candlelight Evening Greeting

The closing of the summer in Groet traditionally happens with the Lantern Parade and Light Evening. This is a festive evening for young and old and where music bands play. Furthermore, all catering establishments are open where you can enjoy yourself during the event. So join us and start at restaurant De Bokkesprong.
When: September 6
Time: 9:00 PM to 11:00 PM

Children's theatre in the Schoorlse Dunes

In Buitencentrum Schoorlse Duinen, Puppet Theatre Belletje Sterk regularly provides fun performances for children. The stories tie in with nature in Schoorl and the seasons. Will you join us? The performances start at 11:00 and 14:00.

Apples!
Gnome Zako is going to bake apple pie and is therefore looking for apples. Where do you actually find them? Together with Mouse, Eagle Owl and Ekihoorn it will be a cheerful adventure. After the show we will make apple sauce ourselves. Mmmm, that will be delicious!
When: September 8 & 22
Time: 11:00 - 12:15 and 14:00 - 15:15
Participation: €9.50 for children from 2 years. Adults also buy a ticket.
Advance registration is required: www.staatsbosbeheer.nl/belletjesterk

Stargazing Schoorlse Dunes

Come stargazing in the Schoorlse Duinen. At night it is so dark in the dunes that you can see the starry sky well in clear weather. The guide from Staatsbosbeheer, together with the Alkmaar Association for Meteorology and Astronomy 'Metius', will introduce you to the dunes in the dark. Many stars can already be seen with the naked eye. You will also look at special phenomena in the sky with binoculars and a telescope and hear the stories about them. In clear weather you might even see the moons of Jupiter, the phases of Venus, the Seven Stars or the Orion Nebula!
When: September 9
Time: 8:30am to 10:30pm
Participation: €9.50 per person
Advance registration is required: www.staatsbosbeheer.nl/sterrenkijken

Viewing party Schoorlse Dunes

Viewing parties are meetings in and with the Schoorlse Duinen. You immerse yourself in the moment. In silence and in contact with the place where you are at that moment. For example, you go out to see the sun rise, lie on your stomach to hear the bees buzzing on the heather pollen or listen to a natterjack toad concert. Even for us forest rangers and Schoorlse Duinen guides it is a different meeting every time because every moment is unique. The light, the temperature or the weather colour the moment. What remains are unique experiences that you can still enjoy, even years later. Will you join us on the journey?
When: September 11
Time: 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM
Participation: € 17.50 from 10 years
Advance registration is required: www.staatsbosbeheer.nl/viewingpartyschoorl

Bats of the Schoorlse Dunes

Come to the Schoorlse Duinen of Staatsbosbeheer and walk with bat expert Jan Boshamer in search of these mysterious mammals. As soon as dusk falls, the diurnal animals go to sleep and the nightlife starts. Bats leave their sleeping place at dusk and then go hunting for insects. Listen to how the bat detector picks up the ultrasonic sound of the animals. Maybe you can hear them yourself or see them thanks to a strong lamp. The evening starts with a short introduction in Buitencentrum Schoorlse Duinen, after which you walk into the dusk.
When: September 13
Time: 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Participation: €9.50 from 8 years
Advance registration is required: www.staatsbosbeheer.nl/vleermuizen

Silent walk in the Schoorl Dunes

True silence has become rare, and therefore valuable. Relax during a leisurely walk through the Schoorlse Duinen and open your senses to nature. Through special exercises you train your senses, and then experience the Schoorlse Duinten in silence.
When: September 14
Time: 10.30am - 1.00pm
Participation: €9.50 from 12 years
Advance registration is required: www.staatsbosbeheer.nl/stiltewandelingschoorl

Photography workshop Schoorlse Duinen

Want to know more about photography in nature? Come to the Schoorlse Duinen for a workshop by experienced photographer Frank Nieuwenhuizen. In three hours, you will learn to look in this workshop. Due to the diversity of landscapes in the Schoorlse Duinen, this area is ideal for taking beautiful photos.

Themes
The theme of the workshop depends on the time of year, the (weather) conditions etc. In October the theme is of course autumn! Follow multiple workshops and get better images from your camera.
When: September 14
Time: 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Participation: €32.50 for adults only.
Advance registration is required: www.staatsbosbeheer.nl/workshopfotografieschoorlseduinen

Open Monument Days

The second weekend of September are the Open Monument Days, also in Schoorl and Groet. During these two days the monuments are opened for visitors.

The theme of the Open Monument Days 2024, "On the road: routes, networks and connections". Connections have always been important to society, from local relationships to global contacts, and thanks to archaeology we can better understand these historical ties. In addition, there is also a connection in beauty in our region. That is the landscape: the dunes, the forests and estates, the market gardens and leafy roads and paths, the still open polder land with its farmhouses, mills and winding dikes. Open Monument Day is a great opportunity to discover and appreciate this rich heritage.

SCHOORL

• Village Church Schoorl, Duinweg 5

Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 September from 11:00-17:00. In addition to admiring the church itself, you can also enjoy a fascinating presentation about the painter Jan van Scorel, a versatile talent from Schoorl.

• General cemetery, Molenweg 6

Freely accessible, you can walk around freely. Admire the beautifully restored tomb drum at the historic Baarhuisje. Furthermore, this special place also contains the graves of famous painters; such as Wiegman and Kuijten, as well as impressive war graves.

• Kijkduin Mill, Molenweg 13

Saturday 14 September from 10:00-16:00. The mill will open its doors to visitors that day, and the millers will be ready to show you around. Enjoy a cup of coffee, tea, or a refreshing glass of lemonade!

GREETING

• White Church, Kerkbrink 1

Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 September from 11:00-17:00. A special exhibition has been organised especially for this weekend with the cooperation of local artists from Groet and the surrounding area. Admire the work of John Ory, Willem Schotten, Evelien Lindschoten, Bart Bouma and Joop Seldenthuis. For enthusiasts there is also the chance to get your hands dirty and take part in one or more creative activities.

• The Old Town Hall, Kerkbrink 19

Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 September from 10.30-16.30. Visit the small Town Hall on these days.

• Mayor's house/farm Duinwijk, Binnenweg 6

Sunday 15 September from 12:00 to 16:00. During this weekend, the stories of the house and its residents will be collected and shared. This theme ties in beautifully with the rich history of Duinwijk. After all, Duinwijk has produced numerous travel stories, books, writers and famous painters. These special connections with the past will be extensively highlighted during the event.

Happy Ears Festival

On Saturday 14 September, Schoorl will be buzzing with music during a unique festival at three atmospheric locations: KUNST in Schoorl , de Blauwe Baviaan , and Honky Tonk . Enjoy a diverse range of live performances in these cozy settings, while discovering the village in a whole new way. Complete your day by using the free Zonnetrein that will take you comfortably from one location to the other. Come by, be surprised by the musical vibes, and experience an unforgettable day in Schoorl!

There is music at the following locations:

• Art in Schoorl on the national road 47a in Schoorl (parallel road of the N9)
• The Blue Baboon at Heereweg 18 in Schoorl
• Honky Tonk at Duinvoet 11 (at the bottom of the climbing dune)

When: September 14th
Time: 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM
More information: www.kunstinschoorl.nl

Outdoor day Schoorlse Dunes

Go on an expedition in the Schoorlse Duinen with the whole family every third Sunday of the month. Dive into the green world in and around the outdoor centre. Together with a Schoorlse Duinen guide you undertake an outdoor activity. Experience nature together and search for plants and animals in the dunes. During this educational and active morning or afternoon children discover nature with their parents. Each month has a different theme.
When: September 15
Time: 11am - 2pm
Participation: €5.00 for children aged 4 to 10 years
Advance registration is required: www.staatsbosbeheer.nl/buitendagschoorlseduinen

Full moon walk Schoorlse Dunes

Join an exciting walk in the dark through the Schoorlse Duinen, in the atmosphere of the full moon. Along the way, you will receive explanations about nature and the starry sky from guides from Staatsbosbeheer and Metius, the Alkmaar Weather and Astronomy Association. Together you will wander over uneven forest paths and over dunes, where the traces of the fire from 2009 can still be seen. The weather can be beautifully clear, with plenty of moonlight, but there can also be cloud cover or a heavy rain sky. In any case, the walk will continue!
When: September 18
Time: 9:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Participation: €9.50 from 7 years
Advance registration is required:www.staatsbosbeheer.nl/vollemaanwandelingschoorlseduinen

Trees cycling tour Schoorlse Dunes

Cycle along the centuries-old trees of the Schoorlse Duinen! The Schoorlse Duinen are the highest dunes in the Netherlands. Long ago, there was a large drifting mass of sand here. In order to capture that mass of sand, Staatsbosbeheer started planting trees on a large scale 125 years ago. However, there were already trees in the dunes. You will see a number of those old, thick and special trees during this bike ride. For example, you will visit the 120-year-old Corsican pine with an impressive circumference of 3.22 meters. There are also many bizarrely shaped oaks in the Schoorlse Duinen. Under the influence of the extreme conditions, they have become true works of art of nature.
When: September 22
Time: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Participation: €12.50
Advance registration is required: www.staatsbosbeheer.nl/bomenfietstocht

Photography with your smartphone Schoorlse Duinen

Smartphone photographer Linda Smit (@vlinderlin) takes you to the most beautiful spots in the forests and heath of Schoorl. She lets you look differently during a 2-hour walk and tells you everything about how to best capture that with your smartphone. The topics that are covered include: use of light, sharpness/depth, composition, movement, wide angle/panorama, macro photography, etc.
After 2 hours of walking and photographing outside, attention is paid to editing and enhancing your best photo at the visitor center, while enjoying a cup of coffee or tea and a snack.
When: September 28
Time: 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM
Participation: €42.50 per person from 12 years.
Advance registration is required: www.staatsbosbeheer.nl/smartphonefotografie