News
What is happening at the West Frisian Folklore, all year round. News items are in Dutch.
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Farewell, Max
After 20 years, Max officially stepped down from the board of Westfriese Folklore yesterday. He has looked after the finances…
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Rabobank ClubSupport
Great news for West Frisian folklore! Thanks to Rabobank ClubSupport, our secretary, Tinka Kriens, has received a generous…
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Return dates for clothing, bonnets and prams
Return dates for clothing, bonnets and prams. Please return items to the tower of the Boerderij- en Rijtuigenmuseum Vreeburg…
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Newsletter
Dear folklore friend, This coming Thursday, 3 September, we will already be enjoying the last West Frisian market day. Looking…
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A special gift
Yesterday we received a special gift from Yvonne and Ronald Cabri from Alkmaar. It consisted of a double red coral necklace, a…
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Ring tilting results
Despite the rain, all participants were happy on the carriages (photos will follow later). The winners of the tilting are…
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Ring tilting participants
Who will walk away with the prizes this coming Thursday? Last year's winners, Anita van Son and Romé Baljet, are unfortunately…
- Live audio description on Music Day Press release: Westfriese Folklore in Schagen made accessible with live audio description on Music Day Schagen, Thursday 30…
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The first Kroniek of 2026 is out!
Support the Folklore and receive De Kroniek free of charge. The first Kroniek of 2026 includes, among other things, the Miss…
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Your photo in traditional costume?
Schagen – During the West Frisian markets on Thursday 9 and Thursday 23 July, Museum Vreeburg and the Westfriese Folklore…
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Thank you, gentlemen!
These are the men who have made sure that the parade can once again pass safely through town on the coming West Frisian Thursdays.
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Inge Diepeveen is Miss 2026
Inge Diepeveen has become Miss for the coming year, Linda Mechielsen came 2nd and Connie Praat 3rd. There was a great deal of…
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Clothing loan schedule
The clothing loan starts tomorrow. To spread the crowds, please collect reserved clothing preferably on Saturday 20 June. Here…
- Children's dance group starts Today, in glorious weather and with lots of spectators, our children's dance group started rehearsing. There were 92 little…
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Become Miss?
Take part in the Miss Westfriese Folklore 2026 election! In just over 3 weeks, the unofficial kick-off of the 2026 Folklore…
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In the Schager Courant
A nice article in the Schager Courant today.
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Coachmen practise
In drizzly conditions, a practice round was driven through the centre of Schagen this evening. The turnout was good, with a…
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Coachmen's meeting
Yesterday evening was the annual coachmen's meeting ahead of the new season. There was a good turnout of 28 coachmen,…
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Bonnet-fitting course
This evening was the first evening of the bonnet-fitting course (kapzetten); the ladies received all sorts of handy tips and…
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In Mensport
Article in Mensport about the Boerderij- Rijtuigenmuseum Vreeburg (farm and carriage museum) and the Folklore.
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The mayor pays a visit
Today the Mayor visited the men of the carriage maintenance team. All the ins and outs were explained to the Mayor. Outside…
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Miss election and bonnet-fitting course
Miss election Looking forward to the new Folklore season already? The season traditionally kicks off with the Miss election.…
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Folklore on TV
Tomorrow evening is the night!! The Folklore in the reality soap 'Only Joling' on RTL4 at 20:00.
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Folklore now Intangible Heritage of the Netherlands
The Westfriese Folklore, just like the Schager Harddraverij (trotting races) and the Paasvee (Easter cattle show), is now…
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2026 poster
The poster for 2026 is ready! Once again it has turned out beautifully.
- Auction and costume show Kap en Dek Costume presentation and auction by the Kap en Dek Committee - 7 February 2026 - Schagen We are pleased to invite you to the…
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Looking back on the 2025 season
Although a new cabinet is not yet in sight, the end of 2025 certainly is. So, as usual, a short look back at the past folklore…
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Cheque from Univé Noord-Holland
This morning, Michel Bakker and Max Hopmans received a generous cheque from Univé Noord-Holland on behalf of the Folklore.…
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Secretary Arie Groen has passed away
In Memoriam Arie Groen Born and bred in Waarland, Arie joined the board of the Westfriese Folklore in Schagen in May 2008. In…
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Sinterklaas offer: Reuring for €10.00
Sinterklaas offer!!!! Reuring is now on sale for €10. A fine reference work for the true West Frisian folklore enthusiast.…
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A pleasant morning at Vreeburg
It was a cheerful bustle this morning in and around Vreeburg. Maintenance on Vreeburg, the carriages and the harnesses. A…
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Coachmen's meeting
Yesterday evening was the coachmen's review of the past season, led by head of carriages (chef gerij) Michel Bakker. The board…
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Folklore on TV
This coming Monday, 27 October, the Westfriese Folklore will be on TV. On the first West Frisian Thursday of 2025, broadcaster…
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The 2nd Kroniek on your doormat soon
Just to make you curious! If all goes well, the 2nd Kroniek will land on your doormat after the weekend! In this issue, among…
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Hard at work
The season has barely ended, and the men of the carriage team are already hard at work again. The fire engine back to the fire…
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Farewell to Truus (as our coffee server)
After years of loyal service serving coffee in the carriage shed, we said goodbye to Truus Kaag this morning. Every Tuesday…
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Treasurer in the newspaper
On the closing day of the season, a nice interview with our treasurer and vice-chairman Max Hopmans.
- Newsletter from the chairman Dear folklore friend, This coming Thursday, 4 September, we will already be enjoying the last West Frisian market day. Time to…
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Vote for us!
Voting is open!! If you have a Rabo account, you can vote for us via the app or the website. We are listed under Westfriese…
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Ring tilting results
Today we enjoyed a very successful 'Ring Tilting Day' (Dag van het ringsteken).
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The 'Witches' Scales' are back
Get weighed and have your photo taken on a West Frisian Thursday! The Boerderij – en Rijtuigenmuseum Vreeburg (farm and…
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Support the Folklore and become a donor
Would you also like to support the Westfriese Folklore? Become a donor and receive De Kroniek in your letterbox twice a year.…
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Fly the flag
Will you also fly the flag on a West Frisian Thursday? On sale again from Thursday at the information stall for €30. Skager…
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Newsletter from the chairman
Dear all, On 19 June we once again enjoyed the annual Miss election. This time at a new venue. Because Alpha was not…
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Children's dance group dress rehearsal at Magnushof
Yesterday the children's dance group held its traditional dress rehearsal at the Magnushof nursing home. The residents and…
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Sandra Bakker is Miss 2025!
Our new Miss is Sandra Bakker! After a lovely evening, at 22:10 jury chairman Rienk Mud delivered the long-awaited news that…
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Miss election participants
Tonight's the night!!!! Here is the list of participants for tonight. Remember: the Miss election is at the Regius,…
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Free anniversary book?
RECEIVE OUR ANNIVERSARY BOOK FOR FREE!!! Become a donor of the Westfriese Folklore and receive the beautiful Kroniek free of…
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Practice round and clothing loan
It was a hive of activity in the Muziektuin this evening. The first evening of the clothing loan and the coachmen's practice…
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Help wanted at the information stall
We are looking for help (m/f) for the information stall. From 9 am until about 1 pm; it does not have to be every Thursday.…
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Photo shoot
What will happen on 24 July, the Day of Traditional Costume? Here is a preview from the photo shoot.
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Coachmen's meeting
On Tuesday 27 May the coachmen's meeting took place, chaired by head of the carriages Michel Bakker. Attendance was once again…
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Learn to put on a bonnet?
Learn to put on a bonnet? In recent years the number of ladies wearing a bonnet has grown enormously. That is lovely in…
- Children's dance group gets going Today the children's dance group, led by Anja Dijkstra, rehearsed for the coming season for the first time. This year the…
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Visit from the mayor
Last Tuesday Mayor Marjan van Kampen paid a visit to the Folklore carriage shed. She brought delicious pastries for the men!…
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Outing for the maintenance team
Last night it was time again: the annual pampering evening for the team that maintains the carriages. This year's venue was De…
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Visit to Schagen
This afternoon the association "Vrienden van het aangespannen paard afd, Noord Holland" (Friends of the Harnessed Horse, North…
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The 2025 leaflet and poster are ready
The leaflet and poster for 2025 are ready! The programme and all the dates for borrowing and returning clothing are already on…
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The heating/air conditioning has been installed
Last Wednesday the firms KTI and Luitjes installed the heating/air conditioning, so that the clothing and bonnet ladies no…
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Newsletter
The year is almost over; the festive season is approaching, so it is time to look back on the past folklore season. As far as…
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Vote Skotwal and Oôs Joôs into the Top 2000!
Vote Skotwal and Oôs Joôs into the Top 2000!! https://npo.nl/luister/stem/npo-radio-2-top-2000?query=skotwal You can nominate…
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The present for December!!!!
The present for the month of December!! The Folklore's anniversary book, for everyone who has the Folklore at heart. Lovely to…
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Coachman Jan Pieter Glas has died
Last Friday our coachman Jan Pieter Glas passed away. Last season he was present in the parade with his farm wagon on 9 of the…
- Skotwal and Oõs Joõs in the Top 2000? Skotwal and Oõs Joõs in the Top 2000? Help out. More news will follow by the time voting opens (from 29 November). Listen to…
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What a farewell to Siem
What a funeral. What crowds along the route. What flags at half-mast. What a ceremony. What a gathering afterwards. Everything…
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A last farewell to Siem
We would like to give Siem a last farewell by flying the Schagen flag at half-mast this Saturday and lining the route, in…
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Siem Huijberts has died
In memoriam Siem Huijberts What we had all feared for so long has become reality. Siem has lost his battle against oesophageal…
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De Kroniek on your doormat
De Kroniek will soon land on your doormat! This time featuring, among other things, Sporty on two wheels, the sandwich ladies,…
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Thank you, gentlemen!
Tuesday morning: as always, the maintenance team having coffee (with a pastry). On behalf of the Folklore board, vice-chairman…
- Thank you Thank you for your vote.
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De Kroniek delayed
Due to a technical fault in the production of De Kroniek, De Kroniek will not land on your doormat until the end of the month.
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Coachmen's evaluation
Last night was the evaluation for the coachmen, maintenance team and board, chaired by Siem Huijberts. All kinds of topics…
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Vote for us
From tomorrow (2 September) until 24 September inclusive, all Rabobank account holders can vote for their favourite club or…
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Bart in the newspaper
Ringmaster Bart in the Schager Courant today.
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Newsletter
Dear folklore friend, ‘Don't praise the day before evening comes’, as the old saying goes. Even so, with the last West Frisian…
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The battle for the man and the woman
On the last West Frisian Thursday, 5 September, "the battle for the man and the woman" will be brought back to life! During…
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Ring tilting participant list
To get you in the mood for this Thursday, here is the participant list for the ring tilting; pick your favourite! (click on…
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Cheque from De Kroniek
Last Thursday the Folklore received a fine cheque from De Kroniek. In the photo, treasurer Max Hopmans receives the cheque…
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New Miss
In a packed Alpha, Donna May de Ruijter was crowned Miss Westfriese Folklore; the other podium places went to Jet Bakker and…
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Miss election contestants
These are the contestants in the Miss election tomorrow evening at 20:00 in Alpha: Reinie Kriebel, Donna May de Ruijter, Ilse…
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Rent a stall?
Would you like to rent a stall at the market in the Nieuwstraat during our West Frisian Thursdays? Then contact…
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Coachmen's meeting
Last night it was time again for the coachmen's meeting. Well before eight o'clock almost all the coachmen for 2024 were…
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We're off!
The children's dance group started rehearsing for the coming season today. The 45 young dancers were bursting with fun. On…
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Poster 2024
The new poster for 2024 is ready!
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Cheque from the Rotary
SCHAGEN – The amaryllis bulb campaign of Rotary Schagen has raised €2,250 for the Folklore in Schagen. On Thursday afternoon,…
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Plenty of copies of Reuring still for sale!
Reuring still widely available! Contrary to what is being said at Boekhandel Plukker, the West Frisian Folklore book Reuring…
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Funeral carriage has arrived
The carriage has arrived in stately fashion at the Carriage Museum. It arrived with Cor Beemsterboer, the restorer of the…
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Skager kampioenschap stikkesnaaie (Schagen bread-slicing championship)
Skager kampioenschap stikkesnaaie (Schagen bread-slicing championship). On Thursday 31 August at 12:30, before the festive…
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Thank you, Barbara!
Last Thursday, at Piet Pann, we held a festive farewell for Barbara Anders, who for many years organised the children's games…
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Climb the tower too!
Tomorrow the weather will be fine for climbing the tower; it is open from 10:00 to 15:00. The tower on the Markt can be…
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The new Kroniek is out!
The new Kroniek is out! Featuring, among other things, comfortable town transport, Cheers for the Miss, Danièlle Huijberts, In…
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A hefty cheque from De Kroniek
A hefty cheque from De Kroniek The West Frisian Folklore is delighted with a fine cheque from De Kroniek. Last Thursday,…
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Vote for us!
As a Rabobank customer, you can vote for us in the ClubSupport campaign.
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Plenty of flags for sale again
From the first West Frisian Thursday, plenty of flags will again be on sale for €25 at the information stall. You'll be flying…
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Children's dance group dress rehearsal at Magnushof
This afternoon the children's dance group held its dress rehearsal for the season for the residents of Magnushof. Led by Anja…
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Sara van Dijk is the new Miss
SARA VAN DIJK IS THE NEW MISS. In a full Alpha last night, Sara van Dijk was "crowned" Miss Westfriese Folklore 2023; Kitty de…
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Anniversary book presentation on 15 June
The anniversary book on sale from 15 June! Our anniversary book 70 years of Folklore will be presented during the interval of…
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Cheque from Family Shoezz
SCHAGEN – The Family Shoezz winter walk in Schagen has raised a fine cheque of €225 for the Folklore in Schagen. This morning…
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Cheque from the Rotary
SCHAGEN – The Schagen Rotary's amaryllis bulb campaign has raised €1,500 for the Folklore in Schagen. On Wednesday afternoon,…
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Poster and leaflet 2023
Our new poster and leaflet for 2023. Click on them to enlarge.
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Happy holidays
From the board The year 2022 is fast drawing to a close. Despite much misery and uncertainty caused by war and the climate…
- Campaign for the Folklore and Max Plazier Would you like to support the Folklore and the Max Plazier huis? Then buy one or more amaryllis bulbs this Saturday. The bulbs…
- Bart on "de Bank"
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New Kroniek is out!
2nd Kroniek of 2022 is out. In this Kroniek, among other things: A fine foreword by chairman Rienk Mud. Lots of beautiful…
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Vote for the Folklore
Vote for the Folklore, your vote is worth money! As many people know, Rabobank sponsors foundations and associations in the…
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Parade route changed
Parade route changed. With a view to the safety of participants and the public, the board of the West Frisian Folklore has…
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Climb the tower and enjoy the municipality of Schagen from above
Climb the tower on the West Frisian Thursdays. You can do so from 10:00 to 15:00 for a small fee: children pay €2 and adults…
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A fine cheque from De Kroniek
West Frisian Folklore is delighted with a fine, generous cheque from De Kroniek. Last Thursday, during this season's opening…
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Babette de Ruijter is the new Miss
After an exciting evening, Babette de Ruijter has been chosen as our new Miss. Sascha Heddes came second and Meadow Mac Donald…
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Costume loan off to a flying start
A flying start for the costume loan. Young and old came to borrow West Frisian clothing from the Folklore. The waiting time…
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Consumption vouchers abolished
From the chairman The 2022 folklore season is happily just around the corner. After an absence of two years, we are hoping for…
- Help wanted Children for the children's dance group, every Friday behind “de Posthoorn” from 15:45 to 16:45. To sign up or for information…
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Children's dance group has started
The children's dance group started rehearsing this afternoon! There were already lots of children on the square behind the…
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Who wants to dance with us?
Who wants to dance with us? The West Frisian children's dance group is looking for children for the new season. The first…
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Who would like to help?
Who would like to help with the children's sandwich meal? Who wouldn't? It is one of the most enjoyable parts of the West…
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New dance platform
By the church on the Markt, hard work is under way on the new dance platform for the coming West Frisian markets.
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Jan out on his deliveries
Jan Benit delivers the Porsche calendar to our former Miss West Friese Folklore 2010, Sandra van Dijk, in De Gouwe. (Source:…
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Folklore on a Porsche calendar
SCHAGEN – A splendid photo of the West Frisian Folklore in Schagen graces the new calendar of the Dutch Porsche Club. The…
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Jac Vink donates a carriage
Jac Vink donates a Utrecht tent wagon (Utrechtse tentwagen) to the Folklore. Last Saturday was the day: Jac Vink handed over…
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The first Kroniek of 2021 is out!!!
The first Kroniek of 2021 is out!!!! Featuring, among other things: 'mis geen miss' (don't miss a Miss), the legacy of Nout…
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Dolls for sale
For sale as sponsorship for the Folklore. We have been given 2 beautiful traditional costume dolls by the Vos-Hartog family…
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This year, if possible, one West Frisian Thursday
This year, if possible, there will be one West Frisian Thursday. In doing so we are following the expectations of the RIVM…
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New Year's wishes from the board
From the board Because of the coronavirus pandemic, the entire Folklore season was cancelled this year. From numerous…
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Photos of former Misses wanted
Photos wanted of former Miss West Frisian Folklore 1972 to 2003. Since 1972 a new Miss West Frisian Folklore has been chosen…
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New Kroniek is out!
The last Kroniek of 2020 includes the following topics: Foreword by our chairman. Description of an arrenslee (horse-drawn…
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Speaking paintings about the rich history of West-Friesland
The Westfriese Folklore and Kunst Verklaard stand shoulder to shoulder at ‘Sprekende Schilderijen’ (Speaking Paintings)’, the…
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First Kroniek of 2020 is out!
This first Kroniek contains a foreword by Sylvia Buczynski, a report by chairman Rienk Mud on the folklore not going ahead,…
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No Folklore, but there is an info stall
No Folklore today, but Jan, Reinie and Kees are standing ready, in everyday clothes, at the info stall to give you all the…
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No Folklore in 2020
No West Frisian Thursdays in Schagen this year The cabinet's decision, as announced last Tuesday evening, is clear. All events…
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Gré Doekes has passed away
The board of the Westfriese Folklore has learned with sorrow of the death of our former board member Gré Doekes. We remember…
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Anneke steps down as ringmaster
Anneke steps down as ringmaster. After a period of three years, Anneke Molenaar has decided to step down as ringmaster…
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Closing meal for volunteers
Dear folklorist, This Thursday is already the last West Frisian Thursday. This year, too, there were nine instead of ten, as…
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Tickets for the Guest Day
This Thursday is the last chance to buy tickets for the Guest Day (Gastdag) on 8 August at the info stall. If that is not…
- Traditional Costume Day cancelled Unfortunately the board has had to decide not to let the Folklore go ahead this Thursday, 25 July, because of the forecast…
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The 2nd Kroniek is out!
Kroniek number 2 of this year is just out!!! Featuring, among other things, the Miss election, Annette Tesselaar, Schager…
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We have a new Miss
Last Thursday, in a packed Alpha, Anouk Ooteman was chosen as Miss 2019; Sandra van Dijk came second in the everyday costume…
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Coachmen's meeting
Last night was the annual coachmen's meeting, held to get everyone pointing in the same direction again for the coming season.…
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Folklore presents the prizes
You see the Folklore everywhere!! The Folklore was also present at the prize-giving of the City Run Schagen, to present the…
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Van Top tot Teen (From Head to Toe)
During the clothing show "Van Top tot Teen" (From Head to Toe) last night in Alpha, from the 19th to the 21st century,…
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Children's dance group has started
The children's dance group started today!!!! There were already quite a few children there. As always, the dancing children…
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Children's dance group starts rehearsing
On Thursday 9 May the children's dance group of the Westfriese Folklore starts rehearsing. Rehearsals are from 15:00 to 16:00…
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Vote for the Folklore!
Dear friends of the folklore The voting period of the Rabo Clubkas Campaign starts today (23 April 2019). It is now up to…
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Who will be Miss 2019?
Who will succeed Inge van Dijk? On Thursday 20 June it is time again: the annual Miss Westfriese Markt election. The election…
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Gift idea
Nothing to ask Sinterklaas for? Here's a gift tip! A Schager flag for the coming season (and many more). Order one for €20…
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Last Kroniek of 2018 is out!
The last Kroniek of 2018 is out and has already dropped through donors' letterboxes or will soon be on their doormats. In this…
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Folklore in De Telegraaf and at the Scagon theatre in Schagen
Today Tonny Plukker and her granddaughter Billy Sue are in De Telgraaf!!! Tomorrow, during the Uitmarkt in Schagen,…
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New Kroniek
Kroniek number 3 of this year has just rolled off the press. Featuring, among other things, In de Klere (in costume) with our…
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List of participants for the ring tilting this Thursday
Here is the list of participants for the ring tilting this Thursday. Click on the photo of the list of participants to enlarge it.
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Help wanted
Who would like to help next week, on 9 August? It is the "Dag van het Kind" (Children's Day) then. We need a few extra hands…
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Still need tickets for the Guest Day?
Last chance to order tickets for the Guest Day this Thursday. You can do so until Saturday by email to…
- Market cancelled! With a heavy heart, the board has had to decide to cancel the Westfriese Folklore activities for tomorrow. This is for the…
- Shorter parade and Guest Day tickets This Thursday the parade will be shortened because of the expected heat. It will start as usual at 10:45 and follow the normal…
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Who will fly the flag with us?
On the West Frisian Thursdays, Schagen is turning ever more yellow and red. This Thursday, plenty of Schager flags will again…
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Kroniek 2 is out
Kroniek number 2 of this season is out, featuring among other things a report on the Miss election, Connie Praat on the…
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A fine cheque from Bistro Smul
Gerard Tesselaar of Bistro Smul - Smultaria, many thanks for the fine cheque, the proceeds of the sponsorship dinner that we…
- Long promo for the West Frisian market
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Newsletter
In this newsletter: Inge van Dijk, our new Miss; Rienk Mud, our new chairman, introduces himself; the last date for costume…
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Inge van Dijk Miss 2018
Inge van Dijk from Hoogwoud was chosen as Miss West Frisian Folklore 2018 last Thursday evening. After an exciting evening…
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First Kroniek of 2018 is out!
Would you also like De Kroniek through your letterbox 4 times a year? You can: sign up by clicking on Kroniek in the site's…
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Poem: Skager vlag (the Schagen flag)
Skager vlag Oôs Skagen kleurt weer geêl en roôd, ’t hangt vol met pronte vlagge. Want zeumers op de donderdeg, den zien je…
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Coachmen's meeting
On Wednesday evening, 6 June, the Folklore's coachmen's meeting took place. On this evening the ups and downs of the parade…
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Thank you, Bistro Smul!
Last night some 60 guests feasted at the sponsorship dinner in aid of the Folklore. Whether it was the West Frisian vegetable…
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Sponsorship dinner at Bistro Smul
Sponsorship dinner at Bistro Smul On Saturday 26 May 2018 Gerard Tesselaar of Bistro Smul in Schagen is organising a delicious…
- Folklore promotional film Schagen FM has made this promotional film for us. It gives a lovely impression of everything there is to do on the West…
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Miss election, why not join in!
On Thursday 14 June the Miss Westfriese Folklore election will be held once again. This year the election takes place at…
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Help wanted
WANTED: ANIMAL LOVER! Which animal lover would like to be at the small livestock stall on the Markt from 09:30 to 11:30 during…
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Sign up for the children's dance group
On Thursday 17 May the children's dance group of the Stichting West-Friese Folklore will start rehearsals again. From 17 May…
- Rabo Clubkas campaign Do you have an account with the RABO bank? If so, you can vote for us in the Rabo Clubkas Campaign. You can read below how it…
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Marieke in LINDA
News-wise it is a bit of a quiet season for the Folklore at the moment. But now we have news! Our Miss, Marieke van Noorden,…
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The last Kroniek of 2017 is out!
The new West-Friese Kroniek is out. The 4th and final issue of the 2017 Folklore year. In this extra-thick Kroniek, among…
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Another fine cheque from the Kroniek
Last Monday evening the Folklore held its annual evaluation with the various working groups at Bistro Smul - Smultaria. On…
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Siem and Marja on TV
On Thursday 28 September, the programme "Hoop geloof en een hoop liefde" features the West Frisian market with, among others,…
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Returning clothing, bonnets and prams
The season is drawing to a close, so here are the dates for returning the clothing, bonnets and prams borrowed from the…
- Summary of the 2017 season A fine contribution from Schagen FM: a bird's-eye summary of 2017.
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Farewell to Arie Brak
After looking after the animal stall at the West Frisian market for 20 years, Arie Brak has decided enough is enough. On the…
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Free lunch for volunteers on the closing day
Invitation to all volunteers and everyone who walks in the parade. On Thursday 31 August the 2017 season will already be over.…
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Ring tilting results
Click on the photo to enlarge the notice.
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Ring tilting participants list
Here is the list of participants for this coming Thursday. Update Wednesday 16-08-2017 19:50: 2 horse-drawn teams have dropped…
- Video of Children's Day Thank you, Kitty Mertz, for your lovely video report.
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3 pairs of clogs missing
Last Thursday, 3 pairs of children's clogs were probably put into the wrong bicycle bag: that of our secretary, Arie Groen. If…
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Kroniek number 2 is out!
The second issue of the West-Friese Kroniek of the 2017 Folklore year is out. Among other things, this Kroniek features the…
- Video of the fourth West Frisian Thursday Watch the video of the fourth Thursday, the day of traditional costume, made by Kitty Mertz.
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Children's dance group
The children of the 60-year-old children's dance group have all been given a lovely booklet so they can do all kinds of fun…
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Sign up for ring tilting on Thursday 17 August
To sign up for the ring tilting on 17 August, go to our board page (top right), where you can download the form.
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Skilderendevort
Skilderendevort (West Frisian for "painting away"), which was to be organised on 27 July, 3 and 10 August, unfortunately…
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Simon Kroone
Tomorrow, 6 July, at around 09:45 we will pause in the Muziektuin to remember Simon Kroone, who has passed away.
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Kroniek cheque
Last Thursday, during the opening meal, the Folklore once again received a fine cheque from the Stichting Kroniek. Annette…
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First Kroniek of 2017 is out!
The first Kroniek of 2017 is out! Curious? Take out a subscription and support our foundation 100%. For €30 a year you receive…
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Help wanted at Sail
Dear .... From 22 to 25 June 2017 I will be at Willemsoord in Den Helder with two stalls to promote our Folklore Thursdays.…
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Miss election, why not join in!
Miss election, why not join in! For many people the Miss election is a big step; we all walk in the parade, but really…
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Annual general meeting
Yesterday we had a very well-attended annual general meeting in the Oude Slot. All agenda items were dealt with fairly quickly…
- Newsletter 2 2017 STICHTING BEVORDERING WESTFRIESE FOLKLORE SCHAGEN 25 May 2017 In about two months we will kick off the 64th folklore season.…
- Annual report 2016 The 2016 annual report is online and you can download it by clicking here; the file will appear in your downloads and at the…
- Promotion at Bloeiend Zijpe Today, during Bloeiend Zijpe, there was also a checkpoint promoting the Folklore. Here is a small impression, with thanks to…
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Children's dance group has started
Today the 60-year-old children's dance group, led by Astrid Neve, started practising for the upcoming West Frisian markets.…
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Learn to put on a bonnet?
Want to learn how to put on a bonnet yourself? You can: sign up before 15 May with Marja Hogenes, email: robenmarja@gmail.com…
- Newsletter 2017 01 STICHTING BEVORDERING WESTFRIESE FOLKLORE IN SCHAGEN NEWSLETTER NUMBER 1. 3 April 2017 In about three months we will kick off…
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Help with the children's bread meal
Help wanted with the children's bread meal during the West Frisian Thursdays. Who would like to help? Interested? Ask for more…
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Jos hangs up his bowler hat
Today Jos hung up his bowler hat for good. His bowler hat hangs in a fine row with those of Gert Pater, Joop Schouten, Joop…
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Arnold van der Wardt has passed away
At the last annual general meeting in 2016 we said goodbye to 89-year-old Arnold van der Wardt as the regular accordionist of…
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Year-end bonanza
YEAR-END BONANZA FOR THE FOLKLORE Today the board was pleasantly surprised with a magnificent donation of €10,000 from…
- Can you help us find it? On Sunday 11 December, during the bead knitting at the Christmas fair, a 100-year-old shawl was stolen from the West Frisian…
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Rienk Mud to become chairman
At the annual general meeting of the Stichting ter bevordering van de Westfriese folklore in Schagen (Foundation for the…
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New Kroniek
The new West-Friese Kroniek is out The 4th and final issue of the 2016 Folklore year. This extra-thick Kroniek contains an…
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Another cheque from the Kroniek
Last night, Wednesday, the Folklore's evaluation evening took place at Smultaria. Fortunately it was a good-news show, with a…
- Ring tilting start list for this Thursday NAME – LANCER 1. Gerda Mak/’T VELD – Samantha Schipper 2. Rob Rentinck/DIRKSHORN – Trudy Rentinck 3. H. van…
- Newsletter 5 STICHTING BEVORDERING WESTFRIESE FOLKLORE IN SCHAGEN (Foundation for the Promotion of West Frisian Folklore) NEWSLETTER NUMBER…
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Ring tilting registration
On 18 August the Folklore’s ring tilting takes place around the church in Schagen. Turnouts that would still like to take part…
- Buy tickets for the Guest Day TICKETS FOR THE GUEST DAY Thursday 4 August is Guest Day again. Everyone in West Frisian costume is warmly welcome to join…
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Anneke Molenaar on Schagen FM
Tomorrow, Sunday 17 June, our new presenter Anneke Molenaar, who will succeed Jos van Leeuwen next year, will be on Schagen…
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Cheques for the Folklore
Fine cheques for the Folklore. During the meal Menno Veldboer of Veko Light Systems presented a cheque for €5,000. This was…
- Newsletter 4 2016 STICHTING BEVORDERING WESTFRIESE FOLKLORE IN SCHAGEN (Foundation for the Promotion of West Frisian Folklore) NEWSLETTER NUMBER…
- Report on the Miss election With thanks to Schagen FM/TV Report by Schagen TV / Schagen FM
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Costume loan has started
The costume loan started today, and it was already nice and busy. See the latest newsletter for the dates for the coming days.
- Newsletter 3, 12 June 2016 STICHTING BEVORDERING WESTFRIESE FOLKLORE IN SCHAGEN (Foundation for the Promotion of West Frisian Folklore) NEWSLETTER NUMBER…
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Farewell
Farewell Last Monday, during a lively annual meeting, we said goodbye to several volunteers. Conny Pronk had been involved for…
- Annual report 2015 Here is the 2015 annual report to download, click on Annual report 2015.
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Anneke Molenaar to succeed Jos
Anneke Molenaar will succeed our presenter Jos van Leeuwen in 2017.
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May newsletter, with important dates
STICHTING BEVORDERING WESTFRIESE FOLKLORE IN SCHAGEN (Foundation for the Promotion of West Frisian Folklore) NEWSLETTER 2. May…
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Sign up for the Miss election
In 5 weeks’ time the new season kicks off again with the Miss election. On Thursday 16 June the annual Miss West Frisian…
- Death of Joop Schilder EXTRA NEWSLETTER STICHTING BEVORDERING WESTFRIESE FOLKLORE IN SCHAGEN (Foundation for the Promotion of West Frisian Folklore)…
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Former presenter Joop Schilder has died
FORMER PRESENTER JOOP SCHILDER HAS DIED. Joop Schilder was very well known in Schagen and the surrounding area, involved in…
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Stage already in place
Our volunteers already laid the stage this morning. The stage will soon also be used by the SES.
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Carriages donated
Schager Weekblad today. Thank you; Sjaak de Jong, Riet Veldman-Groot, Jac Vink and Piet Bregman.
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Sjees back again
Frisian Sjees back in Schagen. After the accident on 20 August last year, the Friese Sjees (a traditional two-wheeled Frisian…
- Newsletter 1 2016 NEWSLETTER 01. April 2016 About three more months and we start the 63rd folklore season. We begin on 30 June and close the…
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Dance with the children’s dance group
WEST FRISIAN FOLKLORE CHILDREN’S DANCE GROUP IS BACK IN REHEARSAL! The new folklore season is coming into view again. Soon the…
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Leaflet 2016
Take a look at the leaflet now. Click on the pictures to enlarge them.
- Newsletter December 2015 Stichting bevordering Westfriese folklore in Schagen (Foundation for the Promotion of West Frisian Folklore) Newsletter no. 6,…
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Help wanted!
Help wanted! We want to make the Day of the Animal 2016 a bit bigger, and for that we need help. Who would like to help us…
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€5,000 cheque for the Folklore from 40-year-old VEKO
Veko Lightsystems 40 years: €5,000 for the Stichting Westfriese Folklore SCHAGEN – A delighted chairman Rob Hogenes of the…
- Newsletter 25 August STICHTING BEVORDERING WESTFRIESE FOLKLORE IN SCHAGEN (FOUNDATION FOR THE PROMOTION OF WEST FRISIAN FOLKLORE). NEWSLETTER 5 –…
- Message from the board Dear Friends of the Folklore, we can now report that 6 of the 7 people injured last Thursday are back home. We hope they will…
- Ring tilting accident As you probably all know by now, a serious accident happened at the ring tilting yesterday: seven people were taken to…
- Ring tilting participants NAME TILTER TYPE OF CARRIAGE 1. Simon Bakker/SCHAGEN Margôt de Old sjees (gig) from 1895 2. John de Wit/SCHAGEN Annelous Mak…
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West Frisian Folklore: Children's Day
Children's Day and old vehicles Once again it promises to be a wonderful, enjoyable day for young and old. Attractive…
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25 tickets still for sale
We still have 25 tickets for sale for the Guest Day. Available at the information stall.
- Newsletter 26 July 2015 STICHTING BEVORDERING WESTFRIESE FOLKLORE IN SCHAGEN (FOUNDATION FOR THE PROMOTION OF WEST FRISIAN FOLKLORE). NEWSLETTER 4 –…
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Children's Day
Preparations for Children's Day (13 August) are also already in full swing, In the photo, Barbara from the organisers of this…
- Tickets for the Guest Day on 6 August On 6 August the traditional West Frisian open-air meal takes place. Everyone in West Frisian costume is welcome: tickets are…
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Climb the church!
You can climb the tower every West Frisian Thursday from 10:00 to 15:00. Adults €1.50, children €0.50. Well worth it for…
- Contact addresses for the various markets Would you like a pitch at one of our markets in the Nieuwstraat? Then you can only register via the following email addresses:…
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€2,500 cheque for the Folklore
Last Saturday the Ronde Tafel Schagen (Round Table) presented several cheques to various good causes, including the Folklore.…
- Newsletter 03 2015, 21 June STICHTING BEVORDERING WESTFRIESE FOLKLORE IN SCHAGEN (FOUNDATION FOR THE PROMOTION OF WEST FRISIAN FOLKLORE). NEWSLETTER 3 –…
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Kirsten Mac Donald-Mooij is the new Miss
After an exciting and wonderful evening in a packed Igesz, Miss 2015 has been chosen. Numbers 1, 2 and 3 of last night's Miss…
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Costume loan has begun
This afternoon the costume loan started; here is a small impression of a metamorphosis from young lady to young West Frisian…
- Video: handing out the bonnets start video.
- Newsletter Summer is on its way! West Frisian blood will be flowing everywhere and slowly but surely we are getting ready for the new…
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A good annual meeting
The season was officially kicked off last night with the annual meeting. Some 50 folklore enthusiasts attended. It was an…
- Annual report 2014 Our annual meeting is on Monday 1 June at 20:00 in Het Oude Slot. Click here to view the annual report and the budget.
- Newsletter 01 2015 STICHTING BEVORDERING WESTFRIESE FOLKLORE IN SCHAGEN (FOUNDATION FOR THE PROMOTION OF WEST FRISIAN FOLKLORE). NEWSLETTER 2015…
- The 2015 leaflet is ready, take a look now! Click the link below to open the leaflet. 2015 leaflet
- Former board member (1974 to 2008) Jan Ligthart has died In Memoriam Never complaining, never asking He reached the age of 84. Sounds old. But in spirit he was a young lad. You could…
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Jan Willem Bosch has died
A few weeks ago we received the news that Jan Willem Bosch had turned out to be seriously ill. On 21 December he died of…
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Strogoff donates €750 to the Folklore
To mark its 100th anniversary, Strogoff Freshfood b.v. recently held an open day at its premises on the Witte Paal. More than…
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West Frisian Folklore in Folklore!
The Westfriese Dansgroep (West Frisian dance group) and West Frisian Folklore are featured prominently in the national…
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Strogoff 100 years
The Folklore congratulates Strogoff on its 100th anniversary. Last Saturday and Sunday the open days there were very busy.…
- Last Kroniek of 2014 is out! In De Kroniek, among other things: - A look back at 2014 - a portrait of the Borst family - a lovely article about Jack van de…
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Jan Bouwes donates €1,000
Jan Bouwes, a true lover of the Folklore, donated €1,000 to the Folklore this afternoon at his farewell as alderman of the…
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Congratulations to the dance group
Last Saturday the Westfriese Dansgroep (West Frisian dance group) received the Westfriesland prize
- Farewell poem by Miss Ina Broekhuizen-Slot Acht bijzond’re donderdage ging ik bloid nei zonnig Skagen, stapte op en kreeg een kontje en den rede we een rondje. Deftig…
- Heritage Day at Vreeburg, 13 September IN VREEBURG: WASTE NOT, WANT NOT…………… Monuments teach us about the past, and that is why monuments should be preserved for the…
- Newsletter no. 4 WESTFRIESE FOLKLORE SCHAGEN NEWSLETTER NO. 4, AUGUST 2014 Two more Thursdays to go and the 2014 season will already be over.…
- Closing day: fun on the square “Fun on the square” could be the motto of this closing day. To thank all the volunteers for their fantastic efforts over the…
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Full ring tilting results
Below are the results of the ring tilting; the numbers correspond to the list of participants in a previous news item. Click…
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See Schagen from above?
From 10:00 to 15:00 every West Frisian Thursday the church can be climbed for a small fee.
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List of ring tilting participants
Here is the list of participants. Click on it to enlarge the list!
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Another fine Kroniek is out!
The new West-Friese Kroniek is out The 3rd issue of 2014. In this Kroniek, among other things: - A large article about the…
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Volunteers' evening 12 September
Every volunteer is invited. Click on the photo to see it properly. You can register until 5 September.
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Folklore at the Opmeer agricultural day
Today the Folklore and Vreeburg promoted Schagen, together with VVV Top van Holland (tourist office), Anton and Gerard from…
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Blije Voeten wins market traders' contest
Today the market pitchmen also put their best foot forward. Of the 16 participating pitchmen, Blije Voeten (“Happy Feet”) came…
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De Uienhoop CD for sale
The CD was made with financial help from the Heeren van Scaghen. All proceeds benefit the Folklore. The CD costs €10 and has…
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New Kroniek is out!!!
The new West-Friese Kroniek is out The 2nd issue of 2014. In this Kroniek, among other things: - An extensive look back at the…
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Top team in Den Helder
Last weekend the Folklore was promoted in Den Helder by an enthusiastic Folklore team, Saskia, Jan and Kees. That way this…
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Thank you, Kroniek
Thank you, Kroniek, for your wonderful cheque on the opening day. Become a true friend of the Folklore and take out a…
- Facebook For the latest news, you can of course always become our friend on FaceBook. https://www.facebook.com/westfriese.folkloreschagen
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Ina Broekhuizen is the new Miss
Ina Broekhuizen is the new Miss.
- Ina Broekhuizen is the new Miss Ina Broekhuizen is the new Miss
- Contestants in the Miss election CONTESTANTS MISS ELECTION 2014 1. Gijsje Drost Broek op Langedijk 2. Ina Broekhuizen-Slot Wognum 3. Brigitte Kittinger…
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Coachmen get together
This evening, after the nerve-racking match against Australia, it was time once again for the coachmen to get together for the…
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First Kroniek of 2014 is out!
The new West-Friese Kroniek is out The 1st issue of 2014. In this Kroniek, among other things: - An extensive article about…
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Costume loan has started
This evening the costume ladies once again dressed young and old, men and women, beautifully in costume.
- Loan dates 2014 The costume loan dates are: Monday 16 June 14:00-16:00. Monday 16 June 19:00-21:00. Tuesday 17 June 19:00-21:00…
- Newsletter no. 2, May 2014 By clicking here. You can also subscribe to our newsletter by clicking NIEUWSBRIEF (newsletter) at the bottom left of the main…
- Like us on Facebook As an enthusiastic folklore fan you can now also follow us on FaceBook; click here to become a Friend of the West Frisian…
- Register for the Miss election Ladies who would like to show off their West Frisian costume can once again register for the Miss election on 19 June at…
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Who can help!
Are there a few handy men who can solve this problem?
- Yearbook 2013-2014 View the 2013-2014 yearbook by clicking here .
- Take a sneak peek at the 2014 leaflet! By clicking here you can already view the leaflet for 2014.
- Become our friend on Facebook The Folklore is now also on FaceBook: become our friend and stay up to date with the latest news!. Click on the link below…
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Dance along with the children's dance group
WESTFRIESE FOLKLORE CHILDREN'S DANCE GROUP IS STARTING REHEARSALS AGAIN! The new West Frisian folklore season is in sight…
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Bonnet club
The Folklore carries on all year round, not only the men who maintain the carts, but also the ladies who maintain the bonnets.…
- Dates 2014 Under Day programme (dagprogramma) on the left-hand side you can already find the 2014 dates.
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Nice piece in the Schager Krant, 21 September
Below is a piece from the Schager Krant that we did not want to keep from you; click on it to enlarge.
- Newsletter 7 Click here to read newsletter 7.
- Return dates for costumes and bonnets Return dates for costumes, bonnets and prams You can return your borrowed West Frisian clothing on the dates below: Costumes:…
- Newsletter 6 Open newsletter 6 here
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Brooch lost
Last Thursday, 15 August, one of the participants in the parade lost a brooch (see photo). Who, oh who, might have found it so…
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Climb the tower
Every West Frisian Thursday you have the opportunity, for a small fee, to climb the tower on the Markt in Schagen. From the…
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€15,000 from De Kroniek!!!
The Stichting ter Bevordering Westfriese Folklore (Foundation for the Promotion of West Frisian Folklore) has received a very…
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The new West-Friese Kroniek is out
The new West-Friese Kroniek is out. The 2nd issue of 2013, already the 10th volume! In this Kroniek, among other things: - An…
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In memoriam: Cor Borst
This week, after a short but severe illness, Mr C. Borst from Heerhugowaard died at the age of 76. For many years Cor Borst…
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Birthday boy at De Uienhoop
On the 3rd West Frisian Thursday (Thursday 18 July / Animal Day) the ever-youthful saxophonist of De Uienhoop celebrated his…
- Newsletter number 5 You can also subscribe to the newsletter by clicking ”nieuwsbrief” (newsletter) at the bottom left of the main menu; you will…
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Wanted and found: beautiful wooden crates!
Last week we made an appeal for 5 wooden crates for the flat cart of the information stall, because the plastic crates are not…
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New series of picture postcards released
The Stichting West-Friese Folklore has released a new series of picture postcards, partly in connection with its 60th…
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Wanted: about 5 auction crates
the Folklore organisation is looking for someone who still has five or so auction crates/bulb crates/potato crates in their…
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Generous cheque for the Folklore from IBS
SCHAGEN - Chairman Rob Hogenes and programme manager Jos van Leeuwen, on behalf of the board of the Stichting West-Friese…
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First Kroniek of 2013 is out!
The new West-Friese Kroniek is out The 1st issue of 2013, already the 10th volume! In this Kroniek, among other things: - An…
- 1,000 visitors last week Last week 1,000 people already looked at our site, and that while the West Frisian Thursdays have not even started yet. After…
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Folklore at Sail
On Thursday the Folklore was also present at Sail to promote the Folklore and Schagen and to bring them to the attention of…
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Folklore delighted with cheques
During the Miss election the Folklore was delighted with 2 fine cheques. On behalf of Creatief Westfries, Anja Zander donated…
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Jessica de Vos is Miss 2013
Jessica de Vos from Medemblik was crowned Miss Westfriese Folklore 2013 this evening. In the packed and warm hall of Markt 15,…
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Coachmen's meeting
This evening, 19 June, was the annual coachmen's meeting. This time in the Rijtuigenmuseum (Carriage Museum). The meeting was…
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Unveiling of the notice board at the Carriage Museum
Today, 18 June, the notice board was unveiled by the men of the maintenance team. The board will be used for the latest news…
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20 June: Miss Westfriese Markt election
On Thursday 4 July the new Folklore season starts, already the 60th year! Traditionally the Costume show forms the “kick-off”…
- Information on borrowing costumes and prams Dates for borrowing West Frisian folklore costumes 2013 The first West Frisian Thursday takes place on 4 July. The last one is…
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Construction of the dance floor
The municipality of Schagen started building the dance stage for our West Frisian dance group for the markets today (Monday 3…
- Leaflet 2013 Click here to see the 2013 leaflet.
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Summary of the annual meeting of 27 May
The annual meeting of the Stichting bevordering Westfriese folklore (Foundation for the Promotion of West Frisian Folklore) in…
- Newsletter 3 View the newsletter here. You can also subscribe to the newsletter by clicking on ”newsletter” at the bottom left of the main…
- Invitation to the annual meeting The Folklore's annual meeting is on Monday 27 May in the Oude SLot, and we warmly invite you to attend. The documents and…
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The children's dance group starts again
WEST FRISIAN FOLKLORE CHILDREN'S DANCE GROUP IS REHEARSING AGAIN! The new (60th!) West Frisian folklore season is coming into…
- Newsletter 2 Click here for the newsletter
- First newsletter of 2013 View the newsletter here Not yet subscribed to the newsletter? Click on ”Newsletter” at the bottom left of the main menu and…
- Subscribe to the newsletter Would you like to stay informed about the West Frisian Folklore? Then subscribe to our newsletter by clicking on ”Newsletter”…
- The last Kroniek of 2012 is out! The new West-Friese Kroniek is out! The 4th and final issue of 2012. This extra-thick Kroniek features, among other things: -…
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Lions Schagen supports the Folklore
Last summer Lions Club Schagen sold bottles of water on the 10 West Frisian Thursdays in aid of the Folklore. The proceeds…
- We're calling it a day! ”We Kappen ermee” (a pun: ‘we’re calling it a day’ / ‘kap’ = bonnet). A fine report on the Folklore on Schagen Vandaag, click…
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Nuttert retiring?
As you may have seen or heard in the various media, the horse that walked in the parade for many years, pulling De Uienhoop…
- New Kroniek is out! The new West-Friese Kroniek is out! The 3rd issue of 2012. This Kroniek features, among other things: - A very extensive…
- Clothing return dates Return dates for clothing hired from the Foundation: Wednesday 5 September from 14:00 to 16:00 Thursday 6 September from 9:30…
- Invitation to the closing day WEST FRISIAN FOLKLORE CLOSING DAY 30 AUGUST 2012 Dear West Frisians, 30 August is already the last parade of the season! As…
- Ring tilting video Last Thursday Ramond den Boef also made a video of the ring tilting, click here.
- Ring tilting results The ring tilting: 1. B.G. Duipmans from Zuidermeer with ring tilter Lydia Rood-Klaver in a German hunting wagon from 1890 (4…
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Lions in action for the Folklore
Just like last year, Lions Club Schagen is selling bottles of water on the folklore days. All proceeds go to the Folklore,…
- Photo information The photos on our site were taken by our house photographer Ramond den Boef; if you have any questions, it is best to contact…
- 2nd Kroniek of 2012 is out! The new West-Friese Kroniek is out! The 2nd issue of 2012. This Kroniek features, among other things: - A very extensive look…
- Tickets for the guest day Tickets for the meal on the guest day of 2 August are available at the Folklore information stall on the West Frisian…
- Newsletter 3 You can also subscribe to the newsletter: click on Newsletter at the bottom left of the main menu. We're off! The first West…
- Opening day photos The photos of the opening day are online too! Click on photos at the bottom left and the rest speaks for itself.
- Opening day video This video is on the NHD website. Many thanks to the NHD. Click here
- Thank you, Kroniek and Rabobank On the first day of the season the board of the Folklore was delighted with donations from the Kroniek and the Rabobank. The…
- Bonnets still available, Tuesday 19:30 A few ear irons (the metal headpieces worn under the bonnet) with bonnets are still available for hire during the West Frisian…
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First Kroniek of 2012 is out!
The new West-Friese Kroniek is out! The 1st issue of 2012, already the 9th volume. This Kroniek features, among other things:…
- Help wanted! HELP WANTED FOR THE CHILDREN'S BREAD MEAL Who would like to help us organise the children's bread meal on the Markt (in front…
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Aljona Terzi Miss 2012
This evening, Thursday 14 June, Aljona Terzie was chosen as Miss West Frisian Market 2012. 23 ladies took part in the…
- Newsletter 1 NEWSLETTER no. 1 Costume show & Miss election On Thursday evening 14 June the time will have come. From 20:00 the annual West…
- Tower wardens wanted! During the West Frisian markets, visitors to and residents of the municipality of Schagen can climb the town tower on the…
- Costume show latest news! The West Frisian Folklore season starts again on 28 June. For ten Thursdays Schagen will be all about the parade and the…
- Sign up for the Newsletter! Since 14 May you can sign up for our newsletter. This way we can keep you well informed of the latest news about the Folklore.…
- Cycle with the RABO and help the Folklore On Saturday 9 June the RABO bank is organising its annual sponsored bike ride. As a Foundation we have an account with the…
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Thank you, Makado!
This afternoon a delegation from our board received a cheque from the Makado shopping centre. The traditional billiards…
- Annual reports The 2011 annual report for the annual meeting of 14 May can be collected from the v.d. Voort Groep in the Herenbosstraat or…
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See new photos (160) of the hard work going on
The men of the carriage fleet work hard all year round to maintain and restore the carriages. Among other things, new wheels…
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Children's dance group starts again
WEST FRISIAN FOLKLORE CHILDREN'S DANCE GROUP IS REHEARSING AGAIN! The new West Frisian folklore season is coming into view.…
- Leaflet 2012 Click here to open the leaflet
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A pat on the back for the clothing ladies
Last week the ladies of the clothing loft received a pat on the back from the Odd Fellows from Schagen. The ladies were…
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Thank you, Lions
Last Wednesday the board of the Folklore was surprised with a cheque from Lions Club Schagen. As you may have seen, the Lions…
- Support the Folklore As a guest of the West Frisian Folklore you can also support the Folklore. You can make a voluntary donation in the milk churn…
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That's it for another year
Another folklore season has come to an end... It seems only a short while ago that we were enjoying the first folklore…
- Opening day video The Schager Courant was also very much present on the opening day. There is also a nice video on the NHD website; if you click…
- Kroniek presents cheque to the Folklore During the opening meal of the West Frisian Folklore, ”Miss Kroniek” Annette Tesselaar presented the board of the Folklore…
- Lions water campaign for the Folklore This year the Lions club in Schagen is at the 10 Thursday markets for a good cause, namely the Folklore. The Lions have a…
- Miss election registration update This year the Miss election takes place at Markt 15 on Thursday 16 June. Ladies who want to take part, or just want to show…
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Church platform backdrop spruced up
On Saturday 4 June a number of board members and volunteers worked hard on the backdrop at the church platform, where ”ome…
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Church platform backdrop
This Saturday from 14:00 the board and a number of volunteers will paint the backdrop at the church platform, with paint etc.…
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Thank you, Albert Heijn
Last Wednesday 24 November Albert Heijn in Schagen reopened after a major refurbishment. AH Schagen has a soft spot for the…
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Cheque for the Folklore
On Wednesday morning the West Frisian Folklore in Schagen received a cheque for €1,500 from estate agent Westhuis from…
- Ring tilting video With thanks to Schagen FM for this fine report.
