HOST-IFES Groningen

12/10/2023

09/06/2022

Our last 'Food for Thought' before the summer holidays. On the 16th of June we'll get together for a nice dinner (with summer vibes) good company, and again an inspiring topic to discuss.

You can sign-up here or send us a message: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/food-for-thought-tickets-360404839577

Registration is free, but during the evening we ask for a small contribution of 2 euros for the food. This way we can continue organizing these kinds of activities.

21/04/2022

Welcome tomorrow on a HOST night!
In everything that's happening in the world and in your life, how and where can we see purpose? How to make sense of it?
Welcome to join the conversation and drop by at SKLO building, Kraneweg 33 from 7pm!

31/03/2022

FOOD FOR THOUGHT!

This time not on Monday but on Friday April 8. Welcome from 7 PM onwards for dinner in a relaxed atmosphere, good company and inspiring topics to discuss.

You can sign-up here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/food-for-thought-tickets-311059536447

Registration is free, but during the evening we ask for a small contribution of 2 euros for the food. This way we can continue organizing these kinds of activities.

14/03/2022

Next, LET'S MOVIE IT! (Friday, March 25th) we'll watch and discuss the movie 'Robot and Frank' (2012), directed by Jake Schreier. A movie about technology, Artificial intelligence, and elderly care.

Doors are open from 7 PM onwards and we start the movie at 7:30 PM. You can sign-up here: https://www.eventbrite.nl/e/lets-movie-it-robot-and-frank-tickets-296696335727

10/03/2022

INFO NIGHT - MARCH 30th

We're starting a new International Alpha Course this Spring. Alpha is a course that creates a space where people are excited to bring their friends for a conversation about faith, life, meaning, and God.
Every evening has a different topic, but we always start with a good meal.

March 30th we're organizing an info night where you can get a taste of what Alpha is like and where you can ask all your questions.

The evening starts at 8 PM at SKLO, snacks, and drinks are provided.

If you have any questions in the meantime, send us an e-mail ([email protected])

09/03/2022

Next week it Passionweek in Groningen. Throughout the week you can listen to different talks around the question 'Your future what about it?', adressing faith, purpose, the meaning of life etc.

On March 16th SKLO (Kraneweg 33) is opening it's doors for you to come, watch and discuss a talk about 'How to live a meaningful life' by Prof. dr Benno van den Toren. He is a professor in intercultural theology and minister in Groningen.

We'll provide pizza and snacks. The only thing you have to do is to let us know that you're coming!

18/02/2022

Join us next Friday (the 25th of February) for Let's movie it

This time we'll watch the movie 'Welcome', which depicts the story of Bilal who sets off on an adventure-filled journey across Europe and wants to get to England to see his love who lives there.

Doors open at 7 PM and we start the movie at 7:30 PM.

You can sign-up here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lets-movie-it-welcome-2009-tickets-272580013157

16/02/2022

Dinner in a relaxed atmosphere, good company, and inspiring topic to discuss.... that's Food for Thought!
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Join us next Monday the 21st of February!
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Registration is free, but during the evening we ask for a small contribution of 2 euros for the food. This way we can continue organizing these kinds of activities.
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If you'd like to join, please sign-up here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/food-for-thought-tickets-269755956327

11/02/2022

Join us for a conversation about Hope, inspired by a diverse range of Artworks.
We'll close off with some snacks and drinks.

Hope to see you this Thursday 5PM at SKLO!
You can sign-up here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/here-we-art-hope-tickets-266983654297

22/01/2022

FOOD FOR THOUGHT IS BACK!

Join us this Friday for some good food and conversations!

~ When will it ever be (good) enough? ~
You've achieved a lot already. But still. There is yet enough to wish for. When will it ever be (good) enough?
This evening (after a relaxed and good meal) we will discuss ideas and exercises on how to appreciate what you already have. And we will take a look at the importance of gratitude. What is it? An emotion or perhaps more a skill, that we could train?

Welcome Friday 6:30 PM 33!

Sign-up: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/food-for-thought-when-will-it-ever-be-good-enough-tickets-251898333697

Registration is free, but during the evening we ask for a small contribution of 2 euros for the food. This is to make sure that we can continue organizing these kinds of activities.

12/01/2022

HI! It's 2022 and time for something new: 'Meet & Eat' (students), in cooperation with Ichthus Groningen

We know Corona can make the evenings at home long and sometimes lonely. That is why we are so excited to announce an upcoming event on February 3: Meet & Eat. This will be a chance for international students and Dutch students from Ichthus to get to know one another. The plan for the evening is to put international students and Dutch students in small groups to cook, eat and play games together. Your group will gather at one of the Dutch students' houses.

It is going to be a really fun night with good food, a chance to practice some dutch, and an opportunity to make some new friends!!

Sign up via this google form before January 29: https://forms.gle/H9ux6n8tQPiLzG4y6

We can't wait to see you!

26/12/2021

"Even though we could not meet physically we hope this online christmas service will help you experience light and hope in this season"
Welcome to watch and celebrate the coming of light into the world with us!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3RUNeyjwy5c

Vineyard Groningen, Grace Church and HOST-IFES invite you to join the Online International Christmas Service on Christmas Eve!Christmas is all about hope, lo...

10/12/2021

🌟 Get in the Christmas spirit with HOST! 🌟

Welcome on the 18th of December at SKLO (Kraneweg 33) for a pre-Christmas gathering!

From 1-3 PM SKLO is open for lunch, (board) games, and of course Christmas music! 🎲🎶

We'll take care of the drinks and some food, but we'd love you to bring something as well (maybe from your own culture/Christmas traditions). Because the more the merrier. :) If you have some nice games at home, feel free to bring them as well!

Sign-up here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/christmas-with-host-lunch-tickets-225865328277

From 3-5 PM you're welcome to watch a Christmas movie. Of course with some nice hot chocolate, cookies, and more. 🎬🍪

Sign-up here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/christmas-with-host-movie-tickets-225875227887

You're welcome to join only for lunch or for the movie, or to stay the entire afternoon :) (In that case please sign-up for both of the activities).

Hope to see you on the 18th!

07/12/2021

Christmas! ⭐ It's the most wonderful time of the year. So they say. Yet, as an international, home may feel further away than ever, and December just feels overwhelming or alone. Therefore, we would like to celebrate Christmas together!

Vineyard Groningen, Grace Church, and HOST-IFES invite you to the International Christmas Service at the iconic Martini Church. This service is organized for people from all nations, residing in the Groningen area, to celebrate the coming of the Light into the world. 🌟

You can sign-up here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/international-christmas-service-tickets-220534965017

For the latest information about this event and the corona measures we are taking at this event, please see www.vineyardgroningen.com/christmas.

17/11/2021

HOST Lunch Talk - Selfcare as a student

Friday November 26th, 12-1PM (SKLO)

A big part of the student population faces mental health issues. Depression, fatigue and stress being the top 3. How can we take better care of ourselves? Come to this lunch talk to learn more about it!

Due to the new corona regulations we're currently not able to organize any evening activities in the building where we normally get together (SKLO). Therefore, we've come up with an alternative 'Lunch Talks'.

The idea is to get together for lunch, meet some new people, relax and discuss an interesting topic. We'll provide drinks and a nice cup of soup, extra lunch you may bring yourself. You're welcome at noon! Between 12:15 PM and 12:25 PM we reserve some time for conversation, after which you can leave or stay back a bit longer.

You can sign-up here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/host-lunch-talk-selfcare-as-a-student-tickets-209712113577

02/11/2021

Navigators Studentenvereniging Groningen is inviting us to join for their Conneccie Night. A wonderful opportunity for Dutch and International students to connect!

Would you like to get to know some Dutch students or discover what a typical Dutch student association looks like? Join us on the 9th!

25/10/2021

Join us this Wednesday for our next Here we ART meeting!

At Here we ART we share coffee & cookies and discuss an interesting thought-provoking topic inspired by works of Art. This time about the what and why of 'Chill'.

If you don't wanna miss out on some nice work of art and good conversations, join us this Wednesday (27th of October) at 4PM, at Kranweg 33 (SKLO building). The nice smell of coffee, tea and cookies will be waiting for you!

29/09/2021

🥐 HOST ☕️ HEMA-Breakfast 🥞

Welcome to join us this Saturday for a relaxed breakfast at HEMA! A great way to start your day and to meet some new people.

We meet each other in front of the HEMA (Herestraat) at 9:30 AM.

(Please note that the HEMA requires proof of vaccination or negative test).

13/09/2021

TEMPORARY HOUSING FOR INTERNATIONALS AVAILABLE 🏡

Dear international student in search of housing,

Finding housing in Groningen as an international student can be challenging, especially at a time when many others are looking. If you’re stressed out about finding a place to stay, we might be able to help you. We, Tirtsa and Alexandra, are student workers for IFES. Through our network in local churches, we can connect you to local Dutch families who would like to offer you temporary housing for about two months. During that time, you can focus on your studies and keep looking for a more permanent place without the stress of impending homelessness.
Some more information: Some of these families are located outside of Groningen city, so there might be a commute (30 min) involved. Rent is very reasonable.
If this is something that might help you or someone you know, you can contact us at [email protected] or [email protected]

Best,
Alexandra and Tirtsa

09/09/2021

HOST-EVENING: "DISCOVER THE DUTCH"

Wanna get more insights into what makes the Dutch Dutch? The traditions, attitudes, motivations, traditional games etc. Be there!

You can sign-up here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/host-evening-discovering-the-dutch-tickets-170310809215

31/08/2021

'FOOD FOR THOUGHT'

Together with GSp we are organizing our first activity of the year 'Food for thought'. A dinner in a relaxed atmosphere, good company, and inspiring topics to discuss. We look forward to meeting you at the Kraneweg 33. Welcome!

Due to the corona regulations and because we want to make sure we'll have enough food, we ask you to sign-up for this evening:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tickets-food-for-thought-169069997915

18/06/2021

Less than 2 hours to go! At the start there will be a good chance at some rain, however the thunderstorm should have passed Groningen by then.
Make sure to dress rain-proof or cool with a nice umbrella. :)

See you in a few!

MEETING PLACE: https://goo.gl/maps/PqbsK6utCqPrLtKE8

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17/06/2021

Interested in becoming a board member? Or maybe just interested in getting to know more about what happens behind the scenes?
Watch all of our videos during the next weeks to get some exclusive, inside information!

This week: a HOST description and our call for new board members... Interested in being a part of next year's board: [email protected]
https://youtu.be/FXEGsbhDCfk

A little something about what the board as a whole does.

10/06/2021

Small change of plans, next event will start at 8PM! Make sure to fill in our form: https://surveyheart.com/form/60bcb559541d284409322be7

Our Walk & Talk adventure continues.

25/05/2021

Hey! Here is the link for the P&P tonight. We start at 8 pm. I hope to see a lot of you (digitally)! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TeXOKkOdijY

21/05/2021

Our event starts half an hour later.
We look forward to seeing you at 7.30pm!

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17/05/2021

Friday is our next event! We are going to play different games and you can win a prize. You do not want to miss this!

25/04/2021

Join us the 30th of April for our walk and talk. Your opportuniy to meet new people and talk about interesting topics. At 7.30PM we gather in the Noorderplantsoen at the muziekkoepel. Host provides prepackaged cookies/snacks!!

19/04/2021

Join us the 30th of April for our walk and talk. Your opportuniy to meet new people and talk about interesting topics. At 7.30PM we gather in the Noorderplantsoen at the muziekkoepel. Host provides cookies/snacks