Nyt fra Vejle Kommune
 
 
Dear all, 
 
 
March is here and with it the complete closure of many Covid-19 restrictions/services.  
 
Keep yourself updated at https://en.coronasmitte.dk/ - e.g. there are still rules on entering Denmark. 
   
Kind Regards Louise 
 
 
 

Torsdagsselskabet / Thursday Society

 
 
March 3rd you are invites to the Thursday Society at Spinderihallerne.
 
Time for board game night or if you want to show your moves you can join SALSATION. 
 
It is also possible to eat your dinner - to reduce waste of food, the menu will be "left overs from the week" (first come, first serve). 
 
Check Spinderihallerne's SoMe for coming Thursday Societies! 
 
Read more at the event's facebook page
 
 

Bingo at Street Food Vejle

 
 
March 3rd and 19th is bingo time at Vejle Street Food. On Saturday the 19th the event is for families with children. 
 
Follow Street Food Vejle's facebook page to keep yourself updated on coming events. 
 
Find the events and requirements to participate
 
 

Småbørnsswing (age 0-4)

 
Time for SWING for babies and toddlers again. 
 
At småbørnsswing (baby an toddler swing) you can experience what music, song and play means for your child’s motivity and senses.  
 
In March there will be two session you can join; in Vejle (March 5th) and Egtved (March 19th). 
 
The sessions will be in Danish – feel free to contact the local library if you have questions about this. The fee is 25kr per child (adults free of charge). 
 
Read more and book your tickets (for both adult and child)
 
 

Øluniverset

 
On March 5th you can attend Øluniverset (the beer universe).
 
It’s a ”hyggelig” one day festival, where visitors can embark on a discovery into a new universe filled with all the best in beer and other fine delights.
 
The festival will take place at Spinderihallerne, which originally functioned as the city's cotton spinning factory. Today the combination of a raw and authentic framework mixed with modern architecture sets the perfect base for creating a unique and exciting festival experience for you as a guest.
 
Read more and buy your ticket here (scroll down for English)
 
 

Nørklecafé - every Monday

Next time - March 7th

 
Enjoy an few hours with other "nørklere" at Vejle Library´s weekly nørklecafé.
 
Every Monday at 15-17 (3-5pm) you can drop by the library to knit, crochet, embroide or do other needlework together with others who love to "nørkle". 
 
Nørkle is a word often used in Danish for doing things that require time and patience - NOTE that you do not have to be an expert to join these sessions - it is for everyone, beginners as well as the experienced.
 
If you have any questions before you join, you are welcome to contact Else Zakarias from the library: phone: 40428768 or email ez@vejlebib.dk
 
Joining is free of charge!  
 
Read more about the Nørklecafé
 
 

Father group - every Wednesday

 
Stop by Vejle Library for play and fun with your child, when they invite fathers and their child to “Dad's playroom” every Wednesday between 11-13 (11am-1pm).
 
The offer is open to all fathers with children aged 0-3 years. You can join when it suits you during opening hours - so stop by for a coffee with the other fathers. (There are room for the prams).
 
The library informs that the group would love international fathers to join!
 
Find the coming dates
 
 

Huge Co-creation project at FabLab-Spinderihallerne

March 9th-10th and 14th-16th. – are you joining?

 
Soon, the sky in Spinderihallerne will be covered by “The Cloud” – a new art-tech installation, created by artist and interaction designer jacob Remin – and you can join by helping us build it!
 
The Cloud consists of hundreds of floating micro-boards, equipped with thousands of LEDs, all connected with myriads of Ethernet cables and its own server. In its final form, The Cloud will take up a space of 7 x 5 meters, floating 4 meters above the ground. Part of the installation is ready, but we still need to assemble a major part of the boards and put them together in modules. 
 
You can sign up for slot of min 2 hours – and more, of cause by clicking this link
 
We’ll ensure a steady supply of sandwiches, coffee and cake and all co-creators will have their names engraved on a permanent board accompanying the installation.
 
The artist behind the installation, Jacob Remin, will be present and instruct us how to assemble the micro boards. No technical skills required! All you need is a little bit of patience and a mood for good company with other co-creators. Nerd, art lover, eager to meet new people….anyone can join.
 
If you want to learn more and join the project, please contact Eva Sommer from Spinderihallerne: evsha@vejle.dk // mobile 22 50 24 92.  
 
 

Workshop at BRYG: Make your own pearl bracelets

 
Whimsical pearl bracelets in spring pastels! with Junette Bay.
 
Join the workshop on March 16th and make bracelets with old and new pearls. Combined with new materials, you can make bracelets that are trending right now.
 
Price DKK 50 per bracelet – pay during the workshop.
 
Remember to book a table by text to Maria: 26336301. Please write how many seats you want to book and a name.
 
Read more at the workshop event page
 
 

Friday Bar at BRYG

 
Stop by BRYG for Friday bar on March 18th.
 
BRYG offers bottled Tuborg beer for 20dkr and bottled 1664 Blanc beer for 30. There will also be drinks, cozy atmosphere and good music.
 
Alcohol will only be served to people over 18.
 
Read more at the Friday bar's event page
 
 

ABC’s of Networking and Active LinkedIn - March 21st

 

As Internationals, you will often face the reality of having to reshape or enhance your professional identity. Using networking and LinkedIn as branding tools is a great opportunity to emphasize your skills and talents.

The focus of this workshop is to provide you with knowledge and tools on how to expand your network, as well as create and maintain an active LinkedIn profile. A LinkedIn account is a must not a want. Together, we will discuss and learn about tricks and tips to improve your LinkedIn account. Finally, if you do not have an account set up, we will help you and get you on your way.

Together we will :
• define what networking really means and how to make it work for you
• discuss how to use LinkedIn as an active branding tool
• gain an understanding of what an Active LinkedIn profile is
• develop your knowledge so that you feel comfortable connecting and growing your network on LinkedIn and offline
• work on your LinkedIn profile, Headline, About

The workshop is free of charge. Materials will be provided and the program includes lunch.

 
Read more and sign up for the workshop (mandatory to sign up)
 
 

Repair Cafe - March 29th

 
Do you know the feeling when your kettle breaks down, the leg of a chair breaks or there is a hole in your favorite shirt?
 
You end up throwing it out and buying new, even though you were perfectly happy with the product you had. So why not fix it?
 
In Repair Café you have the opportunity to get help and at the same time learn how to fix things. For everyone - and quite free.
 
Read more at the Repair Café's event page
 
 

The Danish Tax System

 
Is opening your tax assessment notice a nail-biting experience? It doesn't have to be!
 
Join this free Danish Tax System Online Q&A and get familiar with the Danish tax system!
 
You can participate either on March 22nd or April 7th.
 
NOTE that it is mandatory to prepare yourself by watching a video about the Danish tax system!
 
Read more, find link to the video and sign up for the Q&A
 
 

Tour de France in Vejle: Join the community

 

Do you want to participate when Tour de France hits Vejle on July 3rd?

Right now, we are looking for volunteers who wants to be part of the World’s largest bike race. We are looking for people who can help with practical tasks, smiling guides, volunteer team coordinators and many other tasks.

NOTE: To join the community you have to be able to understand Danish.

 
Read more about the volunteer roles and sign up
 
 

Tirsdagsmad / Tuesday Food

 
Enjoy your dinner at Spinderhallerne on Tuesdays (March 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th). 
 
Spinderhallerne will prepare a meal - all you have to do is show up and enjoy it. (50kr for adults - 40kr for children).
 
Do not wait too long to sign up as seating is limited! 
 
Find all dates and buy your tickets here
 

Contact Newcomer Service

 
You are always welcome to contact me if you have any questions about life in Vejle.
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