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Dear all,

March is near - and with it the first official month of spring...

Let's hope the weather also knows this ;)

Below several events - hope you can find some of interest to YOU!

You can also check out Det sker to get the full picture of things happening in Vejle Municipality.

At the webiste What's on in Vejle you can already now see other expats events for the coming months.

Kind Regards Louise

Culture shock and mental health with Nanna Hauch from Expat Hero - March 23rd

On March 23rd at 17.00-20.00 (5-8pm) you can in a mix of speech and workshop gain knowledge and insights on culture shock and the psychological dynamics related to intercultural living.

Nanna gives a light overview of theory of culture shock and how it affects our psychology. The dynamics of transitioning into a new culture can challenge us to a degree where it feels overwhelming.

Participation is free, but you need to sign up.


	Read more and sign up here

Stand Up in English - March 30th

Join us for another fantastic evening of English Stand Up comedy at Spinderihallerne.

We are joined by three professional comedians who will guarantee a hilarious night of quality stand up!

This time featuring Abby Wambaugh, Jefferson Bond and Tushar Kumar.


	Read more about the Stand Up in English at Spinderihallerne

Election for the INTEGRATION COUNCIL – March 4th

Run for election, vote and be part of future decisions!

This is your chance as an international living in Vejle, to influence the future in Vejle - via direct access to the City Council!

You can run and/or vote for the Integration Council if you live in Vejle Municipality, are aged 18 (or will be 18 on March 4th), were born or have parents who were born abroad.

Read more at www.vejle.dk/integration (choose language at top of page).

If you would like to run as a candidate, you can inform us on the voting day - no former work reqired (bring your yellow health card).

The new council starts on 1 April 2023 and meet six times a year. Work in the Integration Council is voluntary.

The Integration Council in Vejle Municipality is set up by the City Council and advises the municipality on the overall integration efforts and works for ethnic equality and equality.

The Integration Council is an active player in getting integration on the agenda and create interaction between citizens, the municipality and city council.

The tasks of the Integration Council are:

• To build bridges between cultures

• To create development and dialogue

• To develop common understanding

• To break down barriers

The Integration Council can, for example:

• Speak out on topics of interest to citizens with a different ethnic background than Danish.

• Make proposals for municipal efforts and focus areas.

• Make proposals for the work with the municipality's integration policy.

• Look at schools' teaching, bilinguals' access to the labor market or the situation of the elderly.

• Strengthen cooperation between the municipality and cultural associations.

• Advise the municipality on the reception of newly arrived foreigners and refugees.


	Read more at the Integration Council's webpage (choose language at top of page)

Theater play for children – March 4th

Join this theater play, where we create our own fantastic stories.

Narrator Marianne from the School of Music and Culture will guide the play and the stories and ensure that everyone has a fun and good experience.

It will be a morning filled with imagination, laughter and movement. The game lasts approx. 30 minutes and does not require you to have tried theater before.

For children from 3-8 years. Parents are welcome to stay and watch.


	Buy your child's ticket (20dkr)

Come join "Vocal Improv Choir" at Spinderihallerne!

Next date: March 7th - We meet at the reception.

Come join Vocal Improv Choir at Spinderihallerne!

“A joyous collaboration and celebration of human voices and spontaneous composition.”

An Improv Choir is a great way to have fun, sing, relax, feel connected, release happy endorphins, build community; even among people who speak different languages. Simply sing what is sung to you. It’s that easy.

Vejle Improv Choir is for singers and non singers. All levels of singers are welcome; complete beginners to the very experienced.

The choir meet every other Tuesday from 18.00 to 19.00 (6-7pm) - just show up (no need to sign up).

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First spring concert of the year - March 7th

The rhythmic choir Whisper & Shout sings us into the spring! Come listen to wonderful new rhythmic numbers and some equally wonderful old familiar ones.

Whether you are coming for the first time or have heard us before, we promise you won't regret it.

Bring your mother, your friend, your colleague, or your girlfriend or a some else!

Book your free ticket via the ticket link below:


	Book your free ticket

Job Search Support - weekly until March 28th

The weekly sessions have started - your chance to meet other international job seekers.

Each time we will go over a subject that will be relevant for your future job situation in Vejle/Denmark.

We will cover subjects like ob search; posted positions/unposted positions and job interview, Who are you in Denmark and LinkedIn.

For three sessions Chaarlotte, Peter and Caroline will join us - courious to know their expertice? Check out the website - and remeber to sign up (even if you only join for some of the sessions).


	Read more, find coming dates and sign up here

The Danish Tax System - March 16th and 23rd

Is opening your tax assessment notice a nail-biting experience? It doesn't have to be! Join our free Danish Tax System Online Q&A this spring and get familiar with the Danish tax system!

The Danish Tax System Online Q&A will be held live on March 16 and March 23 where you'll be able to ask the Danish Tax Agency your tax questions.

Prepare for the live Q&A by watching a prerecorded video on the Danish tax system made by the Confederation of Danish Industry, International House Copenhagen and the Danish Tax Agency.

Here, the Danish Tax Agency gives you an introduction to the Danish tax system including what your tax money is spent on and how you pay the right amount of tax.


	Sign up for the 16th


	Sign up for the 23rd

How to buy a home in Denmark - March 20th

Sydbank and Skov Advokater invites you to an introduction on buying real estate in Denmark on March 20th at 17.00 (4pm).

The event will be about subjects such as;

where to begin
the showing of the house with the agent
negotiations
conditions for buying real estate in Denmark
options of financing
requirements to financing

The event is free of charge, but you must sign up no later than March 13th since there is a limited number of seating.


	Find link to sign up - limited seating

Free Rejsekort (travel card) for newcomers

In 2023, Vejle Municipality, together with Sydtrafik, offers a free travel card to new residents.

If you just moved to Vejle, you can get a Rejsekort (travel card), and travel for free with public transportation for two months. This gives you plenty of opportunity to see your new municipality and the experiences and attractions it offers.

NOTE that you have to activate the card within two months after you moved to Vejle.

Read more about the requirements and how to get the card below:


	Activate your free Rejsekort

Come join our communal dining “Fællesspisning” every Tuesday at Spinderihallernes Café.

Eating together is a great way to meet new people. Every week, people of all ages meet over a nice meal at Spinderihallernes Café.

If you are looking for great company, “hygge” and the opportunity to meet new people, then “Fællesspisning” is the place to go.

We serve the food from 18.00/6pm - beer, wine and soft drinks are sold separately. The café closes at 21.00/9pm.

You can book your ticket via this websitw below - the price is 85 kr. for adults and 55 kr. for children (up to 12 years) per portion, incl. a cup of coffee and something sweet.

In March you can join on the 7th, 14th, 21st and 28th.


	Book tickets

Contact Newcomer Service

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

Kind Regards Louise


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