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Our ever expanding social circle is currently formed by:

265. Carlotta, 50, Italian, Airport Passenger Assistant Coordinator
Moved to the Netherlands in 1984, always on the run at the Airport where I work or organising fun events in order to socialize with other foreigners. I'm very social and positive, smiling to everyday of my life.I'm really looking foward to join this group to share nice moments with new friends. I like to jog, love fittness and enjoy planning events!

264. Catalin, 25, Romanian, Financial Service Support Analyst
I just moved in NL and I want to knew new people.

263. Brandi, 23, American, Montessori Primary Teacher and Cognitive Behavioral Consultant
In my leisure time enjoy traveling, good friends, good food and good wine. Professionally, I am branching out to the international community in a dual career as an educator and consultant. I lived in Costa Rica and Beijing before coming to the Netherlands and I am eager to learn and immerse myself in the Dutch culture and lifestyle.

259. Kandasamy, 33, Sri Lankan, Accounting Professional
I am an Accounting professional working for an Accountancy firm in Amstelveen and living in Heemstede. Like to meet some English speeking Dutch or other people for a social life.

258. Ursula, 46, German, PA
An East wind blew me from Berlin via Cologne all the way to Haarlem. So now I'm living here for four years now, work in Amsterdam, and always enjoy meeting new people to go to the movies, exhibitions, for long walks at the sea and good restaurants.

220. Miyoun, 31, Korean, HR Finance
I love to explore new things and meet new people. I want to experience more about the Netherlands during my assignment.

219. Obrad, 35, Serbian, Telecom Consultant
I am 35 single man. I am open minded and social person. They say I have a good sense of humor. As for business am interesting analysis, advising and management of telecom projects. The main reason for applying to the club is to find people with the similar interests in going out and sporting (squash or tennis).

218. William, 51, American, Managing Director
Single (divorced) man, living in Voorburg. Owner of a travel business (dealing with B2B) since 08.2000. Member of The AABC, AmCham and  T.H.I.N., No particular preferred activities, enjoy most social and business type get together's.

217. Yuko, 32, Japanese, DTP Operator
I moved to the Netherlands in 2003. Actually, I live in Alkmaar, but I love to do shopping and visiting a friend of mine in Haarlem. It would be nice to meet new people.

216. Scott, 26, British, Area Manager Memory Facturer
I would say that I am a Happy go lucky sort of character generally smiling and wanting to have fun. I love sport and music events both spectating and taking part. I'm a generally social type character who I hope would fit into a group such as this.

215. Carlos, 29, Portuguese, Senior System Tester
I just arrived at the beginning of 2007 in Holland, and I'm eager to see what kind of new experiences this new year will bring. I'm starting from scratch here, so finding new Friends for some get together, where we can have some good food, drink and conversation that's my priority. I'm really easy going and always enjoy a good laugh, I love to read, travel , movies, meditation, snowboarding, rollerblading, good food and good company.

213. David, 36, American, International Operational Advisor
My name is David and I moved to Holland from Texas in August 2006 and will be here for the next 3+ years. I have found it a little difficult to meet people in the area. I am interested in meeting others, expanding and making new friends to hang out with. I enjoy all types of activities, getting together with friend over dinner and drinks, listening to live music, fitness, golf, outdoor sports and road trips.

212. Federico, 31, Italian, Aerospace Engineer
Aerospace engineer working all around Europe now in the Dutch highlands. Like traveling, meeting new people, watching the stars, writing. Always running and looking for something new.

211. Varun, 25, Indian, Instrumentation Engineer
I am moving to Haarlem/Amsterdam in April/May having spent 2 years in Scotland. My hobbies include learning new languages and I understand basic Germen and French and would like to pick up Dutch through this group. I am always interested in socializing and meet people from different cultures. I enjoy following cricket, football, formula one and hockey. I also enjoy cooking and trying out cuisines different from Indian. So now you know who to contact when you want to have genuine Indian chicken curry!

210. Nandu, 30, Indian, Business Analyst - IT
Moving to Haarlem from Amsterdam End of Dec 2006. Looking for friends to socialize. Interested in all kinds of Sports Cricket, Football (Watching only!), Table Tennis, Cycling, Fitness. Contact me if you are looking for a Bollywood movie collection!

209. Jo-Ann, 40, Irish, Organization Development Specialist
I was born in South Africa, spent 10 years in USA and Canada and now live here. I have a bachlors degree in engineering and a masters degree in organization development. I also do paintings and have helped Napoli fix two of their fresco's. (see my website www.joanngarbuttcreations.com ) I love ballet, opera, classical music, modern music, art, travel, cycling, dancing, dinner and drinks, comedy shows, drama shows, reading etc.  

208. Sandra, 29, Irish, Junior Sourcing Manager
Hello Everybody, It would be great to catch up with other members of this site who enjoy fine wines, great food, fun company and witty conversations.
I love 80's music and keeping fit and going to concerts and the theater when possible. I miss the Irish sarcasim and the never ending rounds of beer!

207. Annelize, 25, South African, Project Manager Telecom & Entertainment Company
I moved to the Netherlands 12 months ago with my partner, also South African who works for an American Company as an Accountant.  Rented an apartment in Amsterdam for the first year, but recently bought a house in Haarlem, so moving there next weekend.  Can't wait - we absolutely love Haarlem!!!  We spent most of our weekends (and some week nights) exploring great restaurants and bars.  We have a passion for good food, wine, entertainment... having a good time with friends.  We are very keen to meet new friends in Haarlem with similar interests, to share the wonderful city with!

206. Agniezska, 26, Polish, Owner HR Consulting Company
I'm looking for people who speak English, enjoy socializing, want to have fun. I like walks, sightseeing and cycling. I am currently living in Rotterdam

205. Michelle/Shaun, 27/28, South African, Sales Representative and Finance Lawyer
Moved to Haarlem end of July 06, bought a house and keen to meet some like minded people. Enjoy good wine, food, music, conversation, outdoors etc.

204. Richard, 50, British, Software Developer
I’ve worked and played in the Netherlands for quite a while now – I love the country and the cultural values. The Dutch have made some good lifestyle choices in my opinion, and often seem to care more about living rather than just working for a living, which suits me.

203. Jennie, 36, American/Dutch, Administration
Looking to meet friends in the Haarlem area for a bit more social lifestyle. Interested in different cultures. Moved from Chicago (mid-west U.S.) and have been living in Haarlem for 5+ years, but found it difficult to meet people here. Enjoy hiking, cycling, rollerblading, dinners, festivals, evening trips to Bloemendaal aan Zee, and travelling.

202. Lorie, 28, American, Internal Communications Officer
While I am originally from the US (Atlanta/Orlando), I haven't lived there in quite some time. Before moving to Holland (about 2 years ago) I live in Melbourne Australia. I enjoy travelling, hanging out with my partner and our dog, shopping, movies, and reading.

201. Llinos, 27, British-Welsh, Media Assistant
I recently moved to Haarlem at the end of May 2006, I would love to make friends to chat and have fun, I hope to be here for few years. I enjoy socialising, going out drinking, shop, films, music, going out to eat and having a laugh.

200. Anne-Elisabeth, 23, French, Quantative Risk Analyst
I will be arriving in Amsterdam at the end of the month (Jul 06) and am eager to expand my social network (which has a very limited size in Holland right now...). I enjoy traveling, hanging out and basically any kind of social/cultural event especially when I can meet people from all over the world ! 

199. Colin, 45, British, Business Excellence group
Living in Holland since 1992. Enjoy 'Dutch Scene' through contacts with my wife but looking to expand my own interests now that kids are starting to become independent. Can speak reasonable Dutch but miss good conversation in English. Preferred activities? Trying something new. Not preferred? Just drinking all night long.

198. Kevin, 35, Irish, HR Director
I came to holland in January of this year (2006 having been transferred by my company), I love sports, particularly watching rugby, and doing martial arts and general fitness. I also enjoy reading usually trashy novels and lightweight stuff in fitness magazines but I also like to study history. I really enjoy socialising, and generally having fun. I am currently living in Naarden Bussum but will move closer to the city later next month. I am looking to meet like minded people for fun social activities.

197. Donna, 31, Scottish, Sales Assistant
I've lived in Holland for 5 years and moving shortly to Haarlem from Heerhugowaard and looking forward to meeting and making new friends in the area.

196. Sandra, 32, Mexican
I want to meet people from all nationalities, I live in Haarlem and I speak English and Dutch. I do like concerts, going out with friends..

195. Frederick, 45, French, IT Manager/Executive
I am married and have one baby girl (2 yrs). We used to live in San Francisco for over 7 yrs, where I worked for fdc/western union. We love music, bicycling and skating. We have been in NL for 1 month.

194. Makiko, 37, Japanese, Sales Assistant Manager
I came to the Netherlands to work and I am living in Haarlem since 2003. I like Haarlem because here is beatiful old city and located near sea! I like traveling, shopping, drinking and eating and want to build up friend to enjoy staying in the Netherlands.

193. Eithne, 36, Irish, Stewardess
I found your site by chance looking up ways to meet people in Haarlem. I have joined a gym here and hoping to take up wall climbing! To fully settle here i would love to get to know more people.

192. Ana, 39, Canadia/Spanish, Accountant
I am very much Canadian and very much Spanish, good mixture of both eh! I have a great sense of humor and a passion for life. I am looking for a good network of friends. I enjoy music, comedy, cultural events, art,movies and sports ie: baseball, tennis (yet it has been some time since I did either) and the theater.

191. Marielle, 26, French, Construction Engineer
I just moved to Haarlem and I'm looking for ways to meet people and make new friends. I'm interested in anything from get-togethers in bars, restaurants, to sports, dancing, movies, music, museums, day trips. The quiz night sounds fun too!

190. Mihai, 32, Romanian, Attorney
Hi guys, I did my PhD in Material Science at the University of Groningen. I moved recently to Maastricht because of my job. I like to go out with friends to have fun and also to travel, meet new people and see new places.

189. Colin, 34, British, Management Development Consultant/Trainer
I moved to Haarlem two months ago from the UK. I have a passion for travelling and living by the sea. I enjoy a little of most things, sport, art, music, although watching rather than doing in most cases :-). It would be great to meet a few like minded souls…

188. Henrikje, 42, German, Child Psychiatrist
I love travelling and exploring different cultures, nature, cinema and opera and since four months most of all: our little daughter! I lived in the UK for 12 years prior to coming here and also have lived in the US, Indonesia, Australia and France. It would be great to link up with the international community here!

187. Vanessa, 24, American, Au Pair & Fashion Industry
Hi, I have been living in Paris but just recently moved to Holland to learn Dutch , and then eventually transfer to school here. I love traveling, going out with friends, fashion and shopping, and just meeting nice people!

186. Milos, 29, Serbian, Mechanical Engineer
I am already 2 years in The Netherlands. I was working for University Twente in Enschede and now I got a job in Haarlem. Besides being engineer I am involved in scuba-diving for more than 5 years. Also I like cooking, music, movies, travelling and football (like all Europeans)... I am looking forward meeting lot of different people...

185. Alexander, German, 32, Technical Support for Veterenarians
Before I came to Holland I was living in Ireland for 7 years. I like nature - good food - people. I do some photografy and love going to the Filmschuur. I like Jazz Music and enjoy seefishing going from Ijmuiden into the sea.

184. Franco, 36, Italian, IT Professional
Fairly laid back personality. Always open to learn new things and make new experiences and meet new people. Hobbies: photography, travelling, reading

183. Yvonne, 38, German, Demand Forecaster & Planner
I moved to the Netherlands just over a month ago. I enjoy cultural events (although it has been quite some time since I last ...), movies (last Friday - was nice ... great popcorn), exploring my new surroundings (the Jordaan area will definatly be a favorit). My passion is for sports (not on TV) and reading.

182. Clair, 34, Australian, Accountant
Hi, I am an easy-going and friendly person who enjoys trying new things, spending time with friends, going out for dinner or a night in playing cards, going to the movies, or having a few drinks after work or on the weekend. I am interested to meet other people with similar social interests in or near The Hague area.

181. Maria, Colombian, 46, Flowers and Fruit Importer
Came to Holland 5 years ago because I got married with a Dutch citizen; 1 year ago we got divorced so I am looking to make again a social circle independent from my ex-husband. Like my work, live in Hoofddorp with my cat "medusa", love to meet people, to talk, to dance, basically to have friends of all ages, from kids to older people.

180. Britta, German, 31, Trade Show Consultant
I am 31 years old. Together with my Dutch boy-friend and my little daughter of 8 months I live since a couple of months in Haarlem. I came 2,5 years ago from Hamburg over to Amsterdam. As I am enjoying to get to know new people and would like to exchange experiences in daily as well as in professional life in Holland, I would like to get to know the international community of Haarlem.

179. Charudatta, 30, Indian, Chemical Engineer
Although I am not a real Haarlemer myself, but close enough...am an Amsterdamer.. Been in Holland for past 5 years...studied first and now work in Amsterdam it would be great to see some new people and have fun in upcoming events....

178. Sara, 28, Spanish, Medicinal Chemist
I am originally from Barcelona, though I have lived all my life in England and in New York. I moved 4 months ago to Amsterdam for my work, and I will stay for at least another two years. I enjoy foreign films, riding on my rusty bike, eating out, travelling to exotic countries and belly dancing.

177. Bernard, 43, French, Medical Advisor
Live in Amsterdam, also lived in the States; interested by many sports like cycling climbing etc., activities, and wishes to meet and spend time with new open minded people.

176. Gabriel, 33, Argentinian/Italian, Manager Commercial Planning
I am dynamic and curious. Like meeting new people, traveling, reading, going to cinema, football,sailing and skiing. I play flamenco guitar and dance tango.

175. Maya, 32, Dutch, Project Leader
I'm eager to learn and I am interested to know more people. I like to sport and I'm busy with a spiritual Federation. Furthermore, I'm single and ambitious.

174. Angie, 35, American, Human Resource Manager
I love meeting people from different cultures. Dining out is nice but a home cooked meal is just as enjoyable. I love to travel. I enjoying hiking and walking in parks. The feeling of the sun on my face the sound of the waves and the sand between my toes is how I wish I can spend all my days:). My motto is to live life to the fullest for its not a dress rehearsal!

173. Hila, 32, Dutch/Israeli, Planner/Project Assistant
I came to Holland at the age of 26 with the idea to begin my life here. This I wanted to combine with academic studies and new social life. After living in Hengelo (Twente), Huizen en Hilversum, I bought last year an apartment in Haarlem. Me in short: Working hard and late (sometimes too late too often…), My study (HBO evening studies, Business Technology), Cynical humour (especially through self spot), Eating out, Movies (both film house as commercial cinema), Art expositions, (classic)music and books, Social contacts (looking to expand it), Romance (haven’t found “him” yet).

172. Lindsey, 26, American, Accountant
WANTED: Adventurous expat seeks others for quest in exploring Dutch Life. Enjoys travel, running, yoga, reading and spending time with friends. Favourite spots are the Sea at any season, and my patio on the Sparne with a warm drink admiring the Dutch Light for I have never seen anything quite like it.

171. Charlotte, 25, French, Business Manager
I live in Purmerend. Open-minded, curious, and out-going, I like to travel, read, watch movies, learn languages, have good discussions with people, go for a jogging ... and
most of all, have good times!

170. Bart, 33, American/British, In&Exporter
Hi, I am originally from the US, but have lived in Europe for 10 years (London mostly). I enjoy meeting other expats and sharing stories about the expat lifestyle!

169. Sarah, 26, American, Controller
I enjoy all sports activities, live music,  good food and movies.

168. Oskar, 33, Dutch, Chemical Engineer
I enjoy living in different countries feeling different cultures. Now I'm back living in Holland and I brought back an amazing Chinese wife :). I would love to share more international life together with her and fun people in here!

167. Marc & Tiesja, 38/36, Australian/Dutch, Finance Consultant/Physiotherapist
Have lived in Amsterdam for 6 years. Recently moved to Haarlem for a house with a garden. Enjoy eating out and socialising in general. Have just started to learn ice skating. So if anybody wants to go skating and watch someone fall over be my guest.

166. Anil, 30, Indian, Chemical Engineer
I have been to many countries for work and training before taking up job in Holland. Been in Holland for 5 years, last 1.5 years in Rotterdam before that was in Den Haag. I like socializing, reading, learning from other cultures, movies, cooking, travelling, good chats in cozy pubs and cafes.

165. Julieta, 35, Argentinian/Spanish, International Account Representative
I can describe myself as a happy girl, social kinder, given person, easy going, hard worker, traveller. Love go for running, tennis, swimming, sky, gim, skating, to dance tango. Going out with friends, movies at home, clubbing, dinner at home or with friends. R&B music, jazz, bossa nova, latin music. I’m realy new in town, only one month living here. Before, I was living in Madrid for 5 years. I would like to meet some new people, I promise to make you laugh guys.

164. Maarten, 35, Dutch, Account Manager
My girlfriend Kathryn and I like travelling, dining and going out in general, all sorts of sports and activities (cycling, gym, squash, diving). We are both fair wheather motorbikers and love soaking up other cultures.

163. Amin, 35, Spanish, Telecom Engineer
I'm easy going, I like cooking and I love to meet with other people for good time. I use to live in Spain, Morocco, England and Holland. I just started a new masterchef cooking club at http://www.masterchef.nl.

162. Natalie, 28, Chinese, Advertising/Marketing
I cannot wait to see how exciting Haarlem is since I just moved from the very exciting city Peking. Partying and professional meeting would both be great! Do you do dancing/outing/ cooking/ chatting/ gaming...? I'd love all of them!

161. Paul, 28, British, Commercial Account Manager
I come from a little village in the East Riding and have spent 4 years working for Corus, the last 8 months have been here in Holland. In my spare time I like to play golf (badly!), football (not much better) and pool (worst of all!). I’m going to be here for 3 years so I’m concentrating on going out, having fun and meeting new people.

160. Gloria, 33, British, Fashion Designer
I am looking to expand in my friendships in Holland. I like many things .. to read, to draw, to go to the gym, to travel, watch movies, eating out and dancing. And many more things.

159. Peter, 27, Dutch, Network Operation Centre Engineer
My name is Peter. I joined MyHaarlem in 2005. Since my first meeting I was an active participant which led to my step up as a coordinator. I feel responsible for the mailing, so if you encounter a problem just contact me at myhaarlem@yahoo.com. You can also contact this address if you want to organize an event yourself or if you have questions concerning one. My goal with MyHaarlem is to bring people together and give them a welcome feeling here. I pursue a high quality in the organizing of events. So if you ever experience something which is out of the ordinairy please contact me. I love Feedback ;)

158. Ignatius, 28, Indian, Technical Consultant
I work for IT support at a bank in Amsterdam but prefer to live in Haarlem because it is a lovely city. I am trying to learn the guitar, not very successfully though. I love watching movies (Never on cable, I hate ads!) Love long walks, swimming and travelling.  Getting myself a bike, heard that is mandatory in Netherlands :D ...&... Dogs are my favorite pets, I love them and most of them love me too!

157. Nina, 30, Russian/Kirgiz, Analyst
I moved to the Netherlands a couple of weeks ago. I lived and worked in Germany, England, France, and Kirgistan before. I am half Russian and half Kirgiz. I would like to meet new friends, to learn Dutch, and how to repair bicycles. I love cycling, have 1 speedbike and 1 Kogamiyata. I enjoy dancing, laughing, cooking, and traveling. Also I love movies and high heels.

156. Stefan, 23, German, Executive Producer
I grew up in Stuttgart, Germany, got involved with programming and 3d graphics and ended up working in Utah and Seattle before I settled here in the Netherlands four years ago. I look for like minded people to hang out with, that enjoy a serious conversation; appreciate music, travelling; are adventurous, don't fear failure and don't over-estimate success.

155. Daniela, 24, German, Junior Accountant
I’m 24 years old and I moved to Holland about 1 year ago. I love to go out with friends to movies or for drinks. I love meeting new people and travel. I like cooking, sports and reading.

154. Flore, 26, French, Financial Accountant
Am a 26 years old woman, just moved to Haarlem with my english boyfriend Ryan, I love doing sport (especially riding horses on the beach!), meeting people, going out, travel and to organise events. Just arrived in Haarlem 10 days ago, I would love to meet you!

153. Ryan, 25, British, Logistics and Operations Analyst
I am a 25 year old Englishman who has just moved to Haarlem (from Amsterdam) with my French girlfriend, Flore (just moved from Paris). I like the good things in life, which for me are food, drink and travel. I play sports, which include rugby, football and weight training and also love to read. It is great to meet new people, socialise and live a full life.

152. Ilse, 35, South African, Junior Accountant
Hi, I'm Ilse, 35yrs old and would love to meet new people and make friends from all over the world.  I love to go to the movies, eating out, learning from other cultures, reading, bowling, travelling and attending interesting courses, dancing, swimming, badminton, and learning new languages.

151. Paul, 42, British, Service Engineer
I am interested in travel, keep fit and diving. I came to Holland 2 years ago for my Dutch girlfriend. I am interested in joining the group to try to establish a circle of friends/ aquaintances of my own, it seems an ideal way to meet people whilst doing interesting things.

150. Michelle, 30, American, Software Engineer
Hi, I just moved to Haarlem a couple of weeks ago from San Francisco. I am looking for travel, cycling, and hiking partners. Plus, I truly enjoy dining out, etc. I have 2 dogs that I completely adore.

149. Herbert, 35, Dutch, Copywriter/Creative Director/Marketeer
I like to meet all kind of international people beacuse I think Holland is too small for me. I like multi cultural and multi lingual (social) networks and because of the fact I experienced a rather hard time as a Dutch expat living in Spain, I would like to give 'strangers' a litlle hand living, working or doing business in Holland.

148. Ywan & Sandra, 32/32, Swiss, Solution Architect
Your next-door swiss dude with strategic connections in the cheese import business…We’ve moved from A’dam Zuid Oost to Zwaanshoek, a tiny micro-village near Heemstede with 0.032% expats (neighbor’s parrot). Would like to meet more people with the expat-travel-syndrome living close by. Enjoy social contacts, good food and wine, the outdoors, the movies and a healthy dose of sports (hiking, tennis and Uno).

147. Dan & Beth, 39/39, American, IT Manager/Marketing Manager
We've been living in Haarlem for over a year now and are loving the great European lifestyle. We enjoy almost anything to do with the outdoors (biking, hiking, camping, kayaking, running), traveling, writing, dogs, board games (Cranium, Gestures, etc.), and investment clubs/discussions. Oh yea, and learning Dutch - the most difficult language on the planet ;-).

146. Katerine, 38, French, HR Executive
Came to Holland for work and better quality of life than where we lived for 10 years (UK).

145. Steven, 27, English, Truck Driver
Hello, come here to watch the football in 2000, fell in love and never left!!! I have been working with fellow brits for the first few years, but now after having baby twins and working with the "natives" for a few years would love to meet new people using the good old english language. I like to think of myself as a sporty person and my real interest are travelling and all kinds of transport.

144. Ethan, 40, American/Dutch, University History Teacher
I'm an American expat, married to a Dutch-Indonesian woman for 15 years, with two kids (Yana, 9 and Ardjano, 5), living in Heemstede. Fairly well assimilated and, like most parents with academic careers, often busy. But when free, looking for those who share my hobbies: Basketball, bass guitar (partic. reggae & funk), dissing George Bush, squash!

143. Flavia, 31, Brazilian, Lawyer
I look forward to expanding my social relations.

142. Burcu and Caglar, 25/27, Turkish, Account Manager
Burcu: interested in meeting new people and interact with them. Swimming, dancing, fashion. Caglar: interested to survive in the Netherlands and seek people with similar attitude, tennis, squash, internet, clubbin’,investment.

141. Renee, 43, American, IT Director
My husband and I moved to Haarlem 1 year ago w/my work (Amsterdam). We are both from the US midwest (Chicago area). We’re both interested in cycling, miscellaneous sports, travel, dining, wine. I’m also interested in the arts - fine art, dance, theatre. My husband enjoys music, WWII history, theatre.

140. Stuart, 39, UK, IT Specialist
My job is based in Holland for 50% of the time. I like anything social, not anything related to rambling, bicycling and walking

139. Hanna, 30, Finnish, International Coordinator
Been to Holland for 5 years, last 1,5 years in Haarlem. The plan was to stay a year only but here I still am.. I like socializing, having long dinners and good chats in cozy pubs, cafes and parks; reading, movies, sports (gym, running, cycling), dancing. Since I used to live in Amsterdam all my friends are there and therefore I’d like to get to know people in Haarlem – it’s such a lovely city and I hardly spend any time there.

138. Taru, 29, Finnish, Marketing Specialist
I'm new in Holland & Haarlem and so far enjoying my stay. My interests include modern arts and reading as well as several sports, biking, swimming, skiing (flat and high areas).. Travelling is a spice of my life!

137. Arianna, 33, Dutch/Italian, Account Manager
I like to travel, visit art exhibitions, cinema (especially European but also American to relax) theatre, the sunny days, to sail, sport (aerobics), cooking and eating out, international company.

136. Carol Ann, 32, English, Administration Supervisor
I am 32 years of age and have lived in Haarlem for 3 years. I am not sporty although I have played the odd game of tennis. I love to socialise, read, cook, dance and relax at home.

135. Armin, 41, German, Manager Market Research
I came over to Holland almost 4 years ago, and live in Haarlem since Dec. 2001. The city and its short distance to the beach were the main reasons to go for Haarlem. In my free time I like playing Volleyball, sailing, cine, reading, sometimes diy :-) , ... and I am looking forward to meet some more international "Haarlemmers". See you hopefully soon!

134. Christine, 40, British, Legal Assistant
I am quite a sporty person, and enjoy the gym and cycling, and when I get the chance scuba diving (I am a divemaster). I also love to meet new people enjoy eating out and will have a go at most things, particularly like the idea of your quiz nite too.

133. Donna, 35, Canadian/Dutch, International School Teacher
Hello! My name is Donna and I am 35 year old Canuck that lives in Hoofddorp for almost 7 years. I am very interested in meeting more Canadian and/ or expats that live near the Hoofddorp/ Haarlem area. I am a busy international school teacher but am in need of someone to laugh with, go to an art gallery once in a while or to an alternative music concert. I am married to a Dutch man so I would also like to meet other expats that have moved to be with their partners.

132. Jodie, 37, English, Production
I have lived in Holland for five and a half years and my language is not bad. However I crave conversation with other expats with similar experiences. I love art especially hand made one off pieces and 'crafts' such as mosaic and junkart and ceramics (but no boring pots please!) I love to eat out and motorcycles and attend rallies occassionally. Please can I have some intellectual input, some sarcasm and double edged dry wit. I also love animals and have lots of pets. I used to do lots of yoga but have not found a class yet.

131. Tricia, 36, American/Dutch, English Teacher
I am a teacher, have lived in Haarlem for eight years and am originally from California. If you ask any of my students, I am probably the bane of their existence. At home, I'm just mom. If you ask my neighbours, I'm the weird black lady with the audacity to say "Goede morgen" with a smile every day. I enjoy jazz, tap dancing, cinema, culinary arts, and creative writing.

130. Michael, 29, French, Naval Architect
Naval architect originaly from Paris but also spent 4 years working in Montreal in software design. Enjoy meeting new people and learning about new cultures, bike riding, and anything to do with boats.

129. Jessica, 32, American, Accountant
I am an accountant but really frustrated artist who likes eating and paying the rent. I'm originally from Texas but I've lived all over the US and in Montreal and Paris. I still draw a bit and enjoy the outdoors, cooking and dinners with friends.

128. Claudia and David, 39/36, Brazilian/English, Merchandising Assistent / Senior Network Analyst
We have been living in Haarlem since end of 2001; we like going out for a meal, walking, photography, to meet people and share experiencies; we would like to make new friends and enjoy the life in Holland.

127. Barbara, 38, Italian, Translator
I just landed in the NL five years ago...spent my time before in Italy, UK and Germany. I love Haarlem and would like to enjoy it fully by meeting a bunch of nice,  sociable people to let my hair down with...I am fond of travelling, nature, walking, yoga...just hanging around and good company!!

126. Klaus, 34, German, Marketing Project Manager
I have been living in Velserbroek (just north of Haarlem) for three years now.  I like travelling, meeting people from all over the world, culture and languages.  I am interested in politics and history and do like swimming.

125. Andrea, 33, Brazilian, Business Analyst
I moved to Amsterdam 22 days ago and I'll be living in Haarlem now. I like movies, books, traveling, sports (although I don't practice any) and chat with people.

124. Giulia, 32, Italian, Job Coach
I recently moved to Haarlem after 4 years of Irish life in Dublin. I am interested in humanitarian issues, cultural events and diversity. I love cooking, nature, reading, travelling, most of the first experiences and socialising!

123. Valerie, 37, French, Customer Service Specialist
Born in Togo (West Africa), grew up in France. I have been travelling over the past 7 years (London, Central America, Haarlem). Real "people" person wanting to spend good quality time; I love meeting people with different culture and backgrounds. love cultural events, dinners with good wines, dancing and sharing my enthousiasm.

122. Linda, 29, Swedish, Marketing
Hi, my name is Linda and I moved to Holland almost 4 years ago (Feb, 2001), been living in Haarlem for 3.5 years. I like playing tennis, golf, travelling, shopping and meeting new people.

121. Jennifer, 34, American, Sales Trainer
Im Jen 34 and just moved to Holland a week ago from the States (Los Angeles). Im looking forward to meeting new friends for fun,few drinks or a few pointers on how to fit into my new neighborhood (the hood) as we say in LA. I enjoy Trivia, sports, hiking and a few good pints.

120. Cesar, 35, Colombian, Engineer
I recently moved to Haarlem after living 2 years in Den Haag. I have always found interesting meeting people from all around the world. I have travelled myself quite a bit. I like movies, books, a good dinner out, and as a Latino, I enjoy dancing.

119. Lynn, 27, British, Interior Design/Visual Merchandiser
I have been living only 2 weeks in Haarlem. I enjoy sport, socialising, travelling to anywhere I need to use my passport, the colour red and will try anything once.

118. Jennifer, 30, American, International Controller-Accounting
I am a Texas born and bred girl who just moved to Holland for work. I enjoy hanging out/socializing with good company and all sorts of activities I hope to make new friends to spend my time with while here in Haarlem.

117. Alex, 55, Dutch, Educator
Hello! I moved to Amsterdam 3 years ago and travel a lot, which helps keeing me young at heart. Love to meet besides my Dutch friends you all!

116. Silvia, 34, Spanish, Customer Care
I am a very open minded person, have lived several times in different countries, like to meet different people but also to integrate in the country I live in, like to enjoy the things. I feel a little bit single in Haarlem, it is a very friendly small town but sometimes full of families and kids. Hopefully I can meet some friends.

115. Eric, 35, Norwegian, IT Tech Support
I like sports, go to gym, play badminton once a week in bejnehal, biking, inline skating, I play guitar, I like cooking, I travel quite a lot (been to oz this year going to brazil in early 2005) and I'm getting into kitesurfing at the moment.

114. Eliane, 39, Brazilian/Dutch, Executive Personal Assistant
I love travelling, meeting new people and enjoying other cultures. Also I love sports, outdoor life, dancing, drinking with friends, long walks, biking, languages, concerts, the sunset and a good laugh. I still have much lust for life!

113. Carole, 26, French, Chemical Engineer
Dynamic, adrenaline driven & outdoor person, love to travel & meet up people, discover their culture. I arrived in Holland last June. I previously lived in Syndey, then NY, and currently live in Amsterdam. Enjoy all sports...but would like to understand cricket rules some day ;)

112. Bénédicte, 34, French, Executive Assistant
I came to Holland four years ago to work in Amsterdam. I live in Santpoort (Haarlem north) so I usually go out in Haarlem and I really enjoy it. I like to meet new people from all over the world and from different cultures so I'm looking forward to joining "myhaarlem" events. My interests are travelling, dancing and going out.

111. Joakim, 27, Swedish, IT Contractor
I am a very outgoing person, who never turns down an opportunity to have a laugh. I like pubbing, clubbing, outings and meeting new people.

110. Frederique, 34, French, Finance/Mom
I'm 34 years old, married and mother of one boy (15 months old). We are living in Haarlem since two years and we were five years in Africa before. My hobbies are sport (running everyday and fitness), nature and going out to some drinks. I'm looking forward to meeting new people.

109. Phil, 43, British, Executive Manager
I’m young at heart, enjoy dancing, eating out, movies and travel. I have a dry sense of humour, open minded although sometimes a little shy. I love it here in Holland, and really want to improve my social life.

108. Sarah, 33, English, Nurse
I moved to Holland a few months ago, as I have a Dutch partner. I have recently started working here, but in my free time amongst other things,  I love playing tennis, cycling, and socialising. Would be great to meet some new people in a similiar situation.

107. Stacey, 39, American, Writer
In January, I left my job at a daily newspaper to pursue freelance writing and public relations. I also decided it was time to start broadening my horizons, which is why I said 'yes' to a house-sitting gig in Amsterdam. I love traveling, learning about other cultures and languages, ethnic cuisine, meditating and other spiritual pursuits. I love Amsterdam so far and would like to meet more people, especially those with similar interests.

106. Ragna, 28, Dutch, University Researcher
Hi, I moved back to NL (first time Haarlem) in March 2004 (lived in York for 3,5 years). Love international environments and hope to meet new people now my PhD is nearly finished! Love travelling, Wing Chun, hiking, cycling, dancing, cinema, languages, and pub evenings chatting and drinking away.

105. Brian, 27, American, Computer Engineer for Casinos
I am 27 years old and moved to Haarlem the 26th of July from Las Vegas, NV.  My company is transferred me to the Netherlands to expand the casino market in Europe.

104. Andy, 37, English, Airline Dispatcher/Flight Planner
I enjoy all aspects of drinking, socialising and generally getting out and about in Holland. I work at Schiphol Airport which in itself is a little village, I have good social gathering which consists mainly of Dutch nationals (hence the need to find more English). I play darts regularly and I find a great way to relax is getting down to the sauna.

103. Kim, 29, German, Environmental Consultant
Hi I'm Kim, I came to Amsterdam two years ago to work at an environmental consultancy. I would like to meet new people from all over the world and from different cultures. My interests are travelling, running, going out and socialising.

102. Derra, 32, British, IT staff
As mentioned above I was relocated here due to my job almost 5 years ago, I now have a Dutch partner and live in Hoofddorp. I would really love to expand my circle of friends as I’m rather fed up with no social life of my own and tagging along to my boyfriends social events. I enjoy evenings out in bars, restaurants and cafes (I’m not much of a night clubber) but I do miss hanging out with friends watching foottie on the TV and hanging out on the sofa sharing a few bottles of wine and a good ole chit chat.

101. Bernat, 24, Spanish, Assistant to Director of Finance
I like travelling, reading, and walking. I enjoy socialising with interesting people, and I am looking forward to meeting a new group of friends and doing many different activities.

100. Marielle, 33, Dutch, Health Coach
I’m 33 years old, married and mother of two boys. After a period of 4 years abroad (3 in madrid and 1 in luxemburg) we moved back to Overveen last year. In april started my own home-based company in coaching people to achieve a better health. Hobbies: aerobics, cycling,cooking, reading, ice skating.

99. Rebecca and Ryan, 31/31, American/American, Interior Designer/Songwriter / Software Consultant
We have been living in Haarlem for about a month and will be here for at least the rest of the year, probably more.  We are very social and just looking to make some friends, hang out, and enjoy.   Interests include running, sporting events, music, and various outdoor activities

98. Andrea, 35, Czech/Dutch, Senior Credit Analyst / Banker
I have been living in the Netherlands for over 13 years now (almost 5 years in Haarlem). My Canadian fianceé just recently joined me here from Canada. I like meeting new people, horsebackriding, reading, cooking, skiing, music, travelling, dining out and more. As my professional (and social) life is predominantly in Amsterdam, I would also like to get to know some new people in my home town, Haarlem. I love Haarlem!!!

97. Conrad, 27, Australian, Financial Planning Analyst
Hi, I am an Australian born son of Dutch emigrants working for Bausch & Lomb at their European Logistics Centre at Schiphol and am interested in meeting people for social events like outdoor trips, sports and restaurants. I enjoy travelling, nature hiking, weekend trips, philosophy, all racket sports, hockey, sprint cycling, yoga, guitar, latin dancing and soul-funk-jazz music.

96. Ana, 25, British, Project Manager
I have been working in Holland 3 days a week for the past year. In June I will move permanently to Holland. I am looking to meet both Dutch and International people as I enjoy socialising with a variety of different cultures. I enjoy horse riding, playing piano, cinema, nice dinners and travelling.

95. Dale Ann, 54, American, Policy Advisor
Hello all, my name is Dale Anne. I work at the Royal Tropical Institute in the economic section. I raised two grown daughters and have two great teens- a boy and a girl. Have a lovely granddaughter, age 3. They all live in Haarlem too. The youngest is going to study in Leiden this fall. I do a bit of travel for my work. Am addicted to the BBC, like big walks, adore dancing, have been known to dance around the dining table. Wondering whether there are any other over 50's in Haarlem area who are footloose and fancy free.

94. Marc, 34, Dutch, Project Manager
Hi, I'm Marc and just moved to Haarlem. I like it over here and am interested in joining people for social events like dinners, pub crawling, dancing, travelling, trecking, squah, going to the cinema and theater, exploring new restaurants, drinking wine and.... meeting new people.

93. Costa, 27, Russian, Technology Consultant
I’ve been living in Holland for 4 years now. I love mountains, keeping fit, classical to jazz to dance music. I enjoy going out and always open to meet new friends.

92. Harry, 38, British, Analyst/Programmer
I moved to the Hoofddop area at the beginning of March 2004 after spending 3 years living just outside of Rotterdam. Now that I'm by myself I'm looking to meet new English speaking friends. I like: socializing, motorcycling, going to the movies, walking my dog, dining out, travelling & scuba diving when I get the chance!

91. Aline, 27, Brazilian, Travel Agent
I've been living in Haarlem for 3 years now and I pretty much enjoy it. My preferred activities are going out for a nice dinner, watching movies, travelling the world, cultural events, learning about foreign languages and culture, dancing and meeting nice people!

90. Eric, 25, American, Computers/Internet
Just moved to Haarlem about 2 months ago for work and will be living here for about a year, year and a half.  Looking to meet new people - I basically work from home and don't get a chance to get out as much as I'd like - I don't really know anyone yet.  I'm interested in meeting like minded people, my interests are: traveling, learning about other cultures, live music (esp. Jazz, and Cuban), playing basketball, the outdoors, good conversations, just getting out and having a good time.

89. Karl, 35, Scottish, Senior Technical Consultant - MIS
I've not been in the Netherlands for long, but I'm loving living here in Haarlem. I like to socialise, meet people, walk on the beach, travel, read, listen to music, I play a bit of squash
(badly), and I like to get out on my bike as much as possible. (Motor, not push!).

88. James and Marina, 35/34, British and Dutch, EMEA Channel Manager and Customer Service Repr
Having briefly moved, and met Marina in Holland, we quickly moved on to the US for a few years.  Having returned and now recently moved to civilization (from Eindhoven!) we are keen to meet like minded people.  Interests include independent travel, outdoor activities, and anything thats get us out and about.  Maybe a sign of getting old, but we are also developing a taste for good wine and food !

87. Cecile, 38, French, IT Trainer/Consultant
I am a 38 years old French woman, my British husband, Steve and I move to Holland 4 years ago, we both enjoy going out and socialising. We like travelling, skiing, scuba diving, dancing, pub crawling, good food, cinema, pool, bowling and many more activities.

86. Cecilia and Dennis, 30, Mexican and Dutch, European Studies and IT Account Manager
We are a couple that met in Brazil, we love traveling and try different food; we dance Salsa (salsa maniacs) and always open to meet new friends.

84. Daniel, 28, Australian, Technology Specialist
G'day - I have recently moved to Haarlem after spending 3 years in Ireland. I thoroughly enjoy travelling, socializing and just 'hanging out'. I like to play Hockey, Squash and enjoy the cinemas and going to the beach. I am looking forward to meeting new people and friends..........

83. Kiran, 25, Indian, Masters Student
I am 25 year old male , doing study at Antwerpen , I like to be with good people and share the good time , I would like to talk with same minded professional and non-professional people , I like to travel , dinner with friends , etc.

82. Frits, 38, Dutch, Buyer
I studied in Haarlem and lived there ever since. Haarlem is a great town. I am in love with it. I travelled 7 months in South East Asia and learned there that contact with people from different nationalities is great. I like to read, golf, hockey, dinner & wine, sigars, meditation, travelling, beach, meeting people, conversation, theatre, art.

81. John, 46, British, Telecoms Credit Manager
Moved from London August 03 decided to live in Haarlem as the name sounded funky and the rent was cheaper than Amsterdam! Keen runner so the fact that Haarlem is on the edge of the Sand Dunes is a bonus. Also like spend time replacing fluids lost during running!

80. Stefan, 39, German, Managing Director
Came a year ago, try to cope with too much work and neglected socializing, how painful. Interested in turning night into day, cinema and theatre, traveling, breakfast after 3 pm, music (especially live), tax declarations, repairing old cars and every now and then sauna.

79. Marjolijn, 27, Dutch, Account Manager
After having lived in Barcelona, Brussels and London for 8 years, I recently decided to temper my nomadic life and set up base in Haarlem. Like travelling, I enjoy socializing and in particular while exploring new restaurants, bars, beaches and forests, and lots of cinema (especially at the Filmschuur and Filmmuseum). Other great loves: reading and South Africa.

78. Marek, 27, Australian/Polish, Medical Advisor
Have lived in Melbourne for last four years (originally from Adelaide). Enjoy skiing and tennis, football, and other sports. Also like bars, restaraunts, movies, etc. Currently live in Amsterdam, and am keen to meet some new people. Have been here for just over 6 months.

77. Catherine, 30, Welsh, Process Technologist
Been living in the Netherlands, in Haarlem now for almost 2 years and love it here. Love doing all kinds of things including; cycling, running, hiking, going out with my friends, eating out, cinema, trying new things.........

76. Sophie, 39, French, Sales & Marketing Executive
I am living in Heemstede and would like to meet new people to go out with, may be go for sport, enjoy Cultural events, share intellectual interests, anyway having some fun ! See you !

75. Marcel, 38, Dutch, European (Computer) Technical Manager
I live in Zandvoort aan Zee since three years, I like many sports like skiing, scubadiving, Triathlon, Kite-Surfing etc... For a living I am traveling a lot and always am interested in people from her and abroad. Meet you soon....

74. Andrew, 32, Irish, Oil Operating Company
I have been living in Den Haag for the last 6 months working for an Oil Operating company. I would like to make new friends and Haarlem is not far from Den Haag. My interests are playing football, going to the gym, eating out and going to the gym. I laso love travelling and trying out new things especially new food.

73. Marlies, 29, Australian, Psychologist
I have been living in Santpoort Noord (just north of Haarlem) with my hubbie for 2 years. Recently a lot of my friends up and left, so I am trying to get out there and meet some new people. I love travelling, the outdoors,keeping fit and Asian food. Am always up for trying anything new. I only work Mon and Thurs, so am hoping to meet up with others with a bit of time on their hands during the week.

72. Leon, 27, Australian, Managing Director
I’ve been living in Haarlem for about four years now and seven years in Holland. I am married to a Dutch girl and have a one year old baby and another on the way. I am currently self employed and work mainly in M&A and Business Development. I enjoy going out meeting new people and making new friends.

71. Richard, 22, British, Marketing Manager
I've been living in Holland for nearly 2 years, I'm always interested in getting to know new friends, my girlfriend is from Peru and think it would be nice for the both of us to get out and meet other foreign people living here.

70. George, 33, Dutch, Managing Partner
I live in Amsterdam for more then two years now. Before this I have lived and worked in several cities and countries. Probably I work too much, I know for sure that I want to socialize more. Working with international people every day, I speak Dutch, English and German. Would like to meet some new people and maybe even end up with some friends.

69. Bonnie, 29, American, Nanny
I'm relocating to Amsterdam for one year and would like to meet people with similiar interests. I love to read, go swing dancing, try new restaurants, movies (romantic comedy's are my favorite, but my taste in movies often runs towards foreign films), most importantly I like to converse with friends about a variety of different subjects and have a good time.

68. Deborah, 36, British, Accountant
Yet another Haarlem lover!, I have lived here for 3 years now and am very keen to meet new people outside of work. My interests include socialising, keep fit, films, shopping , good food and red wine.

67. Irene, 47, British, Secretary/PA
I'm a (young) 47 single lady, I enjoy going out for dinner, socialising, cinema, art galleries, music and walking on the beach.

66. Dorota, 33, Polish, PhD student
I've lived in Holland for a bit more than a year now. Moved because of my Dutch boyfriend (now husband) and a job (I'm doing a PhD in sociology). I like socialising, cinema, theatre, classical music, good food and sports: swimming, biking and hiking.

65. Monica, 30, Mexican, Human Resources Specialist
Prior to living in Holland I lived in Germany for two years, and in Mexico for two as well, for subsidiaries of my company. I love the international environment. This is the fourth time I live abroad. I lived for one year in Toronto, Canada 12 years ago, and also spent a couple of months in Washington, D.C. on that occasion. I wanted to improve my English. After I finished my Bachelors' degree in Mexico, I lived one year in London, where I studied a masters degree at the London School of Economics and Political Science. I speak Spanish, English and have a good knowledge of German. May try to learn some Dutch since I love languages. I would like to meet other profesionals in the Netherlands and make new friends. I am very friendly and would like to make a nice social life now that I am arriving to a new country. I like reading classic literature very much (in particular novels), also like theater and going to the cinema. I enjoy traveling and visiting museums and cities on the weekends very much. From sports I like very much line skating and walking.

64. Ermanno, 27, Italian, PhD student
Hi all, I`m Ermanno 27y.old and I`m just arrived from Milano (Italy) to do one part of my PhD (vet) in ID-Lelystad (I live there). Only in the weekend I`m free and I am having a hard time meeting people. If anybody is interested, let's meet up in a weekend in a bar in Amsterdam. I like travelling, swimming, good drink&food, nice people, sun and live music.

63. Sarit, 36, Dutch, Doctor
I am dutch, but have spent the last 10 years in London. I moved back to amsterdam a month ago and would like to meet more people. My prefered activities include socialising, classical music, mountain climbing, skiing, sailing, good food and hiking.

62. Linda, 28, Irish, Admin Supervisor
I've been living in Holland for over 5 years and like Michaela have fallen into the trap of only socialising with people from work and friends of my husband. I would also like to get together with fellow expats in Haarlem and widen my social circle. I enjoy going to the movies, love going out to eat and drink of course!! and I like to play squash (but I am not very good). I would also love to do yoga but as yet have not found an English course in Haarlem so if anyone knows of it please contact me though this website.

61. Michaela, 31, British, Deployment Supervisor
I've been living in Holland for over 3 years and have fallen into the trap of only socialising with people from work. I would love to get together with fellow expats in Haarlem and widen my social circle. I enjoy drinking, eating, movies, comedy, socialising and my drum lessons.

59. Jeremy, 30, American, Waitor/Interior Designer
Anthony and I currently live in the US, and are frequent visitors to Holland. Our goal is to live part time in Amsterdam and eventually sell our home here in the US and move to Amsterdam full time. We are interested in making good contacts and possible friends in advance. We love Holland.

58. Anthony, 42, British, Film Decorator
Jeremy and I currently live in the US, and are frequent visitors to Holland. Our goal is to live part time in Amsterdam and eventually sell our home here in the US and move to Amsterdam full time. We are interested in making good contacts and possible friends in advance. We love Holland.

56. Nic, 33, South African, Technology Specialist
Been in the Netherlands, Amstelveen now for about 3 years after a 2 year stint in Kenya. I don't do any projects inside Holland, so little opportunity to meet like-minded people arise. My preferred activities would be socializing, squash (when I get motivated enough), eating out, reading, music, travel, etc.

55. Michael, 34, American, Telecom Executive and Consultant
I have been in the Netherlands for approximately two years, I like cooking, golf, and sharing a good bottle of wine with friends. I love Haarlem and knew I wanted to stay here the moment I arrived. I am interested in meeting people to share common interests and tastes and explore that which is unknown to me.

54. Bas, 35, Dutch, General Manager
Live in Amsterdam, very outgoing, and like to travel and meet new people, amongst others.

53. Aline, 32, Rwandese, Human Rights/International Lawyer
I live in Amsterdam and work in The Hague. I like dancing (currently taking Salsa lessons), going out, cooking, travelling and getting to know people from different cultural backgrounds.

52. Joseph, 30, English, Implementation Manager
I am a very outgoing person, I enjoy most outdoor activities, however, I am equally at home indoors in the pub! I have lived in Holland for just over three years living in the lovely town of Maastricht.

51. Fouzia, 38, French, Researcher
I am French, single and have worked in Germany and the UK before coming to work in Holland. I have been living in Haarlem for about a year and a half, and haven't had the opportunity to meet people outside work. I'd be delighted to meet new people in Haarlem. Love going out, dance, very much interested in indian culture and more general in oriental culture.

50. Hans, 34, Dutch, CRM Manager
Working too much, and like Lena, desire to get out and socialize a lot more! Like cars, playing the ice-hockey game, and travel, and just hang out with people at a pub or restaurant, have a drink and a chat.

49. Lena, 34, Swedish, Consultant
Work, work, work, way too much, so we (Lena & Hans) want to get out and socialize a lot more! Like horses, food (both cooking and eating), strolling around on the country-side, and travel. We both like to just hang out with people at a pub or restaurant, have a drink and a chat.

48. Heidi, 25, South African & British, Corporate Alliance and Sponsorship Assistant
I've been living in Holland for just over a year now. I also work as a volunteer at a radio station organising outdoor dance festivals. Like: Squash, arts, beaches, sitting on sunny terrace's in Amsterdam, cycling, hoegaarden, music, picnics, theatre, films, good chats and to expand my network of friends in Holland.

47. David, 37, British, Assistant Buyer
I am a very sociable person and have already made lots of friends here but you can never have too many! My interests include meeting new people, sports (all), cycling, going out (pub, restaurant, etc.), music and quizzes.

46. Pawel & Barbara, 27, Polish, Owners Translation & Training Agency
We are graduates of languages and management and we run a translation agency here. We enjoy outdoors, travelling, especially in nature regions. We are interested in European issues, esp. Eastern Europe. We like dancing, playing guitar, meeting people.

45. Antony, 28, American, Operations Officer
For the last ten years I was an Officer in the United States Army.  I resigned my commission about a year ago in order to pursue a career in the civilian world.  I am a very active person both physically and socially.  My personal pursuits vary from art to skydiving.

43. Isla, 26, British, Operations Infrastructure Manager
Have been in the Netherlands for 5 years and have just bought an appartment in Haarlem. My preferred activities normally include travel, swcuba diving, cinema, socialising, meeting new people (which proves to be difficult here!) but at the moment includes painting and re-decorating my house!!

42. Paul, 36, Irish, Director of Support
I have lived in Holland for nearly four years now and have been so busy that I have let my social life slip. I want to meet new people in the local area. I want to get out to the bars and restaurants around Haarlem and have conversations with people with similar issues. It would be nice to meet some people who may like to play squash once or twice a week, something that I really need to get going again.

41. Gertrude, 29, Dutch, Operations Manager
One and a half month ago I moved to Haarlem, and this seems a great opportunity to enjoy Haarlem even more. I like the theatre (watching as well as playing), going out for drinks/diner and sports/outdoor activities (squash/tennis/horse back riding/walking/cycling).

40. Ann, 35, British, Group Leader Metallurgical Research
In NL 12 years, divorced with 2 small kids. Love going out meeting new people and going new places (especially if that includes the pub!). Just started mountain biking and climbing (hows that possible in NL??!!). Horse riding, trivial persuit and cinema are fun.

39. Sanchita, 27, Indian, Project Coordinator (& Ash, 28, German)
We have been living in Haarlem for last 3 years and really like the city. We are involved with Indo-Dutch cultural activities, and would like to expand our circle of friends from all over the world. We love travelling, cultural events, movies, plays, dancing, reading, good food!

38. Zoë, 32, British, European Development Manager
Lived in Haarlem for about 3 years, due to work commitments never meet others living here.  Really enjoy people, food, travel, books, theatre and Dutch lessons!  Would like to meet people living locally as Haarlem is a great city but I never seem to have people to enjoy it with!

37. Jay, 28, American, Software Engineer
I'm a software engineer from San Francisco, California. I live in Leiden and work for a small company developing software for international law enforcement agencies (it's fun, really!).  I enjoy just about anything that gets me away from my laptop, particularly when it includes good drink, food, people, sun and live music.

36. Ben, 23, English, Research Technician
I've worked on Flower Bulb research for the past 2 years in Lisse.  Spend my days with Tulips and Dutch scientists, which personality wise are remarkably simular!  I play a lot of golf and the odd game of squash.  I also play the guitar.  Always up or a bit of a drink.......

35. Julie, 30, English, Marketing Manager
I have been living in The Netherlands for 6 years, 4 of which I have spent in Haarlem and love the city very much.   I spend much of my working day behind a laptop but during my free time I enjoy good food and wine, going to the cinema and the beach depending on the weather.

33. Alan, 32, American, University Researcher
I first came to Holland in 1995 for a Master's program - and then I met Sofie... Eight years, a wedding and a little boy (Carter) later,  I'm in Haarlem and a little 'too well integrated'.
I like to play basketball, squash, (electric) guitar, talk about the economics of fair trade and talk trash to Republicans!

32. Ana Maria, 30, Colombian, Assistant in Research/PhD student
Hi everybody, I'm Ana Maria, come from Bogota Colombia, and have been in Holland for quite a long time but so far don't speak Dutch. Im a Chemical Engineer and I did a 2 year MSc in Hydrology in Delft. Now I'm doing my PhD in the VU Amsterdam (still 2.5 year left to finish). I have lived in Amsterdam for 2 years and want to contact other foreigners. I enjoy going out for a coffee..a drink... dinners...anything related to talk and meet new people and cultures.

31. Murat, 28, Turkish, IT Specialist
I am an expatriate living in the Netherlands for almost 3 year. After these 3 years, I still cannot help criticizing many things about life in Holland. I enjoy photography, music and gardening. My wife and I would like to catch up with other folks once in a while preferably in <no smoking> areas..

30. Miriam, 36, British, Marketing & Publicity Manager
I moved to Haarlem at the end of 2001 and hope to meet some more people in this area to share some fun with. Spontaneous after-work drinking (on the beach in summer!) is always a good one as is getting a group together to go do stuff like Karting. Recently took up squash so willing to play anyone who isn't that good!

29. Denzyl, 30, South African, Ship & Chartering Broker (& Cristina, Italian)
I moved here for work from Singapore just over 2 years ago with my wife Cristina. I with Cris love the pub and get togethers either out in town for dinners or at home for game evenings. Sport/Hobbies include cricket, golf, squash ,generally any pub game and computer gaming.

28. Ginny, 26, British, Product & Project Manager
I've lived around Noord Holland for 3yrs and recently moved to Amsterdam but love Haarlem and have some friends there. It would be nice to extend my circle of friends in the area. I enjoy going to bars, discovering new restaurants/cuisines, cinema plus other usual stuff, am not adverse to the odd "extreme" activity either such as sky-diving...

27. Erika, 23, Slovak, Au-pair
I worked here as Au-pair and that is how I met my boyfriend, Dave.

26. Dave, 26, Dutch, Senior Network Engineer
I live together with my Slovak girlfriend in Haarlem for 5 months now. I am currently doing a job now for Transavia, where I am designing a new Windows 2000 network. My hobby's are: Music, karate, movies and pc-gaming.

25. Susana, 32, Spanish, Marketing Manager
I came to Haarlem 5 1/2 years ago to live with my Dutch boyfriend. I have a 1 year old girl and another baby on the way. I'd love to meet people from other places and share fun from time to time!! I like going to the beach, sitting in terraces, shopping, eating out, concerts....

24. Marielle, 29, Dutch, Researcher
I am new to the Haarlem region and would like to meet people for all kinds of activities, drinks, dinner, the cinema, the ballet, sports, museum, a nice walk on the beach, you name it! 

22. Margarita, 25, Spanish, Spanish Teacher
I arrived here two months ago, and I'm still in the period of adaptation. I am a Spanish teacher. I like languages ( now I try to do my best in Dutch! ), movies, music, going dancing, going to markets. I like events outdoors, the beach ( also the North Sea ), writing and reading.

21. Robert, 44, South African, Computer Software Designer
I am currently living 6 years in the Netherlands.  Would like to expand my circle of friends.  Love opera, ballet, classical music, movies, travelling and have fun with friends.  My hobby is video camera work and editing.

20. Sofia, 35, Argentinian, Medical Doctor
Professional, like sporting, travelling, books, meet people around the world.

19. Khalid, 26, Jordanian, Chemical Engineer
Hi, I'm a chemical engineer who works in Amsterdam. I moved to Haarlem in February, 2003. I like to go out and socialize with others and I enjoy traveling.

18. Lioba, 35, German, Costume Designer
Before moving to Amsterdam 7 months ago, I lived in Belgium for 6 years. I am curious by nature, and up for new things in life. I like sports, arts (both making it myself and visiting musea and galleries, opera, theater, ballett, sightseeing, good food & wine, dancing , nice evenings with friends, cooking, sauna, walking & cycling.

17. Harry, 29, French, Quantitative Analyst
I am a PH.D from the Sorbonne in Statistics, I like music (used to be a DJ in Paris), sports (tennis, soccer), looking for friends in Amsterdam for going out in the weekend, sport....

16. Georgio, 33, Italian, Engineer
I like an international environment, participate in social events, going out for drinks, wine tasting, ...

15. Nick, 25, British, Property Fund / Asset Manager
Moved to NL (Haarlem) 18 months ago after meeting my Dutch girlfriend in Australia. Constantly working and learning the language ever since! Would be good to meet more people in Haarlem. I am a music lover, play squash, enjoy travelling and like going for dinner/drinks/dancing as much as possible.       

14. Andrea, 40, British, Project Secretary
Love socialising, meeting people, going to bars.  Enjoy eating out but would prefer to be in company!  Wish to explore my local area and Holland in general.   Am passionate about photography.  Only arrived December 4 and am keen to make friends in Haarlem.

12. Eddy, 33, South African, Marine Investigator
Like Jene, love the pub and enjoy running and cycle trips; avid cook, gardener, love our jack russell, love to travel. Would like to meet up with good squash and pool players.

11. Jene, 32, South African, E-learning & Training Manager
Together with Eddy, love the pub although would like to embrace moderation this year ; ) We enjoy running (J: amateur/ E: a good runner) in the dunes and forests around Haarlem, and would like to find good company to go on Sunday cycle trips with in NL. Avid cooks, gardeners, love our jack russell, love to travel. Wouldn't mind joining or starting a book club and some company on Saturday mornings at bagels and beans.

10. Susan, 41, English, Hospitality
I have been living in the Netherlands for 3 years and love it very much. I would like to increase my social circle of friends. My interests are going to the cinema, bars, indoor bowling, walking, going out to visit other areas of interest and eating out.

9. Jane, 39, British, Analyst/Consultant
I have moved here in November 2002 to join my company in Amsterdam. I just adore going to pubs and socialise, love reading and anything to do with my computer. I design/program webpages in my spare time and actually write a book as well.

7. Jen, 23, Canadian, Asset Management Analyst
Hello, I am a recent university graduate excited about experiencing life abroad, learning a new language, trying new activities, and meeting new people. I enjoy sports such as running and biking, "intellectual" activities such as attending cultural and arts events, interesting lectures, etc., traveling, and dancing.

6. Jason, 33, American, Product Manager
I moved to Holland in 1996 to study for my MBA at Rotterdam School of Management.   While here, I met my Dutch partner and decided to stay. Hobbies: travelling, skiing, cooking, reading, working around the house, getting together with friends to discuss life, business, politics, etc.

5. Costa, 28, Greek, Group Treasury Controller
My wife Luaine and I moved here about seven months ago, and have found it fairly difficult to expand on our circle of friends, looking to meet up with other respective individuals with same interests and build up friendships, enjoy socializing and various sports.

4. Nathan, 27, British, Computer Scientist and Programmer
I'm originally from the north of Scotland, but have spent the past 3 years in Sheffield working on a PhD.  I enjoy reading, music, cinema, theatre, proper beer (where do i find this in the Netherlands?) and cooking.  I trained as a computer scientist and now work in computational chemistry.

3. Karen, 31, British, Nursery Nurse
I moved to Amsterdam over 3 years ago to work in the British school. I moved to Haarlem to live with my Dutch boyfriend. I'm easy going with a good sense of humour and it would be great to meet up with other expats. I enjoy drinking, eating, going to the cinema and playing sports.

2. Hana, 34, Czech, Financial Accountant
Hello, I moved down to Haarlem in 2000. After getting settled and adjusted to the new language, I am looking forward to meeting a new group of friends!

1. Ward, 34, Dutch, E-Business Manager
Hi, I have lived in Haarlem for almost three years now. During stays in other countries, I experienced what a great way this is to meet new friends, so hope to meet a lot of you! I enjoy such things as football, squash, pool, socializing, drinks, dinners, and travelling, just to name a few.