by Mike | Dec 6, 2012 | CADS Blog
In preparation for next Friday’s Jokathon (yes, it’s here already!), Alison has been honing her skills… below are a couple of examples: Nick Clegg Nick Clegg walked into a branch of HSBC to cash a cheque. As he approached the cashier he said...
by Mike | Dec 5, 2012 | CADvertising, Dutch News, Events Blog
AMSTERDAM HOTELS OPEN THEIR DOORS TO FELLOW CITY DWELLERS On 12 January 2013, Amsterdam residents will have the chance to enjoy an overnight hotel stay in their own hometown. A selection of 45 exceptional hotels will be offering rooms and suites at significantly...
by Mike | Nov 21, 2012 | Greetings from the Chair
At the October lunch we had a riveting and shocking address by Mark Cook, founder of the charity Hope and Homes for Children, who showed a short film about the treatment of war children in orphanages in Central Europe. There was nary a dry eye in the house by the end,...
by Mike | Nov 21, 2012 | Greetings from the Chair
This month we have a few new members, and one or two potential members attending the lunch for inspection. We also want to discuss the subject of charitable giving, and ask your feedback on charities you consider as potential recipients of funds from CADS. We may also...
by Mike | Nov 21, 2012 | CADS Blog, Dutch News, Events Blog
We very much enjoyed our sail fronm Zaandam to Wormerveer. Due to large consumption of mulled wine, and the absence of our trusty photographer John Richardson, the only photos we have are those below… lovely pictures of where we went, and the ship. But where are...
by Mike | Nov 10, 2012 | CADS Blog, Events Blog
CADS Lay Wreath at the 323rd Commonwealth and Allied War Graves Sat 10th November 10:30am This year marks the 67th anniversary of the end of world War two. Virtually an entire generation has been able to live a reasonably peaceful and prosperous life in freedom, which...
by Mike | Nov 8, 2012 | CADS Blog, CADvertising, Dutch News
On Friday 15th and Saturday 16th February 2013, the 3rd International Whisky Festival will be held in the Grote Kerk at Alkmaar. Your opportunity to sample and purchase many of the various brews produced in Scotland.
by Mike | Nov 6, 2012 | CADvertising
In the past many of you have enjoyed the tasty champagnes of Bartnicki Père et Fils, imported by Champagne House. As of coming November these champagnes will be re-launched in Holland through TJ’s Cellar Door Amsterdam. You can convince yourself again of these...
by Mike | Nov 6, 2012 | CADvertising
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