Why is it called A-Kasse? “A” is short for the Danish arbejdsløs = unemployed and “kasse” means box, or in this case anunemployment insurance fund. If you have started working in Denmark, you might have talked to some of your colleagues about being amember of an A-kasse and/or a trade union. Many Danish employees are … Continue reading A-Kasser & Trade Unions
Easter in Denmark
Easter in Denmark usually means that winter is ending, spring is in full bloom, and summer is just around the corner. Just like Christmas, Easter is a big deal for Danes, and this holiday involves many traditions as well. Let’s take a peek into these traditions get to know Easter in Denmark a little bit … Continue reading Easter in Denmark
Remember to check your “årsopgørelse”
It is soon time to look at your “årsopgørelse” = your annual tax assessment notice Every year in March, we receive our tax assessment notice, in Danish called “årsopgørelse”. From your “årsopgørelse", you can see a summary of your income, deductions and allowances and what you have paid in taxes – and most importantly if … Continue reading Remember to check your “årsopgørelse”
being creative in Copenhagen – join my courses in English
One of the first things I googled when I arrived in Copenhagen last March was where to find the nearest craft store. In my home country I knew exactly where I could buy which materials from. I had the chance to use a workshop in a school and I could borrow all kinds of tools … Continue reading being creative in Copenhagen – join my courses in English
Join a Club – the Highway into Danish Culture
Denmark is a country with thousands of clubs and associations that all citizens can join no matter where they come from. This is where Danes meet, sharing the same interests or hobbies and if you have common interests, then culture and language become less important. Everyone is welcome to join! Therefore, if you like to … Continue reading Join a Club – the Highway into Danish Culture
Hygge During Winter Months in Copenhagen
I could feel it creeping up. I’ve had this feeling since the start of October. I gravitate towards staying at home, make tea, and curl up with a good book. I sigh every time I look out the window, unsure of whether I should bring my umbrella or not. I caught only a fleeting glimpse … Continue reading Hygge During Winter Months in Copenhagen
Christmas in Denmark
The Countdown The countdown till Christmas already begins in mid-November. The streets are already getting lit, and the peak of "hygge-season" is approaching. At home, the countdown officially begins on 1 December. Typically families have a calendar candle (kalenderlys) which has the numbers from 1-24 written on it and the point is to keep the … Continue reading Christmas in Denmark
CULTURE NIGHT 14 OCTOBER
Every year on the Friday before the autumn break, you can join CULTURE NIGHT with more than 250 museums, theatres, libraries, churches, ministries and parks throughout the city welcome the public during Copenhagen's biggest annual one-day event, and the exciting events show that the city embraces many aspects of its cultural life. You can read … Continue reading CULTURE NIGHT 14 OCTOBER
Things to do during winter break
For those of you with children in school this week or the next schools are closed for winter holidays. As always there are so many fun activities for the whole family, here is just a few to inspire you. Wishing you all a nice winter break 😊 https://dac.dk/en/ - Danish Architecture Center check out their … Continue reading Things to do during winter break
Kulturnatten: Culture Night
Join the Culture Night "KULTURNATTEN", 15 OCTOBER For more than 25 years, Culture Night has been one of Copenhagen's most well-attended cultural events. When the schools begin their autumn holiday the association Kulturnatten creates a festive evening, where the entire cultural life of the city works together to create joy and inspiration for all of … Continue reading Kulturnatten: Culture Night
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