Money Week 23 - 27 March: Money Fairy Tales

From 23 to 27 March, Money Week takes place. Capelle is once again participating with numerous activities. This year’s theme is: ‘Money Fairy Tales – too good to be true’. Read more about the activities.

Money Fairy Tales – Too Good to Be True

Young people today are growing up in a world full of temptations. On social media, money sometimes seems to flow in effortlessly. Influencers showcase a life of luxury. Advertisements claim that a deal is ‘only available today’. And stories about making quick money spread like wildfire.

But not everything that glitters is gold. Many of these stories are actually money fairy tales: beautiful promises that are too good to be true. For young people, it can be difficult to see through them. That’s why it’s so important that we talk about money together. At home around the kitchen table, at school, and in the neighbourhood. About recognising temptations, making wise choices, and the value of money.

The national Money Week helps with this. This year, the theme is ‘Money Fairy Tales – too good to be true’. It invites us all to reflect on the question: do we actually recognise these money fairy tales ourselves? And how can we help young people see through them?

In Capelle, we are also paying attention to this. Together with partners such as Welzijn Capelle, the KinderLabs, youth work, the Wijkwinkels (neighbourhood shops), Samen010/Budgetmaatjes (budget buddies), and the Library, we are organising activities for young and old. In the Wijkwinkels, residents of Capelle can get information and advice on financial matters. In the KinderLabs and at Welzijn Capelle, activities focus on money, such as a shopping quiz that shows how quickly small amounts add up. Various schools in Capelle are also offering lessons on money this week. For young people, there is an event called ‘Money Fairy Tales Unmasked’ on 26 March at CAPSLOC. Speaker Roy will share his personal story about the temptations of making quick money. For all activities, visit www.watisertedoenincapelle.nl under the theme ‘money’.

Together, we help residents of Capelle recognise money fairy tales – and, above all, write their own realistic story.

Kind regards,
René van Hemert
Councillor, Municipality of Capelle aan den IJssel

23 March TheatreLab with Master Marco

Monday 23 March 14:15 – 15:30
For: children aged 9-12
Where: KinderLab Schollevaar, Louvre 1
Register via www.kinderlabs.nl

‘Money plays no part’ A group of children from KinderLab are writing their own musical. Would you like to help, act, sing, and/or contribute ideas? Then come and practise at these theatre lessons! Perhaps you’ll be the shining star of the stage later on!

23 March Soup on Monday Afternoon

Monday 23 March 15:00 – 17:00
For: adults
Where: Huis van de Wijk Schollevaar, Stationsplein 20
No registration required
While enjoying a delicious bowl of soup, we’ll discuss money together. Participation is free.

24 March Visit to the Tax and Customs Museum

Tuesday 24 March 15:15 – 16:45
For: children aged 10-12
Where: KinderLab Oostgaarde, Rogaland 31
Register for transport via kinderbuurtcoaches@welzijncapelle.nu
During this educational outing to the MoneyLab at the Tax and Customs Museum in Rotterdam, you’ll learn how to manage money. Participation is free.

24 March Share & Give Market Schenkel

Tuesday 24 March Drop off items: 10:00 – 12:00, Market: 13:00 – 15:00
For: adults
Where: Huis van de Wijk de Wel, Bongerd 2A
No registration required.
Market with small and still usable items. Think of: home accessories, small household items, small toys, and the like. No clothing/textiles or large household appliances/furniture. If you bring items, make sure they are complete and in good condition.

24 March Shopping Quiz with Lunch

Tuesday 24 March 9:30 – 12:30
For: adults
Where: Huis van de Wijk Oostgaarde, De Linie 5
No registration required
Guess the prices of the shopping items! Join the quiz and stand a chance to win! Participation is free.

25 March Think Before You Click

Wednesday 25 March 11:00 – 12:30
For: adults
Where: Huis van de Wijk Middelwatering, Lijstersingel 22a
No registration required
Always be alert when dealing with online financial matters and messages. Cybercrime and online fraud are becoming increasingly common. That’s why it’s good to keep talking about digital security. Neighbourhood police officers, budget coach Marijn, and colleague Paul will be there to provide explanations and answer your questions.

26 March Youth Event ‘Money Fairy Tales Unmasked’ at CAPSLOC

Thursday 26 March 14:00 – 16:30
For: young people aged 11-20. Parents and carers are also very welcome.
Where: CAPSLOC, Pelikaanweg 3A
No registration required (unless entire classes wish to attend)
Admission: free
Young people in Capelle are warmly invited to ‘Money Fairy Tales Unmasked’, an informative and interactive event at the Pop and Culture Podium CAPSLOC. On Thursday 26 March, Irma and Ramon from Welzijn Capelle will welcome you for an afternoon of activities. You’ll learn about the temptations of making quick money and impulse buying. You’ll receive a stamp card for all activities. With this, you can collect a nice goodie bag at the end.

Ex-inmate Roy Shares His Story

Guest speaker Roy shares his personal and inspiring story. As a former inmate, he knows better than anyone how young people can be tempted to want to make quick money – and the high price they pay for it. His story shows how easily you can get into trouble, but also that recovery is possible.

Money Game and Escape Suitcase

Using a Money Game and an Escape Suitcase, you’ll learn in a playful way how to make wise choices about money. The Library of Capelle is helping with this.

Room for Questions and Information

In addition to Roy’s story, you can ask all your questions about financial matters and gather information on a variety of topics. For example, about what you need to arrange when you turn 18. But also about financial support via the Youth Fund or Learning Fund. And what help you can get if you can no longer pay your debts. You can ask questions to:

• Budget coaches
• Youth coaches
• Energy coaches
• Wijkwinkel (neighbourhood shop) staff
• Library of Capelle
• Municipality of Capelle

26 March Count Your Wealth

Thursday 26 March 14:15 – 15:15
For: children aged 4-6
Where: KinderLab Schollevaar, Louvre 1
Register via www.kinderlabs.nl
Play smart: get to work on maths in a new way! By moving around, children practise maths at their own level. The children work and play together. In a different, new, and challenging way, children learn maths. Fun is the priority.

27 March Price-Aware Lunch

Friday 27 March 12:30 – 13:30
For: adults
Where: Huis van de Wijk Middelwatering, Lijstersingel 22a
Register at the reception desk of Huis van de Wijk Middelwatering or call 010 - 316 98 51
This week, a special edition of the residents’ lunch. Get to know other neighbourhood residents while enjoying a delicious lunch. And learn more about price bargains. You might even leave with the win!

Wijkwinkels: Free Help with Applications and Administration

During Money Week, too, everyone can get money tips at the neighbourhood shop in their own area. Questions about rent, insurance, energy, telephony, benefits, or taxes? The staff can help, for example with applying for care and rent allowances. They also assist with applications for the Food Bank or a payment arrangement. Make a free appointment at your neighbourhood shop via hulpenadvies@welzijncapelle.nu or 010 - 707 49 00. Or simply drop by during opening hours. If you’re not very mobile, you can make an appointment for help at home.

Questions About Making Ends Meet?

Ask the budget coaches! The Budget Coaches Question Hour takes place five times a week. Here are the addresses and times:

• Monday, 13:00 – 15:00: Huis van de Wijk Schollevaar, Stationsplein 20
• Tuesday, 10:00 – 12:00: Huis van de Wijk Schenkel, Bongerd 2A
• Wednesday, 10:00 – 12:00: Huis van de Wijk Oostgaarde, De Linie 5
• Thursday, 10:00 – 12:00: Knop Op, Cornelis Houtmanstraat 45
• Friday, 10:00 – 12:00: Huis van de Wijk Middelwatering, Lijstersingel 22A (at OBS De Klim-Op)

Neighbourhood Shop Addresses

Neighbourhood Shop De Fluiter, Community Centre De Fluiter, Wiekslag 3
Neighbourhood Shop Library, Stadsplein 39
Neighbourhood Shop Reviusrondeel, de Knik, Reviusrondeel 165
Neighbourhood Shop Oostgaarde, De Plint, Purmerhoek 337A
Neighbourhood Shop Schenkel, Huis van de Wijk De Wel, Bongerd 2A
Neighbourhood Shop Schinckelhove, Residential Complex Schinckelhove, Meidoornveld 60-69
Neighbourhood Shop Schollevaar, Huis van de Wijk Schollevaar, Stationsplein 20
For all opening hours of neighbourhood shops and advice cafés, see www.welzijncapelle.nl/wijkwinkels

For all activities this week, visit www.watisertedoenincapelle.nl under the theme ‘money’.

Don’t leave your money lying around. Check www.capelleaandenijssel.nl/geldzorgen to see what you’re entitled to.