Weekly soup and coffee meet-ups boost community spirit in Kerkrade
Residents in Kerkrade are enjoying warmer connections thanks to weekly soup and coffee gatherings at ’t Patronaat. These low-cost, volunteer-run events offer a chance to socialize, meet neighbors, and explore local activities—proving small initiatives can make a big difference in daily life.
| Event | Day | Time | Location | Organizers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kom op de Soep | Tuesday | 12:00 - 13:00 | ’t Patronaat | Volunteers |
| Kom op de Koffie | Thursday | 12:00 - 15:00 | ’t Patronaat | Club Bleijerheide & Impuls |
| Started | September 2025 | - | - | - |
| Alderman Visit | March 2026 | - | ’t Patronaat | Alderman Schlangen |
The municipality of Kerkrade supports community centers like ’t Patronaat to foster social cohesion and reduce loneliness among residents. These initiatives align with local policies aimed at improving quality of life through accessible, volunteer-driven activities.
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More and more encounters at ’t Patronaat thanks to ‘Kom op de Soep’
What started as a simple way to meet people, is growing at ’t Patronaat into a weekly highlight where more and more residents are coming. ‘Kom op de Soep’ brings neighbors together every Tuesday to enjoy freshly made soup and a sandwich. And recently, there is also ‘Kom op de Koffie’ every Thursday.
Since September 2025, every Tuesday between 12:00 and 13:00, a team of dedicated volunteers is ready at ’t Patronaat to serve a fresh soup of the day. Thanks to the friendly prices, the activity is accessible to everyone who feels like a warm bowl of soup and a chat. Alderman Schlangen came to thank the volunteers for their efforts last Tuesday.
New: ‘Kom op de Koffie’ on Thursday
The success of ‘Kom op de Soep’ has meanwhile led to new ideas and expansion of the offer. Recently, volunteers from Club Bleijerheide together with Impuls in ’t Patronaat also organize ‘Kom op de Koffie’ on Thursday morning between 12:00 and 15:00. This is also an informal moment where neighbors can drop by in a relaxed environment for a cup of coffee and an introduction to the activities in the building. With this expansion, ’t Patronaat hopes to further stimulate the curiosity of residents and get even more people over the threshold.
Everyone is welcome
Whether you feel like a warm lunch, need company, or are simply curious about what happens at ’t Patronaat: all residents are warmly welcome. The organization emphasizes that you can come by anytime.