Zine Magazine Summer 2016
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Chairman Nick's Summer Message
Britsoc Chairman
- We would like to make an introductory video of the society. We will begin by visiting as many of our Britsoc sports and social events as we can and shoot footage for the video. We will also arrange to shoot a special Britsoc get together. We would like this to be attended by as many as possible to show off the society to its best.
- We have agreed to train up to four people for EHBO (first aid) qualifications. We need first aid support at some events and it makes sense to spend some of the society's money to have our own people trained. If you would be interested to be trained at our expense let me know. I believe in some companies you get a small increment in your salary for being an official first aider.


After Brexit what next?
Brexit




Scottish Parliament




Don’t swap your passports yet, Amsterdam mayor tells British
Brexit


What to do this Summer?
Family and Children
Efteling – Charm and thrills.

Walibi Holland – High speed thrills.

Duinrell & Tikibad – 2 for the price of 1



An unforgettable experience
Art and Culture
The Kroller Muller Museum is situated in the middle of the Hoge Veluwe National Park, about an hour's drive from Amsterdam. It is a unique experience with a combination of art, nature and architecture and a place where things of beauty come together to guarantee a truly unforgettable visit.
The experience is a paradise for seasoned art lovers and newcomers and nowhere else in the world is the enjoyment of art so intense, due to the phenomenal collection of art and it's beautiful location surrounded by nature. There are more than 400,000 visitors a year and it is one of the most popular museums in the Netherlands.
The Kroller Muller Museum is a second home to works by Vincent Van Gogh and home to top works by modern masters including Claude Monet, Georges Seurat, Pablo Picasso and Piet Mondriaan. The museum boasts almost 90 paintings and more than 180 drawings. Other temporary exhibitions also ensure that the museum keeps pace with the latest developments to ensure it retains public interest.
One of the largest private collections of the 20th century is the life work of Helene Kroller Muller as between 1907 and 1922 with her husband Anton Kroller they bought almost 11,500 works of art. It was Helene's dream to have her own 'museum house' a place where she could share her passion of modern art with other art lovers and she fulfilled her dream in 1938.
The Museum is situated in the Hoge Veluwe Park which has 5,500 hectares of forest, heaths and grasslands which is the natural habitat for deer, mouflon and wild boar. While visiting the park you can roam freely by foot or with the free white bicycles that are available. On a visit, you will find one of the finest treasure troves to be found in the Netherlands and it will not disappoint you as it has everything it takes to give its visitors a unique and unforgettable experience.


Summer Jokes
Fun
Duck Joke
A duck walks into a pub and orders a pint of beer and a ham sandwich.The barman looks at him and says, "Hang on! You're a duck.""I see your eyes are working," replies the duck."And you can talk!" exclaims the barman."I see your ears are working, too," says the duck. "Now if you don't mind, can I have my beer and my sandwich please?""Certainly, sorry about that," says the barman as he pulls the duck's pint. "It's just we don't get many ducks in this pub. What are you doing round this way?" "I'm working on the building site across the road," explains the duck. "I'm a plasterer."The flabbergasted barman cannot believe the duck and wants to learn more, but takes the hint when the duck pulls out a newspaper from his bag and proceeds to read it.So, the duck reads his paper, drinks his beer, eats his sandwich, bids the barman good day and leaves.The same thing happens for two weeks.Then one day the circus comes to town.The ringmaster comes into the pub for a pint and the barman says to him "You're with the circus, aren't you? Well, I know this duck that could be just brilliant in your circus. He talks, drinks beer, eats sandwiches, reads the newspaper and everything!""Sounds marvelous," says the ringmaster, handing over his business card. "Get him to give me a call."So the next day when the duck comes into the pub the barman says, "Hey Mr. Duck, I reckon I can line you up with a top job, paying really good money.""I'm always looking for the next job," says the duck. "Where is it?""At the circus," says the barman."The circus?" repeats the duck."That's right," replies the barman."The circus?" the duck asks again. "That place with the big tent?""Yeah," the barman replies."With all the animals who live in cages, and performers who live in caravans?" says the duck."Of course," the barman replies."And the tent has canvas sides and a big canvas roof with a hole in the middle?" persists the duck."That's right!" says the barman.The duck shakes his head in amazement, and says:"What the hell would they want with a plasterer??!"Blonde Joke
A blonde lady motorist was about two hours from San Diego when she was flagged down by a man whose truck had broken down. The man walked up to the car and asked, "Are you going to San Diego?" "Sure," answered the blonde, "do you need a lift?" "Not for me. I'll be spending the next three hours fixing my truck. My problem is I've got two chimpanzees in the back that have to be taken to the San Diego Zoo. They're a bit stressed already so I don't want to keep them on the road all day.Could you possibly take them to the zoo for me? I'll give you $200 for your trouble” "I'd be happy to," said the blonde. So the two chimpanzees were ushered into the back seat of the blonde's car and carefully strapped into their seat belts, and off they went.Five hours later, the truck driver was driving through the heart of San Diego when suddenly he was horrified! There was the blonde walking down the street, holding hands with the two chimps, much to the amusement of a big crowd. With a screech of brakes he pulled off the road and ran over to the blonde. "What are you doing here?" he demanded, "I gave you $200 to take these chimpanzees to the zoo!" "Yes, I know you did," said the blonde."But we had money left over so now we're going to Sea World."

Interview of the Month | Vicky Hampton
Food and drink
Vicky Hampton is a writer and runs food blog www.amsterdamfoodie.nl




BritPhotShot of the Month | Summer 2016
Photography
Britsoc Photo Lesson #15 – People are great!
I make a living from photographing people. Children, business folk, CEOs, familieseven royalty … each year they tend to come in sight of one of my lenses. When Ireview the year I look back on all the amazing things it's been a privilege to witnessand the one conclusion I can draw is this; people are GREAT! That is never more apparent than during the festivities over Pride Weekend; this yearfrom August 5-7. There’s no doubt its the best pride in the world by far. The reasonsare simple; first, Amsterdam has a long, rich history of welcoming LGBT people. Second, the normal LGBT scene here in the city is thriving and there’s no doubt thatthis is one of Europe’s great centres for living an out and proud life as a member ofthe LGBT community. Third, the weekend shows all that in glorious technicolour! Iwas lucky enough to witness that from a great perch on a boat during last year’scanal parade. This is one of my favourite shots from that day. It tells me simply this;no matter who the person or people are in front of your camera… come at themwith the attitude of “you are beautiful and I want to capture your energy and yourbeauty” and you won't go far wrong. Technical details; Nikon D810 with mounted AF-S Nikkor 17-35 (2.8) f/4.5 @1/500th Benjamin Arthur – the British Photographer in Amsterdam.More information @ www.benjaminarthur.comEmail is benjaminarthur@gmail.com.Phone # is 06 83 94 35 52

The Whisky Hunter
Food and drink
Amongst the Spirits
In pursuit of wider knowledge, the Beer Hunter sent a very small (and committed) team to check out the whisky making process in Scotland. No challenge is too great! We journeyed to Speyside, the home to many Highland whiskies including Gelnfiddich, the world’s biggest selling single malt. The first stop was the restaurant for some local haggis that was a delicious way to start the tour. After a small wait for the (free!) tour to begin, we were off. This is what we learned.




Brexit information point opens in Amsterdam
Politics
The Dutch government has created a ‘Brexit Information Point’ to answer questions and provide updates for British expats and businesses in the Netherlands.
A ‘Brexit Information Point’ and telephone line were recently opened in Amsterdam for the nearly 15,000 British expats living and working in the Dutch region to provide information regarding the UK's decision to leave the European Union.Following the recent 23 June referendum, the United Kingdom has voted to withdraw its membership from the European Union. The ‘Brexit’, as it's popularly known, has raised numerous immigration concerns among British employees, freelancers and students in the Netherlands who are uncertain of their future rights to live and work in the country, De Telegraaf reported.To address the situation, the municipality of Amsterdam, along with Expatcenter Amsterdam and amsterdam inbusiness, has especially created a Brexit Information Point and hotline to actively inform British expats with future developments.The counter is located at the Expatcenter Amsterdam while the information line can be reached by calling +31 (0)20 254 7999, according to Amsterdam’s municipal website. British citizens already residing in the Netherlands, individuals interested in relocating and businesses are encouraged to visit or inquire about policy changes.

Summer Poetry
Poetry
Veer
by Sally JohnsonYou comin’ mate for a pint o’ beer?
Can’t mate, got a bloomin’ pain in me left ear.
It’s givin’ me ‘avoc n makin’ me queer;
Gonna ‘ave to see the doc tomorro’ I fear.
Awright, take care mate, n we’ll send you some cheer
From the pub round the corner, The Laughin’ Cavalier.
Wonder ‘ow many ‘e ‘ad; ‘e’s got quite a leer!
Yeah, booze, girls n gold; a geezer to revere!
Have a good ‘un mate n keep your ‘ead clear.
You know what ‘appened last time when you couldn’t steer.
Smack into those bushes, didn’t you veer?
Take it easy mate, ‘cos life’s too fuckin’ dear.
Stripe
by Sally JohnsonSurrounded by your perfectly cast silk,
Your geometric precision can be matched by few.
Your spatial shrewdness and daring are more than opportunist;
You are an engineer of nature.
As you bask suspended in the centre of your creation,
You seem docile in the soft autumnal sun.
Your body rests as motionless as today’s windless air;
You are a responsive creature.
As an engineer you, too, have a strategy,
While your striped body and silk glisten delicately in the light.
It is more than fine thread you weave - it is a genius’s trap;
You are a perceptive inventor.
Your stance is an intriguing illusion to the ignorant,
Since at the slightest vibration, a light insect’s wing or a man’s sneeze,
Your alertness is triggered, and you pounce eagerly to consume;
You are a subtle warrior.
Contention
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