Sinterklaas is the Dutch iteration of the classic Saint Nicholas legend, often called the “De Sint.” Unlike his American counterpart, Sinterklaas wears a more traditional bishop garb and delivers ...

While Sinterklaas was not held in the village this year, the iconic Rhinebeck event’s spirit lived on at “Dances with the Polar Bear” on Saturday afternoon. More than a hundred people gathered in the ...

While many Europeans will wait until the end of December for their Christmas celebrations, the Dutch have already got going. This evening (5 December) signifies the Sinterklaas evening with the ...

Why is Christian Science in our name? Our name is about honesty. The Monitor is owned by The First Church of Christ, Scientist, and we’ve always been transparent about that. The church publishes the ...

HOLLAND — Sinterklaas will return to Holland in December, thanks to a celebration planned by Tulip Time. The event will run 5-8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 6, and 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7. Families can ...

Sinterklaas is back! On December 4, after a year hiatus due to the pandemic, revelers young and old will bundle up and rejoin the day of festivities all over Rhinebeck. “This year is about coming ...

The Dutch Sinterklaas celebration, including the controversial character of Zwarte Piet, has finally been included in the country’s official cultural heritage list. The tradition was recommended for ...

Contributing writer Cathy Healy was in Amsterdam this year to see some of the festivities that surround the arrival of Sinterklaas – or the Dutch Santa Claus. If you’re naughty, not nice in the ...

On the evening of 5 December, Dutch friends and families get together to celebrate their unique take on the festive season. While many Europeans will wait until the end of December for their Christmas ...