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21. September 2026

Children and youth21. September 2026

New family planner for 2027 now available

A handy guide for the whole year: the new Bocholt family planner is out now

The new Bocholt Family Planner for 2027 is now available. Published by the Bocholt branch of the Child Protection Association, this guide offers families practical help with everyday life as well as an insight into the wide range of local activities available for children and young people. Mayor Mangen received the first copy at the official launch on 16 September.

11. September 2026

Children and youth11. September 2026

World Children's Day: Free activity day for children at Kapu

Hands-on activities and a stage programme on Friday, 18 September, from 3 pm to 6 pm // Marking the start of Intercultural Week

Playing, trying out new things and having fun together: to mark World Children's Day, children and families can look forward to a varied afternoon on Friday 18 September 2026 on the grounds of St Josef Gymnasium (Kapu). From 3 pm to 6 pm, numerous organisations and clubs in Bocholt will be hosting hands-on activities and a colourful programme of stage performances.

10. September 2026

Family10. September 2026

Training programme for childminders and anyone interested

Expertise, discussion and fresh ideas on the topic of childminding // A course offered by the Bocholt-Rhede-Isselburg Adult Education Centre

The VHS Bocholt-Rhede-Isselburg is once again offering an exciting range of training courses this year for childminders and anyone else interested. Alongside the tried-and-tested information evenings on all aspects of childminding, the programme includes, amongst other things, %$First Aid for Children%$, dealing with anger, aggression and challenging behaviour in children in day care, as well as issues relating...

04. September 2026

Children and youth04. September 2026

Start of the academic term: JUNGE UNI's new programme in Bocholt offers tried-and-tested classics and exciting new additions

Winter Term 2026: Discover, try things out and decide together

From 7 September 2026, the new winter semester programme will be available on the JUNGE UNI in Bocholt (JUBoh) website; registration opens on 10 September at around 8 am. By deliberately separating the publication of the programme from the start of registration, families are given time to explore the diverse range of courses together. From tried-and-tested classics to exciting new workshops and an excursion to...

15. June 2026

Family15. June 2026

Bocholt Health Days offer a varied programme of activities

A varied programme of events from 28 June to 4 July 2026 // Yoga Day and dance event in Langenberg Park, as well as activities in the local neighbourhoods

From 28 June to 4 July 2026, the City of Bocholt is hosting the Bocholt Health Days, featuring a wide-ranging programme focusing on exercise, relaxation and healthy eating. The activities are aimed at all age groups and will take place in Langenberg Park and at local community centres. Residents can take part in the various hands-on activities free of charge and without prior registration.

09. June 2026

Children and youth09. June 2026

Information event on voluntary guardianship

The Bocholt Youth Welfare Office is looking for volunteers for guardianships in cooperation with SkF Bocholt e.V.

In cooperation with the Sozialdienst katholischer Frauen (SkF) Bocholt e.V., the youth welfare office of the city of Bocholt is looking for citizens who are willing to take on voluntary guardianship for children and young people. If parents are deprived of custody or underage refugees come to Germany unaccompanied, they need legal representation. An information evening on Wednesday, 8 July 2026, will introduce...

13. May 2026

Children and youth13. May 2026

New toddler play area in the Kubaai is opened

850 square metres of space for the little ones // Inclusive sand playground

This week, the city of Bocholt is officially opening the extension to the playground in the Kubaai neighbourhood to the public. New play and recreational elements have been created on around 850 additional square metres, supplementing the facilities for small children in particular. A particular focus of the project was the inclusive usability of the new facilities.

29. April 2026

Family29. April 2026

Bocholt takes part in nationwide campaign week for child day care

Child day care in the spotlight // Experience, inform, participate

As part of the nationwide campaign week for child day care, child day care providers are organising two special events for families and citizens with the support of the city of Bocholt at the beginning of May. A joint cycle tour and a varied day of action will offer insights into this important childcare service. The organisers cordially invite all interested parties to take part and exchange ideas.

20. April 2026

Family20. April 2026

Bocholt family planner 2027 is looking for contributors

Child Protection Association and City of Bocholt call for participation // Contributions from the fields of sport, culture and social affairs welcome // Closing date for entries is 29 May 2026

Kinderschutzbund Bocholt is once again publishing the popular family planner for 2027 in cooperation with the city of Bocholt. Associations and organisations that are committed to children and young people can now apply with their own contributions for the design. Mayor Christian Mangen has taken on the patronage of this project.

08. April 2026

Children and youth08. April 2026

25-year service anniversary: Gunnar Jungkamp celebrates with the city of Bocholt

City of Bocholt honours Gunnar Jungkamp for a quarter of a century in public service

On 1 April 2026, Gunnar Jungkamp celebrates his 25th anniversary with the city of Bocholt. The qualified social worker can look back on a varied career in the Youth and Family department. He is currently working as an official guardian with great commitment to the interests of children and young people.

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