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Coffee culture at the Maurice Genevoix library

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Oct 17 – Dec 19Free

Coffee culture at the Maurice Genevoix library

Trade the stuffy literary salons for this lively neighborhood spot where your personal taste takes center stage. Whether you want to geek out over obscure indie films, debate recent stage performances, or share your latest gallery discovery, these informal meetups are the perfect excuse to find your new local tribe.

Bibliothèque Maurice Genevoix (Paris 18th)

About

The Maurice Genevoix Library in the 18th arrondissement hosts Café culture, a series of relaxed gatherings focused on discussing your recent cultural discoveries. Whether you want to talk about your favorite music, films, plays, or exhibitions, this is the perfect space to share your thoughts. These sessions are open to anyone aged 15 and over, with no prior booking required. Admission is completely free, and the venue is fully accessible to wheelchair users and visitors with cognitive disabilities. Come and enjoy this stimulating environment to exchange ideas and feed your curiosity during a morning dedicated to open conversation.

Literary café, literary café... do I look like a literary café person? At Maurice Genevoix, we think bigger: come and discuss your favorite music, movies, theater, or exhibitions.

- Saturday, September 19 at 11:30 am, Family stories

Saturday, October 17 at 11:30 am, little murders among friends

- Saturday, November 21 at 11:30 am, TBD

- Saturday, December 19 at 11:30 am, TBD


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Our take on this event

The Café culture series at the Maurice Genevoix Library goes beyond traditional literary circles to explore a wide range of cultural interests. These sessions offer a platform to freely discuss your latest experiences in cinema, music, theater, or visual arts in a welcoming atmosphere.

The upcoming meetings are scheduled for Saturday, November 21, 2026, and Saturday, December 19, 2026, from 11:30 to 12:30. While the specific themes for these two dates are yet to be determined, the focus remains on the spontaneous exchange of your current cultural passions.

Attendance is free and does not require any reservation. The event is designed for participants aged 15 and older. Committed to inclusivity, the library is wheelchair accessible and provides an environment adapted to guests with cognitive disabilities.

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