Talks in Paris.
Lectures, readings, and talks across Paris — now rolled into the Workshops catalog.
253 events currently running
TALKS
Effractions: Dialogue Series
Writers, artists, and researchers dialogue to explore literature's intersection with art, science, and social questions-probing what writing says about the world and the boundary between reality and fiction.
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Thursday bike self-repair workshop
Community-run bike repair and maintenance workshop at Paillettes & Cambouis in the 10th arrondissement. Open to everyone.
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Friday bike self-repair workshop
Community-run bike repair and maintenance workshop at Paillettes & Cambouis in the 10th arrondissement. Open to everyone.
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Wednesday bike self-repair workshop
Community-run bike repair and maintenance workshop at Paillettes & Cambouis in the 10th arrondissement. Open to everyone.
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Saturday bike self-repair workshop
Community-run bike repair and maintenance workshop at Paillettes & Cambouis in the 10th arrondissement. Open to everyone.
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Nature discovery for families with children at Parc des Buttes-Chaumont
Montessori-inspired nature walks for parents and children aged 2 to 10 in Paris parks. Guided outdoor adventures fostering connection and shared exploration.
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Herbarium Workshop with Graines de Botaniste
Create a personalized herbarium from hand-dried flowers at WoMa. A playful workshop designed for friends and curious nature enthusiasts.
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Senior activities at Club Arago, 13th arrondissement
Club Arago welcomes Parisians aged 55 and over, including retirees and adults with disabilities, for free activities tailored to your interests and needs.
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Senior activities at Club Saussure, 17th arrondissement
Club Saussure welcomes Parisians aged 55 and over, including retirees and adults with disabilities, for free activities tailored to your interests and needs.
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Senior activities at Club Périchaux, 15th arrondissement
Club Périchaux welcomes Parisians aged 55 and over, including retirees and adults with disabilities, for free activities tailored to your interests and needs.
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Senior activities at Club Georgette Agutte, 18th arrondissement
Club Georgette Agutte welcomes Parisians aged 55 and over, including retirees and adults with disabilities, for free activities tailored to your interests and needs.
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Senior activities at Club Mozart, 16th arrondissement
Club Mozart welcomes Parisians aged 55 and over, including retirees and adults with disabilities, for free activities tailored to your interests and needs.
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Senior activities at Club Saint-Éloi, 12th arrondissement
Club Saint-Éloi welcomes Parisians aged 55 and over, including retirees and adults with disabilities, for free activities tailored to your interests and needs.
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Senior activities at Club Beaucour, 8th arrondissement
Club Beaucour welcomes Parisians aged 55 and over, including retirees and adults with disabilities, for free activities tailored to your interests and needs.
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Senior activities at Club Malraux, 6th arrondissement
Club Malraux welcomes Parisians aged 55 and over, including retirees and adults with disabilities, for free activities tailored to your interests and needs.
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Senior activities at Club Jardin des Halles, 1st arrondissement
Club Jardin des Halles welcomes Parisians aged 55 and over, including retirees and adults with disabilities, for free activities tailored to your interests and needs.
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Senior activities at Club Didot, 14th arrondissement
Club Didot welcomes Parisians aged 55 and over, including retirees and adults with disabilities, for free activities tailored to your interests and needs.
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Senior activities at Club Grange aux Belles, 10th arrondissement
Club Grange aux Belles welcomes Parisians aged 55 and over, including retirees and adults with disabilities, for free activities tailored to your interests and needs.
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Senior activities at Club Chaufourniers, 19th arrondissement
Club Chaufourniers welcomes Parisians aged 55 and over, including retirees and adults with disabilities, for free activities tailored to your interests and needs.
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Senior Club Activities in the 11th Arrondissement
Club seniors Richard Lenoir welcomes Parisians aged 55 and over for free activities tailored to your interests and needs. Open to retirees, pre-retirees, and adults with disabilities.
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Senior Club Activities in the 7th Arrondissement
Club seniors Malar welcomes Parisians aged 55 and over for free activities tailored to your interests and needs. Open to retirees, pre-retirees, and adults with disabilities.
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Senior activities at Club Les Maréchaux, 9th arrondissement
Club Les Maréchaux welcomes Parisians aged 55 and over, including retirees and adults with disabilities, for free activities tailored to your interests and needs.
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Senior activities at Club Mouffetard, 5th arrondissement
Club Mouffetard welcomes Parisians aged 55 and over, including retirees and adults with disabilities, for free activities tailored to your interests and needs.
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Senior activities at Club Saint-Blaise, 20th arrondissement
Club Saint-Blaise welcomes Parisians aged 55 and over, including retirees and adults with disabilities, for free activities tailored to your interests and needs.
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Create and Record Your Music in Studio
Write and record your own song in a professional studio at DMT LAB. Open to children, young people, artists of all levels, and curious beginners.
WELLNESS
Qi-Gong and Self-Defence for Senior Women
École Dansomania offers a wellness and health class reserved for senior women in the 14th arrondissement.
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French Conversation Workshop
Médiathèque Virginia Woolf hosts French language conversation workshops every Friday morning where participants share a friendly moment in French around varied topics and board games.
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Computer Workshop
Bibliothèque Naguib Mahfouz offers computer help for laptops, smartphones, tablets, and internet navigation.
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Guitar Lessons
Mathieu Rapinier teaches guitar on Fridays at CréArte Paris in the 9th. Learn from an experienced instructor in a dedicated music centre.
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Digital Skills Workshops
One-to-one introductory sessions on computer and smartphone use at Bibliothèque Jean d'Ormesson (8e).
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Digital Skills Workshops at Médiathèque Françoise Sagan
Médiathèque Françoise Sagan and Konnexio offer computing and digital skills training in a multicultural setting. Build IT competencies and advance your professional skills while learning French.
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French Language Classes at Médiathèque Françoise Sagan
BAAM association offers French language courses for non-native speakers at Médiathèque Françoise Sagan. Develop your French skills in a welcoming setting with experienced instructors.
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French Conversation Workshop at Médiathèque Marguerite Duras
Learn French through conversation at Médiathèque Marguerite Duras. Meet fellow French learners and practise speaking with others in a supportive library environment.
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Bike Repair Workshop at Académie du Climat
Repair and maintain your bike at CycloCube, the co-repair workshop at Académie du Climat. Drop in every Wednesday to service your bicycle with expert guidance and community support.
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French Conversation for Non-Native Speakers at Médiathèque Françoise Sagan
Practice French conversation with librarians and fellow French learners at Médiathèque Françoise Sagan. Build confidence speaking in a welcoming, informal setting with people at your level.
WRITING
Butterfly Writing Workshop
Monthly Sunday afternoon writing workshop at L'Atelier sous les Toits, a space to develop your voice and explore narrative forms.
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Digital Resources Workshop
Explore the Paris library system's digital resources and learn to navigate the portal and internet with a librarian guide.
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Little Tricks Workshop
Play, create and tinker every Wednesday afternoon at Romilly Library. For ages 6+. Wednesdays at 4pm in the activities room.
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4:04 Activities at Assia Djebar
Activities for children 6 and up every Wednesday at 4:04pm. Register on-site the same day from 3pm onwards.
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Digital Help Desk
A digital adviser from the 13th arrondissement town hall holds regular office hours to assist with technology questions.
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French Conversation Workshop
Meet weekly, chat and get to know each other over coffee in French. Fridays at 5:30pm (school holidays excluded).
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Board Game Evening at Bibliothèque André Malraux
Family-friendly board game evening at Bibliothèque André Malraux in the 6th. Play with friends, family, or solo. A wide selection of games for all tastes.
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Animation workshops: storyboard and film
Storyboard and animation film workshops at Paris Ateliers, 12e. Discover animation techniques and storytelling through hands-on practice.
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Digital workshop - Internet safety best practices
Learn essential security rules to apply when using the Internet at Médiathèque Jean-Pierre Melville in the 13th arrondissement.
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Tinkering and creativity
Hands-on creative workshops at Bibliothèque Assia Djebar for children who love making things. Sessions held one or two Wednesdays monthly in the 20th.
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Nayoki speaking circle
Welcoming space for dialogue and listening at Maison de la Conversation in the 18th. Share, question, and connect deeply with others in a supportive environment.
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Writing Workshops: Write Freely
Rediscover or begin writing through creative workshops at Couleurs Brazil. Stimulate your imagination and find the pleasure of expression in guided sessions.
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Creative Time for Ages 3-6: Little Hands
Creative activities for children aged 3 to 6 at Bibliothèque Assia Djebar. Registration required, one adult per child.
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Baby Readers
A monthly Saturday morning at Bibliothèque Jacqueline de Romilly for parents and babies to discover books and nursery rhymes together.
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Writing and Collage Workshop
Alternate between writing and collage at L'Atelier sous les toits. Blend words and images to awaken your creativity in a hands-on session.
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Collège de France: Get Acquainted
Meet the Collège de France through talks on major intellectual and scientific questions of our time, hosted by Médiathèque Marguerite Duras in partnership with the institution.
ART
Art Workshop: Djeb'art
Explore an artist's method monthly on Wednesdays at Bibliothèque Assia Djebar. Paint, cut, glue, photograph, and create 'in the manner of' your chosen artist.
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Baby-Parent Movement Workshops
Gentle movement and body awareness exercises at RueWATT. Share a family moment with playful, age-adapted activities that encourage imagination and mobility.
READING
Stories with Jacqueline
Monthly Saturday storytelling for children aged 2 to 6 at Bibliothèque Jacqueline de Romilly, in the Bubble reading space.
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Parent-Child Workshops at RueWATT
Sensory and physical practice for a child and adult. Play together as a family at RueWATT in the 13th arrondissement.
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Kokedama Workshop at WoMa
Grow a plant without plastic pots. Learn the Japanese technique of kokedama at WoMa in the 19th arrondissement.
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Aerial Circus Workshop for Adults at RueWATT
Aerial circus apparatus including rope, trapeze, fabric, and hoop with artists from Cirque Fièr.e.s at RueWATT in the 13th.
WRITING
Parent-Child Writing Workshop at L'Atelier sous les Toits
Intergenerational writing for children aged 9-14 and adults. Play with words, tell stories and fantasies in an intimate, welcoming group.
WRITING
Boxing and Writing Workshop at Le Carreau du Temple
Explore the connection between the boxing glove and the pen. How does the language of the body translate to the language of words? A physical and literary investigation.
WRITING
Dance and Writing Workshop at Studio Bleu
Move from embodied writing to words on paper. Explore how gesture invites imagination and how imagination fuels movement at Studio Bleu.
CRAFTS
Knitting Tea Workshop
Convivial knitting workshop with tea at Maison des 1000 premiers jours du 20ème arrondissement, bringing together parenthood, craft and community.
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Women's Circle: Speak, Listen, Understand
Support group for pregnant women from 4 months gestation through 3 months postpartum at Maison des 1000 premiers jours du 20ème arrondissement.
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Fabrique à Brac Workshop
Creative workshop for ages 6+ at médiathèque James Baldwin, held the last Wednesday of each month. Children explore imagination and craft original creations.
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Board Games Afternoon
Meet neighbours in the 11th arrondissement over board games at the Maison de la Vie Associative et Citoyenne.
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Fresques de la Crue Workshop
At Académie du Climat, navigate a centenary flood scenario. Learn how major inundation occurs and build team resilience against the natural phenomenon that could transform the capital.
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Pop-up Workshop at Arc de Triomphe - Build Your Model
Create a model of the Arc de Triomphe at this iconic intersection of Paris's greatest avenues and landmarks. A hands-on exploration of the city's monuments.
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Crochet Workshop
Monthly crochet gathering at médiathèque James Baldwin. Exchange ideas and collectively create a blanket.
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Poetry Workshop: the Poem Factory
At Bibliothèque Assia Djebar, explore rhythm and rhyme, then decorate your poem in colours of your choice. Wednesdays at 16:04; registration on site from 15:00.
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French Language Conversation Workshops
Practice French as a foreign language in a welcoming and playful atmosphere at Médiathèque Jean-Pierre Melville.
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Games Workshop for All Ages
Board games, Switch, gaming and card games for all. Play solo, with friends or family at Maison de la Vie Associative et Citoyenne du 11e.
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French Conversation Workshops
Conversation workshops in French at Bibliothèque Naguib Mahfouz, building language skills and confidence in a supportive environment.
ART
Comic and Manga Drawing Workshop
Weekly Friday drawing sessions at Bibliothèque Jacqueline de Romilly. Develop your artistic skills with Étoiles du Sol instructors.
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Media Literacy Workshop: Combating Misinformation
FakeOff workshops at Théâtre de la Concorde examine digital practices, deconstruct fake news and strengthen critical media literacy in our information-saturated world.
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Adult Feldenkrais workshop
Monthly themed sessions at Centre Paris Anim' invite participants to deepen their practice or discover Feldenkrais awareness through movement.
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Open Board Game Sessions
Free monthly board game sessions on the second Sunday at Le CENTQUATRE-PARIS, led by an expert who explains rules and plays with you.
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The Ear Doesn't Sleep: January-June
Workshops introducing accessible resources for the visually impaired at the 'Read Differently' section of Médiathèque Marguerite Duras in the 20e.
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Sign Language Café and Games for Seniors and All
Board games, cake-sharing, and French Sign Language conversation in a warm, welcoming atmosphere at Maison des Réfugiés in the 19th.
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Conversations for Fathers and Co-Parents
Safe, caring space to share experiences and build connections around parenting at Maison des 1000 premiers jours in the 20th.
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Family visit "Once Upon a Time" at the Arc de triomphe
Participatory, theatrical family tour featuring storytelling, shadow theatre and drawing activities exploring the monument's history and legends.
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Romi'lit - Literary Café
Discuss favourite books, films and series over coffee or tea at Bibliothèque Jacqueline de Romilly. Optional: share or listen to aloud readings. Monthly on Saturday at 10.30.
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Guided tour: Butchers and ogresses in the heart of Paris
A guided walk through dark Paris-exploring crime, monsters and notorious killers woven into the city's forgotten history.
LECTURE
General Culture Lecture Series at Mines-PSL
Lectures on literature, art and travel at École des Mines de Paris. Open to all.
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Wine Tasting Workshop
Guided wine tastings for beginners, curious minds, and anyone seeking a convivial experience. Learn about wine through accessible discoveries.
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Wednesday workshop: in the manner of...
Monthly creative workshop at Bibliothèque L'Heure joyeuse exploring the style of different illustrators and illustration techniques.
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Genealogy talks by La France Généalogique CEGF
Half-yearly programme of genealogy lectures presented by La France Généalogique at the Paris Archives Paul Verlaine Hall in the 19th arrondissement.
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Creative workshop for teens and adults
Monthly creative workshops at Bibliothèque Jacqueline de Romilly offering new techniques and opportunities to refine existing skills. Open to ages 15 and up.
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Dogs' Heads! Animals in Paris, 18th-20th Centuries
Lectures exploring the bonds between animals and city dwellers, and the role of animal life in Paris and its surroundings across three centuries.
LECTURE
In Search of Love: A History of Romance, 18th-21st Centuries (Season 2)
Conference at Salle Paul Verlaine exploring the history of romantic relationships across centuries. Season 2 examines conjugal love in its varied forms.
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Saturday workshop at Bibliothèque L'Heure joyeuse
Monthly creative workshop for children. A hands-on session featuring various artistic activities and making projects.
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Origami Decoration Workshop at the Arc de Triomphe
Create origami flowers and laurel wreaths inspired by the vault and sculpture ornaments of the Arc de Triomphe. Can you reproduce them?
CRAFTS
Thread by Thread: knitting, crochet and embroidery club
Monthly club at Médiathèque Françoise Sagan for knitting, crochet and embroidery enthusiasts. Beginners and experienced crafters welcome.
CRAFTS
Knitting club at Bibliothèque Vaclav Havel
Monthly knitting, crochet and fibre-carding sessions at Bibliothèque Vaclav Havel. Open to all levels; beginners warmly welcomed.
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Parents Fact-Checkers workshop
Fake Off workshops for parents, grandparents and child-facing adults at Théâtre de la Concorde. Learn strategies to identify and counter misinformation.
CRAFTS
Thread and Self Workshop
Bibliothèque François Villon, 10e. Monthly participatory workshops sharing textile skills: knitting, crochet, embroidery, and more.
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Rupture: Are We Living Through Transformative Change?
Institut d'études avancées de Paris, 4e. Public discussion exploring whether we face simple transition or genuine rupture in our relationship with the world, central to contemporary political and intellectual debate.
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French Conversation Workshops
Conversation workshops in French at Bibliothèque Claire Bretécher, in partnership with Cours d'Adultes de Paris.
LECTURE
English Club
Conversation workshop and book club at Bibliothèque Buffon for all levels, from beginner to advanced.
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The Stairwell Meetings - Literary and Cultural Café
Cultural gathering at Bibliothèque Buffon celebrating all cultures through books, comics, exhibitions, theatre and cinema. Connect with fellow readers and the library's collections.
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Sewing Workshop - Fabric Books
Learn to create fabric books at Médiathèque James Baldwin. For those with sewing skills who want to develop a new textile art technique.
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Wikipedia and Wikisource Workshop
Explore and contribute to Wikipedia and Wikisource at Médiathèque James Baldwin. With 7 million articles and 65 million pages, these platforms belong to everyone.
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Embroidery Workshop
Médiathèque Edmond Rostand launches a monthly embroidery workshop on the first Thursday, teaching basics through individual and group projects. Bring your own materials and fabrics.
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Reusable Sanitary Pads Workshop
Soie Rouge invites you to sew reusable sanitary pads at Médiathèque de la Canopée, combining practical skills with sustainability and solidarity.
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French Sign Language Conversation Workshop
Monthly French Sign Language practice sessions at Médiathèque de la Canopée open to all.
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Postcard Workshop at the Arc de Triomphe
Create your own postcards inspired by the panoramic views from the summit of the Arc de Triomphe, capturing Paris's most iconic vistas.
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Bike repair workshop with Cyclocube
Learn bike mechanics and repair skills at Cyclocube's hands-on workshop at Mairie du 15ème. Saturday mornings on the town hall forecourt.
WELLNESS
Free Yoga Hustle Paris Class
Beginner yoga class for all women. An accessible introduction to yoga practice in a welcoming environment.
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Chinese Calligraphy Workshop - My Authentic Stroke
Beginner-friendly introduction to Chinese calligraphy techniques and fundamental aesthetics. An artistic, cultural, and philosophical immersion exploring the self through the art of authentic brushwork.
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French language conversation workshop at Médiathèque de la Canopée
Weekly conversation group for French learners to practise with varied topics and interactive games alongside fellow students.
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Conversation workshop at Bibliothèque François Villon
Conversation workshops for French learners to improve skills while meeting others in a supportive library setting.
TALKS
Collection Overview
Major works from Centre Pompidou's collection, one of Europe's largest repositories of modern and contemporary art.
WORKSHOPS
My First Health and Environment Workshop at PMI Tourneux
Health and environment workshop at Centre de PMI Tourneux in the 12th arrondissement.
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SOS Cyber: Individual IT Support
Individual computer support sessions twice monthly on Wednesdays and Fridays at Bibliothèque François Villon, covering computers, tablets, software and related queries.
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Urban Walks: Art in the Open Air
Tour the Beaubourg quarter with a specialist guide, discovering artworks surrounding Centre Pompidou, from the Stravinsky Fountain to the Clock Quarter.
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Urban Walks: History of the Beaubourg Plateau
Guided tour tracing the dramatic transformation of the Beaubourg quarter across the 20th century through its architecture, planning, and social shifts.
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Garden Café
Garden enthusiasts of all levels meet at Médiathèque de la Canopée to exchange cuttings, plants and gardening advice.
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Wednesday Workshop at Bibliothèque Buffon
Creative activities for all: cutting, colouring, playing, gluing, gardening and crafting at the library.
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Guided Visit: Matisse, 1941-1954
Guided tour through the Matisse 1941-1954 exhibition with a Centre Pompidou specialist, exploring the artist's final burst of creative innovation.
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Digital Skills Workshops at Bibliothèque François Villon
Short courses introducing digital tools and software through practical hands-on learning.
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Free Self-Defence Introduction - Hustle Paris
TEP Duchêne in the 14th. Free introductory self-defence class for women of all experience levels, focused on practical awareness and personal safety.
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Free Boxing Introduction - Hustle Paris
TEP Duchêne Square in the 14th. Free introductory boxing class for women and girls of all experience levels. No prior training required.
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Urban Gardening Workshop: Balcony Vegetable Garden
Musée de Montmartre in the 18th. Learn to grow vegetables, herbs and edible flowers on a small balcony or terrace. Urban gardening techniques for tight spaces.
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Creative Workshop at Maison des 1000 premiers jours, 20e
Playful and creative workshops held Monday afternoons at this family centre.
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Street for Children - Bike Workshops: Repair, Safety, and Play
Free self-repair workshops, playful courses, and road safety awareness for all ages. Experience the joy of cycling in a calm, family-friendly street where children and adults explore bikes together in a welcoming environment.
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Monthly Drawing Class with Live Model
Drawing classes held the first Friday of each month with a live model at Matière & Imaginaire.
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Contemporary Architecture Walking Tour
Guided tour tracing the architectural evolution of Beaubourg, from the Centre Pompidou's construction and Plateau rehabilitation to the modernisation of Les Halles and the Marais conversion into flexible contemporary space.
KIDS
Puppet Show (Visit-Workshop, Ages 6-10)
Explore Diego Marcon's film-exhibition as a family, then create your own puppet inspired by the moles from Dolle.
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Where is Dolli? (Playful Walk, Ages 3-5)
Curious and mischievous Dolli the mole has escaped her burrow and is lost in Lafayette Anticipations. Join the search.
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Conflict laboratory
Experimental and artistic workshop at Maison de la Conversation exploring conflict through creative practice and shared concerns.
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French conversation workshop
Gather at Bibliothèque Aimé Césaire to practise French, share stories, and meet fellow learners in a welcoming environment.
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Talks: preserving memory, writing history
Series at Petit Palais exploring objects and autobiographical practices as historical sources, organised by the Comité d'histoire de la Ville de Paris.
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Chinese conversation workshops
Practise Chinese in a welcoming, playful atmosphere at Médiathèque Jean-Pierre Melville with fellow learners.
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Living with your emotions
Workshop at Maison de la Conversation. Explore what emotions are, why they matter, and how to recognize them in yourself and others.
KIDS
Family Workshop at Bourse de Commerce - Pinault Collection
Children and adults experiment with artistic practices, discover techniques and creative gestures at Bourse de Commerce - Pinault Collection.
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Tenkoku Workshop: The Art of Seal Engraving
Learn tenkoku, an art derived from calligraphy practiced on tiny surfaces. Within centimetres, entire worlds unfold.
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Circle of speech: Weavers of memory
Space for dialogue, reflection and sisterhood at Maison de la Conversation. Dedicated to immigrant women and women from immigrant backgrounds, exploring identity, roots and transmission.
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Dried Flower Bell Workshop for Adults and Children
Learn the secrets of successful floral composition to create under glass at WoMa.
WRITING
Buissonnier Writing Workshop
Weekly writing time at L'Atelier sous les Toits, available in-person or online.
WORKSHOPS
Pedagogical gardening workshop programme 2026
Introduction to pedagogical gardening for educators, activity leaders, and school or after-school staff developing school garden projects. Aimed at the education community.
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My First Environmental Health Workshop at Lefebvre-Périchaux PMI Centre
Workshop available at the PMI Lefebvre Centre in the 15th arrondissement.
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Wednesday Video Games at La Canopée Mediatheque
Play on PS5, Switch 2, with controllers or virtual reality. Challenge friends or family at La Canopée mediatheque.
LECTURE
Digital Library Appointments
One-to-one help with ebooks and reading devices at Médiathèque Marguerite Yourcenar.
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Digital Clicks: Individual Tech Help
One-to-one support with digital questions at Médiathèque Marguerite Yourcenar.
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Taiji Quan Classes with André Lanceraux
A free and gentle practice cultivating well-being and social connection for body and spirit at Maison de la Conversation.
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Conversation Workshops: Speaking French
French learners practice speaking in a pleasant atmosphere at Médiathèque Violette Leduc.
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Journey through Wetlands - Paris Zoo's New Season
Paris Zoo participates in a European campaign dedicated to wetlands, inviting visitors to explore these rich and threatened ecosystems where land and water meet.
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Bike Self-Repair Workshop with Cyclocube at Médiathèque Marguerite Yourcenar
Learn bike mechanics and repair techniques with Cyclocube at Médiathèque Marguerite Yourcenar in the 15th arrondissement.
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My First Health and Environment Workshop at Centre de PMI 49 Masséna
Health and environment workshop at Centre de PMI 49 Masséna in the 13th arrondissement.
TALKS
Grosses Bises - Podcast Listening
Collective listening of the Grosses Bises podcast at Jardin de Marianne. Imaginary correspondence where everything is true but nothing is possible.
WORKSHOPS
Make Your Own Herbal Tea
Learn herbal tea craftsmanship at Ferme Urbaine de Charonne. Discover the secrets of blending and infusion techniques.
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My First Health and Environment Workshop
Health and environment workshop at Centre de PMI Caillebotte in the 20th arrondissement.
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Curious Club (ages 6-10)
Visit and workshop at Lafayette Anticipations. What if the world we inhabit were a vast cinema?
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My First Health and Environment Workshop
Free workshop at Centre de PMI Rhin et Danube for expectant or new parents. Create a healthy environment during pregnancy and infancy.
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My First Health and Environment Workshop
Health and environment workshop at Centre de PMI Raspail in the 6th arrondissement.
WRITING
Writing and Roleplay Workshop
Writing workshop by Opale Rôliste at Bibliothèque Jacqueline de Romilly, in partnership with Aquamuros and Empire games.
WORKSHOPS
School of the Kiosk - Kiosks in Celebration
École du Kiosque transforms Parisian kiosks into contemporary agoras, hosting open philosophical circles where citizens explore fundamental questions of humanities and social sciences together.
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Expectant Parents Discussion Group, 18th
Free drop-in discussion group for expectant parents at Maison des 1000 premiers jours. Explore parenting and infant care support with local midwifery services. No registration needed.
WELLNESS
My First Health and Environment Workshop
Family-friendly health and environment workshop at Centre de PMI Lauriston in the 16th arrondissement, introducing children and caregivers to wellness and environmental awareness.
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Expectant Fathers Discussion Group, 18th
Support group for fathers and co-parents at Maison des 1000 premiers jours. Share experiences about pregnancy and early parenthood in a safe, inclusive space.
WELLNESS
My First Health and Environment Workshop
Health and environment workshop at the PMI Wagram Centre in the 17th arrondissement. Suitable for families and individuals new to wellness topics.
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Cooking Workshop Series
Three hands-on cooking workshops (7, 21 May and 4 June) culminating in a shared meal on 25 June. Open to all skill levels.
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Chinese Seal Engraving Workshop
Learn Chinese seal engraving techniques and create personalized seals. Discover materials and methods while crafting your own seal.
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Connected Seniors: Digital Workshops
Workshop series helping over-60s gain confidence with computers, tablets and smartphones at Médiathèque Marguerite Yourcenar.
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Aimé's Writing Workshops: Creative Expression
Creative writing workshops at Bibliothèque Aimé Césaire designed to rekindle love of language, spark imagination and encourage reflective thinking.
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Introduction to Breton embroidery with Hélène Sauteron
Learn traditional Breton embroidery techniques from Hélène Sauteron at Bibliothèque des Batignolles. Registration required.
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Women's Voices: peer group at Maison des 1000 premiers jours
Peer discussion group led by midwives covering birth, newborn care, and topics relating to welcoming a baby.
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Stop Motion: electronic waste
Create characters from electronic waste and learn stop-motion animation to raise awareness of electrical waste and its environmental impact. Ages 12-18.
TECH
Intergenerational debate
Monthly discussion workshops at Maison de la Conversation bringing together generations to explore engagement, technology, and education in a welcoming space.
WORKSHOPS
Club Créa: May-June
Creative clubs exploring diverse themes and artistic practices at Médiathèque Marguerite Duras.
TALKS
Axel Honneth - Fragile Democracies
Continuation of the cycle Fragile Democracies: A Return of Authoritarianism? at Maison Heinrich Heine.
TALKS
Averroes, the Forgotten Physician
Marking 900 years since Averroes' birth (Ibn Rushd, 1126-1198), Institut du Monde Arabe dedicates the 2025-2026 edition of Falsafa philosophy talks to this major figure of universal thought.
TALKS
What Moves Germany - Debate Series
Breakfast debates at Maison Heinrich Heine on major political issues facing Germany, organized by Cerfa/Ifri.
WORKSHOPS
Kiosques en Fête 2026 - DNA Discovery
Interactive workshop at Kiosque du Bd Auguste Blanqui where participants extract DNA, learn to read genetic code, and solve a scientific mystery involving mutation.
WRITING
Writing Workshop: Dare to Write
Three-hour writing workshop at Couleurs Brazil in the 20e. Write freely from stimulating prompts, whether starting out or returning to the page.
TALKS
Thursday Current Events: Multiple discriminations, shared struggles?
Discrimination and oppression often intersect and reinforce each other, creating complex and unjust situations. Discussion at Bibliothèque Drouot explores their overlapping impacts.
TALKS
Jewish Genealogy talk
Meet the Cercle de Généalogie Juive and discover the Généalo-J review at Bibliothèque Marguerite Audoux.
WORKSHOPS
Wine Tasting Workshop
Oenology workshop at Centre Paris Anim' Musidora in the 12e. Focus on the southern French vineyard region and wine varieties.
TALKS
Disability Studies: international perspectives
Roundtable examining how disability shifted from individual medical anomaly in the 1970s to recognition as a social and cultural reality through disability rights movements.
TALKS
Medieval Women: Between Eve and Mary
Illuminates the lives of medieval women through their artisanal, agricultural, commercial, intellectual and political activities, revealing the freedoms and responsibilities they held before later centuries diminished their roles.
TALKS
Indochinese Workers in Dordogne, 1940-1948
Explore a dark chapter of French colonial history: Indochinese workers displaced and exploited in Dordogne between 1939 and 1952, at this illustrated talk and discussion.
WORKSHOPS
Bibliopi en fête 7 'Shake Your World'
Seventh edition of the Deaf Library Poles festival, uniting five Paris libraries. A day of activities and celebration at Médiathèque James Baldwin in the 19th.
TALKS
Métaclassique Podcast Live Recording
Public recording of David Christoffel's classical music podcast Métaclassique at Médiathèque musicale de Paris - Christiane Eda-Pierre.
WORKSHOPS
Vegetable Garden Workshop - Better Eating Festival
Family vegetable garden workshop in the Bibliothèque Maurice Genevoix garden in the 18th, part of the Better Eating Festival.
WORKSHOPS
Paper Doll Creation Workshop
Learn to create paper dolls and design clothes for your creations at Bibliothèque Valeyre. Hands-on craft workshop for all ages.
WORKSHOPS
Super Kids Party! (ages 3-10)
An afternoon of music and cinema for children, combining entertainment with cultural discovery at Lafayette Anticipations.
LECTURE
Symbiose Exhibition
Contemporary art exhibition by Les Colporteurs at Rézoest for Nuit Blanche 2026. Explores the relationship between city and nature.
WORKSHOPS
Art on the Roof of the World
Open studios, exhibitions, tours and artist encounters at Cité-jardin Henri Sellier during Nuit Blanche and Spring of Garden Cities. Discover the Pre Saint-Gervais garden city.
WORKSHOPS
A Plant and Its Uses: Calendula and Its Flowers
Monthly workshop at Ressourcerie Le Plant B. Discover a seasonal plant and learn to transform it into skincare products or nutrient-rich dishes.
TALKS
The Hidden Side of Secondhand Clothes - Meeting
Meet anthropologist Emmanuelle Durand, author of L'Envers des fripes, and Marie Castagné, co-director of the National Network of Resource and Recycling Centres.
KIDS
Sashiko Customisation Workshop
A family workshop using the Japanese sashiko technique to repair or decorate your favourite garment with beautiful hand-stitched patterns.
LECTURE
Rose Bertin, Dressmaker to the Queen - Lecture
Author Audrey Millet discusses her book on Rose Bertin and the invention of haute couture, following its October 2025 publication by Tallandier.
KIDS
Paper Creation Workshop - Characters and Clothing
A family workshop creating paper garments and characters to dress. A playful exploration of costume and character design for all ages.
TALKS
Love on the Run - Film Club Session
François Truffaut's nostalgic film evokes 1970s Paris and the era of the library's founding. The fifth session of Bibliothèque Germaine Tillion's film club marks the institution's 50th anniversary.
TALKS
The Parisienne, a History Become Myth
Travel guides, fashion journalism and luxury advertising celebrate the ineffable charm of Paris women: elegance, wit and that indefinable 'je-ne-sais-quoi' behind their legend.
LECTURE
Lecture Workshop: Caring for Your Clothes
Explore the lifecycle of clothing with La Textilerie, examining production and consumption impacts and personal solutions. Part of the 'All Seams' focus on textiles in libraries.
TALKS
Film: Where Are We Going, Anna?
Directors Adriana Rojas and Geneviève Guhl's film follows a couple navigating illness in their daily life. Free admission.
LECTURE
Music and Football
A lecture revealing the connections between music and football, timed to coincide with the 2026 FIFA World Cup (11 June - 19 July).
WORKSHOPS
Stories & Nursery Rhymes for Parents and Children, Ages 2-5
Parent-child workshop at Atelier 77. A simple, intimate moment exploring stories and signed nursery rhymes together.
WELLNESS
Parent and child yoga workshop (3-6 years) at L'Atelier 77
Family yoga sessions for children aged 3 and above, held Sunday mornings at L'Atelier 77 in the 11e arrondissement.
WORKSHOPS
Kocoya Workshop - Artificial Intelligence
Learn about AI and its impact on daily life from a Kocoya instructor. Informal session exploring the technology with an experienced user's perspective.
TALKS
Crinolinomania: Women Taking Up Space
Talk by Mathilde Larrère on the crinoline craze of the mid-19th century. Flexible steel hoops beneath skirts challenged conventions and gave women physical presence.
WORKSHOPS
Breton Embroidery Workshop for Young People
Hands-on embroidery workshop introducing traditional Breton techniques. For children aged 8 and up. Registration required.
WORKSHOPS
From Seed to Plant: Seed Science Workshop
Discover how a tiny seed transforms into a plant through nature and science. Hands-on experiments, observations, and curiosities at Bibliothèque Maurice Genevoix teach young scientists how plants grow.
LECTURE
Creative Textile Workshop: Give Your Toy New Life
Bibliothèque Aimé Césaire explores the lifecycle of clothing while inviting participants to create a stuffed toy from fabric scraps, blending sustainable thinking with hands-on craft.
TALKS
Rediscovering Notre-Dame de Paris after restoration
Talk at Club Montparnasse. Following the fire of April 2019, the cathedral's restoration and enhancement are exemplary. Discover its renewed riches.
WORKSHOPS
Invent Our Low-Carbon Lives
Collaborative workshop examining the ecological footprint of everyday lifestyles and discovering practical ways to reduce environmental impact through collective problem-solving.
LECTURE
From Abandonment to Tracing Origins: Abandoned Children in Paris under the Third Republic
Historian Antoine Rivière explores the social history of abandoned children in Paris, illuminating how genealogy connects past injustice to present understanding.
TALKS
Thursdays on Current Affairs: Why Learn in the Digital Age?
Discussion on learning in a world undergoing profound transformation, particularly in the digital era. Hosted at Médiathèque Edmond Rostand, 17e.
TALKS
Maison des Journalistes: Witnessing for Press Freedom
Meeting with Maison des Journalistes, which welcomes and supports journalists forced into exile. In partnership with the Ligue des Droits de l'Homme (LDH).
LECTURE
The Thread in Contemporary Art
Clothing transcends utility to tell and interrogate the world. This talk explores how contemporary artists use fabric and garment as language and critical tool.
WORKSHOPS
Board Games Evening at Bibliothèque Saint-Eloi
Board games evening hosted by Bibliothèque Saint-Éloi with French Sign Language and French interpreters present.
LECTURE
Lecture: Art Through Deaf Artists with Juliette Dalle
Part of Paris Disability Month, Médiathèque la Canopée welcomes Juliette Dalle, founder of Nébelya editions, for a talk on art and deaf artists.
TALKS
The Flea Market Told Me: Meeting with Philippe Durand
Meet author Philippe Durand to explore the neighbourhood's changing life through his novel Les Puces m'ont raconté.
LECTURE
Dotted Clothing: Sewing Education in Paris Girls' Schools
Lecture-projection revealing the history of Paris municipal vocational schools where girls learned sewing and embroidery. A visual journey through technique, creativity and women's emancipation.
LECTURE
Reading and Meeting with Pierre Ménard
Reading and discussion around Pierre Ménard's book Rien que les heures.
WRITING
Poetry Writing Workshop and Bound Notebook Creation
Poetry writing workshop on the theme of sewing with creation of a bound notebook, part of the libraries' focus on clothing: "Sous toutes les coutures".
WORKSHOPS
The Cyclist's Shorts
Workshop and storytelling session with Claire Valléry at Bibliothèque Valeyre, 9e.
WORKSHOPS
Sashiko Workshop #1
Introduction to traditional Japanese embroidery at Bibliothèque Marguerite Audoux, 3e.
WORKSHOPS
Vinyl Cutting Workshop (Ages 15+)
Learn to use the vinyl cutter at Médiathèque Jean-Pierre Melville, 13e. Hands-on introduction to this creative technique.
TALKS
Baldwin Pride Zine Fest - Second Edition
The Baldwin Pride Zine Fest returns in an expanded XXL format at Médiathèque James Baldwin, 19e.
WRITING
With Style: a Writing Workshop
Médiathèque Edmond Rostand hosts a writing workshop during its focus on clothing in libraries, part of the season-long programme 'Sewn in Every Seam'.
WORKSHOPS
Creative Workshop - Sapeur Jacket
Children create a sapeur jacket under the guidance of illustrator Magali Attiogbé at Bibliothèque Naguib Mahfouz, 20e.
WORKSHOPS
Cyanotype Workshop
Immortalise plants in cyan blue using the cyanotype technique at Le Plant B, La Ressourcerie des jardiniers.
LECTURE
Cycling Shorts Workshop
Create your own cycling shorts with Claire Vallery in this hands-on workshop, preceded by a reading session at Bibliothèque Amélie.
WORKSHOPS
Sashiko Workshop #2
Introduction to traditional Japanese embroidery at Bibliothèque Marguerite Audoux, 3e.
LECTURE
Meeting with Composer Horia Surianu
Composer Horia Surianu discusses his creative process and presents excerpts from his works at Médiathèque Hélène Berr, 12e, part of the Contemporary Music Encounters series.
WORKSHOPS
Upcycling Embroidery Workshop with Green Bobine
Repair, embroider and customize your clothes with flower and fruit motifs at Médiathèque Hélène Berr, 12e. Prepare for summer with sustainable style.
LECTURE
Pioneering Women of High Fashion
Eloïse Le Bozec delivers a lecture on pioneering women in haute couture at Médiathèque Violette Leduc, echoing the library's craftsmanship collection.
WRITING
Writing Workshop
Poetry writing workshop led by a poet as part of Printemps des Poètes.
TALKS
Clothing as a Marker of Engagement
How clothing embodies social and political protest: from feminists burning bras in the 1960s to Femen, Yellow Vests, and Black Bloc anonymity. Appearance itself becomes a slogan, visible resistance, and political message.
WORKSHOPS
Discovery Workshops: Classical Guitar and Transverse Flute in June
Musique en Mouvement invites children to explore classical guitar and transverse flute with teachers during June discovery workshops.
TALKS
What Future for the Bièvre at Its Reopening?
Exceptional discussion on water in the urban environment with historian Raphaël Morera, co-director of the Centre de Recherches Historiques. Part of the 'What's Happening?' cycle at Médiathèque Virginia Woolf, 13e.
TALKS
Politics of the Street
Discussion on political mobilisations and social struggles in Japan during the 1960s and 1970s at Maison de la culture du Japon à Paris, 15e.
TALKS
Restitutions: Legislating to Repair
Part of the '#Restitutions. A Different Definition of the World' cycle at Fondation Maison des Sciences de l'Homme, 6e.
WORKSHOPS
Wednesday Creative: Introduction to Blindfolded Games
Monthly creative session featuring board games adapted for visual impairment at Médiathèque Marguerite Yourcenar, 15e.
LECTURE
Russophonie: When Exile Printing Replaces the Mark of Exile
Reading and encounter with Russian-language authors from Translit magazine #3: Pavel Arsenev, Inna Krasnoper, Kirill Medvedev, Keti Tchuckhrov, with translators Milena Six and Guilhem Pousson at Bibliothèque Marguerite Audoux, 3e.
TALKS
The Wedding Dress - a love story sewn in white thread
Anne Zazzo, chief curator at the Carnavalet Museum, examines the wedding dress through history. Part of the 'In search(es) of love' cycle exploring romantic relationships from the 18th to 21st centuries.
LECTURE
Textiles and clothing of the world - meeting with stylist Catherine Legrand
Catherine Legrand, author of Patchworks, Indigo et Ikat, discusses her collection and artistic practice exploring global textile traditions and design.
WORKSHOPS
My First Health and Environment Workshop at Centre de PMI La Chapelle
Health and environment workshop at Centre de PMI La Chapelle in the 18th arrondissement.
WORKSHOPS
Bicycle Self-Repair Workshop
Volunteers from Le Petit Biclou help repair your bike at Médiathèque Virginia Woolf in the 13th.
WORKSHOPS
Listen to My Record
Share your favourite music and discuss it with others at Médiathèque Marguerite Yourcenar in the 15th.
TALKS
Getting to Know the Collège de France: Osiris as Puzzle - an Egyptologist's Work at Karnak
Médiathèque Marguerite Duras hosts this bimonthly talk series partnered with the Collège de France, exploring intellectual and scientific challenges through expert conversation.
WRITING
Writing Workshop: What is Being Woven, with Revue Affixe
Tugdual de Morel and Elie Petit lead a performative writing workshop capturing the gestures and rhythms of sewing through language, accompanied by an electric embroidery machine.
WORKSHOPS
Repair Couture Workshop
Médiathèque de la Canopée offers repair skills for your wardrobe within the city libraries' clothing initiative, helping extend the life of your garments.
WORKSHOPS
Introduction to Wild Basketry
Learn traditional wild basketry techniques at Ressourcerie Le Plant B, a unique Paris workshop space devoted to craft and sustainability.
WORKSHOPS
Creative Textile Workshop: Give a Toy New Life
Médiathèque de la Canopée's textile workshop within the clothing initiative invites you to explore fabric life cycles and create stuffed toys from fabric scraps.
WORKSHOPS
Instrument Factory Workshop
Médiathèque Violette Leduc invites children to craft their own musical instruments using unusual materials and hands-on experimentation.
WORKSHOPS
Creative Workshops with Claire Vallery
Bibliothèque Germaine Tillion offers creative workshops for children aged 6 to 12, fostering artistic expression and hands-on learning.
TALKS
Ca'fête Musicale: Mediterranean musical escape
Listening session and video excerpts exploring Mediterranean music traditions at Bibliothèque François Villon.
LECTURE
A few homicides in the 11th (1800-2024)
A lecture tracing emblematic criminal cases in the 11th arrondissement from 1800 to the present.
TALKS
Nonchalance is a fine thing: meeting with Philippe Jaenada
Two-part cycle on post-war Saint-Germain-des-Prés: the hidden and visible sides of a legendary neighbourhood.
TALKS
Café without filters: film screening and encounter
Documentary follows five young people with autism training to run a Paris restaurant. Screening followed by discussion with filmmaker, staff, families and residents.
TALKS
Visit-debate: The G7 at the museum
Explore France's 2026 G7 presidency through a participatory visit-debate at Cité de l'Économie. Discuss global imbalances, transitions and geopolitics.
WORKSHOPS
Guided Tour: Hilma af Klint
Guided tour of the Hilma af Klint exhibition at Grand Palais, led by a Centre Pompidou lecturer.