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SUMMARY:Toddler Time (ages 1–3)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Our Toddler Time is for children ages 1–3 and their caregivers\, and features 30 minutes of stories\, songs\, and rhymes. Stories featured during our Toddler Time programs include short picture books and board books\, such as Fire Chief Fran by Linda Ashman and Nancy Carpenter\, which will be included in this 8 August event. This session will be hosted by Children’s and Teens’ Services Manager Celeste Rhoads. \nThe program is entirely in English\, as are all of our events for children and teens. No translation will be provided. Each child must be accompanied by an adult chaperone\, and chaperones are required to remain with their children for the duration of the program. Parents and caregivers are expected to sit with their children beside them\, or in their laps\, and participate in the program. We ask that all caregivers put away their phones and other electronic devices for the duration of this program. With your help\, we hope to inspire children to become lifelong readers![/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1711576793412{border-left-width: 8px !important;padding-left: 8px !important;border-left-color: #9e0143 !important;border-left-style: solid !important;}”]Important information: This event is for Library members\, and advance registration is required. Caregivers are expected to familiarize themselves with the Library Policy for Children and the Rules and Code of Conduct so that we can provide a pleasant library environment for all patrons. Questions about collections and programs for children and teens can be sent to the Library’s Children and Teens Services Manager\, Celeste Rhoads: celeste@americanlibraryinparis.org.[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Library Policy” style=”custom” custom_background=”#194573″ custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” align=”center” i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-child” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Famericanlibraryinparis.org%2Fchildren-in-the-library-policy%2F|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Register here” style=”custom” custom_background=”#194573″ custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” align=”center” i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-marker” css=”” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.google.com%2Fforms%2Fd%2Fe%2F1FAIpQLSck36zU-PJSQ2SnTqwPpoATfkJvraFHQoSb6sM8S2Z_pLXvJQ%2Fviewform%3Fusp%3Dsf_link|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://americanlibraryinparis.org/event/toddler-time-august-2024/
LOCATION:The American Library in Paris
CATEGORIES:Kids
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20240810T110000
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SUMMARY:Fairy Tale Tea Party (ages 3–12)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Enjoy readings of fairy tales as you taste delicious sweet treats\, and meet new friends. Light snacks will be provided for participants\, as well as juices\, iced tea\, tea\, and lemonade—as well as many fairy tales and new interpretations! \nChildren’s and Teens’ Services Manager Celeste Rhoads will lead this event with the help of Library volunteers. Children between the ages of 0–6 must be accompanied by a chaperone at all times while inside the Library. Children between the ages 6–12 may participate in Library programs on their own\, while their chaperone remains inside the Library\, however chaperones are encouraged to participate.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1677064628700{border-left-width: 8px !important;padding-left: 8px !important;border-left-color: #9e0143 !important;border-left-style: solid !important;}”]Important information: This event is for Library members\, and advance registration is required. Caregivers are expected to familiarize themselves with the Library Policy for Children and the Rules and Code of Conduct so that we can provide a pleasant library environment for all patrons. Questions about collections and programs for children and teens can be sent to the Library’s Children’s and Teens’ Services Manager\, Celeste Rhoads: celeste@americanlibraryinparis.org.[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Library Policy” style=”custom” custom_background=”#194573″ custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” align=”center” i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-child” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Famericanlibraryinparis.org%2Fchildren-in-the-library-policy%2F|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Register here” style=”custom” custom_background=”#194573″ custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” align=”center” i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-marker” css=”” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fhost.nxt.blackbaud.com%2Fregistration-form%2F%3FformId%3D7976d548-33d0-494a-bbf4-93ca578070b2%26envId%3Dp-Dm_SN_kaVE6HLULDUnPr0g%26zone%3Deur|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://americanlibraryinparis.org/event/fairy-tale-tea/
LOCATION:The American Library in Paris
CATEGORIES:Kids
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20240810T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20240810T150000
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UID:68053-1723298400-1723302000@americanlibraryinparis.org
SUMMARY:Banned Books Club: A Book Group (ages 12–18)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Meet other readers in the community as you explore the themes\, styles\, and stories contained in banned books. Bring in a book that has banned somewhere in the world and share it with the group. Don’t know where to start? Take a look at this list from the American Library Association’s Office for Intellectual Freedom. Children’s and Teens’ Services Manager Celeste Rhoads will facilitate this book group. \nLight snacks and drinks will be provided.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1693991707109{border-left-width: 8px !important;padding-left: 8px !important;border-left-color: #9e0143 !important;border-left-style: solid !important;}”]Important information: \nThis event is free for Library members\, and 15€ per teen for non-members. Advance registration is required. All visitors are expected to familiarize themselves with the Library Policy for Children and the Rules and Code of Conduct so that we can provide a pleasant library environment for all patrons. \nQuestions about collections and programs for children and teens can be sent to the Library’s Children and Teens Services Manager\, Celeste Rhoads: celeste@americanlibraryinparis.org.[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Library Policy” style=”custom” custom_background=”#194573″ custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” align=”center” i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-child” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Famericanlibraryinparis.org%2Fchildren-in-the-library-policy%2F|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Register here” style=”custom” custom_background=”#194573″ custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” align=”center” i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-marker” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.google.com%2Fforms%2Fd%2Fe%2F1FAIpQLSdATs-rvwi6zXtFuIDHvOcybIC7BjNcQBXYmNmvsvdKahcvog%2Fviewform%3Fusp%3Dsf_link|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://americanlibraryinparis.org/event/banned-books-club/
LOCATION:The American Library in Paris
CATEGORIES:Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20240814T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20240814T153000
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SUMMARY:Story Hour: From Diggers to Dump Trucks (ages 3–5)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]For this Story Hour\, we’ll read picture books (both factual and fictional) all about vehicles\, such as Truck Talk: Rhymes on Wheels by Bob Katz (pictured here). We’ll also sing songs and practice rhymes. \nThis program is entirely in English\, and no translation will be provided. This participatory program is intended to encourage children to actively engage with stories. Children’s and Teens’ Services Manager Celeste Rhoads\, Children’s and Teens’ Services Intern Zara Lees\, and Library volunteer Amber Auer will read books and lead you and your little one in songs and hand-rhymes during a live\, interactive session. Plan to join in\, sing along\, move around\, and model movement and listening for your little one. We ask that all caregivers put away their phones and other electronic devices for the duration of this program. With your help\, we hope to inspire children to become lifelong readers![/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704817042485{border-left-width: 8px !important;padding-left: 8px !important;border-left-color: #9e0143 !important;border-left-style: solid !important;}”]  \nImportant information: This event is for Library members\, and advance registration is required. Caregivers are expected to familiarize themselves with the Library Policy for Children and the Rules and Code of Conduct so that we can provide a pleasant library environment for all patrons. Questions about collections and programs for children and teens can be sent to the Library’s Children’s and Teens’ Services Manager\, Celeste Rhoads: celeste@americanlibraryinparis.org.[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Library Policy” style=”custom” custom_background=”#194573″ custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” align=”center” i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-child” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Famericanlibraryinparis.org%2Fchildren-in-the-library-policy%2F|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Register here” style=”custom” custom_background=”#194573″ custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” align=”center” i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-marker” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.google.com%2Fforms%2Fd%2Fe%2F1FAIpQLSd9lC_x3YSTN2WhM9Ll6_wvBcOU1uXn_RoCsHIUsL6RGbsHpg%2Fviewform%3Fusp%3Dsf_link|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://americanlibraryinparis.org/event/diggers-to-dump-trucks-2024/
LOCATION:The American Library in Paris
CATEGORIES:Kids
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20240817T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20240817T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T005738
CREATED:20240725T192005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240725T192005Z
UID:68832-1723892400-1723896000@americanlibraryinparis.org
SUMMARY:Saturday Series: Mazes and Mysteries (ages 6–12)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Solve puzzles\, learn codes\, and make your own maze during this event dedicated to mysteries! This event will be hosted by Children’s and Teens’ Services Manager Celeste Rhoads with the help of Library volunteers. \nChildren ages 6–12 may participate in the program while their chaperone remains inside the Library.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1677064628700{border-left-width: 8px !important;padding-left: 8px !important;border-left-color: #9e0143 !important;border-left-style: solid !important;}”]Important information: This event is for Library members\, and advance registration is required. Caregivers are expected to familiarize themselves with the Library Policy for Children and the Rules and Code of Conduct so that we can provide a pleasant library environment for all patrons. Questions about collections and programs for children and teens can be sent to the Library’s Children’s and Teens’ Services Manager\, Celeste Rhoads: celeste@americanlibraryinparis.org.[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Library Policy” style=”custom” custom_background=”#194573″ custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” align=”center” i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-child” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Famericanlibraryinparis.org%2Fchildren-in-the-library-policy%2F|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Register here” style=”custom” custom_background=”#194573″ custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” align=”center” i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-marker” css=”” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.google.com%2Fforms%2Fd%2F1qjZrrcGhFx0htrHXMEnjeRXKrIzGyMc2-svDx5W7g6k%2Fviewform%3Fedit_requested%3Dtrue|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://americanlibraryinparis.org/event/mazes-mysteries/
LOCATION:The American Library in Paris
CATEGORIES:Kids
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20240821T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20240821T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T005738
CREATED:20240725T185957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240725T192111Z
UID:68824-1724250600-1724254200@americanlibraryinparis.org
SUMMARY:Story Hour: ABCs and 123s (ages 3–5)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]For this Story Hour\, we’ll read stories about counting and the alphabet (some of them will be surprising!)\, including Z is for Moose by Kelly Bingham\, illustrated by Paul O. Zelinsky (pictured here). We’ll also sing songs and practice rhymes. \nThis program is entirely in English\, and no translation will be provided. This participatory program is intended to encourage children to actively engage with stories. Children’s and Teens’ Services Manager Celeste Rhoads and Intern Zara Lees\, will read books and lead you and your little one in songs and hand-rhymes during a live\, interactive session. Plan to join in\, sing along\, move around\, and model movement and listening for your little one. We ask that all caregivers put away their phones and other electronic devices for the duration of this program. With your help\, we hope to inspire children to become lifelong readers![/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704817042485{border-left-width: 8px !important;padding-left: 8px !important;border-left-color: #9e0143 !important;border-left-style: solid !important;}”]  \nImportant information: This event is for Library members\, and advance registration is required. Caregivers are expected to familiarize themselves with the Library Policy for Children and the Rules and Code of Conduct so that we can provide a pleasant library environment for all patrons. Questions about collections and programs for children and teens can be sent to the Library’s Children’s and Teens’ Services Manager\, Celeste Rhoads: celeste@americanlibraryinparis.org.[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Library Policy” style=”custom” custom_background=”#194573″ custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” align=”center” i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-child” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Famericanlibraryinparis.org%2Fchildren-in-the-library-policy%2F|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Register here” style=”custom” custom_background=”#194573″ custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” align=”center” i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-marker” css=”” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.google.com%2Fforms%2Fd%2F1Iku6ahR8fpctHSOhHrqquLOlVOeGMlZs-jQ3sisrX_A%2Fviewform%3Fedit_requested%3Dtrue|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://americanlibraryinparis.org/event/abcs-123s-2024/
LOCATION:The American Library in Paris
CATEGORIES:Kids
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20240822T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20240822T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T005738
CREATED:20240806T162259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T162327Z
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SUMMARY:Toddler Time (ages 1–3)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Our Toddler Time is for children ages 1–3 and their caregivers\, and features 30 minutes of stories\, songs\, and rhymes. Stories featured during our Toddler Time programs include short picture books and board books\, such as When’s My Birthday by Julie Fogliano and Christian Robinson\, which will be included in this 22 August event. This session will be hosted by Children’s and Teens’ Services Manager Celeste Rhoads. \nThe program is entirely in English\, as are all of our events for children and teens. No translation will be provided. Each child must be accompanied by an adult chaperone\, and chaperones are required to remain with their children for the duration of the program. Parents and caregivers are expected to sit with their children beside them\, or in their laps\, and participate in the program. We ask that all caregivers put away their phones and other electronic devices for the duration of this program. With your help\, we hope to inspire children to become lifelong readers![/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1711576793412{border-left-width: 8px !important;padding-left: 8px !important;border-left-color: #9e0143 !important;border-left-style: solid !important;}”]Important information: This event is for Library members\, and advance registration is required. Caregivers are expected to familiarize themselves with the Library Policy for Children and the Rules and Code of Conduct so that we can provide a pleasant library environment for all patrons. Questions about collections and programs for children and teens can be sent to the Library’s Children and Teens Services Manager\, Celeste Rhoads: celeste@americanlibraryinparis.org.[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Library Policy” style=”custom” custom_background=”#194573″ custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” align=”center” i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-child” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Famericanlibraryinparis.org%2Fchildren-in-the-library-policy%2F|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Register here” style=”custom” custom_background=”#194573″ custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” align=”center” i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-marker” css=”” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.google.com%2Fforms%2Fd%2Fe%2F1FAIpQLScil_HhXDPKUg6_TDnvYWb_NNB2rAfIeLrT2QFhUxSMOTNppw%2Fviewform%3Fusp%3Dsf_link|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://americanlibraryinparis.org/event/toddler-time-22-august-2024/
LOCATION:The American Library in Paris
CATEGORIES:Kids
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20240823T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20240823T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T005738
CREATED:20240528T075120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240528T075120Z
UID:67112-1724410800-1724410800@americanlibraryinparis.org
SUMMARY:History Tour at the Library
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The American Library in Paris invites you to register for a History Tour. Come visit us in person at 10 rue du Général Camou and discover: \n\n\nOur origin story\, when our Library warehoused a collection of books donated to the Doughboys fighting alongside Allied troupes in WWI\nThe establishment of the American Library in Paris as a private library\nThe famous writers of the Lost Generation (Gertrude Stein\, Ernest Hemingway\, Henry Miller\, and more) who explored our stacks during their time in Paris\nOur Paris Library School\, which brought American innovations to French libraries in the 1920s\nThe true stories of the brave Librarians who kept the Library open during the Occupation of WWII\nHow the Library has evolved over its 103-year history into the largest English-language lending library on the European continent\n\n\nAll tours are on Fridays at 11h00\, last one hour\, and take place in person at the American Library in Paris. \nTours are free of charge and open to the public. Pre-registration is required. Please email us if you are reserving for 4 or more people. (Do not reserve through the site.) \nPlease email tours@americanlibraryinparis.org with any questions. \nThis initiative is made possible through the generous support of the Florence Gould Foundation and the American Center for Art and Culture. \nAttendance at this event constitutes permission for your photograph or video to be taken at the event and used by the American Library in Paris for marketing\, promotional\, pedagogical\, or other purposes.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1665240973767{border-left-width: 8px !important;padding-left: 8px !important;border-left-color: #9e0143 !important;border-left-style: solid !important;}”][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://americanlibraryinparis.org/event/history-tours-8-23-24/
LOCATION:The American Library in Paris
CATEGORIES:Adults,Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20240824T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20240824T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T005738
CREATED:20240820T120122Z
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UID:69063-1724497200-1724500800@americanlibraryinparis.org
SUMMARY:Saturday Series: Nature Collages (ages 6–12)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Participants in this workshop will use natural materials to make collages and original artwork inspired by nature and how it changes throughout the different seasons. \nThis event will be hosted by Children’s and Teens’ Services Intern Zara Lees with the help of Library volunteers.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1677064628700{border-left-width: 8px !important;padding-left: 8px !important;border-left-color: #9e0143 !important;border-left-style: solid !important;}”]Important information: This event is for Library members\, and advance registration is required. Caregivers are expected to familiarize themselves with the Library Policy for Children and the Rules and Code of Conduct so that we can provide a pleasant library environment for all patrons. Questions about collections and programs for children and teens can be sent to the Library’s Children’s and Teens’ Services Manager\, Celeste Rhoads: celeste@americanlibraryinparis.org.[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Library Policy” style=”custom” custom_background=”#194573″ custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” align=”center” i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-child” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Famericanlibraryinparis.org%2Fchildren-in-the-library-policy%2F|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Register here” style=”custom” custom_background=”#194573″ custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” align=”center” i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-marker” css=”” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.google.com%2Fforms%2Fd%2Fe%2F1FAIpQLScSgc3RxBxoYjb0XnC6l4Y5Zi9dr04V2yX4WjrmgiB68Mm6Fg%2Fviewform%3Fusp%3Dsf_link|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://americanlibraryinparis.org/event/nature-collages/
LOCATION:The American Library in Paris
CATEGORIES:Kids
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20240824T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20240824T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T005738
CREATED:20240615T212126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240823T113755Z
UID:68051-1724506200-1724511600@americanlibraryinparis.org
SUMMARY:Free Write: A Creative Session (ages 12–18)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Meet other writers in the community as you explore ways to jump start your creative writing. Begin a short story during this session\, share\, and get feedback. Children’s and Teens’ Services Manager Celeste Rhoads will facilitate this workshop. Teens interested in the Library’s Teen Writing Group are encouraged to attend this session\, as this workshop will follow a similar format. \nLight snacks and drinks will be provided.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1693991707109{border-left-width: 8px !important;padding-left: 8px !important;border-left-color: #9e0143 !important;border-left-style: solid !important;}”]Important information: \nThis event is free for Library members\, and 15€ per teen for non-members. Advance registration is required. All visitors are expected to familiarize themselves with the Library Policy for Children and the Rules and Code of Conduct so that we can provide a pleasant library environment for all patrons. \nQuestions about collections and programs for children and teens can be sent to the Library’s Children and Teens Services Manager\, Celeste Rhoads: celeste@americanlibraryinparis.org.[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Library Policy” style=”custom” custom_background=”#194573″ custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” align=”center” i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-child” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Famericanlibraryinparis.org%2Fchildren-in-the-library-policy%2F|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Register here” style=”custom” custom_background=”#194573″ custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” align=”center” i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-marker” css=”” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.google.com%2Fforms%2Fd%2Fe%2F1FAIpQLSexOeN67Ogo93vuTqjpJ647YeVPHa7BLFMAo_558CS5hJd-6w%2Fviewform%3Fusp%3Dsf_link|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://americanlibraryinparis.org/event/free-write-24-august/
LOCATION:The American Library in Paris
CATEGORIES:Teens
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20240828T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20240828T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T005738
CREATED:20240820T143917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240820T143917Z
UID:69088-1724855400-1724859000@americanlibraryinparis.org
SUMMARY:Story Hour: L is for Library (ages 3–5)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]For this Story Hour\, we’ll read stories both factual and fictional all about libraries\, including Library Lion by Michelle Knudsen(pictured here). We’ll also sing songs and practice rhymes. \nThis program is entirely in English\, and no translation will be provided. This participatory program is intended to encourage children to actively engage with stories. Children’s and Teens’ Services Manager Celeste Rhoads and Intern Zara Lees\, will read books and lead you and your little one in songs and hand-rhymes during a live\, interactive session. Plan to join in\, sing along\, move around\, and model movement and listening for your little one. We ask that all caregivers put away their phones and other electronic devices for the duration of this program. With your help\, we hope to inspire children to become lifelong readers![/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704817042485{border-left-width: 8px !important;padding-left: 8px !important;border-left-color: #9e0143 !important;border-left-style: solid !important;}”]  \nImportant information: This event is for Library members\, and advance registration is required. Caregivers are expected to familiarize themselves with the Library Policy for Children and the Rules and Code of Conduct so that we can provide a pleasant library environment for all patrons. Questions about collections and programs for children and teens can be sent to the Library’s Children’s and Teens’ Services Manager\, Celeste Rhoads: celeste@americanlibraryinparis.org.[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Library Policy” style=”custom” custom_background=”#194573″ custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” align=”center” i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-child” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Famericanlibraryinparis.org%2Fchildren-in-the-library-policy%2F|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Register here” style=”custom” custom_background=”#194573″ custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” align=”center” i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-marker” css=”” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.google.com%2Fforms%2Fd%2Fe%2F1FAIpQLSfz4YqxeIqN34XEolGz0CuMd_UVgbphKL-roFp9wpaE8H2h6w%2Fviewform%3Fusp%3Dsf_link|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://americanlibraryinparis.org/event/l-is-for-library-2024/
LOCATION:The American Library in Paris
CATEGORIES:Kids
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://americanlibraryinparis.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Stories-LibraryLion-734-e1724164714110.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20240830T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20240830T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T005738
CREATED:20240528T075223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240528T075223Z
UID:67116-1725015600-1725015600@americanlibraryinparis.org
SUMMARY:History Tour at the Library
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The American Library in Paris invites you to register for a History Tour. Come visit us in person at 10 rue du Général Camou and discover: \n\n\nOur origin story\, when our Library warehoused a collection of books donated to the Doughboys fighting alongside Allied troupes in WWI\nThe establishment of the American Library in Paris as a private library\nThe famous writers of the Lost Generation (Gertrude Stein\, Ernest Hemingway\, Henry Miller\, and more) who explored our stacks during their time in Paris\nOur Paris Library School\, which brought American innovations to French libraries in the 1920s\nThe true stories of the brave Librarians who kept the Library open during the Occupation of WWII\nHow the Library has evolved over its 103-year history into the largest English-language lending library on the European continent\n\n\nAll tours are on Fridays at 11h00\, last one hour\, and take place in person at the American Library in Paris. \nTours are free of charge and open to the public. Pre-registration is required. Please email us if you are reserving for 4 or more people. (Do not reserve through the site.) \nPlease email tours@americanlibraryinparis.org with any questions. \nThis initiative is made possible through the generous support of the Florence Gould Foundation and the American Center for Art and Culture. \nAttendance at this event constitutes permission for your photograph or video to be taken at the event and used by the American Library in Paris for marketing\, promotional\, pedagogical\, or other purposes.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1665240973767{border-left-width: 8px !important;padding-left: 8px !important;border-left-color: #9e0143 !important;border-left-style: solid !important;}”][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://americanlibraryinparis.org/event/history-tours-8-30-24/
LOCATION:The American Library in Paris
CATEGORIES:Adults,Tour
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20240831T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20240831T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T005738
CREATED:20240820T121408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240820T125435Z
UID:69066-1725102000-1725105600@americanlibraryinparis.org
SUMMARY:Pajama Party (ages 0–12)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Play games\, and meet new friends during this morning pajama party full of fun and surprises. \nThis event will be hosted by Children’s and Teens’ Services Manager Celeste Rhoads with the help of Library volunteers. This activity is entirely in English\, and no translation will be provided. All participants must be able to understand\, speak\, and write in English in order to participate in this program. Children ages 0–6 must have a chaperone with them for the duration of this activity. Children between the ages 6–12 may participate in Library programs on their own\, while their chaperone remains inside the Library\, however chaperones are encouraged to join in the event.\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1686067596052{border-left-width: 8px !important;padding-left: 8px !important;border-left-color: #9e0143 !important;border-left-style: solid !important;}”]Important information: This event is for Library members\, and advance registration is required. Caregivers are expected to familiarize themselves with the Library Policy for Children and the Rules and Code of Conduct so that we can provide a pleasant library environment for all patrons. Questions about collections and programs for children and teens can be sent to the Library’s Children and Teens Services Manager\, Celeste Rhoads: celeste@americanlibraryinparis.org.[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Library Policy” style=”custom” custom_background=”#194573″ custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” align=”center” i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-child” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Famericanlibraryinparis.org%2Fchildren-in-the-library-policy%2F|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Register here” style=”custom” custom_background=”#194573″ custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” align=”center” i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-marker” css=”” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.google.com%2Fforms%2Fd%2Fe%2F1FAIpQLScrHBsF6JUthrfLUDXi8DOryoENakPdh8G5Klz6euNJrMsdnQ%2Fviewform%3Fusp%3Dsf_link|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://americanlibraryinparis.org/event/pajama-party-2024/
LOCATION:The American Library in Paris
CATEGORIES:Kids
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://americanlibraryinparis.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/carnival-3076952_1280.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20240904T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20240904T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T005738
CREATED:20240828T153310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T170828Z
UID:69361-1725460200-1725463800@americanlibraryinparis.org
SUMMARY:Story Hour: Library Favorites (ages 3–5)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]For this Story Hour\, we’ll read classic and contemporary favorites selected by the Library’s Children’s and Teens’ Services staff\, such as A Big Mooncake for Little Star by Grace Lin (pictured here). We’ll also sing songs and practice rhymes. \nThis program is entirely in English\, and no translation will be provided. This participatory program is intended to encourage children to actively engage with stories. Children’s and Teens’ Services Manager Celeste Rhoads and Intern Zara Lees\, will read books and lead you and your little one in songs and hand-rhymes during a live\, interactive session. Plan to join in\, sing along\, move around\, and model movement and listening for your little one. We ask that all caregivers put away their phones and other electronic devices for the duration of this program. With your help\, we hope to inspire children to become lifelong readers![/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704817042485{border-left-width: 8px !important;padding-left: 8px !important;border-left-color: #9e0143 !important;border-left-style: solid !important;}”]  \nImportant information: This event is for Library members\, and advance registration is required. Caregivers are expected to familiarize themselves with the Library Policy for Children and the Rules and Code of Conduct so that we can provide a pleasant library environment for all patrons. Questions about collections and programs for children and teens can be sent to the Library’s Children’s and Teens’ Services Manager\, Celeste Rhoads: celeste@americanlibraryinparis.org.[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Library Policy” style=”custom” custom_background=”#194573″ custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” align=”center” i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-child” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Famericanlibraryinparis.org%2Fchildren-in-the-library-policy%2F|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Register here” style=”custom” custom_background=”#194573″ custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” align=”center” i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-marker” css=”” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.google.com%2Fforms%2Fd%2Fe%2F1FAIpQLSeCdG0s9EyS9QNAnrVnGN25gpCrEkzuSXNXaf9XYmRd_EaBAw%2Fviewform%3Fusp%3Dsf_link|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://americanlibraryinparis.org/event/library-favorites-2024/
LOCATION:The American Library in Paris
CATEGORIES:Kids
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://americanlibraryinparis.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Mooncake_jkt-e1724859175888.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20240905T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20240905T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T005738
CREATED:20240828T182957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T182957Z
UID:69378-1725534000-1725535800@americanlibraryinparis.org
SUMMARY:Toddler Time (ages 1–3)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Our Toddler Time is for children ages 1–3 and their caregivers\, and features 30 minutes of stories\, songs\, and rhymes. Stories featured during our Toddler Time programs include short picture books and board books\, such as Too Early by Nora Erickson\, illustrated by Elly MacKay which will be included in this 5 September event. This session will be hosted by Children’s and Teens’ Services Manager Celeste Rhoads. \nThe program is entirely in English\, as are all of our events for children and teens. No translation will be provided. Each child must be accompanied by an adult chaperone\, and chaperones are required to remain with their children for the duration of the program. Parents and caregivers are expected to sit with their children beside them\, or in their laps\, and participate in the program. We ask that all caregivers put away their phones and other electronic devices for the duration of this program. With your help\, we hope to inspire children to become lifelong readers![/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1711576793412{border-left-width: 8px !important;padding-left: 8px !important;border-left-color: #9e0143 !important;border-left-style: solid !important;}”]Important information: This event is for Library members\, and advance registration is required. Caregivers are expected to familiarize themselves with the Library Policy for Children and the Rules and Code of Conduct so that we can provide a pleasant library environment for all patrons. Questions about collections and programs for children and teens can be sent to the Library’s Children and Teens Services Manager\, Celeste Rhoads: celeste@americanlibraryinparis.org.[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Library Policy” style=”custom” custom_background=”#194573″ custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” align=”center” i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-child” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Famericanlibraryinparis.org%2Fchildren-in-the-library-policy%2F|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Register here” style=”custom” custom_background=”#194573″ custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” align=”center” i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-marker” css=”” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.google.com%2Fforms%2Fd%2Fe%2F1FAIpQLSekKLAOCtb1Y56avA6Yi8Qo4S4zmg3Z4Zh2r0d6CVOC5c9-3g%2Fviewform%3Fusp%3Dsf_link|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://americanlibraryinparis.org/event/toddler-time-september-2024/
LOCATION:The American Library in Paris
CATEGORIES:Kids
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://americanlibraryinparis.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/9781419742071-e1724869752200.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20240906T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20240906T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T005738
CREATED:20240723T085203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240723T085203Z
UID:68790-1725620400-1725620400@americanlibraryinparis.org
SUMMARY:History Tour at the Library
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The American Library in Paris invites you to register for a History Tour. Come visit us in person at 10 rue du Général Camou and discover: \n\n\nOur origin story\, when our Library warehoused a collection of books donated to the Doughboys fighting alongside Allied troupes in WWI\nThe establishment of the American Library in Paris as a private library\nThe famous writers of the Lost Generation (Gertrude Stein\, Ernest Hemingway\, Henry Miller\, and more) who explored our stacks during their time in Paris\nOur Paris Library School\, which brought American innovations to French libraries in the 1920s\nThe true stories of the brave Librarians who kept the Library open during the Occupation of WWII\nHow the Library has evolved over its 103-year history into the largest English-language lending library on the European continent\n\n\nAll tours are on Fridays at 11h00\, last one hour\, and take place in person at the American Library in Paris. \nTours are free of charge and open to the public. Pre-registration is required. Please email us if you are reserving for 4 or more people. (Do not reserve through the site.) \nPlease email tours@americanlibraryinparis.org with any questions. \nThis initiative is made possible through the generous support of the Florence Gould Foundation and the American Center for Art and Culture. \nAttendance at this event constitutes permission for your photograph or video to be taken at the event and used by the American Library in Paris for marketing\, promotional\, pedagogical\, or other purposes.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1665240973767{border-left-width: 8px !important;padding-left: 8px !important;border-left-color: #9e0143 !important;border-left-style: solid !important;}”][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://americanlibraryinparis.org/event/history-tours-9-06-24/
LOCATION:The American Library in Paris
CATEGORIES:Adults,Tour
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://americanlibraryinparis.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/file1-9-soldier-reading-on-motocycle-waiting-for-the-officer-who-occupied-the-sidecar-1919-e1680714604531.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20240906T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20240906T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T005738
CREATED:20240823T125620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240906T085544Z
UID:69237-1725649200-1725656400@americanlibraryinparis.org
SUMMARY:Teen Night: American Food Fest (ages 12–18)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]If you’ve ever wanted to try American treats you’ve read about or seen in movies\, then you’ll want to join us for this event. Working in teams\, you’ll try to identify the delicious foods on your table and where in America they come from. And you’ll get to taste the treats! \nThis event will be hosted by Children’s and Teens’ Services Manager Celeste Rhoads\, Children and Teens Services Intern Zara Lees. \nDrinks and light snacks will be provided\, as well as lots of regional foods from across the United States.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1725612938890{border-left-width: 8px !important;padding-left: 8px !important;border-left-style: solid !important;border-color: #9e0143 !important;}”]Important information: \nThis event is free for Library members\, and 15€ per teen for non-members. Advance registration is required. All visitors are expected to familiarize themselves with the Library Policy for Children and the Rules and Code of Conduct so that we can provide a pleasant library environment for all patrons. After-hours events for teens\, such as Teen Nights\, require a signed permission slip\, which can be downloaded here. One permission slip is needed per academic year (September–July). \nQuestions about collections and programs for children and teens can be sent to the Library’s Children’s and Teens’ Services Manager\, Celeste Rhoads: celeste@americanlibraryinparis.org.[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Library Policy” style=”custom” custom_background=”#194573″ custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” align=”center” i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-child” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Famericanlibraryinparis.org%2Fchildren-in-the-library-policy%2F|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Register here” style=”custom” custom_background=”#194573″ custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” align=”center” i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-marker” css=”” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.google.com%2Fforms%2Fd%2Fe%2F1FAIpQLSehIc4oou1gZD-u_CJP70EdUEVq2nDzA8-xXvIwSYEURALgAw%2Fviewform%3Fusp%3Dsf_link|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://americanlibraryinparis.org/event/american-food-fest/
LOCATION:The American Library in Paris
CATEGORIES:Teens
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20240907T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20240907T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T005738
CREATED:20240829T112906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240908T195307Z
UID:69394-1725706800-1725710400@americanlibraryinparis.org
SUMMARY:The Animal Games in Paris with Oliver Gee and Lina Nordin Gee (ages 3–12)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]3–12 year-olds and their grown-ups are invited to join us for a special event with author Oliver Gee and illustrator Lina Nordin Gee as they read their new picture book The Animal Games in Paris. Following the reading\, Lina will show participants how to draw a few animals and then the pair will answer questions about what inspired this fun\, fantastical tale\, and they’ll share the facts they discovered as they created the story. Books will be available for purchase at the event courtesy of the author and illustrator. \nLibrary programs are created to encourage children to actively engage with stories. Children under age 6 must have a chaperone with them for the duration of this activity. Children between the ages 6–12 may participate in Library programs on their own\, while their chaperone remains inside the Library\, however chaperones are encouraged to join in the event. \nAbout Oliver Gee and Lina Nordin Gee: Together\, Oliver Gee and Lina Nordin Gee created Kylie the Crocodile in Paris\, Roger the Liger in Paris\, and Grace the Giraffe in Paris. Oliver Gee is the creator of the award-winning podcast about Paris and France\, The Earful Tower. He used to be a full-time journalist in Paris\, but switched to podcasting in December 2017. Lina Nordin Gee runs a chic shoe and handbag company\, Deuxième Studios\, and likes to draw and paint. You can see her illustrations on Instagram @ParisianPostcards. Find out more about The Earful Tower or purchase your own copy of The Animal Games in Paris\, their fourth picture book\, here. Books will also be available for purchase at this event.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1725824511663{border-left-width: 8px !important;padding-left: 8px !important;border-left-style: solid !important;border-color: #9e0143 !important;}”] \n\n\nImportant information: This event is for Library members\, and advance registration is required. This activity is entirely in English\, and no translation will be provided. Caregivers are expected to familiarize themselves with the Library Policy for Children and the Rules and Code of Conduct so that we can provide a pleasant library environment for all patrons. Questions about collections and programs for children and teens can be sent to the Library’s Children and Teens Services Manager\, Celeste Rhoads: celeste@americanlibraryinparis.org. \n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Library Policy” style=”custom” custom_background=”#194573″ custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” align=”center” i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-child” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Famericanlibraryinparis.org%2Fchildren-in-the-library-policy%2F|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Register here” style=”custom” custom_background=”#194573″ custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” align=”center” i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-marker” css=”” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.google.com%2Fforms%2Fd%2Fe%2F1FAIpQLSeDSIDwG5XzwRSoCcrjASAOz0nX7TE6_Fw7OjKgB4DM8vibIQ%2Fviewform%3Fusp%3Dsf_link|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://americanlibraryinparis.org/event/animal-games-gee-2024/
LOCATION:The American Library in Paris
CATEGORIES:Kids
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20240908T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20240908T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T005738
CREATED:20240823T113714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240823T113830Z
UID:69205-1725811200-1725816600@americanlibraryinparis.org
SUMMARY:Free Write: A Creative Session (ages 12–18)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Meet other writers in the community as you explore ways to jump start your creative writing. Begin a short story during this session\, or bring in a project you are working on. There will be time to write and dedicated time to share and get feedback. \nLibrary volunteer and Young Authors Fiction Festival winner (1st place\, 12th grade category) Zara Reid Hodson will facilitate this workshop. Teens interested in the Library’s Teen Writing Group are encouraged to attend this session\, as this workshop will follow a similar format. \nLight snacks and drinks will be provided.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1693991707109{border-left-width: 8px !important;padding-left: 8px !important;border-left-color: #9e0143 !important;border-left-style: solid !important;}”]Important information: \nThis event is free for Library members\, and 15€ per teen for non-members. Advance registration is required. All visitors are expected to familiarize themselves with the Library Policy for Children and the Rules and Code of Conduct so that we can provide a pleasant library environment for all patrons. \nQuestions about collections and programs for children and teens can be sent to the Library’s Children and Teens Services Manager\, Celeste Rhoads: celeste@americanlibraryinparis.org.[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Library Policy” style=”custom” custom_background=”#194573″ custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” align=”center” i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-child” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Famericanlibraryinparis.org%2Fchildren-in-the-library-policy%2F|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Register here” style=”custom” custom_background=”#194573″ custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” align=”center” i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-marker” css=”” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.google.com%2Fforms%2Fd%2Fe%2F1FAIpQLSfCTDCYLqAIArrXZgvjp8hdCHYVrVM4V7PvK7yjfJcHY84Jgg%2Fviewform%3Fusp%3Dsf_link|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://americanlibraryinparis.org/event/free-write-september/
LOCATION:The American Library in Paris
CATEGORIES:Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20240910T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20240910T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T005738
CREATED:20240805T090340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240805T090340Z
UID:68870-1725996600-1726000200@americanlibraryinparis.org
SUMMARY:(Hybrid) The Couple and the City with Ayşegül Savas and Chris Knapp
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”RSVP Now” style=”custom” custom_background=”#9e0143″ custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” align=”center” css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fhost.nxt.blackbaud.com%2Fregistration-form%2F%3FformId%3D63fcd20c-ae7a-4c56-bd69-c7e894f1cf66%26envId%3Dp-Dm_SN_kaVE6HLULDUnPr0g%26zone%3Deur|target:_blank”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Zoom Link” style=”custom” custom_background=”#9e0143″ custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” align=”center” css=”” link=”url:http%3A%2F%2Fus06web.zoom.us%2Fj%2F87289489330|target:_blank”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]In their most recent novels\, Ayşegül Savas and Chris Knapp both explore the loves\, family dramas\, and transnational relationships of young married couples. Savas’ The Anthropologists follows the couple Asya and Manu in the midst of apartment-hunting in an unnamed city. In Knapp’s States of Emergency\, an American man and his French wife embark on a journey of fertility treatment during a catastrophic Parisian heatwave. \nAbout the speakers: \nAyşegül Savaş is the author of the acclaimed novels Walking on the Ceiling and White on White. Her work has been translated into six languages and has appeared in the New Yorker\, the Paris Review\, Granta\, and elsewhere. She lives in Paris. \nChris Knapp’s work has appeared in the Paris Review\, n+1\, Granta\, and the New England Review\, among others. He earned an MFA in fiction at the University of Virginia\, and an MA in journalism and international affairs from SciencesPo in Paris. States of Emergency is his first novel.[/vc_column_text][vc_separator][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Important information: The discussion will be available both online and in person. While the conversation will happen in person (the speakers will appear in the Reading Room)\, the Library will stream the conversation on Zoom for a live viewing experience. Both in-person and online attendees will be able to pose questions. \nAttendance at this event constitutes permission for your photograph or video to be taken at the event and used by the American Library in Paris for marketing\, promotional\, pedagogical\, or other purposes.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1661353661878{border-left-width: 8px !important;padding-left: 8px !important;border-left-color: #9e0143 !important;border-left-style: solid !important;}”] \nEvenings with an Author are free and open to the public (with a 10€ suggested donation)\nthanks to the generous support of Gregory Annenberg Weingarten of GRoW @ Annenberg.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://americanlibraryinparis.org/event/savasknapp24/
LOCATION:The American Library in Paris
CATEGORIES:Adults,Evenings with an Author
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20240911T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20240911T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T005738
CREATED:20240828T172211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T172211Z
UID:69366-1726065000-1726068600@americanlibraryinparis.org
SUMMARY:Story Hour: Building and Construction (ages 3–5)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]For this Story Hour\, we’ll read stories about building\, demolition\, construction\, and construction vehicles\, such as Someone Builds the Dream by Lisa Wheeler\, illustrated by Loren Long (pictured here). We’ll also sing songs and practice rhymes. \nThis program is entirely in English\, and no translation will be provided. This participatory program is intended to encourage children to actively engage with stories. Children’s and Teens’ Services Manager Celeste Rhoads and Intern Zara Lees\, will read books and lead you and your little one in songs and hand-rhymes during a live\, interactive session. Plan to join in\, sing along\, move around\, and model movement and listening for your little one. We ask that all caregivers put away their phones and other electronic devices for the duration of this program. With your help\, we hope to inspire children to become lifelong readers![/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704817042485{border-left-width: 8px !important;padding-left: 8px !important;border-left-color: #9e0143 !important;border-left-style: solid !important;}”]  \nImportant information: This event is for Library members\, and advance registration is required. Caregivers are expected to familiarize themselves with the Library Policy for Children and the Rules and Code of Conduct so that we can provide a pleasant library environment for all patrons. Questions about collections and programs for children and teens can be sent to the Library’s Children’s and Teens’ Services Manager\, Celeste Rhoads: celeste@americanlibraryinparis.org.[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Library Policy” style=”custom” custom_background=”#194573″ custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” align=”center” i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-child” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Famericanlibraryinparis.org%2Fchildren-in-the-library-policy%2F|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Register here” style=”custom” custom_background=”#194573″ custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” align=”center” i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-marker” css=”” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.google.com%2Fforms%2Fd%2Fe%2F1FAIpQLScjxHasfAdenc0mq8Dt2Plhu4LurwmJC6QHQeh6PLGA1OA5QQ%2Fviewform%3Fusp%3Dsf_link|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://americanlibraryinparis.org/event/building-and-construction/
LOCATION:The American Library in Paris
CATEGORIES:Kids
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20240911T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20240911T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T005738
CREATED:20240726T161513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240801T142924Z
UID:68852-1726083000-1726086600@americanlibraryinparis.org
SUMMARY:Can Women Be Ruthless Criminals? with Ivy Pochoda and Katherine Pancol
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”RSVP Now” style=”custom” custom_background=”#9e0143″ custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” align=”center” css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fhost.nxt.blackbaud.com%2Fregistration-form%2F%3FformId%3D20670db8-6483-4dab-b31e-b57fb0722e3f%26envId%3Dp-Dm_SN_kaVE6HLULDUnPr0g%26zone%3Deur|target:_blank”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Zoom Link” style=”custom” custom_background=”#9e0143″ custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” align=”center” css=”” link=”url:http%3A%2F%2Fus06web.zoom.us%2Fj%2F88642196718|target:_blank”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Is Florence “Florida” Baum a naive victim of circumstance\, or a ruthless criminal? While Florida convinces herself she is the unlucky target of manipulation\, Diosmary Sandoval knows a truth that Florida refuses to believe: that women are capable of immeasurable cruelty.  \nAbout the speakers: \nIvy Pochoda is the author of the critically acclaimed novels Wonder Valley\, Visitation Street\, and These Women. She won the 2018 Strand Critics Award for Best Novel and the Prix Page America in France\, and has been a finalist for the Los Angeles Times Book Prize and the Edgar Award\, among other awards. For many years\, Ivy taught creative writing at Studio 526 in Los Angeles’s Skid Row. She is currently a professor of creative writing at the University of California Riverside-Palm Desert low-residency MFA program. She lives in Los Angeles. \nKatherine Pancol is one of the biggest publishing phenomena of recent years\, and a worldwide success. Her novels have been translated in some thirty countries. La saga des Crocodiles\, as well as la trilogie des Muchachas et Trois Baisers\, have become classics. Her last novel La mariée portait des bottes jaunes was published in 2023.[/vc_column_text][vc_separator][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1661353661878{border-left-width: 8px !important;padding-left: 8px !important;border-left-color: #9e0143 !important;border-left-style: solid !important;}”] \nEvenings with an Author are free and open to the public (with a 10€ suggested donation)\nthanks to the generous support of Gregory Annenberg Weingarten of GRoW @ Annenberg.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://americanlibraryinparis.org/event/pochoda24/
LOCATION:The American Library in Paris
CATEGORIES:Adults,Evenings with an Author
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20240913T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20240913T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T005738
CREATED:20240723T085540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240723T085540Z
UID:68794-1726225200-1726225200@americanlibraryinparis.org
SUMMARY:History Tour at the Library
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The American Library in Paris invites you to register for a History Tour. Come visit us in person at 10 rue du Général Camou and discover: \n\n\nOur origin story\, when our Library warehoused a collection of books donated to the Doughboys fighting alongside Allied troupes in WWI\nThe establishment of the American Library in Paris as a private library\nThe famous writers of the Lost Generation (Gertrude Stein\, Ernest Hemingway\, Henry Miller\, and more) who explored our stacks during their time in Paris\nOur Paris Library School\, which brought American innovations to French libraries in the 1920s\nThe true stories of the brave Librarians who kept the Library open during the Occupation of WWII\nHow the Library has evolved over its 103-year history into the largest English-language lending library on the European continent\n\n\nAll tours are on Fridays at 11h00\, last one hour\, and take place in person at the American Library in Paris. \nTours are free of charge and open to the public. Pre-registration is required. Please email us if you are reserving for 4 or more people. (Do not reserve through the site.) \nPlease email tours@americanlibraryinparis.org with any questions. \nThis initiative is made possible through the generous support of the Florence Gould Foundation and the American Center for Art and Culture. \nAttendance at this event constitutes permission for your photograph or video to be taken at the event and used by the American Library in Paris for marketing\, promotional\, pedagogical\, or other purposes.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1665240973767{border-left-width: 8px !important;padding-left: 8px !important;border-left-color: #9e0143 !important;border-left-style: solid !important;}”][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://americanlibraryinparis.org/event/history-tours-9-13-24/
LOCATION:The American Library in Paris
CATEGORIES:Adults,Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20240914T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20240914T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T005738
CREATED:20240829T115227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240829T115227Z
UID:69400-1726311600-1726315200@americanlibraryinparis.org
SUMMARY:Saturday Series: Hexaflexagons (ages 6–12)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]You might know how to make plenty of shapes in origigami\, but can you make a hexaflexagon? The word sounds scary\, but it’s the name for a fun and unique paper toy. With simple materials we have on hand participants will measure\, cut\, and decorate to build infinity loop paper toys (hexaflexagons!). \nThis event will be hosted by Children’s and Teens’ Services Intern Zara Lees with the help of Library volunteers. All materials will be provided by the Library.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1677064628700{border-left-width: 8px !important;padding-left: 8px !important;border-left-color: #9e0143 !important;border-left-style: solid !important;}”]Important information: This event is for Library members\, and advance registration is required. Caregivers are expected to familiarize themselves with the Library Policy for Children and the Rules and Code of Conduct so that we can provide a pleasant library environment for all patrons. Questions about collections and programs for children and teens can be sent to the Library’s Children’s and Teens’ Services Manager\, Celeste Rhoads: celeste@americanlibraryinparis.org.[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Library Policy” style=”custom” custom_background=”#194573″ custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” align=”center” i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-child” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Famericanlibraryinparis.org%2Fchildren-in-the-library-policy%2F|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Register here” style=”custom” custom_background=”#194573″ custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” align=”center” i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-marker” css=”” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.google.com%2Fforms%2Fd%2Fe%2F1FAIpQLSf-0BPk0J44SMKxjqEYD8kGuaG0RWU8E8wwPZ3H_AasvuCM9g%2Fviewform%3Fusp%3Dsf_link|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://americanlibraryinparis.org/event/hexaflexagons-2024/
LOCATION:The American Library in Paris
CATEGORIES:Kids
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20240917T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20240917T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T005738
CREATED:20240805T090658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240805T090658Z
UID:68730-1726601400-1726605000@americanlibraryinparis.org
SUMMARY:(In Person Only) Film Screening: Migrant’s Death Valley
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=”RSVP Now” style=”custom” custom_background=”#9e0143″ custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” align=”center” css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fhost.nxt.blackbaud.com%2Fregistration-form%2F%3FformId%3Deb4525cd-2ef1-4391-a9ab-809b7b00eb49%26envId%3Dp-Dm_SN_kaVE6HLULDUnPr0g%26zone%3Deur|target:_blank”][vc_column_text css=””]Known as the “migrant’s Death Valley” for its desolate landscape and unforgiving heat\, Brooks County\, Texas is believed to have the highest death toll for migrants anywhere in America\, although the vast majority of bodies are hidden in unmarked graves and never identified. The documentary follows a forensic anthropologist and a team of students as they seek to identify bodies and contact families.  \nJoin us for a conversation with documentarian Lisa Molomot\, Sara Abbas\, and Asma Zalim to see clips from the film. \nAbout the speakers: \nLisa Molomot\, Producer/Co-Director/Cinematographer\, has directed documentaries about the American Southwest including the Peabody Award-winning Missing in Brooks County\, The Cleaners and Soledad. Her film School’s Out has helped the movement to provide outdoor education for young children\, and her short film Teaching in Arizona is an inside look at the teaching crisis in that state. She was a recent Fulbright Scholar in Canada\, a Yale Poynter Fellow in Journalism and currently teaches at the James E. Rogers School of Law and the UA Human Rights Practice Graduate Program at the University of Arizona. \nSara Abbas is Head of Paris Office of the  International Organization for Migration (IOM). Born in 1975 in Sweden\, Mrs. Abbas graduated from the University of Växjö in international administration in 2001. She started to work for IOM the same year and has held several positions within IOM before being appointed Head of Office in 2012. \nAsma Zalim is a Senior Project Assistant born in 1994 in Morocco. She holds a master’s degree in Diplomacy and Strategic Negotiations from Paris Saclay University as well as a Korean Studies master’s degree from the University of Paris. She joined IOM in 2021 as a Project Assistant to work on the resettlement of refugees bound to France\, USA\, and Canada. \nAbout the International Organization for Migration: \nThe UN Migration agency established in 1951\, the IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and works closely with governmental\, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. [/vc_column_text][vc_separator][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1661353661878{border-left-width: 8px !important;padding-left: 8px !important;border-left-color: #9e0143 !important;border-left-style: solid !important;}”] \nEvenings with an Author are free and open to the public (with a 10€ suggested donation)\nthanks to the generous support of Gregory Annenberg Weingarten of GRoW @ Annenberg.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://americanlibraryinparis.org/event/molomot24/
LOCATION:The American Library in Paris
CATEGORIES:Adults,Evenings with an Author
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20240918T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20240918T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T005738
CREATED:20240828T175107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T175107Z
UID:69369-1726669800-1726673400@americanlibraryinparis.org
SUMMARY:Story Hour: Tricky Tricksters (ages 3–5)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]For this Story Hour\, we’ll read stories all about people and animals who are tricky\, sneaky\, cunning and stealthy\, such as Trickiest: 19 Sneaky Animals by Steve Jenkins (pictured here). We’ll also sing songs and practice rhymes. \nThis program is entirely in English\, and no translation will be provided. This participatory program is intended to encourage children to actively engage with stories. Children’s and Teens’ Services Manager Celeste Rhoads and Intern Zara Lees\, will read books and lead you and your little one in songs and hand-rhymes during a live\, interactive session. Plan to join in\, sing along\, move around\, and model movement and listening for your little one. We ask that all caregivers put away their phones and other electronic devices for the duration of this program. With your help\, we hope to inspire children to become lifelong readers![/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1704817042485{border-left-width: 8px !important;padding-left: 8px !important;border-left-color: #9e0143 !important;border-left-style: solid !important;}”]  \nImportant information: This event is for Library members\, and advance registration is required. Caregivers are expected to familiarize themselves with the Library Policy for Children and the Rules and Code of Conduct so that we can provide a pleasant library environment for all patrons. Questions about collections and programs for children and teens can be sent to the Library’s Children’s and Teens’ Services Manager\, Celeste Rhoads: celeste@americanlibraryinparis.org.[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Library Policy” style=”custom” custom_background=”#194573″ custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” align=”center” i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-child” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Famericanlibraryinparis.org%2Fchildren-in-the-library-policy%2F|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Register here” style=”custom” custom_background=”#194573″ custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” align=”center” i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-marker” css=”” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.google.com%2Fforms%2Fd%2Fe%2F1FAIpQLScgy8dAlufn2b4fIewdVn5Pbd0HOsVqIUPaTvSr4SxOEr8iFQ%2Fviewform%3Fusp%3Dsf_link|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://americanlibraryinparis.org/event/tricky-tricksters/
LOCATION:The American Library in Paris
CATEGORIES:Kids
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20240918T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20240918T204500
DTSTAMP:20260404T005738
CREATED:20240805T091022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240913T102857Z
UID:68885-1726687800-1726692300@americanlibraryinparis.org
SUMMARY:(Zoom Tickets Available) Populism in 2024
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”RSVP Now” style=”custom” custom_background=”#9e0143″ custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” align=”center” css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fhost.nxt.blackbaud.com%2Fregistration-form%2F%3FformId%3D769895a8-99c4-44da-86d0-2ecc8544192f%26envId%3Dp-Dm_SN_kaVE6HLULDUnPr0g%26zone%3Deur|target:_blank”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Zoom Link” style=”custom” custom_background=”#9e0143″ custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” align=”center” css=”” link=”url:http%3A%2F%2Fus06web.zoom.us%2Fj%2F85631202982|target:_blank”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]The 2024 Trump campaign and the success of the National Rally in June’s legislative elections in France show that populism is alive and well\, yet the victory of Labour in the U.K. and other election results in Eastern Europe paint another picture. What’s the state of play of populism in 2024\, a year in which voters in more than 64 countries will go to the polls? A panel of distinguished journalists and experts organized by the Overseas Press Club will discuss. \nPlease note\, we are currently sold out of in-person tickets. You can register to attend on Zoom for free. \nAbout the Speakers: \nMartin Gelin is a longtime award-winning journalist on the U.S. far-right\, and author of eight books on American politics\, including the forthcoming The White Storm: How Racism poisoned American democracy. He writes for the Guardian\, the Washington Post\, and other publications. He moved to Paris in August. linktr.ee/martingelin \nElisabeth Zerofsky is a contributing writer to the New York Times Magazine\, and has written extensively on the rise of right-wing populism in Europe and the U.S.\, from France\, Germany\, Poland\, Hungary\, Italy\, and the US. She is currently working on a book on this topic for Farrar\, Straus and Giroux. She lives in Berlin\, and will join the panel by Zoom. https://elisabethzerofsky.com/ \nThierry Arnaud is international editor for France’s BFM-TV. Thierry joined BFMTV in 2006 as its US Correspondent\, and served as the network political editor for six years. Thierry began his in career in print journalism\, and was based for several of these years in London and New York. \nVivienne Walt is a Paris correspondent for TIME Magazine and Fortune Magazine who has covered French right-wing politics\, including TIME profiles on Jordan Bardella and Marine Le Pen. Her work has appeared in the New York Times\, the Washington Post\, the Wall Street Journal\, National Geographic\, BusinessWeek\, and more. She is a governor of the Overseas Press Club of America. \nThis event is in partnership with the Overseas Press Club.  \n[/vc_column_text][vc_separator][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Important information: The discussion will be available both online and in person. While the conversation will happen in person (the speakers will appear in the Reading Room)\, the Library will stream the conversation on Zoom for a live viewing experience. Both in-person and online attendees will be able to pose questions. \nAttendance at this event constitutes permission for your photograph or video to be taken at the event and used by the American Library in Paris for marketing\, promotional\, pedagogical\, or other purposes.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1661353661878{border-left-width: 8px !important;padding-left: 8px !important;border-left-color: #9e0143 !important;border-left-style: solid !important;}”] \nEvenings with an Author are free and open to the public (with a 10€ suggested donation)\nthanks to the generous support of Gregory Annenberg Weingarten of GRoW @ Annenberg.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://americanlibraryinparis.org/event/populism24/
LOCATION:The American Library in Paris
CATEGORIES:Adults,Evenings with an Author
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20240920T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20240920T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T005738
CREATED:20240723T085914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240916T115745Z
UID:68798-1726830000-1726830000@americanlibraryinparis.org
SUMMARY:History Tour at the Library
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]The American Library in Paris invites you to register for a History Tour. Come visit us in person at 10 rue du Général Camou and discover: \n\n\nOur origin story\, when our Library warehoused a collection of books donated to the Doughboys fighting alongside Allied troupes in WWI\nThe establishment of the American Library in Paris as a private library\nThe famous writers of the Lost Generation (Gertrude Stein\, Ernest Hemingway\, Henry Miller\, and more) who explored our stacks during their time in Paris\nOur Paris Library School\, which brought American innovations to French libraries in the 1920s\nThe true stories of the brave Librarians who kept the Library open during the Occupation of WWII\nHow the Library has evolved over its 103-year history into the largest English-language lending library on the European continent\n\n\nAll tours are on Fridays at 11h00\, last one hour\, and take place in person at the American Library in Paris. \nTours are free of charge and open to the public. Pre-registration is required. Please email us if you wish to reserve for 5 or more people. (Do not reserve through the site.) \nPlease email tours@americanlibraryinparis.org with any questions. \nThis initiative is made possible through the generous support of the Florence Gould Foundation and the American Center for Art and Culture. \nAttendance at this event constitutes permission for your photograph or video to be taken at the event and used by the American Library in Paris for marketing\, promotional\, pedagogical\, or other purposes.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1665240973767{border-left-width: 8px !important;padding-left: 8px !important;border-left-color: #9e0143 !important;border-left-style: solid !important;}”][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://americanlibraryinparis.org/event/history-tours-9-20-24/
LOCATION:The American Library in Paris
CATEGORIES:Adults,Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20240920T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20240920T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T005738
CREATED:20240823T115152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240919T121957Z
UID:69218-1726858800-1726866000@americanlibraryinparis.org
SUMMARY:Teen Night: Action Movies (ages 12–18)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]What makes a great action movie? Share your take\, and enjoy a film during this event for teens. Vote on the action film to you’d like to watch when you register for this event. Participate in movie trivia at the start of the evening\, then settle in with popcorn and enjoy a screening in the Library’s comfortable reading room. We’ll discuss the film as a group at the end of the night. This event will be hosted by Children’s and Teens’ Services Manager Celeste Rhoads\, Children and Teens Services Intern Zara Lees. \nDrinks and light snacks will be provided\, as well as lots of popcorn.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1725612993168{border-left-width: 8px !important;padding-left: 8px !important;border-left-style: solid !important;border-color: #9e0143 !important;}”]Important information: \nThis event is free for Library members\, and 15€ per teen for non-members. Advance registration is required. All visitors are expected to familiarize themselves with the Library Policy for Children and the Rules and Code of Conduct so that we can provide a pleasant library environment for all patrons. After-hours events for teens\, such as Teen Nights\, require a signed permission slip\, which can be downloaded here. One permission slip is needed per academic year (September–July). \nQuestions about collections and programs for children and teens can be sent to the Library’s Children’s and Teens’ Services Manager\, Celeste Rhoads: celeste@americanlibraryinparis.org.[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Library Policy” style=”custom” custom_background=”#194573″ custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” align=”center” i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-child” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Famericanlibraryinparis.org%2Fchildren-in-the-library-policy%2F|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Register here” style=”custom” custom_background=”#194573″ custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” align=”center” i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-marker” css=”” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.google.com%2Fforms%2Fd%2Fe%2F1FAIpQLSf3onzzCP633ZIQcthXSY54IVVDQwFzEIYrauQg8d3l6tGPMw%2Fviewform%3Fusp%3Dsf_link|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://americanlibraryinparis.org/event/action-movies-2024/
LOCATION:The American Library in Paris
CATEGORIES:Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20240921T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20240921T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T005738
CREATED:20240901T141753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240901T141753Z
UID:69454-1726916400-1726920000@americanlibraryinparis.org
SUMMARY:Little People\, Big Dreams Day (ages 3–12)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]3–10 year-olds and their grown-ups are invited to join us to learn about key figures from throughout history—from writers\, artists\, and illustrators to activists\, scientists\, and politicians. We’ll read several picture book biographies in the Little People\, Big Dreams series\, then participants can choose to play trivia or work on crafts inspired by historical figures. \nLibrary programs are created to encourage children to actively engage with stories. This activity is entirely in English\, and no translation will be provided. Children under age 6 must have a chaperone with them for the duration of this activity. Children between the ages 6–12 may participate in Library programs on their own\, while their chaperone remains inside the Library\, however chaperones are encouraged to join in the event. \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1724930554849{border-left-width: 8px !important;padding-left: 8px !important;border-left-style: solid !important;border-color: #9e0143 !important;}”] \n\n\nImportant information: This event is for Library members\, and advance registration is required. Caregivers are expected to familiarize themselves with the Library Policy for Children and the Rules and Code of Conduct so that we can provide a pleasant library environment for all patrons. Questions about collections and programs for children and teens can be sent to the Library’s Children and Teens Services Manager\, Celeste Rhoads: celeste@americanlibraryinparis.org. \n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Library Policy” style=”custom” custom_background=”#194573″ custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” align=”center” i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-child” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Famericanlibraryinparis.org%2Fchildren-in-the-library-policy%2F|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Register here” style=”custom” custom_background=”#194573″ custom_text=”#ffffff” size=”lg” align=”center” i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-marker” css=”” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.google.com%2Fforms%2Fd%2Fe%2F1FAIpQLSdorbHZTZrpb4LpUwEK6gLGAUhA-B89bhgsrI46KERL80oLKw%2Fviewform%3Fusp%3Dsf_link|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://americanlibraryinparis.org/event/little-people-big-dreams-day/
LOCATION:The American Library in Paris
CATEGORIES:Kids
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