Situated at the base of the Old Town, The Bibliothèque de la Cité is one of the city’s municipal libraries, featuring a substantial collection. Notably, it boasts a significant children’s section. The library is actively engaged in the community, regularly organizing a diverse range of events such as talks, exhibitions, performances, film screenings, and workshops.
The exhibition “Sauvages” at the Cité Library invites visitors to delve into the behind-the-scenes of Claude Barras’s film. It is divided into three sections that cover the ecological and cultural aspects of Borneo, reveal the creative and production processes of the film, and immerse the audience in the filming atmosphere through never-before-seen photos and testimonials. Original documents, drawings, travel journals, sets, and figurines enhance this immersive experience.
Anouck Fontaine, an illustrator, leads a workshop on creating mini illustrated books. Participants will repurpose pages from old library books to craft their own pages and use Chinese ink to draw tropical trees. This workshop is part of the SAUVAGES exhibition by Claude Barras, which delves into the making of the film and addresses the ecological and cultural issues in Borneo, such as deforestation and the loss of indigenous traditions.
In French. Ages 8 and up.
Vinyles Résistance, a renowned vinyl store in Geneva for over 30 years, stands as a cornerstone for hip-hop and rap enthusiasts. Join a unique gathering to explore the shop’s beginnings, current challenges in managing a music store, and the impact of digitalization on record shops.
In French.
Join an interactive family workshop focused on screen usage, featuring a variety of games and activities. Engage in a memory game comparing screen and non-screen scenarios, a family card game tackling planned obsolescence, a smartphone-themed writing workshop, and explore materials on screen impact with family management tips. The workshop runs alongside the book sale at the Bibliothèque de la Cité, providing a platform for meaningful discussions around digital devices.
In French. Ages 7 and up.
Experience Rossini’s “The Italian Girl in Algiers” in a comedic, critical, and subversive performance featuring an opera singer and a pianist at the Bibliothèque de la Cité. Immerse yourself in the world of bel canto, with vocal acrobatics, trills, and embellishments showcasing the virtuosity and dramatic expression quintessential to this style. This event is presented in collaboration with the Grand Théâtre.
Violinists Girolamo Bottiglieri and Cécile Carrière from the Geneva Chamber Orchestra perform at the Cité Library in a midday concert. This violin duo showcases powerful, poetic, folk-inspired, and innovative pieces from across Europe. In partnership with the Genevan Orchestra, the event provides a delightful and relaxed musical interlude.
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