Adrien Mangili, author of Natural Magic and Free Thought, presents his research on the paradoxical influence of natural magic during the Renaissance and the seventeenth century.
He discusses how natural magic, as an explanatory rival to religion, enabled early free thinkers to reframe miracles as secret forces of nature, thereby challenging theological authority and contributing to the emergence of critical, scientific inquiry.
In French.
Swiss Woolness Wellness and the Association pour la sauvegarde du Léman present a sensory workshop that explores the properties of natural wool and its role in reducing everyday plastic use. Participants are guided to craft 100% locally sourced Geneva wool relaxation balls—simple, durable, soothing objects—while reflecting on slow living, local craftsmanship, and nature-based well-being. The session reveals practical insights into sustainable material choices and encourages hands-on engagement with tactile techniques that reconnect makers to natural resources.
In French.
Charlotte Jarier is a Chief Regenerative Officer and facilitator of the Fresque de l’Économie Régénératrice. She supports organisations in early steps toward regenerative transformation and aligning business models with planetary limits.
This participatory lecture examines how economies overlook essential human, social and ecological resources, revealing invisible commons that sustain organisations. It explores interdependencies, diagnoses why current economic models exceed planetary boundaries, and presents concrete levers to shift business practices toward regenerative trajectories and redefined notions of prosperity.
In French.
This workshop explores the interplay between music and poetry through guided listening, close reading, and creative writing exercises. Participants examine rhythmic patterns, sound devices, and melodic structures that shape poetic forms, then apply these techniques to compose musical poems or short songs. Sessions introduce methods for translating sonic textures into language, encourage experimentation with prosody and repetition, and offer strategies for developing original pieces rooted in musical awareness.
In French.
This guided visit explores the evolution of the city’s library from its foundation in the 16th century to the present, examining how collections have been assembled, conserved and transmitted across generations. It investigates the institution’s core missions—collection, preservation and public access—and discusses archival and conservation practices, curatorial decisions and the role of libraries in shaping cultural memory. Participants gain insight into how heritage is managed and why it matters for civic identity.
Dates:
Thursday 15 January, 12:15
Thursday 19 March, 18:00
Friday 8 May, 12:15
In French.
Join a wide literary gathering bringing together nearly 800 authors for meetings, signings and themed exhibitions. Guests of honour include Laure Adler, Patrick Chappatte, Hélène Dorion and Douglas Kennedy. The programme offers photo and drawing displays, storytelling and creative workshops, mystery trails, dictations, dedicated youth areas and the presentation of six literary and artistic prizes. Designed for readers of all ages, the fair fosters exchange, discovery and community around books and ideas.
Week of events in Geneva bringing people together to confront racism through talks, roundtables, screenings, theatre, workshops, marches and guided visits. Activities are designed for all community members and include performances, film screenings, literary encounters, a human library, youth workshops and participatory theatre. The programme encourages listening, dialogue and collective reflection, offering multiple ways for neighbours and organisations to connect, learn and act together for a more inclusive city.
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