Bibliothèque de la Cité

Bibliothèque de la Cité

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.

Place des Trois-Perdrix 5,
1204 Genève

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Sunday 13 April, 15:00

Join Alexandra Tundo and Andreas Fulgosi for a unique concert at the Bibliothèque de la Cité, where you’ll dive into the world of “wild strings.” Inspired by Belgian artist Max Vandervorst, the collective “Play to Your Rhythm!” crafts captivating soundscapes using instruments made from recycled materials. Following the performance, the audience is invited on stage to collaborate in creating a musical piece together.

Kids ages 6 and up.

13 March and 17 April

Discover your voice at the Bibliothèque de la Cité in a welcoming and supportive setting! During these sessions, enjoy singing together and explore your vocal potential in a relaxed atmosphere. Each session stands alone, offering complete flexibility. Please note, these are not professional singing or music theory lessons.

In French.

22 and 29 April

A drawing and printing workshop at the Bibliothèque de la Cité invites participants to create their own animal carnival, which they sketch onto polypropylene plates and transform into a handcrafted short comic strip.

Ages 10 and up. In French.

29 & 30 April

Théotime Serre, a media designer, offers a fun workshop on creating 3D landscapes using modeling clay. The sculptures will be digitized and incorporated into a video game, allowing participants to explore interactive volumes and worlds, with no prior experience required.

In French.

Friday 2 May, 10:00

Join Anne Crausaz for a day centered on nature, designed to awaken the senses through observing springtime, reading her illustrated books, and crafting a small book together with her.

In French.

5 March – 7 May

The Bibliothèque de la Cité offers playful workshops designed to explore the orchestra and its instruments. Each session focuses on a different instrument group, helping participants learn how they collaborate to produce harmony. While each workshop stands alone, attending all is encouraged for a comprehensive experience.

In French.

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