Saturday 5 April, 14:00

Creating a Story-Driven Video Game

Free

Marion Bareil from Tourmaline Studio is hosting a workshop at the Bibliothèque de la Cité to design a narrative video game using Twine. Participants will craft an interactive story where players make decisions that influence the outcome.

Place des Trois-Perdrix 5,
1204 Genève

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Photo Credit: DR

Saturday 5 April, 13:30

And the Monkey Invented Culture

Lectures & Workshops

Bibliothèque de Genève

Thibaud Gruber offers insights into chimpanzee behavior at the Festival Histoire et Cité. He delves into the cognitive and social abilities of these animals, comparing human culture with that of chimpanzees and examining unique learning processes within the animal kingdom. This talk challenges the boundaries traditionally drawn between humans and animals.

In French.

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5 – 7 April

Watches and Wonders

Cool Stuff

Palexpo

Watches and Wonders Geneva 2025 will bring together 60 brands, including Bulgari and six new independent labels. Initially dedicated to professionals, the event will open its doors to the public for three days. This edition will celebrate youth, featuring young talents and apprentices showcasing their skills and projects. Guided tours, workshops, and conferences will take place throughout the city. Geneva will be set to pulse with the heartbeat of the watchmaking world during this extraordinary week.

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5 & 6 April

Sleepover

Cool Stuff

Grand Théâtre

Spend a night at the Grand Théâtre and delve into its hidden corners while being swept away by timeless melodies and gentle harmonies. Sleep under chandeliers and stars, lulled until morning for a magical awakening. Bring what you need to camp comfortably.

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Saturday 5 April, 11:30

Whales in literature: between myth and ketology

Lectures & Workshops

Bibliothèque de Genève

Whales, both captivating and mysterious, have intrigued the human imagination for centuries, from the mythical Leviathan to the legendary Moby Dick. In contemporary times, they have come to represent ecology and peacefulness. This one-hour lecture, held by the Festival Histoire et Cité in collaboration with Éditions La Baconnière, takes place at the Bibliothèque de Genève and delves into the evolving depiction of whales, bridging mythical stories and scientific understanding.

In French.

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1 – 6 April

Festival Histoire et Cité

Lectures & Workshops

Multiple locations

The 10th edition of the Festival Histoire et Cité delves into the intricate relationship between humans and animals, spanning from prehistory to the present. With nearly 150 invited guests, including Michel Pastoureau and Marie Darrieussecq, the festival offers conferences, film screenings, exhibitions, and roundtable discussions on contemporary animal-related issues. This free event takes place across multiple cities.

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5 & 6 April

Festichoc

Cool Stuff

Salle Adrien-Lachenal

The largest chocolate festival in Switzerland, Festichoc is an event organized by the City of Versoix, offering a family-friendly and welcoming atmosphere with free entry. Bringing together over 30 artisan chocolatiers from across French-speaking Switzerland, the festival features tastings, sales, an exhibition of chocolate sculptures, entertainment, and food stands—guaranteeing a delightful and chocolate-filled experience!

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Saturday 5 April, 14:00

Creating a Story-Driven Video Game

Bibliothèque de la Cité - Place des Trois-Perdrix 5,1204 Genève

Event website: https://www.bm-geneve.ch/notice?id=h%3A%3Aa8b5d77d-a296-48cb-8722-99a4f9a03f7c&locale=fr

Creating a Story-Driven Video Game