Announcement for the Inaugural City Reading, set for 05 June
Unleash Your Inner Bookworm at Neuwied's Giant Literary Fiesta!
Get ready to dive into an ocean of books and literary delights as the heart of Neuwied, Germany, metamorphoses into an extensive open-air library from June 5th to 8th! The highly anticipated StadtLesen event is making its debut in Deichstadt this year, offering a whopping 3000 books from over 125 publishing partners. Enjoy the comfy seating areas and partake in a diverse lineup of readings catering to book enthusiasts of all ages.
Prepare to mark your calendars for the official launch of StadtLesen on our bustling Market Square on June 5th, commencing at 6 pm sharp. The event will be graced by the presence of Mayor Jan Einig and Christina Schmitt, President of the Lions Club Neuwied-Andernach. Following the grand unveiling, local author Jasna Mittler will captivate us with a riveting reading from her novel "Blau Auge."
We eagerly extend an invitation to you to be a part of the StadtLesen inauguration on our Market Square. Let's celebrate the power of words together!
Insight: The StadtLesen event in Neuwied is chock-full of activities for bookworms of all ages, spread across four days. Here's a peek at what each day has in store:
- June 5th (Thursday):
- For the little ones, three children's reading sessions with Daniel Faust from "Rette das Mächenland" by Sylvie Misslin and Amandine Piu, at 10:00, 10:45, and 11:30 AM.
- At 6:00 PM, a formal opening ceremony by Mayor Jan Einig, followed by Jasna Mittler's reading from her epic "Blau Auge."
- June 6th (Friday):
- An Integration Reading Day, promoting diversity and inclusion.
- Throughout the day, the city library will present Kamishibei storytelling performances for children.
- June 7th (Saturday):
- A day dedicated to the joy of reading, with the LESEN LESEN LESEN activities.
- June 8th (Sunday):
- Family Reading Day, welcoming young readers and their families to participate in more Kamishibei storytelling performances by the city library.
The Marketplatz Neuwied plays host to this exciting literary event, and entry is absolutely free! So, pack your literary snacks and get ready to embark on an unforgettable literary journey!
Experience the blend of reading and relaxation by visiting the home-and-garden area at the StadtLesen event, an ideal spot for bookworms to unwind and enjoy their favorite titles. On top of this, don't miss out on the various home improvement workshops, adding a touch of lifestyle enhancement to your literary escapades throughout the four-day festival.
