What: A 6-8 page short story or excerpt from a book is read out loud followed by an open discussion in English. Structured but relaxed.
When: Every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month from 7:30 to 9 p.m.
No need to sign up.
Library Events
Something for everyone!
All events take place at the American Library.
General information about the events is found below.
For details and dates, please pick up a flyer at the library or look at the calendar below.
To sign up for events or if you have further questions, please call the library at (0721) 7 27 52.
Not all events require sign-up.
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Library Calendar of Events
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May Day - Library CLOSED
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7:30pm LitNight
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4pm Figurentheater Luk (auf Deutsch)
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4:30pm Stories for Kids Ages 6 & Up: Swashby by the Sea
4:30pm TeenTime: Tote Bags
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7:30pm New(s) Views
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4pm Storytime in English! For Kids 3 to 5
6:30pm MovieTalk
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7:30pm Singalong Concert with Baton Rouge
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7:30pm LitNight
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4:30pm Stories for Kids Ages 6 & Up
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7:30pm Poetry?Please!
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4pm Storytime in English for Kids 3 to 5
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Ascension Day - Library Closed
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Photos and info about recent activities can be found here.
Upcoming Events
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Library Events for Adults
LitNight
New(s) Views
What: Articles from current English-language news media are read followed by an open discussion in English. Structured but relaxed.
When: Every 2nd Tuesday of the month from 7:30 to 9 p.m.
No need to sign up.
Movie Talk
What: Watch a movie together in English with English subtitles followed by a discussion in English.
When: Every second Wednesday of the month starting at 6:30 pm.
No need to sign up.
Poetry?Please!
What: Six to eight poems are read out loud and discussed in English.
When: Every fourth Tuesday of the month from 7:30 to 9 pm.
No need to sign up.
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Library Events for Kids
Storytime in English for Kids 3 to 5
What: Stories are read out loud, sometimes followed by a small craft or activity or game.
When: Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday starting at 4 pm.
Please sign up by calling the library (0721) 7 27 52.
Stories for Kids Ages 6 & Up
What: A story is read out loud followed by a craft or fun activity having something to do with the story.
When: Twice a month on Friday afternoons starting at 4:30 p.m.
Please sign up by emailing
American Library Spelling Bee
An annual event for kids up to 16 years of age where the spelling of English words is tested in the form of a contest. More information on the special Spelling Bee page. Suspended until further notice.
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Library Events for Teens
TeenTime
What: An event for those in the fifth grade and up. Past TeenTimes have included crafts for teens, Dungeons and Dragons and just chilling with your friends.
When: Once or twice a month on a Friday starting at 4:30 p.m. on the same days as Stories for Kids Ages 6 & Up.
Please sign up by emailing
American Library Spelling Bee
An annual event for kids up to 16 years of age where the spelling of English words is tested in the form of a contest. More information on the special Spelling Bee page. Suspended until further notice.
American Library in Karlsruhe/Events
Library Events for Everyone
Book & Bake Sale
The semiannual Book and Bake Sale is a great opportunity to find new and old books at great prices, have a taste of homemade cakes and other goodies and support the library.
All proceeds go to purchasing new media for the library.
Held in the Spring and Fall on a Saturday during regular opening hours.
If you would like to donate books, please see Friends.
Singalong Concert
Once a year oldies but goodies are performed by Andy Riedinger, Tom Fischer and J.S. Schmidt, aka "Baton Rouge."
Feel free to tap and sing along (don’t worry, text provided) and join us for a glass of Kentucky Bourbon or a non-alcoholic beverage during intermission.
Christmas Carol Singing
This annual event before Christmas is a family-friendly relaxed way to begin the holiday season. Songs are sung together (texts provided), and the tree is decorated, followed by cookies, punch and socializing.
And more...
In addition, we offer special events such as readings, lectures or art exhibits. Keep your eyes and ears open for these special events.
