Reading with Vincent Kliesch: Auris
Reading with Vincent Kliesch: The bestselling author presents his thriller "Auris" - a gripping story based on an idea by Sebastian Fitzek. Suspense, thrills and surprising twists promise an intense evening for thriller fans.
Stadthalle Limbach-Oberfrohna09212 Limbach-Oberfrohna
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03.11.26 19:00 - 20:30 clock
Reading and Discussion with Author Ulrike Herrmann
Can the economy trigger wars or secure peace? Bestselling author Ulrike Herrmann sheds light on the economic causes of international conflicts. A thought-provoking reading followed by a discussion on Russia, China, and the power of money.
Carla Hinrichs – My Wounded Generation
Climate activist and author Carla Hinrichs will read from her book *My Wounded Generation* and discuss climate protests, political responsibility, and trust in the government. André Schenkel will moderate. A book sale and signing will follow.
Thoughts on Color – Thoughts in Color: A Weekend of Reading at the Schönherrfabrik
Art Meets Literature! Carsten Lindner and Martina Schubert invite you to a special weekend of readings featuring short reflections and short stories. You can also explore their artwork and writings in the exhibition.
Wintergarten der Schönherrfabrik09113 Chemnitz
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14.11.26 17:00 - 19:00 clock
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Einlass 18:30 Uhr
Reading: Sophia Fritz, “The Man, the Victim”
Following her bestseller *Toxic Femininity*, Sophia Fritz offers a forceful critique of masculinity. Is the man a victim? No—and yes. *The Man, the Victim* is an urgently needed examination of patriarchal masculinity.
Lutz van der Horst
Lutz van der Horst reads from his debut novel "Konfetti-Blues": a humorous story about failure. Comedy author Max struggles with life, love and career - an evening full of humor and thought-provoking moments.
Gabi Thieme: The Cardiologist—A Crime Report
A murder case that caused a nationwide sensation: In her true-crime reading, author Gabi Thieme sheds light on the death of Chemnitz-based cardiologist Dr. Klaus Kleinertz. Fascinating insights into the investigation, the trial, and the background of the crime.
STEFAN SCHWARZ - TO THE CORE
An evening full of humor, honesty and depth of life: In "Bis ins Mark", Schwarz tells of his cancer diagnosis - touching, self-ironic and with a lot of heart. Not a story of suffering, but a courageous, cheerful search for clarity, meaning and closeness.
Brauclub09111 Chemnitz
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04.12.2620:00 clock
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Reading with Gabi Thieme: *The Cardiologist—A Crime Report*
A renowned cardiologist is brutally murdered, and his wife is convicted. But was she really the culprit? In *The Cardiologist: A Crime Report*, Gabi Thieme sheds light on a true criminal case full of secrets and unanswered questions.
Stadthalle Limbach-Oberfrohna09212 Limbach-Oberfrohna
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13.02.27 18:30 - 20:15 clock
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On quiet soles... Stories to listen to
Reading mentors read the latest children's books, classics, bestsellers from their own childhood or even texts they have written themselves.
Stadtbibliothek im Tietz09111 Chemnitz
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03.11.2616:30 clock
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Reading: Final Check
In her text collages, Lysann Németh tells the stories of the women who worked at the Adorf umbrella factory. Memories shared by former workers offer insights into umbrella production, special shifts, the collective, daily work life, and the factory’s eventual closure.
Rathaus Burgstädt09217 Burgstädt
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05.11.2618:00 clock
Moderation: Julia Korbig
Live Freely! The Women of the Bohemian Scene—A Literary Evening
Courageous, free, and nonconformist: Three female artists from the bohemian scene around 1900 fought for self-determination and independence. In a commentary-filled reading, Laura Mokrohs and Sylvia Schütz offer insights into the lives and works of Reventlow, Beutler, and Hennings.
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Arthur e.V.09112 Chemnitz
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06.11.2619:30 clock
Gestaffelter Eintritt: 5 - 8 €
Polishing Phrases and Stones – 20 Years of Eichenspinner Verlag
Literature Meets the Sander! To celebrate the 20th anniversary of Eichenspinner Verlag, driftwood will be sanded at the Museum of Natural History. The event will also feature readings, fascinating publishing anecdotes, interesting facts about Eichenspinner, and a glass of wine.
Museum für Naturkunde09111 Chemnitz
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06.11.2618:00 clock
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Reading Aloud Makes Heroes!
Exciting stories, imaginative characters, and listening together make storytime a special experience for preschoolers. It playfully awakens a love of books and stimulates the imagination.
Stadtbibliothek Limbach Gert Hofmann09212 Limbach-Oberfrohna
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07.11.2610:00 clock
Reading
Remembering, listening, pausing: Eyewitness accounts and historical records are paired with rare original recordings from Jewish record labels in Berlin. A powerful evening exploring the November pogroms of 1938 and the fates of those affected.
Book Series with Burkhard Müller and Eske Bockelmann: ILIAS I
Burkhard Müller and Eske Bockelmann invite you to a new reading series at Haus Arthur. The focus is on Homer’s *Iliad* and *Odyssey*—two great epics that tell of a lost world and draw surprising connections to our present day.
Arthur e.V.09112 Chemnitz
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10.11.2620:00 clock
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A Commentary on the Wolf Biermann Case
Fifty years after Wolf Biermann was stripped of his East German citizenship, a commentary-accompanied reading commemorates the courageous protest by prominent writers such as Stefan Heym and Christa Wolf. A moving look back at moral courage, repression, and artistic freedom.
Stefan-Heym-Forum09111 Chemnitz
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10.11.2619:00 clock
Eintritt: 3 €, ermäßigt 1,50 €
The Odyssey of the St. Louis
In 1939, 937 Jewish people fled the Nazis—but no country was willing to take them in. A powerful graphic novel tells the story of their desperate search for refuge and the courageous efforts of Captain Gustav Schröder.
Stadtbibliothek im Tietz09111 Chemnitz
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11.11.2618:00 clock
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Library Literature Forum - The Book Salon at the Matinee
A literary treat on Sunday morning! Three critics discuss current books from Saxony and offer fascinating insights into contemporary literature. Afterward, Heike Geißler will read from her new novel, “Michaela Kohlhaas.”
Kulturzentrum DasTietz09111 Chemnitz
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15.11.2611:00 clock
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