Book Club

The climate emergency will not be solved by reading books. But by coming together to read, to educate ourselves, to share what we learn with friends and family, and to take action in our corner of the world we can be a small part of the wave of change humanity desperately needs. Sound like something you want to be a part of? We’d love to have you. Join the Climate Action Book Club this month to read the 'The Nutmeg's Curse: Parables for a Planet in Crisis' by Amitav Ghosh, the Bengali Indian novelist and writer who has several books on climate change. This event is free, but please get your copy from the wonderful English bookstore that hosts our book club meetings, Backstory. You can also [buy a copy from them online](https://backstorybookshop.shop/product/the-nutmegs-curse/). To cover Meetup fees, we also request a €1 donation per attendee. You are welcome (even encouraged) to join us even if you haven't read the book but want to hear and join the discussion about it. Feel free to bring a friend, too. Hope to see you!

This month's pick: The Millicent Quibb School of Etiquette for Young Ladies of Mad Science by Kate McKinnon Backstory’s **Story Squad!** is our book club for young readers — a space to discover incredible stories, share ideas, and nurture a lifelong love of reading. Led by a mom-and-daughter duo, each session is about celebrating books together in a fun and welcoming way. **Instructions** 1. Swing by the shop to pick up a copy of your book 2. Read it 3. Come discuss it Easy peasy! Happy reading!

La Asociación Barcelona Escribe presenta ***Tras el Mosaico del Beso***, un volumen recopilatorio de los mejores textos escritos en nuestros talleres en el curso 2025/2026. ***Tras el mosaico del Beso***, es una obra muy especial donde **18 autores han puesto su corazón en cada página**. Promete sorprenderte, emocionarte y, quizá, hacer que te quedes un ratito más disfrutando de la magia de Sant Jordi. ¡Te esperamos con libros, sueños, y algo para brindar!

**3-hour studio session – Materials included – €25** **Languages: English**↓ **\| Español** ↓↓ **\| Русский** ↓↓↓ This is a guided painting session designed for both beginners and experienced painters who want consistent, structured practice in a calm atelier environment. You are free to work on your own project, or you can choose from structured exercises designed to strengthen technique and artistic understanding. **How the class works** * 3-hour studio session * Individual guidance throughout * Academic foundation in drawing and painting * Free choice of topic, technique and style You may: * Paint from life (still life setups available) * Work from reference * Study master paintings * Practice human figure from printed reference * Develop a personal project The format is flexible, the guidance is precise. **What makes this class different** The session takes place in a cosy sunlit atelier and is very relaxed and slow. Students create at their own rhythm, but with clear direction and constructive feedback on composition, colour and technique. **Materials** All basic painting materials are included in the price. **Price** €25 per session **Group Size** Maximum 5 people **Español:** **Sesión de estudio de 3 horas – Materiales incluidos – 25 €** Esta es una sesión de pintura guiada diseñada tanto para principiantes como para pintores con experiencia que buscan una práctica constante y estructurada en un ambiente de taller tranquilo. Puedes trabajar en tu propio proyecto o elegir entre ejercicios estructurados diseñados para fortalecer la técnica y la comprensión artística. **Como funciona la clase** **Sesión de estudio de 3 horas** Orientación individual durante toda la sesión Base académica en dibujo y pintura Elección libre de tema, técnica y estilo Puedes: * Pintar del natural (bodegones disponibles) * Trabajar a partir de referencias * Estudiar pinturas de maestros * Practicar figura humana a partir de referencias impresas * Desarrollar un proyecto personal El formato es flexible, pero la orientación es precisa. **Que hace diferente a esta clase** La sesión se realiza en un **atelier acogedor y luminoso**, con una atmósfera tranquila y pausada. Los estudiantes trabajan a su propio ritmo, pero con **dirección clara y retroalimentación constructiva** sobre composición, color y técnica. **Materiales** Todos los **materiales básicos de pintura están incluidos** en el precio. **Precio** **25 € por sesión** **Tamaño del grupo** **Máximo 5 personas** **Русский** **3-часовое занятие – Материалы включены – 25 €** Приглашаю Вас на занятие по живописи с преподавателем, предназначенное как для начинающих, так и для художников с опытом, которые хотят регулярно практиковаться в спокойной атмосфере ателье. Вы можете работать над собственным проектом или выбрать структурированные упражнения, направленные на развитие техники и художественного понимания. **Как проходит занятие** **3-часовая студийная сессия** Индивидуальные рекомендации на протяжении всей сессии Академическая база рисунка и живописи Свободный выбор темы, техники и стиля Вы можете: * Писать с натуры (доступны постановки натюрморта) * Работать по референсам * Изучать картины мастеров * Практиковать человеческую фигуру по печатным референсам * Развивать собственный художественный проект Формат гибкий, но руководство точное. **Что отличает этот класс** Занятие проходит в **уютном, залитом солнечным светом ателье** в спокойной и размеренной атмосфере. Студенты работают в своём ритме, получая **чёткие рекомендации и конструктивную обратную связь** по композиции, цвету и технике. **Материалы** Все **основные материалы для живописи включены** в стоимость. **Цена** **25 € за сессию** **Размер группы** **Максимум 5 человек**

As the good season hit at the doors **The Book Club**, come back to the park 🔥 At **The Book Club BCN** you can meet smart, loving, and ambitious individuals that care about their personal growth and future. Despite the name we focus mainly in Personal Development classics, psychology, spirituality, communication, business strategies, marketing, bio-hacking and whatever topic you want to highlight with the community will be heard and discussed! 🚀 **We care on your real, sustainable Growth!** ❤️We are dedicated to creating a safe space to hold deep, respectful, and loving **conversations & connections**.❤️ * Bring a book that impacted your life and beliefs. * Even if you don't have a book with you, you are still welcome to come and join us to learn and share your ideas. * Everyone with Positive Intentions is welcome! * Discussions are usually in English **Planning - (No more entries allowed after 17:15)** PLEASE RVPS on meetup and update your attendance if something changes * 17:00 - Gathering and Getting to know each other * 17:15 - Starting the book/deep conversations * 18:40 to 18:55 - End of Conversations + Debrief * 18:55 - Hugs and/or Good-byes We usually sit on the ground in the park, so we recommend you to bring a blanket, pillow or something comfortable to sit on and now that it is a bit colder also something to keep you warm. Also, feel free to bring a mini snacks for yourself (or if you want to share, like nuts or fruit) 🍎 🍐 🍊 **📍Location:** Please check the Meetup location (pin) on Google Maps: [https://maps.app.goo.gl/TBeULcZnBjEcpNNV9](https://maps.app.goo.gl/TBeULcZnBjEcpNNV9) The exact location, as always, will be sent in our whatsapp group on the same day, usually between 15 and 5 minutes before the event starts. The park is not big, we will always be in part of the park closer to the metro station Arc de Triumph, check the Google Maps link for a very good estimate of the exact location: [https://maps.app.goo.gl/TBeULcZnBjEcpNNV9](https://maps.app.goo.gl/TBeULcZnBjEcpNNV9) How to recognize us: you will see a white and green blanket with at least one book on it and at least another blanket. In the very unlikely case something changes or if you can´t find us, **Join our WhatsApp group to connect with us!** [Join Our WhatsApp Group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/HLtdFaaBCiK9bpmNvhQijm) **( We don't spam. Promised.).** **Make sure to also follow us on Instagram for Past events photos:** [Follow us on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/thebookclubbcn/) @thebookclubbcn *\*By attending to our Events you automatically consent to have your pictures taken and shared for promotional purposes.* *\*The Book Club is a safe & positive space for everyone to share and grow together, we do not allow the consumption of alcohol or smoking during the event.*

[APP](https://bit.ly/3LRPxUN) · [WhatsApp Group](https://tinyurl.com/4e57pjzv) · [Website](https://barcelonainternationalsocial.com) · [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/barcelonainternationalsocial) **☀️ SOCIAL-NETWORKING BRUNCH** The international Saturday starts at OGHAM. Drinks, great food, live music — and people from 40+ nationalities to meet. **📍 Where & When** **OGHAM Universitat** **Saturday April 18 · 13:00** **✅ What to expect** - 🍹 **Happy Hour** 13:00 – 14:30 - 🎶 **Live music** later in the afternoon - 🆓 **Free entry** — you only pay for what you consume - 🌍 A relaxed international crowd — no rigid agendas, just real connections Whether you're new in Barcelona or already part of the city, this is where the Saturday begins. *Heads up: next Saturday (Apr 25) we're running the Paddle Surf Experience at Barceloneta — [details & reservation here](https://barcelonainternationalsocial.com/events/3554) if you want to join.* [APP](https://bit.ly/3LRPxUN) · [Grupo WhatsApp](https://tinyurl.com/4e57pjzv) · [Web](https://barcelonainternationalsocial.com) · [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/barcelonainternationalsocial) **☀️ BRUNCH SOCIAL-NETWORKING** El sábado internacional empieza en OGHAM. Bebidas, buena comida, música en vivo — y gente de más de 40 nacionalidades para conocer. **📍 Dónde y Cuándo** **OGHAM Universitat** **Sábado 18 de abril · 13:00h** **✅ Qué esperar** - 🍹 **Happy Hour** 13:00 – 14:30 - 🎶 **Música en vivo** por la tarde - 🆓 **Entrada libre** — solo pagas lo que consumes - 🌍 Ambiente internacional relajado — sin agendas rígidas, solo conexiones reales Estés recién llegado a Barcelona o ya seas parte de la ciudad, aquí es donde empieza el sábado. *Avisamos: el próximo sábado (25 abr) organizamos el Paddle Surf Experience en la Barceloneta — [info y reserva aquí](https://barcelonainternationalsocial.com/events/3554) si te quieres apuntar.*

[Follow us on Instagram! ](https://www.instagram.com/bcnchatnchapters?igsh=aXkycTJsdTNzaHN3) 📷 [Join our WhatsApp group!](https://chat.whatsapp.com/HGcQUlOiwM69tuPm6hBwNt) 📞 Are you guilty of collecting books without finishing them? Struggling to carve out time to delve into that novel you started ages ago? Distractions abound or work piling up? Well, here's a beautiful opportunity: Dive into a unique experience with our Reading Party concept, as featured in the **NY Times**. Picture this: an hour of silent reading followed by lively discussions about the books we've brought along. It's not your typical book club—it's a chance to dust off those neglected novels and party with fellow bookworms! Join Barcelona Reading Party every **two Sundays** at **CRAI UPF** in **CIUTADELLA**. Sunday's is perfect for those who would like to relax before the new work week! Leave your phone on silent and immerse yourself in the joy of reading. Here's the plan: 📕 ***5:00 PM - Arrival*** Arrive early, chat with fellow book lovers, and perhaps snag the best reading spot. 👓 ***5:10 PM - 6:10 PM - Reading Time*** Quietly dive into your book of choice. Feel free to join in whenever you arrive. 📚 ***6:10 PM - 7:10 PM - Book Chats*** Engage in lively conversations about your current reads with other attendees. It's like speed dating, but for bookworms! **Don't forget to bring your book!** *It's a chance to connect with fellow book lovers, swap literary treasures, and engage in thought-provoking discussions in a cozy setting. All are welcome, whether you're a seasoned reader or just starting your literary journey. Get ready for an evening filled with books, tea, and stimulating conversations.*

¡Barcelona Comedy Club te trae las mejores risas de domingo! ¡Y por solo 10€! Una tarde para disfrutar con los mejores monologuistas. Un total de 5 cómicos de estilos muy diferentes, para que puedas reírte de todo... ¡porque en la variedad está la diversión! Estaremos en el bar con más historia de la "Plaça de Sant Jaume": "CRAFT BARCELONA" (en el centro de Barcelona). En Barcelona Comedy Club safisfacemos tu necesidad de reír, apúntate y tendrás la entrada al show por solo 10€ con cerveza/refresco incluido... ¡sale casi gratis! ;) Este domingo, y como siempre, ¡vamos a tener agujetas en los abdominales de tanto reír! 😉 También os digo, no es el mejor evento para conocer a gente, generalmente vais a ver el show, os estáis unas risas y para casa, hehe. 📲 ¿Consultas? Te atendemos por Whatsapp o Telegram: (+34) 630386547. * Entrada sin reserva, 15€.

**IMPORTANT: You must register on Luma to confirm attendance.** This Meetup event is only for visibility. Please secure your spot here: [https://luma.com/generatormarch](https://luma.com/generatormarch "https://luma.com/generatormarch")​ ​[Become a club member](https://luma.com/theofflineclub-barcelona?k=c "https://luma.com/theofflineclub-barcelona?k=c") to have access to member-only events, discounts and free, unlimited offline hangouts. ## ✨ Unplug for a day at The Offline Club House ​**Step in, lock your phone away, and let the world wait.** ​Imagine a day with no distractions—just the sound of the breeze through olive trees and birds chirping in the garden. Join our monthly community gathering at the Club House: a hidden 20th-century villa near Park Güell with over 2,000m² of wild gardens. ​This is your **"Third Place."** A sanctuary to take off your shoes, feel the grass between your toes, and remember what it’s like to live in the present. Whether you want to hide in a book, sweat in the Nordic sauna, or share a slow brunch with new friends—this day is for you. ​**Come as you are. Nap in the sun. Stay as long as you like.** *** ## 🕒 The Gentle Flow * ​**Morning (11:00 – 13:00):** Connect with yourself (me-time) * ​Silent reading party * ​Nordic sauna * ​**Communal Brunch (13:00 – 15:00):** * ​Sharing is caring * ​MAGNIFICO Specialty Coffee Tasting by Saul * ​**Afternoon (15:00 – 17:00):** Connect with others * ​Poolside loungin * ​Analog board games * ​MYSTERY board game lead by Xavier * ​**Closing (17:30):** We gather by the fireplace to share one small moment of joy from the day. ## ​🎒 Your Sunday Bag * ​**For the body:** A beach towel & swimwear. Flip flops. Sunblock! * ​**For the mind:** An analog hobby (book, journal, knitting, or a board game). * ​**For the table:** A sweet or savory dish to share. ## ​🏡 House Rules * ​**Phones Off:** We’ll look after your device at the door so you can look after your mind. * ​**Shoes Off:** To keep the villa feeling like a cozy home. ## ​📍 The Journey ​A 10-minute walk from **Metro Vallcarca**. The uphill stroll / stairs are the perfect transition from the city's noise to the villa's silence—the panoramic views at the top are your first reward. ​Parking available for 2 cars and 5 motorbikes. Please let us know in advance to book a spot. **Sidenote:** ​The Offline Club is a global movement with local communities across 22 cities. ​We gather weekly in offline hangouts where we mindfully disconnect from the digital world to reconnect to ourselves and others in the present moment. ​Think reading parties, gamenights, fireside chats and offline retreats. ​[Become a club member](https://luma.com/theofflineclub-barcelona?k=c "https://luma.com/theofflineclub-barcelona?k=c") to get free access to unlimited offline hangouts, and member fees for special events and retreats. ​Exact location is restricted to club members and registered guests

Follow us: [📸 ](https://www.instagram.com/bcnfriendslang/)**[@bcnfriendslang](https://www.instagram.com/bcnfriendslang/)** Hi everybody! Get enrolled if you want to meet new people in Barcelona. I am from Barcelona and the goal of this new group is to meet interesting people while having a few drinks. This group is open to all nationalities. In order to create a good atmosphere it's very important that in your profile you have a clear picture of you. If you do not have a picture of yourself, you will be kindly moved to waiting list. Even if you see waiting list try to get enrolled as I Will be accepting to keep a balance men/women. It helps to create a better ambience. **You can pay using the following link:** **https://www.eventbrite.es/e/express-lets-make-new-friends-in-barcelona-at-gabys-club-tickets-1987726541594?aff=oddtdtcreator** **It is mandatory to order at least one drink per person.** A beer costs between 3 and 5 euros. If you get enrolled and in the end you can not make It, please update your request. **Otherwise you will be kindly removed from the group.** For people older than 18! By getting enrolled to the event you accept to appear in pictures than could be published. If you don't feel like it, contact me.

(castellano abajo) Join Barcelona Language Exchange and Delicious English for a delightful afternoon of **wine, cheese, and engaging conversation**! This unique event is designed to help you **practice your English and Spanish skills** in a relaxed, social setting while savoring delicious pairings. **What to Expect:** * **Guided Wine & Cheese Tasting:** Explore a curated selection of wines and cheeses, learning about their origins and unique characteristics. * **Fun Speaking Activities:** Engage in interactive exercises and conversations designed to boost your vocabulary and fluency. * **Connect with Fellow Language Lovers:** Meet new people, share experiences, and make friends in a vibrant atmosphere. * **An Unforgettable Sensory & Cultural Experience:** Expand your palate and your English in one fantastic afternoon! **IT INCLUDES** \- 3 different cheese \- 3 different wine **PRICE** **€35** (for 1 person) / 29 € (for 2 persons, each) \*Keep in mind that spots are limited\* **Event Details:** * **Time:** 5:00 PM (please, arrive 10-15 minutes earlier, so we can start puctually) * **Location:** Espai Dodecaedre - Calle Dos de Maig 202 (ring the bell **bxs 3**, and come in, we are on the ground floor) **PAY** 1. In cash during the previous language exchanges (Wednesday, Thursday or Friday), to Aina, the organizer. 2. Through a wire transfer, through Revolut, Bizum or Wise, send an email to [info@speakquick.es](http://info@speakquick.es) for bank account details. \*It must be done at the latest on the previous Thursday. For later payments send an email to [info@speakquick.es,](http://info@speakquick.es,) to check if there are available spots. NO SHOWS and LAST MINUTE CANCELLATIONS: Refunds will not be given regardless of reason. \-\-\- ¡Únete a Barcelona Language Exchange y Delicious English para una tarde encantadora de **vino, queso y conversación amena**! Este evento único está diseñado para ayudarte a **practicar tus habilidades de inglés y español** en un ambiente relajado y social, mientras saboreas deliciosos maridajes. **Qué esperar:** * **Cata guiada de vinos y quesos:** Explora una cuidada selección de vinos y quesos, aprendiendo sobre sus orígenes y características únicas. * **Divertidas actividades de conversación:** Participa en ejercicios interactivos y conversaciones diseñadas para mejorar tu vocabulario y fluidez. * **Conecta con otros amantes de los idiomas:** Conoce gente nueva, comparte experiencias y haz amigos en un ambiente vibrante. * **Una experiencia sensorial y cultural inolvidable:** ¡Desarrolla tu paladar y tu inglés en una tarde fantástica! **INCLUYE** \- 3 quesos diferentes \- 3 vinos diferentes **PRICE** **35 €** (para 1 persona) / 29 € (para 2 personas, cada uno) \*Ten en cuenta que las plazas son limitadas\* **Detalles del evento:** * **Hora:** 17h (por favor, llega 10-15 minutos antes para que podamos empezar puntualmente) * **Ubicación:** Espai Dodecaedre - Calle Dos de Maig 202 (llama al timbre **bxs 3** y pasa, estamos en la planta baja) **PAGO** 1. En efectivo durante los intercambios de idiomas previos (miércoles, jueves o viernes), a Aina, la organizadora. 2. Mediante transferencia bancaria, Revolut, Bizum o Wise, mandar un correo a [info@speakquick.es](http://info@speakquick.es) para los datos bancarios. \*Debe efectuarse como máximo el jueves previo. Para pagos posteriores mandar un correo a [info@speakquick.es,](http://info@speakquick.es,) para consultar si hay plazas disponibles. NO PRESENTARSE y CANCELACIONES de último minuto: no se harán reembolsos sin importar la razón.

Join us for a discussion of ***Cobalt Red: How the Blood of the Congo Powers Our Lives* by Siddharth Kara** Here's the summary: An unflinching investigation reveals the human rights abuses behind the Congo’s cobalt mining operation―and the moral implications that affect us all. Cobalt Red is the searing, first-ever exposé of the immense toll taken on the people and environment of the Democratic Republic of the Congo by cobalt mining, as told through the testimonies of the Congolese people themselves. Activist and researcher Siddharth Kara has traveled deep into cobalt territory to document the testimonies of the people living, working, and dying for cobalt. To uncover the truth about brutal mining practices, Kara investigated militia-controlled mining areas, traced the supply chain of child-mined cobalt from toxic pit to consumer-facing tech giants, and gathered shocking testimonies of people who endure immense suffering and even die mining cobalt. Cobalt is an essential component to every lithium-ion rechargeable battery made today, the batteries that power our smartphones, tablets, laptops, and electric vehicles. Roughly 75 percent of the world’s supply of cobalt is mined in the Congo, often by peasants and children in sub-human conditions. Billions of people in the world cannot conduct their daily lives without participating in a human rights and environmental catastrophe in the Congo. In this stark and crucial book, Kara argues that we must all care about what is happening in the Congo―because we are all implicated. **Let’s meet at Caboose Commons in Fairfax to enjoy some good discussion and meet new friends.**

We invite you to an engaging evening of wine, cheese and lively conversation around Cory Doctorow's ***Enshittification: Why Everything Suddenly Got Worse and What To Do About It,*** a book which explains the process of the “enshittification” of digital platforms over time and what to do about it. **From Goodreads:** Cory Doctorow's *Enshittification* takes a witty yet incisive look at the tech landscape, where platforms like TikTok, Facebook, and Google start off great—before they inevitably turn terrible. In this contemporary moment of digital decline, Doctorow explores how tech giants lure users in with convenience and then degrade their services over time, squeezing profit at the cost of user experience. With a mix of sharp humor and deep insight, he unveils the slow creep of "enshittification," turning the online world into a worse place, one algorithm at a time. As always, please feel free to join even if you have not finished the book - no stress :-) All attendees are asked to please bring one of the following: 1. A bottle of wine 2. Cheese and Crackers 3. An alternate beverage or nosh of your choice Host will provide glasses, wine opener, plates & napkins. To enhance the opportunity for great conversation, we would like to keep the group small. Please feel free to sign-up to meet us along with up to 2 friends. 📚 Exciting Updates for 2026 Book Club! 📚 Starting in January 2026, we’ll be implementing a new system for book recommendations that will make our reading selections even more collaborative and engaging! **Book Recommendations:** From January through October, members can submit book recommendations at each meeting, via email, text or Meetup DM. All suggestions will be added to a shared Google Sheet, which will include links to Goodreads and other pertinent information for each book. [LINK to 2027 BOOK LIST](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/18AC_FH9bGGxyH6v7Rw36EvPtKtVl5e_N/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=102804280893316002961&rtpof=true&sd=true) **Voting for 2027 Reads:** Our voting for next year’s book selections will take place during the November 2026 meeting. Members in attendance will have the opportunity to cast 12 votes for their favorite picks. If you’re unable to attend the November meeting, you can still participate! Simply submit 6 votes via email, text, or DM through Meetup before the start of the November meeting. **Announcement of Selections:** The chosen books for 2027 will be revealed at the end of the November meeting. We’re excited about this new process and can’t wait to see the amazing book recommendations you all have! 📖✨ PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU ARE COMMITTED TO ATTEND WHEN YOU RSVP FOR THIS EVENT. We ask that ALL folks honor their RSVP. If you are unable to attend after sending in a YES, please update your status so that others may join us. In the event you do not communicate and are a no-show, your ability to RSVP for future events will be restricted. Thank you in advance for your understanding. If you are unable to join us in April, we hope you'll remain interested and join us for an evening in the future. Looking forward to wine & cheese with you soon - happy reading!