Book Arts

Hi everyone, Each month we come together to explore new perspectives, challenge our thinking, and dive into the conversations that great books inspire. Our purpose is simple and meaningful: **to learn, to connect, and to nurture the richness of our human experience — one book, one dialogue, one gathering at a time.** After *Brave New World* was recently presented to the Zug Book Club, the unanimous sentiment was clear: **we want to go deeper.** So we’re delighted to invite you to: **✨ The Aldous Huxley Experience** **When:** March 26 at 19:00 **Where:** Falkenstrasse 28a, 8008 Zürich This isn’t a standard museum visit — it’s a rare chance to immerse yourself in the world of Aldous Huxley at the **Zürich Aldous Huxley Centre**, which is dedicated to Huxley and supports the study and teaching of his works, including *Brave New World*. The centre also hosts a major exhibition of his complete works, with a substantial portion permanently exhibited at **Huxley Hall** at **Falkenstrasse 28a**, 8008 Zurich. [\[huxleycentre.ch\]](https://www.huxleycentre.ch/) ✅ **RSVP:** Reply to this message with **“I’m in”** (and feel free to bring a friend who loves big ideas). More about the centre here: [Aldous Huxley Centre Zurich](https://www.huxleycentre.ch/) Warmly, Nela

I have taken a few years off to finish my doctorate and now I am back to share my research with you. You are all warmly invited to attend this one-week only exhibition, accompanied by guided tours. Vernissage: Thursday, March 26, 7pm -10pm. Material Art Space, Klingenstrasse 23, Zurich Guided Tours: Sunday, March 29, 3pm. Additional tours may be available by appointment. *The Concentration Camp Exhibition* features artwork that I discovered during the course of my doctoral research, made in a concentration camp in Transnistria during the Holocaust. Some of the works were displayed immediately after the war in an eponymous exhibition long since forgotten by time and the politics of memory. This is the first attempt to recreate that 1945 exhibition and also present other drawings and artefacts made in the camp by the Jewish detainees. Also shown will be the first documentary about the camp, **[Vapniarka: Camp of Death](https://us.list-manage.com/T12X4Q1RiAq?e=9eac3a4542&c2id=5ed7cfcec7e7f06f68cc628cb450f1dd)**

Whether you're just getting started or want to try something new, this class is about visual exploration without any level pressure. Together, we’ll swap the fear of getting it wrong for the fun of discovering what’s possible. In the drawing days, we’ll cover the basics like shapes, shading, and perspective, and try out approaches like still life, improvisation, and life drawing. 12 Drawing/Printmaking Sessions This is an art class that brings together the freedom of drawing and the playfulness of printmaking! All in a cozy, welcoming space of Zimmerli atelier and Mathias Gentinetta’s Workshop! In the printmaking days, we’ll experiment with: * TETRA PAK PRINTING turning recycled cartons into art * MONOTYPE spontaneous, expressive mark-making * COLLAGRAPHS using natural and found textures to create prints * LINOPRINT / WOODCUT traditional technique of printmaking with open possibilities of experimentation. * COLLECTIVE PRINTMAKING Big scale print from everyones prints. * ENGRAVING / ETCHING Printmaking lessons will be with Mathias Gentinetta and Artemis Tsakiri. The Workshops will be a cycle of 12 Sessions and it costs 660.- But if you don’t know yet, you can just come and try out :) * 12/3 – Printmaking * 19/3 – Drawing * 26/3 – Printmaking * 9/4 – Drawing * 16/4 - Printmaking * 7/5 - Drawing * 14/5 - Printmaking * 21/5 - Drawing * 28/5 - Printmaking * 4/6 - Drawing * 11/6 - Printmaking * 18/6 - Drawing

Join us for an exciting Fullcontact Karate workshop in Zurich, where you will have the opportunity to enhance your skills and knowledge in traditional Japanese martial arts. This workshop is suitable for practitioners of all levels, from beginners to advanced, and will focus on techniques, tactics, and mindset essential for Fullcontact Karate. Our experienced instructors will guide you through engaging drills and exercises designed to improve your speed, agility, and striking power. Whether you are looking to refine your technique or simply want to experience the art of Fullcontact Karate, this workshop is the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in a dynamic and challenging learning environment. Don't miss this chance to train with like-minded individuals and further your martial arts journey!

An jedem letzten Donnerstag-Abend des Monats findet im Fablab Zürich ein Mini-Workshop statt. Erfahrene Labmanager teilen ihr Wissen zu Themen wie Lasern, Fräsen, 3D-Drucken, 3D-Scannen, Plotten uvm. Auch Nicht-Mitglieder sind eingeladen um die tollen Möglichkeiten des Fablab kennenzulernen, der Eintritt ist frei. **Das Fokus-Thema heute:** Acrylglas lasern, Formen und Gravuren die auffallen. **Was läuft sonst noch im Fablab ?** [Fablab Zürich Workshops](https://zurich.fablab.ch/events/categories/workshops/)

Once a month, on the last thursday of the month we gather at the Kabooom Comic Shop to enjoy an evening full of new, old and classic board-, card- and dicegames. Join us for some great games and nice and friendly people. Most of the people speak english and german. Feel free to join us anytime. The entry fee is CHF 5.-, but you get a drink of your own choosing. If you plan to come, please do so before 20:00 O'clock, after that it's hard to find a space within a group. For all news on future events and products you can find us on discort via this link https://discord.gg/XeEKXnk

Every last Sunday of the month ( Women only event) A chance to meet - swap books, grab a coffee and have a chit chat How it will work • Bring a book or two you have read and happy to swap (please do not expect it to be returned we are swapping ) • Grab a coffee have a chat and browse through the books on offer • Rule - please take the same amount of books you donate ( this enables all who donate get a book and also means the host is not carrying home left over books 😅) * If you dont have a book - please still feel free to join for coffee and chit chat join the WhatsApp chat here https://chat.whatsapp.com/IQ44Sqnm2iIDanJAEzqAzb

Seascape with a Sailboat⚓️ We’ll be painting a seascape with a sailing boat in a single 6-hour session, using my signature technique. I’ll guide the process step by step, so everyone can follow along comfortably — no previous experience is needed. In this workshop, you’ll learn how to: ○ work with color and light ○ understand composition ○ paint realistically while keeping your strokes fresh and expressive All materials are included, so you can just come and paint. 🕒 Duration: 6 hours, 12:10-18:10 📍 Atelier Rikon, Neschwilerstrasse 19, 8486 Rikon (Zell), Canton Zurich — about 30 minutes by car from Zurich HB 📅 March 29th, 2026, Sunday 💰 CHF 150 🌊 Language: English, German Midway, we’ll enjoy an apéro with refreshments and drinks to relax and recharge creatively. Limited spots available! Reserve yours now🤗 Register here: [https://atelier-rikon.ch/oelmalerei-workshop/](https://atelier-rikon.ch/oelmalerei-workshop/)

**[⚠️ >>Ticket needed (click here)<<](https://eventfrog.ch/en/p/eating-drinking/digital-detox-cafe-7438263298422746964.html) or** **[www.social-circle.ch](http://www.social-circle.ch/)** **Unplug & Create: Digital Detox Café at Paint it Easy** Take a break from screens and reconnect with yourself and others at our Digital Detox event in Zürich’s most inviting creative space, Paint it Easy. We’ll kick off the evening with a relaxed atmosphere, setting the tone for a mindful and inspiring night. Join our craft group: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/JPIASNUJGwD23UUweSe0s3](https://chat.whatsapp.com/JPIASNUJGwD23UUweSe0s3) **Deep Talk with Question Cards:** Dive into meaningful conversations and connect with fellow participants on a deeper level. **Boardgames:** Just for fun or to meet new people. **Creative Activities:** * **Drawing** (included) * **Canvas Painting** (CHF 10/hour + canvas, e.g., 30x40 cm: CHF 9) * **Pottery Painting** (CHF 20–45 per piece) * **Jewellery Making with Beads** (CHF 10/hour + materials, avg. CHF 20–30) * **Linocut Printmaking** (CHF 25–35 per piece) **Location:** Paint it Easy, Zürich **Early Bird Ticket:** CHF 15 (standard CHF 18) **Includes :** Welcome drink\*, drawing material, notebook, games, workshop **Doesn't include** : optional creative activity fees (depending on your choice) \*Warm drink, homemade iced tea, or lemonade Want more events like this? Join our community! [https://chat.whatsapp.com/DaGFCvKs6iu62pftk5cotM?mode=gi_t](https://chat.whatsapp.com/DaGFCvKs6iu62pftk5cotM?mode=gi_t) No experience needed—just bring your curiosity and an open mind! Whether you're painting, reflecting, or connecting, this is your space to recharge, express, and enjoy. Please note that pictures might be taken and used, if you don't want to be on them please let the host know. Tickets are not refundable. #digitaldetox

Guided tour by me with explanations of *The Concentration Camp Exhibition*, which features artwork that I discovered during the course of my doctoral research, made in a concentration camp in Transnistria during the Holocaust. Some of the works were displayed immediately after the war in an eponymous exhibition long since forgotten by time and the politics of memory. This is the first attempt to recreate that 1945 exhibition and also present other drawings and artefacts made in the camp by the Jewish detainees. Also shown will be the first documentary about the camp, **[Vapniarka: Camp of Death](https://us.list-manage.com/T12X4Q1RiAq?e=9eac3a4542&c2id=5ed7cfcec7e7f06f68cc628cb450f1dd)**

Dear all, Join us for a dedicated bookclub focusing on Islamic philosophy and Sufism in dialogue with contemporary Muslim, Western, and global thought. Of course, Muslims as well as non-Muslims are equally welcome. This session's reading is *Philosophy in the Islamic World: A Very Short Introduction* by Peter Adamson. In this introductory text, Adamson Adamson explores the history of philosophy among Muslims, Jews, and Christians living in Islamic lands, from its historical background to thinkers in the twentieth century. You can purchase the book physically or digitally through Amazon ([link](https://www.amazon.de/-/en/Peter-Adamson-ebook/dp/B0105JLCHU/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&dib_tag=se&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.SlgI4wLEllNh0fVFNPqgTYWMIILDMIknb0MuZiLirA1Nk-x0D2WCBzdPypjPmkmkveF-X1_9Ta58Etfn5O4yHZ1-Oq_sEusGeyYEwDbln6dFKI1kZ6D_g-pQu-9VHeRuy6aVJT61aNf3Hbyvl5TmFBAMsAz4WqBD2f-Mdr1Cz481FHosHOFF65epnx895Z9gaqCJHLlru7TcByF_kfrbJ48peg29SWQjgImTwoQvlKw.jhjpcSlI7oDGNO9mw-LkG78kjZ_X8Z-SHGZG_aK8xj8&qid=1769786921&sr=8-1)). A PDF version is also available [here](https://fenix.letras.ulisboa.pt/downloadFile/2533382164578437/Philosophy%20in%20the%20Islamic%20World%20A%20Very%20Short%20Introduction%20(Adamson,%20Peter)%20). https://fenix.letras.ulisboa.pt/downloadFile/2533382164578437/Philosophy%20in%20the%20Islamic%20World%20A%20Very%20Short%20Introduction%20(Adamson,%20Peter)%20(Z-Librar.pdf Those who are more comfortable reading in German can read the equivalent book *Islamische Philosophie* by Ulrich Rudolph, which can also be purchased on Ex Libris ([link](https://www.exlibris.ch/de/buecher-buch/deutschsprachige-buecher/ulrich-rudolph/islamische-philosophie/id/9783406726446/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=Shopping+CSS+Catch+All+(sh-CH-de-fr)&utm_content=Catch+All+DE+%26+FR&utm_term=&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=1601637810&gbraid=0AAAAAD5hN-WMB0DZVWGzBzBVhN7fknBzX&gclid=Cj0KCQiAkPzLBhD4ARIsAGfah8gWzAT3WDukE48EI9siPp9Pu8LoCcKQg58bjzQ0aHQDDYP3f2SZDeYaAp0QEALw_wcB)). We will meet over dinner, we will soon update the event with details of the restaurant and location. We look forward to seeing you at our upcoming session. Please reach out to any of the organizers if you have any questions. Omar and the team **Upcoming reading (April 2026):** * *Degenerate Moderns* by E. Michael Jones (the book is out of print, but here is [pdf download link](https://oceanofpdf.com/authors/e-michael-jones/pdf-degenerate-moderns-modernity-as-rationalized-sexual-misbehavior-download/)) **Past readings (for reference):** * *Letter to a Disciple* by Al-Ghazali * *Islam and the Destiny of Man* by Gai Eaton * *Islam at the Crossroads* by Muhammad Asad

🎨Easteregg Decor Workshop – with a twist! ✨ In this workshop, we’re adding some serious shine to your Easter decor. We will be decorating eggs with a variety of colorful beads to create truly unique pieces.🐰 If you’d rather create a sparkling Easter bunny? Go for it – your imagination is the only limit! This is an exclusive event in a small, intimate setting (max. 10 participants). 🥨☕ Snacks, tea, and all materials are provided. By the end of the workshop, you’ll have a beautiful, sparkling masterpiece ready to take home. ✨💖 Join us and let’s create something brilliant – Let’s sparkle! The workshops are held in English and German. 🇩🇪🇬🇧 Tickets at: https://eventfrog.ch/de/p/kunst-ausstellungen/weitere-kunstveranstaltungen/easteregg-decor-workshop-with-a-twist-7425565269970404929.html

This Month's Book: *On A Sunbeam* by Tillie Walden Join us for discussion at the Granville Public Library from 6 to 7pm. Follow us on Instagram: @granvillepridebookclub

**Our April novel is: *The Hong Kong Widow* by Kristen Loesch** **This month’s novel blends gothic atmosphere with historical fiction and chilling horror, set against the haunting backdrop of China. The book is 368 pages in print and 10 hours and 42 minutes on audiobook.** In 1950s Hong Kong, Mei is a young refugee of the Chinese Communist revolution struggling to put her past in Shanghai behind her. When she receives a shocking invitation—to take part in a competition in one of the city's most notorious haunted houses, pitting six spirit mediums against one another in a series of six séances over six nights, until a single winner emerges—she has every reason to refuse. Except that the hostess, a former Shanghainese silent film star, is none other than the wife of the man who once destroyed Mei’s entire life. It is promised the winner will receive a fortune, but there is only one prize Mei wants: revenge. Decades later, the final night of that competition has become an infamous urban legend: The police were called to the scene of a brutal massacre but found no evidence, dismissing it as a collective hallucination. Mei knows what she saw, but now someone else is convinced they know what she did. She must uncover the truth about the last night she ever spent in that house—even if the ghosts of her past are waiting for her there. . . .

**We are expanding our creative programming opportunities with Queer Quills, a quiet writing and sharing space. Queer Quills features some prompts, supplies and friendly faces to help get some inspiration or feedback for your writing. Hope to see you there!**

* Second ever book club! April meet up. All are welcome. * The book will be Play Nice by Rachel Harrison (determined by votes from March Book Club. Let me know if you’d like a free digital copy of the book) * This event will be at the main library, meeting room 1B, the location will not be changed for this event due to the number of people attending, we will just add more chairs if needed! * Feel free to come whether or not you’ve started or finished the book ◡̈ * Small snacks will be provided. You’re welcome to bring your own snacks & drinks too! Starting in June I will try to keep future book clubs at the Dublin Library. Now that I understand their reservation system, I will be on top of it with booking that location as soon as the date is released for the month. Thanks for your understanding with the varying locations in the meantime.

5:45-7:45 in Conference Room B, Library lower level. Bring your yarn projects, meet new friends. If you plan to attend, please RSVP yes. If you can’t attend, please change your RSVP to no. This helps anyone who is waitlisted and it allows me to have an accurate count of attendees as our space is quite limited. Plenty of parking in the lot, in the overflow lot across the street, and on the street. See you there! Winter Note: If the weather is bad and I have to cancel the Meetup, i will issue the cancellation not later than 3 p.m. of that day.

http://photos2.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/2/a/9/6/600_348310902.jpeg Instructor - Crow, HPS Class fee is $30 at the door or approved exchange RSVP with Advance pay of $25 (discounted) by PayPal on the web or by contacting Enchanted Elements (614) 437-2642. Reservations made directly to Enchanted Elements will be added to the class list manually not online. Private Instruction ~ Closed to the Public ~ Initiated Members Only Please come prepared for ritual. Blessings ~ Crow