Book Club

What does freedom really mean — and how do we live it every day? Together, we’ll explore what freedom looks like in practice and how Timothy Snyder challenges us to rethink responsibility and courage. *Even if you haven’t finished the book — or didn’t even get started — you’re welcome to join the discussion and share your thoughts.* * **17:30–18:00** — Mingling and browsing at Backstory Bookshop * **18:00 sharp** — Book club begins. *Please arrive on time so we can start promptly and minimize interruptions. Thank you!* ***Discussion questions will be sent at least 24 hours before the event to everyone who RSVPs.*** Let us know if you’re interested in helping moderate the discussion. **\*\*\*To Attend, RSVP [HERE](https://www.democratsabroad.org/181073/_book_club_april_11_on_freedom_by_timothy_snyder)\*\*\*** **THE BOOK:** In *On Freedom*, Timothy Snyder offers a philosophical and historical reflection on what freedom truly means. Moving beyond slogans, he explores how freedom depends on truth, solidarity, responsibility, and meaningful connection with others. Thought-provoking and deeply relevant, this book invites us to rethink liberty not just as independence — but as something we build together. Last year we read Snyder’s *On Tyranny*, which inspired millions to fight for freedom. In *On Freedom*, the acclaimed Yale historian takes us on a philosophical and historical journey to understand exactly what freedom is, why it matters, and how we can protect it. Thought-provoking and urgent, this book invites us to rethink liberty not just as independence, but as a value we build and defend together. "**On Freedom**" is available from **Backstory Bookshop** in paperback or as an audiobook. **Paperback:** Stop by the shop, give them a call, or order online by [clicking here](https://backstorybookshop.shop/product/on-freedom-2/). directly through Backstory. **Audiobook:** The audio version is approximately **8–9 hours** — a helpful guide to plan your reading time. ***🍝 Join us for Dinner with DA immediately following the book club. Details and RSVP information coming soon. 🍕*** SAVE THE DATE — DA Barcelona Book Club 2026 **July 25: *Prequel: An American Fight Against Fascism* — By, Rachel Maddow** A gripping exploration of America’s own battle with fascist forces — ideal for midyear re-engagement ahead of election season. **October (TBD): *Abundance* — Ezra Klein** A forward-looking, solutions-oriented book about how we can rebuild and thrive — ending the year on a note of hope and possibility. *** 👕 Help spread the word about Democrats Abroad and VoteFromAbroad.org by [clicking here to pick up a DA Barcelona t-shirt](https://democratsabroadmerchandise.com/collections/all) to wear at events or around the city. *Proceeds from sales help support the work of Democrats Abroad.* *** 💙 Support DA Barcelona’s Get Out the Vote (GOTV) efforts and activism by donating here: [https://www.democratsabroad.org/es_donate](https://www.democratsabroad.org/es_donate) *** 🎉 Democrats Abroad Barcelona is also on: 📸 **Instagram** — follow us at [@demsabroadbarcelona](https://www.instagram.com/demsabroadbarcelona) 🤝 **Meetup** — [click here](https://www.meetup.com/meetup-group-xnipmfqo/) to join us

📘 Personal Growth Book Club: Exploring The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins (No need to read the book to attend!) What if the reason you feel stressed, frustrated, or stuck has less to do with what’s happening — and more to do with what you’re trying to control? In The Let Them Theory, Mel Robbins introduces a deceptively simple but powerful mindset shift: when other people disappoint you, judge you, misunderstand you, exclude you, or behave in ways you don’t like… let them. This book explores: • Why trying to manage other people’s opinions drains your energy • How the need for approval quietly shapes your decisions • The emotional cost of people-pleasing and over-explaining • How to stop chasing, convincing, fixing, or proving • What it looks like to redirect your focus back to your own goals, standards, and peace We’ll unpack the psychology behind why we grip so tightly to other people’s behavior — and how releasing that grip builds confidence, resilience, and emotional freedom. Rather than being passive, “let them” is about reclaiming your power. It’s about recognizing what is not yours to control — and choosing where your energy actually belongs. This session will explore the key ideas, practical examples, and real-life applications from The Let Them Theory, and open up discussion around how this mindset shift can transform relationships, work dynamics, and self-trust. As always, reading the book is optional — just come ready to reflect, question, and maybe let go of a few things that were never yours to carry. As always, **reading the book is optional**—just come curious and ready to laugh a little! **Event Structure** ⏰ **18:30 - Arrival and Welcome** ⏰ **18:45 - 20:00** * **Presentation by Natalie & Bianca** on the book’s key insights and practical applications * **A short activity or reflection** related to the book’s themes * **Small group discussions** on key topics from the book 💰 **Cost:** €7 per person (payable in cash or via Bizum/Revolut to Natalie: +34 612 523 277) - this helps us to cover the cost of running the meetup 🙏 Looking forward to seeing you there! Feel free to message us with any questions. 📲 **Stay updated on future events—join our WhatsApp group [here](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Lga934DmpIOCyxX7VquPWz)**

Hi and welcome to our next Socrates Café philosophy meetup! Do you have a hunger for deeper understanding of yourself and the world? Do you value deep, honest and respectful dialogue? If yes, then this meetup will be very interesting for you. • WHAT IS A MEETUP ABOUT? At every meetup we have a discussion using Socratic method: [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Socratic_method](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Socratic_method) We ask, answer and discuss questions and ideas to stimulate critical thinking and to widen our perspectives with new concepts and thoughts. The main purpose of these meetups is to enrich ourselves with the perspectives of others, not to convince others about our own perspectives. Our meetups are about our own philosophies of life and not necessarily what the great philosophers and academics have said or written. It is not a debating club or a platform for proselytizing. Instead, we place the emphasis on questioning, open mindedness and challenging our own assumptions while listening to and respecting the views shared by others. A Socrates Café meetup is considered a success when participants leave a discussion with many more questions than they had at the beginning. • WHAT TOPIC IS DISCUSSED AT THE MEETUP? Participants suggest topics at the beginning of each meeting. We then vote and choose that event's most popular topic for discussion. No academic training in philosophy necessary; just enthusiasm for exchanging ideas and points of view. Some examples of subjects chosen on previous meetups: * What ideals are worth dying for? * Why are we never satisfied? * Why is it that human beings know that the society is going wrong, leaders are well informed about it and things continue as is? * Is identity necessary? * How can it be that people in democratic societies are so obsessed with power? (Desire to be different, better, stronger than others) * What is friendship? • WHO PARTICIPATES AT THIS MEETUP? Anybody is more than welcome to join our meetups. Our events gather people from different backgrounds, different cultures, while no philosophical background is mandatory. Our usual participants are people that have a hunger for deeper understanding of themselves and the world. People that value deep, honest and respectful dialogue. The inspiration for Socrates Cafe originates with the book of the same name, written by the philosopher Christopher Phillips. (Socrates Cafe: A Fresh Taste of Philosophy, 2002). Phillips felt that the Socratic method of dialogue and discussion should be practiced not just in academic settings, but among everyday people interested in examining deep questions together. Hundreds of Socrates Cafe groups now exist around the world. To learn more, visit [[https://socratescafe.com](https://socratescafe.com/)]([https://emea01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsocratescafe.com%2F&data=05%7C02%7C%7C1b245fc060a24a1b22c508dd324f736a%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C638722038989360624%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=pLtcEu25qgDHP1XvhFs5Cx4L1rRDYmqwnNWgxalKovY%3D&reserved=0](https://emea01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsocratescafe.com%2F&data=05%7C02%7C%7C1b245fc060a24a1b22c508dd324f736a%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C638722038989360624%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=pLtcEu25qgDHP1XvhFs5Cx4L1rRDYmqwnNWgxalKovY%3D&reserved=0) "Protegido por Outlook: [https://socratescafe.com/.](https://socratescafe.com/) Haga clic o pulse para seguir el vínculo.").

Bienvenidos al "Club de Inversores Divertidos". Es un espacio destinado a personas interesadas en compartir, aprender y mejorar sus inversiones. Aquí comentamos nuestras experiencias, tanto los aciertos como los errores, porque creemos que cada historia tiene algo que enseñar! Nuestro objetivo es crear una comunidad divertida y abierta donde podamos intercambiar conocimientos, consejos y perspectivas sobre el mundo de las finanzas. Ya seas principiante o experto, todos son bienvenidos a participar de nuestras charlas y actividades! Únete a nosotros y hagamos que invertir no sea solo rentable, sino también emocionante y entretenido! ( Ningún participante tendrá que realizar ninguna inversión , cualquier inversión será hecha bajo su propia responsabilidad) Esperamos tu participación!....... ``` Welcome to the "Fun Investors Club." It's a space for people interested in sharing, learning, and improving their investments. Here we share our experiences, both successes and mistakes, because we believe every story has something to teach! Our goal is to create a fun and open community where we can exchange knowledge, advice, and perspectives on the world of finance. Whether you're a beginner or an expert, everyone is welcome to participate in our talks and activities! Join us and let's make investing not only profitable, but also exciting and entertaining! (No participant is required to make any investments; all investments are made at their own risk.) We look forward to your participation! ```

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The best and most definitely FUN way to Get in Shape! A 60 minutes during Full Body Workout in the Open Air Gym of Barcelona • Get in Shape • Lose Weight • Improve your General Fitness • Get Stronger • Muscle Toning • Cross Fitness • Work hard Play hard • All Levels • Meet new friends • Have FUN & Be Happy What to bring? Towel, hand gloves & water Come and enjoy a free trial class! BootChamps - Let´s go work-OUT-side!

The summer of 1816 is remembered as the Year Without a Summer. A volcanic eruption had turned skies grey across Europe, and a group of writers trapped indoors passed the time telling ghost stories. Out of that challenge emerged Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus. In this session, we'll explore how Mary Shelley's novel came to be. We'll consider the literary circle she moved in, the personal losses that shaped her, and the wider moment she was writing in. The novel has been read many ways since: as a warning about ambition, a meditation on parenthood, or a myth about what we create and then abandon. This discussion will offer some ways into thinking about why it still matters. This session will be led by Adriana. Bring wine/beer/drinks/food/snacks/whatever if you want to. **Our events fill up very quickly. To avoid missing out on future events, join the WhatsApp group via this link:** [https://tally.so/r/w4G5L5](https://tally.so/r/w4G5L5) Press the buzzer marked Semi sotano 2 (bottom left on the panel) to be let in. It's down the stairs, first door on the right. **Image**: Richard Rothwell's portrait of Shelley, 1840.

This new book club approaches foundational texts that have shaped the past three centuries through a cross-disciplinary reading series that invites us to engage with the questions of our present. Each session pairs one of these works with a strictly contemporary text (as an optional reading), creating a dialogue in which the past becomes a lens for thinking the present, and vice versa. **No academic background is required; curiosity and openness are all you need.** *BUY THE BOOKS HERE:* **This month we will be reading [Sigmund Freud's ](https://backstorybookshop.shop/product/civilization-and-its-discontents/)*[Civilization and Its Discontents](https://backstorybookshop.shop/product/civilization-and-its-discontents/)*. Paired with [Byung-Chul Han's ](https://backstorybookshop.shop/product/the-burnout-society/)*[The Burnout Society](https://backstorybookshop.shop/product/the-burnout-society/)*.** Hosted by Josefina Alippi

We are back on Sunday the 15th of March at the lovely venue of L'Estranger in Barcelona! This is a spoken word and poetry performance tournament in English. We will have 7 slammers this time, and we are very excited to see what they have to say! If you want to participate in the Slam, please **send us a** **private message**! You **cannot** sign up by commenting in the event, as this cannot be controlled by our team. From the audience, we are expecting them to scream, cry, laugh, enjoy! Do not miss it! Doors open at 7:30pm and show starts at 8pm. Be there early to grab a seat! Entrance online 10€ **with a drink included**! (At the door 11€) **Tickets via Entradium only, or 11€ at the door. More info and tickets Link on our Instagram account and website.**

**IMPORTANT: You must register on Luma to confirm attendance.** This Meetup event is only for visibility. Please secure your spot here: https://luma.com/theofflineclub-barcelona?e=evt-eE1jmRXD6ibnkJh ## **📚 El plan de viernes para los amantes de la lectura** ​\*\*(English below)\*\* ​Guarda tu móvil y disfruta de un ratito de lectura libre en silenco compartido, libre de distracciones digitales. ​Esta "reading party" es tu momento para desconectar de las pantallas, descansar del ajetreo diario y conocer a personas afines, amantes de la lectura. ## ​**Qué esperar:** ​📖 Un momento de paz para leer ese libro que siempre quieres empezar (o terminar) 🤝 La oportunidad de conocer y conectar con otros amantes de los libros. 📚 La posibilidad de intercambiar libros que han impactado en la vida de otros 💬 Un ambiente acogedor donde conectar es fácil 📵 Tiempo offline de calidad que te hará sentir descansado y pleno. ​\*\*Saga Coffee Stories nos recibe amablemente para apoyar nuestra misión, así que devolvamos ese cariño: **se pide el consumo de una consumición** en el local.\* ​**El Programa, seleccionado por nuestros anfitriones:** * ​**20:30 \- 20:45 \|** Llegada y ponte cómodo. * ​**20:45 \- 21:30 \|** Sumérgete en tu libro. * ​**21:30 \- 22:15 \|** Conecta con los demás + intercambio de libros * ​**22:15 \- 22:30 \|** Cierre y despedida. ​👉 **Sumérgete en tu libro** ​Este es tu momento para sentarte y disfrutar de una lectura sin distracciones. Baja el ritmo, recarga energías y siente la magia de leer a solas, pero acompañados. Por favor, trae tu propio libro, cómic o poemario; nos encanta toda la literatura. ​👉 **Conecta con otros + intercambio de libros:** ​Charla y conecta con los demás, pero solo si te apetece. Es el momento de conocer gente nueva, conectar a través de los libros y disfrutar de conversaciones con significado. ## ​📚 Intercambio de Libros ​**El intercambio de libros es opcional**, pero es una forma divertida de descubrir nuevas lecturas y dar una segunda vida a un libro que ya hayas terminado. Así que, ¿tienes algún libro acumulando polvo en la estantería? ¡Tráelo contigo y dedícaselo a alguien! ## ​☕️ Menu de Saga Coffee Stories ​\*\*¿Aún no tienes plan para cenar?\*\* ​No te preocupes. Nos van a preparar combinaciones de bebida con snacks dulces o salados por sólo 6€. ## ​Hazte miembro de offline club ​Participa en offline hangouts ilimitados de forma gratuita y accede a eventos solo para miembros donde podrás conectar más y mejor con personas afines. Descubre todos los beneficios en nuestro perfil de LUMA. *** ## ​**Inglés** # 📚 **The kind of Friday evening you neeed** ​​​Lock your phone away and enjoy a relaxing reading time free of digital distractions. ​This reading party is your time to disconnect from screens, unwind from the daily buzz and meet like-minded people. ​**The" Friday night"** alternative you were seeking! *** ## ​​​**What to expect:** 📖 Peaceful (me-)time to read that book you keep meaning to start (or finish!) 🤝 The chance to meet and connect with like-minded booklovers 📚 Exchange a book that has made an impact on you with a fellow offliner and discover new good reads! 💬 A cozy atmosphere where connection is easy 📵 Valuable time offline that leaves you feeling rested and fulfilled ​​\*\*Saga Coffee Stories is kindly hosting us to support our mission, so let’s return the love. The **purchase of one consumption** is required.\* *** ​​​**The Program, curated by our community hosts:** 20:30 \- 20:45 \| Arrive & make yourself at home 20:45 \- 21:30 \| Dive into your book 21:30 \- 22:15 \| Connect with others 22:15 \- 22:30 \| Round\-up and goodbye ​​​​**​👉🏼 Dive into your book** This is your time to sit back and enjoy undistracted reading time. Slow down, recharge and feel the magic of reading alone, together. Please bring your own book, cartoon, or poetry bundle - we love all literature. ​​​​**​👉🏼 Connect with others** Chat & connect with others, but only if you feel like it. This is the time to meet new people, connect over books, and enjoy meaningful conversations. ## ​📚 Book Swap ​​​The **book swap** is optional - but a fun way to discover new reads and give a second life to a book you’ve finished. So, got a book that’s getting dusty sitting on your book shelf? Bring it along! ## ​​☕️ **No dinner plans yet?** ​No worries. You can order sweet & savory combinations at Saga Coffee Stories for only 6€. ## ​Become an offline member ​Want to make offline time a routine and build real connections with likeminded members while improving your digital habits? ​Become a member and get unlimited access to hangouts, discounts to partnered and special events, and access to member-only gatehrings. ​Find out more in our LUMA calendar profile!

**Join us at the Badalona Sailing Club for a hands-on sailing and navigation experience designed for both beginners and more experienced sailors.** Each meetup lasts around **2 hours** and combines practical boat handling with real navigation at sea. Together, we’ll discover the basics of sailing through simple maneuvers, sail handling, and wind awareness — learning naturally as we exchange, ask questions, and enjoy a relaxed sail along the coast. Beyond the technical aspects, this experience is also about **being at sea**. As we sail, you’ll enjoy a beautiful perspective of **Barcelona from the water**, learn how to observe the marine environment — and with a bit of luck, **dolphins sometimes join us**. These meetups are guided by **Jean**, a pr**ofessional skipper and sailing instructor**, who focuses on sharing knowledge in a relaxed, safe, and supportive atmosphere. **Prices:** **\- 35 euros for the first session** **\- 20 euros for following session** Whether you’re stepping on a sailboat for the first time or looking to refine your skills, this meetup offers a meaningful and engaging way to learn, sail, and connect.

[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 **ABISSINIA** in **GRACIA**. 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!** **Consumption of a drink or snack is mandatory!** *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.*

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**Our March pick is *God of the Woods* by Liz Moore.** **This month’s novel is an award-winning literary mystery that blends family drama with psychological suspense. It explores women’s voices and relationships while delivering an exciting, eerie, and deeply suspenseful story. The book is 576 pages in print or 14 hours and 35 minutes on audiobook.** Early morning, August 1975: a camp counselor discovers an empty bunk. Its occupant, Barbara Van Laar, has gone missing. Barbara isn’t just any thirteen-year-old: she’s the daughter of the family that owns the summer camp and employs most of the region’s residents. And this isn’t the first time a Van Laar child has disappeared. Barbara’s older brother similarly vanished fourteen years ago, never to be found. As a panicked search begins, a thrilling drama unfolds. Chasing down the layered secrets of the Van Laar family and the blue-collar community working in its shadow, Moore’s multi-threaded story invites readers into a rich and gripping dynasty of secrets and second chances. It is Liz Moore’s most ambitious and wide-reaching novel yet.

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Welcome, readers! Our March read is **_The Bean Trees by Barbara Kingsolver._** The story follows Taylor Greer, a young woman from rural Kentucky who leaves home for the West, only to find herself unexpectedly becoming the guardian of an abused Native American toddler named Turtle. In Tucson, Arizona, they form a makeshift family with a diverse group of people, including Guatemalan refugees and a single mother, exploring themes of motherhood, community, belonging, and finding hope in hardship. The story blends humor with serious issues, creating a story about finding family in unexpected places. Looking forward to discussing with everyone! We will meet at Zaftig Brewing Co in their event room in the back. We are welcome to bring in our own food, but **drinks must be purchased at the bar.** Happy reading! 📖