Book Club

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

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.

**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 ## 📚 Este viernes salimos... sin móviles, y con libros! ​**(English below)** ​Tu plan perfecto para desconectar de las pantallas, sentarte a leer tu libro sin distracciones, y conectar con demás amantes de la lectura. ​Hazte miembro de Offline Club aquí: [https://luma.com/theofflineclub-barcelona](https://luma.com/theofflineclub-barcelona)  ## ​**Qué esperar:** ​📖 Un ratito 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 Barcelona ​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 night out your mind needed - no phones, just books** ​​​Lock your phone away and enjoy a relaxing Friday evening free of digital distractions amongst other book lovers. ​Become a member of the club: [https://luma.com/theofflineclub-barcelona](https://luma.com/theofflineclub-barcelona) *** ## ​​​**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. ​Sign up here: [https://luma.com/theofflineclub-barcelona](https://luma.com/theofflineclub-barcelona)

A casual (but coordinated) coffee break to meet new friends, take a Zoom break, and get your AM caffeine fix. Stop by for a few minutes or stay the whole time. Bring a friend or wander in solo. Come for the coffee and company, or just bring a book to read while surrounded by other in-real-life, community-seeking humans. Come by every Friday, or just when you happen to be in town. Make it whatever you need it to be that week. It's not an \*event\* per se, but we hope these Friday meet-ups can become a fixture of the bookshop! Gathering spot will be in the downstairs area of the bookshop (near the Community Library). Coffee and tea are 1.50€ and can be purchased at the cash register upstairs. Find more info on our Instagram (@backstorybookshop) or website (www.backstorybookshop.com).

**Aquesta activitat té un aforament limitat i les places s'assignen a través del sistema d'inscripció de Meetup. Les places obtingudes es reservaran fins al dia de la trobada al moment en què el grup hagi seleccionat el tema de debat. Si arribeu més tard d'aquell moment, la vostra plaça podrà ser cedida a una altra persona.** Hola i benvinguts al nostre proper Meetup de filosofia de Sòcrates Cafè! Vols una comprensió més profunda de tu mateix i del món? Valores el diàleg profund, honest i respectuós? Si és així, aquesta trobada serà molt interessant per a tu. Es tracta d'una reunió bilingüe; on podrem intervenir tant en català com en espanyol. **ON ENS TROBEM?** Centre cívic drassanes Nou de la rambla, 43 https://maps.app.goo.gl/hMzFvMG8x864Tsyf6 **QUAN ENS TROBEM?** Els divendres de 19:15 a 20:45. Si us plau, arribeu a temps. Començarem puntualment. **QUANTES PERSONES ENS REUNIM?** Es proposen sessions amb aforaments diversos, de manera que el nombre d'assistents pot variar cada setmana. **QUÈ PASSA A LES REUNIONS?** A cada reunió tenim una discussió utilitzant el mètode socràtic: [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Socratic_method](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Socratic_method). Fem, responem i discutim preguntes i idees per estimular el pensament crític i ampliar les nostres perspectives amb alguns conceptes i pensaments en els quals mai hem pensat. L'objectiu principal d'aquestes trobades és enriquir-nos amb les perspectives dels altres, i no convèncer els altres sobre les nostres perspectives. Les reunions són sobre les nostres pròpies filosofies de la vida i no necessàriament el que els grans filòsofs i acadèmics han dit o escrit. No és un club de debat ni una plataforma per fer proselitisme. En canvi, posem èmfasi en qüestionar, tenir una mentalitat oberta i desafiar les nostres pròpies suposicions mentre escoltem i respectem les opinions compartides per altres persones. Una reunió de Sòcrates Cafè es considera un èxit quan els participants surten de la discussió amb moltes més preguntes de les que tenien al principi. **QUINS TEMES ES DISCUTEIXEN A LES REUNIONS?** Els participants suggereixen temes al principi de cada reunió. Després votem i triem el tema més popular per discutir-lo. No és necessària una formació acadèmica en filosofia; només es requereix entusiasme per intercanviar idees i punts de vista. Alguns exemples de temes escollits a reunions anteriors: \- Per quins ideals val la pena morir? \- Per què mai estem satisfets? \- Per què els éssers humans estem informats que la societat va malament i els líders també estan ben informats\, i no obstant això les coses continuen igual? \- És necessària la identitat? \- Quin és el preu ètic i l'avarícia? \- Què és la postveritat? \- Com és possible que les persones a les societats democràtiques estiguin tan obsessionades pel poder? \(Desig de ser diferent\, millor\, més fort que els altres\)\. \- Què és l'amistat? **QUI POT PARTICIPAR EN AQUEST MEETUP?** Qualsevol persona és més que benvinguda a unir-se a les nostres trobades. Aquests events reuneixen persones de diferents orígens i cultures, tot i que no és obligatori tenir formació filosòfica. Els nostres participants habituals són persones que tenen desig d'una comprensió més profunda de si mateixos i del món. Persones que valoren el diàleg profund, honest i respectuós.

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Tras salir del puerto de Marsella y llegar a Yakarta, nos trasladamos a Palestina. Queremos disfrutar de los sabores de esta hermosa tierra, conscientes, por supuesto, de la dolorosa situación en la que se encuentra. Nuestra siguiente parada será el restaurante Askadinya, lo que también implica ir del Raval a Gracia. A las 20h nos reuniremos en el Bar Canigo (Calle Verdi, 2) y a las 21h nos trasladaremos a Askadinya (Calle Verdi, 28). Añadimos un recordatorio de cómo funciona World's Kitchens en la práctica: * Como reservaremos (14) plazas en el restaurante, **es importante que solo te apuntes si realmente vais a venir**! El último día para inscribiros es el 11 de marzo. * **Acordaremos con el restaurante un menú para compartir** (algunos entrantes y otros platos principales) para que todos podamos probar cosas diferentes. **Si tienes alguna restricción alimentaria, por favor, infórmanos al inscribirte** (envía un mensaje a Jacques para dejar un comentario en el evento). * **En cuanto a los gastos, los compartiremos**. Calculamos que la comida costará entre 25 y 30 euros. Para gestionar la cuenta fácilmente, que sea justa para todos y que el evento sea inclusivo, lim**itaremos las bebidas durante la cena a cerveza, vino de la casa o refrescos sin alcohol.** Vente a disfrutar de los sabores de Palestina! \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- After a departing from Marseille and arriving to Jakarta, we are now moving to Palestine. We want to take in the flavours from this beautiful land, of course knowing the very painful situation it is in. Our next stop will be at restaurant Askadinya, which also means moving from the Raval to Gracia At 20h we will meet in Bar Canigo (Carrer Verdi 2), and at 21h we will move to Askadinya (Carrer Verdi 28). We add a reminder of how World’s Kitchens works in practical terms: * As we will reserve (14) places in the restaurant, **it will be important that you only sign up if you will indeed come!** Last day for signing up will be 11 March. * **We will agree with the restaurant a sharing menu** (some starters and some mains) so we can all taste different things. **If you have dietary restrictions, please let us know when signing up** (send a message to Jacques a leave a comment in the event) * **In terms of costs, we will share the costs.** We expect the food will be around 25-30 euros. To manage the bill easily, make it fair for everybody and ensure the event inclusive, **we will restrict the drinks during dinner to beer, house wine or alcohol free refreshments**. Join us to take in the tastes from Palestine! \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Després de sortir de Marsella i arribar a Jakarta, ara ens traslladem a Palestina. Volem assaborir els sabors d'aquesta bonica terra, és clar, coneixent la situació tan dolorosa en què es troba. La propera parada serà al restaurant Askadinya, el que també significa traslladar-nos del Raval a Gràcia. A les 20h ens trobarem al Bar Canigo (Carrer Verdi 2), i a les 21h ens traslladarem a Askadinya (Carrer Verdi 28). Afegim un recordatori de com funciona World's Kitchens a la pràctica: * Com que reservarem (14) places al restaurant, **serà important que només us inscriviu si realment vindreu!** L'últim dia per inscriure's serà l'11 de març. * **Acordarem amb el restaurant un menú per compartir** (alguns entrants i alguns plats principals) perquè tots puguem tastar coses diferents. **Si teniu restriccions dietètiques, si us plau, feu-nos-ho saber quan us inscriviu** (envieu un missatge a Jacques per deixar un comentari a l'esdeveniment) * **Pel que fa als costos, compartirem els costos**. Esperem que el menjar rondi els 25-30 euros. Per gestionar el compte fàcilment, fer-lo just per a tothom i garantir que l'esdeveniment sigui inclusiu, **restringirem les begudes durant el sopar a cervesa, vi de la casa o refrescos sense alcohol.** Veniu a gaudir dels sabors de Palestina!

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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.**

**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.

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 Growht!** ❤️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 12:15)** PLEASE RVPS on meetup and update your attendance if something changes * 12:00 - Gathering and Getting to know each other * 12:15 - Starting the book/deep conversations * 13:40 to 13:55 - End of Conversations + Debrief * 13:55 - 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 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 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.*

Vídeo presentación: [https://youtu.be/alzG1rokS1o](https://youtu.be/alzG1rokS1o) ¡Atención! Enviad vuestros textos para la Revista: (artículos, reseñas, textos de ficción, etc.) **[https://letraheridos.es/colaboraciones/](https://letraheridos.es/colaboraciones/)** Empezaremos puntuales, así que no tardéis :) Encuentro para amantes de la literatura. Escritores, lectores o simplemente curiosos. Usuario en **Goodreads** con nuestras lecturas: [https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/108384464-letraheridos](https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/108384464-letraheridos) Pedimos a los participantes que traigan un libro de lectura reciente que les haya emocionado o impactado. En vez de un club de lectura donde todos leemos el mismo libro y lo comentamos, cada uno trae una propuesta para recomendar a los demás. Ocasionalmente compartimos escritos. http://photos3.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/7/9/7/2/600_455971090.jpeg

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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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Let’s meet and discuss this fun but moving collection of wildly creative short stories. (Photo credit: TimesNowNews.com)

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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! 📖