The 9th Reading Nights, organized for the fourth consecutive year by the National Book Center at the suggestion of the Ministry of Culture, will be held until January 26, upon registration in the media libraries. The public is invited to come together around the theme of heritage. This common thread refers to intimate literature (heritage left to us by our ancestors) and to heritage as a place or building.
Pierre-Amalric media library in Albi upon registration at 05 63 76 06 50
- Albums vintage !
Little tales from yesterday and little stories from yesteryear, (re)discover the classics of children's literature! A reading in two voices to bring back to life the characters of yesteryear!
Saturday January 25, 4 p.m. From 4 years old. - The most sulfurous secrets of the ancient funds
Curious, naughty, daring… Do you dare to lift the veil on the most sulfurous secrets of the ancient collection? Come for a foray into the obscure corners of literary heritage, where daring, luxurious, even completely subversive works are hidden! These books, often hidden, have long been confined in the shadows… for one evening, they emerge from their reserve and reveal themselves to licentious eyes!
Saturday January 25, 6 p.m. From 16 years old. - Quiz night
Come and test your knowledge of heritage: cultural, natural, historical but also scientific and intangible during a fun and interactive quiz, open to all, young and old!
Saturday January 25, 7:15 p.m. - Tales and life stories
Or how my grandfather met my grandmother. A meeting, a promise: she offers to spend 100 nights waiting for her in her garden so that she gives him her heart. A poetic and captivating tale that explores desire, patience and disillusionment. The show will be followed by a participatory workshop to share your own stories of encounters or discover oral heritage through tales and life stories.
Friday January 24, 6:30 p.m., Albi-Cantepau neighborhood center, Albi.
Saint-Juéry Media Library
- Cooked conference
Between local products and spices from elsewhere, discover how culinary tastes transformed in the 17th and 18th centuries to give birth to a “new cuisine”. This conference will immerse you in the culinary practices of yesteryear: emblematic dishes, cooks' know-how and the evolution of table manners. A gourmet immersion in the heart of our gastronomic heritage, now classified by UNESCO.
Friday January 24, 8:15 p.m. By registration on 05 63 76 06 49.
Lescure-d'Albigeois
- Guided walk
Told and sung in the streets of Lescure-d'Albigeois. From the history of the place to the stories told and sung, it is a visit that is both historical and unusual to which you are invited. At the end of the walk, hot chocolate and other treats for everyone!
Saturday January 25, meet at 2:15 p.m. at the Lescure-d'Albigeois media library. Fall back planned at the media library in case of bad weather.
Gaillac media library, upon registration on 05 63 81 20 23
Immerse yourself in local heritage with an illustrated conference, relive the school of yesteryear with a study certificate, and share traditional tales and games with your family.
- “The heritage of Gaillac, a source of inspiration”
Illustrated conference by Alain Soriano.
Friday January 24, 6:30 p.m. Adults - “Study certificate”
Back to school, fun tests inspired by the Study Certificate.
Saturday January 25, 4 p.m. - “Grandma, tell me a story”
Classic tales told by Grandma.
Saturday January 25, 4:30 p.m. - “Game of the goose”
Create your own board and learn the rules of this ancestral game
Saturday January 25, 5:30 p.m. For children aged 6 to 10. - “At the origins of the tale”
Travel through cultures thanks to tales from here and elsewhere
Saturday January 25, 6 p.m. Adults. - “Olympiads”
Take on fun challenges on the theme of heritage to try to win the Olympics.
Saturday January 25, 8 p.m. Family.
Marguerite-Yourcenar media library in Graulhet, upon registration at 05 63 33 25 25
Discover writing workshops, board game evenings, a treasure hunt about a mysterious heritage, and an introduction to genealogy to trace your ancestors. Let yourself be carried away by a literary nap around family stories or test your knowledge during a musical blind test.
-- Book/CD sales
Give a second life to books and albums from the media library's collections. Mini prices guaranteed.
Friday January 24, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. FREE ENTRANCE. - “Game night”
A moment of discovery and sharing to explore heritage while having fun.
Saturday January 25, 10:30 a.m. From 8 years old. - “Writing workshop”
Come discover the Art of words through writing games. A moment of expression, emotion and creativity, hosted by Sandrine Tarbagayre.
Saturday January 25, 10:30 a.m. From 8 years old. - “In my house there is…”
Readings and creations of personalized cards around the family.
Saturday January 25, 5 p.m. For children aged 2 to 5. - “In search of our ancestors”
Introduction to genealogy. Immerse yourself in the world of genealogy with Christiane Denaux and Jean Chabbal from the Dadou Agout Genealogical Association.
Saturday January 25, 2:30 p.m. Adults. - Literary nap: family stories
Moments of listening and relaxation around literary extracts.
Saturday January 25, 4 p.m. 15 years and over. - “Treasure game: the mysterious heritage”
A captivating game to solve puzzles about the heritage of the Bouquin family.
Saturday January 25, 6-7 p.m. From 8 to 15 years old - “Blind test evening”
Test your musical knowledge and challenge your friends to some must-play tunes.
Saturday January 25, 8 p.m.
Rabastens Media Library
Take part in a friendly moment with an aperitif reading, let yourself be transported by stories and tales during a stroll in the alleys, and take on the challenges of the librarians with cultural games (play on words, expressions, timeline, etc. ).
- “Aperitif-reading”
Share your literary favorites or simply come and listen.
Friday January 24, 7 p.m. Adults. - “Stories on a walk”
Walk punctuated with stories and tales at nightfall among the old stones of Rabastens.
Saturday January 25, 6:30 p.m. By registration on 05 63 40 81 43. - “Culture in Ruins”
Take up the literary challenges offered by your librarians.
Saturday January 25, 6:30 p.m.
Room of L’Ecrin in Salvagnac
- Musical reading with Catherine Vaniscotte
Saturday January 25, 6:30 p.m. FREE ENTRANCE.
At the Goya museum in Castres
- Reading in pajamas
Lovely stories before going to bed? Children are invited to come in pajamas with cuddly toys and blankets to listen to Céline read the timeless albums that marked their parents' childhood.
Friday January 24, 6 p.m. For ages 4 to 6. - Two-voice reading
On the occasion of the release of the novel L'Allègement des varnishes, by Paul Saint-Bris, the Goya Museum invites you to discover some extracts read by the author and a librarian in the very beautiful Salle des Estates.
Friday January 24, 8 p.m.
Castres-Sidobre Media Library
- Reading aloud workshop
Discover the pleasure of transmitting the texts you love and the emotions they give rise to by participating in this day of introductory reading aloud.
Saturday January 25, 9:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. - Visit to heritage collections in reserve
Travel back in time with a visit to the media library's reserves, usually closed to the public. Sandra, our librarian specializing in written heritage, will introduce you to a selection of old and precious documents.
Saturday January 25, 10:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. - Calligraphy workshop
With this “modern-day scribe”, as he likes to define himself, discover and experiment with the ancestral gestures of calligraphy to introduce you to this art of writing.
Saturday January 25, 2 p.m. - Reading in pajamas
Lovely stories before going to bed? Children are invited to come in their pajamas with cuddly toys and blankets to listen to Céline read the timeless albums that marked their parents' childhood.
Saturday January 25, 6 p.m. - Author meeting: Paul Saint-Bris.
Saturday January 25, 6:30 p.m. - Reading news
Immerse yourself in the realistic, gritty or sometimes fantastical universe of a masterpiece of literary heritage by rediscovering four of Maupassant's famous Short Stories.
Saturday January 25, 8:30 p.m.
At the Workshops, Castres
- “Muffled cry”
Official release from the Castres literary magazine whose theme is Racines. Meeting with the authors around a friendly aperitif.
Friday January 24, 7 p.m. - Transmission
Reading aloud. Volunteers will also be able to read aloud letters, postcards, administrative documents from yesteryear: our common heritage.
Friday January 24, 8 p.m. - Between yesterday and today
Clara Sanchez sings stories from a black and white universe, accompanied by her accordion.
Friday January 24, 8:45 p.m.
At Pan'Art, Castres
- Concert-lecture
Justine Laur, actress, and Hélène Douthe, flute teacher at the Tarn Conservatory, offer a sound journey to the land of tales and legends.
Saturday January 25, 5 p.m. - Castres, the literary
Dramatic and immersive visit to Castres, discovering its heritage and its feathers.
Saturday January 25, 6 p.m. - Club lecture
Friendly aperitif and dinner to discuss your favorite books.
Saturday January 25, 7:30 p.m. - News readings
Readings aloud of award-winning short stories during the annual L'Encrierreverse competition.
Saturday January 25, 8:30 p.m.
Guiraud de Laurac media library in Lavaur, upon registration on 05 63 58 03 42
- “My little treasure chest – memories to dream about”
Hosted by Sara Branger. This will involve making a memory box containing symbols of our personal history. This moment will be punctuated with musical readings by Anne Payan.
Friday January 24, 6 p.m. Adults. - “Under my teepee”
Musical readings for children aged 3 to 8.
Saturday January 25, 10:30 a.m.
Media library, Saint-Sulpice
- Stroll in the bastide
Discover heritage in a different way with participatory readings, musical impromptu and other surprises. Dress warmly for a night stroll through the streets of the bastide!
Saturday January 25, 6 p.m. Info on 05 63 40 20 81.
Calligram' Bookstore, Mazamet
Lectures
Reading time around the theme of heritage and inheritance through writings, books (novels, essays, documentaries, etc.).
Friday January 24, 6:30 p.m. FREE ENTRANCE.
