Sunday hours at the Library

clockBy popular request the Library introduces operating hours on Sunday afternoons from 13h00 to 19h00.

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Saturday Series for kids

pish_posh_1266672180Drop in on an upcoming Saturday for creative and literary programs including Silly Songs with Matt Black, Pish Posh, said Hieronymus Bosch with Jamileh Talebizadeh, plus a drama presentation and workshop for children.

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Word for Word is Back!

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two_on_a_partyThe American Library is delighted to welcome back the celebrated San Francisco theatrical troupe that puts great American short stories on stage — word for word. Returning to Paris for the fifthteenth year, Word for Word presents Two On A Party by Tennessee Williams on Thursday 15 April.

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Did you know?The American Library in Paris has more than 2,300 members from over 60 countries. We have more than 500 periodicals available and offer over 200 youth-oriented programs every year.