When does the reading hour take place?

The reading hour begins on Monday, November 16, 2026, at 4:30 PM.

Where does the reading take place?

The event takes place at the Göttingen city library, Weende branch, Hennebergstraße 11, 37077 Göttingen.

What is the entrance fee?

Participation is free of charge.

Is registration required?

Participation is possible without registration, as long as seats are available.

From which book will be read?

Kerstin Wagner will read from The Fearless Frieda and the Stolen Princes by Cornelia Funke.

Who is the event suitable for?

The reading hour is aimed at children and families who wish to experience an imaginative story together.

Kerstin Wagner Reads in Göttingen 2026

Name: Reading in the Weende Branch in November
Start: 2026-11-16T16:30:00+01:00
End: 2026-11-16T17:30:00+01:00
Location: Stadtbibliothek Göttingen – Zweigstelle Weende

A Fearless Heroine Conquers the Reading Hour in Weende

When Kerstin Wagner reads on Monday, November 16, 2026, at the Weende community library, the library transforms into a narrative space of possibilities. At the center is Cornelia Funke's imaginative story The Fearless Frieda and the Stolen Princes – a reading experience about courage, determination, and the power of an unusual heroine.

A Story Full of Excitement and Language Art

A giantess steals prince after prince while the knights who oppose her power vanish. Now it is up to Frieda to set off for the castle. On her adventure, she encounters a five-headed dog and ultimately the dangerous giantess herself. The narrative structure combines fairy tale motifs with a confident heroine and opens up a vivid access to literature for children.

Reading as a Shared Literary Experience

The reading creates an intimate atmosphere where voice, rhythm, and imagination intertwine. Particularly in the spoken word, the story unfolds its sensual quality: images arise in the mind, suspense grows from sentence to sentence, and the listeners experience literature as an immediate encounter with a strong narrative world.

Literature Promotion in the Community Library

The reading in Weende stands for cultural participation and early literacy promotion. Fairy tale-like narratives, clear conflicts, and a brave main character make the event an inspiring access to the genre of children's literature. The community library becomes an open place for families, curious young readers, and anyone who enjoys experiencing stories together.

Conclusion: An Afternoon for Courage and Imagination

Visitors can expect a focused reading hour with an exciting story by Cornelia Funke, a fearless heroine, and an atmosphere that encourages listening and daydreaming. Those who want to experience literature as a lively, communal event will find a special afternoon for the whole family at the Weende branch.