When does Yarn and Stories take place?

The event takes place on Tuesday, November 17, 2026, from 10:30 to 11:30 AM.

Where does the event take place?

Yarn and Stories takes place at the City Library Göttingen in the Thomas-Buergenthal-Haus, Gotmarstraße 8, 37073 Göttingen.

What can visitors expect?

Maria Gerl-Plein provides knitting tips and advises on personal crafting projects. Afterwards, Elke Ludloff-Taege reads stories.

Is participation free?

Yes, participation in Yarn and Stories is free.

In which area of the library does the offer take place?

The event takes place in the fiction section of the City Library Göttingen.

Do I need to bring my own knitting material?

The event description invites participants to bring their own knitting materials.

Yarn and Stories Göttingen 2026

Name: Yarn and Stories
Start: 2026-11-17T10:30:00+01:00
End: 2026-11-17T11:30:00+01:00
Location: Stadtbibliothek Göttingen – Thomas-Buergenthal-Haus

Yarn and Stories: Literature Between Stitches and Reading Aloud

On Tuesday, November 17, 2026, the City Library of Göttingen combines joint crafting with the spoken word. At Yarn and Stories, literature lovers, knitting enthusiasts, and curious guests meet for a relaxed reading in the fiction section.

When Needles Accompany the Rhythm of Stories

Maria Gerl-Plein provides practical knitting tips and advises on the implementation of personal ideas. Questions related to crafting receive space while stitches are created and conversations develop. The format creates an open reading atmosphere where craft experience and cultural encounter naturally come together.

Reading Aloud as a Shared Literary Experience

Afterwards, Elke Ludloff-Taege reads selected stories aloud. The voice, the storytelling rhythm, and the quiet clacking of the needles combine into a special form of author encounter and reading culture. Unlike a classic reading, Yarn and Stories focuses on closeness, participation, and the concentrated attention of a small literary community.

Literature, Crafting, and Cultural Exchange

The event format shows how versatile libraries act as places for reading, learning, and exchange. Between fiction shelves, a low-threshold access to literature is created: hands remain busy while language opens up images, memories, and new thoughts. This offer is aimed at all who wish to experience stories in a warm and personal atmosphere.

Conclusion: A Quiet Morning with Literary Quality

Yarn and Stories promises a slowed-down literary experience in Göttingen: joint knitting, expert tips, and read tales connect into a special cultural break. Anyone wishing to experience reading, language art, and personal encounters beyond usual event formats will find a welcoming meeting point at the City Library on November 17.