Meet and Practice

Map of Scotland and Germany. Meeting point for culture. © Goethe-Institut Glasgow

The library offers a number of regular events for learners of German and everyone interested in German culture and language.

We convey in a fun and free way all you need to know about Germany!

Book club

Discover German literature at the Goethe-Institut in Glasgow. Once a month on a Tuesday evening we discuss a contemporary German novel or short story (B2/C1 and higher).

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German Cinema

Once a month we screen a German movie with English subtitles either at the Goethe-Institut Glasgow and/or at the Institut Français d'Écosse, Edinburgh. Also suitable for film enthusiasts without any knowledge of German. Free entry and all welcome!

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Events for Translators

We are offering regular events for emerging and established literary translators of all language combinations.

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German Story Circle for Children

Are you a parent from a German-speaking family looking for a fun and educational activity for your little ones? The German Story and Song Circle is the perfect event for toddlers and babies aged 0-3 years old.

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