Reading Night at theUM

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  • Dates: January 17–18, 2019
  • Showtimes: 7:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
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As part of the 3rd edition of “Nuit de la lecture” (Night of Reading), organized by the Ministry of Culture.
Medicine Library (historic building) – 2 rue de l’École de Médecine, Montpellier.
Richter Library – 60 rue des États Généraux, Montpellier.

What is "Reading Night"?

With extended hours, libraries and bookstores open their doors and offer a night of discoveries and activities for people of all ages.
Pajama readings, musical performances, author meet-and-greets, discussions, shows, treasure hunts… As night falls, people of all ages can discover or rediscover the richness of libraries and bookstores in a whole new light.
At night, the world of books is reimagined and brought to life through a variety of activities, offering a unique setting for a fun-filled exploration.

The University of Montpellier is joining this third edition of “Reading Night” by offering two events.

“Candlelit Tour and Reading”

Readings by students from the “UM ”: Sign up by email if you’d like to participate!
Thursday, January 17, 2019, from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Medicine Library (historic building)

Students: Sign up to be a “reader for the evening” at the library! Come read advice from doctors of the past on how to stay healthy: texts by Hippocrates, Trotula (a famous female physician of the Middle Ages), Arnaud de Villeneuve, Rabelais, and others.

Practical Information:
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Tel: 04 34 43 35 80

"Sweet Reads"

Featuring Marick Revollon – BAO Company.
Text selection: David Suet—visual artist in residence at theUM, as part of the cultural program of the SCD (Joint Documentation Service).
Friday, January 18, 2019, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
BU Richter (Richter site)
Join us for a convivial gathering centered on literary and scientific texts exploring the theme of sugar, David Suet’s favorite material. The reading will be followed by an exceptional tasting of chocolates and confections provided by Montpellier-based chocolatier Thierry Papéreux.

Practical Information:

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Events organized by the Joint Documentation Service (SCD) and the Art & Culture Department.