Viggo Mortensen's 2020 drama about a gay son and his homophobic father with dementia, screened by Seniorernes Biografklub with a video greeting from a filmmaker, refreshments and a guided discussion.
A community sing-along featuring Danish folk songs, accompanied by pianist Jørn Munksgaard and church singer Frank Pedersen.
A lecture on how West Germany built democracy after World War II while the legacy of the Gestapo continued to shadow the state and public trust.
A reading guide shares a text and poem aloud, followed by open conversation about how literature resonates with your thoughts and feelings.
Author Leif Davidsen discusses his new novel 'Requiem for Russia' and Russia's trajectory toward dictatorship and war, drawing on three decades of firsthand experience with the country.
A mini course for parents on children's digital life, screen time, and development. Professionals from PPR and the Knowledge Centre share practical insights and strategies.
Ellen Mortensen, the library's storyteller, celebrates her birthday with a morning of oral storytelling for adults featuring guest storytellers.
The children's librarian reads eerie stories by the Story Tree at the Dunkel festival.
A poetic children's theatre piece about a woman who meets Gaia and discovers hope amid the climate crisis. For children from 8 years old.
An adult literature discussion about dark stories. Come unprepared and share your thoughts and feelings with others.
Create your own manga art at this hands-on workshop. Learn about manga and anime history while drawing, with hot cocoa on hand.
Halloween celebration at Hovedbiblioteket with spooky stories, face painting, and creative activities for children aged 4 and up and their families.
A lecture exploring John Coltrane's evolution from hard bop pioneer to spiritual innovator and his profound influence on jazz history.
The library's manga enthusiast shares the history of Japanese comics, previews new titles, and takes requests from fans aged 15 and up.
Children aged 5-8 gather at Esbjerg Main Library for candlelit reading of a Nordic author's book, revealed on the day as part of the annual Nordic Literature Week.
Author Sanne Søndergaard discusses her ninth novel about a widow uncovering secrets in an architecturally significant house.
A Nordic storytelling event for children aged 4-7 at Hovedbiblioteket in Esbjerg, featuring tales of adventure and imagination from Nordic authors.
SDU lecturer Niels Bjerre-Poulsen analyzes the US midterm elections and their global implications in an open lecture.
Children aged 9-12 who voted for the Orla Prize 2026 can attend the award ceremony with snacks, quizzes and book recommendations.
Storyteller Ellen brings H. C. Andersen's classic tale of the Fir Tree to life, with a creative workshop where children build their own tree to take home.
A magical puppet theatre show with three charming tales about a baker's assistant, a circus rat, and a Christmas elf - filled with music and quirky humour for children aged 3-8.
A book club series where readers in Esbjerg and Ribe discuss the six novels nominated for the DR Romanprisen and vote on their favourite.
