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SUMMARY:April Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Black Book Club at Villa Vida invites Black readers in Vienna to gather for a thoughtful conversation around Theft by Abdulrazak Gurnah. \nIn this novel\, Gurnah explores memory\, belonging\, migration\, and the weight of personal history. The story follows characters whose lives shift through friendship\, betrayal\, and the search for dignity in a changing world. His writing offers sharp insight into colonial legacies and the emotional cost of displacement. \nThis gathering creates space for reflection\, dialogue\, and connection. You do not need to finish the book to participate. Come with curiosity and an open mind. \nWhat to expect\n• A guided discussion of Theft\n• Space to share perspectives and questions\n• A welcoming room for Black readers  in Vienna\n• Good conversation over coffee and community \nDate: April 11\nTime: 2:00 pm\nLocation: Villa Vida Café\, Vienna \nBlack Book Club at Villa Vida brings Black people together through literature by Black authors from across the globe. Each meeting centers on conversation\, community\, and shared learning. \nBring a friend. Bring your thoughts. Join the circle. 📚✨
URL:https://blackpeopleinvienna.com/event/april-book-club
LOCATION:Villa Vida\, Linke Wienzeile 102\, Wien\, 1060\, Austria
CATEGORIES:book club
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SUMMARY:May Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Our next book club pick is The Other Black Girl by Zakiya Dalila Harris – a gripping\, genre-blending novel about race\, office politics\, and the struggle to find belonging in overwhelmingly white spaces. \n🗓 Date: Saturday\, 24th May🕑 Time: Discussion begins promptly at 14:00\, but feel free to arrive from 13:30 to settle in and grab a drink📍 Location: Villa Vida Café\, Linke Wienzeile 102\, 1060 Vienna \nWhether you’ve read the whole book or just part of it\, come through and join the conversation! As always\, this is a space for Black people in Vienna to connect\, share\, and reflect. \nLooking forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://blackpeopleinvienna.com/event/may-book-club
LOCATION:Villa Vida\, Linke Wienzeile 102\, Wien\, 1060\, Austria
CATEGORIES:book club
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SUMMARY:Black Book Club - The Message by Ta-Nehisi Coates
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an engaging and insightful discussion at the Black Book Club as we explore The Message by acclaimed author Ta-Nehisi Coates. Coates\, known for his unflinching commentary on race and identity in America\, delivers a work that challenges societal norms\, provokes thought\, and inspires dialogue. \nAbout the Book\nThe Message invites readers to grapple with questions of systemic racism\, the enduring impacts of slavery\, and the personal and collective journey toward liberation. Through vivid storytelling and meticulous research\, Coates examines the complexities of being Black in a society shaped by historical and ongoing inequities. \nDiscussion Highlights:\n📚 Quotable Passages: \n\n“The fight for freedom is not won in a single generation. It is the burden we inherit\, but also the hope we must cultivate.”\n“To know your history is to understand your power and the power that has been denied.”\nThese powerful lines are just a glimpse into the poignant reflections we’ll discuss together.\n\n📚 Perspectives on the Palestinian Struggle:\nOne of the most compelling aspects of The Message is its nuanced reflection on global struggles for justice\, including parallels drawn between the Black American experience and the Palestinian fight for self-determination. Coates critiques systems of oppression on a global scale\, challenging readers to consider the interconnectedness of liberation movements. His empathetic exploration of the Palestinian struggle has sparked debate\, with some hailing it as a necessary broadening of the conversation on human rights\, while others critique its stance as polarizing. \n📚 Controversies and Conversations:\nThe book has sparked debate for its raw critique of American policies and social structures. Some readers laud Coates for his courage in addressing hard truths\, while others criticize him for what they perceive as a pessimistic tone. The discussion will provide a safe space to unpack these varied perspectives\, inviting critical and respectful dialogue. \n📚 Themes to Explore: \n\nThe intergenerational impact of systemic oppression.\nThe role of art and literature in shaping cultural awareness.\nThe tension between hope and despair in the fight for justice.\n\nWhether you’ve read the book cover to cover\, skimmed a few pages\, or simply want to listen and learn\, this event is for you. Together\, we’ll reflect\, challenge\, and uplift one another in a welcoming environment that celebrates Black voices and perspectives. \nCome ready to share your thoughts or simply soak in the conversation. Let’s explore The Message and its relevance to our lives and communities today. \nWe look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://blackpeopleinvienna.com/event/black-book-club-the-message-by-ta-nehisi-coates
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CATEGORIES:book club
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SUMMARY:Book Club: Mules & Men by Zora Neal Hurston
DESCRIPTION:Hi all\, our next book club read will be Mules and Men by Zora Neale Hurston. \nDate: 9th November\nTime: Book discussion will start at 14:00 sharp but you are welcome to arrive earlier (from 13:30)\nLocation: Afrieurotext Bookshop\, 1020 Wien
URL:https://blackpeopleinvienna.com/event/book-club-mules-men-by-zora-neal-hurston
LOCATION:AfriEuro Text\, Lassallestraße 20/Tür 3\, Vienna\, Vienna\, 1020\, Austria
CATEGORIES:book club
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SUMMARY:Black Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Immerse yourself in the world of Zora Neale Hurston at our next Black Book Club\, where we’ll be diving into her acclaimed autobiography\, *Dust Tracks on a Road*. This gathering offers a chance to explore the life and legacy of one of the most influential figures of the Harlem Renaissance\, even if you haven’t yet had the chance to read the book. \n*Dust Tracks on a Road* takes readers on a journey through Hurston’s early years in Eatonville\, Florida—the first all-Black town to be incorporated in the United States—where her inquisitive spirit was nurtured by a community that valued storytelling and independence. The book also provides a candid look at her rise as a prominent writer and anthropologist\, offering insights into her complicated relationships with race\, gender\, and identity. \nWe’ll discuss Hurston’s vibrant prose\, her keen observations on Black life in America\, and how her work continues to inspire and provoke thought today. Our conversation will touch on the significance of Eatonville in shaping her voice\, her controversial views on race relations\, and the impact of her literary contributions. \nThis is more than just a book discussion—it’s an opportunity to connect with others who appreciate the richness of Black literature and to celebrate the enduring relevance of Hurston’s work. Whether you’re familiar with Hurston’s writing or completely new to it\, you’ll find a welcoming space to engage with her story and share your perspectives. We look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://blackpeopleinvienna.com/event/black-book-club
LOCATION:Villa Vida\, Linke Wienzeile 102\, Wien\, 1060\, Austria
CATEGORIES:book club
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SUMMARY:Brunch & Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Since we had a hiatus for the summer\, we will have a combined Brunch and Book club as our welcome back event. Everyone in the group is welcome (all genders). It will be a potluck so bring a dish if you can but don’t stress if you can’t. \nWhen: Saturday\, September 1\, 1pm\nWhere: Marina’s Rooftop – Jungstrasse 8/46\, 1020 Wien \nWe will be eating first and discussing the book later. There will be many people there\, some discussing the book\, some not\, so please PSVP. If you are bringing a dish or drinks\, please mention it in the comments. \nFor this month’s book club\, we will be reading What It Means When A Man Falls From The Sky\, by Lesley Arimah. Please feel free to join us for an intimate discussion. \nLooking forward to enjoying the wonderful cuisine rooftop of our host – Marina. \n“One of the pleasures of reading Lesley Nneka Arimah’s debut collection is the feeling of being thrown off balance: not knowing where this playful and adventurous new talent will take you next. The 12 stories that make up What It Means When a Man Falls from the Sky are set in Nigeria and the US\, sometimes moving between the two (the author was born in the UK\, has lived in Nigeria and is now based in the States). Arimah’s focus is on the lives of girls and women\, and while her perspective is often bleak\, the collection is bracing and varied.” – https://www.theguardian.com/books/2017/sep/02/what-it-means-when-man-fallsfrom-the-sky-lesley-nneka-arimah-review \nhttps://www.amazon.com/What-Means-When-Man-Falls/dp/0735211027?tag=midl2103-20 \nhttps://www.goodreads.com/book/show/31522415-what-it-means-when-a-man-falls-from-the-sky \nHere is the title story https://static1.squarespace.com/static/565c3d39e4b027c789ba5b70/t/5731ee5a9f7266896301bec7/1462890076439/What+It+Means+When+A+Man+Falls+From+The+Sky+-+Arimah.pdf
URL:https://blackpeopleinvienna.com/event/brunch-book-club
LOCATION:jungstrasse 8\, jungstrasse 8\, vienna\, vienna\, Austria
CATEGORIES:book club,sister's brunch
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SUMMARY:Book Club
DESCRIPTION:For this month’s book club\, we will be reading What It Means When A Man Falls From The Sky\, by Lesley Arimah. Please feel free to join us for an intimate discussion. \n“One of the pleasures of reading Lesley Nneka Arimah’s debut collection is the feeling of being thrown off balance: not knowing where this playful and adventurous new talent will take you next. The 12 stories that make up What It Means When a Man Falls from the Sky are set in Nigeria and the US\, sometimes moving between the two (the author was born in the UK\, has lived in Nigeria and is now based in the States). Arimah’s focus is on the lives of girls and women\, and while her perspective is often bleak\, the collection is bracing and varied.” –https://www.theguardian.com/books/2017/sep/02/what-it-means-when-man-fallsfrom-the-sky-lesley-nneka-arimah-review \nhttps://www.amazon.com/What-Means-When-Man-Falls/dp/0735211027?tag=midl2103-20 \nhttps://www.goodreads.com/book/show/31522415-what-it-means-when-a-man-falls-from-the-sky \nHere is the title story https://static1.squarespace.com/static/565c3d39e4b027c789ba5b70/t/5731ee5a9f7266896301bec7/1462890076439/What+It+Means+When+A+Man+Falls+From+The+Sky+-+Arimah.pdf \n  \nThe location will be given directly to you after you RSVP
URL:https://blackpeopleinvienna.com/event/book-club
CATEGORIES:book club
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