

Silent Reading Club @ GenussArt
“Access to memories does not guarantee access to truth.”
— David Mitchell
Silent Reading Club is a gathering for people who enjoy reading together in public. All books and all readers are welcome.
Bring whatever you’re currently reading; a novel, poetry collection, essay, comic, academic text, e-reader, or anything else you’d like to spend a quiet hour with.
We’re building a small community of readers, thinkers, and quietly curious people in Tübingen; people who value depth, presence, and shared silence.
Please RSVP “yes” only if you’re planning to come, so we have a realistic idea of the group size.
📍 Location
GenussArt, Tübingen
📅 Date
Sunday, 19.07.2026
🧸 How to find us: We'll bet at GenussArt. We don't have a reserved table, but if this is your first time coming, there will be a teddy bear on the table. Feel free to come say hi! If you check in, you will get the latest info and contact information should you not be able to find us.
There’s no entrance fee, but since we’re meeting at a café, please order at least one item and don’t bring outside food or drinks 🙂
No quizzes, no pressure, no assigned books; just a group of book-loving people sharing a quiet hour of reading.
🕰 Agenda
10:30 – 11:00
Arrivals, ordering drinks/food, light social time
11:00 – 12:00
The Quiet Reading Hour
Silence is the star.
12:00 – 12:30
Optional social time
Share what you’re reading, talk about books, or simply keep exploring the pages.
🏡 House Guidelines
To keep the space calm and welcoming for everyone:
• Silence during the reading hour
• Please put phones on silent mode
• No calls or conversations during the quiet hour
• Arrive before 11:00 if possible to avoid disruptions
• Be kind, respectful, and mindful of the café and other guests