July 31, 2024

Newsletter August 2024

Dear Friends,

How is your summer going? Feeling relaxed and looking to engage your mind and soul? This month, we invite you to explore the forest in its different facets through our online film series "Der Wald". With this inspiration and a refreshed spirit, consider participating in our Kant Essay Contest. The first prize is a scholarship for a language course at the Goethe-Institut in Germany. Additionally, take advantage of our diverse online offerings, all designed to provide thought-provoking experiences at your convenience.

Best regards,
Klaus Krischok
Director

Cultural Programs

 from left to right: © Real Fiction Filmverleih (Köln); © Wood Water Films; © Made in Germany Filmproduktion

August 1-31 | Online | Free Streaming in the US and Canada

Der Wald

The German Film Office’s present eight recent films that evoke what lies beneath the tree canopy. The forest can create a comfort zone that separates its residents from the upheavals of modernity (Wood and Water), societal norms (The Trouble with Being Born), or grief (Alaska). Discovering the forest’s secrets can evoke childish joy (Lene and the Forest Spirits) or horror (Sleep, The Silent Forest). In times of climate change, the forest is both a refuge and a danger (Afire). It is also a natural resource that can be exploited for profit (Lonely Oaks).

German Courses and Exams

Starting October 7 | Online

The Return of German Language Bookclubs

We are thrilled to announce the launch of new book clubs coming up in October! Whether you are a beginner or reading at a B2+ level, we have several options for you. Teenage learners at the A2 level will read “Lara and Robby in Leipzig”, while mystery lovers at the A1 and A2 levels can enjoy “Die Skorpionfrau”. Advanced readers (B2+) can join a mystery book group, with the title to be announced soon. Additionally, “Anne Frank – The Diary of a Young Girl” is a themed group for B1 level readers. Save your spot and connect with our language experts for more information.

Save Your Spot

German Language Courses

New Exam Dates

The Goethe-Institut USA is excited to announce the new dates for upcoming language exams! Whether you´re looking to certify your proficiency, or simply challenge yourself on your German language journey, these exams are the perfect opportunity to showcase your language skills. For more details and to register, please visit our website or connect with the team through [email protected].

Language Programs

Through October 3 | Online

Immanuel Kant Essay Competition

Attention, students in US high schools, colleges, and universities! Explore the profound ideas of Kant by participating in our essay competition, "Sapere Aude - Dare to Know through Reason". Top essayists will be awarded language course scholarships and an invitation to the German Embassy in Washington, DC. Essays can be submitted until October 3, 2024. Visit our website for more details and participation guidelines.

Participate

Online

Literary Reviews in GEGENÜBER

Booktubing

Our very own Marie-Pierre Poulin loves to read and presents her latest favorite books in this short video format. Delve into contemporary and classic German literature with our Booktubing column in GEGENÜBER – The Digital Magazine of the Goethe-Institut in North America.

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Director Klaus Krischok
1377 R St. NW, Suite 300
Washington, DC 20009, USA
Goethe-Institut Washington
Tel. +1 (202) 847 4701
Fax +1 (202) 847 4727
[email protected]