September 29, 2024

Newsletter October 2024

Dear Friends,

As the days grow shorter and the season shifts, we reflect on the changes in our societies and examine how we live together. This month at the Goethe-Institut Washington, we invite you to join us for a thought-provoking discussion featuring German migration researcher Mark Terkessidis and social justice activist Katea Stitt, who will delve into the effects of migration and the opportunities and challenges of a pluralistic society in both Germany and the U.S.
October also marks German Unity Day which we will celebrate with a special screening of the film classic "Goodbye, Lenin!", a poignant exploration of identity and transformation.
In addition to these highlights, we offer you numerous events —both in-person and online— designed to explore transatlantic perspectives as well as a NEW edition of our digital magazine GEGENÜBER with insightful stories about migration and belonging. We look forward to seeing you and hearing from you!

Best regards,
Klaus Krischok
Director Goethe-Institut Washington
Regional Director North America

Cultural Programs

Sep 30 | 1pm EDT | Book Presentation with Discussion | on Zoom

"Brothers and Ghosts" by Khuê Pham

Join online and meet ZEIT editor and author Khuê Pham who will read from her debut novel „Brothers and Ghosts“ (Scribe Publications) and discuss her book as well as aspects of belonging with THE NEW YORKER contributor Joshua Yaffa.

Oct 3 | 6pm | Film Screening | Goethe-Institut Washington | in-person

Goodbye, Lenin!

Join us at the Goethe-Institut Washington this October for a special film series celebrating 70 years of German cinema abroad with the best and most successful German films. Celebrate German Unity Day and watch "Goodbye, Lenin!" with us.

Oct 10 | 6pm | Film Screening | Goethe-Institut Washington | in-person

All Quiet on the Western Front

Join us for an Oscar-winning adaptation of Erich Maria Remarque's classic anti-war novel. Experience the harrowing journey of young German soldier Paul Bäumer as he faces the brutal realities of WWI.

Longing/Belonging Event - Talk with migration researcher Mark Terkessidis and Katea Stitt Program Director for Pacifica Radio

Oct 15 | 6.30pm | Discussion | Goethe-Institut Washington | in-person and online

The Political Potential of Multiplicity

We invite you to join us for an engaging conversation with Mark Terkessidis and Katea Stitt at the Goethe-Institut in Washington. Mark Terkessidis, a renowned German journalist and migration researcher, will share his insights on the societal concepts of “multiplicity” and “collaboration.” The discussion will be expertly moderated by Katea Stitt, a social justice activist and Program Director at WPFW / Pacifica Radio.

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Oct 21 | 7pm | Film Screening / Q&A | Goethe-Institut Washington | in-person

Elbow

Come join us for a special film screening of ELBOW – the story of a young woman who is pushed out of society and has to reset the course of her life. The screening will be followed by a Q&A and discussion with the film's director, Aslı Özarslan. This event is part of the GEGENÜBER festival LONGING/BELONGING.

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BOOK TALK with Marje Zschiesche-Stock about the novel "Where You Come From"

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Oct 28 (in German) & 29 (in English) | 8pm EDT | Book Talk | on Zoom

Where You Come From

Explore Saša Stanišić's award-winning novel “Herkunft” (Where We Come From) with us! This online event will discuss themes of identity and migration as part of the “Longing/Belonging” festival.
All are welcome! Literature expert Marje Zschiesche-Stock will share excerpts and facilitate discussion. Bring three questions if you’ve read the book! Interested in reading “Herkunft” in German? Check our digital library ONLEIHE!

Detail of (from left to right) ‘Smoke’ by Anne Smith, ‘Chamarra Diptych: Observe and Reverse’ by Paloma Vianey, and ‘A Little DNA Goes a Long Way’ by Tina Villadolid.

Mid Oct | Goethe-Institut Washington | during opening hours

LONGING/BELONGING Exhibition

The Goethe-Institut Washington has invited local artists Anne Smith, Tina Villadolid, and Paloma Vianey to respond to the LONGING/BELONGING Festival themes. Stay tuned for more information on their work, which will be on view to the public this autumn, and upcoming opportunities to hear directly from the artists.

German Courses and Exams

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Starting in October | German Language Clubs | online

Exciting new German Language Courses

The Online Language Course Team is thrilled to announce exciting updates for the German language fall term! In addition to our online group courses, we are introducing brand-new specialized offerings: the Online German Language Clubs! You will find Book Clubs and Online Video Clubs tailored to different language levels, as well as an Online Pro Club for advanced learners (C1/C2). Don’t miss out on our special Phonetic Workout (A1-C1). If you are signed up for an online group course starting in September, you will receive a 50% discount on all Club offerings.

Online

Sep-Nov | Gegenüber Festival | online and/or in-person events

LONGING / BELONGING

We are highlighting stories of migration and belonging through art and discussions from Germany and North America. Find all events on our new festival website. LONGING / BELONGING is a festival of GEGENÜBER – the online magazine of the Goethe-Institut in North America.

Delve into it

New Edition of GEGENÜBER | Free Magazine | online

Belonging

In our latest edition of the online magazine GEGENÜBER we explore stories of migration and the new roots as well as aspects of exclusion that are not foreign to anyone, yet carry different weights. It also questions whether the concepts of “native” versus “migrant” remain valid.

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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
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