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7 upcoming free programs at 3 library venues in Roubaix — book clubs, talks, workshops and more. No booking for most, and nobody asks why you came on your own.

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Médiathèque de Roubaix - La Grand-Plage (4) · La Piscine - Musée d'Art et d' Industrie André Diligent (2) · La Piscine - Musée d'Art et d'Industrie André Diligent (1)

Médiathèque de Roubaix - La Grand-Plage4 upcoming

Sat21Nov
Free
LearningRoubaix
11:00–13:00

Citéphilo talk on conspiracy theories vs truth, Médiathèque, Roubaix

Médiathèque de Roubaix - La Grand-Plage

On Saturday 21 November 2026 at 11:00 the Médiathèque de Roubaix, La Grand-Plage, in Roubaix hosts a talk titled Théories du complot VS vérité, held in partnership with Citéphilo. The listing asks what happens to us when truth comes undone, and why conspiracy theories appeal just when everyone claims a critical mind. The speaker is Anthony Lantian, a researcher and lecturer in social psychology at Université Paris Nanterre, whose work helps explain these beliefs. According to the listing, they answer needs for meaning, control, distinction and certainty rather than simply explaining events. The session looks at how such beliefs weaken the conditions for a shared truth. Alice Musial moderates the conversation. Entry is free and open to all, and the session runs from 11:00 to 13:00 at 2 rue Pierre Motte. A talk like this is easy to follow alone, since you simply take a seat and listen. «Que nous arrive-t-il quand la vérité se défait ? Pourquoi les théories du complot séduisent-elles au moment même où chacun revendique son esprit critique ?» Starts 11:00, ends about 13:00. Source: OpenAgenda — Médiathèque de Roubaix (open data). The listing gives the entry as free and open to all, with the session running 11:00 to 13:00.

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Sat28Nov
Free
CultureRoubaix
10:30–12:30

Heritage Speed-Dating with Rare Library Treasures

Médiathèque de Roubaix - La Grand-Plage

Librarians bring unique documents out of the archives, and small groups of two or three rotate between them every time the bell rings. It is free with registration, and moving in little groups means you meet the other participants along the way.

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Sun29Nov
Free
LearningRoubaix
15:00–17:00

Création d'un carnet, craft workshop, La Grand-Plage, Roubaix

Médiathèque de Roubaix - La Grand-Plage

On Sunday 29 November 2026 at 15:00 the Médiathèque de Roubaix, La Grand-Plage, hosts a creative workshop called Création d'un carnet. The listing speaks to people who like small notebooks for jotting down reading notes, gift ideas or their wildest words. With paper, thread, a needle, some patience and a touch of creativity, participants make a small personal notebook of their own. The listing also suggests bringing your finest pen to fill it with a few rhyming words, a thought or warm wishes to offer to someone dear. Entry is free and the listing mentions no booking. The workshop runs from 15:00 to 17:00 at 2 rue Pierre Motte. A craft session like this is easy to attend alone, since everyone works on their own notebook at their own pace. «Avec du papier, du fil, une aiguille, un peu de patience, un brin de créativité, venez réaliser votre petit carnet personnel et original.» Starts 15:00, ends about 17:00. Source: OpenAgenda — Médiathèque de Roubaix (open data). The listing gives the entry as free (entrée libre).

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Thu3Dec
Free
CultureRoubaix
18:30–20:30

Dolly Parton documentary and country dance, Médiathèque, Roubaix

Médiathèque de Roubaix - La Grand-Plage

On Thursday 3 December 2026 at 18:30 the Médiathèque de Roubaix, La Grand-Plage, in Roubaix screens the documentary Dolly Parton : l'Amérique réconciliée by Nicolas Maupied, 52 minutes, made in 2024. The listing describes Dolly Parton as the undisputed queen of country music, who manages to bring together a fractured America through her extravagance and her openly held paradoxes, and as a queer and feminist icon with irresistible mischief. It notes that Taylor Swift claims her legacy and that her song Jolene was covered by the White Stripes and Beyoncé. The film is followed by a 30 minute demonstration and country dance introduction by the Roubaix club United Country Dancers. It belongs to the cycle MusicVideoArt!, run with Heure exquise!. Entry is free. The evening runs from 18:30 to 20:30. A film screening like this is easy to attend alone. «Découvrez le parcours d'une légende et d’une icône queer et féministe à l’irrésistible espièglerie.» Starts 18:30, ends about 20:30. Source: OpenAgenda — Médiathèque de Roubaix (open data). The listing gives entry as free and describes a 52-minute documentary followed by a 30-minute country dance session.

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La Piscine - Musée d'Art et d' Industrie André Diligent2 upcoming

Sat21Nov
CultureRoubaix
16:15–17:15

Guided visit, Ni Dieu ni maître !, La Piscine, Roubaix

La Piscine - Musée d'Art et d' Industrie André Diligent

On Saturday 21 November 2026 at 16:15 La Piscine, the museum of art and industry in Roubaix, offers a guided visit of its temporary exhibition Ni Dieu ni maître ! Arts et anarchie de Courbet à Banksy. The listing calls anarchism the first movement to challenge every form of authority and says the exhibition explores the links between anarchist movements and thought and the arts, from the nineteenth century to today, including painting, newspapers, fashion and music. It has the exceptional support of the musée d'Orsay, the Bibliothèque Nationale de France and the Archives Signac. The visit costs 4 euros plus the museum entry fee. There is no reservation: visitors sign up at the museum reception 30 minutes before the start, subject to places. The visit runs from 16:15 to 17:15 and takes place every Saturday. A guided visit is easy to join alone, since a small group follows the guide together. «Chaque samedi de 16h15 à 17h15, La Piscine vous propose une visite guidée de l'exposition temporaire en cours.» Starts 16:15, ends about 17:15. Source: OpenAgenda — La Piscine - Roubaix (open data). The listing gives 4 euros for the visit plus museum entry, no booking, sign-up at the desk 30 minutes before.

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Sat26Dec
CultureRoubaix
16:15–17:15

Guided tour of Ni Dieu ni maître ! at La Piscine, Roubaix

La Piscine - Musée d'Art et d' Industrie André Diligent

On Saturday 26 December 2026 at 16:15 La Piscine, the Musée d'Art et d'Industrie André Diligent in Roubaix, offers a guided tour of its current temporary exhibition, Ni Dieu ni maître ! Arts et anarchie de Courbet à Banksy. The listing describes anarchism as the first movement to challenge every form of authority and says the show explores the links between anarchist movements and thought and the arts in all their forms, including painting, newspapers, posters, fashion and music, from the nineteenth century to today. It adds that the exhibition has the exceptional support of the musée d'Orsay, the Bibliothèque Nationale de France and the Archives Signac. The tour runs from 16:15 to 17:15 and is offered every Saturday. The price is 4 euros for the visit plus the museum entry fee. There is no advance booking: visitors sign up at the museum reception 30 minutes before departure, subject to available places. A guided tour like this is easy to enjoy alone, since everyone follows the same guide. «Chaque samedi de 16h15 à 17h15, La Piscine vous propose une visite guidée de l'exposition temporaire en cours.» Starts 16:15, ends about 17:15. Source: OpenAgenda — La Piscine - Roubaix (open data). The listing gives the price as 4 euros for the tour plus museum entry, with sign-up at reception 30 minutes before.

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La Piscine - Musée d'Art et d'Industrie André Diligent1 upcoming

Sat19Dec
CultureRoubaix
16:15–17:15

Guided tour Ni Dieu ni maître ! at La Piscine, Roubaix

La Piscine - Musée d'Art et d'Industrie André Diligent

On Saturday 19 December 2026 at 16:15 La Piscine, the museum of art and industry in Roubaix, offers a guided tour of its current temporary exhibition, Ni Dieu ni maître ! Arts et anarchie de Courbet à Banksy. The listing says the tours take place every Saturday from 16:15 to 17:15. It presents anarchism as the first movement to challenge every form of authority and explains that the exhibition explores the links between anarchist movements and thought and the arts in all their forms, including painting, newspapers, posters, fashion and music, from the 19th century to today. It notes support from the musée d'Orsay, the Bibliothèque Nationale de France and the Archives Signac. The visit costs 4 euros plus the museum entrance fee. There is no reservation; visitors sign up at the museum desk 30 minutes before departure, subject to available places. A guided tour is easy to join alone, since visitors walk through the rooms as one group. «Chaque samedi de 16h15 à 17h15, La Piscine vous propose une visite guidée de l'exposition temporaire en cours.» Starts 16:15, ends about 17:15. Source: OpenAgenda — La Piscine - Roubaix (open data). The listing gives the visit price as 4 euros plus museum entry, with sign-up at the museum desk 30 minutes before the start.

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New in Roubaix?

How to use the library as a newcomer

  1. Get a card — it is usually free. Bring photo ID and a proof of address (rental contract, utility bill). Rules differ per library, so check the branch page first.
  2. Events rarely need a card. Talks, book clubs and language cafés are open to everyone; just walk in a few minutes early.
  3. Use it as your base. Free wifi, a quiet desk, notice boards with local groups, and often newspapers and courses in several languages.
  4. Go back to the same program. The second visit is when people remember your name.

Phrases in the local language for your evening: Phrases for tonight · Book clubs and silent reading

Questions people ask

Are library events in Roubaix free?

Almost all of them. The 7 upcoming programs on this page are public library events in Roubaix; most need no booking and no library card. Workshops with limited places say so on the official page.

Can I go to a library event in Roubaix alone?

Yes. Most people at library book clubs, talks and language cafés come alone, there is a host who starts the conversation, and nobody asks why you are there. Arrive a few minutes early.

How do I get a library card in Roubaix?

Usually it is free: bring photo ID and a proof of address (a rental contract or a utility bill) to any branch. Rules differ per library, so check the branch page before you go.

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