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Library events in Alès, walk in alone.

5 upcoming free programs at 2 library venues in Alès — book clubs, talks, workshops and more. No booking for most, and nobody asks why you came on your own.

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Libraries in Alès and what's on

Médiathèque Alphonse Daudet (3) · Médiathèque Alphonse Daudet - Forum (2)

Médiathèque Alphonse Daudet3 upcoming

Tue1Dec
CultureAlès
14:30–16:00

Ciné-conference on Cuba, Hasta siempre, Alès library

Médiathèque Alphonse Daudet

On Tuesday 1 December 2026 at 14:30 the Médiathèque Alphonse Daudet in Alès welcomes a ciné-conference organised by Altaïr, built around the film Cuba, Hasta siempre by Nicolas Pelis. Beyond the postcard of old American cars, pastel facades and salsa, the film looks at the island's present crisis: the embargo, the economic collapse, power cuts and shortages. It travels from Havana to the Viñales valleys, Trinidad and Santiago de Cuba, and gives the floor to people living through a difficult and uncertain transition. The listed price is 5 euros. Films shown this way usually come with a presenter and an exchange with the audience, so it is a calm afternoon alone with a ready topic for conversation. «Ciné-conférence « Cuba, Hasta siempre ». Proposée par Altaïr. Un film de Nicolas Pelis.» Starts 14:30, ends about 16:00. Source: OpenAgenda — Alès Agglomération (open data).

Tue12Jan
LearningAlès
14:30–16:00

Travel Film and Talk: French Guiana, a Gem in the Amazon, in Alès

Médiathèque Alphonse Daudet

A travel film and talk takes you by plane, canoe and on foot through French Guiana, along old forest tracks to traces of the penal colony and gold mines, and to meet the Kali'na people. It is held at the town's media library. Admission is 5 euros, and film talks like this attract many people coming on their own.

Tue2Feb
LearningAlès
14:30–16:00

Travel film and talk: the Route des Grandes Alpes, Alès

Médiathèque Alphonse Daudet

The Altaïr travel-film series stops at the Alphonse Daudet media library with «Les Alpes, ambiance des cimes», a film by Marie-Thérèse and Serge Mathieu built around the Route des Grandes Alpes: 700 kilometres and 16 high passes from Thonon-les-Bains on Lake Geneva to Menton on the Mediterranean, with detours for encounters with the people who live and work up there in every season. The filmmakers introduce the film and take questions afterwards, as is the custom with these ciné-conférences. Tuesday afternoon, tickets €5 at the door; information on 04 66 56 42 52. «Ciné-conférence «Les Alpes - Ambiance des cimes»» Starts 14:30, ends about 16:00. Source: OpenAgenda — Alès Agglomération (open data).

Médiathèque Alphonse Daudet - Forum2 upcoming

Sat28Nov
Free
CultureAlès
14:30–16:30

Behind the scenes of Death Master, manga talk, Alès library

Médiathèque Alphonse Daudet - Forum

On Saturday 28 November 2026 at 14:30 the Forum of the Médiathèque Alphonse Daudet in Alès welcomes a meeting with a manga artist about the behind-the-scenes of Death Master, an independent shōnen manga that mixes fantasy, varied cultures and reflections on death. Léa Larguier looks back on her career, her experience in independent publishing and the steps of creating the manga, from writing the script to drawing the pages. She shares the challenges she met and the realities of working as a mangaka in France. The meeting is followed by time for questions from the audience and a signing session in partnership with the bookshop Ales BD. The listing gives entry as free within the limit of available places, and a phone number, 04 66 91 20 30, is given for registration. The event runs from 14:30 to 16:30. A talk like this is easy to attend alone, since fans and curious visitors share the same interest and the questions break the ice. «La rencontre sera suivie d’un temps d’échange avec le public et d’une séance de dédicaces en partenariat avec la librairie Ales BD.» Starts 14:30, ends about 16:30. Source: OpenAgenda — Médiathèque Alphonse Daudet (open data). The listing gives entry as free within the limit of available places.

Tue1Dec
LearningAlès
10:30–12:00

Digital café on using health services online, Alès

Médiathèque Alphonse Daudet - Forum

On Tuesday 1 December 2026 at 10:30 the Médiathèque Alphonse Daudet in Alès holds a Café numérique called My health on the web. The workshop shows how to use the main digital health services: booking an appointment with a health professional, reading test results, finding your documents and accessing your health records online. It also covers good habits for protecting personal data. It is run with the digital public space of the Alès agglomeration, and it is open to beginners and to more experienced users. The listing says there is no registration, subject to places available, and does not state a price. The library is a calm place to go alone, and a small practical session makes it easy to ask questions of the staff and other participants. «Café numérique : Ma santé sur le web. Sans inscription, dans la limite des places disponibles.» Starts 10:30, ends about 12:00. Source: OpenAgenda — Médiathèque Alphonse Daudet (open data).

New in Alès?

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 Alès free?

Almost all of them. The 5 upcoming programs on this page are public library events in Alès; 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 Alès 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 Alès?

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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