Make your Fridays more inspiring this November with Culture Fridays at the British Council Library! Enjoy a series of free Friday evening experiences featuring engaging book discussions and captivating films that spark curiosity, encourage meaningful conversations, and offer fresh perspectives. Whether you're a book lover, a film enthusiast, or simply looking to connect with like-minded people, Culture Fridays offers a welcoming space to explore ideas, share experiences, and celebrate creativity.
As part of the UK’s National Year of Reading – Go All In initiative, Culture Fridays celebrates the power of stories to inspire imagination, foster connections, and encourage lifelong learning. Join us as we bring books, films, and conversations together to make your Friday evenings more enriching, engaging, and memorable.
Where: British Council Library in Delhi and Kolkata
When: Friday evenings.
Who: Open to individuals aged 18 and above.
November schedule for New Delhi
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Book Club: Climate Justice by Mary Robinson What does climate justice look like, and whose voices need to be heard? Come together for a thought-provoking conversation as we share perspectives, explore ideas, and discover how collective voices and actions can help create a fairer, more sustainable future for all. Please note that this event is for audiences 18 years and above. Venue: The British Council Library in Delhi |
27 November 2026 4.30 p.m. to 6.00 p.m.
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November schedule for Kolkata
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Film screening: "Hamlet" Join us for a screening of Shakespeare's iconic tragedy and explore its enduring themes of power, morality, and human nature
Please note that this event is for audiences 18 years and above. Venue: The British Council Library in Kolkata |
13 November 2026 3.00 p.m. to 5.00 p.m. |
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Book Club: "The Power of Change: Rediscovering A Christmas Carol" Step into the world of Charles Dickens' most celebrated Christmas tale and explore a story that has inspired readers for generations.
Please note that this event is for audiences 18 years and above. Venue: The British Council Library in Kolkata |
27 November 2026 3.00 p.m. to 5.00 p.m. |
For more information, drop us an email at IndiaLibraries@britishcouncil.org or visit in person from Monday to Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., at our New Delhi and Kolkata centre.