This Poetry Reading session will explore a selection of poems focusing on boredom and hobbies.
Project Category: Past events
Japanese Calligraphy: ‘compete’
This Japanese Calligraphy workshop will focus on how competition is perceived in Japanese culture and its role in sports, work, and everyday life.
Gaming realities: how play reflects and reshapes society
This talk explores the intersection of gaming and sociology, thinking about how games can reflect and shape our societal understanding.
Nakama and Gambaru: Uniting through Spirit and Sport
This talk will explore the unique aspects of the Japanese mentality - Nakamu and Gambaru - and how it fosters a spirit of unity and perseverance in sports and other activities.
The Myths Behind Ancient Games
Come join us for a better understanding of the ancient roots of games and a sense of why games have always been an essential part of making sense of our world and the ways in which they remain a part of how we play today.
Neuroaesthetics: The Transformative Power of the Arts
By examining the neural underpinnings of our appreciation for beauty and aesthetics, this lecture aims to underscore the profound impact the arts can have on our overall health and quality of life.
The Ouija Board- Spine Chilling Entertainment
Despite its controversial reputation, the Ouija board remains a cultural touchstone, reflecting society's fascination with the afterlife and the paranormal. Are you ready for a lecture dedicated to this fascinating game? It might send some chills down your spine….
End Game: The Art of Marcel Duchamp
This talk explores how Duchamp visually integrated chess into his artworks and, more importantly, how he employed the fundamental strategies of chess into his art.
Hendrick Avercamp’s winter wonderlands: Game on!
This talk explores Avercamp's artworks showing crowds of people of different ages, religions and social classes engaged in common activities: skating, sledding, and playing games.
Poetry Reading: Game On!
Join our next Poetry Reading Night when we will enjoy reading aloud poems dedicated to reflections on games and pastimes.