The Christmas season has arrived at the Regional Library in Pardubice in all its beauty. We began Advent with the traditional Children’s Book Day, which we connected this year with the theme of a magical Advent calendar.
Advent Calendar in Motion
This year, Children’s Book Day transformed into a living Advent calendar. Instead of paper windows, visitors opened the spaces of the library, the Příhrádek area, the House of Jonáš, and the Pardubice Castle, and behind each “door” there was a game, a challenge, or a creative activity waiting. Children engaged in playful and creative tasks, for which they received lovely rewards, including a one-year library membership. We were delighted to welcome a record number of new young readers.
Stories, Music, and Puppets
The program offered experiences for both children and adults. Markéta Havlová created a fairytale atmosphere with a story interwoven with music, and the puppet theatre Vodníkova Hanička came to life in the granary at Příhrádek. And for those who wished, there was a chance to take home a keepsake. A Christmas-themed photo booth provided joyful memories that visitors could bring home with them.
Příhrádek Filled with the Scent of Christmas
Příhrádek came alive with an Advent market, filled with the aroma of coffee from a family roastery, warm mulled wine, and Christmas punch. Visitors could purchase many beautiful gifts from local artisans. Everyone who bought something could also take home a book from our Book Bazaar.
Thank you for being a part of it
For all the joy you shared with us, we send a heartfelt thank you. The Advent atmosphere is created together, and this year, you gave it a true heart.
A special thanks goes to everyone who contributed to the Shoebox Project 2025. Your kindness brightened the day far more than the Christmas lights ever could.
Our gratitude also extends to the partners, organizers, and helpers who help us create this unforgettable start to Advent: the City of Pardubice, Advent with the Scent of Gingerbread, Europe Direct Pardubice, Gočár Gallery, East Bohemian Museum in Pardubice, and our amazing library team.
We look forward to all the upcoming days of Advent, which we will once again experience together with you.
