Discover Something New
Happening at the Library
June 2024
This June we have a a wide range of interactions planned with you.
- Curator of the Month
The Library@Koota launches its newest initiative – a way for you to shape the library. From this month on – our books now come with a personality!Introducing: Curator of the month!
Every month one of our members will curate the books we get and share their passion for these books and the thoughts and ideas they prompt.
Your requests for books are still welcome.
This month’s curator:
Sruthi Krishnan , a writer and researcher whose book loving heart sees no genre and beats for both Nisha Susan and Noam Chomsky. - Book Talks
We have two book talks this month.- 1700 in 70 by Gita Balakrishnan, which is her book launch!
- Script Your Life Your Way by Sumita B and Ragini Rao
- Game night
Follow our broadcast group to be updated on more events. To become a member email us on meet@courtyardkoota.com
Our June Picks
Beyond Books
The Library @ Koota was initiated by the community, and has now evolved into a a more layered program. A community space that goes beyond books and information, it encourages participation and creation of experiences that inspire learning. Apart from being home to books and films, the library is a platform for sharing skills and knowledge from within the neighborhood.
The library has grown into a space for professionals as well as amateurs to share their passion and expertise. Authors sharing their work, through readings and workshops, presentations on topics of interest, activities for different age groups. Working in tandem with the prevalent theme at Koota, we have seen science fiction complement the theme of astronomy and a session on Kenneth Anderson during wildlife month. We hold events to inspire and spark the imagination and that bring the community together. Book picnics, Game nights, theme based events all bring the lively energy required to sustain an idea like this.
We have a fledgling collection of titles across genres, for all age groups. The Library functions on an annual subscription model and the resources are used to purchase new books. We also receive books from members that add to our burgeoning collection. We have a cosy reading room where members are welcome to spend time reading and discussing. The children’s corner with bean bags and cushions is a popular hangout.
At the Library
Book Talks
Nisha Susan in conversation with Rahel Rao
Author signings
KR Meera at Courtyard Koota