Meetings with writers and discussions about literature and community spirit continue at the Klaipėda Culture Factory. On March 12, at 5:30 p.m., psychologist Sigita Valevičienė will visit the KUFA Reading Room to present her new book, Motinystės šešėliai (Shadows of Motherhood). This is a unique opportunity to meet a specialist with many years of experience, whose insights help families better understand and overcome the changes that accompany parenthood.

In her book Motinystės šešėliai. Ko nelauki, kai laukeisi. Kaip priimti pokyčius (The Shadows of Motherhood: What You Don't Expect When You're Expecting. How to Accept Change), the author shares not only insights based on scientific research, but also reflections on her many experiences of motherhood. Why can motherhood bring not only joy, but also anxiety or even depression? How do love, care, responsibility, and inner conflicts intertwine? These questions are analyzed through both personal stories and expert opinions.

The event is relevant for young families, mothers, and anyone who wants to better understand the challenges of parenthood. The book can also be useful for experienced parents or grandparents who are helping to raise the next generation.

Sigita Valevičienė is a mother of four children and a psychologist who has been working in the field of pregnancy and motherhood for more than two decades. She counsels expectant and current mothers, gives lectures, works with couples preparing for parenthood, and is a lecturer at the Postpartum Depression Center. The conversation will be moderated by cultural journalist Juta Kiudė.

KUFA Reading Room, which opened in February, aims to promote cultural discussions and bring book lovers together. It is a space for open conversations about literature and life.

Guests are invited to arrive early – a welcome drink and a cozy atmosphere await you. We look forward to seeing you all! The event is free of charge.

The year 2025 will be particularly important for Lithuania, as we will be celebrating the 150th anniversary of the birth of M.K. Čiurlionis.

On this occasion, the team behind Angelų takais presents the second part of the VR experience, continuing the exploration of the genius's work, entitled Pasaulių sutvėrimas (The Creation of Worlds).
➤ This experience will amaze you with even more advanced VR technology: the viewer becomes not only an observer, but also an active creator and guardian of the world. Floating through the world visible in Čiurlionis' paintings, you can choose the direction and height of your flight, chase clouds, or direct birds.
➤ This is a journey through new cycles: "The Creation of the World," "The City," "The Flood," "Fantasy," "The Snake Sonata," the triptych "Fairy Tale," and the highly anticipated "The King's Fairy Tale."
➤ The journey is accompanied by the music of M. K. Čiurlionis, interpreted by composers Rokas Zubovas and Phil Von, supplemented by sounds created by Vytautas Puronas, which evocatively draw you into the visual environment.

Ticket prices:
➤ E-ticket price: €15
➤ Purchased on site: €18
➤ Concession ticket: €10
  You can purchase tickets and reserve a time slot at: https://angelutakais.lt/klaipeda/#BILIETAI

➤ VR experience directors – Kristina Buožytė and Vitalijus Žukas.
➤ Session duration – 45 min.

Angelų takais (Angel Trails) and Pasaulių sutvėrimas (Creation of Worlds) are on display in Klaipėda at the Pojūčio Art Center, located on the first floor of the Culture Factory at Bangų g. 5A.

Working hours

II – IV 12:00 – 20:00
V 12:00 – 21:00
VI 11:00 – 21:00
VII 11:00 – 19:00 Closed
on Mondays.

For more information, visit www.angelutakais.lt or call +370 667 54630.

The author of the cult play "Išvarymas" (The Expulsion), writer Marius Ivaškevičius, continues the stories of Lithuanian emigrants in London in his latest novel "Išvarymas. Londono adata" (The Expulsion. The Needle of London). The KUFA reading room, a new initiative by the Culture Factory that brings readers and writers together for informal conversations on topics important in creativity and life, invites Klaipėda residents to meet the author. The meeting with M. Ivaškevičius at the KUFA Reading Room will take place on Saturday, February 15, at 3 p.m.

Marius Ivaškevičius is a well-known Lithuanian writer, playwright, and author of the play "Išvarymas" (The Expulsion) and the novels "Tomas Mūras" (Thomas More) and "Žali" (The Greens). A play based on Išvarymas was staged in 2011 and continues to be actively attended and discussed by audiences to this day. This work, which lays bare the reality of the lives of Lithuanians who have emigrated to London, has not lost its relevance over the past decade or so, as there is no family in Lithuania that has not been affected by emigration in one way or another. The author himself feels the undiminished relevance of "Išvarymas" and the depth of its themes, which is why he is presenting readers with a new novel that develops the plot of the now classic play. "Išvarymas. Londono adata" (The Expulsion: The London Needle) is Marius Ivaškevičius' latest work, which has already been praised by fans of both theater and literature.

The afternoon with the writer will be moderated by cultural journalist Juta Kiudė, who has hosted cultural programs on LRT RADIO and LRT KLASIKA for many years. This meeting is a great opportunity to ask the writer questions that are important to you and spend time with like-minded people who are interested in literature and theater. During the event, you will be able to purchase the book and get the author's autograph.

KUFA Reading Room will continue to host meetings with the most interesting and popular Lithuanian writers, striving to keep up with the cultural discussions taking place throughout Lithuania. Book lovers from Klaipėda and visitors to the city will meet their favorite writers and discover new ones. It will be a space where we can talk about important topics in literature and life without pathos.

We invite you to arrive a little earlier. Guests will be welcomed with a drink and an opportunity to relax in intellectual company. Lighthearted, but meaningful. We look forward to seeing you all!

The event is free of charge.

We invite you to spend Valentine's Day in a special way and surprise your significant other. 

On Valentine's Day, Hexa Cinema will be showing not only romantic virtual reality film PLAY LIFE, but also offering sweet gifts from Rūta. 

Buy two tickets to the February 14 screenings of ŽAISTI GYVENIMĄ (Playing Life) and receive a box of crunchy almonds with white chocolate "Žara" as a gift.

Hurry up – the number of festive tickets is limited  https://hexacinema.lt/valentino-diena/

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ABOUT THE FILM PLAYING LIFE 

What story lies behind the painting? Immerse yourself in cinema in virtual reality and find yourself in the surreal fantasy world of Algis Kriščiūnas.

During the half-hour VR film screening, you will not only see 20 paintings come to life, but also hear the story written by A. Kriščiūnas himself, narrated by well-known performers Mantas Jankavičius and Inga Jankauskaitė.

It is a nostalgic story, colored with memories and experiences, which gives meaning to the artist's creative thoughts and reveals a complex world of feelings.

Playing Life was featured in the competition program of the prestigious Venice Film Festival last year, won the Golden Alexander Award at the Thessaloniki International Film Festival in Greece, and was invited to various film industry events in Europe.

The film was created by a large team of Lithuanian film, computer graphics, and animation professionals.

360-degree immersive sensations and heart-stirring experiences – only at Hexa Cinema!

Announcement: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n27fAygA1n0