Between 2017 and 2020, the Youth Vision for Society (YVS) Association and Bookstore&Tea from Mangalia jointly organized a series of high-impact cultural events. The collaboration between these two entities enriched the local cultural landscape, offering diverse learning, entertainment, and personal development activities to the public.
Cultural projects
Workshops and conferences
Since 2017, YVS has been actively involved in organizing and co-organizing events hosted by Bookstore&Tea. These have included creative workshops for young people, conference series on current topics, and theater performances. These initiatives have attracted a diverse audience and provided valuable opportunities for self-expression and personal development.
Special guests
The events were attended by special guests such as Dumitru C-tin Dulcan, Sebastian Lăzăroiu, Grigore Cartianu and Dragoș Pătraru. They brought added value through stimulating discussions and meetings with prominent personalities, attracting a wide and diverse audience.
Literary events
Launch of the book "Muze și alte șiști": This debut work by Bianca Iordăchescu was launched during a special event, which brought together renowned writers from the region and created an atmosphere of deep literary appreciation.
„"Waltz of the Leaves of Longing": The debut book of Basarabian poet Mariana Păduraru was presented at an event moderated by the president of the Romanian Language Writers' Union, Diana Zlatna. The event was supported by YVS and included the participation of writers from the Solteris Arts Club in Mangalia.
Theater evenings
YVS and Bookstore&Tea collaborated with the local troupe Thaliamar to organize theater evenings. Among the plays performed were "Every Day" and "Monoloagele adolescentului", bringing to life various social and cultural themes through theatrical art.
Poetry recitals and tributes
National Culture Day: Annually, in January, Bookstore&Tea, with the support of YVS, celebrated the work of Mihai Eminescu through poetry recitals, marking 169 years since the birth of the great poet.
Homage to Professor Dr. Aldea Gheorghe: A tribute to this prominent member of the Mangalia community, war veteran and artist. Thematic events on history and art topics offered participants the opportunity to learn about his significant contributions.
Impact on the community
The collaboration between YVS and Bookstore&Tea has had a significant impact on the Mangalia community. The events organized have been a platform for young writers, artists and the general public, promoting culture, education and personal development. These activities have strengthened the cultural role of Bookstore&Tea and demonstrated YVS’s commitment to cultivating a robust community spirit.
Through their partnership, YVS and Bookstore&Tea have managed to enrich Mangalia's cultural scene, offering diverse and quality events that have attracted and inspired the public. This collaboration has been a successful example of promoting cultural and educational values, contributing to the development of a more informed and involved community.