Austro-American Society for Styria

Upcoming/recent events

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Mar 2026

Guest Lecture by James Forsher "How to be a Film Detective"

Join us for the guest lecture by filmmaker James Forsher on March 23, 2026, from 5:00–6:00 PM, online via Zoom. The event is open to everyone; no sign-up required.

The talk introduces the fascinating world of archival footage—a term that includes any filmed material shot from the 1890s to the present. Participants will learn what archival footage is, where it can be found, and which basic legal issues should be considered when using it.

Time: 5:00-6:00 PM

Location: Online Via Zoom

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Apr 2026

Rod MacDonald Concert

Cafe Parkhouse, Stadtpark (Stadtpark 2, 8010 Graz)

Join us for the concert of American folk singer-songwriter Rod MacDonald. Known for his powerful storytelling and distinctive voice, MacDonald has been a respected figure in the folk and acoustic music scene for decades.

The concert takes place on April 16, 2026, at 7:00 PM at the Parkhouse Stadtpark.

The event is organized by Norbert Wally and supported by ÖAG Styria and the Center for Inter-American Studies.

Ongoing events

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Socrates Café

Bar Flora, Park Hotel Graz (Leonhardstraße 8, 8010 Graz)

Join us for our ongoing event, Socrates Café, on the first Wednesday of every month (holidays and times when people tend to be on vacation may necessitate changes).

This is a monthly discussion group, hosted by Nina Gettler, where topics are not dictated by a facilitator but are chosen by the attendees who bring their burning questions. While our questions tend toward the philosophical, this is not hard-core philosophy.

Time: 6:00 − 8:00 PM

Location: Bar Flora, Park Hotel, Leonhardstraße 8, 8010 Graz (walk past the reception desk, through a small seating area, and up a couple of steps).

Inter.Reading Book Club

The Inter.Reading Book Club is a book club open for everyone, this is why we called it `Inter´.Reading:

Inter.Generational
Inter.Disciplinary
Inter.National

We invite readers of all ages, from all disciplines and professions, and from all around the globe to join our group of passionate readers for regular meetings and discussions!

Latest News

Celebrating the Magic of Numbers

The magic of numbers was celebrated at ÖAG headquarters in Vienna on January 21, 2026: 80 years Austrian-American Society (ÖAG), 250 years signing of the Declaration of Independence, 5 regional ÖAG associations (Salzburg, Tyrol, Carinthia, Upper Austria, and Styria), 300 guests and 2 ambassadors.

2026/01/21 4:00 pm

PaN-Price 2025

On October 22, 2025, the Austrian-American Society was honored with the annual PaN Prize awarded by Austria’s Federal Ministry for European and International Affairs. Founded in 1946, the Society has long promoted friendship and understanding between Austria and the United States through a wide range of cultural and educational activities.

2025/10/22 4:00 pm

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