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title: "Electric words: literature, rock, and counterculture"
description: "A free literary café in Suba about literature, rock, and counterculture. Rethink your favorite songs at this free event in Bogotá. See the source."
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date: "2026-09-25T17:00:00-05:00"
category: "Music"
source: "BibloRed"
canonical: "https://quehacer.enbogota.app/en/evento/palabras-electricas-literatura-rock-y-contracultura"
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# Electric words: literature, rock, and counterculture

- **When:** Fri, Sep 25, 5:00 PM
- **Where:** Biblioteca Pública Francisco José de Caldas - Suba · Suba
- **Price:** Free
- **Category:** Music
- **Organizer:** BibloRed
- **Source:** [BibloRed](https://biblored.gov.co/programate/palabras-electricas-literatura-rock-y-contracultura-2)

## About this plan

What if rock can also be read? That question drives the Electric Words series at the Francisco José de Caldas Public Library in Suba, Bogotá. It is a literary café that connects songs, poems, novels, essays, and biographies with the history of the genre, from its international roots to its landing in the Bogotá scene.

The starting point is the 30-year run of Rock al Parque, the largest free festival in Latin America. That history gives us a reason to explore the voices that told the city, youth, and rebellion through rock. We will talk about love, unrest, and shifts in the times, but mostly about the lyrics that give those themes meaning.

This is a space to hear songs in a new way and discover the stories living behind them. If you love music and reading, this free plan in Bogotá is for you.

- Free literary café, no ticket needed
- A crossroads of literature and rock
- 30 years of Rock al Parque as the thread
- Voices, essays, and memories from the Bogotá scene

## Who it's for

Readers, music lovers, and the curious who want to understand rock beyond the sound. A great fit for fans of Bogotá cultural history and anyone who likes free plans built around good conversation.

## Tips

- Arrive early to get a good seat in the room
- Bring a notebook if you like jotting down references and lines
- Check the library schedule to confirm the time and room
- Pair the visit with a walk through Suba's cultural offerings

## FAQ

**Is Electric Words free?**

Yes, entry is open to everyone. Arrive early to secure a good seat in the room.

**Where does Electric Words: literature, rock, and counterculture take place?**

At the Francisco José de Caldas Public Library, Suba branch, in Bogotá. Check the exact address and directions on the official BibloRed page.

**When is the literary café about rock?**

The scheduled date is September 4. Confirm the day and time on the source page before you go, since the schedule can change.

**Is this a good plan for families or friends?**

It is an open talk suited for teens and adults who care about music and reading. Small kids may not enjoy the style of conversation.

**How do I sign up or reserve a spot?**

No tickets needed. Just show up at the library on the day of the event. For more details, check the official post on BibloRed.

**Is there a connection to Rock al Parque?**

Yes, the series uses the 30-year run of Rock al Parque as its starting point to talk about the memory of rock in Bogotá and Colombia.

> Dates and prices may change. Always confirm on the source page.