Sab, 23 Mei
|Margin Library & Third Space
The Midnight Petals: Loving You Was Not the Hardest Part
Words, wine, and candlelight. A space for the unspoken—the love that carried the weight of the shift, the moments that were nothing like the picture, the things we've never said out loud to the people we love most—or maybe ourselves.
Time & Location
23 Mei 2026, 16.00 – 20.00
Margin Library & Third Space, Jl. Pejaten Barat Raya No.10, Ragunan, Ps. Minggu, Kota Jakarta Selatan, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta 12540, Indonesia
About the event
"I thought I knew what love was, until it actually arrived."
For the woman who has loved with everything she had, but doubted herself. For the man who shows up every day, quietly, and has never once been asked what that costs him. For the couple who came tonight, who lost their voice in the routine. For the heart still heavy with the toll of the last time.
Introducing The Midnight Petals
This is a space created for the "in-betweens"—for the half-formed thoughts, messy brain dump, longed written poetry, and the reflections that aren't quite ready for the world yet. We're coming together to slow down and remember what it feels like to simply put pen to paper.
In the glow of candlelight, we'll move away from our screens to focus on writing, reading, & conversing: the way ink sinks into the page and the steady rhythm of a resting mind.
With a glass of wine in hand, we'll sink into cozy corners, reading aloud or in quiet company, and letting conversation flow as unhurried as the evening itself.
This event is divided into two sessions
Session 1: The Writing Ritual
16:00 - 18:00
A guided writing workshop by Ink & Petals, held in a quiet, candlelit circle for anyone with something waiting to be put into words. We will move through a series of thematic prompts designed to help you write, breathe, and explore your thoughts as deeply as you choose. You will leave with a new piece of writing and the practical tools to continue your practice at home.
Writing workshop | IDR 165,000
Session 2: Wine, Read, & Convo
18:30 - 20:00
An open, curated reading session featuring a handpicked collection of books centered on romance, longing, and growth. You are invited to spend this time reading aloud to the group or simply sinking into the quiet, supportive company of others with a glass of wine in hand. Each book is included with your ticket to borrow and take home.
Wine, Read & Convo | IDR 100,000
FAQ
Do I need to be a writer to come?
Not at all. You just need to be willing to be honest on paper for a few hours. Some prompts will feel easy. Some will feel like you're writing something you weren't supposed to. That's exactly where we want to be.
Do I have to share what I write?
Nope. Sharing is always optional. The only rule is honesty on the page — what happens after that is entirely yours. However, we do encourage to share your story if you're comfortable.
What should I bring?
Just yourself. We provide the prompts, the paper, the pens, the books, and the wine. If you have a journal you love writing in, bring it — but it's not required.
Is the wine included?
Yes — one glass is included in your ticket. If you don't drink, no pressure at all. The wine is part of the ambience, not the expectation.
Do I need to return the book?
Yes. Books are available to rent and take home, but they belong to the Margin Library. The return date and process are handled directly between you and Margin Library — details shared on the night.