Democracy In Our Time
Events
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Democracy in Our Time: A Community Discussion of On Tyranny
Join us for a new monthly series that explores democracy. For our inaugural session, we'll host a community discussion of the book On Tyranny: Twenty Lessons from the Twentieth Century by historian Timothy Snyder. In this powerful bestseller, Snyder draws on the lessons of 20th-century history to offer urgent, practical guidance for recognizing and resisting…
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Democracy in Our Time: A Screening of Free For All: The Public Library
Join us for the debut screening in our new series Democracy in Our Time, featuring the powerful documentary Free for All: The Public Library. This film explores the vital role public libraries have played in shaping American democracy past and present. From the visionary women of the “Free Library Movement” to today’s librarians navigating the…
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Democracy in Our Time: The Art of Protest
Did you know that your right to protest is protected by the Constitution? Join us for a dynamic workshop where we’ll explore the history of protest movements, discuss the power of visual messaging, and design and create your own protest sign for a cause you care about. This program is open to teens and adults.