Cocktails & Conversation: Banned Books Edition

Schedule

Thu Oct 09 2025 at 07:30 pm to 10:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Memphis Public Libraries - Cossitt Branch (Cossitt Branch 33 S Front Street) | Memphis, TN

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Join the Memphis Library Foundation will host a provocative evening where banned books meet bold bites and beverages. “Cocktails & Conversation” pairs iconic censored works with inspired culinary creations—from Fahrenheit 451's fiery mezcal margarita to The Bluest Eye's soulful lavender lemonade.
Wander through immersive zones like The Censored Lounge, The Banned Book Gallery, and The Liberation Stage, where literature, activism, and artistry collide. Explore why these powerful stories were once silenced—and why they still matter.
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Where is it happening?

Memphis Public Libraries - Cossitt Branch (Cossitt Branch 33 S Front Street), 33 South Front Street,Memphis, Tennessee, United States

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