Documentary Screening & Discussion: The Librarians, a film by Kim A. Snyder
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In recognition of Banned Book Week, join us for a special film screening at the library as we come together to enjoy an engaging and thought-provoking movie. Following the film, attendees will have an opportunity to stay for informal discussion and reflection with Librarians Marta Brunner, Amy Carpenter and Karin Howansky. This free program is open to all community members and offers a welcoming space to explore ideas, stories, and perspectives through film. Thank you to our community partner, Skidmore College.
Light refreshments may be provided. Please register online: https://sspl.libcal.com/event/17210594
Summary From Kanopy:
Librarians emerge as first responders in the fight for democracy and our First Amendment Rights. As they well know, controlling the flow of ideas means control over communities.
In Texas, the Krause List targets 850 books focused on race and LGBTQIA+ stories – triggering sweeping book bans across the U.S. at an unprecedented rate. As tensions escalate, librarians connect the dots from heated school and library board meetings nationwide to lay bare the underpinnings of a large-scale coordinated extremist movement fueling the censorship efforts. Despite facing harassment, threats, and laws aimed at criminalizing their work – the librarians’ rallying cry for freedom to read is a chilling cautionary tale.
Kanopy Link https://www.kanopy.com/en/saratogasprings/video/16408638
Kanopy uniquely provides PPR* which helps libraries create strong community engagement through programming events and other uses through your library.
Light refreshments may be provided. Please register online: https://sspl.libcal.com/event/17210594
Summary From Kanopy:
Librarians emerge as first responders in the fight for democracy and our First Amendment Rights. As they well know, controlling the flow of ideas means control over communities.
In Texas, the Krause List targets 850 books focused on race and LGBTQIA+ stories – triggering sweeping book bans across the U.S. at an unprecedented rate. As tensions escalate, librarians connect the dots from heated school and library board meetings nationwide to lay bare the underpinnings of a large-scale coordinated extremist movement fueling the censorship efforts. Despite facing harassment, threats, and laws aimed at criminalizing their work – the librarians’ rallying cry for freedom to read is a chilling cautionary tale.
Kanopy Link https://www.kanopy.com/en/saratogasprings/video/16408638
Kanopy uniquely provides PPR* which helps libraries create strong community engagement through programming events and other uses through your library.
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Where is it happening?
49 Henry St, Saratoga Springs, NY, United States, New York 12866
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Host or PublisherSaratoga Springs Public Library
