PBS North Carolina Screening of THE LIBRARIANS
Schedule
Sat Apr 25 2026 at 12:00 pm to 02:30 pm
UTC-04:00Location
Durham County Main Library | Durham, NC
About this Event
PBS North Carolina and the Durham County Library proudly present an Indie Lens Pop-Up Screening of THE LIBRARIANS
Join us for a special screening and discussion featuring a new documentary from Independent Lens, THE LIBRARIANS.
When Texas lawmakers move to review and restrict library book lists, librarians across the country find themselves on the frontlines of a growing national battle over access to information.
THE LIBRARIANS is a timely and powerful documentary that examines the rising movement to challenge library collection standards particularly targeting books that address race, history, and LGBTQIA+ identities. Drawing on historical context and firsthand accounts, the film explores what these efforts mean not only for libraries, but for education, democracy, and public life in the United States.
Following the screening, join us for a community conversation and Q&A featuring librarians and educators. Together, we’ll discuss the real-world impact of book challenges, the role of libraries as civic institutions, and how communities can engage thoughtfully around issues of access, inclusion, and intellectual freedom.
Whether you’re a reader, parent, educator, student, or advocate for free expression, this event offers a safe space to learn, listen and connect around one of today’s most urgent cultural conversations.
Event Details:
Date: Saturday, April 25 at Noon
Time: Noon-2:30 PM
Location: Durham County Main Library located at 300 N. Roxboro Street, Durham
This is a FREE event, but registration is required via Eventbrite. Please reserve your seat(s) today! Questions abourt the event or how to register? Email Karen Nowak at [email protected].
Save the date! Register for another upcoming Indie Lens Pop-up screening event!
—Screening Event: Tuesday, March 10, at 6 PM at the Durham County Main Library
Watch Independent Lens Mondays, at 10PM, on PBS NC, and stream anytime the PBS app.
THE LIBRARIANS premieres on Indepenent Lens on PBS NC on Monday, February 9 at 10 PM (ET). Stream online and on the free PBS App.
THE INQUISITOR premieres on Indepenent Lens on PBS NC on Monday, February 23 at 10 PM (ET). Stream online and on the free PBS App.
Thank you to our event partner, Durham County Library.
This event was made possible with grant support from ITVS.
Where is it happening?
Durham County Main Library, 300 North Roxboro Street, Durham, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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