About this Event
"The Librarians" Film Screening & Panel Discussion
Join us in person for an exciting evening featuring the Premiere screening of "The Librarians" in San Antonio, followed by a lively panel discussion with local librarians. Don't miss this unique chance to experience the film up close and engage in an informative chat afterward!
The film offers a look into the front lines of librarians emerging as first responders in the fight for democracy and free speech. In Texas only, 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.
Evening Schedule:
- 5:00 PM – Welcome Reception: Join us for light refreshments & snacks, and community conversation.
- 5:45 PM – Film Screening: Feature presentation of The Librarians (Runtime: 92 mins).
- 7:15 PM – Community Plática: A live panel discussion and Q&A immediately following the film.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Esperanza Peace & Justice Center, 922 San Pedro Ave, San Antonio, United States
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