Celebrate the right to read and the freedom found in books during Banned Books Week with this special film screening.
View a screening of the Academy Award-nominated short documentary film The ABCs of Book Banning.
In recent years, more than 2,500 books have been removed from school districts around the US, labeled as banned, restricted, or challenged, and made unavailable to millions of students. By no accident, the themes targeted are the usual scapegoats of the American Right—LGBTQ+ issues, Black History, and women’s empowerment—impeding the power of future generations to develop their own thoughts and opinions on critical social issues. By weaving together a lyrical montage of young readers and authors, The ABCs of Book Banning reveals the voices of the impacted parties, and inspires hope for the future through the profound insights of inquisitive youthful minds.
Heidi Smith, executive director of Highland Park Public Library, will answer questions following the screening.
Make an “I Read Banned Books” button before or after the film screening. Drop in from 6 – 8 p.m. in the lobby make a button!
Opening doors to information and imagination.
