Every year, bookstores, libraries, universities, and organizations host engaging programs that spotlight censorship.
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Kick off Banned Books Week with a Community Read-In! Library staff and community guests will host a public storytime and read aloud from children's books that have been banned or challenged in the last decade. Adults, teens, and older kids are welcome to just bring a blanket or lawn chair and read together on the ... Read More
The freedom to read is under attack — let’s do something about it! On October 1-7, 2023, we’re asking everyone to take at least one action to help defend books from censorship and to stand up for the library staff and educators who make them available! 1) Thank a librarian! 2) Check out a banned ... Read More