Defending the Freedom to Read: The Librarians Film Screening & Discussion

Name: Defending the Freedom to Read: The Librarians Film Screening & Discussion
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Location: Main Library

Community Events Discussion/Q&A Lecture/Panel Movies/Film Teen Adult Senior Programs Library

Wednesday, Oct 7, 2026

5:30 PM - 8:00 PM

Main Library

601 Santa Monica Blvd.

Santa Monica, CA 90401

Multipurpose Room

Celebrate Banned Books Week with us at this film screening and discussion. First, enjoy the thought-provoking documentary The Librarians, which highlights the vital, often challenging, role librarians play in protecting access to diverse ideas and viewpoints. Film runtime: 92 mins.

Following the film, stay for a panel discussion about banned books and intellectual freedom featuring:

Erin Spivey, Librarian and Huntington Beach City Council Candidate
Charlie Jensen, Director of PEN America Los Angeles