Thursday, Apr 16, 2026 | 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Film Screening of PBS Documentary The Librarians

  • Add to Calendar Film Screening of PBS Documentary The Librarians 04/16/2026 17:00 04/16/2026 20:30 See event details at https://librarylearning.org/event/2026-04-16/film-screening-pbs-documentary-librarians MM/DD/YYYY Rockford Public Library (Nordlof Center) CONFIRMED OPAQUE
Promotional flyer for event showing pictures of panel speakers, sponsor logos, and film cover.

About This Event

Join us for a powerful screening of The Librarians, a documentary that captures the frontline struggle for the freedom to read. As book challenges escalate across the country, this film connects the dots between heated board meetings and the extremist movements fueling censorship efforts.

It is a chilling cautionary tale of professionals facing harassment, threats, and even criminalization—yet refusing to let their rallying cry for intellectual freedom be silenced.

To view/print the event flier, click here.

Special Q&A Discussion
Stay after the credits for a deep-dive conversation featuring:

Martha Hickson: Featured librarian and advocate (joining via Zoom)
Dr. Emily Knox: Author and censorship expert (joining via Zoom)
Kelly Jensen: Editor and advocate
Monica Harris: Executive Director of RAILS

Lorene Kennard: Information Services Manager at RPL (moderator)

Event Details
Admission: Free Admission for all guests.
Perks: The first 50 attendees will receive a complimentary library-themed tote bag!
Sponsors: Proudly presented by the Rockford Public Library Foundation, RAILS, and LIRE.

Whether you are a librarian, library staff, or a concerned community member, this is a vital opportunity to watch this story unfold on the big screen and engage with the leaders fighting for our right to read.

Details

PDH Available
No
Use L2 for Registration
No
Event Type(s)
Special Event
Sponsor
LIRE Rockford: Library Inclusivity, Rights, and Empowerment
Topic(s)
Advocacy
Contact Hours
3.50 hours