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Banned Books Book Group
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About This Event
The Banned Books book group reads a mix of books that have been challenged or banned. Some are recent books that are facing challenges in classrooms and libraries right now; others are books that have been targeted over the decades. While we will spend most of our time discussing each book as a work of literature, we will also (at least briefly) discuss the efforts against it and why people feel threatened by the themes, characters, and/or events in it. By participating in the group, you are agreeing to listen respectfully to others’ ideas and opinions. If you tend to be in favor of restricting access to books for anyone, including children, this is probably not the group for you. WHERE: In-person at Women & Children FirstWHEN: The second Monday of every month, at 7PMHOW TO JOIN: Just come! Or, contact this book group's co-facilitator Karlee at karlee@womenandchildrenfirst.com.SCHEDULE: Sept 14: Two Boys Kissing by David LevithanOct 12: Beloved by Toni MorrisonNov 2: The Marrow Thieves by Cherie Dimaline Dec 14: Hood Feminism by Mikki KendallJan 11: Hurricane Child by Kacen CallenderFeb 8: The Awakening by Kate ChopinMar 8: Fun Home by Alison Bechdel
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Women & Children First
Women & Children First believes in the transformative power of literature. As intersectional trans-inclusive feminists, we believe books are tools for liberation. Since 1979, we have celebrated and amplified underrepresented voices.
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