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The American Library Association’s annual Banned Books Week begins Oct. 6. The Library has partnered with the Cross Cultural and Gender Center African American and LGBTQ2+ Programs and Services, the Africana Studies Program, the College of Social Sciences, CineCulture, and the Arne Nixon Center for the Study of Children’s Literature to host a variety of events and programs that center the power of reading, libraries and education to liberate words and minds. All are welcome to attend and we hope to see you in the Library soon!
For full information on the following events, visit Fresno State Library News.
Once Upon an Indoctrination: A Short History of American Children’s Literature
Exhibit by the Library’s Arne Nixon Center for the Study of Children’s Literature, Teacher Resource Center, and Special Collections and Research Center.
Presenting a selection of American children’s literature from the 17th century — to present and asks: how did we get here?
- Oct. 6 - Oct. 24
- Library Diversity Lounge, second floor (north wing)
COSS Teach-in: Politicization of Public Libraries
This talk will explore some of the historical and contemporary roles public libraries play in upholding democratic principles.
- 10 - 11 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 7
- Library 2108
Liberate Words & Minds: A Banned Books Week Read-In
A public read-in to share a short passage from a banned or challenged book. Sign-up here to read.
- 2 - 4 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 9
- Library Diversity Lounge, second floor (north wing)
CineCulture: "The Librarians"(2025), film screening
Director Kim A. Snyder takes us to an unexpected front line where librarians emerge as first responders in the fight for democracy. Panel discussion to follow.
- 5:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 10
- Peters Educational Center Auditorium (in Student Recreation Center)
Docent Tour: Once Upon an Indoctrination: A Short History of American Children’s Literature with librarian and curator Karina Cardenas.
Get a closer look at the exhibit and learn more about the history of American children’s literature.
- Noon - 1 p.m. Monday, Oct. 13
- Library Diversity Lounge, second floor (north wing)
A Conversation With George M Johnson
Join us for a conversation between Fresno City College professor Dr. Apryl Lewis and George M. Johnson, author of "All Boys Aren't Blue, We Are Not Broken," and "The Flamboyants." This event is part of the Building Together initiative, a collaborative effort between Fresno State’s LGBTQ2+ Programs and Services and Fresno City College’s Pride Center.
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