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In-person Arts & Culture Politics

The Librarians

Friday, Feb. 27, 2026
6:30pm to 8:30pm

Garneau Theatre

film panel discussions

Tickets are under $20
Selected as a Taproot pick

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Organized by: Edmonton Public Library and Metro Cinema

Feb.
27

A Freedom to Read Week screening of Kim A. Snyder's 2025 documentary following a group of librarians in the US uniting to combat book banning amid unprecedented censorship, followed by a panel discussion moderated by CBC's Tara McCarthy.

We're also passionate about our partnerships, which is why we're incredibly excited to be partnering with Metro Cinema on a special event during Freedom to Read Week. On Friday, Feb 27th, Metro Cinema and Edmonton Public Library will be showing Kim A. Snyder's 2025 acclaimed documentary The Librarians, which follows a group of librarians in the United States uniting to combat book banning amid unprecedented censorship in Texas, Florida, and beyond.

Garneau Theatre

8712 109 Street NW
Edmonton, AB, T6G 1E9

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