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In-person
Arts & Culture
Politics
The Librarians
Friday, Feb. 27, 2026
6:30pm to 8:30pm
Tickets are under $20
Selected as a Taproot pick
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Selected as a Taproot pick
Organized by:
Edmonton Public Library
and Metro Cinema
Feb.
27
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.
8712 109 Street NW
Edmonton, AB, T6G 1E9
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