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Trailblazers in Conversation with Amanda Jones, author of "That Librarian"

2025-04-10 18:00:00 2025-04-10 19:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Trailblazers in Conversation with Amanda Jones, author of "That Librarian" In celebration of National Library Week, join County Librarian Skye Patrick in conversation with Amanda Jones, author of That Librarian: The Fight Against Book Banning in America. Virtual Program -

Thursday, April 10
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-04-10 18:00:00 2025-04-10 19:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Trailblazers in Conversation with Amanda Jones, author of "That Librarian" In celebration of National Library Week, join County Librarian Skye Patrick in conversation with Amanda Jones, author of That Librarian: The Fight Against Book Banning in America. Virtual Program -

In celebration of National Library Week, join County Librarian Skye Patrick in conversation with Amanda Jones, author of That Librarian: The Fight Against Book Banning in America.

In 2021, Amanda Jones was named School Library Journal’s School Librarian of the Year. In 2022, she was receiving harassment and death threats for defending her students’ right to read. Not content to idly let that fly, Amanda took her harassers to court and sued them for defamation, and while her case was dismissed, her cause carries on.

Amanda will discuss the inspiration behind her book, the importance of libraries in fostering access to information, and why unrestricted access to ideas and information is crucial for a healthy democracy. With firsthand experience of the challenges librarians face in today’s polarized climate, Amanda will offer a candid look at the intersection of censorship, education, and the right to explore ideas freely. Whether you're passionate about literature, education, or protecting intellectual freedom, this conversation will offer vital insights into the fight to preserve the core values that libraries represent.

Virtual Program


Hours
Mon, Apr 21 7:00AM to 6:00PM
Tue, Apr 22 7:00AM to 6:00PM
Wed, Apr 23 7:00AM to 6:00PM
Thu, Apr 24 7:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Apr 25 7:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Apr 26 7:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Apr 27 7:00AM to 6:00PM

About the branch

This is a virtual location. No events are held at this address.

Upcoming events

Cancelled
Wed, Apr 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Únase a este evento virtual especial diseñado para adultos mayores en el condado de Los Ángeles que quieren ahorrar dinero, reducir el estrés de conducir y ganar confianza usando el transporte público!

Wed, Apr 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Convierte tu cocina en un negocio. Acompáñanos y descubre cómo la Operación de Cocinas Caseras de Microempresa te ayuda a convertir tu hogar en mini restaurante, con servicio para llevar, entregas a domicilio o incluso con opción para comer en casa.
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Thu, Apr 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
This Earth Day, join LA County Librarian Skye Patrick in conversation with Dr. Anthony Wexler, Director of the Air Quality Research Center and Distinguished Professor at UC Davis.
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Mon, Apr 28, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Join this panel discussion co-hosted with the Department of Arts & Culture exploring the work and careers of three artists in the County Civic Art Collection: Rebeca Méndez, Noé Montes, and Felix Quintana.
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Thu, May 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Libby gives you access to thousands of titles, you can checkout eBooks, audiobooks and magazines. Joins to learn how to sign up, how to use Libby and get all the latest updates.
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Thu, May 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Join us in welcoming Ruby Warrington, author of “Sober Curious,” as she sits down with LA County Librarian, Skye Patrick, for a nonjudgmental discussion around alcohol consumption, wellness, and moving through our lives with more intention.
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