Banned Together: The Fight Against Censorship

Join us at The Library for Banned Books Week — and in preparation for Let Freedom Read Day, Saturday, October 11 — for a special screening of Banned Together, followed by a moderated discussion aimed at providing resources for supporting your local libraries. 

A diverse cast of visionary teenagers, stirring public protests, private threats, criminal charges, and drama-filled school board meetings: this is the explosive world of Banned Together. The film pulls back the curtain on two of the most controversial issues in America today: book bans and curriculum censorship in public schools. Banned Together follows three students as they fight to reinstate 97 books suddenly pulled from their school libraries. As they evolve from local to national activists, the film reveals the dark forces behind the accelerating wave of book bans in the U.S. and the continued harassment of educators and librarians.

Find adventure on the big screen at East Shore Cinema – enjoy a free movie showing, with snacks and popcorn included! From classic movies to horror flicks, romantic revues, and seasonal fun, there’s always something new (or old!) to see. 

Wednesday, September 24 at 2:00 pm: To Kill a Mockingbird (1962, PG, 2h 9m, for ages 12+ years) 

Saturday, October 4 at 1:00 pm: Banned Together: The Fight Against Censorship (2024, not rated, 1h 33m, for ages 13+ years) 

Friday, October 24 at 7:00 pm: You’ve Got Mail (1998, PG, 1h 59m, for ages 8+ years) 

Sunday, November 16 at 2:00 pm: A Minecraft Movie (2025, PG, 1h 41m, for ages 8+ years) 

Program length varies based on movie run-time. Ages vary (see movie details above). Registration is required and separate for each movie.