The Pittsford Community Library will host a variety of Town programs celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in January, including our "MLK Living the Dream" series. See below for details and be sure to save the dates! The programs are free and open to the public, but advance registration is required. To register, visit the Library's online program calendar here or find it under the Events tab on the Library home page at www.townofpittsford.org/library.
MLK Living the Dream Series
Movie & Discussion: Another Way of Living
Tuesday, January 11; 6:30-8:30pm
Fisher Meeting Room
69 minutes / NR / 2015
In the early 1960's, Robert Simon set out to build a new kind of walkable suburban community that integrated citizens across racial, economic, and religious divides. His vision was realized in Reston, Virginia. Discussion facilitated by Kevin and Linda Beckford. Registration required.
Panel Discussion with Local Students
Tuesday, January 18; 6:30-8:00pm
Fisher Meeting Room
Hear local students discuss what role they play in living MLK’s dream. Registration required.
Movie & Discussion: Touch the Sky
Tuesday, January 25; 6:30-8:30pm
Fisher Meeting Room
55 minutes / NR / 2016
This documentary celebrates the progress African Americans have made toward equality and asks questions about remaining obstacles. Discussion facilitated by Kevin and Linda Beckford. Registration required.
MLK Youth Choir, Spoken Word & Speech Reenactment
Saturday, January 29; 2:00-4:00pm
Fisher Meeting Room
Enjoy music from a youth gospel choir, a spoken word performance, and a reenactment of the famous words of MLK. All ages welcome. Registration required.
Additional MLK Library programs
Alice’s Ordinary People: Film Screening
Thursday, January 6; 6:30-8:00pm
Fisher Meeting Room
Learn about the life of Alice Tregay—a woman who stood against injustice. Her story spans from the marches of Dr. King to the election of Barack Obama, and her contribution to the field of politics connects the two. Join us on January 13 for a discussion with the filmmaker.
Alice’s Ordinary People: Discussion
Thursday, January 13; 7:00-8:00pm
via Zoom
Independent filmmaker Craig Dudnick leads a discussion about his documentary, Alice’s Ordinary People. All are encouraged to view the documentary, which will be screened at PCL on January 6 and is also available on Kanopy, prior to the event. Registration required.
MLK Day Stories and Craft - CANCELED due to severe weather
Monday, January 17; 6:30-7:15pm
Fisher Meeting Room
Celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. at PCL! Hear stories and create artwork that will be displayed in the Children’s Room. For grades Pre-K - 3. Parents and siblings are welcome. Registration required.
Please note mask use is required in the Library. The Pittsford Community Library is located at 24 State Street.