Hamilton Public Library, the Upstate Institute, and Colgate University Libraries invite you to celebrate National Library Week with a special event: a free showing of the Frederick Wiseman documentary Ex Libris.
April 10
4:00 pm
Hamilton Movie Theater, Hamilton, New York
Here’s a link to the event on Facebook.
“Ex Libris” explores the New York Public Library system and modern libraries in general. Panelists will bring their unique perspectives to the question of a library’s place in today’s communities. They will discuss the benefits libraries bring to their communities, as well as the challenges they face from ever-shifting socio-political climates.
Panelists include:
Jesi Buell (Instructional Design and Web Librarian, Colgate University)
Mary Klucznik (Librarian, Chittenango High School)
Marc Wildman (Executive Director, Central New York Library Resources Council
Travis Olivera (Director, Hamilton Public Library)
Enjoy a catered dinner at intermission.
Watch the movie’s trailer here.
Added bonus: Librarians will receive four hours of continuing education credit.