Join WCMU Public Media and local community partners for a special screening of The Librarians, part of the Indie Lens Pop-Up Series. Held during National Library Week (April 19–25), these community screenings bring people together to experience powerful documentaries and share meaningful conversations.

The Librarians explores how library collection standards shape communities across the United States. Beginning with book review debates in Texas, the film follows librarians, parents, and students as they navigate questions of representation, education, and censorship. The documentary offers an inside look at the challenges libraries face and the important role they play in supporting open access to information.

Following the film, attendees will have the opportunity to participate in a community discussion about the themes presented in the documentary and the role libraries play in our communities.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR

ALPENA | April 20 at Alpena County George N. Fletcher Library, 5:30PM

MT. PLEASANT | April 22 at Celebration Cinema, 5:30PM

MIDLAND | April 23 at Grace A. Dow Memorial Library, 6PM

Join us for a hands-on experience filled with books, creativity, and activities that help imaginations grow. Kids can choose a free book to take home, create art through rock painting, and plant seeds to start something of their own. A cozy viewing area will feature episodes of Carl the Collector, and families will have the chance to meet Carl in person during scheduled appearances.

WCMU staff, including Education Engagement Coordinator Paula Dennison, will be on site with giveaways, program information, and resources from the Michigan Learning Channel.

This event is open to children in PreK through elementary grades and is free to attend. Select locations may require advance registration.

Alpena
Alpena County George N. Fletcher Library
211 N. 1st Ave, Alpena, MI
Thursday, May 7, 2026 · 4–6 PM
Stillion Room
PreK–5th Grade · No registration required

Mount Pleasant
Chippewa River District Library
301 S. University Ave, Mt. Pleasant, MI
Friday, May 8, 2026 · 3–5 PM
Community Room
PreK–5th Grade · Registration required

Midland
Grace A. Dow Memorial Library
1710 W. St. Andrews Rd, Midland, MI
Saturday, May 9, 2026 · 2–4 PM
Story Room / Maker Space
PreK–5th Grade · No registration required

Cadillac
Cadillac Wexford Public Library
411 S. Lake St, Cadillac, MI
Thursday, May 14, 2026 · 4–6 PM
Community Room
PreK–5th Grade · No registration required

Gaylord
Otsego County Library
700 S. Otsego Ave, Gaylord, MI
Friday, May 15, 2026 · 3–5 PM
Location TBD
PreK–6th Grade · No registration required

Traverse City
Traverse Area District Library (Main Branch)
610 Woodmere Ave, Traverse City, MI
Saturday, May 16, 2026 · 10 AM–12 PM
Story Room
PreK–5th Grade · No registration required

Petoskey
Petoskey District Library
500 E. Mitchell St, Petoskey, MI
Saturday, May 16, 2026 · 3–4:30 PM
Children’s Department
PreK–5th Grade · No registration required