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Freedom to Read Panel and Banned Books Open Mic (New Venue)

Join us at the Kensington Legion this February during Freedom to Read Week 2026 where we will be joined by our featured panel guests Tracy Dawson, Uche Umezurike, and our moderator Rosemary Griebel to chat, followed by an audience open mic where we invite you to read from your favourite banned book! Books will also …

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February 23, 2026

Calgary, Alberta

Banned Books Readers Theatre

Celebrate your right to read whatever you want! You're invited to listen to dramatic readings of excerpts from challenged books—and even take the stage yourself—at this Freedom to Read Week event.

February 28, 2026

Lethbridge, Alberta

Freedom to Read Week Movie: The Librarians

In honour of Freedom to Read Week, we present a screening of the award-winning documentary, The Librarians (2025). "Librarians unite to combat book banning, defending intellectual freedom on democracy's frontlines amid unprecedented censorship in Texas, Florida, and beyond." – IMDb.com As this is an after-hours film screening, please enter the building through the north parking …

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February 26, 2026

Lethbridge, Alberta

We’re Comfy Reading Banned Books

In honour of Freedom to Read Week, join us for a cozy all-ages read-in where we’ll be learning about and reading books that have been challenged. Pajamas are encouraged and snacks will be provided!

February 27, 2026

Lethbridge, Alberta

We’re Comfy Reading Banned Books

In honour of Freedom to Read Week, join us for a cozy all-ages read-in where we’ll be learning about and reading books that have been challenged. Pajamas are encouraged and snacks will be provided!

February 23, 2026

Lethbridge, Alberta