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SUMMARY:*CANCELLED* April NE Library Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:  \nThis meeting has been canceled\, per the library website.
URL:https://staging.la-cac.org/event/april-ne-library-committee-meeting/
LOCATION:Lafayette Public Library – Main\, 301 W. Congress St\, Lafayette\, LA\, 70501\, United States
CATEGORIES:BoC,Public Meeting
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250417T190000
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SUMMARY:April 2025 Banned Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Join us each month for thought-provoking discussions in the Banned Book Club\, where we will explore the powerful stories and ideas that have been silenced by book bans across America. Every month\, we’ll dive into either a book currently banned or one that examines the culture of censorship and its impact on society. Together\, we’ll challenge the limits of free expression\, reflect on the importance of diverse voices\, and discuss why certain books are under attack. Whether you’re reading for pleasure or actively seeking ideas outside your comfort zone\, each meeting offers a space for open dialogue\, critical thinking\, and a deeper understanding of the books that shape our world. Come ready to read\, reflect\, and resist! \nOur April book is Sold by Patricia McCormick! Buy your copy from Cavalier House Books today! \nThe powerful\, poignant\, bestselling National Book Award finalist gives voice to a young girl robbed of her childhood yet determined to find the strength to triumph. \nLakshmi is a thirteen-year-old girl who lives with her family in a small hut on a mountain in Nepal. Though she is desperately poor\, her life is full of simple pleasures\, like playing hopscotch with her best friend from school\, and having her mother brush her hair by the light of an oil lamp. But when the harsh Himalayan monsoons wash away all that remains of the family’s crops\, Lakshmi’s stepfather says she must leave home and take a job to support her family.\nHe introduces her to a glamorous stranger who tells her she will find her a job as a maid in the city. Glad to be able to help\, Lakshmi journeys to India and arrives at “Happiness House” full of hope. But she soon learns the unthinkable truth: she has been sold into prostitution. \nAn old woman named Mumtaz rules the brothel with cruelty and cunning. She tells Lakshmi that she is trapped there until she can pay off her family’s debt-then cheats Lakshmi of her meager earnings so that she can never leave. \nLakshmi’s life becomes a nightmare from which she cannot escape. Still\, she lives by her mother’s words—Simply to endure is to triumph—and gradually\, she forms friendships with the other girls that enable her to survive in this terrifying new world. Then the day comes when she must make a decision-will she risk everything for a chance to reclaim her life? \nWritten in spare and evocative vignettes by the co-author of I Am Malala (Young Readers Edition)\, this powerful novel renders a world that is as unimaginable as it is real\, and a girl who not only survives but triumphs.
URL:https://staging.la-cac.org/event/banned-book-club-april-2025/
LOCATION:Cavalier House Books\, 302 A Jefferson St\, Lafayette\, LA\, 70501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Club,LCAC Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Lafayette Citizens Against Censorship":MAILTO:lafcitizensagainstcensorship@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250408T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250408T190000
DTSTAMP:20260410T115349
CREATED:20250216T210237Z
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SUMMARY:Book Bans in Louisiana: A Panel Discussion on Censorship
DESCRIPTION:Presented in partnership with the UL College Dems\, we invite you to join us for an insightful panel discussion on book bans in Louisiana public and school libraries. Moderated by UL’s own Dr. Frank Crocco\, this event brings together experts and advocates to explore the impact of book bans on education\, freedom of expression\, and the future of library access in the state. Don’t miss the chance to engage with thought-provoking perspectives on this critical issue and learn how it affects communities\, students\, and educators. \nAmanda Jones is a 24 year teacher-librarian and grassroots organizer in Louisiana on the frontlines fighting against censorship in libraries. She is the 2021 Librarian of the Year as presented by School Library Journal \, a 2021 Library Journal Mover and Shaker\, and the 2020 Louisiana School Librarian of the Year.  She is the Louisiana Chapter Councilor to ALA and on both the ALA and LLA Intellectual Freedom Committees. Amanda has won numerous intellectual freedom awards\, is a founding member of Louisiana Citizens Against Censorship\, and is the author of  “That Librarian: The Fight Against Book Banning in America.” As an added bonus\, Cavalier Books will have copies of That Librarian for sale\, and Amanda will be available for a book signing after the panel! \nKristen Luchsinger is a founding member and current board member of the St. Tammany Parish Library Alliance\, recognized as one of the leading organizations in our state fighting against censorship and promoting diversity in library collections. She spends much of her free time campaigning for candidates at the community\, parish\, and state levels\, and stays active in her efforts to hold her local government officials accountable to their constituents\, as well as contributing to the creation\, discussion and adoption of new policies and resolutions that affect both her own and surrounding districts. Kristen is also an active supporter of women’s rights organizations\, a member of the Covington NAACP\, and one of Queer Northshore’s fiercest allies. As a local activist\, Kristen has focused her efforts to stand up for and amplify the voices of marginalized communities\, and fight for diversity\, equity\, and inclusion in St. Tammany Parish and beyond\, and was recognized as “Organizer of the Month” by Lynda Woolard from Louisiana Lefty. Alongside her activism\, Kristen is pursuing a degree in Criminal Justice at Southeastern Louisiana University\, furthering her passion and dedication to promoting fairness and equity within her community. \nLynette Mejia is a co-founding member and Executive Director of Louisiana Citizens Against Censorship and Lafayette Citizens Against Censorship\, grassroots organizations dedicated to defending access to diverse books in Louisiana libraries. She is the 2023 inaugural recipient of the LASL Citizen Social Impact Award\, the 2024 Alex Allain LLA Intellectual Freedom Award\, and is a 2024 Undercurrent Wavemaker honoree. In addition to her advocacy work she is a writer\, speaker\, and poet. Her chapbook\, There Is No Why: New Fairy Tales\, is forthcoming from Dancing Girl Press. \nDr. Francesco Crocco received his Ph.D. in English from the CUNY Graduate Center and has more than 20 years of experience in higher education teaching and administration. He is currently the instructional support manager for the Office of Distance Learning at the University of Louisiana in Lafayette. Previously\, he directed the award-winning Excelsior Online Writing Lab (OWL) and was an assistant professor of English at the Borough of Manhattan Community College of the City University of New York (CUNY).
URL:https://staging.la-cac.org/event/book-bans-in-louisiana-a-panel-discussion-on-censorship/
LOCATION:ULL Student Union – Shadows Room\, 620 McKinley St\, Lafayette\, LA\, 70503\, United States
CATEGORIES:LCAC Events,Panel Discussion
ORGANIZER;CN="Lafayette Citizens Against Censorship":MAILTO:lafcitizensagainstcensorship@gmail.com
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250320T190000
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SUMMARY:March 2025 Banned Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Join us each month for thought-provoking discussions in the Banned Book Club\, where we will explore the powerful stories and ideas that have been silenced by book bans across America. Every month\, we’ll dive into either a book currently banned or one that examines the culture of censorship and its impact on society. Together\, we’ll challenge the limits of free expression\, reflect on the importance of diverse voices\, and discuss why certain books are under attack. Whether you’re reading for pleasure or actively seeking ideas outside your comfort zone\, each meeting offers a space for open dialogue\, critical thinking\, and a deeper understanding of the books that shape our world. Come ready to read\, reflect\, and resist! \nOur March Selection is That Librarian by Amanda Jones! \nPart memoir\, part manifesto\, the inspiring story of a Louisiana librarian advocating for inclusivity on the front lines of our vicious culture wars. \nOne of the things small town librarian Amanda Jones values most about books is how they can affirm a young person’s sense of self. So in 2022\, when she caught wind of a local public hearing that would discuss “book content\,” she knew what was at stake. Schools and libraries nationwide have been bombarded by demands for books with LGTBQ+ references\, discussions of racism\, and more to be purged from the shelves. Amanda would be damned if her community were to ban stories representing minority groups. She spoke out that night at the meeting. Days later\, she woke up to a nightmare that is still ongoing. \nAmanda Jones has been called a groomer\, a pedo\, and a porn-pusher; she has faced death threats and attacks from strangers and friends alike. Her decision to support a collection of books with diverse perspectives made her a target for extremists using book banning campaigns-funded by dark money organizations and advanced by hard right politicians-in a crusade to make America more white\, straight\, and “Christian.” But Amanda Jones wouldn’t give up without a fight: she sued her harassers for defamation and urged others to join her in the resistance. \nMapping the book banning crisis occurring all across the nation\, That Librarian draws the battle lines in the war against equity and inclusion\, calling book lovers everywhere to rise in defense of our readers.
URL:https://staging.la-cac.org/event/banned-book-club/
LOCATION:Cavalier House Books\, 302 A Jefferson St\, Lafayette\, LA\, 70501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Club,LCAC Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Lafayette Citizens Against Censorship":MAILTO:lafcitizensagainstcensorship@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250319T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250319T190000
DTSTAMP:20260410T115349
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SUMMARY:An Evening with Dr. Robert Mann
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a thought-provoking evening as former LSU professor Dr. Robert Mann engages in an insightful conversation with UL’s own Dr. Philip Auter. Together\, they will explore the vital role of libraries\, intellectual freedom\, and the power of diverse discourse in enriching our communities. This conversation will delve into the challenges and opportunities in ensuring access to knowledge\, fostering open dialogue\, and protecting the freedom of thought. Whether you’re passionate about education\, community engagement\, or the future of information access\, this discussion promises to inspire and ignite new perspectives on the value of these essential pillars of society. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of an important conversation about the heart of intellectual growth and freedom. \nRobert Mann is the author of ten books on U.S. and Louisiana political history. He was a senior aide to US senators Russell Long and John Breaux and Louisiana governor Kathleen Babineaux Blanco. He served on the faculty of LSU’s Manship School of Mass Communication for eighteen years before retiring in 2024. He lives in Baton Rouge. \nDr. Philip J. Auter holds the Hubert Bourgeois Endowed Professorship in Communication\, and is the graduate coordinator for the UL Department of Communication. He currently serves as the UL Lafayette Faculty Senate President\, and is an active member of the Association of Louisiana Faculty Senates as well as the American Association of University Professors Louisiana Conference executive committee.  He is past executive director of the American Communication Association.
URL:https://staging.la-cac.org/event/an-evening-with-dr-robert-mann/
LOCATION:ULL Student Union – Bayou Bijou Room\, 620 McKinley St\, Lafayette\, LA\, 70503\, United States
CATEGORIES:LCAC Events,Speaker Series
ORGANIZER;CN="Lafayette Citizens Against Censorship":MAILTO:lafcitizensagainstcensorship@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250317T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250317T193000
DTSTAMP:20260410T115349
CREATED:20250220T203546Z
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SUMMARY:March 2025 LPL Board of Control Regular Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Regular monthly meeting of the board. Agenda HERE.
URL:https://staging.la-cac.org/event/march-2025-lpl-board-of-control-regular-monthly-meeting/
LOCATION:Lafayette Public Library – Main\, 301 W. Congress St\, Lafayette\, LA\, 70501\, United States
CATEGORIES:BoC,Public Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250313T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250313T200000
DTSTAMP:20260410T115349
CREATED:20250220T203206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T203524Z
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SUMMARY:**Cancelled** March NE Library Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Monthly meeting of the NE Library Citizens Committee. Agenda will be posted when released.
URL:https://staging.la-cac.org/event/march-ne-library-committee-meeting/
LOCATION:Lafayette Public Library – Main\, 301 W. Congress St\, Lafayette\, LA\, 70501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250217T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250217T193000
DTSTAMP:20260410T115349
CREATED:20250208T012347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T203731Z
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SUMMARY:February 2025 LPL Board of Control Regular Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://staging.la-cac.org/event/february-2025-regular-board-meeting/
LOCATION:Lafayette Public Library – Main\, 301 W. Congress St\, Lafayette\, LA\, 70501\, United States
CATEGORIES:BoC,Public Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250213T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250213T190000
DTSTAMP:20260410T115349
CREATED:20250208T011951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T203708Z
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SUMMARY:February NE Library Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Committee will hear a presentation from the architect at 720 design about different options for the size and scope of the project\, including various options for amenities. \nAgenda HERE. \nProposal HERE. \nDemographic Study HERE.
URL:https://staging.la-cac.org/event/ne-library-community-committee-meeting/
LOCATION:Lafayette Public Library – Main\, 301 W. Congress St\, Lafayette\, LA\, 70501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250113T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250113T133000
DTSTAMP:20260410T115349
CREATED:20241119T011516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T203635Z
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SUMMARY:January 2025 LPL Board of Control Regular Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Regular monthly meeting of the board. Will update with agenda when available.
URL:https://staging.la-cac.org/event/january-2025-lpl-board-of-control-regular-monthly-meeting/
LOCATION:Lafayette Public Library – Main\, 301 W. Congress St\, Lafayette\, LA\, 70501\, United States
CATEGORIES:BoC,Public Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250109T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250109T140000
DTSTAMP:20260410T115349
CREATED:20241119T011234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T203256Z
UID:3832-1736424000-1736431200@staging.la-cac.org
SUMMARY:January NE Library Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Monthly meeting of the NE Library Citizens Committee. Agenda will be posted when released.
URL:https://staging.la-cac.org/event/january-ne-library-committee-meeting/
LOCATION:Lafayette Public Library – Main\, 301 W. Congress St\, Lafayette\, LA\, 70501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Meeting
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