South Sudan Expert to Talk at Alden Library

Alden Library, 1st Floor 30 Park Place, Alden Library, Ohio Univ., Suite 101, Athens, OH, United States

Public interview and Q&A with Douglas Johnson who is considered to be the most prominent living historian on the subject of South Sudan. Copies of his book, South Sudan: A New History for a New Nation, will be for sale. Hosted by the Contemporary History Institute, OU Center for International Studies-African Studies program, and Ohio University Press.

Free

Free screening and talk-back of THE PUBLIC at Athena Cinema

Athena Cinema 20 S. Court St., Athens, OH, United States

Filmed in Cincinnati's downtown library, this dramedy (rated PG-13) begins with an act of civil disobedience and focuses on homelessness, mental health, relationships with law enforcement, and the evolving, vital role that libraries play in our democracy. *Followed by a 20-minute talk-back with reps from local libraries and agencies who are helping those facing homelessness.... Read More