October 5th- October 11th
Asynchronous Events:
Explore Banned Books Displays
Description: Visit our Banned Books displays at various locations. Don't forget to pick up some exclusive swag items near the display areas! Displays can be found at:
What are Banned Books: Research Guide on Banned and Challenged Books
Explore information and statistics about book banning in the United States: https://guides.osu.edu/banned-books
Censorship Across Time and Place
Location: https://arcg.is/1j5CnT
Description: Think book banning and censorship are modern issues? Think again. These practices have shaped what people could read-and what they could not- for centuries across the globe. Explore our interactive StoryMap to uncover examples of censorship and book banning challenges throughout history, tracing how communities, governments, and institutions have restricted access to ideas. This digital journey reveals the long and complicated history of controlling the written word.
Monday:
Zines on Theme of Censorship
Location: Billy Ireland Cartoon Library and Museum, Eisner Room
Time: 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Description: As part of Banned Books Week, join us at the Billy Ireland Cartoon Library and Museum for a hands-on workshop that explores the art of self-published comics and zines. These self-published booklets have historically been used to share ideas and perspectives outside of mainstream publishing. In this workshop, participants will learn the basics of creating zines and mini-comics and consider how these do-it-yourself publications have intersected with conversations about book banning, censorship, and freedom of expression.
Tuesday:
Dystopian Escape Room
Location: Thompson Library, Room 149
Time: 11 AM- 12 PM; 3 PM- 4 PM
Description: Step into a world surveyed by Big Brother in this escape room inspired by George Orwell's 1984. Test your loyalties by solving puzzles, cracking codes, and uncovering secrets hidden by The Ministry of Truth. But beware...in a world controlled by order and fear, true escape may not be possible. After all, you can't escape 1984.
Wednesday:
Dystopian Escape Room
Location: Thompson Library, Room 149
Time: 11 AM- 12 PM; 3 PM- 4 PM
Description: Step into a world surveyed by Big Brother in this escape room inspired by George Orwell's 1984. Test your loyalties by solving puzzles, cracking codes, and uncovering secrets hidden by The Ministry of Truth. But beware...in a world controlled by order and fear, true escape may not be possible. After all, you can't escape 1984.
Thursday:
Book Resume Workshop
Location: Thompson Library, Room 165
Time: 7 PM- 8:30 PM
Description: Join us during Banned Books Week for a hands-on session on creating book resumes: a brief document that highlights the significance, literary value, and educational potential of books most susceptible to censorship. Facilitated by our partners at the Unite to Read Project, this workshop will focus on Unite Against Book Bans' book resume initiative and explore how this tool assists in discussions about book selection, reconsideration, and access in schools and libraries.
Attendees will have the opportunity to:
Please bring an electronic device to work with. Printed material will be available for those without a device. Refreshments will be provided.
Friday:
Right to Read
Location: Thompson 460
Time: 12 PM - 2 PM
Description: As part of Banned Books Week, join us for Right to Read, a community-wide celebration of reading and the freedom to explore ideas. Explore our selection of banned and challenged books, or bring your own, and enjoy quiet, uninterrupted reading time with others. This event is designed to create space for reflection on the importance of access to books and the value of reading in our personal and collective lives. We'll begin with a short welcome from the Banned Books Club, followed by time to read together. Light refreshments will be provided. Those who wish to share what they're reading or discuss their reflections afterward are welcome to stay for an informal conversation. This year's featured book is Chains by Laurie Halse Anderson. Explore Chains and other items from our curated selection of Banned Books.
