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

This spring, WCMU Public Media and the Michigan Learning Channel are hitting the road with a celebration built for curious minds and growing imaginations.

Read, Write, Grow! is a hands-on literacy experience designed for young learners and their families—bringing together books, creativity, and interactive activities that make learning feel like play.

And yes—Carl the Collector from PBS KIDS will be there, ready to meet families and snap some photos along the way.

What to Expect ... A free, hands-on experience where kids can pick out a book to keep, get creative with rock painting, plant seeds to take home, and relax in a cozy corner featuring episodes of Carl the Collector. Families can also meet Carl in person for photos and stop by the WCMU and Michigan Learning Channel table for fun giveaways, program info, and more!

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