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PBS Documentary Explores Public Libraries’ Vital Role Today

4/30/2025

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Mark your calendars for April 29 as PBS unveils "Free for All: The Public Library." This compelling documentary, co-directed by Dawn Logsdon and Lucie Faulknor, delves into the transformative journey of American public libraries. It reveals the hurdles they face in a post-COVID world while celebrating their vital role in nurturing community bonds and championing democracy.

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Mark your calendars for April 29 as PBS unveils "Free for All: The Public Library." This compelling documentary, co-directed by Dawn Logsdon and Lucie Faulknor, delves into the transformative journey of American public libraries. It reveals the hurdles they face in a post-COVID world while celebrating their vital role in nurturing community bonds and championing democracy.