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Free Movie: Join or Die

Free showing & resource fair. Join or Die. A film about why you should join a club... and why the fate of America depends on it!

In this Emmy-nominated feature documentary, follow the half-century story of America’s civic unraveling through the journey of legendary social scientist Robert Putnam, whose groundbreaking “Bowling Alone” research into America’s decades-long decline in community connections could hold the answers to our democracy’s present crisis.

Flanked by influential fans and scholars — from Priya Parker, Pete Buttigieg, and Surgeon General Vivek Murthy to Jane McAlevey, Hillary Clinton, and Eddie Glaude Jr. — as well as inspiring groups building community in neighborhoods across the country, join Bob as he explores three urgent civic questions: What makes democracy work? Why is American democracy in crisis? And, most importantly… What can we do about it?

Running time 93 minutes.

Join Fair to follow the movie, including:

Braver Angels of Chittenden County
Chittenden Asylum Seekers' Assistance Network (CASAN)
Friends of the South Burlington Public Library
Green Mountain Korean Culture School
Habitat for Humanity
Humane Society
Malia Paddling & Racing Club
Preservation Burlington
South Burlington Land Trust
South Burlington Public Library Foundation
South Burlington Public Library Board of Trustees
South Burlington Recreation & Parks: Drop-in Sports, Senior Center, Social Pulse
Vermont Chinese School
Vermont French Learning Hub
 
... and more!
 
Don't see your group listed here? Want to request a spot in our Join Fair? Please email sbplprograms@southburlingtonvt.gov to find out how.

The Library is ADA accessible, patrons are asked to call (802) 846-4140 in advance if special services are required.

Masks may be worn in the library and at any library program.