For immediate release: February 12, 2020
Douglas County Libraries is pleased to present its second Human Library event Saturday, February 29, 1 p.m., at its Castle Rock location (100 S. Wilcox St.). This year’s Human Library features 15 “human books” that can be checked out for candid, personal conversations about unique life experiences.
The human books are members of the Douglas County community who will share their compelling stories, including stories of survival, experiencing judgment or prejudice, and learning to appreciate the present.
“The Human Library makes it easy to start a dialogue and create understanding among community members with different life experiences. Our human books and the people who sit with them one-on-one can share and better understand those diverse experiences,” said Douglas County Libraries Adult Literacy Specialist Tiffany Curtin.
The books for this event were chosen not only for their stories, but also for their willingness to talk candidly with “readers” about them. Readers can “check out” titles such as Aspie Girl, Caregiver, Tiger Mom Turned Youth Advocate, Rocket Scientist, Cocaine Addiction, Search and Rescue, 9/11 Survivor, Service Dog, Homeschooler, Youth Illness, Immigrant, Early Marriage, Homeless, Sustainable Living, and Cancer Survivor. The books will speak only to their own experiences and do not seek to represent others with similar life experiences.
The human books may be reserved for 20-minute, one-on-one sessions; pairs (friends, couples or other related pairs) may attend the same private session. Registration is recommended at DCL.org or (303) 791-7323. Readers who register in advance of the event will be contacted by library staff to schedule a preferred time and book choice.
In the event of a weather-related library closure on February 29, the Human Library will take place on Saturday, March 7, at 1 p.m.
For more information, visit DCL.org or call (303) 791-7323.
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