The Fight Against Banning Books
A Conversation Moderated by Gabrielle H. Lyon
When
Sep 13, 2026
11:00am–12:00pm
Cost
FREE
Join us for this conversation featuring Veronica Arreola, J is for Justice and Jarrett Dapier, Wake Now in the Fire: A Graphic Novel.
About the Participants
- Veronica I. Arreola is a professional feminist, writer, and district councilor for the 24th Police District in Chicago.
- Jarret Dapier is an author, librarian, and lifelong drummer.
- Gabrielle H. Lyon is Executive Director of Illinois Humanities and Chair of the Illinois America 250 Commission.
This event is part of the 2026 Printers Row Lit Fest
Near South Planning Board’s annual Printers Row Lit Fest is a free, two-day literature festival held annually on Printers Row in downtown Chicago. Celebrating over 40 years, the Lit Fest welcomes tens of thousands of attendees and features nationally recognized authors, Pulitzer Prize winners, independent presses, literary organizations, and community partners as part of exhibitor booths and program sessions.
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