Adults

Step into the poetic universe of renowned Russian poet Maria Stepanova as she explores her perspectives on memory, language, and politics.

American filmmaker, Emmy Award-winner, and Oscars honoree Frederick Wiseman discusses truth and objectivity, the ethics of narrative, and his decade-spanning career in cinema.

Join us for a panel discussion in partnership with The Overseas Press Club on the ongoing crisis and the role of journalism during war.

The Library welcomes award-winning writer Jori Lewis and journalist Robin Allison Davis for a conversation about the human and agricultural histories of slavery.

Feminist philosopher Manon Garcia brings a fresh lens to the concept of “consent,” reinvigorating our understanding of sexual ethics.

In his recent memoir, Edward Chisholm uncovers the chaotic realities behind the calm façade of the Parisian dining room.

Join one of Granta's Best of Young British Novelists, Isabella Hammad to discuss her recent novel Enter Ghost, on family history, shared resistance, and Shakespeare.

Celebrated author Kwame Alexander joins us at the Library to discuss his extensive experience of writing for children and his recent turn to writing for adults.

What makes something funny? Who decides? Psychoanalyst and poet Nuar Alsadir speaks on humanity’s most sacred, ancient art: laughter.