The Other Boys of Summer Film & Discussion

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Event Details

The Other Boys of Summer explores civil rights in America through the lives of the Negro League baseball players. The film is narrated by Cicely Tyson and includes exclusive, never-before-seen interviews with the men (and woman) who played alongside Jackie Robinson and changed baseball and America forever. Following the screening, Emmy-nominated director Lauren Meyer will engage the audience in dialogue about the story behind the film and answer questions about her research.

This program will be held online via Zoom. Call (316) 261-8500 or visit wichitalibrary.org/events to register online. A link to the program will be sent to your inbox the day before and the day of the program.

Event Type(s): Candid Conversations, Movies
Age Group(s): Adults

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