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Celebrating America 250
Free Speech is fundamental to our democracy.
America’s 250th and Colorado’s 150th anniversaries this year are historic opportunities to celebrate and renew our commitments to freedom. Join us at the nonpartisan Free Speech Festival!
Fun Free Speech Fest Activities For All Ages
Saturday, Feb 28, drop by 11am - 1pm @ East Library
NEWS AND DEMOCRACY
Learn about the importance of local news for democracy and how Colorado is helping to lead the way.
We want to hear from all ages about your favorite news sources, story ideas, school news teams, AI experience, and ideas about how to build trust online.
ZINES AND COMMON SENSE
Celebrate free speech by creating a zine, a pocket Bill of Rights, and learning about Paine's "Common Sense."
In addition to hands on activities we will also have tips on podcasting, social media, and video creation. Come get creative and give voice to your ideas!
THE POWER OF CONNECTIONS
We'll share fun ideas for connecting with neighbors, nonprofit groups, and local government.
Join us to explore volunteer opportunities, youth programs, advocacy and leadership skills, voting, misinformation, etc.
IMPROV COMMUNICATIONS
Experience an improv performance and talk to the artists about key techniques and try it yourself.
Improv improves the ability to actively listen, think quickly, build on ideas, connect authentically, and boost engagement. Apply these skills to be more successful in daily life!
BOOKS AND MUGSHOTS
Take a "mugshot" with a banned book (Harry Potter, 1984, etc.) and have a chance to win one!
We will also have a selection of books set in Colorado to celebrate Colorado's 150th anniversary. How have books helped you understand other people, places, and times?
MAKE FREEDOM POSTERS
Create poster art to express what freedom means to you with the help of UCCS's GOCA.
Our event has artists and writers who can help you with ideas for America 250 and other activities you can do after Free Speech Fest.
Free Speech Fest Volunteers
The talented volunteers who are hosting tables and activities have fascinating knowledge. Ask them about what they do and they may be able to help you with additional local resources and opportunities. Visit our Free Speech Fest volunteers page and come chat in person at the event.
Directions for Map
The East Library is at 5550 N Union Blvd in Colorado Springs. Look for the East Library sign marking the entrance as the library is set far back from Union.
From the north on Union
Be prepared to make a right turn after Vickers.
From the south on Union
Use the left turn lane after Montebello.
Find us in the Community Meeting Room (11am-1pm)
Enter the building from the Union Blvd side. Going through the doors and immediately turn left to find the hallway that continues to the left. Follow the hallway to the Community Meeting Room on the left.
Volunteers will be staffing the activity tables and will also give small informal talks to provide information and answer questions.
We look forward to talking with you and celebrating our democracy together.
Add Feb. 28, 11am-1pm to your calendar and see you there!
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