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Listen In: One Small Step

Presented by 88.1 WVPE

2023-12-03 14:00:00 2023-12-03 15:30:00 America/New_York Listen In: One Small Step Discover the profound experiences of your friends and neighbors as they share their stories through Storycorps' One Small Step initiative. All are welcome. Main Library - Community Learning Center - Leighton Auditorium, Auditorium Lobby

Sunday, December 03
2:00pm - 3:30pm

Add to Calendar 2023-12-03 14:00:00 2023-12-03 15:30:00 America/New_York Listen In: One Small Step Discover the profound experiences of your friends and neighbors as they share their stories through Storycorps' One Small Step initiative. All are welcome. Main Library - Community Learning Center - Leighton Auditorium, Auditorium Lobby

Main Library - Community Learning Center

Leighton Auditorium, Auditorium Lobby

Discover the profound experiences of your friends and neighbors as they share their stories through Storycorps' One Small Step initiative. All are welcome.

This event is free but seating is limited; reserve your spot here

In an era marked by political polarization, what happens when two strangers, each with distinct political views, come together to share the stories that define their lives? South Bend is proud to be one of only five communities chosen this year to participate in StoryCorps' impactful One Small Step initiative, a nationwide effort to emphasize the shared humanity that unites us all.

Over the past few months, individuals from Michiana have engaged in conversations through One Small Step, steering away from political debates and instead focusing on the personal narratives that connect us as human beings.

On Sunday, December 3rd, the community is invited to a special listening event at the Leighton Auditorium in the St. Joseph County Public Library Main Branch. Discover the profound experiences of your friends and neighbors as they share their stories through One Small Step. Additionally, gain insights from experts in mediation, peace-building, and dialogue, who will shed light on the significance of these small steps towards understanding.

Event Partners:

This initiative is made possible through collaboration with 88.1 WVPE, the St. Joseph County Public Library, the Kroc Institute for International Peace Studies, StoryCorps, and the Corporation for Public Broadcasting.

For further information contact: 

Karl Smith
Phone: 574-323-5325
Email: ksmith@wvpe.com

About One Small Step:

Created by StoryCorps, One Small Step is an effort to remind the country of the humanity in all of us, even those with whom we disagree. The initiative brings strangers with different political views together to record a 50-minute conversation—not to debate politics, but to learn who we are as people. Audio recordings of each interview are archived at the Library of Congress. 

About 88.1 WVPE:The mission of 88.1 WVPE Public Radio is to be a vital communications resource that educates, entertains and inspires the communities we serve.  We do this through programming, services, and events reflective of our culture and diversity to create a more informed public.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Civic Engagement |

Main Library - Community Learning Center


Hours
Mon, Jan 13 8:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Jan 14 8:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jan 15 8:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jan 16 8:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Jan 17 8:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Jan 18 8:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jan 19 1:00PM to 5:00PM

Upcoming events

Wed, Jan 15, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Francis Branch - The Silo Room
All chess players are welcome, from the beginner wanting to learn for the first time to the advance player.

Thu, Jan 16, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
German Township Branch - The Black Forest Room
Play duplicate bridge with the Battell Duplicate Bridge Club on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of each month.

Thu, Jan 16, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Francis Branch - The Silo Room
Come join us as we work on projects, share tips & ideas, learn new stitches & techniques, and finish those works-in-progress.

Thu, Jan 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tutt Branch - Tutt Meeting Room
Join us each month for a new building challenge! We have added extra dates during summer break! Recommended for Ages 6+, but all are welcome!

Thu, Jan 16, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Community Learning Center - Classroom A
Join us to practice your French language skills and meet others in our community learning the language!

Sat, Jan 18, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
Main Library - Community Learning Center - Classroom C
Join us to play social deduction games (similar to Among Us) which are fun for adults, teens, and older kids! These games are great for individuals, groups, or families!

Sat, Jan 18, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Western Branch - Western Meeting Room
Come play bingo with your family or friend. Get a snack, have some fun and maybe even win a prize!

Tue, Jan 21, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
German Township Branch - The Black Forest Room
Meet up with other quilting enthusiasts to sew quilts and create other items for local charities.

Wed, Jan 22, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Francis Branch
All chess players are welcome, from the beginner wanting to learn for the first time to the advance player.

Thu, Jan 23, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Community Learning Center - Classroom A
Join us to practice your French language skills and meet others in our community learning the language!

Mon, Jan 27, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Francis Branch - The Pasture Room
Cribbage offers an opportunity to meet new people, and learn a fun game. Cribbage is a card game in which each player tries to form various counting combinations of cards.

Mon, Jan 27, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Tutt Branch - Tutt Meeting Room
Whether you're just learning or can teach someone else how to crochet or knit, all are welcome to join this group of needlework enthusiasts.

Tue, Jan 28, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Francis Branch - The Pasture Room
Come join us for Book Talks! This book club meets in person on the last Tuesday of every month. Be a part of the discussion by sharing your review of your current reads!

Tue, Jan 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
North Liberty Branch - North Liberty Meeting Room
Explore a wide range of genres with our fearless readers!

Wed, Jan 29, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Francis Branch - The Silo Room
All chess players are welcome, from the beginner wanting to learn for the first time to the advance player.

Thu, Jan 30, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Community Learning Center - Classroom A
Join us to practice your French language skills and meet others in our community learning the language!

Sat, Feb 01, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Western Branch - Western Meeting Room
Join us for a family game of la lotería, a traditional Mexican game of chance similar to bingo. Enjoy snacks and the chance to win prizes.

Mon, Feb 03, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Francis Branch - The Pasture Room
Cribbage offers an opportunity to meet new people, and learn a fun game. Cribbage is a card game in which each player tries to form various counting combinations of cards.

Mon, Feb 03, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Tutt Branch - Tutt Meeting Room
Whether you're just learning or can teach someone else how to crochet or knit, all are welcome to join this group of needlework enthusiasts.

Tue, Feb 04, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
German Township Branch - The Black Forest Room
Meet up with other quilting enthusiasts to sew quilts and create other items for local charities.

Wed, Feb 05, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Francis Branch - The Silo Room
All chess players are welcome, from the beginner wanting to learn for the first time to the advance player.

Wed, Feb 05, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
River Park Branch - River Park Meeting Room
You are invited to meet up with fellow fiber artists. Work on your own projects and be inspired by others and their creations. Knit, crochet, sew, spin, weave, embroider, and needlepoint.

Thu, Feb 06, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
German Township Branch - The Black Forest Room
Play duplicate bridge with the Battell Duplicate Bridge Club on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of each month.

Thu, Feb 06, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Francis Branch - The Silo Room
Come join us as we work on projects, share tips & ideas, learn new stitches & techniques, and finish those works-in-progress.

Thu, Feb 06, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Community Learning Center - Classroom A
Join us to practice your French language skills and meet others in our community learning the language!

Fri, Feb 07, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
North Liberty Branch - North Liberty Branch,North Liberty Meeting Room
Bring a friend or make a new one on the first Friday of every month -- we'll have fresh popcorn and all kinds of games to play!

Sat, Feb 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library - Study Room L202
This book club will focus on a different theme each season. Celebrate the new year by reading and discussing books on financial wellness.

Mon, Feb 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Francis Branch - The Pasture Room
Cribbage offers an opportunity to meet new people, and learn a fun game. Cribbage is a card game in which each player tries to form various counting combinations of cards.

Mon, Feb 10, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Tutt Branch - Tutt Meeting Room
Whether you're just learning or can teach someone else how to crochet or knit, all are welcome to join this group of needlework enthusiasts.

Tue, Feb 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Tutt Branch - Tutt Meeting Room
Euchre beginners and experts alike are invited to meet up for a lively game.

Wed, Feb 12, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
North Liberty Branch - North Liberty Meeting Room
You might be a Hoosier if you already know the rules. Join us for Euchre Club at North Liberty, second Wednesday of every month.

Thu, Feb 13, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Lakeville Branch - Lakeville Meeting Room
Lakeville Homeschoolers club will meet monthly for socialization, guest speakers, and educational planning.

Thu, Feb 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Tutt Branch - Tutt Meeting Room
Read and discuss a new historical fiction book each month with fellow history enthusiasts. Call Tutt Branch for this month’s selection.

Thu, Feb 13, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Community Learning Center - Classroom A
Join us to practice your French language skills and meet others in our community learning the language!

Cancelled
Fri, Feb 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Francis Branch
Everyone is welcome to come and share their knowledge of origami art and exchange ideas for origami art projects.