SARATOGA SPRINGS — Frederick Allen Elks Lodge #609 and Mary A. Carter Temple #302 will spotlight banned books on Sunday, Feb. 4, during its recognition of Black History Month.
The event will take place 2-4 p.m. at Frederick Allen Elks Lodge, 69 Beekman St.
Invited readers will share passages from banned books, either penned by Black authors or illuminating racism and Black American history, as well as share personal insight into why the book had been targeted. Attendees will also have the opportunity to read from chosen material. The vent is free and open to the public.
