An Evening with Bruce Watson, Author of Freedom Summer Tuesday July 29 at 6:30 at the Ashby Free Public Library

Join us for a powerful talk with acclaimed author and journalist Bruce Watson as he discusses Freedom Summer: the Savage season of 1964 that made Mississippi burn and made America a democracy , his compelling account of the 1964 campaign that brought hundreds of civil rights volunteers to Mississippi. Through vivid storytelling and deep historical insight, Watson brings to life the courage, sacrifice, and lasting impact of the young people who risked everything to fight for justice and voting rights. This is a rare opportunity to hear directly from the author about one of the most pivotal chapters in American history.