All Fairfax Reads: A County-Wide Read of Demon Copperhead!

Fairfax County Public Library is hosting events and a county-wide read of Barbara Kingsolver's Demon Copperhead as part of our annual series: All Fairfax Reads. Cosponsored by Fairfax Library Foundation.

Watch and Discuss

Join us for a film screening of the 2025 PBS series FRONTLINE documentary Born Poor. In Born Poor, filmmakers follow Kaylie, Johnny and Brittany across three chapters of their lives as they grow from kids to teenagers to adults, trying to pursue their dreams while dealing with an economy where they face more obstacles than opportunities — and trying to overcome the grinding poverty that shaped their childhoods. Amid headlines about economic uncertainty, inflation and the faltering U.S. job market, Born Poor is a must-watch documentary that gives an unforgettable perspective on the lasting impact of financial distress. Credit: FRONTLINE Born Poor press release

A discussion will follow the film screening.

About WETA PBS and WETA+

This film screening is made possible through partnership with WETA PBS. The mission and vision of public television and public libraries are closely aligned — to inform, engage and inspire our communities with trusted sources of information and entertainment that respect a diversity of views, culture and heritage.

Fairfax County Public Library and WETA PBS offer easy access to free video streaming services - through WETA+ - for library visitors, customers and cardholders. Learn more about WETA and WETA+ here.

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This program is appropriate for ages 18+. Film is 84 minutes. Registration recommended to receive event reminder and updates. Register by clicking on the "Begin Registration" button (below).