Compiled by the El Reportero‘s staff
For photographer David Bacon, the border region between the United States and Mexico is a land marked by life and death. Each year, at least 300-400 people die trying to cross into the U.S. in search of a better future for themselves and their families. The border is also bustling with life. The once-small towns of Ciudad Juárez and Tijuana are now home to millions of people, many of whom make up the industrial workforce of Southern California, South Texas and New Mexico.
Taken over a period of 30 years, Bacon’s photographs and accompanying text panels, which are presented in English and Spanish, the Library’s exhibition More Than a Wall explores all aspects of the border region and its vibrant social history.
Through May 22 at Jewett Gallery, Main Library, Lower Level
Palo Alto Fiber Community Information Session – The Ins and Outs of Potential Local Internet Service
The City is in the process of assessing the feasibility to provide fiber—faster, more reliable internet service— to residents and businesses via the Palo Alto Fiber project. The City sees high-speed internet as a communitywide need that impacts residents, businesses, schools, hospitals, public safety, and the community’s overall quality of life.
Join the Fiber Community Information Session on Thursday, Feb. 24, 2022 at 5:30 p.m. to learn about the project status, next steps, get questions answered and find out ways to stay engaged. Get involved, join the conversation and register for the Fiber Community Information Session today! For the event listing, go here.
GOAT—Greatest of All Time: A Tribute to Muhammad Ali
Muhammad Ali is one of the most remarkable personalities of our time and the greatest sportsman ever to have walked the earth. To honor Ali, TASCHEN created a work that is epic in scale and as unique and vibrant as Ali himself. This collector’s edition, a gem of the African American Center’s collection, features written contributions from hundreds of writers and photographers, much of it published for the first time.
In addition to more than 3,000 photographs, art and memorabilia of Ali’s life, the book includes Ali’s own insights, writings and drawings. After the exhibit closes, patrons may view the book GOAT at the Main Library. Visit the 3rd Floor Page Desk to find out more. For additional reading recommendations, see our accompanying booklist.
Today through Mar. 3, at the SF Public Main Library, Atrium.
