Come in to the Scotch Plains Public Library this Thursday, July 23rd at 10:00am for a special screening of episode 1 of the acclaimed series "The American Revolution" by Ken Burns.
Episode One: In Order To Be Free (May 1754 – May 1775): American colonists oppose efforts by the British Crown and Parliament to seize greater control in North America, escalating simmering tensions over land, taxes, and sovereignty into violent confrontation. After protestors dump tea in Boston Harbor, the British government enacts martial law in Massachusetts. Fighting at Lexington and Concord ignites a war that will last eight years.
Running time: 1 hour, 53 minutes. Rated TV-14. Children under the age of 13 must be under the supervision of an adult.
For more information or to register, go to www.scotlib.org, email library@scotlib.org or call (908) 322-5007 x 204. The Scotch Plains Public Library is located at 1927 Bartle Avenue.