Community Programming

At the heart of our nonprofit’s mission is the belief that justice, freedom, and equity are essential pillars for a thriving community. Each year, we design and host a variety of programs, from book discussions and movie nights to speaker series and small group gatherings that encourage reflection and dialogue on these values. Our goal is to create inclusive spaces where community members of all ages can come together to learn, engage, and work toward a more just and equitable society.

2026 Community Read

Each year, the Southern Cayuga Community Read brings neighbors and friends together to discuss a book that has local relevance while exploring timeless themes related to justice, freedom, and equity. This year we will be reading James, by Percival Everett.

DETAILS:

  • Copies of the book are available through the Finger Lakes Library System’s interlibrary loan.

  • Small groups will meet in February.

  • More locations and times will be announced. If interested in participating, please email elaine.meyers4@gmail.com

Community Read and Community Movie Night

Each year, the Southern Cayuga Community Read brings neighbors and friends together to discuss a book that has local relevance while exploring timeless themes related to justice, freedom, and equity. Our Annual Movie Night furthers this mission, screening films that reflect these core values.

See our past selections below:

  • 2026 James, by Percival Everett

    2025 Man’s Search for Meaning, by Viktor Frankl 

    2024 My Friend Anne Frank, by Hannah Pick-Goslar

    2023 His Truth Is Marching On: John Lewis and the Power of Hope, by Jon Meacham

    2021 “All the Real Indians Died Off”: And 20 Other Myths About Native Americans, by Roxanne Dunbar-Ortiz & Dina Gilio-Whitaker

    2020 The Hate U Give, by Angie Thomas
    Why are all the Black Kids Sitting Together in the Cafeteria?, by Dr. Beverly Tatum

    2019 Hidden in France: A Boy’s Journey under the Nazi Occupation in France, by Simon Jeruchim

    2018 Return to Sender, by Julia Alvarez

    2017Life in a Jar: The Irena Sendler Project, by Jack Mayer

    2016 A Long Walk to Water, by Linda Sue Park

    2015 A Mighty Long Walk: My Journey to Justice at Little Rock Central High School, by Carlotta Walls Lanier

    2014 In My Hands: Memories of a Holocaust Rescuer, by Irene Opdyke

    2013 The Diary of a Young Girl, by Anne Frank

    • American’s Who Tell the Truth Documentary

    • The Book Thief

    • Hidden Figures

    • A Long Walk Home

Traveling Truth Teller Poster Exhibit

The Anne Frank Tree Project proudly owns 20 portraits from Robert Shetterly’s inspiring series, “Americans Who Tell the Truth.” We collaborate with local organizations to display these powerful works, fostering community dialogue around truth, justice, and civic engagement.

Please contact us at scfranktree@gmail.com if you’re interested in hosting an exhibit.

Interested in partnering?

Contact us at scfranktree@gmail.com