What Does It Mean to Be American? In-Person
- Date:
- Wednesday, May 6, 2026
- Time:
- 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
- Location:
- Cedar Mill Library Elm & Oak Room
- Contact:
- Adult Services | 503-644-0043 | askuscml@wccls.org
- Audience:
- Adults
- Categories:
- Class/Workshop Community Reads Culture/Society
This conversation will explore when and how we define ourselves as an “American.” Does knowing the Constitution make us American? Does living on land controlled by the United States of America make us American? Through conversation and nonverbal exploration, we will share what “American” means to us individually and within the communities we belong to or came from, and what perspectives shaped our understanding of American identity and who is included in “We the People.”
Chisao Hata is a performing artist, educator, and arts integration specialist. She has been called a “community weaver” through facilitation, community engagement and creating artistic collaborations.
Registration is required. If you need assistance registering, please contact library staff.
This is part of our One Book, One Coast reading program with events all month long. For all events, visit our website.