Do you remember the first time you were taught how to “be a man” or “act more ladylike”? Do you recall moments of permission when you got to break free from the pressures of your gender? Everyone experiences gender differently, which can cause confusion when the gender of others challenges our own understanding. By exploring our own histories with gender, we can open ourselves up to being curious about the experiences of others. In this conversation, participants will be invited to reflect on and share the ways gender was taught to them, moments they challenged gender expectations, and ways they live in their gender today.
Free. First come, first seated. This program is supported by the Friends of the Salem Public Library.
For more information, contact Salem Public Library at library@cityofsalem.net or 503-588-6315.
Eric Braman (they/them) is a writer, theatre maker, educator, and consultant based in Springfield. As an artist they explore themes of masculinity, mental health, queer possibility, and personal history through micromoment observations and natural metaphor. Their writing has been published by High Shelf Press, Moon Tide Press, Qu Literary Magazine, and other publications. In 2024 they released their debut poetry collection, Bury Me in Cherry Blossoms (Cirque Press). Eric’s written and performance work has been seen on stages across the United States including Ghostlight Theatre Ensemble (Chicago), Queer Theatre Kalamazoo, Oregon Contemporary Theatre, and Bigfoot Regional Poetry Slam. Eric is a cofounder and consultant with Bring Consulting, supporting artists, makers, and those who want to feel invigorated in their work to use creativity as a force for change. Learn more at ericbraman.com and bringconsulting.org.
¿Recuerda la primera vez que se enseñaron a “ser un hombre” o a “actuar de manera más femenina”? ¿Recuerda momentos de permiso en los que pudo liberarse de las presiones de su género? Todos experimentamos el género de manera diferente, lo cual puede causar confusión cuando el género de los demás desafía nuestra propia comprensión. Al explorar nuestras propias historias con respecto al género, podemos abrirnos a tener curiosidad por las experiencias de los demás. En esta conversación, se invitará a los participantes a reflexionar y compartir las formas en que se les enseñó el género, los momentos en los que desafiaron las expectativas de género y las maneras en que viven su género hoy.
Gratis. Por orden de llegada. Este programa cuenta con el apoyo de los Amigos de la Biblioteca Pública de Salem.
Para obtener más información, comuníquese con la Biblioteca Pública de Salem al library@cityofsalem.net o al 503-588-6315.
