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Documentary Screening and Discussion: The Bitter Pill (POV Community Network) In-Person

Join us for a PBS documentary screening followed by a discussion led by retired Librarian Susan and Librarian Andrew. The film follows plaintiff attorney Paul Farrell Jr., whose hometown has been devastated by the opioid epidemic. Determined to hold major pharmaceutical companies accountable, Farrell seeks to secure funds that could bring lasting change to Cabell County, West Virginia—a community at the heart of America’s opioid crisis. 82 minutes; Rated TV-14; Director Clay Tweel; Filmmakers: Tim Grant, Shannon E. Riggs, and Molly Rohlich. Original PBS Airdate: Monday, September 22, 2025. Presented in collaboration with POV, PBS’s award-winning independent nonfiction film series (pbs.org/pov)
Advanced registration is appreciated.

Date:
Tuesday, January 20, 2026
Time:
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Time Zone:
Eastern Time - US & Canada (change)
Location:
Lawrence Community Room 1
Branch:
Lawrence Headquarters Branch
Audience:
  Adult  

There are 29 seats available.

Event Organizer

Sharon Wang