Live Events
Join the Conversation about Art and Democracy!
The Art of Saving Democracy is more than an action kit. It’s a call for more civic joy and participation!
Our live events extend the work beyond the page, convening artists and communities in public conversation about culture, power, and participation. Together, we’re exploring how creative voices can shape civic life and defend our freedoms—and how each of us can contribute to protecting and strengthening democracy.
This is where the dialogue happens. Join us.
EVENTS IN 2026
June 2 at 7:30 pm | New York City
BAM (Brooklyn Academy of Music) in association with Greenlight Books
Our premiere launch event featured artist Vincent Valdez in conversation with Debbie Millman, host of the podcast Design Matters. We were honored to have iconic actress Kathleen Turner as our special guest reading Constitutional amendments under threat.
June 4 at 1 pm | Philadelphia
Netroots Nation 2026 Summit
Art & Resistance: Lessons from Minnesota
Art of Saving Democracy author Na Eng and hip hop artist, educator, and trainer Kyle “Guante” Tran Myhre shared how art was used as creative strategy against violent ICE enforcement. Participants gained practical ideas for integrating art into campaigns in ways that build morale, broaden participation, and shift public sentiment.
June 10 at 7:30 pm | Los Angeles
The Ebell of Los Angeles
Writers Bloc Presents hosted an artist talk with internationally acclaimed artist Shepard Fairey in conversation with People For the American Way board chair and independent communications strategist Lara Bergthold.
June 18 at 4pm ET | Virtual
PRINT Magazine Book Club - June Book of the Month
We are honored that The Art of Saving Democracy was selected to be the June Book of the Month! Print Magazine’s Debbie Millman and Steven Heller hosted a lively Q&A with People For the American president Svante Myrick and artist Tracie Ching.
July 14 at 7pm | Minneapolis
Magers & Quinn Booksellers
Author talk with People For the American Way’s chief creative officer Na Eng. The author of The Art of Saving Democracy shares the origins and aspiration of the civic engagement project in conversation with Catherine Reid Day, founder of Storyslices, LLC.
July 22 at 7pm | Portland, OR
Powell’s City of Books
People For the American Way president Svante Myrick shared his inspiring life story going from a childhood in homelessness to becoming the youngest mayor in New York state history as well as reflections on the state of our democracy. Artists Roger Peet and Cleon Peterson, who both graciously contributed art to the action kit, shared their journeys as artists and advice they have for emerging artists who want to make a social impact.
July 29 at 7 pm | St. Paul, MN
The University Club of Saint Paul, hosted by SubText Books
This was a wonderful book party that featured special guests Jamie Millard, a co-owner and managing partner of the civic search firm Ballinger Leafblad, and Rev. James Erlandson, a Lutheran minister and faith organizer with ISAIAH, and children who recited Constitutional amendments under threat today.
August 8 at 2 pm | Santa Monica, CA
Diesel, A Book Store in partnership with the Friends of the Santa Monica Library
LA-based multidisciplinary muralist, painter, and digital artist Victoria Cassinova joined moderator Latosha Gillespie for a conversation about the role of artists in our democracy.
Botanical artist Brooke Fischer, who contributed a piece commissioned by Amplifier, also joined us for the audience Q&A.
September 10 at 5 pm | Ithaca, NY
Ithaca Is Books Festival in partnership with Buffalo Street Books
People For the American Way president and former Ithaca mayor Svante Myrick shared reflections on the state of our democracy and how we can make our voices heard in a way that can move policymakers. New York State Assemblymember Dr. Anna Kelles served as moderator.
October 2 at 1:30 pm | Hartford, CT
Connect26, hosted by the Connecticut Council for Philanthropy
United for Good: Big and Small Ideas for Good
Emmy Award-winning journalist and social impact leader Na Eng will offer the keynote address. She will share the story about The Art of Saving Democracy, an arts-infused civic engagement resource, as well as reflections on how to hold on to hope during hard times, what previous generations can teach us about this moment, and the role of art and creativity in social resistance and renewal.
Conference registration required.
October 6 at 6pm | St. Paul, MN
Next Chapter Bookstore in partnership with Indivisible Twin Cities
An Election Like No Other: How to Protect Our Votes and Our Democracy
Free and fair elections are foundational to a vibrant democracy. As we face new federal challenges to our voting rights in this midterm election, we can protect everyone’s rights and freedoms if we act together, just as we’ve done before.
Join Na Eng author of The Art of Saving Democracy, along with Kate Wegener and Stephen Seidel of Indivisible Twin Cities, for an essential democracy protection training. They’ll provide context for what’s at stake, offer an overview of how elections work in Minnesota, answer your questions about voting rights and election security, and share concrete ways to be a part of the solution immediately.
This is a free event open to everyone! RSVP appreciated.
October 8 at 7pm | Bennington, VT
Patrick J. Leahy Public Policy Forum on Saving Democracy Together, hosted by CAPA at Bennington College
Democracy is a Verb: Learning Civics Through Participation
The Art of Saving Democracy author Na Eng speaks to Bennington College students, faculty, and nearby community members about the value of experiential learning in our democracy. This event is part of a Thursday evening weekly fall series hosted by Bennington’s Center for the Advancement of Public Action (CAPA). Return on November 5 for a post-election analysis offered by People For the American Way president Svante Myrick.
This is a free event open to everyone!
October 13, 6:30pm | Minneapolis, MN
Comma Bookshop in partnership with Indivisible Twin Cities, to be held at St. John’s Episcopal Church
An Election Like No Other: How to Protect Our Votes and Our Democracy
Join Na Eng author of The Art of Saving Democracy, along with Kate Wegener and Stephen Seidel of Indivisible Twin Cities, for an essential democracy protection training. They’ll provide context for what’s at stake, offer an overview of how elections work in Minnesota, answer your questions about voting rights and election security, and share concrete ways to be a part of the solution immediately.
This is a free event open to everyone! RSVP appreciated.
October 26, 5-7pm | Minneapolis, MN
The Art of Saving Democracy at the Minneapolis American Indian Center
Ahead of a pop up early voting event at Little Earth on Oct. 27, the Native American Community Development Institute (NACDI) will host “The Art of Saving Democracy” to encourage early voting and mobilize community members to become democracy protectors. The event will feature interactive art making stations, short animated film screenings, food and fellowship, and a musical performance by Tall Paul, an Anishinaabe and Oneida hip hop artist. At 6pm, Na Eng will present a keynote address. Join us at the Minneapolis American Indian Center for this energizing community event!
This is a free event open to everyone!
