***PLEASE NOTE: January’s meeting will be virtual! The library hosts the annual Festival of the Cranes on this date, so we will be meeting via Zoom. The link for the meeting will be sent out the week ahead.***

The Case for Making Art When the World Is on Fire – Amie McNee

January 10, 2026, Noon via ZOOM

In January we will be watching a TEDx talk from writer and creative coach Amie McNee, author of the book We Need Your Art: Stop Messing Around and Make Something. Amie challenges the idea that art is frivolous or indulgent in difficult times. She argues that creativity is not a luxury—it’s a necessity. Art calms us, connects us, and gives us purpose. It heals our bodies, minds, and communities. More than that, it’s an act of rebellion, a tool for hope, and a legacy that outlasts us all.

Ella will host a discussion following the TEDx talk, including information from Amie’s book. You are not required to read it! If you would like to check it out, however, you can find links to the book at https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/761126/we-need-your-art-by-amie-mcnee/ . This is a timely topic, and we’re hoping for a lively discussion on what it means to make art, both for you and for our world.