Civics & Conversation

Saturday, March 7 - 10:30am-12:30pm - Week 1: Introduction and Declaration of Independence/Articles of Confederation

Saturday, March 14 - 10:30am-12:30pm - Week 2: The ConstitutionL Preamble and 7 Articles

Saturday, March 21 - 10:30am-12:30pm - Week 3: The Bill of Rights

Saturday, March 28 - 10:30am-12:30pm - Week 4: Amendments 11-27

Civics & Conversation is a guided discussion series that explores the foundations of American government and civic life. The program meets weekly on Saturdays in March 2026, from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm, at the Library. Sessions will be facilitated by veteran social studies teacher Robert Nave who is a United States House of Representatives Teaching Fellow, having served his internship in Congress in the summer of 2010. Further, Bob is a noted lecturer who has given presentations throughout the United States on civic and legal issues on a wide variety of subjects.

Each of the 4 sessions focus on a different topic: the Declaration of Independence and Articles of Confederation; the Preamble and seven Articles of the Constitution; the Bill of Rights; and Amendments 11–27. This interactive series encourages thoughtful conversation and a deeper understanding of how these documents continue to shape our democracy today.

Coffee, tea, and light refreshments will be served. Participants must be able to commit to attending all four sessions. Space is limited. 

(In the event of inclement weather, the snow date will be Saturday, April 4.)

This event has been made possible through the generous support of the Thomaston Savings Bank Foundation.