The LANCSA, UELA, and WUF are coming together to host this screening during LA Climate Week because it speaks to our present circumstances, with both climate action and democracy itself at a critical juncture. What can we do as local organizations to strengthen democracy and bolster our commitment to a healthy environment, despite unprecedented headwinds?

Join or Die is a film about why you should join a club—and why the fate of America
depends on it. In this feature documentary, follow the half-century story of America's
civic unraveling through the journey of legendary social scientist Robert Putnam,
whose groundbreaking "Bowling Alone" research into America's decades-long decline
in community connections could hold the answers to our democracy's present crisis.

Flanked by influential fans and scholars — from Hillary Clinton, Pete Buttigieg, and
Surgeon General Vivek Murthy to Eddie Glaude Jr., Raj Chetty, and Priya Parker — as
well as inspiring groups building community in neighborhoods across the country, join
Bob as he explores three urgent civic questions: What makes democracy work? Why is
American democracy in crisis? And, most importantly... What can we do about it?

JOIN US IN CONVERSATION APRIL 11 — RSVP TODAY!

Event Timing:
6:00 - 7:00 Mingling and optional no-host dinner*
*Au Lac’s LA Climate Week menu offers three specials at $11-12
7:00 - 7:05 Welcome and Introductions
7:05 - 8:40 Film Screening
8:40 - 9:10 Post-Film Discussion
9:10 - 9:30 Mingling

Directions:
Avoid the stress of rush hour and skip traffic! Au Lac is located on Bunker Hill in Downtown LA and is conveniently located a short, pleasant walk from a number of transit lines, including:
Metro Rail A and E Lines: Grand Ave Arts / Bunker Hill Station
Metro Bus Lines 14, 37, 490, 495, 498, 499, 699, 799
Big Blue Bus R10
For those who choose to drive, there are several nearby parking options, including:
Flat-Rate Parking In Promenade Guest Parking Structure ($12 Cash Only)
Metered street parking on 1st St
Street parking on Hope St between 1st & Temple
Looking for someone to carpool with? Sign up here!