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Inspire Me: True Stories for the New Year: “Won’t You Be My Neighbor?” (2018)

Published: January 17, 2026; Aithor: Julia Sonrisa

When: January 20, 2026
Where: Ottendorfer Library

Address: 135 Second Avenue New York, NY 10003

Phone: +1 212-674-0947

Won’t You Be My Neighbor? (2018) is a heartfelt documentary about Fred Rogers, the beloved creator and host of the long-running children’s television program Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood. Through archival footage, interviews, and behind-the-scenes stories, the film explores Rogers’ quiet but radical philosophy of kindness, empathy, and emotional honesty. It shows how, in a media landscape often driven by noise and speed, Rogers chose gentleness and respect, addressing difficult topics such as grief, anger, disability, and social change with sincerity and care. The documentary reflects on his lasting cultural impact and reminds audiences of the power of compassion, listening, and being a good neighbor in an increasingly divided world.

Time: 5:00-7:00 pm EST

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