West Lake Norman News

Join Dr. Jeffrey Delbert at Patrick Beaver Memorial Library on Monday, October 24, at 5:30 p.m. for a presentation that explores facts and how we learn about them. The information cycle describes how information is produced, distributed, and changed over time. This talk will elaborate on modern information cycles and media literacy by discussing aspects of how we come to know facts and the public’s consumption of such facts. Dr. Delbert will also explain methods of fact-checking and examine how we can protect our information environment. This presentation will give participants greater insight into the story behind Hickory Community Theatre’s production of Lifespan of a Fact.

Jeffrey Delbert earned his Ph.D. from the University of Missouri in political communication. Currently, he is an Associate Professor of Communication Studies at Lenoir-Rhyne University and teaches courses in argument, digital storytelling, and campaign communication. His research focuses on the intersection of media, politics, and popular culture, exploring how rhetoric and media influence the public sphere. He has recently co-authored the book Rhetoric and Governance Under Trump.

Hickory Community Theatre and Hickory Public Library have partnered to bring this program to Patrick Beaver Memorial Library on October 24 at 5:30 p.m. It is free and open to the public. Registration is not required; however, there is a limit of 45 people, first come, first served. For more information, please call 304-0500. Patrick Beaver Memorial Library is located at 375 3rd Street NE on the SALT Block.

Lifespan of a Fact will be presented at Hickory Community Theatre’s Fireman’s Kitchen November 4-19. Tickets for this production are $16 for adults and $10 for youth and students. Tickets may be purchased online at https://www.hickorytheatre.org or by calling 828-328-2283. 

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