Cass Balzer writes: “Alcohol-free events have gained significant traction in recent years. It’s a trend reflected in the growing popularity of wellness challenges like Dry January, a time when millions of people abstain from alcohol at the start of a new year. In response, several public libraries around the country are now providing adults-only, sober-curious programming to educate attendees on making alcohol-free mixed drinks. Those who organize these events say that such programming has promoted inclusion, helped those in recovery, and further established the library as a safe place to socialize.”