Skye Perryman: Ordinary People, Extraordinary Times

Skye Perryman visits The Ivy Bookshop to discuss *Ordinary People, Extraordinary Times: How to Reclaim Your Power, Fight for Freedom, and Reimagine Democracy*. Held as Election Day approaches, the conversation focuses on reclaiming civic power through speaking up, building community, protecting the future, and making everyday choices that strengthen democracy.

Perryman is president and CEO of Democracy Forward, a nonpartisan national legal organization that advances democracy and progress through litigation, regulatory engagement, policy education, and research. She is a TIME 100 honoree and was recognized by *The Washington Post* as one of the 50 people shaping American society in 2026. Her book is an instant national bestseller and has received praise from Stacey Abrams as a strong call to action amid national and global challenges.

When: Tuesday, October 27, 2026

Showtimes: 6:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m.

Venue: The Ivy Bookshop, Back Patio, 5928 Falls Road, Baltimore, MD 21209

Tickets: Price not available

RSVP: An RSVP is requested through the event page.

Book: Copies of *Ordinary People, Extraordinary Times* are available to order through The Ivy Bookshop.

Speaker: Skye Perryman, president and CEO of Democracy Forward

Run time: 1 hour 30 minutes