# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Avoiding AI: Breaking Up with Big Tech 
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 08 Oct, 2026 at 05:30 pm (-07:00)
- **Event Description**: Generative AI is being pushed hard by major technology companies everywhere. Knowing how it works, why it is being pushed, and having the ability to opt out is central to informational and intellectual freedoms. 

On Thursday October 8th from 5:30 to 6:30 pm we are hosting "Avoiding AI," a presentation and workshop covering the basics of how this technology works, why it is unreliable as a source of information, privacy concerns associated with AI, and how to disable it on your devices as much as possible.

If you are curious about how large language models and artificial intelligence work or frustrated with forced adoption, join us to learn more and take control of your devices and your privacy.

All NCW Libraries programs are free and open to all. Registration is required for this program.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/wenatchee/avoiding-ai-breaking-up-with-big-tech/200030653109923
- **Event Categories**: Workshops, Nonprofit
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Wenatchee
- **state**: WA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 310 Douglas St., Wenatchee, WA, United States, Washington 98801
- **lat**: 47.42338
- **long**: -120.31471
- **full address**: 310 Douglas St., Wenatchee, WA, United States, Washington 98801

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Avoiding AI: Breaking Up with Big Tech  being held?
  - **A:** Avoiding AI: Breaking Up with Big Tech  takes place on Thu, 08 Oct, 2026 at 05:30 pm to Thu, 08 Oct, 2026 at 05:30 pm at 310 Douglas St., Wenatchee, WA, United States, Washington 98801.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Avoiding AI: Breaking Up with Big Tech ?
  - **A:** Avoiding AI: Breaking Up with Big Tech  is organized by Wenatchee Public Library.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Avoiding AI: Breaking Up with Big Tech  is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Wenatchee, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Avoiding AI: Breaking Up with Big Tech  sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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