In partnership with Transition Town Port Washington, the Port Washington Public Library will present a three-part documentary film festival. A community discussion will follow each film. Find out what you can do right here in Port Washington. Refreshments will be served. All are welcome!
“Paris to Pittsburgh”
Friday, Feb. 28 at 7 p.m.
2018 – 77 min. “Paris to Pittsburgh” shines a light on the many forgotten communities and people who have been greatly affected by climate change in our country, as well as solutions for how we can fight back and reduce our carbon footprint. Directed by Sidney Beaumont and Michael Bonfiglio. Rachel Brosnahan narrates. National Geographic Production. Thanks to Bloomberg Philanthropies.
“Just Eat It: A Food Waste Story”
Friday, March 20 at 7 p.m.
2014 – 50 min. Filmmakers and food lovers, Jen and Grant dive into the issue of food waste from the farm and retail stores, right to the back of their own fridge. For six months, they pledge to quit grocery shopping and live on discarded food. What they find is truly shocking. Directed by Grant Baldwin.
“Disobedience”
Wednesday, April 22 at 7 p.m.
2016 – 41 min. Can civil disobedience force political reform? Are we powerless? Or are we the only ones who can save ourselves? Believing that the call for real and lasting change cannot be answered by politicians, the film showcases a diverse group of activists throughout the globe who have taken the fight into their own hands. Thanks to 350.org / Disobedient Productions 2016. Produced by 350.org.
Submitted by the Port Washington Public Library
