Join us for an engaging and educational ev ening at the Library\, as we partner with the Force of Nature Alliance\, T he Tri-Cites Team to screen two highly acclaimed documentaries that shed l ight on important environmental issues and followed up by a facilitated di scussion. Special guests will be invited. \;
\nNov 4 - Nov 10 is BCLA Climate Action W eek
\nOctober 24\, 2023 - \; Screening 1: Eating Our Way to Extinction​ (1 hour 21 minutes\, 2020)
\nNarrated \;by Ac ademy Award®\; winning \;actress Kate Winslet\,​ this powerf ul documentary \;showcases how simple changes to the way we eat can he lp halt catastrophic climate change and restore our planet.
\nThis e
ntertaining and surprising documentary will challenge the way you look at
the food
industry \;and its connection to the future of our plane
t.​ \; \; \;If food costs the Earth\, who pays the pric
e? \;
With commentary from some of the world&rsquo\;s best-kno wn personalities and leading scientists\, this is a powerful documentary t hat invites you on an eye-opening journey. It takes audiences on a cinemat ic journey around the world\, from the depths of the Amazon rainforests to the Taiwanese Mountains\, the Mongolian desert\, the US Dust Bowl\, the N orwegian Fjords and the Scottish coastlines\, telling the story of our pla net through shocking testimonials\, poignant accounts from indigenous peop le\, globally renowned figures and leading scientists. This powerful docum entary sends a simple but impactful message by uncovering hard truths and addressing\, on the big screen\, the most pressing issue of our generation &ndash\; ecological collapse.
\n\nNovember 7\, 2023 \; - \; Screening 2. 2040 (1 hour 31 minutes\, rated PG\, 2020)
\nIn "2040"\, concerned about his daughter's future\, award-winning director D amon Gameau begins a journey to explore what future could look like by the year 2040 if we choose to embrace the practical solutions for a better fu ture.
\nThis visually stunning film embarks on an optimistic quest\, envisioning director Damon Gameau where human innovation and sustainable practices have rejuvenated the planet. Following the screening\, \; ev eryone is welcome to come and engage in a compelling discussion on how we can channel these innovations into our present reality\, steering us towar d a greener and more harmonious existence.
\n\n\;The eve nt is free and open to the public. Come and join us for these inspiring an d thought-provoking documentaries.
\nFollowing each screening\, ther e will be a 30-minute facilitated discussion at approximately 7:50 pm\, wh ere you'll have the opportunity to share your thoughts\, insights\, and qu estions with other attendees. Don't miss this opportunity to be part of th e conversation and take action for a better future! No registration is req uired\, and all are welcome to attend.
\nDon't miss this chance to l earn\, connect\, and be inspired to take action on the pressing issue of c limate change. \;
\nIn Partnership with Force of Nature Alliance \, The Tri-Cities Team
\nSpecial Thanks and acknowledgment to Kanopy for the public performance rights for screening and for the right to use publicity materials for this free event.
\nFor inquiries\, please co ntact Shirley at schan@coqlibrary.ca
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