The Green Living Series, sponsored by Green Concord, with film screenings held at Red River Theatres, hosted a special Event Screening of QUEEN OF THE SUN: WHAT ARE THE BEES TELLING US?, complete with hive demo and honey wine tasting before the documentary, and a discussion after it. The film is a profound look at the global honeybee crisis & what people can do to help, from Taggart Siegel, award-winning director of the grass-roots hit, The Real Dirt on Farmer John. Panel for the discussion includes (LR): Moderator Deb from Bona Fide Green Goods, Michael Fairbrother, owner, Moonlight Meadery,Troy Hall, Beekeeper and President of the Kearsarge Beekeepers Assc.,Evan Eshelman, European Bee Farming, and Bill Whyte, Owner of Badger Balm. Remember that specialty films of local interest, often with engaging community discussions can only happen if Red River Theatres remains financially healthy. If you wish to be part of our film community and show your support, become a member today at: www.redrivertheatres.org For more info, or to support tonight’s sponsors: www.greenconcord.org www.moonlightmeadery.com www.badgerbalm.com www.queenofthesun.com
Green Living Series: What is Permaculture? Discussion
This is the 40 min. discussion which followed “What is Permaculture?,” a 45-minute video documenting the practical applications of permaculture currently utilized at D Acres Organic Permaculture Farm & Sustainability Center, located in Dorchester, NH. Shot over the course of four seasons, renewable energy, food preservation, animal husbandry, forest gardening, no-till agricuture, compost toilets, root cellars and greenhouses are highlighted. Josh Trought, producer and director at D Acres was on hand for the Q&A following the viewing on Friday, 2/11. Also on Friday, 2/11: The movie was preceded by an official Concord Green Drinks gathering at Red River’s Indie Cafe from 6-7pm. Sponsor: D Acres Panelists (LR): -Facilitator Deb from Bona Fide Green Goods, Concord – Lauren Chase-Rowell, Outdoor Homes – Josh Trought, D Acres – Dorn Cox, New England Famers Union – Steve Whitman, PSU and Low Energy Future Red River Theatres is a non-profit, independent, community supported cinema, which depends upon your support. Become a Member or make a donation at: www.redrivertheatres.org.