Film on detention of Palestinians
The GRALTA Foundation presents a screening discussion of “Imprisoning a Generation,” a documentary by Zelda Edmunds that follows four young Palestinians who were detained and imprisoned under the Israeli military and political systems, on Saturday, May 25 at 10 a.m. in the Lincoln Public Library. The discussion will be led by Jerusalem-based Farah Bayadsi and Lincoln native Shaina Low, international advocacy officer for Defense for Children International – Palestine, who will offer details on the Promoting Human Rights for Palestinian Children Living Under Military Occupation Act (HR 2407). For more information, contact Steve Low at 781-259-1300 or steve.low@gordianconcepts.com.
Climate Justice Ministry film, summer services at St. Anne’s
On Tuesday, May 28, the Climate Justice Ministry at St. Anne’s in-the-Fields Episcopal Church continues its film series with “Redefining Prosperity.” The film examines Nevada City, home to harmful environmental practices until it was discovered by the “back to the land movement,” experiencing a second gold rush but with a different idea of gold based on nature, community, and a sense of place. A light vegetarian supper is served at 6:30 p.m. and the film screening begins at 7 p.m. Discussion follows as time allows. Free and open to the public.
For the months of June, July, and August, the worship schedule at St. Anne’s in-the-Fields changes to one service of Holy Eucharist on Sundays at 9 a.m. The regular worship schedule of two morning services resumes in September. For more information, visit www.stanneslincoln.org.
DeMille at next LOMA
Ted DeMille
Ted DeMille is the featured performer at the next LOMA (Lincoln Open-Mike Acoustic) night on Monday, June 10 in the Lincoln Public Library’s Tarbell Room. The event runs from 7–10 p.m., and DeMille will perform a half-hour set starting around 8:30. Ted fronts Old Eleven, which plays many of his original songs at concert venues, and he’s also a member of the singer-songwriter group Magic Eight Ball. Click her to see him perform his original song “Indian Summer.”
Admission is free and refreshments are provided. Performers can sign up at the event or email Rich Eilbert at loma3re@gmail.com for a slot. There is a sound system with mikes and instrumental pickups suitable for individuals or small groups.
