Join us this summer in the barn at MSU Tollgate Farm to enjoy a documentary film screening followed by a group discussion. The 2019 summer
Films on the Farm series focuses on aspects of sustainability.
The barn will open at 6:30 p.m. The film will start at 7 p.m. There is no cost, but we would appreciate knowing that you plan to join us.
Refreshments will be available. Proceeds will go to support the local 4-H youth clubs.
June 1, 2019 - No Impact Man, Oscilloscope Pictures, 2008.
Follow the Manhattan-based Beavan family as they abandon their high consumption 5th Avenue lifestyle and try to live a year while making no net environmental impact.
June 22, 2019 - Minimalism: A documentary about the important things, The Video Project, 2016.
How might your life be better with less? This documentary examines the many flavors of minimalism by taking the audience inside the lives of minimalists from all walks of life—families, entrepreneurs, architects, artists, journalists, scientists, and even a former Wall Street broker—all of whom are striving to live a meaningful life with less.
July 13, 2019 - Ingredients: The local food movement takes root, Optic Nerve Productions, 2009.
Ingredients takes a positive look at the good food system. It raises a lot of points about sustainable food and sustainable production that demonstrate the importance of the local food movement. If you are looking to “buy local,” the film will definitely help you think about local possibilities.
Registration for Films on the Farm is open.
Registration closes at 11:59 p.m. on May 31, 2019.
There are 94 openings available.
Registration for Films on the Farm is open.
Registration closes at 11:59 p.m. on June 21, 2019.
There are 96 openings available.
Registration for Film on the Farm is open.
Registration closes at 11:59 p.m. on July 12, 2019.
There are 97 openings available.
Accommodations
Michigan State University is committed to providing equal opportunity for participation in all programs, services and activities. Accommodations for persons with disabilities may be requested by contacting the event contact two weeks prior to the start of the event. Requests received after this date will be honored whenever possible.
Contact Information
For information, contact Marie Ruemenapp at ruemenap@msu.edu.
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