Jeffrey McKay/2016/52 min/Conservation
CHICAGO-AREA PREMIERE. FILM DESCRIPTION: The science and enchantment of the global forest provides us with answers to modern dilemmas. “Call of the Forest: The Forgotten Wisdom of Trees” follows scientist and acclaimed author Diana Beresford-Kroeger as she investigates our profound biological and spiritual connection to forests. Beresford-Kroeger explores the most beautiful forests in the Northern Hemisphere from the sacred sugi and cedar forests of Japan to the great boreal forest of Canada. She shares the amazing stories behind the history and legacy of these ancient forests while also explaining the science of trees and the irreplaceable roles they play in protecting and feeding the planet.
Sunday, March 3, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. [South]
St. James Church, 19 E. 29th St., Chicago
After the film, participate in facilitated audience dialogue to explore the film's topics, connections, and opportunities for action. Facilitator: Ashley Pollock, LivCor LLC. Also engage with action and project ideas through: Certified Forest Therapist Kim Ruffin of Cardinal Encounters; Laura Derks of Flybird Experience; and Archdiocese of Chicago Creation Care Team.
Doors open 30 minutes before start time. Arrive early to avoid lines and get best seats.
Sunday, March 10, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. [W Suburbs]
Thatcher Woods Pavilion, 8030 Chicago Ave., River Forest
Optional forest walk at 9:30 a.m. starting in front of the Pavilion.
The 6-minute film “Our Horizon” will precede the feature film. Directed and produced by Jack Szynaka and Nikki Conero while they were seniors at School of Visual Arts in New York City, “Our Horizon” received an honorable mention in the One Earth Young Filmmakers Contest.
Arrive a little before 9:30 a.m. at the front of Thatcher Pavilion for an optional 30 min forest walk, led by a Forest Preserve District Cook County staff member (weather and space permitting). After the film, participate in a Q&A, and learn about concrete action opportunities with: Kim Ruffin, Certified Forest Therapy Guide, Cardinal Encounters; Sue Dombro, Forest Preserve District Cook County; Andy Basney, River Forest Sustainability Commission; Laura Derks, Flybird Experience. Facilitator: Vincent Gomez, The Chicago Botanic Garden.
Doors open 30 minutes before start time. Arrive early to avoid lines and get best seats. ADA compliant accessible venue.
Sunday, March 10, 2 to 4 p.m. [Lake County]
St. Joseph Catholic Church, 121 E. Maple Ave.
Koenig Center, Libertyville
After the film, participate in Q&A, and learn about meaningful action opportunities with Lydia Scott, Director of the Chicago Region Trees Initiative and Manager of the Community Trees Program at the Morton Arboretum. Facilitator: Celeste Flores, Faith in Place. Also engage with action and project ideas through: Audubon Society, Faith in Place, Sierra Club, Lake County Forest Preserve, Lake County Green Congregations, Archdiocese of Chicago, and others.
Doors open 30 minutes before start time. Arrive early to avoid lines and get best seats. ADA compliant accessible venue.