We’re pleased to work with the Colorado State Library to share free “Visions of Warriors” online screenings with the Colorado library community. According to their site, the Colorado State Library is “a division of the Colorado Department of Education” which “helps libraries, schools, museums, and other organizations to access and use the materials and information they need for lifelong learning.” To assist veterans who are at even more risk because of COVID-19, we’re offering online screenings of our documentary at no charge to libraries, universities, veterans organizations, and mental health organizations. We also include many free resources: a Press Kit, a Discussion Guide, a “How to Organize a Screening” Guide, and a “How to Set Up an Online Screening and Q&A” Guide. Best of all, we provide extensive support to participants. Veterans are facing extraordinary challenges during the pandemic. Hopefully, our film can help support veterans during this tough time. Thank you to Nicolle Davies and the Colorado State Library for their generous assistance.
To set up an online screening, contact us:
shoot[at]humanistfilms[dot]com
To learn more about the Colorado State Library:
https://www.cde.state.co.us/cdelib/
THE NEBRASKA LIBRARY COMMISSION TO HELP MAKE “VISIONS OF WARRIORS” AVAILABLE THROUGH NEBRASKA LIBRARIES
We’re thrilled to announce that the Nebraska Library Commission will be helping to make online screenings of “Visions of Warriors” available through Nebraska libraries. According to their site, the Nebraska Library Commission “is part of the executive branch of the state government” and “responsible for the statewide promotion, development and coordination of library services.” The Commission “works with all types of libraries—public, school, college and university, special and institutional libraries.” To help veterans who are at even more risk because of COVID-19, we’re offering online screenings of our documentary at no charge to libraries, universities, veterans organizations, and mental health organizations. We also include many free resources: a Press Kit, a Discussion Guide, a “How to Organize a Screening” Guide, and a “How to Set Up an Online Screening and Q&A” Guide. In addition, we provide extensive support to participants. The veteran suicide rate has increased significantly since the pandemic had started. Hopefully, our film can be part of a collective effort to reach out and assist veterans during this difficult time. Thank you to Rod Wagner and the Nebraska Library Commission for their generous support!
To learn more about the program:
http://nlcblogs.nebraska.gov/nlcblog/2020/10/30/visions-of-warriors-documentary-for-nebraska-libraries/
To learn more about the Nebraska Library Commission:
http://www.nlc.nebraska.gov/
“VISIONS OF WARRIORS” TO SCREEN ONLINE FOR THE PARK COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM
In honor of Veterans Day, “Visions of Warriors” will be screening online for the Park County Library System, which is made up of the Cody Library, Powell Library, and Meeteetse Branch Library, from Monday, 11/8/2020 to Saturday, 11/21/2020. This library system and its surrounding area have a rich history, with the Cody Library being founded in 1906, the Powell Library Club being established in 1910, and Meeteetse Branch Library starting in the 1920’s. Between Powell and Cody, the Heart Mountain Relocation Center is an important historical site, where more than 14,000 Japanese Americans were unjustly incarcerated during World War II. West of the two cities is the majestic Yellowstone National Park. We’ve partnered with the Wyoming State Library to promote our documentary to the Wyoming library community. We’re excited to work the Park County Library System to share our film with their communities. Thank you to Jamie Markus, the Wyoming State Library, Nicholle Gerharter, and the Park County Library System. Our deepest gratitude to all of our veterans and their families on Veterans Day.
Screening:
Monday, 11/8/2020 - Saturday, 11/21/2020
To learn more about the screening:
link TBA
To learn more about the Park County Library System:
https://parkcountylibrary.org/
To learn more about the Wyoming State Library:
https://library.wyo.gov/
“VISIONS OF WARRIORS” TO SCREEN ONLINE FOR THE NATRONA COUNTY LIBRARY
In observance of Veterans Day, “Visions of Warriors” will be screening online for the Natrona County Library in Casper, Wyoming from Monday, 11/2/2020 to Friday, 11/20/2020. The screening will be followed by a Q&A with director Ming Lai on Thursday, 11/19/2020, at 2:00 p.m. Mountain Time. Founded in 1910, the library is located in Natrona County, which has a rich history, offers an abundance of outdoor activities, and is home to the Oregon Trail State Veterans Cemetery. We’ve partnered with the Wyoming State Library to promote our documentary to the Wyoming library community. We’re thrilled to start sharing our film with the state, beginning with the Natrona County Library. Thank you to Jamie Markus, the Wyoming State Library, Betsy O’Neil, Kate Mutch, and the Natrona County Library. Most of all, thank you to all of our veterans and their families on Veterans Day.
Screening:
Monday, 11/2/2020 - Friday, 11/20/2020
Q&A with Ming Lai:
Monday, 11/16/2020, 2:00 p.m. Mountain Time
*Please note date change.
To learn more about the screening:
https://natronacountylibrary.libcal.com/event/7247636
To learn more about the Natrona County Library:
https://www.natronacountylibrary.org/
To learn more about the Wyoming State Library:
https://library.wyo.gov/
“VISIONS OF WARRIORS” TO SCREEN ONLINE FOR THE WILLIAM JAMES COLLEGE
“Visions of Warriors” will be screening online for William James College in Newton, Massachusetts from Monday, 11/2/2020 to Sunday, 11/15/2020 in honor of Veterans Day. Hosted by the college’s Military & Veterans Psychology Program, the screening will be followed by a Q&A with director Ming Lai, student veterans, and veteran panelists on Tuesday, 11/10/2020, at 12:00 p.m. EST / 9:00 a.m. PST. According to their mission, “William James College strives to be a preeminent school of psychology that integrates rigorous academic instruction with extensive field education and close attention to professional development.” The college was named after William James (1842-1910), “the founder of American psychology and a revolutionary thinker in the psychology field.” It offers two innovative Military Psychology training programs—the Military and Veteran Psychology (MVP) emphasis and Train Vets to Treat Vets (TVTV) program. We’re proud to support this respected college of psychology and their continuing mission. We’re deeply honored to be a part of this special Veterans Day event. Thank you to President Nicholas Covino, Jenny D’Olympia, Anne Wilson, Marc Abelard, Mary Grabowski, Corey New, Jessica Price, Lance Lewis, and William James College for this wonderful opportunity.
Screening:
Monday, 11/2/2020 to Sunday, 11/15/2020
Q&A with Ming Lai, Student Veterans, and Veteran Panelists:
Tuesday, 11/10/2020
12:00 p.m. EST / 9:00 a.m. PST
To learn more and register for the screening and Q&A:
http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07ehd6fc8be01bfd2e&llr=66tpz8bab
To read their article about the film:
https://www.williamjames.edu/news/visions-of-warriors-offers-visions-of-hope-for-veterans-battling-mental-illness.cfm?fbclid=IwAR0kgXfC4A4bs_E5MpBpuVbXDMwFYlJeUZO1rYVExrxExjBEqOx_6XBY2c4
To learn more about William James College:
https://www.williamjames.edu/
“VISIONS OF WARRIORS” TO SCREEN ONLINE FOR THE ARCADIA PUBLIC LIBRARY
“Visions of Warriors” will be screening online for the Arcadia Public Library from Monday, 7/20/2020 to Saturday, 8/1/2020. There will be a Q&A with veteran Tom Lenzo and director Ming Lai, moderated by the library’s Patricia Smith, on Monday, 8/10/2020, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. The library is located in the diverse and thriving San Gabriel Valley of Los Angeles, where we’re based. We’re thrilled to share our film with one of our local libraries. Its partner Gilb Museum of Arcadia Heritage features an Arcadia Veterans Local History Room that honors veterans of the City of Arcadia. Thank you to Patricia Smith, Danielle Guerrero, the Arcadia Public Library, Stevy Acevedo, the Gilb Museum of Arcadia Heritage, Tom Lenzo, Julianna Robbins, and the California Center for the Book for this wonderful opportunity.
Screening:
Monday, 7/20/2020 - Saturday, 8/1/2020
Q&A with Patricia Smith, Tom Lenzo, and Ming Lai:
Monday, 8/10/2020, 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Watch the recorded Q&A:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yJx4ZzeTZ8Q&list=PLr8g-YpR1VnFDWMGltIoYxzwOhg_XmLjc
Download a flyer about the screening.
To learn more about the library:
https://www.arcadiaca.gov/enrich/arcadia_public_library/index.php
To learn more about “Community Conversations with “Veterans”:
https://calbook.org/programs/community-conversations-with-veterans/
VISIONS OF WARRIORS TO SCREEN ONLINE FOR THE KERN COUNTY LIBRARY
“Visions of Warriors” will be screening online for the Kern County Library from Monday, 6/29/2020 to Tuesday, 7/14/2020. A Q&A with director Ming Lai will be held on Wednesday, 7/15/2020. The Q&A will be recorded and available after the event. The mission of the Kern County Library is “to build community and cultivate opportunities for Kern County residents, by connecting people, ideas, information, and technology.” They offer Veterans Resource Centers at their Beale Memorial Library, Kern River Valley Library, and Ridgecrest Branch Library. This special event is a part of the California Center for the Book’s “Community Conversations with Veterans” initiative, which is a partnership between the California Center for the Book and Veterans Connect @ the Library. The program offers California libraries the opportunity to connect more closely with veterans and their families, while also helping veterans and their families connect to the community and resources. California Center for the Book is a program of the California Library Association, supported in whole or in part by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act, administered in California by the State Librarian. Thank you to Julianna Robbins, the California Center for the Book, Ashley Clay, Charissa Wagner, and the Kern County Library for this great opportunity.
Screening:
Monday, 6/29/2020 - Tuesday, 7/14/2020
Q&A with Ming Lai:
Wednesday, 7/13/2020, 2:00 p.m.
To watch the recorded Q&A:
https://www.facebook.com/ridgecrestbranchlibrary/videos/1171813869854650/
To learn more about the Screening and Q&A:
https://www.facebook.com/bealelibrary/photos/gm.1390077404514213/2330571823912347/?type=3&theater
To learn more about the Kern County Library:
http://www.kerncountylibrary.org/
To learn more about “Community Conversations with Veterans”:
https://calbook.org/programs/community-conversations-with-veterans/
“VISIONS OF WARRIORS” TO SCREEN ONLINE FOR THE MISSION VIEJO LIBRARY
“Visions of Warriors” will be screening online for the Mission Viejo Library from Monday, 7/6/2020 to Monday, 7/27/2020. A Q&A with director Ming Lai; Ben Gales, the Local Interagency Network Coodinator (LINC) of the California Department of Veterans Affairs/Orange County; and Jeff Andrade, a VA mental health counselor who does VA benefits counseling for the library at the Norman P. Murray Community Center, will be held on Thursday, 7/30/2020, from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The Q&A will be recorded and available after the event. The Mission Viejo Library offers consultation and guidance on veteran services and benefits via the California Department of Veterans Affairs (CalVet) and business counseling to veterans via the Service Corps of Retired Executives (SCORE). This special event is a part of the California Center for the Book’s “Community Conversations with Veterans” initiative, which is a partnership between the California Center for the Book and Veterans Connect @ the Library. The program offers California libraries the opportunity to connect more closely with veterans and their families, while also helping veterans and their families connect to the community and resources. California Center for the Book is a program of the California Library Association, supported in whole or in part by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act, administered in California by the State Librarian. Thank you to Julianna Robbins, the California Center for the Book, Patrice Rand, Sarah Stimson, the Mission Viejo Library, Ben Gales, the California Department of Veterans Affairs, Jeff Andrade, and the VA for this huge honor.
Screening:
Monday, 7/6/2020 - Monday, 7/27/2020
Q&A with Ming Lai, Ben Gales, and Jeff Andrade:
Thursday, 7/30/2020, 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Email librarian Patrice Rand for your Zoom invitation: prand@cityofmissionviejo.org
To watch the recorded Q&A:
https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/play/v5Z_c-v7rDo3EoCR4gSDUKUtW9S1e66s13IWqfEFxR28ASIENAavMuRBYetgYXHAmb6aBf8_PA0GzhvJ?continueMode=true&_x_zm_rtaid=Uj3rEE4gSGWwxGk9rYdYlg.1597095852236.5ac871320fe4feaa2e9588a7ee1ce5b8&_x_zm_rhtaid=743
To learn more about the screening and Q&A:
https://cityofmissionviejo.org/departments/library/about/newsletter#visions
https://cityofmissionviejo.org/services-guides/military-veterans/upcoming-events
To learn more about the Mission Viejo Library:
https://cityofmissionviejo.org/departments/library
To learn more about “Community Conversations with Veterans”:
https://calbook.org/programs/community-conversations-with-veterans/
To learn more about the California Department of Veterans Affairs (CalVet)/Orange County:
https://tinyurl.com/ybtnbuz6
To learn more about the South Orange County Vet Center:
https://www.va.gov/directory/guide/facility.asp?ID=5921&dnum=All&stateid=CA&v=1