I'm delighted to report that we are in the final stages of completing the 2017 Maine Jewish Film Festival schedule and I could not be more excited about this year's films.
First, let me acknowledge the work of our dedicated screening committee, led by Melinda Molin. After viewing over one hundred and fifty films, we have developed a wonderful schedule that includes riveting documentaries, engaging dramas and comedies that will make you feel a little better about the world. We think you'll be excited, amused, moved, and informed by these films from around the globe. In January we'll be sending you a sneak preview of some of these films- be sure to add us to your email contact list so you don't miss it.
As we near the end of 2016 I want to thank everyone who has supported us over the past year. The generosity of our community of friends throughout Maine is both heartening and encouraging in these interesting times. If you have already contributed this year, thank you. If you have not yet donated, please consider responding to our year end appeal.
On behalf of all of us at the Maine Jewish Film Festival, I wish you the happiest of holidays!
With warm regards,
Barbara Merson
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USM Film Course:
We are very excited to announce
an academic partnership with the University of Southern Maine.
Professor Andres Llorente of the Communication and Media Studies program will be teaching Film and Identity (CMS 299). MJFF films will be central to the course and students will have the opportunity to attend the Festival. The course is being offered to USM students and as an early college option for exceptional high school juniors and seniors. Community members are welcome to either audit the course or take it for credit.
For the course description click here and scroll to CMS 299.
To register for credit, contact USM Director of Registration, Karin Pires.
If you are interested in auditing the course, please contact theMJFF.
MJFF Needs Your Help:
Volunteers:Volunteer opportunities include customer service at our events and distribution of marketing materials. If you would like to volunteer during the 2017 Festival in March please contact us.
Sponsors: Sponsorship packages are available at all levels and offer great value for your marketing dollar. For more information contact
Barbara Merson.
Let There Be Light 2016 Menorah Invitational is on display now through Jan. 20.
The first floor gallery features
Two Life Views, exhibits by Marty Kremer and Margaret Nomentana, through January 8.
Documenting Maine Jewry
A community based history project
providing information on Jewish citizens of Maine through a state of the art online genealogical and historical resource.
For more information click here.
Maine Jewish Film Festival 207-523-3422 www.mjff.org
