Popular on TelAve


Similar on TelAve

Springfield: MEDIA ALERT: EnviroFlick showing "Our Blue World" at Moxie Cinema this evening

TelAve News/10878673
~ Springfield Environmental Services and the Missouri Water Environment Association are teaming up to bring a special movie screening and community discussion to the public. The event, titled "Our Blue World," will take place on Thursday, Oct. 16 at the Moxie Cinema.

The film, which is appropriate for individuals 16 and older, takes viewers on a global journey to showcase the efforts being made to protect and restore water systems. From communities facing drought and flooding to new technologies promoting cleaner water, "Our Blue World" highlights both the challenges we face and the practical solutions being implemented.

Laurie Davis, Environmental Services Outreach and Education Coordinator, emphasized the importance of water in our daily lives. "Water connects us all, and this film provides a chance to reflect on its significance not only in Springfield but also beyond," she said. "We hope that the conversation following the screening will inspire people to think about their interactions with water every day."

More on TelAve News
The event will feature a community discussion with Elizabeth Robertson, Director of Water Treatment and Supply at City Utilities, and Marc Owen, Director of Missouri State University's Ozarks Environmental Water Resources Institute. This will provide an opportunity for attendees to engage with experts in the field and further explore the topics presented in the film.

Admission to the screening is free and includes popcorn and a beverage. However, seating is limited so those interested are encouraged to reserve their tickets through the Moxie website. The event is part of Environmental Services' "EnviroFlick" film series, which aims to educate and stimulate community discussion surrounding environmental issues.

To learn more about "Our Blue World" or watch the trailer, visit https://youtu.be/DP6ueBOv5hc?si=mOeeileEjdNHglES. Don't miss this chance to be inspired by stories of individuals working towards a cleaner future for our planet's most precious resource - water.


Filed Under: Government, City

Show All News | Report Violation

0 Comments

Latest on TelAve News