
Spotlight Impact Documentary Night
Local impact short documentaries made with mission driven nonprofits screen alongside an intimate post film conversation with directors and partner organizations. Expect a creative meet and mingle focused on regional filmmaking and community connection.
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Low-key biweekly mixer for local filmmakers and actors to pitch projects, swap contacts, and have casual creative conversations over drinks in a 21 plus distillery setting; seating may be outdoors or indoors.

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