Floyd, Virginia – Do you believe in climate change?  “Carbon Nation,” to be screened by SustainFloyd at 7 p.m. on Saturday night, April 14^th at the Floyd Country Store, claims it doesn’t matter, because there are solutions that not only promote a clean environment, but will also boost the economy, and increase national security and energy security.

Admission to the movie is $5.  Everyone is invited! The doors will open at 6:30 p.m. and there will be refreshments available for donations.  The April 14th event is sponsored by SolShine Energy Alternatives of Floyd.  A distinguished panel of speakers will follow the screening for those who wish to stay for a discussion.

“Carbon Nation” is entertaining and it does not preach,” says SustainFloyd Director Mike Burton.  “Instead, this solutions-based film shows how there are pragmatic approaches to tackling climate change that are also good business.”

“Carbon Nation,” a documentary by director Peter Byck, premiered as the closing film at the Environmental Film Festival in The Nation’s Capital. Such notable people as Richard Branson (CEO, Virgin Group), Thomas L. Friedman (New York Times) and Former CIA Director James Woolsey appear in the movie.  “Carbon Nation” was awarded the prestigious IVCA Clarion Award in London.   The movie was also nominated for “Best Documentary” at the prestigious 21st Annual Environmental Media Awards presented by the Environmental Media Association.

This will be the last film of the popular SustainFloyd 2012 Winter Film Series.  Look for news in October about The SustainFloyd 2012 Fall Film Series.

SustainFloyd is an approved 501(c) (3) social benefit organization, and all donations are tax deductible. SustainFloyd is dedicated to preserving, enhancing and supporting a resilient local economy. To learn more about SustainFloyd and its mission, go to www.sustainfloyd.org.

Details:

What:     SustainFloyd to screen “Carbon Nation.”  Refreshments and distinguished speakers panel.

When:    Saturday, April 14, 2012 at 7 p.m.  Doors open at 6:30 p.m.

Where:  Floyd Country Store, 206 South Locust Street, Floyd, VA

Who:      Everyone is invited!  $5 Admission

For more info and photos:  Mike Burton  540-250-0111  info@sustainfloyd.org

Did Mother Know Best?

Floyd, Virginia – When our mothers used to tell us to “Go outside and play,” they may have been onto something.  SustainFloyd  (www.sustainfloyd.org) will screen the documentary “Mother Nature’s Child” at 7 p.m., Saturday, March 24^th at the Floyd Country Store, and the message of this award-winning film is that unstructured play outdoors may help prevent attention disorders, child obesity and depression.

For those who wish to stick around afterwards for an interesting discussion, SustainFloyd has lined up a distinguished panel of speakers to weigh in on the film’s premise.  The participants include Dr. Linda Petrie, Board Chairman of New River Community College and retired Director of Instruction for Floyd County Schools; Peter Allen Lewis, President and Founder of Apple Ridge Farm, a Floyd County educational retreat for less fortunate children; and columnist/author/photographer Fred First, a naturalist who was teaching at Radford University in 2004 when he became concerned about “nature deficit disorder” observed in his biology students.

Admission to the film is $5.  The doors will open at 6:30 p.m. and there will be freshly baked goods, coffee and tea offered for donations.

“Mother Nature’s Child” was an “Official Film Selection” of the Environmental Film Festival in the Nation’s Capital in 2011.  The documentary was co-produced by Camilla Rockwell and Wendy Conquest, who worked several years with famed documentary filmmaker, Ken Burns.

The next and last documentary in the popular 2012 SF Winter Film Series will be “Carbon Nation” on Saturday night, April 14^th at the Floyd Country Store.  Whether you believe in the severity of climate change or not, this non-partisan documentary maintains there are solutions to help the environment and provide the U.S. with better security and its citizens with a better life.

Created in 2009, SustainFloyd is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, which assists the community of Floyd County, Virginia in sustainable, local growth. To learn more about SustainFloyd and its mission, go to www.sustainfloyd.org.

Details:

What:     SustainFloyd to screen “Mother Nature’s Child.”  Freshly baked goods, Red Rooster Coffee by donation.
When:    Saturday, March 24th, 2012 at 7 p.m.  Doors open at 6:30 p.m.
Where:  Floyd Country Store, 206 South Locust Street, Floyd, VA
Who:      Everyone is invited!  $5 Admission

For more info and photos:

Mike Burton
540-250-0111
info@sustainfloyd.org

Floyd, Virginia – SustainFloyd will show the provocative documentary “Forks Over Knives” at 7 p.m., Saturday, February 25th at the Floyd Country Store.  The doors will open at 6:30 p.m. and for the first time, there will be a fresh, hot soup bar offered for donations.   The evening is sponsored by Liz Stucki of Floyd, in appreciation of the importance of diet to a healthy lifestyle.  Everyone is invited and admission is $5.  “Forks Over Knives” dramatically makes the connection between health and nutrition to control or even reverse many of the degenerative diseases that afflict us, such as obesity, diabetes and heart disease.  Many who have watched this film say it has changed their lives.

“This is a fascinating movie, which we hope will start a good discussion about healthy eating,” says SustainFloyd Director Mike Burton.
All are invited to this community screening, the latest documentary in SustainFloyd’s popular 2012 Winter Film Series.  A distinguished panel will take questions after the film.  Speakers will include Dr. David Lander, MD, who is board certified in internal and emergency medicine and practices in Blacksburg, VA; Katherine Chantal, Herbalist and a manager of the Harvest Moon Food Store in Floyd; and Jason Redinbo, Clinical Director of The Blue Ridge Center for Chinese Medicine in Floyd.

The next documentary in the popular 2012 SF Winter Film Series will be “Mother Nature’s Child” at 7 p.m. on Saturday, March 24th at the Floyd Country Store.  During an era when our children spend much of their lives inside, this film looks at the importance of the outdoors and a child’s relationship with the natural world.

Created in 2009, SustainFloyd is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, which assists the community of Floyd County, Virginia in sustainable, local growth. To learn more about SustainFloyd and its mission, go to  www.sustainfloyd.org.

Details:
What:    SustainFloyd to screen “Forks Over Knives.” Hot soup bar available for donations.
When:    Saturday, February 25, 2012 at 7 p.m.  Doors open at 6:30 p.m.
Where:   Floyd Country Store, 206 South Locust Street, Floyd, VA
Who:       Everyone is invited!  $5 Admission

For more info and photos:
Mike Burton
540-250-0111 /  info@sustainfloyd.org

Valentines Chocolates Offered at Screening of “Buck” on February 11th at the Floyd Country Store

Floyd, Virginia – Amid an array of chocolate horseshoes and other candies for Valentines, SustainFloyd (www.sustainfloyd.org) will screen the acclaimed documentary, “Buck,” about Buck Brannaman, the original horse whisperer, this Saturday, February 11th at 7 p.m. at the Floyd Country Store. The Floyd County Humane Society and French Family Dentistry will sponsor the event. “Buck,” a movie about patience and respect towards humans and animals, has won numerous awards at film festivals nationwide, including the coveted Audience Award at the Sundance Film Festival for Best Documentary of 2011.

All are invited to this community screening, the latest documentary in SustainFloyd’s popular 2012 Winter Film Series. The doors will open at 6:30 p.m. Arrive early to get a good seat. Special Valentine treats of chocolate horseshoes, hot lips and other candies will be available for donations, as well as fresh popcorn, hot cider, coffee and tea. Admission is $5.

A distinguished panel will take questions after the film. Speakers will include veterinarian Dr. Anna Simms, representing the Floyd County Humane Society; Equine Professional Tanya Hobbs of Coldspring Farm in Floyd County; and Anne M. Pendrak of Alum Ridge Welsh Ponies and Crossbreds in Floyd County.

“Buck” tells the story of Buck Brannaman, a true American cowboy, from a difficult childhood to his phenomenally successful approach to horses. Brannaman was the inspiration for Robert Redford’s 1998 film, “The Horse Whisperer,” and Redford makes an appearance in this documentary. A visually stunning film, “Buck” has fascinated audiences who have watched Brannaman’s near magical abilities as he dramatically transforms horses and people.

Those who have enjoyed the 2012 SF Winter Film Series won’t have to wait long for the next film. SustainFloyd will show “Forks Over Knives,” at 7 p.m. on Saturday, February 25th at the Floyd Country Store. “Forks Over Knives” explores the link between diet and health.

Created in 2009, SustainFloyd is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that assists the community of Floyd County, Virginia in sustainable, local growth. To learn more about SustainFloyd and its mission, go to www.sustainfloyd.org.

Details:
What: SustainFloyd to Screen “Buck”
When: Saturday, February 11, 2012 at 7 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.
Where: Floyd Country Store, 206 South Locust Street, Floyd, VA
Who: Everyone is invited! $5 Admission

Floyd, Virginia – SustainFloyd has chosen five films to present for its 2012 Winter Film Series at the Floyd Country Store.   Each film screening will be a community event with various food offerings and community discussions surrounding the evening’s theme. Film screening will generally begin at 7 p.m. and some panel discussions will follow the screenings for those who want to ask questions.

“We are very happy to bring these films to Floyd”, says Mike Burton, Director of SustainFloyd, “they have been very popular and successful in creating a place for community to happen”.  The Winter Film Series will begin in January and run through April and the films to be presented are:

The Greenhorns – January 14, this movie explores the lives of America’s young farming community.  Featuring many young farmers, it expresses the spirit, practices and needs of those who wish to work on the land in the 21^st century.

Buck – February 11, Buck Brannaman, the inspiration for the film “the Horse Whisperer”, a story of patience and respect to celebrate Valentine’s Day.

Forks Over Knives – February 25, a feature film exploring the link between diet and health.

Mother Nature’s Child – March 24, in an age when our children spend much of their time inside, this film looks at the importance of a relationship with the natural world.

Carbon Nation – April 14, a documentary about climate change solutions.

Created in 2009, SustainFloyd is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that assists the community of Floyd County, Virginia in sustainable, local growth. Its vision is a mix of the past and the future – working to develop new ideas that will support the next generation of this rural community, while preserving our local traditions and history. To learn more about SustainFloyd and its mission, go to www.sustainfloyd.org.

Details:

What:    SustainFloyd Announce Winter Film Series

When:   January – April 2012

Where:  Floyd Country Store, Floyd, VA

Who:     Everyone is invited!  $5 Admission 

For more info and photos: Mike Burton 540-250-0111

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