Films celebrate MLK Service Day

HandsOn South Alabama is celebrating the 2011 MLK Day of Service with an event called ‘community cinema.’ Two inspirational films will be shown free of charge next week.

Each screening features a one-hour documentary film followed by a facilitated interactive discussion reflecting on the film. Participants will also discuss how the documentary applies to our local community and the significance of the MLK Day of Service.

Seating is limited and not guaranteed; please arrive early.

The following films will be presented:

The Calling by Daniel Alpert
Monday, January 17
2 p.m. @ Crescent Theater
A behind-the-scenes look at young Americans — Christian, Jewish, Catholic, and
Muslim — preparing to become the nation’s next generation of religious leaders, The Calling explores the forces that are drawing a new generation of young people to serve their communities and their faith.
208 Dauphin St.
Mobile, AL
(251) 438-2005

A Village Called Versailles by S. Leo Chiang
Thursday, January 20
5 p.m. @ Ben May Public Library
A story of this little-known, tight-knit community in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. When the storm devastated New Orleans in August 2005, Versailles residents rebuilt their neighborhood faster than any other damaged neighborhood in the city, only to find themselves threatened by a new toxic landfill slated to open just two miles away. Forced out of Vietnam by the war 30 years ago, many residents felt their homes were being taken away from them once again. Watch as a devastating disaster turns into a catalyst for change and a chance to build a better future.
701 Government St.
Mobile, AL
251-208-7076