Join the Fort Washington Library in our Community Room as we celebrate Thanksgiving with the holiday classic “Planes, Trains and Automobiles .”
A 1987 American road trip comedy film written, produced, and directed by John Hughes and starring Steve Martin and John Candy. It tells the story of Neal Page, an uptight marketing executive, and Del Griffith, a well-meaning but annoying salesman, who become travel companions when their flight is diverted, and embark on a 3-day odyssey of misadventures trying to reach Chicago in time for Neal’s Thanksgiving Day dinner with his family.
Music & Visuals as an Act of Peace: Contemporary contemplative urban jazz created and performed by flutist/composer, Yael Acher “KAT” Modiano’s ensemble is presented in dialogue with screenings/projections and exhibition of works by Janine Sopp, Brooklyn-based ceramic artist and owner of ClaySpace ceramic center. This Palestinian-Israeli collaboration unites music and visual art as a foundation for unity.
Adults 18+
“KAT” Modiano features Charenée Wade-Vocals, Jason Yeager- keyboard, Dezron Douglas-Bass, Norman Edward Jr.-drums.
November is Native American Heritage Month, and in honor of this occasion we will be screening the film Smoke Signals (1998).
Directed by: Chris Eyre Starring: Adam Beach, Evan Adams, Irene Bedard, Gary Farmer, Tantoo Cardinal, John Trudell 89 minutes, Miramax Films, Rated PG-13.
Victor and Arnold are young men growing up on a reservation in Idaho. Victor bitterly resents his absent father, while Thomas remembers him fondly. When Victor hears that his father has died in Arizona, Thomas offers him funding for the road trip to get Arnold’s remains.
Step into the spirit of the season at NoMAA’s Holiday Market. Discover an array of fine art, and handcrafted and unique items from exceptional local artists and makers.
Enjoy a festive afternoon and complimentary hot chocolate and capture the moment with holiday portraits by local photographers. (RSVP for photo shoots coming soon)
Then, stroll over to the United Palace at 6PM for a special film screening of It’s a Wonderful Life. (film tickets available UnitedPalace.org)
