Name: Chasing Time + Planetwalker @Park Ridge Community Church
Start: 2026-04-24T18:30:00-05:00
End: 2026-04-24T21:00:00-05:00
Location: Park Ridge Community Church

Chasing Time + Planetwalker @Park Ridge Community Church

The Midwest's Premier Environmental Film FestivalCreating opportunities for understanding climate change, sustainability and the power of people. A production of One Earth Collective.

One Earth Film Festival

Join us for a community screening of Chasing Time and Planetwalker as part of the One Earth Film Festival 2026.

Park Ridge Community Church

Doors Open at 6:00 PM (CST). Film Starts Promptly at 6:30 (CST).Planetwalker: Dominic Gill/2025/31 Min/Historical Perspectives, Environmental Advocacy, People/CulturesPresented by Go Green Park RidgeAccessibility: OEFF commits to an ongoing effort to make our events as open and as accessible as possible. Our 2026 accessibility page is <a href="https://edward-seley-8tw2.squarespace.com/venue-ada-information" title="https://edward-seley-8tw2.squarespace.com/venue-ada-information" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">here</a>!Rating, Audience &amp; Advisory Info<ul><li>Recommended ages 12+</li></ul>Synopsis: After witnessing a devastating oil spill, a man takes a vow of silence and gives up motorized transport, embarking on a 17-year journey across the US to raise awareness about environmental issues, armed only with a banjo and his principles.Awards &amp; Accolades<ul><li>Shortlisted for the 97th Academy Awards in 2025, in the Documentary Short Film category</li><li>Big Sky Documentary Film Festival Winner: Artistic Vision Award</li><li>“The film offers an intimate look at how one person’s life choices intersect with larger movements, making it both inspiring and educational for viewers.” - J. Zimmerman Video Librarian</li></ul> Chasing Time: Jeff Orlowski-Yang, Sarah Keo/2024/40 Min/Climate Change, Ice+GlaciersAccessibility: OEFF commits to an ongoing effort to make our events as open and as accessible as possible. Our 2026 accessibility page is coming soon!Rating, Audience &amp; Advisory Info<ul><li>Recommended ages 12+</li><li>Heavy Themes</li></ul>Synopsis: Chasing Time follows photographer James Balog concluding his 15-year Extreme Ice Survey, blending breathtaking imagery of melting glaciers with a personal meditation on mortality and, mentorship.Awards &amp; Accolades<ul><li>Shortlisted for the 98th Academy Awards in the Documentary Short Film category</li><li>2025 Suncine International Environmental Film Festival Winner: Best Documentary in the MIRADAS Section</li><li>“It’s a touching film about mentor and mentee, and manages in its compact running time to provide a rich portrait of their collaboration, additional stunning views of their otherworldly locations, and an even more open-eyed look at the catastrophic changes that have occurred over the last decades in this majestic environ.” - Jason Gorber POV Magazine</li></ul>Program Description: Arrive early when doors open, and stay after the film for enlightening facilitated dialogue with relevant experts and advocates. Enjoy mingling with Go Green members and other organizations before the screening and a lively discussion with OEFF facilitator Jim Haried, Senior Environmental Consultant, from GZA GeoEnvironmental as well as panelists from The Urban Canopy, 350 Chicago, Citizens' Climate Lobby, and Metropolitan Mayors Caucus. Free with a suggested $10 donation.A note from the host:Enjoy mingling with Go Green members and other organisations beforehand and a lively discussion with OEFF facilitator Jim Haried afterwards.A One Earth Young Filmmakers Contest-winning film, The Reserve (2025, 8 Min) by Lara Gribbin, will also be featured.Wayfinding/Transit/Parking Info: TBD<a href="https://www.oneearthfilmfest.org/donate-now" title="https://www.oneearthfilmfest.org/donate-now" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Become a One Earth Film Festival member </a>and be a part of our growing movement! Memberships start at $35 for students and seniors and go up from there (monthly payment options available).If you are having trouble registering in Eventbrite, then try a different browser, <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdisjfTMEEGtuthMoyObU6vXWOmgPfnGdVm0RAGFMU5BDl5tA/viewform?usp=header" title="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdisjfTMEEGtuthMoyObU6vXWOmgPfnGdVm0RAGFMU5BDl5tA/viewform?usp=header" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">register here</a>, or contact joshua@oneearthfilmfest.org. Or are you having trouble making your donation through Eventbrite? Then after you make your free reservation, please <a href="https://forms.donorsnap.com/form?id=98ffaec9-7fd0-4703-a2e0-8798e1169a68" title="https://forms.donorsnap.com/form?id=98ffaec9-7fd0-4703-a2e0-8798e1169a68" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">use this link to make your donation</a> through our website.Please note: When booking tickets, your information will never be shared with any 3rd party outside of One Earth Film Festival and its co-hosting partners bringing you this event.

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