The film is brought to Thornbury by the Meaford Theatre Company, which is a non-profit organization dedicated to offering productions in the beautiful Woodford Community Centre.
Following the documentary, Bonnie Sitter will make a short interactive presentation. She will be available for book signing following the presentation.
Meaford Theatre Company is proud to offer this documentary screening to complement their upcoming live theatre production of “Onion Skins and Peach Fuzz: The Farmerettes“.
We Lend a Hand is finally coming to Aylmer to recognize International Women’s Day!
Following the screenings, there will be a Q&A and book signing with Bonnie Sitter – co-author of Onion Skins and Peachfuzz: Memories of Ontario Farmerettes.
UPDATE: A second screening has been added.
This event is generously sponsored by Albireo Films and the Elgin Federation of Agriculture. The ticket revenues will be used to support the Elgin 4-H Association.
We Lend a Hand is finally coming to Petrolia!
“Hard Oiler” Beryl Becket is featured recounting her adventures as a Farmerette in this award-winning documentary! Following the screening there will be a Q&A session with the filmmakers – and a book signing with Bonnie Sitter – co-author of Onion Skins and Peachfuzz: Memories of Ontario Farmerettes.
Admission is by cash donation at the door (with a suggested amount of $20 for adults and $10 for students).
Email: TicketsFarmerettesPetrolia@gmail.com to reserve your general admission tickets as this popular show will likely sell out!.
This event is generously sponsored by Victoria Playhouse Petrolia Foundation and Wanstead Farmers Cooperative.
We Lend a Hand is coming to Bancroft by the TIFF Film Circuit. The venue will be the Bancroft Village Playhose. The film will be screened twice that day.
We Lend a Hand is coming to Tweed by the Marble Arts Centre as part of their Movies at the MAC winter film series. The film will be screened twice that day.
Screening for International Women’s Month this March, join us at the Kay Meek Arts Centre for the BC premiere of We Lend a Hand.
We Lend a Hand is coming to Ramara, hosted by the Ramara Historical Society. Tickets will be sold at the door.
Our Saskatchewan Premiere!
The Little Film Fest on the Prairies – a TIFF Film Circuit member – recently screened 5 trailers for their patrons and We Lend a Hand was chosen to to be screened as their next film in March.
We Lend a Hand is coming to Haliburton, courtesy of Those Other Movies, a not for profit, volunteer organization that provides film fans unique experiences through year-round programming.
The film will be one of four documentary screenings of their “Doc(k) Day”.
Tickets can be bought as a combo. $35.00 for a VIP Day Pass ($30.00 for a VIP Day Pass for Seasons Pass Holders).
Tickets for individual films will be available at the door for $10 each.
We Lend a Hand is coming to Brantford again, with a screening taking place at Langford Schoolhouse. There will be a Q/A session with the filmmakers after the show.
This event is generously sponsord by Langford Conservacy.
We Lend a Hand is coming to Ailsa Craig, hosted by the Friends of Ye Olde Towne Hall. There will be a Q/A session with the filmmakers after the show.
We Lend a Hand is coming to Solina. The screening will take place at the Solina Community Centre.
Tickets may be purchased with an e-transfer to: scctreasurer1964@gmail.com. For those who are not able to e-transfer, contact Jenny Bowman at 905-263-8245.
This event is generously sponsored by Durham Farm Connections.
We Lend a Hand comes to Ingersoll, hosted by the Ingersoll Cheese and Agricultural Museum. Live music will be provided by the Backseat Girls. There will also be a Q/A session with Bonnie Sitter after the show.
The Niagara region was central to the Farmerette story. And now the Niagara on the Lake Museum is screening We Lend a Hand in May. Don’t miss the chance to see it!
We Lend a Hand is coming to Mulmur, hosted by the Museum of Dufferin. The MoD collects and preserves the stories of the people, places and culture of Dufferin County — past and present — and shares them through engaging and inclusive experiences.
We Lend a Hand is coming to Exeter, hosted by the Thames Road Elimville Church.
After the screening there will be a Q&A with the filmmakers and a chance to acquire film autographed copies of Onion Skins and Peach Fuzz: Memories of Ontario Farmerettes, Shirleyan English and Bonnie Sitter’s amazing book.
This event is generously sponsored by Sarah and Dave Govers.
Other events – details to be announced:
May 2nd – Ingersoll
May 22nd – Elmvale
May 24th – Picton
May 26th – Beaverton
Jul 8th – Campbellford
Sep 18th – Kingsbridge
2027 – Juno Beach Museum, Courseulles-sur-Mer, France
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