July 14 - "FILMMOBILE" Free Animation Workshop and Outdoor Screening

JULY 14 at 7:30pm
The Echo Park Film Center in Los Angeles will roll its “Filmmobile” (an eco-friendly cinema and film school on wheels) into the streets of downtown New Bedford, MA for a free animation workshop on July 14th at 4 pm and free outdoor screening at 7:30 pm. The presentation is a collaboration between ArtWorks! Partners for the Arts and Community in New Bedford and the new media, film and arts organization www.BridgeThink.org which works to connect creative communities. Both the workshop and screening are family friendly and take place during AHA!, New Bedford’s free monthly arts and culture night.

Participants of the Filmmobile animation workshop will work with clay, magazines and other found objects to create animated magic. All ages are welcome. Those interested can sign up by calling ArtWorks! at 508-984-1588 or visit their website for more info: www.artworksforyou.org There is a maximum of 12 participants.

Following the workshop, the Filmmobile converts into a free outdoor cinema complete with live music and bingo. Works made at previous stops along the Filmmobile’s tour will be included. The screening is unlimited. Chairs will be provided but people are encouraged to bring blankets. For more info on the Los Angeles Echo Park Film Center's Filmmobile and their 2011 National Tour visit: www.filmmobile.org