20th Annual LUNAFEST women's film festival returns to Oswego on Sunday, Aug. 8
The Oswego Cultural Arts Commission celebrates women in the arts with the return of LUNAFEST, a fundraising film festival of shorts by and about women -- plus artist demonstrations and light brunch -- on Sunday, Aug. 8, in Oswego.
Films range from animation to documentary to fictional drama, and cover topics such as women?s health, body image, relationships, cultural diversity and breaking barriers. Proceeds benefit Mutual Ground.
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The Films
Discover the groundbreaking women filmmakers who have pushed progress and paved the way for the filmmakers in this year?s?line-up.
Films feature strong women, powerful images, and impactful language. Stories reflect the diverse perspectives of the filmmakers and their subjects.?Please note that this year?s films are recommended for ages 16 and up.
See this season's lineup.?
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The Artisans
LUNAFEST is more than just the films ? it?s a celebration of the arts. Enjoy a showcase of local artisans, too! Talented local artists in a range of media will be displaying and selling their artwork as well as demonstrating their creative processes for attendees.
(Interested in showcasing your work? Check out our artisan application.)
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The Brunch
A light brunch with coffee and juice is included with your ticket, along with a chocolatey treat at intermission. Grab a seat on the patio or under a tent and enjoy live music as you nosh. Mimosas will be available for purchase. Must be 21 and have a valid ID to consume alcohol.?????????
Buy Tickets
Tickets to this year?s LUNAFEST, on Sunday, Aug. 8, 2021, are $23 plus tax and applicable ticketing fees and are available at Eventbrite.
Online ticket sales end at 11:59 p.m. on August 7, 2021. A limited number of tickets may be available at the door. Day-of event tickets are based upon availability and cost $30 plus tax.? Cash and credit cards are accepted at the door.
The pre-event reception begins at 11 a.m. The film screening begins at 12 p.m. A 30-minute intermission takes place following the first four films.
LUNAFEST is held at Oswego Village Hall, 100 Parkers Mill, Oswego.
All proceeds from LUNAFEST will benefit Mutual Ground in its mission to create a community free of domestic and sexual violence through its shelter and education programs, as well as Chicken & Egg Pictures, a national nonprofit organization that supports women nonfiction filmmakers whose artful and innovative storytelling catalyzes social change. Thus far, LUNAFEST, which is created and funded by LUNA, The Whole Nutrition Bar for Women, has raised more than $6 million for nonprofit organizations across the U.S. and Canada.
For more information, contact Julie Hoffman, Community Engagement Coordinator, at 630-551-2344 or email [email protected]. Click 'Going' on our 2021 LUNAFEST Facebook event for updates.? ?
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