From One Earth Film Fest:

In accordance with CDC guidelines for congregate settings, a well-fitting mask is required at this event.

Anna Fitch/2019/53 min/Wildlife, Conservation, Water

FILM DESCRIPTION: The octopus may be the closest we get to meeting an alien. They evolved from a common cousin more than 500 million years ago and have proven themselves as intelligent creatures with problem-solving abilities. So what happens when you invite an eight-legged alien into your living room? This documentary follows marine biologist David Scheel as he tracks his evolving relationship with an octopus.

Recommended for ages 8+ general audiences.

Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/octopus-making-contact-urban-village-church-west-tickets-269787881817

Post-film discussion with Facilitator:

• Toni Anderson, Consciousness Engineer, Urban Ecologist, Freedom Curator, Founder Sacred Keepers Sustainability Lab & Mindful Rant

Panelists:

• Eve Barrs, Senior Aquarist, Shedd Aquarium

• Dr. Nevada Winrow, President, Black Girls Dive