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The Green Book Tour

The Boston Green Book Tour

Presented by The Boston Faith & Justice Network in Partnership with Rev. June Cooper

Join us for an immersive walking tour exploring Boston’s history through the lens of The Green Book, the essential travel guide for Black motorists during the Jim Crow era. Published from 1936 to 1967, The Green Book identified businesses and establishments that welcomed African American travelers, ensuring their safety in a segregated America.

Led by Rev. June Cooper, a Social Justice Educator, Activist, and Theologian, this tour will highlight 8-10 historical sites in the South End and Lower Roxbury that appeared in The Green Book between 1935-1969. Participants will gain deeper insights into Boston’s Black history, the resilience of its communities, and the significance of these spaces in the fight for racial justice.

Event Highlights

  • Guided walking tour featuring key Boston locations listed in The Green Book.
  • A bibliography of recommended readings and videos provided before the tour.
  • Reproductions of The Green Book (selected years) available for sale.
  • Tour led by Rev. June Cooper, who has been conducting these tours since 2021 for corporations, non-profits, congregations, and schools.

Important Details

  • Come Prepared: This is a 2-hour walking tour, so please wear comfortable shoes and clothing.
  • Lunch Included: We will enjoy a meal at Slade’s Bar and Grill, a historic Black-owned restaurant featured in The Green Book between 1935-1939, known for its soul food and welcoming atmosphere.
  • There is limited space available for this event. All those who register after all slots have been filled will be notified and offered the opportunity to be placed on our waiting list for a potential second date.

Event Details

📅 Date: April 26, 2025
🕚 Time: 11 AM – 1 PM
📍 Gathering Place: United Methodist Church, 740 Tremont Street, Boston
💲 Cost: $60

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Global Cinema Film Festival of Boston

Global Cinema Film Festival of Boston (GCFF) Unveils Exciting Details for its 10th Annual Event: Films That Make Us Care.

Global Cinema Film Festival of Boston (GCFF) presented by Worldwide Cinema Frames Studios/Films LLC is delighted to announce the details of its 10th annual event, from May 16th to May 18th, 2025.

GCFF proudly unveils its partnership with the West Newton Cinema Foundation, located at 1296 Washington St, West Newton, MA 02465, as the Industry Sponsor and  exclusive venue for all film screenings during its 10th annual festival.

Highlights of GCFF 2025 include:

Screenings: Kicking off on Friday, May 16th, the festival will feature captivating in-person cinema screenings at the West Newton Cinema from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM, with additional screenings on Saturday, May 17th, from 12:00 PM to 10:00 PM and on Sunday, May 18th, from 2PM-7PM.

Q&A Sessions: Following select screenings, audiences will have the opportunity to engage with filmmakers and industry professionals through interactive Q&A sessions, enriching their experience and fostering a deeper connection and conversations about the human condition near and far.

Official Selections: GCFF is proud to present a diverse lineup of films selected for their artistic merit, creativity, and cultural significance, offering audiences a glimpse into the rich tapestry of global cinema. Our 2025 list of official selections will be announced soon to the public.

Raouf J. Jacob, Festival Director and program Chair of GCFF, expressed his excitement about the upcoming event, stating, “We are thrilled to celebrate and present GCFF 2025 to our international community, transporting  audiences to places near and far. We are proud to reach a major milestone with our upcoming 10th anniversary, continuing our unflinching mission to spotlight films that make us care about the human condition around the globe.

A complete list of GCFF 2025 Official Selections, program schedule, and ticketing information will be available soon.  Please visit our website for more information.

About Global Cinema Film Festival of Boston (GCFF):

Global Cinema Film Festival of Boston (GCFF) presented by WCF studios/films LLC is committed to spotlighting films that make us care. GCFF 2025 will continue its mission to showcase unconventional styles that speak to the evolution of the narrative and documentary form. Through the visual language of film, we will explore sensitive stories captured by unflinching lenses held by filmmakers with the audacity to inform, inspire and visually transport audiences to places near and far.

Our 10th annual edition includes award-winning independent films from around the globe, with MA, New England, U.S., North American premieres  and critically acclaimed official selections that have featured in major international film festivals and award competitions. We invite and welcome our community to come and discover extraordinary films that make us care!

Follow GCFF on social media:

– Facebook

– X/Twitter

Global Cinema Film Festival of Boston

Global Cinema Film Festival of Boston (GCFF) Unveils Exciting Details for its 10th Annual Event: Films That Make Us Care.

Global Cinema Film Festival of Boston (GCFF) presented by Worldwide Cinema Frames Studios/Films LLC is delighted to announce the details of its 10th annual event, from May 16th to May 18th, 2025.

GCFF proudly unveils its partnership with the West Newton Cinema Foundation, located at 1296 Washington St, West Newton, MA 02465, as the Industry Sponsor and  exclusive venue for all film screenings during its 10th annual festival.

Highlights of GCFF 2025 include:

Screenings: Kicking off on Friday, May 16th, the festival will feature captivating in-person cinema screenings at the West Newton Cinema from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM, with additional screenings on Saturday, May 17th, from 12:00 PM to 10:00 PM and on Sunday, May 18th, from 2PM-7PM.

Q&A Sessions: Following select screenings, audiences will have the opportunity to engage with filmmakers and industry professionals through interactive Q&A sessions, enriching their experience and fostering a deeper connection and conversations about the human condition near and far.

Official Selections: GCFF is proud to present a diverse lineup of films selected for their artistic merit, creativity, and cultural significance, offering audiences a glimpse into the rich tapestry of global cinema. Our 2025 list of official selections will be announced soon to the public.

Raouf J. Jacob, Festival Director and program Chair of GCFF, expressed his excitement about the upcoming event, stating, “We are thrilled to celebrate and present GCFF 2025 to our international community, transporting  audiences to places near and far. We are proud to reach a major milestone with our upcoming 10th anniversary, continuing our unflinching mission to spotlight films that make us care about the human condition around the globe.

A complete list of GCFF 2025 Official Selections, program schedule, and ticketing information will be available soon.  Please visit our website for more information.

About Global Cinema Film Festival of Boston (GCFF):

Global Cinema Film Festival of Boston (GCFF) presented by WCF studios/films LLC is committed to spotlighting films that make us care. GCFF 2025 will continue its mission to showcase unconventional styles that speak to the evolution of the narrative and documentary form. Through the visual language of film, we will explore sensitive stories captured by unflinching lenses held by filmmakers with the audacity to inform, inspire and visually transport audiences to places near and far.

Our 10th annual edition includes award-winning independent films from around the globe, with MA, New England, U.S., North American premieres  and critically acclaimed official selections that have featured in major international film festivals and award competitions. We invite and welcome our community to come and discover extraordinary films that make us care!

Follow GCFF on social media:

– Facebook

– X/Twitter

Global Cinema Film Festival of Boston

Global Cinema Film Festival of Boston (GCFF) Unveils Exciting Details for its 10th Annual Event: Films That Make Us Care.

Global Cinema Film Festival of Boston (GCFF) presented by Worldwide Cinema Frames Studios/Films LLC is delighted to announce the details of its 10th annual event, from May 16th to May 18th, 2025.

GCFF proudly unveils its partnership with the West Newton Cinema Foundation, located at 1296 Washington St, West Newton, MA 02465, as the Industry Sponsor and  exclusive venue for all film screenings during its 10th annual festival.

Highlights of GCFF 2025 include:

Screenings: Kicking off on Friday, May 16th, the festival will feature captivating in-person cinema screenings at the West Newton Cinema from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM, with additional screenings on Saturday, May 17th, from 12:00 PM to 10:00 PM and on Sunday, May 18th, from 2PM-7PM.

Q&A Sessions: Following select screenings, audiences will have the opportunity to engage with filmmakers and industry professionals through interactive Q&A sessions, enriching their experience and fostering a deeper connection and conversations about the human condition near and far.

Official Selections: GCFF is proud to present a diverse lineup of films selected for their artistic merit, creativity, and cultural significance, offering audiences a glimpse into the rich tapestry of global cinema. Our 2025 list of official selections will be announced soon to the public.

Raouf J. Jacob, Festival Director and program Chair of GCFF, expressed his excitement about the upcoming event, stating, “We are thrilled to celebrate and present GCFF 2025 to our international community, transporting  audiences to places near and far. We are proud to reach a major milestone with our upcoming 10th anniversary, continuing our unflinching mission to spotlight films that make us care about the human condition around the globe.

A complete list of GCFF 2025 Official Selections, program schedule, and ticketing information will be available soon.  Please visit our website for more information.

About Global Cinema Film Festival of Boston (GCFF):

Global Cinema Film Festival of Boston (GCFF) presented by WCF studios/films LLC is committed to spotlighting films that make us care. GCFF 2025 will continue its mission to showcase unconventional styles that speak to the evolution of the narrative and documentary form. Through the visual language of film, we will explore sensitive stories captured by unflinching lenses held by filmmakers with the audacity to inform, inspire and visually transport audiences to places near and far.

Our 10th annual edition includes award-winning independent films from around the globe, with MA, New England, U.S., North American premieres  and critically acclaimed official selections that have featured in major international film festivals and award competitions. We invite and welcome our community to come and discover extraordinary films that make us care!

Follow GCFF on social media:

– Facebook

– X/Twitter

DIETRICH BONHOEFFER: A Theological Conversation on his Life and Legacy

The Huffington Ecumenical Institute at HCHC is excited to invite you to an intimate discussion on the movie about Dietrich Bonhoeffer’s influential life, writing, and legacy, which was recently spotlighted in theaters across America. An ecumenical array of Orthodox, Roman Catholic, and Protestant speakers—clergy and theologians—will lead a conversation on ethical dilemmas related to faith and politics, as well as justice and war. Emmanuel and Camille Kampouris, the producers of the movie “Bonhoeffer: Pastor, Spy, Assassin” will join us via Zoom!

Bonhoeffer: Pastor, Spy, Assassin
“Synopsis of the movie. As the world teeters on the brink of annihilation during World War II, Dietrich Bonhoeffer finds himself at the heart of a daring and deadly plot to assassinate Adolf Hitler. Torn between his unwavering moral convictions and the harrowing reality of genocide, Bonhoeffer faces a profound decision: uphold his faith or risk everything to save millions of lives.”

Speakers:

  • His Eminence Metropolitan Savas of Pittsburgh
  • Rev. Dr. Matthew C. Kruger, Associate Professor of the Practice, Theology Department, Boston College
  • Jane Carol Redmont, MDiv, PhD(cand) Co-Chair, Bishop’s Commission for Ecumenical and Interreligious Relations (BCEIR), Episcopal Diocese of Massachusetts

The event is co-sponsored by the Massachusetts Council of Churches.

Event Details:
Date: Thursday, February 27, 2025
Time: Reception at 6.30 pm
Discussion at 7.00–8.30 pm

Whether you’ve seen the film or are encountering this story for the first time, join us for a meaningful exploration of Bonhoeffer’s inspirational life and enduring legacy.
RSVP by Tuesday, February 25, 2025, at hei@hchc.edu.


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