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"Before the Flood" Viewing [Catholic Information Center, Grand Rapids]
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Mon, 4/24
Monday, April 24, 6:30pm-8:45pm
Special viewing of National Geographic’s documentary on Climate Change
Before the Flood
Produced by Leonardo DiCaprio and Fisher Stevens
Discussion facilitated by Greg Carnevale
From Academy Award-winning filmmaker Fisher Stevens and Academy Award-winning actor, environmental activist and U.N. Messenger of Peace Leonardo DiCaprio, Before the Flood presents the dramatic changes occurring around the world due to climate change, as well as the actions we as individuals and as a society can take to prevent catastrophic disruption of life on our planet. The film follows DiCaprio as he travels to five continents and the Arctic, speaking to scientists, world leaders (including Pope Francis), activists and local residents to gain a deeper understanding of this complex issue and investigate concrete solutions to the most pressing environmental challenge of our time. ($10 donation suggested)
Catholic Information Center
Cathedral Square
360 Division S, Suite 2A
Grand Rapids MI 49503
Phone: (616) 459-7267
Website: catholicinformationcenter.org
email: register@catholicinformationcenter.org