Free Film Screening / Panel Discussion
Screening (on your own via streaming) February 1 - Feb 14
Panel Discussion (via Zoom) Tues, February 9 at 8pm

More than 35% of college students report that they are struggling with hunger. This shocking statistic is the subject of the documentary film Hungry to Learn. You are invited to view this film (free) online, on your own. After viewing you will be able to participate in a discussion on Zoom on the implications of food insecurity on area college campuses. Learn more about this problem that is hiding in plain sight.

Panel Discussion Participants
Dr. Gwen Parker Ames, Executive Director of MESH (Montclair Emergency Services for Hope); Desmond Mitchell. a recent graduate of Bloomfield College; Peter Keating, Investigative Journalist and Chair of the Local Community Board for the United Way of Northern NJ.

Click Here to Register For Film Screening

Click Here to Connect to Zoom Discussion on February 9 at 8pm

Donations to MESH or food insecurity charity of your choice are encouraged Questions? Contact Linda Ariel, lindaariel1@hotmail.com

Event Producer: Congregation Shomrei Emunah, Montclair

Event Co-Sponsors: Congregation Agudath Israel, Caldwell; Bnai Keshet Reconstructionist Synagogue, B’nai Shalom, West Orange; Temple Ner Tamid, Bloomfield; and Montclair Emergency Services for Hope.