Documentary "Fat, Sick and Nearly Dead 2" To Premiere in Wainscott on Sept. 27

The Wellness Foundation will host the East Hampton premiere screening of “Fat, Sick and Nearly Dead 2”, the new documentary on Saturday, Sept. 27 at 7 p.m. at LTV Studios on 75 Industrial Road in Wainscott.

After the screening, filmmaker Joe Cross will speak and answer questions.

Mr. Cross visited East Hampton in April 2013 to film the local children and families involved with Wellness Foundation’s innovative Healthy Food for Life in-school nutrition program for inclusion in the new documentary.

“What I witnessed with Healthy Food For Life was nothing short of amazing. There was a fabulous community spirit as moms, dads and kids came together to learn about wellness and prepare and eat healthy food together. I can’t help but wonder what it would look like if this program was in every school in the country,” he stated.

Wellness Foundation’s Healthy Food for Life program empowers children to become the “Generation of Change” instead of the first generation in history to have a shorter lifespan than their parents. The program has helped over 5,000 children and family members on the east end get healthy together.

“We are honored to have our groundbreaking children’s program recognized in Joe’s new film, and can not wait to see our local kids and families up on the big screen!” said Jennifer Taylor, Wellness Foundation’s Executive Director for Education and Programs.

Tickets are $15, and are available online at Wellness Foundation’s website, www.wfeh.org and by phone at (631) 329-2590.

A limited number of tickets are also available for a 6 p.m. Meet and Greet Reception with Mr. Cross, prior to the screening ($50, catered by Fresh Hamptons, includes VIP seating at screening and a copy of Cross’ latest cookbook.) Tickets must be purchased in advance and will not be sold at the door.

All ticket proceeds will benefit Wellness Foundation’s Healthy Food for Life programs.