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Gorton Center

This special tribute event honors <a href="https://oldheartmovie.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">award winning Old Heart </a>author Peter Ferry who taught English at Lake Forest High School for 28 years. Following the 90 minute film,&nbsp; producer/screenwriter Roger Rapoport , codirector Kirk Wahamaki&nbsp; will join one of the film's costars for an audience discussion. Ferry’s students and faculty colleagues will attend this special event.&nbsp;&nbsp;Among his best known students are novelist Dave Eggers and actor Vince Vaughn.
<a href="https://gortoncenter.org/event/old-heart-film-and-panel-discussion/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Tickets are available at this link.</a>‍ ‍<a href="https://vimeo.com/1170140756" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">See the trailer here</a>
Old Heart focuses on how people cross cultural boundaries to find common ground. In addition to honoring black soldiers who have fought for our country back to the American liberation, the film, is also a tribute to elder independence. Set in Detroit and the Netherlands, Old Heart was filmed in the midwest and the Dutch community of Veldhoven. Twenty-three midwestern actors are featured along with Amsterdam actress Eva Doueiri in her screen debut.&nbsp;
<a href="https://theforestscout.com/60662/in-lfhs/film-adaptation-of-former-teacher-peter-ferry-book-is-set-to-screen-at-gorton-this-summer/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Read the Forest Scout article on Peter Ferry's Lake Forest career here.&nbsp; Ferry died in September 2024 the week filming began.</a>
<a href="https://wgnradio.com/after-hours-with-rick-kogan/peter-ferrys-old-heart-takes-on-the-film-industry/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Hear the Rick Kogan WGN&nbsp;Interview on Old Heart with Producer Roger Rapoport and Ferry's longtime colleague, actor/editor Gary Houston.</a>
<a href="https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/nlf0vahygvr9ci92owjbe/Old-Heart-Indy-Film-Library-Review.pdf?rlkey=dutrhgnwl022s21duypuqad25&amp;st=z6jo543h&amp;e=1&amp;dl=0" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Read the Indy Film Library Review</a>
This 90 minute feature has won 8 best feature awards and two dozen other honors for directing, acting, cinematography, editing, costuming and screenwriting. For more information contact producer Roger Rapoport at (231) 720-0930 (voice only) or email him at <a href="mailto:rogerdrapoport@me.com">rogerdrapoport@me.com</a>
Old Heart is being shown exclusively in theaters.&nbsp; Support the first class Gorton Center to see this film on the big screen.
"Old Heart is fabulous ... powerful performances from Jamelle Sargent as young Tom and Eva Doueiri as young Sarah.&nbsp; A fine job, ... brought tears to my eyes." - Tony Moore, Indy Film Library&nbsp;

Source: <a href="https://www.rogerrapoport.com/calendar/oldheartmovie.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">oldheartmovie.com</a>

Local Event: Old Heart Feature Film Honoring Lake Forest High Teacher Peter Ferry.

Old Heart Feature Film Honoring Lake Forest...


This special tribute event honors award winning Old Heart author Peter Ferry who taught English at Lake Forest High School for...

Old Heart Feature Film Honoring Lake Forest High Teacher Peter Ferry.

Wayfarer Theaters

American Music Festivals is proud to return to the beautiful Wayfarer Theaters to present American Music Festivals at the Movies, a program of short films and music videos that creates a unique and immersive cultural experience for the community.
This special event highlights the New Frontiers in Hawaiian Music initiative, bringing together works that explore music, nature, and cultural connection through video. AMF at the Movies also includes an award-winning short film, virtual videos created during the COVID years, films highlighting cultural exchange, and new works inspired by American themes and artistic voices.
The program will be narrated by American Music Festivals Artistic Director Philip Simmons, who will guide audiences through the shorts and provide context for the featured artists and creative collaborations.

Local Event: American Music Festivals "At the Movies" - New Frontiers

American Music Festivals "At the Movies" - New...

American Music Festivals is proud to return to the beautiful Wayfarer Theaters to present American Music Festivals at the...

American Music Festivals "At the Movies" - New Frontiers

Make a Day (or Two) of It in Downtown Highland Park!
The Highland Park Sidewalk Sale returns July 24 &amp; 25, inviting you to shop, dine, and explore everything downtown has to offer.
This FREE, family-friendly event features special sidewalk sales, unique finds, and outdoor shopping from your favorite local businesses. Between shopping stops, enjoy lunch or dinner at one of downtown's many restaurants, discover new local favorites, and let the kids enjoy family-friendly activities throughout the event.
Whether you're searching for great bargains or simply looking for a fun summer outing, the Highland Park Sidewalk Sale is the perfect way to experience the best of Downtown Highland Park while supporting the local businesses that make our community thrive.
FREE Admission Friday &amp; Saturday, July 24–25 10:00 AM–5:00 PM Downtown Highland Park

Local Event: Highland Park Sidewalk Sale

Highland Park Sidewalk Sale

Make a Day (or Two) of It in Downtown Highland Park!
The Highland Park Sidewalk Sale returns July 24 & 25, inviting you to...

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Old Heart Feature Film Honoring Lake Forest High Teacher Peter Ferry.

American Music Festivals "At the Movies" - New Frontiers

Highland Park Sidewalk Sale