International Festival Of Arts And Ideas

International Festival Of Arts And Ideas
Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 4:00pm
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150+ events, one Festival. It all happens in New Haven, Connecticut.

Schedule of Events:

4:00pm: Celebrating Stories and Culture - Mitchell Branch Library
In Partnership With New Haven Free Public Library
1 hr / Free

Join us for a special story time featuring books and songs focused on immigration, inclusion, and celebrating the diversity in our community. We will feature stories highlighting the immigrant experience and hold space for families to share their own stories.

6:00pm: Ghost Mountain - Humanities Quadrangle
Film Screening/Q&A / Free

Brace yourself for an unforgettable journey as we present the screening of "Ghost Mountain"! Follow the incredible story of Bunseng Taing, a resilient Cambodian refugee who triumphed over unimaginable horrors to find sanctuary in Connecticut. Discover his gripping tale, including a harrowing escape from the Killing Fields and a lesser-known ordeal. Stick around for a captivating Q&A session with Mae Bunseng Taing and James Taing, authors of "Under the Naga Tail." Join us for an evening of inspiration and reflection!