Environmental film series begins Sunday at Albert Wisner Public Library

WARWICK — The Albert Wisner Public Library in Warwick will present a free spring environmental film series beginning Sunday, May 1. “Queen of the Sun,” Sunday, May 1 at 3 p.m. The film takes an alternative look at the global bee crisis from Taggart Siegel, director of The Real Dirt on Farmer John. and looks at the disappearance of bees and the world of the beehive. This film weaves the story of the struggles of beekeepers, scientists and philosophers from around the world including Michael Pollan, Gunther Hauk and Vandama Shiva. Laura Langford Schnur will introduce the film. Brian Fitzsimmons, amateur backyard beekeeper, will lead a session after the screening. “Gasland,” Friday, May 6 at 7 p.m. “Gasland” is an award winning 2010 film which focuses on communities nationwide impacted by natural gas drilling and, specifically, a stimulation method known as hydraulic fracturing. The film presents a critical look at shale gas exploration and hydraulic fracturing and their effects on the environment. State Sen. David Carlucci will attend the film and participate in a discussion afterwards. “The World According to Monsanto,” Sunday, May 14 at 2 p.m. The film is a documentary film directed by Marie-Monique Robin. It is based on Robin’s three-year long investigation into the U.S. agricultural giant Monsanto’s practices around the world. Monsanto now controls the majority of the yield of the world’s genetically modified corn and soy-ingredients found in more than 95 percent of American households. The film offers a look at the long-term worldwide health, environmental and economic risks of corporate control of the world’s food supply. A panel discussion with local farmers will follow the film’s screening. A small, free-will donation will be requested in order to cover the cost of performance rights for the showing of “Queen of the Sun.” Seating is limited and registration is required. Call 986-1047 to learn more.