Marie L. Greenwood, 97-year-old educational pioneer, and others speak at the Benefit for the University of Northern Colorado Marie L. Greenwood Teacher Education Scholarship on Nov. 4, 2010. The benefit at the Marie L. Greenwood K-8 School in Montbello, Denver, Colorado kicked off fundraising for the new scholarship for graduates of Denver Public Schools. The Marie Greenwood K-8 School Band performed, and representatives from the school and the university also spoke. Filmed and edited by Tanya Ishikawa of Buffalo Trails Multimedia Communications. Special thanks to Denver Open Media and the Open Media Foundation.

ABOUT THE EVENT HIGHLIGHTING COLORADO FILMMAKERS AND QUALITY FILMMAKING - REGARDLESS OF ORIGIN The Film Festival of Colorado (TFFOC) is a gift to the people of Colorado. Its mission is to provide an inclusive film event that features the world-class talents of the Colorado film industry while acknowledging good filmmaking wherever it originates. It also encourages and recognizes emerging young filmmakers. IT'S ABOUT ADAPTING AND THRIVING IN A CHANGING WORLD This is a time of many transitions. We, as individuals, whether alone or in groups, are redefining how we work and play, how we learn and grow, how we approach life and love. The Film Festival of Colorado invites you to take a closer look. As an integral part of the festivities, The Film Festival of Colorado will present an award for the film that represents the best vision of adapting to a changing, evolving world. THE FESTIVAL ITSELF Held the last weekend in June, when Colorado’s natural wonders are “just showin’ off,” The Film Festival of Colorado will provide a full schedule featuring three days of film showings, pertinent (or maybe impertinent) workshops, and industry panel discussions. This will be a wonderful opportunity for both persons new to filmmaking and those with years of experience to get together and create new synergies. This three-day event will be a relaxed and cordial affair. Filmmakers will be treated as VIPs. For example, all the information each filmmaker needs will be printed on the back of their badges (such as key contacts, individual schedules) to ensure a delightful experience. And after the TFFOC, you can extend your stay to partake in all that Denver and Colorado have to offer--such as the Cherry Creek Arts Festival, held during the July 4th holiday weekend. You can also explore the wondrous Rocky Mountains--literally in our own backyards. Bob Webb, Director Helen Trencher, Associate Director