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50 SAG-AFTRA | Summer 2019 | sagaftra.org On Location SAG-AFTRA SPONSORS POPULAR WOMEN'S FILM FESTIVAL M any thanks to the SAG-AFTRA National Women's Committee for its continued support of the Colorado Local and its participation in and sponsorship of the ninth annual Women+Film Festival at the Sie FilmCenter. "With the growing focus on the underrepresentation of women in the film industry, especially women with diverse backgrounds, the festival is an important platform to shine the light on women working behind the scenes to create change," said festival founder Barbara Bridges. Fifteen-plus films debuted this year, along with many special events for attendees, including the SAG-AFTRA-sponsored Female Filmmaker Reception. The closing night reception brought a screening of the film To the Stars and a lively Q&A with director Martha Stephens, screenwriter Shannon Bradley-Colleary and lead actor Kara Hayward. Colorado members appreciated the opportunity to see the film and network with other industry professionals. An estimated 2,000 people participated in this year's Women+Film Festival, which ran April 9–14. Colorado From left, Local Board member Dulcie Camp, To the Stars writer Shannon Bradley-Colleary and Local Vice President Nancy Flanagan. MIKE FLANAGAN MEMBERS MIX AT MEMBERSHIP MEETING T he Philadelphia Local held its annual general membership meeting at the IATSE Ballroom in South Philadelphia on May 15, and a good time was had by all. Local officers, staff and board members gave reports, followed by a special presentation from Chief Broadcast Officer Mary Cavallaro. As part of the event, special recognition was given to NBC10 General Manager Ric Harris. Last year, NBC10 and Telemundo 62 moved operations into Center City Philadelphia, and Harris was instrumental in providing stipends for employees to mitigate the costs of parking and city wage taxes. In recognition of his efforts, the Philadelphia Local invited him to speak and acknowledged his work on behalf of his employees. It was a great event! Members show their cards at the annual Philadelphia Local membership meeting. Philadelphia Dallas-Fort Worth BOARDROOM DEDICATED IN HONOR OF LOCAL LUMINARY O n April 8, members of SAG-AFTRA and AEA, along with friends and family, gathered to dedicate the Ada Lynn Boardroom at the Dallas- Fort Worth Local office. Stories were shared — many of them true — and all celebrated the force of nature that was Ada Lynn. Lynn joined legacy SAG in 1937, served many years on the Dallas-Fort Worth board and was recognized by industry and membership for her talent and leadership. Her longtime commitment to the local and her advocacy for union members everywhere was as bold as her portrait, now serving as a constant reminder that Lynn keeps watch on local members leading the way. Members celebrate at the Ada Lynn Boardroom dedication ceremony.