Long Talks in the Wildewood

Long Talks is back, and we're starting with a film screening! In collaboration with Wildewood Gallery in Maynooth, Long Talks is hosting a film screening and follow up chat about a new documentary focused on exposing what is happening right now to communities and ecologies, how folks are resisting and reacting to harmful developments, and how local alternatives are being envisioned.

WHEN is it?

Tuesday, May 5, 2026

6:30 pm arrive, say hello, enjoy some music

7 pm film screening starts

8:30 pm leg stretching and opportunity to head home if you're not up for a chat about it all

8:45 pm casual round table conversation about the film, and what we might want to organize together as a community

9:15 pm go home, ruminate, rest up

WHERE is it?

Wildewood Gallery in Maynooth, 33012 HWY 62

Parking is along the street

here is the blurb about the movie:

The Cost of Growth challenges Europe’s growth story by exposing the extractive systems it relies on and the communities that pay the price.

With an international cast, the film (90 minutes) connects struggles in Serbia, Italy, and Sápmi to wider fights for justice — showing how communities resist extraction, build solidarities, and expose the violence behind Europe’s economy.

watch the trailer:

This documentary follows the communities affected by decisions made far away, and the world we all share and participate in. Even though it takes place in Europe, we want this to be a (re)starting point for a community conversation about climate action, local community, and how we can engage with uncertain futures.

There is no cost to attend this event. Light snacks and water will be served. You'll have the option to put a couple bucks in a jar to help cover costs but truly you can just show up and share a movie, conversation, and community with everyone.

Please join us!