Film Screening: Dope is Death

2027 West Broadway,Minneapolis MN 55411

25 April, 2022

Description

A documentary film about how The Black Panthers and The Young Lords founded the first acupuncture detox program in the US. Watch the trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RiBP6JdpL30 After the film we'll host a Q+A session with the director and one of the stars of the film. We'll also have a panel discussion on healing justice work and how to make holistic health more accessible in our communities. Guests will have the opportunity to try acupuncture and take home a guide to community acupuncture sites across the metro. SCHEDULE: 6:00pm - doors open, community acupuncture available 7:00pm - film begins 7:30pm - Q+A with film director Mia Donovan and one of the featured practitioners in the film, Juan Cortez 8:00pm - panel discussion with local voices in healing justice work (speakers announced soon) 9:00pm - event ends COVID protocol: The Capri Theater requires proof of COVID vaccination or proof of a negative test within the last 72 hours prior to the event start time. SPONSORS Well Connected Twin Cities is a platform for connecting wellness practitioners with each other and with the local community. Listen to our weekly podcast or browse our site to find the right holistic practitioners for you. We Sparkle is a woman and BIPOC-owned social enterprise committed to creating a stronger + more inclusive economy. Our suite of software tools are easy to use and accessible, which helps democratize the process of starting and growing a business for underestimated entrepreneurs.