Sag Harbor Cinema’s “Projections” Series Presents “The Bonackers Project: Currents of Memory & Meaning”on Sunday, December 14th, at 11 AM at Sag Harbor Cinema

A special Projections Series event exploring the history, culture, and evolving identity of the Bonackers—East Hampton’s fishing and farming community.

Following a screening of The Bonackers Project, a panel of local experts discussed the deep roots of this unique community, the indigenous heritage of the region, and the challenges of preserving cultural identity in a rapidly changing landscape.

Panelists:

• Joanne Friedland Roberts, Director and Producer, The Bonackers Project

• Shane Weeks, Director of Research and Education, Metoac Indigenous Collective

• Stacy Myers, Education Director, East Hampton Historical Society

• Brent Bennett, 11th Generation East End Fisherman

Moderated by François de Menil, Principal and Founder, FdM:Arch; Documentary Filmmaker; Sag Harbor Cinema Board Member

After the program, Canio’s Books joined us to sell copies of Peter Matthiessen’s Men’s Lives, a book that played a meaningful role in inspiring the Bonackers Project. Archival photographs featured in the film were also displayed on a digital touchscreen monitor, shared with the generous permission of the Rock Foundation.