Film about island food security screens today

The Guam Humanities Council, as part of project I Tano yan I Tasi, Land and Sea -- Ecological Literacy on the U.S. Pacific Island of Guam, presents a screening of "Islands at Risk: Genetic Engineering in Hawai'i" at the Hagta Community/Senior Center 6 p.m. July 17. The documentary addresses the impact of genetic engineering on food security and sustainable food production in Hawaii. Discussion about the environment, conservation, and cultural and sustainable practices in Guam will follow.

The Guam National Wildlife Refuge, Ritidian Unit is holding the third annual Camp Shutterbug for aspiring youth photographers. This year's theme is "Preserving My Island." Basic photography workshop from 9 to 11 a.m. July 20 at the refuge classroom. Session one for ages 8-11 will be held July 22, 24 or 26. Session two for ages 12-15 will be held July 29, 31 or Aug. 2. Each child may register for one day. For more information, call Joseph Schwagerl at 355-5096/7. To register your child, email emily_sablan@fws.gov or jennifer_cruce@fws.gov.

The 32nd Annual International Pacific Islands Bilingual Bicultural Association Conference will be held July 21-24 at Okkodo High School. The theme is "Indigenous Rights: Sacred and Secret ---- Direchon i Taotao Siha: Sagrda yan Sikretu." Contact Peter Onedera at 477-4234 or peteronedera@gmail.com, or Rosa Salas Palomo at 735-2193/1 or kailee.rosapalomo@hotmail.com. Forms are available at http://pibbainternational.blogspot.com.

The Guam International Film Festival extended postmark deadline is July 19 for the September festival. Works must have been completed after Jan. 1, 2012. Submission form and information regarding eligibility and official entry are at http://www.guamfilmfestival.org.

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The Guam Art Exhibit will present GAX VI through July 21. Poetry Slam Night is July 19. The exhibit will be on the second floor of the Plaza, between DNA Evolution and UnderWater World. Visit www. facebook.com/GUAMARTEXHIBIT for details. All ages are welcome and admission is free. Call Joshua Agerstrand at 486-8550, Shelly Blau at 482-7655, or email guamartexhibit@gmail.com for more information.

The Dededo Veterans Organization will meet at 3 p.m. July 28 in the Dededo Veterans Memorial Park, south of the skate park. All members are urged to attend and new members are welcome. For more information, call Joe San Nicolas at 482-4350.

The Prevention and Training Branch of the Guam Behavioral Health and Wellness Center will hold the two-day Gathering of Pacific Islanders for Prevention Education and Community Empowerment, or GOPEACE, meeting July 30-31 at the Westin Hotel. The community is invited to attend to tell their stories, share their ideas, and help to develop Guam's five-year PEACE plan to stop suicide and prevent substance abuse on our island. To register, call Grace Lapid Rosadino or Helene Paulino at 477-9079~83. Registration form and other updates can be found at http://www.peaceguam.org.

The University of Guam Adventure Sports Camp session two runs from July 29 to Aug. 2. Tuition is $200 per session, plus a $25 registration fee. Call 735-2863 or go to http://www.uog.edu for more information.

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