Join the Fair Housing Project of CVOEO, Vermont Affordable Housing Coalition, and CEDO for a fun movie night hosted by Main Street Landing. With special thanks to Vermont Wine Merchants!

Happy Hour 6-7pm with free refreshments, bar, and books from CEDO, followed by The Pursuit of Happyness at 7pm. FREE!

The Pursuit of Happyness is a 2006 American biographical drama directed by Gabriele Muccino. Will Smith stars in this moving tale inspired by the true story of Chris Gardner, a San Francisco salesman struggling to build a future for himself and his 5-year-old son Christopher (Jaden Smith). When his girlfriend Linda (Thandie Newton) walks out, Chris is left to raise Christopher on his own. Chris' determination finally pays off when he lands an unpaid internship in a brutally competitive stockbroker-training program, where only one in twenty interns will make the cut. But without a salary, Chris and his son are evicted from their apartment and are forced to sleep on the streets, in homeless shelters, and even behind the locked doors of a metro station bathroom. With self-confidence and the love and trust of his son, Chris rises above his obstacles to become a Wall Street legend.

This event is part of April Fair Housing Month, which celebrates the 1968 passage of the Fair Housing Act. CVOEO and partners have created a robust schedule of free public education and art events to raise awareness about the importance of equal access to housing, free from discrimination, and the positive role that inclusive, affordable housing plays in thriving communities. Virtual and in-person activities include workshops, community discussions, presentations, library events, and the all-ages HeART & Home Community Art Project.

This event is free, but please register in advance so that we can plan for food. Thank you!