Short films and songwriters join forces in Rosendale on Thursday

This inaugural fundraiser blends poignant short films—from the plight of a rainforest eagle to a surreal tale of Alzheimer’s—with live, unplugged performances by local singer-songwriters. The lineup includes works by regional filmmakers like Daniel Byers and Carol McCann, and music from artists such as Jefferson Thomas and Annalisa Chamberlin. Capping off the evening is a Q&A session with creators, offering audiences a chance to dig deeper into the stories behind the screen and the song.