Community Stories Film Festival 2026 - Among the Wild

Join us for inspiring stories of our community!

Now in its 16th year presented by Docs In Progress, the Community Stories Film Festival is dedicated to showcasing local stories by local filmmakers.

A celebration of independent documentary filmmaking, Community Stories unites filmmakers, cinephiles, and community members for three days of screenings, filmmaker Q&As, and conversations.

 

AMONG THE WILD

Call of the Crow - dir. Sarah King [13:27 Min.]

An animal rescuer takes a crow under her wing, but questions whether the best medicine is to set the bird free.

From the Hill to the Horizon - dir. Rakhi Varma [17:20 Min.]

A former Maryland Congresswoman leaves Washington politics behind to visit all 63 national parks, despite the challenges of multiple sclerosis.

FORAGER - dir. Renee Fischer [20:50 Min.]

While foraging in the wilds of Maryland, a celebrated chef finds sustenance in his life’s work.

Join us for a post-screening Q&A with the filmmakers!

 

Get your tickets here!

When

March 14, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6pm

Where

Docs In Progress
8560 Second Ave
Suite 113
(Entrance on Apple Ave)
Silver Spring, MD 20910
United States
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