Saving Walden’s World asks, “Are there dividends to society from ensuring all have a decent life.” The screening with take place Dec. 3 at 5 p.m. at the UMaine Welcome Center, Ferland Engineering Education and Design Center, 75 Long Road, Orono, ME.

Come learn how and why the documentary “Saving Walden’s World” was created, taking Merkel around the world for research, filming, and screenings of this uniquely personal film on women’s empowerment, culture, and steps that are being taken globally to develop sustainable living and food solutions.