On Tuesday, June 29th at 7:30pm, the Somerset Hills YMCA is proud to present two award-winning short films at the Bernards High School auditorium. The event will benefit the Somerset Hills YMCA’s Strong Kids Campaign that supports Saturdays in Motion, a recreational program for children with autism and their families, as well as other community outreach programs. Tickets, available at the door, are $15 for adults, $12 for students and seniors, $5 for children or $40 for a family pack.
The films document the remarkable journey that two young men with autism have taken, drawing on their extraordinary talent. ‘Breaking Boundaries: the Art of Alex Masket,’ directed by Dennis Connors, has been featured in ten film festivals including the Berkshire International Film Festival, the NJ International Film Festival and the Black Maria Film Festival. ‘Daniel’s Bar Mitzvah,’ directed by Michael Raynes, is an award-winning finalist at the Downtown NY Short Film Festival.
“These two young men, Alex Masket and Michael Raynes, have been involved in Saturdays in Motion for more than 15 years, Alex as a participant and Michael as a volunteer. It is a wonderful opportunity to showcase their artistic talent while raising funds for a cause that is close to both of their hearts. These short films are powerful and raise awareness about the need to support all individuals with special needs,” said Art Raynes, founder and long-time volunteer of the Saturdays in Motion program at the Somerset Hills YMCA.
For more information or for advance ticket sales, please contact Lauren Lomauro at 908 766 7898 ext. 1343 or llomauro@somersethillsymca.org
The Somerset Hills YMCA is a charitable community service organization, rooted in Christian values and dedicated to helping all people grow in spirit, mind and body. We are guided by our core principles of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.
For more information, please visit www.somersethillsymca.org or call 908-766-7898.
