Hope to See You TONIGHT forFestivals for the Rest of Us--Navigating Film Festivals Like a Pro [image: tfc may copy.jpg] Don't be intimidated by the film festival circuit! With the *Seattle International Film Festival* (May 7–17) underway and the *Tacoma Film Festival* accepting submissions until June 20, now is the perfect time to demystify the process. Join us on *May 11 at The Grand Cinema* to hear from seasoned veterans—including TFF programmers and fest-hardened directors—as they break down submission strategies, pro tips for networking, and essential lessons learned from the field. Whether you're looking to get noticed by programmers or avoid common pitfalls, come get your questions answered in the company of the local filmmaking community. 6:30pm - Mix & Mingle 7:00pm - Panel Discussion 8:00pm - The Conversation Continues See you at The Grand! -- *Light to your path, * *Love on your way.* Melinda Raebyne Melinda Raebyne Films <https://www.melindaraebynefilms.com/> Owner and Founder of Sui Productions She/Her/Hers *I give thanks to the Puyallup Nation, whose land I reside on.*