"The stories from six individuals, who have chosen to lead lives that truly make them happy, are interesting and engaging but it’s the pace of the film that allows the audience’ time to contemplate the ideals that they personally are striving for."   Continue reading

  “A Small Good Thing” screening is set for 6:30 p.m. May 31 in Ward Hall at The Fenn School, 516 Monument St., Concord. The feature documentary tells the stories of six people moving away from a philosophy of “more is better” toward a holistic conception of well-being, one based on a connection to themselves, their families and the natural world. Continue reading

"Boll doesn’t believe her film is telling people to make wholesale changes in their lives, but provides a contemplation of doing more with less and improving an individual life in small, simple strokes (and small, good things)."   Continue reading

“This documentary will renew your spirit and might even cause you to reflect on ways you could improve your own quality of life and begin to live each day a little more meaningfully."   Continue reading

"The film, beautifully shot and scored, has a point but is not a manifesto."   Continue reading

"Boll stitches together a portrait of how 'small good things' — community-minded agriculture, yoga instruction, even cycling with friends — can, piece by piece, yield richer, happier lives."   Continue reading

"From social work student Tim Durrin to yoga teacher Mark Gerow, to farmers Jen and Pete Salinetti, these 'everyday people' find personal satisfaction via their link to nature, chosen professions, and interconnectedness with others, foregoing conventional definitions."   Continue reading

"I am learning to get out of my own way, to put the self–doubt and anger to rest, and to embrace this part of the journey." -Pamela Tanner Boll   Continue reading

"I doubt myself less and say ‘no’ more often. In doing what you are meant to do, you need to stay close to the vision and let people in the process…you also need to stay in charge when others may want to pull you off course. It’s hard work.” -Director Pamela Tanner Boll    Continue reading

"We all have an amazing opportunity for healing and positive change when we connect with our community, but this connection doesn’t happen on its own. We need to actively pursue it ... A Small Good Thing is a powerful reminder that this pursuit is entirely possible."    Continue reading