FAIRFIELD, Conn.— The School of Communication, Media & the Arts at Sacred Heart University, in partnership with The Explorers Club New England Chapter, Canon USA, the Connecticut Audubon Society and the National Audubon Society, is proud to present a special Earth Day screening of Flyway of Life, the latest film by award-winning filmmaker Tomas Koeck. The film is an awe-inspiring documentary celebrating the Atlantic Flyway and the extraordinary migratory journeys of North America’s birds.
The event will be held at the Sacred Heart University Community Theatre and the Bruce S. Kershner Gallery in Fairfield, Connecticut on April 22. It will feature a 30-piece photography exhibit presented by Canon USA and a book signing at the Bruce S. Kershner Gallery. Guests will enjoy a red-carpet arrival, followed by the screening and an engaging panel discussion featuring leading conservationists, members of the film’s production team and avian experts from the Connecticut Audubon Society.
Flyway of Life explores the vital role of various ecosystems along the Atlantic Flyway and their importance to bird populations. Through the voices of wildlife scientists, conservationists and naturalists, the film illuminates how these diverse habitats—from Canada’s frozen tundra to the lush jungles of Costa Rica—are interconnected. Viewers will gain a deeper appreciation for how birds not only link distant ecosystems but also connect us to the natural world.
“This Earth Day, we invite audiences to witness the beauty and significance of one of nature’s greatest spectacles—the migration of birds across the Atlantic Flyway,” said Tomas Koeck, director of the project and Sacred Heart University alum. “What started as a documentary about birds has evolved into a film that illustrates how birds connect all of our environments—and how our environments, in turn, affect them.”
Event Details:
Locations:
Gallery: Bruce S. Kershner Gallery | Fairfield Public Library | 1080 Old Post Road | Fairfield, CT
Screening: Sacred Heart University Community Theatre | 1420 Post Road | Fairfield, CT
Date: April 22, 2025
Schedule:
• 5-6 p.m.—Gallery opening and book signing at the Bruce S. Kershner Gallery
• 6:30 p.m.— Doors open at the Community Theatre; red carpet and photo opportunities
• 7-8:30 p.m.—Flyway of Life screening
• 8:30–9:15 p.m.—Q&A with guest speakers
• 9:15–9:30 p.m.—Closing remarks and additional book signing
Tickets:
Tickets are available at the SHU Community Theatre website. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with conservation leaders and explore the intersection of science, storytelling and environmental advocacy. Whether you’re a nature enthusiast, film lover or sustainability advocate, this Earth Day celebration promises to be an unforgettable experience.
About Sacred Heart University
As the second-largest Catholic university in New England, and one of the fastest-growing private doctoral institutions in the U.S., Sacred Heart University is a national leader in shaping higher education for the 21st century. SHU offers more than 100 undergraduate, graduate and doctoral programs on its Fairfield, Conn., campus. Sacred Heart also has a campus in Dingle, Ireland, and offers online programs. More than 10,000 students attend the University’s eight colleges and schools: College of Arts & Sciences; School of Communication, Media & the Arts; School of Social Work; School of Computer Science & Engineering; College of Health Professions; the Isabelle Farrington College of Education & Human Development; the Jack Welch College of Business & Technology and the Dr. Susan L. Davis, R.N., & Richard J. Henley College of Nursing. Sacred Heart, a Laudato Si’ campus, stands out from other Catholic institutions as it was established and led by laity. The contemporary Catholic university is rooted in the rich Catholic intellectual tradition and the liberal arts, and at the same time cultivates students to be forward thinkers who enact change—in their own lives, professions and in their communities. The Princeton Review includes SHU in its Best 390 Colleges: 2025 Edition, and Best Business Schools: 2024 Edition. Sacred Heart is home to the award-winning, NPR-affiliate station, WSHU Public Radio, a Division I athletics program and an impressive performing arts program that includes choir, band, dance and theatre. www.sacredheart.edu
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About The Explorers Club New England Chapter
The Explorers Club is a multidisciplinary professional society dedicated to advancing field research, scientific exploration, and resource conservation. The New England Chapter fosters a spirit of discovery by hosting events that educate and inspire the next generation of explorers.
About Tomas Koeck
Tomas Koeck is an award-winning filmmaker, Canon USA–backed photographer, presenter, and expeditionist. In essence, he is a storyteller, environmentalist, and optimist. He has worked on assignment for National Geographic, the Smithsonian Channel, PBS Nature, and others, covering stories across North America. His mission is to give a voice to wildlife through journalism, storytelling, and advocacy.