Czech That Film 2026 - Children's Event
The event is organized by the Honorary Consul of the Czech Republic in Seattle.
https://czechconsulateseattle.us/news/czech-that-film-2026
Mark your calendar for the upcoming Czech film festival - Czech That Film is back after a six-year break, this time with the acclaimed movies Caravan and Tales From the Magic Garden. Brought to you by CCEC (Czech Center for Education and Culture) and the Czech Honorary Consulate in Seattle.
6/14 - Children's Event
Location: Mercer Island library - 4400 88th Ave SE, Mercer Island, WA 98040 (map)
Movie: Tales From the Magic Garden
Fee: Free of charge (voluntary donations at the door available) - register here as space is limited
Refreshments: Potluck style - please bring some beverages and/or something to nibble on to share with others if you'd like.
Program timing:
2-3pm - social time
3-4:15pm - movie screening
4:15-5pm - more social time and clean-up
Looking forward to seeing everyone at the events!
Tales From the Magic Garden
When Tom (4), Susan (8), and Derek (10) visit their grandfather for the first time since losing their beloved grandmother, they find the house quiet and their grandfather distant. Taking inspiration from her grandmother, Suzan steps into the role of storyteller, creating enchanting tales to bring back the warmth. We deepen into the world of a helpful mysterious cat, a not-so-scary monster, and a daring flying man. As the family bonds through their tales, they discover important lessons about bravery, kindness, and finding light even in life’s darkest moments. Brought to life with stunning stop-motion animation, this heartwarming film shows how imagination and storytelling can heal, inspire, and bring us closer to the people we cherish most.