Spanish Peaks Library District

Young at Heart Chorus is based in Northampton, MA. See the final weeks of rehearsal for the group, whose average age is 81, and many of whom must overcome health adversities to participate. Their music is unexpected, going against the stereotype of their age group, performing songs that range from James Brown to Coldplay. Although the group has toured in Europe and sang for royalty, they are now focusing on preparing new songs, not an easy endeavor,...

Looks at children with Tourette's syndrome, a rare brain disorder, whose victims twitch, jerk, and are unable to control loud verbal outbursts, some obscene. Because the public lacks knowledge about the disease, these children also suffer public humiliation. "In every school in America, it's likely that at least one child may have Tourette Syndrome. ...[this] documentary that dispels the myths of Tourette Syndrome through the experiences of young...

The Hornet's Nest is a groundbreaking and immersive feature film, using unprecedented real footage to tell the story of an elite group of US troops sent on a dangerous mission deep inside one of Afghanistan's most hostile valleys. The film culminates with what was planned as a single day strike turning into nine intense days of harrowing combat against an invisible, hostile enemy in the country's complex terrain where no foreign troops have ever dared...

6 Classic Railroad Films on one DVD The Spirit of Mountain Railroading, 60 minutes. --Tells the story of the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad. See Colorado on this breathtaking run through the San Juan Mountains to the historic mining town of Silverton. The Eureka engine, an 1875 wood-burner, runs its historic journey and celebrates one hundred years of mountain railroading on this route. The Winter Holiday Train, 25 minutes. --This film...

This collection of color footage shot during World War II focuses primarily on America's involvement in the war, beginning with Col. Jimmy Doolittle's legendary raid on Tokyo in 1942 and proceeding up to the liberation of the concentration camps in Europe. The 16 selections in the main feature all focus on a particular aspect of the war and include footage shot during bombing missions over Germany.

Introduces the beliefs, practices, and history of the second largest religion in the world, presenting commentary from leading scholars, theologians, and writers.

"Over the years Green Frog has released some incredible footage by the nation's best 16mm film photographers. We have also presented some of the country's best videographers as well. In keeping with many suggestions by our customers, we are releasing the 'Best of Series' of work by these film and video photographers. Volume I consists of The Best of Narrow Gauge on the Rio Grande from noted photographer Emery Gulash. This DVD covers scenes from many...