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Aviva Kempner’s Rosenwald is the incredible story of Julius Rosenwald, who never finished high school, but rose to become the President of Sears Roebuck Company. Influenced by the writings of the educator Booker T. Washington, this Jewish philanthropist joined forces with African-American communities during the Jim Crow South to build over 5,300 schools during the early part of the 20th century. Scrabble School is one of four Rosenwald schools that were built in Rappahannock County and the only one that has been fully restored. It currently houses the senior citizens program and an exhibit on the school’s history. Inspired by the Jewish ideals of tzedakah (charity) and tikkun olam (repairing the world), and a deep concern over racial inequality in America, Rosenwald used his wealth to become one of America’s most effective philanthropists. Because of his modesty, Rosenwald’s philanthropy and social activism are not well known today. He gave away $62 million in his lifetime. Tickets: $20/adults (admits 1 adult, 1 student), add’l students $5. Proceeds benefit SSPF. Co-hosted by Scrabble School Preservation Foundation, Rappahannock Historical Society and RAAC, with a post-film Q&A featuring Stephanie Deutsch, historian and author appearing in the film. Director: Aviva Kempner. Documentary, 100 mins.