MILFORD, PA — The Black Bear Film Fest, an annual weekend-long celebration of arts and independent cinema in the heart of Milford, has announced the appointment of Jerry Weinstock and Bill Voelkel to its board of directors. The festival also has a new office at Milford’s Borough Hall.

Weinstock is an award-winning producer and videographer of training films on how to work with individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities. He first became involved as a volunteer for the 2014 festival. A recent newcomer to the area from New York City, Weinstock welcomed the sense of community the experience provided, and sought a more active role in the planning of this year’s festival.

Voelkel, a learning and development specialist for various companies and nonprofits, joined the Black Bear Film Fest last year as a volunteer co-director of the Film Salon. An avid lover of film, he knew he wanted to be involved in the festival since moving to the area two years ago. Voelkel will volunteer again as co-director of the Film Salon this fall.

This year’s Black Bear Film Fest will take place on October 16, 17 and 18. There will be a volunteer meeting at 10 a.m. on Saturday, June 6 at the film festival’s main office, located in Milford’s Borough Hall, 109 W. Catharine St. New volunteers are welcome.