Pamela Biery writes, directs, and manages video projects.

Who is Sarah Kidder

This light-hearted look at history pays homage to the television game show “To Tell the Truth.” See if you can identify the ‘real’ Sarah Kidder! This edutainment video history project was envisioned, directed, and implemented by Pamela Biery with strong community support across three generations of Nevada County citizens and presentation partner, Nevada County Narrow Gauge Railroad Museum.

Sarah Kidder was the first woman railroad president in the world. Sarah assumed management of the Nevada County Narrow Gauge Railroad upon the death of her husband in 1901. Under her management as president and majority shareholder, she was able to retire the company’s debt and return dividends to the shareholders.

“Who Is Sarah Kidder?” is made possible with support from California Humanities, a non-profit partner of the National Endowment for the Humanities. Visit www.calhum.org. Special thanks to Nevada Union High School, Nevada County Historical Society, Nevada County Media, Nevada County Landmarks Commission, and the many community members who supported the creation of this video. The Nevada County Board of Supervisors recognized Kidder and other Nevada County women in history with a special resolution in March 2023, commemorating Women’s History Month.

An Evening with Ellen

This non-profit community project educates and raises awareness about women’s voting rights and specifically the suffrage leader, Ellen Clark Sargent. Written and directed by Pamela Biery, actress Mary Baird is joined by Rick Ewald in portraying a lively conversation with Ellen Sargent. Learn more HERE.

In 2021 this film was recognized with inclusion in the Toronto Women’s Film Festival, the International Sound & Music Film Festival, and the Hollywood Women-Themed International Film Festival.

The Best of Both Worlds—Cohousing’s Promise

This short film provides first-person perspectives on cohousing as a sustainable lifestyle choice. The film was featured in the 2019 Wild & Scenic Film Festival, the 2020 Chico Earth day Festival and is televised by KVIE Public Television. The film is currently available at www.bullfrogfilms.com. Pamela Biery acted as project coordinator, driving this project to successful completion.