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Movies at the Arboretum!
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Friday nights at 8th & Greengarden
Movies start at dusk with pre-show activities one hour prior to show time
Music and karaoke will be provided during all pre-show activities by Q Sound Productions
All movies Closed Caption
Presented by:
LEAF ~ Family Services of NW PA ~ Mary D’Angelo Performing Arts Center ~ Erie Times-News ~ JET-TV 24 ~ Classy 100 ~ Country 98 WXTA ~ The City of Erie
July 13, 2007 Wallace & Gromit In The Curse Of The Were-Rabbit (2005) Sponsored by: ErieBank - Rick Weaver Buick Pontiac GMC - Waste Management
The beloved clay-animated characters from Aardman Animations hit the big screen when
clumsy but creative Wallace invents a humane pest-control outfit called "Anti-Pesto" to protect
the gardens in the neighborhood. With the annual Giant Vegetable Competition coming up,
panic erupts when a “beast” begins feasting on the town’s vegetable plots. It is up to Wallace
and his trusty dog Gromit to hunt down the veggie invader.Rated G; 94 minutes * Flowers will be available for children to plant at the Arboretum |
July 20, 2007Harry Potter And The Sorcerer's Stone (2001) Sponsored by: Vicary Insurance
Based on the J.K. Rowling books that started a phenomenon, this film adaptation follows the adventures of the book’s young hero - Harry Potter. Harry learns upon his 11th birthday that he is the orphaned son of two powerful wizards and has some interesting powers of his own. He leaves a life of disenchantment and despair to an exciting trek to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Losing his parents at a young age, Harry makes a family of the close circle of friends at school. This magical and fantastical group of friends join Harry to unravel the mystery of his parents’ death and confront the forces intent on destroying him. Rated PG; 152 minutes * FREE drawing (Harry Potter new release, “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows”) |
July 27, 2007Chariots Of Fire (1981) Sponsored by: PSB Industries Inc.
An intense, exhilarating true story about the 1924 Paris Olympics. Winning is everything to two British runners, but their psychological and emotional reasons compelling them to win are totally divergent in this inspiring drama. "CHARIOTS OF FIRE is a wonderful film. It will thrill you and delight you and very possibly exalt you to tears. CHARIOTS OF FIRE is for everyone; it's exactly what a popular film ought to be. It bristles with colorful characters, absorbing incidents, drama, suspense and humor. A rare film that will surprise you with its beauty and magnificence of spirit." - Jack Kroll, NEWSWEEKRated PG; 124 minutes *All kinds of races in every age category (FREE popcorn to Winners) |
August 3, 2007Seabiscuit (2003) Sponsored by: Erie Audiology - Dave Hallman Auto Group
This true story based on a best selling book tells the story of a group of the unlikeliest of heroes. It would seem that pairing a knobbly-kneed horse with a half-blind ex boxer jockey would lead only to last place. Instead this unsung duo became a winning combination that inspired and intrigued a nation suffering the hardships of the Great Depression.Rated PG-13; 141 minutes * Granny's Ark: FREE pony rides and petting zoo (6:45pm - 8:45pm) |
August 10, 2007Akeelah & The Bee (2006) Sponsored by: The Ophelia Project
In this heart-warming film, precocious eleven-year-old Akeelah from south Los Angeles is found to have an affinity for spelling. Despite her mother’s objections, Akeelah enters a contest and eventually finds herself at the National Spelling Bee. A mysterious teacher and a cast of colorful characters from her neighborhood help her along her journey.Rated PG; 112 minutes * Spelling Bee (Age categories) |
August 17, 2007Charlotte's Web (2006) Sponsored by: Erie Federal Credit Union
This classic story based on the beloved book by E.B. White brings us the charming tale of Fern and her young pet pig Wilbur. Just as Wilbur learns of his impending fate on the chopping block, he meets a very special spider in the barn who begins to weave messages in her web such as “Some Pig,” “Radiant,” and “Terrific.” The messages make Wilbur famous and ultimately save his life in this story of friendship and loyalty. Rated G; 113 minutes * Granny's Ark: FREE pony rides and petting zoo (courtesy of Erie Federal Credit Union) (6:30pm - 8:30pm) |