The Chestertown Recreation Commission announces the beginning of a Summer of Stars …under the stars, with the return of its program of Movies in the Park.
This Friday June 20 will be the opening night of a season of family friendly films to be shown outdoors in downtown Chestertown with the classic, “The Princess Bride”.
The movies will be shown at the Foot of High Street on the Custom House lawn.
“The Princess Bride”, directed by Rob Reiner in 1987 and became an instant classic with its tale of brave Westley and his quest to save his Princess Buttercup from the clutches of the Evil Prince Humperdick. One of the most quotable and beloved films to come out of the decade the film stars Andre the Giant, Mandy Patinkin, Cary Elwes and Robin Wright Penn.
All Shows start at dusk, (approximately 8:15 – 8:30) and are free to the public.
The CRC will be on hand most nights to offer popcorn. Bring blankets and lawn chairs, (low seated are preferred)
The rest of the summer schedule of movies will be on alternating Fridays, beginning with following week, June 27 with another 80’s classic, “The Goonies”.
Further screenings include July 11- The Karate Kid, (1984), July 25th “The Muppet Movie”, (1979), August 8- Space Jam, Aug 22- TBD and September 5- “The Lego Movie” and a special Halloween showing of “Ghostbusters“ in October.
Rain dates will be the following Friday evenings.
The Chestertown Recreation Commission is a official branch of the Mayor & Council’s office charged with improving recreational opportunities, programming and facilities in the town. Anyone interested in being involved can reach Bill Arrowood, chair, at [email protected] for more updates, residents are encouraged to check the CRC’s Facebook page.
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