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Film screening and book signing scheduled at Black Rock Library

Thursday, March 22nd at 6:00 - 7:30 PM. The Bridgeport Public Library, 925 Broad Street presents: Two Angry Moms is a documentary film that asks the question: What happens when fed-up moms try to change school food? Filmmaker Amy Kalafa crosses the country in search of alternatives to the toxic food environment found in many of our nations schools. Following the film there will be a Q&A session and a book signing of Amy's book - Lunch Wars: How to Start a School Food Revolution and Win the Battle for Our Children's Health. Healthy snacks and refreshments will be provided free of charge. Contact Info Desk: 203 576-7412.

Film screening and book signing scheduled at Black Rock Library

Thursday, March 22nd at 6:00 - 7:30 PM. The Bridgeport Public Library, 925 Broad Street presents: Two Angry Moms is a documentary film that asks the question: What happens when fed-up moms try to change school food? Filmmaker Amy Kalafa crosses the country in search of alternatives to the toxic food environment found in many of our nations schools. Following the film there will be a Q&A session and a book signing of Amy's book - Lunch Wars: How to Start a School Food Revolution and Win the Battle for Our Children's Health. Healthy snacks and refreshments will be provided free of charge. Contact Info Desk: 203 576-7412.

Here are some upcoming March events at the Black Rock Branch Library

Mondays 10:30 – 11:30 AM. The Black Rock Branch Library, 2705 Fairfield Avenue presents: Free Computer Classes for Beginners. The Black Rock Branch Library announces a series of free computer classes designed for beginners. All classes begin at 10:30 AM or and will last approximately 1 hour. Space is limited so register for one or more classes now. Call: 203 337-9676

Mondays & Wednesdays – 1:00 PM. The Black Rock Branch Library, 2705 Fairfield Avenue presents: Get Fit Bridgeport – The Black Rock Branch announces a physical fitness series using exercise DVD’s, that are available at the library. They are simple to use and appropriate for those who have not exercised regularly, or who need a gentler way of exercising, yet want results. The format will be 15 minute welcome and education, 30 minute walking with the video, 15 minute handout /repeat education and close. This program is free but registration required. Please call 203 337-9676 to reserve your spot. As with any exercise program, check with your doctor if you have any known health issues.

Wednesdays – 10:45- 11:45 AM. The Black Rock Branch Library, 2705 Fairfield Avenue presents: Little Rocks. Join us for our popular Little Rocks program for children up through age 3 with a caregiver. Stories, rhymes, music, movement, short films, and time for play are all part of the mix! Contact: Miss Bina: 203-337-9676.

Thursday, March 8th at 7:00 PM, The Black Rock Branch Library, 2705 Fairfield Avenue presents: A Musical Tour of Italy with ENZO BOSCARINO Singer and guitarist Enzo Boscarino offers an all-ages musical tour of the Italian countryside, ranging from Liguria and Veneto, down the peninsula through Tuscany, Lazio, and Campania, and finishing around the islands of Sicily and Sardegna. Dubbed “a true Renaissance Man” (Martha’s Vineyard Gazette), Enzo Boscarino has shared his love of Italy’s various musical traditions with audiences in Newport, Martha’s Vineyard, and NYC, as well as with the Hartford Festival Orchestra and at First Night in Hartford. Pastries and Refreshments will be served. For more info call 203 337-9676.

Saturday, March 10th at 2:00 PM, The Black Rock Branch Library, 2705 Fairfield Avenue presents: Second Saturday Drop In Craft: Grassy Headed Guys Children's Area-- Join us in welcoming spring by making a Grassy Headed Guy! Decorate the guy, put some seeds and dirt together and water...watch as the seeds sprout and give your guy a nice head of GREEN hair! Easy Peasy! For all ages.... Contact Miss Bina: 203-337-9676.

Tuesday, March 20th at 6:30 PM, The Black Rock Branch Library, 2705 Fairfield Avenue presents: Great Movies You Might Have Missed – SHAWSHANK REDEMPTION A banker (Tim Robbins) is convicted for life for murdering his wife and her lover. He befriends a seasoned lifer (Morgan Freeman) and plans an escape in this extraordinary tale of hope, survival, and friendship inside a maximum security prison.Tim Robbins, Morgan Freeman, Gil Bellows, James Whitmore Columbia Pictures; Directed by Frank Darabont Rated R; 142 minutes; 1994. For more info call 203 337-9676.

Wednesday, March 21st at 1:00 PM, The Black Rock Branch Library, 2705 Fairfield Avenue presents: Food for Thought – Book Discussion. The Black Rock Branch Library’s lunchtime book club meets the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 1:00 PM - bring your brown bag lunch, we will provide coffee, tea and dessert. Our next book up for discussion is: The Life of Pi by Yan Martel Winner of the 2002 Man Booker Prize for Fiction. Life of Pi is at once a realistic, rousing adventure and a meta-tale of survival that explores the redemptive power of storytelling and the transformative nature of fiction. It’s a story, as one character puts it, to make you believe in God. Call the library today and reserve your copy: 203 337-9676

Thursday, March 22nd at 6:30 PM, The Black Rock Branch Library, 2705 Fairfield Avenue presents: The Penn Act, Racial Profiling and Secure Communities (SCOMM) – an ACLU of CT presentation Please join Sandy Staub, legal director for the ACLU of Connecticut for a discussion of these important civil liberties issues. Sandy Staub is the legal director for the ACLU of Connecticut. A graduate of Yale Law School, Sandy has given testimony on the Penn Act and SCOMM numerous times. Please come and learn more about the ACLU’s perspective on these issues. We also encourage all who attend to share their own views, experiences and opinions on these very current and vital issues. For more info call 203 337-9676.

Here are some upcoming March events at the Black Rock Branch Library

Mondays 10:30 – 11:30 AM. The Black Rock Branch Library, 2705 Fairfield Avenue presents: Free Computer Classes for Beginners. The Black Rock Branch Library announces a series of free computer classes designed for beginners. All classes begin at 10:30 AM or and will last approximately 1 hour. Space is limited so register for one or more classes now. Call: 203 337-9676

Mondays & Wednesdays – 1:00 PM. The Black Rock Branch Library, 2705 Fairfield Avenue presents: Get Fit Bridgeport – The Black Rock Branch announces a physical fitness series using exercise DVD’s, that are available at the library. They are simple to use and appropriate for those who have not exercised regularly, or who need a gentler way of exercising, yet want results. The format will be 15 minute welcome and education, 30 minute walking with the video, 15 minute handout /repeat education and close. This program is free but registration required. Please call 203 337-9676 to reserve your spot. As with any exercise program, check with your doctor if you have any known health issues.

Wednesdays – 10:45- 11:45 AM. The Black Rock Branch Library, 2705 Fairfield Avenue presents: Little Rocks. Join us for our popular Little Rocks program for children up through age 3 with a caregiver. Stories, rhymes, music, movement, short films, and time for play are all part of the mix! Contact: Miss Bina: 203-337-9676.

Thursday, March 8th at 7:00 PM, The Black Rock Branch Library, 2705 Fairfield Avenue presents: A Musical Tour of Italy with ENZO BOSCARINO Singer and guitarist Enzo Boscarino offers an all-ages musical tour of the Italian countryside, ranging from Liguria and Veneto, down the peninsula through Tuscany, Lazio, and Campania, and finishing around the islands of Sicily and Sardegna. Dubbed “a true Renaissance Man” (Martha’s Vineyard Gazette), Enzo Boscarino has shared his love of Italy’s various musical traditions with audiences in Newport, Martha’s Vineyard, and NYC, as well as with the Hartford Festival Orchestra and at First Night in Hartford. Pastries and Refreshments will be served. For more info call 203 337-9676.

Saturday, March 10th at 2:00 PM, The Black Rock Branch Library, 2705 Fairfield Avenue presents: Second Saturday Drop In Craft: Grassy Headed Guys Children's Area-- Join us in welcoming spring by making a Grassy Headed Guy! Decorate the guy, put some seeds and dirt together and water...watch as the seeds sprout and give your guy a nice head of GREEN hair! Easy Peasy! For all ages.... Contact Miss Bina: 203-337-9676.

Tuesday, March 20th at 6:30 PM, The Black Rock Branch Library, 2705 Fairfield Avenue presents: Great Movies You Might Have Missed – SHAWSHANK REDEMPTION A banker (Tim Robbins) is convicted for life for murdering his wife and her lover. He befriends a seasoned lifer (Morgan Freeman) and plans an escape in this extraordinary tale of hope, survival, and friendship inside a maximum security prison.Tim Robbins, Morgan Freeman, Gil Bellows, James Whitmore Columbia Pictures; Directed by Frank Darabont Rated R; 142 minutes; 1994. For more info call 203 337-9676.

Wednesday, March 21st at 1:00 PM, The Black Rock Branch Library, 2705 Fairfield Avenue presents: Food for Thought – Book Discussion. The Black Rock Branch Library’s lunchtime book club meets the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 1:00 PM - bring your brown bag lunch, we will provide coffee, tea and dessert. Our next book up for discussion is: The Life of Pi by Yan Martel Winner of the 2002 Man Booker Prize for Fiction. Life of Pi is at once a realistic, rousing adventure and a meta-tale of survival that explores the redemptive power of storytelling and the transformative nature of fiction. It’s a story, as one character puts it, to make you believe in God. Call the library today and reserve your copy: 203 337-9676

Thursday, March 22nd at 6:30 PM, The Black Rock Branch Library, 2705 Fairfield Avenue presents: The Penn Act, Racial Profiling and Secure Communities (SCOMM) – an ACLU of CT presentation Please join Sandy Staub, legal director for the ACLU of Connecticut for a discussion of these important civil liberties issues. Sandy Staub is the legal director for the ACLU of Connecticut. A graduate of Yale Law School, Sandy has given testimony on the Penn Act and SCOMM numerous times. Please come and learn more about the ACLU’s perspective on these issues. We also encourage all who attend to share their own views, experiences and opinions on these very current and vital issues. For more info call 203 337-9676.

City Lights tonight at The Bijou

City Lights, a Charlie Chaplin Classic,
Weds. 1/25. 6:30 at the Bijou Theatre

Ticket price is $10, Seniors $8.

A One Night Mini-Fundraiser for the public art and education programs produced by City Lights

A $5 donation will be made to City Lights from everyone who mentions "City Lights Gallery"

FOR MORE INFO:
www.citylightsgallery.org

BIJOU THEATRE: 275 Fairfield Ave. Bpt. CT. 06604
www.thebijoutheatre.com

Johnny Rizzo documentary to air at the Bijou Theater 1/10

UPCOMING EVENTS

Johnny Rizzo: A Comic's Journey | Tue 1/10 at 8:00pm

A documentary by Pablo Cruz. How does a guy from Bridgeport, CT become a national touring stand-up comic? This documentary explores what it was that influenced Johnny to pursue a life in show business. We travel along with Johnny to his hometown to try and find out how he got where he is. You might say that the city of Bridgeport is his co-star. Join us on This Comic Journey.

Bar Opens at 7:00pm
Show Begins at 8:00pm
Q&A following the film

Ticket price:
$10 General Admission

Upcoming movies at the Bijou Theater

Into the Abyss | Wed 12/21 at 5:00pm, Fri 12/23 5:00pm
Werner Herzog | Rated PG-13 | 106min
In his fascinating exploration of a triple homicide case in Conroe, Texas, master filmmaker Werner Herzog probes the human psyche to explore why people kill—and why a state kills.

The Whale | Tue 12/27 at 6:30pm, Wed 12/28 at 6:30pm, Thu 12/29 at 6:30pm, Fri 12/30 at 6:30pm
Suzanne Chisholm and Michael Parfit | Rated G | 85min
When Luna, a baby orca, gets separated from his pod and unexpectedly starts making contact with people along a scenic fjord in British Columbia, no one can quite believe it.

London Boulevard | Tue 12/27 at 9:00pm, Wed 12/28 at 9:00pm, Thu 12/29 at 9:00pm, Fri 12/30 at 9:00pm
William Monahan | Rated R | 102min
A sexy, stylish gangster thriller bristling with wit and brutal intrigue, London Boulevard stars Colin Farrell and Keira Knightley as star-crossed lovers who run afoul of one of London’s most vicious crime bosses.

New Documentary Unveils the Dark Side of Tuscany

5 p.m., October 17, Fairfield University, Free and Open to the Public

Who:

Director Esther Podemski introduces and screens her film “The Peasant and The Priest,” a new documentary about the perils of globalization through the eyes of two Italian men in their eighties.

What:

“The Peasant and The Priest” considers two aspects of globalization – disturbances in the landscape and human trafficking – alarming forces at work in Tuscany, where the film is set. The documentary offers a reinterpretation of this much-loved region, an area shaped and transformed by co-existing extremes of human labor, cultivation and exploitation. Podemski will introduce the film and hold a Q&A after the screening. The event sponsors are the Italian Studies program and the departments of Modern Languages & Literatures and Catholic Studies.

When and Where:

Monday, October 17, 5 p.m., Gonzaga Auditorium, Gonzaga Hall, Fairfield University (Campus map: www.fairfield.edu/about/about_map)

About Esther Podemski:

Director Esther Podemski is a documentary filmmaker and painter. In addition to “The Peasant and The Priest,” she produced and directed “House of the World,” a documentary about the aftermath of the Holocaust. Shot in Poland, it was screened in Europe and traveled throughout the United States with the Human Rights Watch International Film Festival. The film has been broadcast on national television and screened at Lincoln Center, the Los Angeles International Jewish Film Festival and numerous colleges. Her dual-screen projection “5 Days in July,” which revisits the Newark riots of 1967, has been exhibited at the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute in Alabama and won the Director’s Choice award at the Black Maria Film Festival and the Jury Award for best short film at the Langston Hughes African American Film Festival. (For full bio, visit www.thepeasantandthepriest.com)

 

 

CALL FOR ENTRIES FOR “WRITE OF PASSAGE” SCREENWRITING COMPETITION

Los Angeles, CA – The 3rd annual Write of Passage Screenwriting Competition is open for entries, as announced today by John David Ware, founder of the 168 Film Project. Write of Passage is a mentored screenwriting competition, designed to encourage new writers to enter the world of film.

The entry deadline is Oct. 10th. Writing week is October 17th-24th. Screenplay submissions are up to 12 pages in length and based on a foundational scripture with the theme: “Promises, Promises.”

Writers who wish to enter must complete the registration and submit the entry fee of $45 (max).

Top scripts compete for awards and $1,000 cash (which all goes to the writer). Selected scripts are eligible to be filmed as a part of the 10th annual 168 Film Project filmmaking competition. Write of Passage films will screen and compete at the 168 Film Festival in March 29-31, 2012.

The Write of Passage prize package includes a private meeting with Producer Ralph Winter (“X-MEN Wolverine”). In addition, writer/producers Luke Schelhaas (“Law and Order,” Smallville”) and Brian Bird (“Not Easily Broken”) will provide professional feedback to the top three writers.

Write of Passage applies a team approach to screenwriting. Entrants may sign-up as a Writer or apply as a Development Executive (DE). DE’s give feedback to writers on their team and submit the best entries to the finals in L.A. DE’s receive executive producer credit on completed films.

Development Executives must apply for the position by requesting a written application at writeofpassage@168project.com. DE’s pay no fee, but they may not enter the contest as a writer. Winners are announced in November 2011. Both finalist writers and DE’s get tickets to the 168 Film Festival.

“Pairing a writing contest with a production contest is a dream come true for writers,” noted Ware. “Real-world interaction between writers and producers definitely raises the bar. The Write of Passage films we’ve seen have been tremendous.”

“We want positive portrayals of realistic characters in redemptive, thought-provoking stories that honor God,” Ware said.

Writers and producers are permitted to participate in both Write of Passage and the 168 Film Project, a creative outlet for more than 500 faith-based short films. The “168” concept allows for fast-paced art creation using “a Theme, a Verse and a Week.”

For questions visit http://www.168project.com or email writeofpassage@168project.com. Write of Passage FAQ: http://www.168project.com/news/211.cfm To read finalist scripts: http://168project.com/FILEarea.cfm?myparent=31

Fairfield University announces “The Irish in Film” series for October

By NANCY HABETZ
        FAIRFIELD - “The Irish in Film,” the free movie series sponsored by the Irish Studies Committee at Fairfield University, opens on Wednesday, October 5, with four diverse films.  Now in its fourth year, the series is part of Fairfield University’s “Arts & Minds” season of cultural and intellectual programs.

        The films will be shown in the Multimedia Room of the DiMenna-Nyselius Library on Wednesday evenings at 7:00 p.m. The films will be introduced by professors who teach in the Irish Studies program. Fairfield University welcomes students as well as the greater community to this free event. Light refreshments will be served.

        The 2010 documentary, “The Pipe,” opens the series on October 5. It tells the story of the people of County Mayo, Ireland, and their attempt to prevent Shell, a multinational oil company, from laying an underwater and underground pipe from a gas field off the western coast to an inland refinery in the small town of Ballinaboy. The pipe would make it possible for Shell to distribute the gas all across Ireland. Protestors sAW the Shell plan as a looming environmental disaster that will cause economic hardship to the local fishing and farming communities. Over several years of demonstrations, the protestors become increasingly desperate, while others in the community agree to accept Shell’s financial compensation.  Shell has refused to tell its side of the story and to this day the battle has not been resolved.  “The Pipe” was shown at the London Film Festival and the Toronto Film Festival. The presenter for this film is to be announced.

        On October 12, “The Eclipse” (2009), hailed at the Tribeca Film Festival and directed by Irish playwright Conor McPherson, will be shown.

Mary Tyler Moore to Present Musical Theater Award to Bernadette Peters at Westport Country Playhouse Gala September 19th

Alumni Artists to Help Celebrate Playhouse’s 80^th Birthday

By PATRICIA BLAUFUSS

Mary Tyler Moore will present Bernadette Peters with Westport Country Playhouse’s Distinguished Dedication and Service to the American Musical Theater Award at the historic theater’s annual gala on Monday evening, September 19.  Moore and Peters are friends who co-founded Broadway Barks, an annual dog and cat adoption event benefiting New York City area rescue shelters. 

 

Moore is primarily known for her groundbreaking roles on television’s “The Mary Tyler Moore Show” (1970 – 77) in which she starred as Mary Richards, a 30-something single woman who worked as a local news producer in Minneapolis , and “The Dick Van Dyke Show” (1961-66) as Laura Petrie. She also appeared in a number of films, most notably “Ordinary People” (1980), for which she was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Actress.

 

Tony Award-winning Peters has dazzled audiences and critics with her performances on stage, in television and films, on recordings and in concert throughout her illustrious career.  In addition, Peters appeared at Westport Country Playhouse early in her career in the musical, “Riverwind,” in 1966. At the 2008 Playhouse Gala, she presented a tribute to Angela Lansbury. 

 

Joining the Playhouse celebration, which also marks the legendary venue’s 80^th birthday, will be a star-studded group of alumni artists whose work has graced the Westport stage during their careers. Planning to attend the Playhouse gala, schedule permitting, are Lucie Arnaz, Joel Grey, Sheldon Harnick, Tom Jones, Jo Sullivan Loesser, Laurence Luckinbill, James Naughton, Christopher Plummer, Jane Powell, Stephen Schwartz and Joanne Woodward. 

 

Check out what's happening in downtown Bridgeport this weekend

Beginning Thursday, August 11th, a series of back-to-back events celebrate Bridgeport’s eclectic and multi-cultural range of music, dance, food and history. Downtown’s McLevy Green will be especially active with successive evening events on Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

The action begins Thursday when Downtown Thursdays presents Caravan of Thieves. Downtown Thursdays is a weekly, free outdoor concert on McLevy Green. The concert series presents new performers every week until September 1st. Hailing from Bridgeport, Caravan of Thieves is often described as a group of “gypsy swinging serenading fire breathing circus freaks." Downtown Thursdays start at 5:30 p.m.. Admission is free. Lawn chairs, picnic blankets and leashed pets are all welcome. More information available at downtownthursdays.com.

On Friday, August 12th, join Mayor Bill Finch for Motown at McLevy Green, featuring live performances by professional entertainers singing classic R&B hits by Motown Legends such as Aretha Franklin, The Temptations, Stevie Wonder, Martha Reeves, The Supremes, Gladys Knight, the Jackson 5, Marvin Gaye and more. Admission is free. The action starts at 6 p.m.

The 5^th Annual Caribbean Jerk Fest takes over McLevy Green on Saturday, August 13th. Starting at 1 p.m. and going ‘til 9 p.m, the Jerk Fest combines Caribbean fare with the rhythmic sounds of: Anthem Band, Fresh Band, Fairfield Jazz Guild, St. Luke’s Steel Band and I Anbassa. The Jerk Fest is presented by the West Indian American Association of Greater Bridgeport, and admission is free. Food and drink proceeds support the WIIAGB Scholarship Program. More information available at wiaagb.org.

Also on Saturday, and just down the street from the Jerk Fest at the Seaside Beach band shell, Days in de Park II brings entertainment, steel drums, a DJ, food and drinks, face painting, clowns and games for the whole family—Trini-Style—for your entertainment. Presented by the Trinidad and Tobago Association of Bridgeport, Days in de Park II starts at 2 p.m. and ends at 8 p.m. Admission is free. More information available at ttassocofbpt.webs.com.

On Sunday, August 14th, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Discovery Museum and Planetarium, the Bridgeport: First in Flight Festival celebrates: the 110^th anniversary of Gustave Whitehead’s flight over the Bridgeport area (2 years prior to the Wright Brothers’ historic flight), Igor Sikorsky’s helicopter, and the Frisbee Pie Company whose pie plates led to the innovation of the popular flying discs. The Festival also marks the Grand Opening of the Veterans’ Memorial Park Disc Golf Course with a disc golf tournament (pre-registration required), beginner Frisbee golf clinic, and Frisbee and pie plate throwing contests. Multi-media history presentations, hands-on flight science activities, a guided Skype tour of the Gustave Whitehead Museum and food and drink round out the Festival. The Discovery Museum and Planetarium will be open too, with its featured hands-on exhibit “From Here To There” and a special exhibit “Bridgeport: First in Flight”. More information available at discoverymuseum.org.

All weekend long, film lovers will find something unique at the newly renovated Bijou Theatre. Experience this elegantly restored theatre, you can even enjoy a cocktail with your movie. Showing this weekend:  Thursday at 5:30 p.m. Incendies, at 8 p.m. The Greatest Movie Ever Sold. Friday, at 7 p.m. Third Star, at 9:30 p.m. Conan O'Brien Can't Stop. Saturdayat 5 p.m. Mia and the Migoo, at 8 p.m. Buck. Sunday at 4 p.m. The Secret of Kells, at 7 p.m. Winter in Wartime. More information available at thebijoutheatre.com.

Keep up with everything that’s happening in downtown Bridgeport at www.InfoBridgeport.com.

Grapes of Wrath to be screened Oct. 28

The Ridgefield Playhouse will present the original award-winning film The Grapes of Wrath on Thursday, October 28, at 7:30 p.m. as a wrap up to the month long “The Big Read” in Ridgefield, town wide initiative to get kids and adults reading.  In addition to the film, the Playhouse kicked off the month long event with a concert showcasing music from Woody Guthrie and the dustbowl era. 

Black Top Film Series kicks off in New Canaan

Rubicon Seven Foundation, Inc., based in New Canaan, Conn., is pleased to announce the schedule for the Blacktop Film Series.  Come out for an evening under the stars while enjoying a diverse lineup of thought provoking films. Come early, bring your own lawn chairs, blankets, pillows, and/or picnics.  FREE and open to the public.  Time: Sunset.  Location: Bank of America parking lot, near the corner of Cherry Street and South Avenue, New Canaan.  For more information, visit BlacktopFilmSeries.com.  Weather updates will be posted on Facebook and Twitter.

 

July 2010:

Thursday, July 29: "Going Nomad" followed by a discussion with Writer, Director, and Producer Art Jones - El Cid Rivera is 33 and has never left Manhattan Island; neither have his childhood friends, whom he meets every day at the same bar around the same table. 

Bouncing between dead-end jobs, El Cid struggles to find his calling, yet fears he'll never succeed on the epic scale his mother expects.  A tale of self-discovery and the search for purpose.

 

August 2010:

Thursday, August 12: "Pin Gods" followed by a discussion with Director Larry Locke, a Westport resident - Inspired by the record breaking accomplishments of Walter Ray Williams, Jr., the reigning professional bowler of the year, three newcomers set out to chase their own dreams of pro bowling greatness. 

 

The Watermark at 3030 Park and BACIO Launch Summertime Movie Night Series

Award-winning movies featured at senior living community

July through August

By JUSTIN MAY

Bridgeport – From July 16 through August 27, the Bridgeport Area Cultural Italian Organization (BACIO) will show Italian themed movies every Friday night at dusk at The Watermark at 3030 Park. Residents of the greater Bridgeport area are invited to enjoy award-winning, family-style movies that celebrate Italian life and heritage. 

“Movie Nights on the Great Lawn” will kick off with the 1955 film Summertime featuring Katherine Hepburn and Rossano Brazzi.  Shot in Venice, Summertime tells the story of an American woman who finds love while vacationing in Italy. 

“Guests of the series will have the opportunity to spend summer evenings watching great films and learning about Italian culture,” said Stacy Carleton, Community Life Director at The Watermark at 3030 Park.  “We are thrilled to have partnered with BACIO to offer this summertime treat to our residents and neighbors.”
Other films in the series will include Roman Holiday with Gregory Peck and Audrey Hepburn; Rome Adventure with Troy Donahue, Angie Dickenson and Rossano Brazzi; It Started in Naples with Clark Gable, Sophia Loren and Vittorio DeSica; Three Coins in the Fountain with Clifton Webb, Dorothy McGuire and Jean Peters; Bread and Tulips with Licia Maglietti and Bruno Ganz; and Letters to Juliet with Amand Sigfried and Marcia DeBonis. 

“Movie Nights on the Great Lawn” is free of charge and open to the public.  Parking is available and lawn chairs or blankets are encouraged.  In the event of inclement weather, movies will be shown indoors.  For more information, please call The Watermark at 3030 Park at 203-374-5611 or visit www.bacioinfo.com.