Image From RIOC According to the Roosevelt Island Operating Corp ( RIOC ):
It’s that time again! Saturday, June 29th is the start of the Outdoor Summer Movie Series, which will begin with the blockbuster hit The Hunger Games ! Make your way down to Southpoint Park at 7 PM for a FREE night of music and movie trivia. A variety of food and drinks, along with buttery popcorn and tasty cotton candy will be available for purchase. Come out early, claim your spot and enjoy the movie with family and friends.
** Rain Date: July 6th**
This event is sponsored by the Roosevelt Island Operating Corporation
Sincerely,
Roosevelt Island Operating Corp Advisories Group
Here’s the trailer for The Hunger Games.
RIOC President Charlene Indelicato adds:
A beloved Roosevelt Island tradition, RIOCs Summer Outdoor Movie Series, is back for a fabulous fifth season starting with the 2012 blockbuster The Hunger Games on Saturday, June 29 (rain date: July 6). This year we are screening a wide range of flicks that were voted on by residents, including The Breakfast Club (July 12, rain date: July 20), Pitch Perfect (July 13, rain date: July 21), Brave (July 27, rain date: August 3), Rocky (August 10, rain date: August 17), and Inception (August 24, rain date: August 31). In the event of inclement weather, we will announce postponements via RIOC advisories email subscribe@rioc.ny.gov to sign up and on our Facebook and Twitter pages.
The movies start at 8:45 pm at Southpoint Park, but residents and visitors are encouraged to come at 6:00 pm for music, movie trivia, and refreshments that will be on sale. The park is ADA accessible and the Red Bus will stop at the nearby bus stop every 15 minutes. As always, admission is free, so bring a blanket or a chair and enjoy the show!
Southpoint Park is a great place to watch outdoor movies with beautiful views
Image From Jordan Riley of the East River waterfront skyline. Pass the popcorn please.
