Community Picks Series | The Grandin Theatre

	Shrek Wed 6/18 6:00 pm - Doors Open \| 7:00 pm - Showtime Admission is Free! A mean lord exiles fairytale creatures to the swamp of a grumpy ogre, who must go on a quest and rescue a princess for the lord in order to get his land back. Before the film begins, enjoy a special performance of “Morning Song” by Fiona from Shrek the Musical, coming soon to Mill Mountain Theatre! Don’t miss the full fairytale adventure live on stage, July 30–August 10. Tickets are on sale now at millmountain.org.
	My Garden of a Thousand Bees Wed 6/25 6:00 pm - Doors Open \| 7:00 pm - Showtime Admission is Free! Starring Martin Dohrn, a wildlife cameraman who spends his time during the coronavirus pandemic lockdown filming the bees in his urban garden and discovers the many diverse species and personalities that exist in this insect family.
	Freehub PRESENTS - A Mountain Biking Film Festival Tue 7/15 6:00 pm - Doors Open \| 7:00 pm - Showtime This event is presented by and is a fundraiser for Blue Ridge Off-Road Cyclists. Freehub PRESENTS is a collection of films from some of the best filmmakers and riders, as well as new up-and-comers alike, all given the proper big screen experience. The multi-stop film festival honors top and emerging filmmakers, riders, leaders, and storytellers who will shape the sport for generations to come. General Admission - $15 + tax
	Little Giants Wed 7/16 6:00 pm - Doors Open \| 7:00 pm - Showtime Admission is Free! Misfits form their own opposing team to an elite peewee football team, coached by the elite team coach's brother.
	Can't Look Away: The Case Against Social Media Tue 7/29 6:00 pm - Doors Open \| 7:00 pm - Introduction \| 7:10 pm - Film Screening \| 8:25 pm - Moderated Panel Discussion Admission is FREE! RESERVE a seat by clicking HERE. A new film, CAN’T LOOK AWAY, documents the realities of how prevalent and damaging an internet based life is for today’s youth. Exposing the dark side of social media and its devastating impact on young users, CAN’T LOOK AWAY reveals how dangerous algorithms are fueling a crisis — and why urgent reform is needed. The stakes couldn’t be higher. This free screening is presented by Grandin Theatre Foundation, Smartphone Free Childhood, Partnership for Community Wellness, and Emily Harrison Consulting. We invite all parents, educators, and stakeholders to learn more about what our children are being exposed to online and what steps we can take to protect minors from the dangerous grip of digital media.
	I Am Not Your Negro Wed 7/30 6:00 pm - Doors Open \| 7:00 pm - Opening Remarks - E.B. Smith \| 7:10 pm - I Am Not Your Negro, James Baldwin \| 8:45 pm - Panel Discussion - moderated by E.B. Smith \| 9:25 pm - Short Audience Reflection \| 9:35 pm - Closing Remarks and Call to Action Reckoning & Rebuilding: Baldwin, Resistance, and the Role of Culture General Admission: $10 + tax; Student Admission: $8 + tax Writer James Baldwin tells the story of race in modern America with his unfinished novel, Remember This House.
	E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial Wed 8/20 6:00 pm - Doors Open \| 7:00 pm - Showtime Admission is Free! A troubled child summons the courage to help a friendly alien escape from Earth and return to his home planet.