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SUMMARY:Misquamicut Drive-In: Dirty Dancing
DESCRIPTION:Nothing beats falling in love under the stars at the Misquamicut Drive-In this summer. \nDirty Dancing is a 1987 coming-of-age story about Frances “Baby” Houseman (Jennifer Grey)\, who goes to a summer retreat with her family in the Catskills. She falls in love with a dance instructor named Johnny Castle (Patrick Swayze). Baby learns things at the resort that are different from her upstanding hometown life. \nDirty Dancing is a romance film with dramatic twists and turns\, as well as classic songs you can’t help but dance to. The movie stars Jennifer Grey and Patrick Swayze. This movie stole hearts with its steamy dance numbers\, a soundtrack full of classic songs\, and a story about finding yourself and standing up for what you love. With famous scenes like the lift and quotes that have withstood the test of time\, Dirty Dancing will always be a classic that keeps you coming back for more. \nWhether you want to share Dirty Dancing with your kiddos for the first time or laugh and cry through it with your loved ones\, it will be a summer night of romance at the drive-in! \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/misquamicut-drive-in-dirty-dancing/
LOCATION:Misquamicut Drive-In\, 316 Atlantic Avenue\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Misquamicut Drive-In
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SUMMARY:Misquamicut Drive-In: The Rocky Horror Picture Show
DESCRIPTION:Come catch one of your favorite cult classics under the stars! The Rocky Horror Picture Show is a musical comedy/horror film released in 1975. It centers around recently engaged couple Brad Majors and Janet Weiss. While driving to his hometown for their wedding\, the pair witness a car accident and stop to help. Finding themselves lost\, they turn to Dr. Frank-N-Furter for directions to the nearest inn. Only Frank has other ideas. \nSince its release\, The Rocky Horror Picture Show has become a cult classic. Audiences around the world have embraced its music\, characters\, storyline\, and embrace of uniqueness. Featuring songs by Richard O’Brien and starring Tim Curry\, Susan Sarandon\, Barry Bostwick and Meat Loaf! There really is nothing else like The Rocky Horror Picture Show out there! The science fiction mixed with comedy\, mixed with horror\, and most of all music is a combination you do not want to miss! \nWhether you consider yourself a fan of The Rocky Horror Picture Show or have never seen it\, this is a movie not to be missed! Enjoy a fun-filled night at the drive-in with this cult classic! \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/misquamicut-drive-in-the-rocky-horror-picture-show/
LOCATION:Misquamicut Drive-In\, 316 Atlantic Avenue\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Misquamicut Drive-In
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SUMMARY:Connecticut Open House at The Garde Arts Center
DESCRIPTION:Connecticut Open House at The Garde Arts Center invites visitors to explore one of southeastern Connecticut’s most iconic cultural landmarks during a day of free community programming on Saturday\, June 13. As part of Connecticut Open House Day\, the historic downtown New London theater will open its doors from noon to 5 p.m.\, offering guided tours\, hands-on activities\, film screenings\, art exhibits\, and opportunities to experience the rich history of the nearly century-old venue. \nGuests can take part in free guided tours at noon and 1 p.m.\, where they’ll learn about the Garde’s stunning Moroccan-inspired architecture\, fascinating history\, and role as one of New London’s most treasured cultural institutions since 1926. Visitors can also stop by the ECSO Instrument Zoo\, where children and adults can try instruments such as violins\, cellos\, and clarinets. Additional activities include a free screening of The Connecticut Story on the theater’s giant screen and access to the Unseen Stories photo exhibit and Radio Mitchell art installation. \nWhether you’re a history enthusiast\, architecture lover\, arts supporter\, or simply looking for a family-friendly outing\, Connecticut Open House at The Garde offers a rare opportunity to experience the theater from a new perspective. The day concludes with a special evening comedy performance featuring Mike Hanley in the Oasis Room\, offering visitors the option to cap off the festivities with a ticketed show. \nEvent Schedule\n12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. \n\nConnecticut Open House activities throughout the Garde\n\n12:00 p.m. Guided Tour \n\nExplore the Garde’s historic Moroccan-inspired architecture\n\n1:00 p.m. Guided Tour \n\nSecond opportunity to tour the theater\n\n12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. \n\nECSO Instrument Zoo\nTry violins\, cellos\, clarinets\, and other instruments\n\n12:00 p.m. \n\nFree screening of The Connecticut Story\n\n12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. \n\nUnseen Stories photo exhibit\nRadio Mitchell art installation\n\n8:00 p.m. \n\nMike Hanley Comedy Show (Paid Ticket Required)\n\nLocation\nThe Garde Arts Center\n325 State Street\nNew London\, CT \nAdmission\n\nConnecticut Open House Day activities: Free\nComedy performance: Ticket required\n\ns
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/connecticut-open-house-at-the-garde-arts-center/
LOCATION:Garde Arts Center\, 325 State Street\, New London\, CT\, 06320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Garde Arts Center
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SUMMARY:Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl
DESCRIPTION:Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl sails onto the big screen at the Misquamicut Drive-In on Friday\, June 19\, offering moviegoers the chance to experience the swashbuckling adventure from the comfort of their own vehicle. Set against the backdrop of Wuskenau Beach Pondside\, the outdoor screening combines a summer night under the stars with one of the most popular adventure films of the 21st century. \nReleased in 2003\, the film introduced audiences to the unforgettable Captain Jack Sparrow and launched one of Disney’s most successful movie franchises. Packed with pirate battles\, supernatural curses\, treasure hunts\, humor\, and memorable characters\, The Curse of the Black Pearl remains a favorite for families\, movie lovers\, and fans of action-adventure storytelling. \nThe Misquamicut Drive-In offers a nostalgic movie-going experience where guests can enjoy the film from their cars while taking in the coastal atmosphere of a summer evening. Whether you’re revisiting the movie or introducing it to a new generation\, it’s a fun way to kick off the weekend. \nEvent Details\nDate: Friday\, June 19\, 2026\nTime: 9:00 p.m.\nLocation: Wuskenau Beach Pondside\, 316 Atlantic Avenue\, Westerly\, RI \nAdmission\n$28.52 per carload \nOne ticket covers everyone in the vehicle. You can purchase a ticket online by clicking the website link at the bottom of the page.Dr \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/pirates-of-the-caribbean-the-curse-of-the-black-pearl/
LOCATION:Misquamicut Drive-In\, 316 Atlantic Avenue\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Misquamicut Drive-In
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SUMMARY:Misquamicut Drive-In: JAWS
DESCRIPTION:Misquamicut Drive-In: JAWS brings one of the most iconic summer thrillers ever made back to the big screen just steps from the shoreline at Misquamicut Drive-In. Steven Spielberg’s legendary 1975 blockbuster transformed beach season forever with its story of a quiet coastal town terrorized by a great white shark lurking just offshore. Even decades later\, the tension still works. The slow build\, the unforgettable score\, and the feeling that something might be circling beneath the water make JAWS the kind of movie that feels especially perfect to watch near the ocean on a warm summer night. \nThe Misquamicut Drive-In has become one of Rhode Island’s most nostalgic seasonal attractions\, blending old-school drive-in culture with the atmosphere of a beach town summer evening. Cars line up facing the massive outdoor screen while families\, couples\, and groups of friends settle into lawn chairs\, truck beds\, and open tailgates with snacks and blankets. On nights when the ocean breeze rolls through the area\, the experience feels less like a normal movie screening and more like a community gathering wrapped in neon lights\, salt air\, and movie quotes everyone somehow already knows by heart. \nPart of what gives the drive-in its charm is how immersive the setup becomes after dark. Guests tune their car radios to 96.3 FM\, where the movie audio is broadcast directly into vehicles\, creating an unexpectedly cinematic experience\, especially with the windows down on a cool night. Speakers near the front rows also project sound toward the screen area\, adding another layer to the atmosphere for guests sitting outside their vehicles. Between the beachside setting\, the giant screen glowing against the night sky\, and the collective reactions during JAWS’ most famous scenes\, it becomes the kind of summer memory people talk about long after the credits roll. \nRules and Suggestions:\n• Tune vehicle radios to 96.3 FM for movie audio\n• Guests sitting near the screen can also hear audio through front speaker systems\n• Lawn chairs and blankets are encouraged for guests watching outside their vehicles\n• Arrive early for better parking spots and easier entry\n• Be respectful of neighboring vehicles by keeping headlights off during the movie\n• Outside snacks may be allowed\, but guests should check event policies before arriving\n• Beach evenings can become cool after sunset\, so bringing layers is recommended \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/misquamicut-drive-in-jaws-2/
LOCATION:Misquamicut Drive-In\, 316 Atlantic Avenue\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
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