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Coolidge sets up the big screen for annual Movies in the Park

Stuart, Kevin and Bob will try to save their kind from annihilation in the film being shown Saturday, July 9, to kick off Movies at the Park, a First Things First summer tradition held Saturdays in July at Coolidge Park.
Stuart, Kevin and Bob will try to save their kind from annihilation in the film being shown Saturday, July 9, to kick off Movies at the Park, a First Things First summer tradition held Saturdays in July at Coolidge Park. Stuart, Kevin and Bob will try to save their kind from annihilation in the film being shown Saturday, July 9, to kick off Movies at the Park, a First Things First summer tradition held Saturdays in July at Coolidge Park.

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If you go

* What: Movies in the Park.* When: 9 p.m. July 9, 16, 23 and 30.* Where: Coolidge Park, 150 River St.* Admission: Free.* Phone: 423-267-5383.* Website: firstthings.org.

Coolidge Park will become a sea of camp chairs, blankets, picnic baskets and people the next four Saturdays as first Things First returns with its annual Movies in the Park – a chance for families to watch recent box-office favorites while relaxing under the stars.

Included in this year’s lineup is the December 2015 film from director J.J. Abrams that has become the top-grossing film of all time.

“Movies in the Park is one of our favorite events,” says Julie Baumgardner, president and CEO of First Things First, a family advocacy organization. “We encourage families to join us and enjoy some quality time together. Memories are sure to be made.”

The free movie will begin each week at sundown, just after 9 p.m. Concessions will be available for purchase on-site. Children under 18 must be accompanied by a parent at all times in Coolidge Park.