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See ‘Titans’ at drive-in event

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criminatio­n,” said Sam Gardner, marketing and In an effort to bring tocommunic­ations director gether local leaders, footfor Florida Citrus Sports. ball fans and the Orlando “We agreed that the movcommuni­ty, Florida Citrus ie’s message of overcoming Sports will host a drive-in adversity through unity showing of “Remember was particular­ly relevant.” The Titans” Friday at The film follows the deCamping World Stadium. segregated 1971 T.C.

This outdoor movie is Williams High School free for the public, but refootball team and showserved tickets are required cases the unifying power of for entry. The film was sports. chosen to help sports fans Orange County Mayor get the feeling of Friday Jerry Demings and OrNight Lights in a safe, solando Mayor Buddy Dyer cially distanced environare scheduled to appear at ment. the event, as well as Com

“This idea was origimissi­oner Regina Hill. nally brought to us by one At the event, attendees of our board members as should remain inside their an opportunit­y to bring designated “tailgate” space our community together as and practice social distancthe nation reckonedin­g.with the impact of systemic dis- Facial coverings are encouraged when outside of vehicles, and frisbee or ball throwing are prohibited. Cooking or grilling is not allowed, but concession­s are available on-site.

For a list of more Central Florida drive-in movies, visit orlandosen­tinel.com.

If you go: “Remember The Titans” will show at a pop-up drive-in at 287 S. Tampa Avenue in Orlando. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. and the movie will begin shortly after 7 p.m. For more informatio­n and to reserve tickets, visit campingwor­ldstadium.com or universe.com.

 ?? FILE PHOTO ?? Denzel Washington, center right, as coach Herman Boone and Will Patton as assistant Bill Yoast, left, in “Remember the Titans.”
FILE PHOTO Denzel Washington, center right, as coach Herman Boone and Will Patton as assistant Bill Yoast, left, in “Remember the Titans.”

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