June library movies have Arkansas ties
The June Movie Event will be presented at the Garland County Library, 1427 Malvern Ave
Admission and popcorn are free and everyone can bring refreshments as new releases and classics are screened in the Gordonelle Williams Hall Auditorium.
The library will honor all guidelines put forth by the MPAA regarding movie ratings. Therefore, no one under 17 will be allowed to view Rrated movies without an adult. Identification will be required. The movie schedule is subject to change.
The movie schedule accompanies “Great Arkansas Read” summer reading program and all films are related to Arkansas in some way. • June 9 10 a. m. – Arkansas Documentary Day – Emmy Awardwinning filmmaker Larry Foley presents a selection of documentaries, including “Sacred Spaces: The Architecture of Fay Jones,” “Sanatorium Hill,” “The Buffalo Flows,” “Bridge to War Eagle,” “Charles Banks Wilson: Portrait of an American Artist,” and previews of new work. • June 12 3 p. m. – “White Lightning,” 1973, Burt Reynolds is a moonshine runner, recently released from prison, who seeks revenge on the crooked sheriff responsible for the death of his brother. Set in fictional Bogan County, Arkansas, it was shot in several locations throughout the central part of the state and includes recognizable landmarks in Benton. Rated PG for adult content. • June 13 Noon – “Disfarmer: Portraits from a Lifetime,” an exhibition of vintage prints that explores the life and work of Heber Springs photographer Mike Disfarmer, 1884- 1959. This intimate exhibition chronicles the full spectrum of his career, featuring studio portraits from three studio periods: Penrose and Meyer, The Meyer Studio, and the Disfarmer Studio. • June 23 11 a. m. – “Paradise Lost,” 1996, a horrific triple child murder leads to an indictment and trial of three nonconformist boys based on questionable evidence. The film will be followed by a presentation by Mara Leveritt, author of “Devil’s Knot: The True Story of the West Memphis Three.”
Call 623- 4161 or 922- 4483 for information.
Mid- America Science Museum – 500 Mid- America Blvd., 767- 3461; Summer hours 9: 30 a. m.- 6 p. m. daily, Memorial Day through Labor Day. Winter hours 10 a. m.- 5 p. m. TuesdaySunday.
Mountain Valley Spring Co. – 150 Central Ave. Historical and informative exhibits. 9 a. m.- 5 p. m. Monday- Friday; 10 a. m.- 4 p. m. Saturday and Sunday
National Park Visitor Center – Located at Fordyce Bath House, 369 Central Ave. Visitor center hours 9 a. m.- 5 p. m. daily. Call 620- 6715.
Alibi’s Private Club – 1218 Airport Road, formerly Cozy’s, Tuesday Ladies Night, Wednesday draft special, Thursday and Friday Karaoke, and Saturday bands.
American Legion, Warren Townsend Post 13 – 3237 Albert Pike, 767- 1346, The 40/ 8 Lounge is open at 1 p. m. daily for members and guests.
Angel’s in the Park – 211 Fountain St. in the Park Hotel, 609- 0767. Open 5- 9 p. m. Monday- Thursday and 5- 10 p. m. Friday and Saturday. Outside dining promenade. Full bar and cocktail lounge with two flat screen TVs.
Arlington Resort Hotel & Spa – 239 Central Ave. and Fountain St., 623- 7771.
Back Porch Grill – 4810 Central Ave., 525- 0885. Open 4 p. m. Monday- Saturday.
Belle Arti Ristorante – 719 Central Ave. Chef Joseph Gargano invites everyone to experience a new menu featuring lunch and dinner specials. Private rooms available; Open daily; 624- 7474.
The Big Chill – 910 Higdon Ferry Road – 624- 5185. Live acoustic music nightly. Pool, darts and sports on TV. Texas Hold ‘ em tournament Tuesdays.
Boondocks Pool Hall – 1331 Airport Road, Suite G; 881- 4856; full bar, 14 pool tables, dart lanes, Monday– Thursday 1 p. m. to midnight; Friday and