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Sunday, June 17, 2012
Twentieth Century Fox
A bit of swordplay on the Cliffs of Insanity.
‘Hello. My name is Inigo Montoya. You killed my father. Prepare to die.”
That quote is from one of the greatest movies ever, “The Princess Bride,” which will be shown Wednesday at Cinebarre, 963 Houston Northcutt Blvd., Mount Pleasant. The viewing is part of the Outdoor Summer Film Fest.
Held every Wednesday through Aug. 8, this free series features food, music and fun. Festivities begin at 6 p.m. and movies roll at dark.
Whether you’ve heard the lines “As you wish” and “Inconceivable” uttered dozens of times (guilty!) or have never seen Wesley battle the ROUSes in the Fire Swamp, this is one you don’t want to miss.
For more info, check out cinebarre.com.
Starlight Cinemas
“It’s time to play the music. It’s time to light the lights. It’s time to meet the Muppets on the Muppet Show tonight.”
Another Wednesday means another night of Starlight Cinemas at Freshfields Village, and this week they’re showing “The Muppets.”
The fun begins at 7:30 p.m. with silhouette artist, songwriter and storyteller Clay Rice performing his “Lowcountry Legends Show.” The movie begins at 8:30 p.m., so don’t forget your blanket or chair. This event is free.
Freshfields Village is on Johns Island between Kiawah and Seabrook islands. Go to www.FreshfieldsVillage.com.
Party at the Point
Charleston’s premier happy hour concert series continues Friday at the Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina at Patriots Point.
With $2 draft (until it runs out) and drink specials from Cuervo and Captain Morgan on the menu, get your weekend started the right way from 5:30-9:30 p.m. Music this week will be provided by Simplified and Plane Jane, so you’re sure to have a rockin’ time. Tickets are $5-$7.
Check out www.Charleston PartyAtThePoint.com.
Music on the Green
Gather your friends and family and kick up your heels at this outdoor concert series.
Held at Freshfields Village, this event will feature music by Congdon & Company. Playing a little something for everyone, Congdon & Company performs rock ’n’ roll, easy-listening jazz, beach music, disco hits, R&B and Top 40 hits.
Held 6-9 p.m. Friday, this free event will have food and drinks available for purchase. Guests are encouraged to bring a blanket or beach chairs.
For details, go to www. FreshfieldsVillage.com.
