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Milwaukee, Wisconsin: Space Movie Captivates Kids on Inflatable Screen

By on April 6, 2010 in Outdoor Movie Events

They’re two of Earth’s ancient elements: air and water. Now they form the background for an entire “spring break” week of exhibits and demonstrations at Discovery World, 500 N. Harbor Drive.

First, grab a fistful of sky. A “mini-IMAX” inflatable dome will be set up in Discovery World’s Pilot House to screen a film on our solar system.

Then sit in the cockpit of a World War II airplane or check out a jet engine from the Area Technical College’s aviation school. Take a dream flight in a flight simulator.

After that, switch to water. Find out just what it takes to manage Discovery World’s 180,000-gallon aquarium. Or watch the U.S. Coast Guard’s Air & Water Rescue Team or the Milwaukee Fire Department’s fireboat, Trident, in action from 10 a.m. to closing daily.

You can take a short tour of the harbor aboard the Voyageur for an extra charge of $9 for adults and $5 for kids 12 and younger.

Jackie Loohauis-Bennett

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Madison, Wisconsin: The University of Wisconsin Hosts a Free Family-Friendly Outdoor Film Screening

By on August 20, 2009 in Outdoor Movie Events
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Earlier this month the University of Wisconsin-Madison hosted a free family-friendly outdoor film screening of Monsters Vs. Aliens. Called “Films in the Field”, the movie was shown on a giant inflatable screen on the West Campus Recreational Fields. It was a unique opportunity to enjoy a movie under the stars while watching the blockbuster hit about a ragtag group of hilarious and fun monsters that save the day (and the world!) from a scheming alien. To attract such a large crowd, there were also pre-show activities such as face-painting, crafts, balloon animals and more. Concessions were available for sale with hot dogs, hamburgers, ice cream, pizza, and popcorn. Movie-goers brought blankets and chairs in order to enjoy the movie in comfort. It was a really fun outdoor cinema event and a great chance to get out with the rest of the Madison community.

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Fond du Lac, Wisconsin: Fond du Lac Parks and Recreation Hosts Drive-In Outdoor Movie Night

By on August 19, 2009 in Drive-in Movie Theaters, Outdoor Movie Events

Drive-In Outdoor Movies in Fond du Lac, WisconsinLast Thursday, the Parks and Recreation department had a “Back to School” welcoming celebration. In the parking lot of the high school, they hosted an old-fashioned drive-in, this time with a portable inflatable movie screen. Event organizers really wanted to create a unique and nostalgic outdoor cinema experience that the whole family could enjoy to bring in the new school year. They even set up a concessions stand with hot dogs, popcorn, nachos, candy, slushies and sodas. The movie shown was the blockbuster hit Hotel for Dogs. The turnout was very good for this family-friendly event, and event organizers hope that students are excited for the new school year. We know the parents are.

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