Movies in the Park (all at Pinkerton Park from 8-10 PM; G-Rated)
This classic story based on the beloved book by E.B. White brings us the charming tale of Fern and her young pet pig Wilbur. Just as Wilbur learns of his impending fate on the chopping block, he meets a very special spider in the barn who begins to weave messages in her web such as “Some Pig,” “Radiant,” and “Terrific.” The messages make Wilbur famous and ultimately save his life in this story of friendship and loyalty.
Big Idea's VeggieTales presents the world premiere of Tomato Sawyer and Huckleberry Larry's Big River Rescue coming to stores July 15th! It's a wild adventure down the Mighty Mississippi that teaches kids helping others may not be the easiest thing to do, but it's always the right thing to do! Plus, from the creators of VeggieTales comes 3-2-1 Penguins! Get a sneak peek of an all-new episode featuring fun, faith and flightless birds!
“We’re thrilled to partner with Franklin City Parks for their Movie in the Parks series, this program so closely aligns with our desire to present and celebrate family-friendly entertainment,” said Greg Fritz, SVP of Marketing at Big Idea. “Our newest VeggieTales DVD Big River Rescue is a great summertime show that’s filled with lots of adventure, some fun new songs, and a great lesson in helping others that children and adults are sure to love.
Directed by Robert Zemeckis and based on children's author Chris Van Allsburg's modern holiday classic of the same name, The Polar Express revolves around Billy (Hayden McFarland), who longs to believe in Santa Claus but finds it quite difficult to do so, what with his family's dogged insistence that all of it, from the North Pole, to the elves, to the man himself, is all just a myth. This all changes, however, on Christmas Eve, when a mysterious train visits Billy in the middle of the night, promising to take him and a group of other lucky children to the North Pole for a visit with Santa. The train's conductor (Tom Hanks) along with the other passengers help turn Billy's crisis in faith into a journey of self-discovery.
The story of Charlie Bucket, a little boy with no money and a good heart, who dreams wistfully of being able to buy the candy that other children enjoy. Charlie enters into a magical world when he wins one of five "Golden Tickets" to visit the mysterious chocolate factory owned by the eccentric Willy Wonka and run by his capable crew of Oompa-Loompas. Once behind the gates, a cast of characters join Charlie and Grandpa Joe on a journey to discover that a kind heart is a far finer possession than a sweet tooth.
Disney's adorable talking puppies are back, and this time they venture to the frosty arctic and team up with new friends in a thrilling dogsled race across Alaska. When the going gets tough, the daring dogs have to band together with their new friends, Talon and Shasta, and muster up the courage to face the fur-raising challenges ahead. But will they have what it takes to win the race and find their way back home? Join the Buddies for more fun and more action in this all-new heartwarming film about the power of teamwork and following your dreams, featuring the all-star voice talent of Dylan Sprouse.
In the hilarious new animated-adventure, RATATOUILLE, a rat named Remy dreams of becoming a great chef despite his family’s wishes and the obvious problem of being a rat in a decidedly rodent-phobic profession. When fate places Remy in the city of Paris, he finds himself ideally situated beneath a restaurant made famous by his
culinary hero, Auguste Gusteau. Despite the apparent dangers of being an unwanted visitor in the kitchen at one of Paris’ most exclusive restaurants, Remy forms an unlikely partnership with Linguini, the garbage boy, who inadvertently discovers Remy’s amazing talents. They strike a deal, ultimately setting into motion a hilarious and exciting chain of extraordinary events that turns the culinary world of Paris upside down.
Remy finds himself torn between following his dreams or returning forever to his previous existence as a rat. He learns the truth about friendship, family and having no choice but to be who he really is, a rat who wants to be a chef.
Concerts in the Park
- Randy Moore & The Fabulous Suedes; Pinkerton Park
Randy Moore & The Fabulous Suedes have opened shows for Hank Jr., Bruce Springsteen, Bon Jovi, Vince Gill, and Amy Grant. Their ‘wreck neck blues” style of music fuses, rockabilly, blue-eyed soul, and delta blues. Their song list is extensive, covering the expanse from rock to r &b, Rockabilly to soul, blues to kicking country, “ feelin’ good music for good feelin’ times.”
Randy Moore & The Fabulous Suedes, now in their seventh year of touring are… Bob Mummert on drums who’s a-list playing has landed on recordings by Roy Orbison, Dwight Yokam and Radney Foster; Joseph Anderson who commands the keys cut his teeth down on Beale Street in Memphis before touring with Albert King and the Bill Black Combo; And Eddie Bedford on the bass who’s been featured on Music City Tonight with and also toured with Alabama . ‘Randy Moore and the Fabulous Suedes have that Southern Blues sounding thing in their music, you can hear Otis Redding, Commander Cody, Stevie Ray, Little Milton and Carl Perkins in there, it’s an energizing yet laid back boogie at the same time’.
Randy and the boys touring schedule is due to be sidetracked soon for a major motion picture. The screenplay was co-written by Randy and is the new bi-opic about the life and times of Moore’s good friend, the legendary Carl Perkins.Needless to say the guys are happy to have a couple of songs on the soundtrack and to be featured in some of the film’s supporting roles. Currently, Randy Moore and the Fabulous Suedes are playing somewhere every night in America and somebody’s having a good time.
- Williamson County Community Band; Aspen Grove Park
- Jessica Miller; Aspen Grove Park
From the moment Jessica Miller steps onstage, it's truly obvious that this well-grounded artist is in a class of her own. "I want to sing music that moves people," Jessica says. "My goal is to have people walk out at the end of my show with an added motivation to go home and accomplish their goals, with an energy that keeps them inspired. I want them to put my CD in and feel that same feeling they would get from the live show."
Whether it's a "feel good" love song or a deep, passion-filled ballad, Jessica captures the energy and takes ownership of each song. Her unique intensity is carefully breathed into every word, fueled by a fire from deep within.
Park Locations
Lisa Clayton 
Charlotte's Web 
The Polar Express 
Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory (original)
Snow Buddies