CPD to offer free movies in the park

The outdoor movie season has officially begun.

Three films are scheduled to show in the band shell area of the Coeur d'Alene City Park this summer, beginning Saturday with "Hotel Transylvania" at 8 p.m. or twilight. The first "Free Outdoor Movie Night" is hosted by the Coeur d'Alene Police Department, which said it is pleased to be a part of the summer experience and free family events in the City Park. A bike safety presentation by the City Bike/Pedestrian Committee will be held at 7:30 p.m.

Families are encouraged to bring blankets, chairs, picnic baskets and then sit back and enjoy the movie. The Panhandle Kiwanis will provide free popcorn for the event.

Police officers will be in attendance, meeting and greeting children.

"We are excited to host the summer movie nights in the City Park for families to enjoy together," said Police Chief Wayne Longo.

"Brave" is scheduled for July 27. Officer Tom Sparks will present a short character education lesson prior to the start of the film. The Bike/Pedestrian Committee will also do a short presentation on bike safety.

The final movie of the summer, "Glee the Concert Movie," is scheduled for Aug. 24 and is sponsored by the Kootenai County Task Force on Human Relations. KCTFHR will provide a short message on the support for diversity and human rights for all prior to the start of the movie. Teens are encouraged to come and dance and sing along with the movie.

CPD said it is looking forward to a great summer movie season.