The Putnam Rotary Club & The Town of Putnam along with WINY, have teamed up to host a new Outdoor Movies in the Park Series.

The series kicks off at sundown Aug. 29 with “Zootopia” in Rotary Park.   Showing the movie toward the end of the summer season will allow for an earlier start time and kick off ‘Back to School’ in a fun way!  The event’s main purpose is to provide a family friendly activity that is entirely free.

Leading the way in bringing this Outdoor Movies in the Park Series was Putnam’s Economic and Community Development Director Delpha Very.  “Putnam is rich and diverse in its children’s population and providing them with something fun and entertaining has always been paramount for me”, said Very, who has been trying to bring an outdoor movie series to Rotary Park for several years.  “Increased outdoor amenities, free and accessible to all, turn into not only economic boosts for the local economy, but are also proven to simply make life better for all people living and working in our community.  We have the best venue with the beautiful bandstand pavilion to showcase many offerings throughout the year.”

With a donation from the Putnam Rotary Club of $500 towards a new large screen, and with the support of the town’s Recreation Department and WINY, the Outdoor Movie Series solidified.   Very said, “Seeking out and engaging in community partnerships is the key to creating successful and long term beneficial events.  A community cannot accomplish these feats in isolation.”

The Putnam Rotary Club is a service organization that consistently gives back more than $50,000 annually to the community as well as $15,000 in scholarships to local high school seniors.  Rotary Park, named in honor of the surrounding area Rotary Clubs which helped to rebuild the Park after the flood of 1955, has hosted numerous events and festivals each year, making it a destination for both residents and visitors alike.  Added Very, “The Outdoor Movie Series will only enhance opportunities for enjoyment for community members of all ages.”  

Rotary Park is at 196 Kennedy Drive.  Moviegoers are encouraged to arrive early with their blankets and chairs.