Summer outdoor movie series returns to King County's Marymoor Park

King County's First Tech Movies @ Marymoor Park returns for a third full summer of laughs, tears and fresh popcorn. The popular family event kicks off July 18 with the hilarious "School of Rock," starring Jack Black, and wraps up Aug. 22 with the animated kids' classic, "Monster House."

The series, presented through a partnership between King County Parks, First Tech Credit Union and Epic Events, runs every Wednesday evening at McNair Field in Marymoor Park.

Open seating begins at 7 p.m., and all movies begin at dusk. Admission is free, but a donation of $5 for individuals and $15 for families is suggested. Proceeds go to support King County Parks.

"The outdoor movie series has become an instant classic that's a big hit for families," said King County Parks Director Kevin Brown.

The series starts July 18 with "School of Rock," featuring Black's hyperactive antics as a middle school teacher's lessons on the art of rocking out. Bundle up under the stars with a loved one to watch the quintessential date movie, "The Princess Bride," July 25, or take a blast to the past with the 1985 box office smash "Back to the Future," Aug. 8.

Three Marymoor movies this summer received Oscar nominations in 2006: Will Smith's "Pursuit of Happyness," Meryl Streep's "The Devil Wears Prada," and the animated children's movie, "Monster House."

First Tech Credit Union is also bringing back the popular First Tech Movie Bingo to this year's series. Bingo cards containing movie words and phrases will be distributed at movie screenings and attendees will have the opportunity to win fun prizes.

This is also a dog-friendly event, so feel free to bring you pooch to the movies. Seating is on grass, so low-back lawn chairs or blankets are recommended. Popcorn and soda are available for purchase. Kettle corn, all beef hot dogs, treats and SUBWAY sandwiches are all available from Marymoor Park concessionaires.

First Tech Movies @ Marymoor Park 2007 schedule:
"School of Rock" (108 min, PG-13)
July 18
Sunset: 9 p.m.
Movie: 9:40 p.m.

"The Princess Bride" (98 min, PG)
July 25
Sunset: 8:52 p.m.
Movie: 9:30 p.m.

"The Devil Wears Prada" (109 min, PG-13)
Aug. 1
Sunset: 8:43 p.m.
Movie: 9:20 p.m.

"Back to the Future" (116 min, PG)
Aug. 8
Sunset: 8:33 p.m.
Movie: 9:10 p.m.

"The Pursuit of Happyness" (117 min, PG-13)
Aug. 15
Sunset: 8:21 p.m.
Movie: 9 p.m.

"Monster House" (91 min, PG)
Aug. 22
Sunset: 8:09 p.m.
Movie: 8:45 p.m.

For more information, visit http://www.metrokc.gov/parks/movies/ or call the Marymoor Park event hotline, 206-296-4999.

King County Parks - "Your Big Backyard" - offers more than 25,000 acres of parks and natural lands, including such regional treasures as Marymoor Park and Cougar Mountain Regional Wildland Park, 175 miles of regional trails, plus pools and a world-class aquatic center. By cultivating strong relationships with non-profit, corporate and community partners, King County Parks enhances park amenities while reducing costs.