New Theater in Ft. Oglethorpe

With great fanfare, the new Carmike Cinema on Battlefield Parkway had a VIP, Invitation Only event last night.

Btw, judging by the size and diversity of the crowd, I think their invitation list consisted of A thru Z in the phone book...

Anyway, Ft. O's Fire Dept Finest were out in force adding to the show. Some Civil War-garbed individuals, along with artillery, were on hand to add the historical context.

I'm pretty sure Goetz Catering did the food (I saw one of their vans outside), and as usual, did it well -- especially for the amount and variety of food presented.

The theater itself is a nice structure. I think there were ten screens, all "new style" with stadium seating, bucket seats with armrests and cup holders. Very posh, indeed!

Many on hand were expecting... nay, hoping!... that Star Wars would be screen for the group. Alas, that didn't happen.

This was certainly the social event of the season! It was a lively crowd in a comfortable and casual atmosphere.

Our hosts at Carmike Cinema have done themselves proud! And, as an avid moviegoer, I'm very pleased to have them in our community!

CB