If you're like some of us-- and I'm talking about some of us who have been around the Sandbar longer than, say, some of our more recently-hired staff members-- you have fond memories of drive-in movie theaters from when you were a kid.
Did you know that they're in danger of disappearing? Since the film industry has gone digital, many theaters can't afford the $80,000 price tag that the digital upgrade costs.
Honda, the car company, has stepped in to help-- they're going to donate five projectors and the public vote decides which drive in gets them.
Our local Jack Ellena Honda dealership is hosting an event next Friday, Sept. 13, that celebrates this event with fun for the whole family: a pop-up drive-in movie theater.
They'll host a free screening of "Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs" at 7 p.m. out at their dealership.
What does this have to do with us, and why are we talking about it? Well, we like movies...after all, our founder Peach does own a movie theater down the road in Ottawa.
And, Sandbar Subs is stepping up to help save the drive-ins. They'll be serving Sandbar Subs beach dogs, chips and cookies at the event. Dogs and cookies are $2; chips are $1. Proceeds will benefit the cause!
If you'd like to help save the Midway Drive-in in Osawatomie, you can text VOTE86 to 444999, click here to make a donation or show up at next Friday's event.
Help us spread the word, will you? Drive-in theaters are an iconic part of our history and an experience that everyone should get to enjoy as they grow up.
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