Leadership Warren hosts movie night

By Margaret Hobbs / Staff Reporter for the Southern Standard

Bonnie Bear as the cowardly lion and Mini Standard editor Margaret Hobbs stroll out of the Emerald City down the yellow brick road of McMinnville. (Seth Wright photo )

Numerous “Wizard of Oz” characters gathered in downtown McMinnville for the viewing of the classic film starring Judy Garland. Several Dorothys, scarecrows, witches — both good and bad, tin man, munchkins and even a flying monkey enjoyed Leadership Warren’s Back-to-School Movie Night.

Movie-goers satisfied their hunger with funnel cakes, hamburgers, pizza and popcorn offered by area clubs and organizations. Many took advantage of the opportunity to dress as their favorite movie character and participate in the costume contest.

Costume contest winners were: Livia Walker, Alex Bell, Kyler Walker, Connie Bell, Lindsey Clayton and Amanda King.

Both the character contest and the coloring contest were won by third-grade student Jeanann Scott. Lucky attendees receiving door prizes were Phyllis Judkins, phone card; Larry Boyd, an umbrella; and Ashley Judkins, winning an American Eagle silver dollar.

“We had a successful movie night even though there were some conflicts with other activities going on,” said Tish Hillis, Leadership Warren member, “but we had a great time. We might have to change the dates next year to accommodate everyone. We had a lot of support from the community and appreciate them so very much.”

The Leadership Warren class enjoys presenting the movie night as a way to give something back to the community and to promote family time.