Library’s big-screen TV to be put to use Thursday
Magness Library will be utilizing the facility’s new large-screen TV this week for a special movie to be shown Thursday, Aug. 12 at 6:30 p.m. in the library’s Carrier Room. The movie is free, with the only admission being one of the electronic receipts given out when patrons check out library materials.
The movie night is part of the many activities planned for the new equipment which was acquired through the auspices of Homeland Community Bank and an individual library supporter whose generous contribution made it possible to buy the license necessary to show movies on site.
Though licensing restrictions prohibit advertising the title of the film, the library is pleased to be able to offer a recent release from a major studio for its first event. The film is based on the inspiring true story of the 1980 United States ice hockey team and its David vs. Goliath Olympic win against the Soviet Union.
The movie chronicles the story of Herb Brooks, the charismatic and determined coach whose dream was to defeat the Soviets at their own game, which he accomplished by taking 26 undisciplined kids and turning 20 of them into a close-knit team that took down one of the powerhouses of Olympic ice hockey.
Magness Library’s Mary Robbins feels the film will inspire everyone who sees it.
“This is a very patriotic film,” said Robbins, “and the occasion will be, in a sense, a patriotic celebration of the American spirit and the upcoming Olympic games.”
The public is invited to attend. For more information, contact the Magness Library at 473-2428.