Relive another era

Break out that leather bomber jacket hiding in the coat closet. Step back into the '50s and re-live the days at Rydell High and the streets of Modesto at Dallas Motor-Vu Drive In's '50s celebration weekend September 18-20.

The retro theater hosts a double feature of "American Graffiti and "Grease" throughout the weekend starting at approximately 7:30 p.m. Fans may appreciate the 1951 Mercury from "American Graffiti" on display courtesy of Bo Hopkin's best friend Wayne Williams who owns the vehicle.

Classic movie lovers can load up to eight people into in a car for $18. For those who wish to view the cruise in, but not stay for the double feature, the event is free.

Those interested in displaying their classic or special interest car can pay $10 to enter the event. For children, the bounce house is available throughout the evening.

For more information, visit www.dallasmotorvu.com

Film series return for fall

Though technology is constantly changing the process of film making and viewing, the basics haven't change. Though the industry has moved far beyond technicolor and speaking roles, many classic films remain the most critically acclaimed. The Wednesday Evening Film Series offers another selection of such classic and silent films, offering patrons a window into the past.

Kicking off the series on September 16, The Historic Elisinore Theatre presents Ernst Lubitsch's romantic comedy "The Shop Around the Corner." which was later re-made into "You've Got Mail."

Ushering in the silent portion of the series is a double feature of "The Three Ages," and "Flying Elephants." 'Ages' (released in 1923) was Buster Keaton's first independent feature comedy. He played a romantic suitor in three different times: the Stone Age, the Roman Empire, and modern times. Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy star in the short film "Flying Elephants" as two cavemen competing to impress the same girl.

All silent films in this series are digitally restored film and have live organ accompaniment by Rick Parks.

For all film in the classic program, notes offering commentary are provided.

Tickets are $5 each and can be purchased at the Historic Elsinore Theatre, at www.elsinoretheatre.com and at all Tickets West locations.

Box office and doors open at 6:00 pm, movies begin at 7 p.m.