Possible thunderstorms lead to cancellation of Movies Under the Stars event

FLINT, MI – A series of rain and thunderstorms forecast for Friday night has led organizers to cancel the first Movies Under the Stars event of 2024 in Flint.

“Communities First, Inc. is postponing its Movies Under the Stars event tonight, July 5, due to weather conditions,” said a press release issued Friday afternoon by the nonprofit organization that organizes the event.

“Events are typically held outdoors at Flint City Hall, but forecasts of rain and thunderstorms require the event to be canceled tonight and rescheduled,” the press release said.

A new date for Friday’s cancelled event is expected to be announced soon.

Separate tornado warnings were issued by the National Weather Service Friday afternoon in Huron and Clare counties, but no tornadoes have been confirmed in either area.

Related: Severe Weather Update: Radar Forecast Shows Who Will Be Hit by Storms This Afternoon

Communities First Inc. hosts Movies Under the Stars each summer, featuring family-friendly movies screened outdoors as well as pre-movie parties with games, food and prizes.

Movies Under the Stars provides a healthy, safe and fun program for families that also fosters community.

This event connects families to community resources, promotes health and wellness, supports family literacy, and provides exposure to STEM, arts and culture and more.

Also: Movies Under the Stars Festival Kicks Off Friday in Flint with Disney’s ‘Wish’

The shows are free to the public and take place on the back lawn of Flint City Hall, located at 1101 Saginaw St.

Each pre-party starts at 7:30 p.m. and movies begin at dusk.

Here’s a sneak peek at the upcoming films that will be screened:

July 26:”Ninja Turtles, Mutant Chaos”

August 23:”Trolls unite”

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