Drive-In Theatre Opens for 56th Season
Every year since 1953, the official start of summer in Northern Michigan has been marked by the opening of the Cherry Bowl Drive-In Theatre in Honor. The authentic 1950’s Drive-In Theatre offers the Finest in Food, Fun and Family Entertainment with a family-friendly double feature on weekends through May, then every night between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Shows start at dusk and families come early to enjoy a round of mini-golf, play a game of volleyball or have a delicious homemade dinner.
This year’s opening movies are Monsters vs. Aliens, rated PG, and Fast and Furious, rated PG-13.
New for the 2009 Season, owners Harry and Laura Clark have expanded Cherry Bowl Gifts and Goodies, located right next door to the Drive-In. “Now we’re offering great meals next door at Cherry Bowl Charlie’s Café inside Cherry Bowl Gifts and Goodies,” said Harry. The Café offers homemade sandwich and panini meals for $6.99 that include chips, an apple or carrots, and a homemade dessert. Those desserts are favorites of Café patrons and include pies, several flavors of cheesecake, fudge, cookies and brownies. Bakery items such as breads, croissants, and muffins are available for breakfast, too. Moviegoers can take advantage of special offers on meals at the Café before the show and can browse through the wide selection of Michigan-made gift items, too. Kids can build their own stuffed animal friend at the Cherry Bear Factory. Guests can dine in the Café, which offers free WiFi service, or call ahead for convenient carryout service.
A visit to the Cherry Bowl Drive-In Theatre is always an opportunity for families to make great memories. This year’s season offers lots of fun events between May and September to make your visit even more special. Check the theatre website at www.cherrybowldrivein.com for the most up to date list of events and current movie listings. Cherry Bowl Gifts and Goodies will remain open year-round for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
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