FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
July 18, 2025
Silver Screen Series Brings Classic Films and Community Connection to Liberty Theatre
Sponsored by Clatsop Care Center Health District
A new monthly matinee invites seniors to relive the golden age of cinema—free with RSVP
ASTORIA, Ore. — The curtain is rising on a new community tradition at the Liberty Theatre this August: the Silver Screen (and Hair!) Series, a nostalgic black-and-white film series created especially for seniors and lovers of classic cinema.
The first screening, featuring Casablanca (1942), takes place Tuesday, August 5 at 1:00 p.m. in the Liberty’s historic main auditorium. Admission is free with RSVP through Clatsop Care Center Health District or the Astoria Senior Center.
The series is a collaboration between Liberty Theatre, Clatsop Care, and the Astoria Senior Center—designed to bring people together around timeless films, shared memories, and a warm, welcoming environment. “Watching these films in this beautiful, historic theatre—surrounded by community—is an experience that touches the heart,” said a spokesperson for Clatsop Care. “It’s more than just entertainment—it’s about connection and joy.” The Silver Screen (and Hair!) Series is proudly sponsored by Clatsop Care Center Health District, and features a new film the first Tuesday of each month. Attendees will enjoy:
- Beloved black-and-white classics from the 1930s–1960s
- ADA-accessible seating and assisted listening devices
- Optional transportation for Clatsop Care residents and coordinated group visits
- Lobby resource tables featuring senior services and legacy giving opportunities
Each screening will also include a short pre-show video spotlighting Clatsop Care’s services, the Astoria Senior Center, and the Liberty Theatre’s Legacy Donors Club.
Upcoming Films:
- August 5 – Casablanca (1942)
- September 9 – Rebel Without a Cause (1955)
- October 7 – Harvey (1950)
How to Attend:
Admission is $5 or FREE with RSVP by contacting:
- Clatsop Care Center Health District: (503) 325-0313
- Astoria Senior Center: (503) 325-3231
Space is limited and RSVPs must be made at least two weeks in advance.
For more information, follow Liberty Theatre and Clatsop Care on Facebook or visit www.libertyastoria.org and www.clatsopcare.org.