Early Release Matinees at the Studio Cinema Next Week

March is just about here and for most parents of elementary school students in Belmont, the new month means two things: muddy shoes after recess play and the dreaded early release Wednesdays.

For three consecutive weeks, March 7, 14 and 21, elementary schools will be releasing before noon – the Wellington, Burbank and Butler at 11:40 a.m. and the Winn Brook at 11:50 a.m.

And parents are now faced with the prospect of finding something to do with this collection of easily bored little ones.

So how about a free movie played on the big screen?

For the second year running, in coordination with the Burbank PTA, Butler PTA, Winn Brook PTA and Wellington PTO, is sponsoring free movie matinees at the at 376 Trapelo Rd. for families to enjoy during this month’s three early release school days.

The free movie series kicks off Wednesday, March 7 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. with the Academy-Award nominated animated comedy hit, "Puss in Boots." Screenings will take place on three consecutive Wednesdays in March at 1 p.m..

In addition to free admission, Belmont Savings will offer attendees vouchers for complimentary large popcorn, as well as a chance to enter a drawing to win a Family Free Movie Package, which includes free movie tickets to the Belmont Studio Cinema. 

“Many of our customers are parents of young children who are always in search of appropriate children’s entertainment, particularly on these early release Wednesdays,” said Bob Mahoney, President and CEO of Belmont Savings Bank.

“Our Wednesday Matinees in March are becoming a tradition for the children and parents in our community, and we are thrilled to be partnering with the Belmont Studio Cinema on these fun and innovative movie events.”

All children attending the free Wednesday Movie Matinees must be accompanied by an adult.

In addition, Belmont Savings will be raffling off an iPad2 for parents who enter the Bank’s Facebook contest. To qualify, parents need to “Like” the Belmont Savings Facebook Page and comment on the poster of the film they saw at the matinee screening.

Movie screenings, which run from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., will feature the following family-friendly films:

    •    March 7: "Puss in Boots"
    •    March 14: "Treasure Buddies"
    •    March 21: "Dolphin Tale"

During each movie, 200 passbooks with a $50 free initial deposit will be handed out to parents in the cinema lobby, along with information about Belmont Education Rewards Checking, a “best-in-market” checking account that also supports a special textbook fund for Belmont’s public school system.

For additional information on Belmont Savings Bank’s Free Wednesday Movie Matinees and their iPad2 raffle, please visit the Bank’s Facebook fan page .

Belmont Savings Bank is a $680 million, full-service community bank dedicated to quality, convenience, and personalized service.