E.T. Under The Stars

Thirty years ago, the most heart-warming of extra-terrestrials landed in a young boy's backyard and captured hearts worldwide. With moments of comedy, tragedy and triumph, E.T. is perfect for humans of all ages.

E.T. is the second film in the 2012 Movies on the Rocks series, which was recently recognized as Rhode Island's Best Cheap Flick by Yankee Magazine. Rated PG, the movie is 115 minutes in length.Prior to each feature film, Power Sponsor newportFILM will screen a family-friendly short up to 10 minutes in length. Citizens Bank, another Power Sponsor, will be on hand giving out glow necklaces to each attendee! The other Power Sponsors of Movies on the Rocks are Cox, Stagecraft Sound & Lighting, and T.J. Brown, Inc. The series is also supported by Popcorn Sponsors Marriam & Al Ring, Holy Smokes, Keller Williams Realty, Newport Grand, Newport Now and Newport This Week.

Ballard Park will be open for picnicking at 6:30pm. Pressed for time? Grab a hearty burrito from Sapo Freaky Burrito or a delicious sandwich or wrap from Blue Rocks Market ! When packing the car, here are some items to remember:

• a lawn chair or blanket
• a sweatshirt or light jacket
• a flashlight (park staff will direct event goers out of the park after the movie with flashlights, but having your own will make exiting the park much easier)

The movie will be shown in Ballard Park's quarry meadow. There will be tiki torches lighting the path from the Rogers High School parking lot, where parking is available, and from the Hazard Road entrance. The film will begin at dusk, generally around 8:15pm. In the event of rain, E.T. will be shown on Thursday evening at the same time. Add Ballard Park on Facebook and Twitter for current updates.

A Look Ahead:

Tuesday, August 21: Yoga in the Park from 6 to 7:30pm

Wednesday, August 22: Movies on the Rocks: Back to the Future at dusk