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Back to School Movie Night

By Sarah Shurge snacks starting around 6:30 p.m. at
Don’t miss out Hill Crest.
on Wayne’s annual Local business partners will host
Back to School fun activities and set up information
Movie Night. The tables from 5:00–7:00 p.m.
Minions will be For the first time, Mad Science
taking over the Detroit will join the event with an in-
lawn for a screen- teractive science discovery station
ing of Despicable for kids to explore and experiment.
Me 4 on Friday, August 22nd. “We’re shining a spotlight on sci-
The movie night location will be ence and the curiosity, creativity, and
at the Wayne Historical Museum and excitement that come with discover-
Hillcrest Bible Church (1 Towne ing how things work,” said Lisa
Square). Biddle Street will be Kubany, Wayne Downtown Develop-
blocked and closed for this event. ment Authority (DDA) Marketing and
The festivities and back pack dis- Events Director.
tribution kick off at 5:00 p.m. Fami- Despicable Me 4 will begin play-
lies are encouraged to arrive early to ing at 7:15 p.m.
get in line. While supplies last, each “There’s something magical about
child will receive a free backpack watching a movie under the stars
filled with school supplies to help while helping kids feel excited and
them start the year off right. supported for what’s ahead and cele-
There will be music and dancing brate the excitement of a new school
with DJ Lutali from The Dance Acad- year,” said Kubany. For more infor-
emy, games, prizes, and three differ- mation about Mad Science Detroit,
ent food trucks: Fun Food Express, visit detroit.madscience.org.
Emelias Guac n Roll Taco Truck, Be sure to end the summer right
and Shaved Ice. by attending the Back to School
There will be free popcorn and Movie Night!

6 · August 2025 · The Wayne Dispatch