JAWS at the Lighthouse hosted by Pontchartrain Conservancy
Round up a “shiver” of friends and come watch a nautical thriller right on lake
NEW ORLEANS — On Friday, Sept. 15 Pontchartrain Conservancy is excited to offer community members the opportunity to attend a free showing of JAWS at the New Canal Lighthouse located at 8001 Lakeshore Drive in New Orleans as part of NORD’s fall Movie in the Park series. Gates will open at 5 p.m., with the movie starting at dusk.
“When we saw JAWS on the list of movies that we could choose from, it was a no brainer,” said Kristi Trail, executive director of Pontchartrain Conservancy. “We just couldn’t resist the opportunity to invite everyone out to watch a shark thriller right next to our Lighthouse!”
Community members are invited to come out to the Lighthouse to enjoy the movie and learn more about the creatures that can be found in Lake Pontchartrain. In addition to educational resources, Pontchartrain Conservancy will be offering snack and beverage options for sale, including beer. Admission is free, but limited to the first 250 attendees.
As a reminder to parents, JAWS, a cinema classic, is rated PG. Parents are encouraged to be mindful of the violence in the film, but are welcome to bring children under their supervision.
For more information about the event, please visit https://scienceforourcoast.org
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*Editor’s Note: High-resolution photos are available here.
About Pontchartrain Conservancy: Pontchartrain Conservancy is a New Orleans-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to an environmentally sustainable, prosperous and resilient region. Our mission is to drive environmental sustainability and stewardship through scientific research, education and advocacy. Pontchartrain Conservancy consists of a board of directors representing Lake Pontchartrain Basin parishes and regulatory agencies. For more information or to get involved, visit www.scienceforourcoast.org. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram at @PontchartrainConservancy and Twitter at @OurBasin.