Age Group:
Teens (Grades 7-12)Program Description
Event Details
Philadelphia police detective Virgil Tibbs (Sidney Poitier) is arrested on suspicion of murder by Bill Gillespie (Rod Steiger), the racist police chief of tiny Sparta, Mississippi. Sidney Poitier and Rod Steiger (who won a Best Actor Oscar® for his performance) shine in this classic mystery-thriller that took home five Academy Awards®, including Best Picture and Best Adapted Screenplay.
Free popcorn and soda will be served. Bring a blanket, bring a pillow, bring a friend!
Rated: TV-14
This movie is suitable for ages 14 and up but this event is for teens only.
Ages 14-17 are welcome.
Disclaimer(s)
Accommodations
If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.
Food and/or Drinks
Food and/or drinks will be served at this program or event. Please contact the Library with any questions or concerns you have.
While we do not serve snacks containing nuts at any youth classes, we cannot always ensure there is no cross-contamination in processing. If you are concerned, please ask to see the packaging at the event.
Unaccompanied Child Parental Permission Form
Any children between the ages of 10 and 16 who will be attending this program without an adult present in the library must have a copy of the Unaccompanied Child Parental Permission Form on file. This form only needs to be filled once per school year.
Supplies
All supplies provided.
Register Each Teen
Please register each teen who will be attending the program.