Jack London Square Features “Toy Story” Starring Skyline High School’s Tom Hanks

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Oakland (Special to ZennieReport.com) – Jack London Square is inviting the public to come to the Oakland waterfront this summer and enjoy more, free, outdoor screenings of Hollywood classics, suitable for the whole family. 

The movie series is a celebration of summer and community, all while showcasing what Jack London Square has to offer. 

“Waterfront Flicks is a community favorite at Jack London Square,” said Port of Oakland Chief Real Estate Officer Jonathan Veach. “It’s hard to beat a free outdoor movie on the waterfront with some take out from one of your favorite Jack London Square restaurants. The Port truly takes pride in hosting community-centered placemaking events like Waterfront Flicks.” 

The first open-air screenings started June 22, and then the following two Saturdays, June 29, and July 6. Movie-goers can bring blankets, chairs, and even snacks or take-out from Jack London Square eateries and settle in for movie night fun along with friends, family and community. The first movie kicked off the series June 15 and featured Shrek. The next movies are: 

  • Toy Story (G), June 22 
  • Beetlejuice (PG), June 29 
  • Honey, I Shrunk the Kids (PG), July 6 

When:   Saturday evenings (6/22 – 7/6) at dusk/8:30 p.m. 

Where:  The Marina Lawn near Heinold’s First and Last Chance Saloon 

There is something for everyone. Delight in the story of a cowboy doll named Woody, whose ego is threatened by the new space toy, Buzz Lightyear, who thinks he is a real astronaut (Toy Story).

Enjoy the antics of a deceased couple who are harassed by an obnoxious family that moves into their house, until they hire an evil spirit to drive them out (Beetlejuice).

Or sit on the edge of your seats when a scientist father accidentally shrinks his teenage kids as well as the neighbors’ kids, and witness their odyssey through their backyard, where everything is larger than life (Honey, I Shrunk the Kids). 

The free outdoor event is open to the public and seat reservations are not required. 

Jack London Square Should Show Toy Story One More Time Since Tom Hanks Is From Skyline High Oakland

The Port of Oakland and Jack London Square really should show “Toy Story” one more time. Why? Because its star, Tom Hanks, is from Skyline High School Class of 1974. The Port of Oakland press release mentioned nothing about Mr. Hanks. We have to take time to identify our Oakland “leading lights” every chance we can get.

Jack London Square Should Run “Toy Story” One More Time Since Tom Hanks Is From Skyline High Oakland

About the Port of Oakland

The Port of Oakland generates vital economic activity, community benefits, and environmental innovation as it decarbonizes its operations for a cleaner and greener future. Along with its partners, the Port supports more than 98,000 regional jobs and $174 billion in annual economic activity. The Port oversees San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport, the Oakland Seaport, and nearly 20 miles of waterfront, including Jack London Square and a publicly owned utility. The Port of Oakland is Everyone’s Port! Connect with the Port of Oakland and San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport through Facebook and Twitter or with the Port on LinkedIn, YouTube, and at www.portofoakland.com

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