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SUNSET ON THE SQUARE PRESENTS NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS AND CHARITY NIGHT - August 16, 2013


Sunset on the Square (SOTS), Friday night FREE family movies on the Town Square in the City of St. George is a huge success with more than 2000 attendees per event.  The event is hosted by Write It Up! and the City of St. George.  Friday, August 16th, will be a make-up date for the Charity Night that was previously rained out on July 26, 2013.

This year there are many great movies and special events scheduled.  “Charity Night is one of my favorite events associated with Sunset on the Square.  Tonight we have a lot of extras planned with balloon animals, fake tattoos, lots of games at the vendor booths, more prizes than ever before and many wonderful organizations to learn more about.  We hope everyone comes out to show their support and appreciation for works of all charitable organizations.” explained Dawn McLain, the Event Coordinator. 
Charitable Organizations Attending Include:
Utah Public Radio - Charity of the Night
Utah Foster Care
Citizen's for Dixie
Tuacahn
TURN
Erin Kimball Foundation
Dixie State University
Southwest Applied Technology College
Stevens Henagar College
Utah Business Women
American Association of University Women
Washington County Democratic Society
Desert Ridge Baptist Church
The Learning Center for Families
SUU Head Start
The Elks Club
Habitat for Humanity of Southwest Utah
Heritage Writers Guild - Author signings with VS Grenier and other HWG Members
Dealer Collision Trauma Kits

August 16th will feature the movie Nightmare Before Christmas at dusk.  The Charity of the Night is Utah Public Radio.  Proceeds from Blue Bunny and other vendors will be donated to UPR.  Prior to the movie attendees can enjoy great entertainment, AAA Water Balloon Challenge, music, dancing, lots of games, food and prizes.
The Travel Connection is providing this year’s Grand Prize, a 4 day cruise for 2 on Princess Cruise lines.  Throughout the season 3 people will quality to win each night.  The Grand Prize winner will be announced before the movie on August 23, at the close of the season event, Chamber Night.
Join us in Town Square Park, every 2nd and 4th Friday of the month starting May 24 thru Sept. 13, 2013.  This season’s remaining schedule includes:
August 16 – Nightmare Before Christmas – Nonprofit Night
August 23 – Princess Bride – St. George Chamber of Commerce Night
Sept. 13 – Ice Age:  Continental Drift

Special Events this season include:
August 16 – Charity Night – Sunset on the Square will feature local nonprofit organizations and programs.
August 23 – Chamber Night - Sunset on the Square will feature St. George Chamber Night where chamber members are encouraged to participate at a reduced rate.  

Sunset on the Square is a FREE family night out for the community with movies played on the big screen outdoors. Each event starts at 6, community members should arrive early with their blankets and chairs to get a great seat.

Sunset on the Square is sponsored by KCSG Television, Findlay Automotive, AAA Insurance, The Travel Connection, America’s First Credit Union, The Independent, Cherry Creek, The Spectrum, Family & Kids Magazine, The City of St. George, Write It Up!, and Williams Services.

For additional information about participating or sponsorship opportunities call Dawn McLain at (702) 860-2341 or e-mail dawn@writeituponline.com.

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