Movies Under the Moon begins Aug. 7

Movies Under the Moon, a series of free movies shown outdoors on a portable movie screen at Lake Tye Park, this year begins Friday, Aug. 7. Movies begin at dusk, but come early for pre-show activities for kids. Activities begin at 8 p.m. Candy, popcorn and other snacks and drinks are available at the concession stand, or pack a picnic basket. Bring blankets or folding chairs and join other community members for a fun, budget-friendly evening under the moon.

The annual series is sponsored by Monroe Parks and Recreation,the -áMonroe Arts Council, the Monroe Family YMCA, the Monroe Concert Band and Republic Services.-á

The schedule of movies this year includes:-á

Friday, Aug. 7: Big Hero 6

An action-packed comedy-adventure about robotics prodigy Hiro Hamada, who learns to harness his genius thanks to his brilliant brother Tadashi and their like-minded friends; adrenaline junkie Go Go Tamago, neatnik Wasabi, chemistry whiz Honey Lemon and fanboy Fred. When a devastating turn of events catapults them into the midst of a dangerous plot unfolding in the streets of San Fransokyo, Hiro turns to his closest companion, a robot named Baymax, and transforms the group into a band of high-tech heroes determined to solve the mystery.

Rated PG; 108 minutes; 2014.

Friday, Aug. 14: Maleficent

Maleficent transforms from virtuous to villainous after humans pillage her serene forest kingdom. She curses the infant daughter of the family who invaded her home, but later discovers that the child possesses the power to restore peace to the land.

Rated -áPG; 97 minutes; 2014

Friday, Aug. 21: Guardians of the Galaxy

A group of interstellar outlaws team up to save the galaxy from a villain who seeks ultimate power in this comic book space adventure from Marvel Studios.

Rated PG-13; 121 minutes; 2014

Friday, Aug. 28: Hunger Games: Mockingjay

The Hunger Games saga continues in this sequel that finds Katniss Everdeen (Jennifer Lawrence) faced with a decision that could sway the fate of a nation. In the wake of the Quarter Quell, the Hunger Games have been changed forever, and Katniss ends up in District 13. Her courage having inspired a nation, the brave young heroine heeds the advice of her friends, and sets out to save Peeta (Josh Hutcherson). Meanwhile, Katniss' fragile alliance with President Coin (Julianne Moore) could lead to disaster.

Rated PG-13; 123 minutes; 2014