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The A/V Geeks triumphantly return to Texas with shows in San Antonio, Austin and Houston. Hope to see you there and pass the word onto your Lone Star State friends…

generic-beerAlcohol is Dynamite!
Vintage 16mm films about the great social lubricant – both pros and cons. Films include –

Curious Habits of Man(1972) - A puzzling film where a Canadian party overlaps with a nature documentary.
A Case for Beer (early 1970s)
– a guide for convenience store owners on how to cash in on beer profits while looking out for under-aged customers.
Alcohol is Dynamite (1958) -
Tragedy-monger Sid Davis demonstrates to teenagers the slippery slope of alcohol and its ability to destroy lives.

and more

7pm, Sun, Aug 22nd, Alamo Drafthouse PARK NORTH, 618 NW Loop 410, San Antonio, TX 78216 Admission $9.50 Buy tickets.
7pm, Mon, Aug 23rd, Alamo Drafthouse Lake Creek, 13729 Research Blvd, Austin, Tx 78750 Admission $9.50 Buy tickets.
7pm, Tues, Aug 24th – Alamo Drafthouse South Lamar, 1120 South Lamar Blvd, Austin Tx 78704  Admission $9.50 Buy tickets
7pm, Fri, Aug 27th, Alamo Drafthouse MASON,
531 South Mason Road Katy, TX 77450  Admission $9.50 Buy tickets.

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Your Prom Date, The A/V Geek
Vintage 16mm films about the joy and melodrama that is the school dance. Films include-
As Others See Us (1953)
– The Dairy Council shows us how to behave when at a social event.
Getting Closer (1975)
- Will young Greg make it to the dance tonight or will his shyness keep him at home with his lizard?
It’s a Thought (1980)
– A junior high girl imagines what it would be like to be a popular kid at the school dance.
and more!

7pm, Thursday, Aug 26th – The Highball, 1142 South Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704 Admission $10. Buy tickets.
7pm, Saturday, Aug 28th, hosted by Aurora Picture Show at the El Dorado Ballroom, 2310 Elgin Ave $10 Non-members; $5 Aurora members. Break out the chiffon, cummerbunds and awkward teen memories for this unforgettable presentation by an Aurora favorite, A/V Geeks.  Vintage 16mm films of proms, dance and social etiquette will be shown in this historic ballroom. Prom-themed treats and punch will be served amidst decorations reminiscent of yonder years. Get your outfit ready for the photo backdrop and the special Prom King and Queen contest!

August 6, 2010
7:00 pmto9:00 pm


flash_gordonWow! Believe it or not this is one of the A/V Geeks favorite films. Drawn from a popular 1930s comic strip and movie serials, the film follows Flash Gordon and his friends who try to save the Earth from the evil ruler of the planet Mongo – Ming the Merciless! It’s uber-campy fun! It features Max Von Sydow as Ming and has a rocking soundtrack by Queen! Show up early to get a good seat and stay after to play movie trivia! FREE!

7pm, August 6th, NC Museum of Natural Sciences, 11 W. Jones St. Raleigh NC

July 30, 2010
8:00 pmto11:00 pm


pigheadAs part of the downtown Raleigh Cherry Bounce celebration, the A/V Geeks present a Beach Bounce Night tropical party for the screening of a sun’n’fun movie, Lord of the Flies(1962), and vintage, on-point educational films. This summer-y soiree is the first entertainment event ever scheduled in the outdoor courtyard at Sitti restaurant. The show is FREE, with food and drink available prior and during.

8pm, Friday July 30th, Sitti, 137 S. Wilmington St, Raleigh NC

June 19, 2010
7:30 pmto10:30 pm

Night-landing-550As part of the festivities at The Night at the Museum for Durham’s Museum of Life and Science, the A/V Geeks will be presenting a montage of science film clips from the Archive. Other festivities include an experience the fusion of fire dancers, rhythmic sounds and exotic foods. Ride the night train and more! We promise this after-hours extravaganza will be an experience you will never forget. Don’t miss it! This is an adult only event. Tickets are $50 per a person and proceeds go towards the Museum. Click here to reserve a ticket (or call 919-220-5429 x313)

7:30pm, Saturday, June 19th, Museum of Life and Science, 433 Murray Avenue, Durham, NC

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From The Archive

Attitudes and Health (1949)

June 19, 2010
7:30 pmto10:30 pm

Demonstrates how self-confidence and right attitudes are necessary to good health. Reveals how attitudes toward seemingly unrelated happenings, such as failure to get a promotion, can prevent an individual from doing his best and even cause physical illness.


From The Archive

Talking Car, The (1969)

June 19, 2010
7:30 pmto10:30 pm

Alfred Higgins Productions, 16 min This remake of a 1953 film attempts to teach youngsters to “see and be seen” before crossing the street. The kid, played by Brian Forster, starred on Partridge Family a year later.

This film is available on the Educational Archive Volume Three : Driver’s Ed DVD


From The Archive

It’s Wonderful Being A Girl

June 19, 2010
7:30 pmto10:30 pm

The
miracle of puberty but only for the young ladies. Films include: Story of
Menstruation, Personal Health for Girls, Naturally a Girl and It’s Wonderful
Being A Girl.


From The Archive

Courtroom Classroom

June 19, 2010
7:30 pmto10:30 pm

While Court TV pretends that there are moral lessons to be learned from the trials they are exploiting, the A/V Geeks present films that use mock trials to teach children about literacy, the generation gap, good gum care and more! Films include- Boy Meets Dog, Magnificent Major, Forrester Vs. Forrester, and Thunder And Lightning Case and more!

From The Archive

Bell Science! Volume 2

June 19, 2010
7:30 pmto10:30 pm

Two classic Bell Science Series Our Mr. Sun and Thread of Life that aren’t available, but are just as entertaining and inspirational as they were when they were first made.

From The Archive

Ins & Outs of Inside/Out, Volume 2

June 19, 2010
7:30 pmto10:30 pm


Episodes from the brilliant educational TV series that explored the emotional and moral dilemmas that kids faced in the mid-1970s. Films include: Can I Help?, Can Do/Can’t Do, Brothers and Sisters, Donna, Because It’s Fun and more!

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