Arts, Dining & Entertainment

Film fest features a silent classic

Saturday, Feb. 23, 3 p.m.—WOODSTOCK— Arguably Charlie Chaplin’s greatest film, “ City Lights ” will play on Saturday, Feb. 23, at 3 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. in HD projection and surround sound, with complimentary refreshments. Advance ticket purchase is strongly recommended.

The film follows the misadventures of Chaplin’s Tramp, as he falls in love with a blind girl and develops a turbulent friendship with an alcoholic millionaire. From the boxing ring to the millionaire’s mansion and back to the street, Chaplin unfolds his comic magic to delight of audiences of all ages.

Tickets prices are $11 for adults; $6 for children under 16; and discounted for members. For a complete list of screenings and to purchase tickets, visit billingsfarm.org/filmfest or call 802-457-5303.

Billings Farm & Museum is located one-half mile north of the Woodstock village green on Vermont Route 12.

For more information, visit billingsfarm.org.

Photo courtesy charliechaplin.com

Charlie Chaplin and Virginia Cherrill in “ City Lights .”

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