It looks like Amador County residents will soon be able to enjoy movies in the park on a giant outdoor projection screen. Amador County Recreation Agency, or ACRA, has partnered with Sutter Amador Hospital to acquire an outdoor inflatable projection kit.  ACRA Director Tracey Towner-Yep is excited about the giant projection TV, saying “I’ve worked on this for two years,” referring to the difficult task of getting funding. The kit is comprised of a 30 by 17 foot theatrical grade screen, mounted in an inflatable 36 by 27 foot frame, with Mackie speakers and all the bells and whistles.

The bill for the projection kit was picked up by Sutter Amador Hospital.  Jody Boetzer Public Relations Specialist for the hospital, says that part of their non-profit status is partnering with various agencies throughout the county, including ACRA. “It’s part of our mission to give back to the community” says Boetzer.  The new projection TV will be unveiled at this year’s Amador County Fair in the Wii Pavilion, and Towner-Yep hopes to start showing movies in local parks starting in September.  Movies will generally be family and children-oriented.  “We’re thinking of Pixar-type movies, and that type of thing,” says Towner-Yep.  But ACRA does want to hear from the public, as well. If you have any suggestions, please call 223-6349 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..