Please join us for a very special screening of “Purple Rain”, starring one of the most legendary icons of our time. To celebrate Prince’s life, music, and influence, we invite you to don some lace and ruffles and sing along to one of the greatest cult classics ever made!

Prince stars as the Kid, a Minneapolis musician on the rise trying to escape a tumultuous home life through music. While trying to avoid making the same mistakes as his father, the Kid navigates the club scene and a rocky relationship with the captivating singer, Apollonia. But another musician, Morris, is looking to steal the Kid’s spotlight — and his girl. Rated R – Restricted

This movie is part of the Library’s African American film series celebrating black actors, directors and films depicting the African American experience.

http://www.spl.org/audiences/all-ages/movies/african-american-film-series

Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome. Registration is not required.

Space is limited at library events. Please come early to make sure you get a seat. Due to the fire code, we can’t exceed the maximum capacity for our rooms.