If you are a movie fan, like myself, then keeping up with the newest releases is a necessity. On the other hand, maybe you enjoy comic book heroes such as Spiderman or Batman. Or perhaps you simply enjoy reading paperback novels by J.K. Rowling. Whatever your entertainment tastes are, Farmville, Va. likely has an outlet for you.
One of the more well-known entertainment destinations in the area is Sunchase Cinema 8. This local theatre is located a few driving minutes from Longwood’s campus; right by the Sunchase apartment complex.
Although it is not owned by the Regal Entertainment Group, Cinema 8 features many familiar attributes. For fans of that theatre popcorn smell, there is, of course, a concession stand.
Like any major movie theatre, Sunchase features all of the latest releases. However, unlike the Regal theatres, Sunchase has four show times for each release. Those times range from 12:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Tickets are around $8 for students, making seeing a film at Sunchase Cinema 8 cheaper than most theatres in America. Fans of 3D can rest easy. This local theatre added 3D to their screens for the release of the hit Marvel film “The Avengers.”
Sunchase is not the only way to catch recently released films. There is also the Keysville Drive-In Theater. This outdoor venue is 30 minutes driving distance from Longwood’s campus. Unlike Sunchase, the Keysville Drive-In does not play all of the new films. Instead, this theatre shows two films at a time. It is a double-dip feature with a two for the price of one deal. Tickets are $7 for adults and $4 for children. In addition, a classic car will get the driver of said car a free ticket.
If neither of those options work, then Lancer Productions shows movies throughout the semester. If there is a film you did not catch in theatres, you can see it before it is out on DVD. These screenings are typically held in the Lankford Student Union.
However, if you are more of a comic book fan, then a new addition to the town may interest you. Dojo Comics & Games has recently opened a store in Farmville. This store has comic books as well as cards and event tournaments.
According to the company’s Facebook page, people can sign up for tournaments in card games such as Pokémon, Yu-gi-Oh! and Magic the Gathering. In addition, the company also sells T-shirts, party supplies and glow sticks. Regardless of the item – or tournament – most everything at Dojo Comics is affordable. For example, the company advertised a $3 entry fee for a Yu-gi-Oh! tournament held in July.
However, if you are more of a book person, the Longwood Barnes and Noble bookstore is located right across campus. It has, essentially, a scaled- down version of a larger Barnes and Noble store. In addition, within the store, there is a Starbucks coffee shop for you to enjoy your favorite espresso with your favorite book.
