Celebrate local filmmakers at The Grand's 253 Short Film Party. <http://www.grandcinema.com/253-short-film-party/> *Support local filmmakers on their big night * Each year local amateur and professional filmmakers are given 72 hours to create a short film showcasing their skills and the unique flavor of Northwest film. See the premiere of 28 new films at a lively party with audience voting, a photo booth, local food, giveaways and more this Friday. *Last chance to save on tickets! * Tickets prices increase on Friday, and limited tickets are still available for The Grand's annual 253 Short Film Party <http://www.grandcinema.com/253-short-film-party/> Friday, May 11 at Urban Grace. Read on for more details. *WHEN / WHERE / HOW TO GET TICKETS:* *Friday, May 11, 2018 Urban Grace, 902 Market Street, Tacoma, WA <https://maps.google.com/?q=902+Market+Street,+Tacoma,+WA&entry=gmail&source=g> When to Get There* Doors open at 5:30 PM. movies begin at 7:00 PM. *We suggest arriving early to find parking, snacks, and seats. * *Ticket Prices* - Advance: $15 ($13 Members of The Grand) - Day Of: $18 ($16 Members of The Grand) Tickets are available online <https://ticketing.us.veezi.com/purchase/20195?siteToken=gkv9LBX3YE6jXoOgGOrMXQ%3D%3D> and at The Grand's box office. Online sales will end on Friday morning, but walk up ticket sales and Will Call will be open at The Grand's box office until 5 PM the day of the event. Any remaining tickets will be available at Urban Grace starting at 5:30 PM when the doors open. Seating is first come, first served. *This event tends to sell out and prices increase day of, so we highly recommend saving your seat today!* Buy Tickets Now <https://ticketing.us.veezi.com/purchase/20195?siteToken=gkv9LBX3YE6jXoOgGOrMXQ%3D%3D> <https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ARidS0NYrmE&feature=youtu.be&list=PLjvzWrHhsBXVq0Vf59HG8uO2vbNu6LlBY> See last year's Jury Award winning film *Save Time, Skip Will Call* If you have already purchased tickets online, we encourage you to pick up your hard copy ticket in advance at The Grand Cinema's box office so that you can skip the Will Call line at the event. Tickets will be available for pick up at The Grand until 5:00 PM the day of the event. Will Call will re-open at 5:30 PM at Urban Grace when the doors open. <http://www.grandcinema.com/253-short-film-party/> Plan ahead and have your hard copy ticket in hand to skip the Will Call line at the event. You'll get through the doors and into the fun faster! *Enjoy Local Food & Membership Deals* <http://www.grandcinema.com/253-short-film-party/> *Food & Snacks * We'll keep the craft beer flowing and the food hot for your enjoyment throughout the event. Pizza by the slice from Katie Downs will be available when the doors open, and Sammy's Pizza will be providing a fresh wave of pie (including a gluten free option) during the first intermission. There will be delicious vegetarian options throughout the night. Pizza not your style? "Tacoma" style hot dogs, vegan, classic, and chorizo dogs will be available from local chef Hudson Slater of Starting From Scratch before 7:00 PM. End the night on a sweet note with a cookie or brownie Starting From Scratch or Europe Bistro. Popcorn, fruit and candy will also be available for purchase, so bring card or cash. *Membership Deals* Sign up as a Grand Cinema member (or renew your existing membership) while at the party and receive a special rate of 14 months of membership benefits at the price of just a year. Learn more about supporting The Grand as a member here <http://www.grandcinema.com/membership/>. <http://www.grandcinema.com/253-short-film-party/> <http://www.grandcinema.com/253-short-film-party/> More Info <http://www.grandcinema.com/253-short-film-party/> <https://www.facebook.com/pg/TheGrandTacoma/photos/?tab=album&album_id=10158839402610226> *See photos from last year's party* <https://www.facebook.com/pg/TheGrandTacoma/photos/?tab=album&album_id=10158839402610226> *Special thanks to this year's sponsors for helping make this event possible! * <https://www.clickcabletv.com/> <https://www.marymart.com/> <https://twitter.com/GrandCinema> <https://www.facebook.com/TheGrandTacoma/> <http://www.grandcinema.com/> <https://www.instagram.com/thegrandcinema/> *Copyright © 2018 The Grand Cinema, all rights reserved.* 606 S Fawcett Ave, Tacoma, WA 98402 <https://maps.google.com/?q=606+S+Fawcett+Ave,+Tacoma,+WA+98402&entry=gmail&source=g> -- *THE GRAND CINEMA* <http://www.grandcinema.com/> *The South Sound''s nonprofit home for independent film, open 365 days a year.* 253-593-4474 606 S Fawcett Ave, Tacoma, WA 98402 <https://www.google.com/maps/place/606+Fawcett+Ave,+Tacoma,+WA+98402/@47.2579345,-122.4468349,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x549055a7658170a7:0xa007bc0dd962a011!8m2!3d47.2579345!4d-122.4446462> grandcinema.com *See what's playing now! <http://www.grandcinema.com/now-playing/>* *Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/TheGrandTacoma/>| Twitter <https://twitter.com/GrandCinema>| Instagram <https://www.instagram.com/thegrandcinema/>| YouTube <https://www.youtube.com/user/GrandCinemaTacoma>*