Winder goes to the movies | AccessNorthGa
WINDER - Winder business leaders and community members are excited about a local option for big screen movies starting this week. Carmike Cinemas is opening a new theater.
Barrow County Chamber of Commerce President Tommy Jennings said it's a good economic indicator for the area.
"A movie theater is a bullseye for any number of retailers and restaurants looking to locate within an activity center."
The 12-screen multiplex on Highway 316 near Highway 81 is at the Gateways of Barrow, according to Jennings.
"Our partners in the development business have been in communication with several restaurants, chain restaurants that we think would be a good addition to the Gateways and to that area of Barrow County."
Jennings said the theater was holding a soft opening Wednesday night, with a benefit Thursday night and an official grand opening and ribbon cutting Friday afternoon.
The opening marks the first time Winder residents don't have to leave town for a theater experience since the last one closed in the 1980's.
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