Save the Agawam Cinemas
A project in Agawam, MA by Kimberly Wheeler000days
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In order for the Agawam Cinemas to be successfully reopened by new ownership the twin theaters must be converted to digital projection.
Backers: 277
Average Pledge Per Backer: $163
Funded: $45,126 of $40,000
Dates: Oct 16th -> Nov 15th (31 days)
Project By: Kimberly Wheeler
Backers: 277
Average Pledge Per Backer: $163
Funded: $45,126 of $40,000
Dates: Oct 16th -> Nov 15th (31 days)
Project By: Kimberly Wheeler
$45,126
current pledge level
Last Updated: November 15 @ 17:30 -0500 GMT
112%
of goal
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Latest News
Getting your incentive package 
November 14th - via: kickstarter.com
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Getting more equipment
November 11th - via: kickstarter.com
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We Did it!!
November 10th - via: kickstarter.com
We did it!! We are 100% funded and still climbing with 4 days left! Any additional donations made will still go towards the renovation of the theater, of course! I can’t thank you all enough for supporting this amazing place and I can’t wait to... (Read More)
Almost to the top!
November 9th - via: kickstarter.com
I hope you are all enjoying your weekend! We’ve been working inside the theater for the entire weekend, there is so much that needs to be cleaned, fixed, restored, and updated. We had many people stop by to say hello because the door was open, and... (Read More)
Press Interview volunteers needed!
November 7th - via: kickstarter.com
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Holiday showing special a success!
November 7th - via: kickstarter.com
Hello KickStarter supporters! Our competition for the Holiday Backer-only reservation showing was a complete success! We received 19 Pledge increases from current backers! You guys are truly amazing! We have two packages left available as of right... (Read More)
Backer only heads up!
November 6th - via: kickstarter.com
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Contest coming up tonight!
November 5th - via: kickstarter.com
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Roof Construction
November 4th - via: kickstarter.com
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Area business contributions
November 2nd - via: kickstarter.com
Good evening KickStarter backers, As most of you have probably already realized, we are at 77% funding! We are so close to the finish line! Within the last few days we have seen several area businesses make very generous donations on behalf of their... (Read More)
Backer Only input question
November 1st - via: kickstarter.com
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FAQ and E-mails
November 1st - via: kickstarter.com
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Happy Halloween Cinema Fans!
October 31st - via: kickstarter.com
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Fundraising Cut-A-Thon hosted by local business
October 30th - via: kickstarter.com
Great news update! Salon Tres Chic and Day spa (located at 339 Walnut St. Ext. in Agawam) has organized a fundraising cut-a-thon to benefit our KickStarter campaign! These generous and wonderful women will be hosting this event the day before our... (Read More)
Agawam Rotary Club Guest Speaker
October 28th - via: kickstarter.com
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What a jump!
October 28th - via: kickstarter.com
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31% funded this morning!
October 27th - via: kickstarter.com
Good morning amazing supporters! Overnight a very generous pledge shot us up to being 31% funded! Yesterday we had several backers pledge donations and send encouraging messages as well. Thank you so much to all of you! A quick note regarding the VIP... (Read More)
The beginning of Construction
October 26th - via: kickstarter.com
Hello Cinema Fans! So tomorrow (Monday) marks the official beginning to the roof construction! Getting a new roof has been such a long time coming for this space. I can remember watching water fall from the ceilings as I was watching a movie in the... (Read More)
Making great strides
October 24th - via: kickstarter.com
Hello once again fantastic fans! We had a great news article appear in the West Springfield Record (I’d post a link but I’m unable to find one online). I did, however, find this great news clip that is worth a watch.... (Read More)
Agawam Advertiser Article. By far the best one written!
October 24th - via: kickstarter.com
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Projectors
October 24th - via: kickstarter.com
Agawam Cinemas 35mm Projectors Agawam Cinemas 35mm Projectors Hello phenomenal cinema fans! So even though we haven't had our projectors installed as of yet, I want you all to see what they will look like! Here are a few 'before' and after visual... (Read More)
Update Video
October 23rd - via: kickstarter.com
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Video Request
October 23rd - via: kickstarter.com
With the generous help from an enthusiastic Agawam Cinemas fan, Tricia Ennis, an update video was created. Please feel free to watch the clip to get first hand updated answers to frequently asked questions and a personalized thank you to all of our... (Read More)
Agawam Cinemas is the last standing piece of Cinema History!
October 22nd - via: kickstarter.com
Did you know that according to recent research, the Agawam Cinemas location is the last standing location that originated as a Jerry Lewis Cinema? Not only are we saving the Agawam Cinemas for our community, but we are literally preserving ...a piece... (Read More)
Recently Added Donor Rewards Packages
October 22nd - via: kickstarter.com
I’ve added two new donor incentive packages by popular request. These two packages are ‘business specific’ and exclusively offer onscreen advertising opportunities. Many area businesses have expressed interest in donation, but wanted a specific... (Read More)
Newspaper stories being released soon
October 21st - via: kickstarter.com
Today I had the pleasure to be interviewed by the Reminder and the Agawam Advertiser. Both of which took some pretty nice pictures of the front of the cinema! I’m told that the stories will be released in a few days, and I’m looking forward to... (Read More)
Backer only input #2
October 21st - via: kickstarter.com
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sincerest thanks!
October 21st - via: kickstarter.com
Hello KickStarter donors, The response we are getting is amazing! The response we are getting has been amazing! We can't do this without you. With this momentum we are on track to meet our goal. We are right on schedule to get our theater back and... (Read More)
More press!
October 20th - via: kickstarter.com
We have been mentioned so many times in the press within the last few days, the response has been more than I ever anticipated! Below are some links to new stories that have been popping up, give them a quick read! One of them is a story about the... (Read More)
Backer only movie requests!
October 19th - via: kickstarter.com
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Backer only update!
October 18th - via: kickstarter.com
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Press Opportunities
October 17th - via: kickstarter.com
Backers and Fans, It is with great enthusiasm that I let you all know that 22news will be airing a story tonight on this campaign! I had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Sy Becker for the interview this afternoon. You can also find our story on Masslive,... (Read More)
Harvest Festival Event
October 16th - via: kickstarter.com
Welcome to our first official KickStarter update! On our Agenda for today is preparing for tomorrow's Harvest Festival. The rotary club has invited us to host a booth at the Agawam Harvest Festival on October 18th located on the veteran's green in... (Read More)
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