Take Me Out to the Ball Game!

Classic silent movie “Speedy” accompanied on organ by Douglas Rust

Step back in time—and step up to the plate—for a truly historic celebration of America’s 250th birthday! Join us for a live‑organ‑accompanied screening of Speedy (1928), Harold Lloyd’s final silent masterpiece, starring Harold “Speedy” Swift, Ann Christy as Jane, and a guest appearance by Babe Ruth himself!

Speedy, a die‑hard Yankee fan, works odd jobs—from soda jerk to cab driver—and famously delivers Babe Ruth to Yankee Stadium in a wild, slapstick-filled ride through ’20s New York. Along the way, he helps save his girlfriend’s grandfather’s last horse‑drawn trolley line from a railroad crackdown—with scenes filmed on location at Coney Island and Yankee Stadium.

This isn’t just a movie: it’s a salute to America’s love of baseball, community, and ingenuity. We invite audiences of all generations to dress in red, white, and blue—hat tip to the fans in the stands! Hear every joy and gasp via rich organ music, feel the era come alive, and relish the legacy of silent cinema as it meets America’s favorite pastime.

Perfect for families, film buffs, and baseball lovers—this afternoon promises laughter, thrills, and a grand slam connection to our nation’s cultural roots. Free Event