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    1941 - Movie Fundraiser Screening at Bay Theater on Nov 16, 2026

    1941 - Movie Fundraiser Screening

    Monday, November 16, 2026
    04:30 PM
    Bay Theater

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    Movie Fundraiser Screening: Steven Spielberg’s 1941

    Hosted by the Central California Coast Chapter of the Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) in partnership with Rising Phoenix Community Organization.

    Join the California Central Coast Chapter of MOAA for a special movie fundraiser screening of Steven Spielberg’s classic 1979 war comedy, 1941, at the historic Bay Theatre in downtown Morro Bay!

    Co-written by Robert Zemeckis and Bob Gale, this star-studded comedy parodies the real-life post-Pearl Harbor panic in Southern California. The iconic ensemble cast features Dan Aykroyd, Ned Beatty, John Belushi, John Candy, Christopher Lee, Tim Matheson, Toshiro Mifune, Robert Stack, Nancy Allen, and Mickey Rourke in his feature film debut.

    Join us for a fun night at the movies while supporting our local history! Ticket sales benefit our local MOAA chapter and the participating non-profit organizations working hard to preserve our regional heritage.

    Event Details

    • Date: Monday, November 16, 2026
    • Location: Bay Theatre, 464 Morro Bay Blvd, Morro Bay, CA

    Ticket Options & Schedule

    • VIP Experience ($25): 4:30 PM - Early Admission & Exclusive Wine and Cheese Social. Includes premium event access and light refreshments prior to showtime.
    • General Admission ($15)

    5:00 PM – Doors Open / General Admission Entry
    5:30 PM – Movie Begins

     

    Check out our other great event!  

    Step Back to 1941 at the Morro Bay Navy Base 85th Anniversary Sock Hop! 

    Join the California Central Coast Chapter of the Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) for an afternoon of living history and swing music!

    • Saturday, November 7 | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    • Morro Bay Veterans Hall | 209 Surf Street
    • Free Admission

    What to Expect:

    • Live 1940s Swing Band & Swing Dancers
    • WWII Living History Reenactors & Vintage Vehicles
    • Interactive Displays by Local Museums, Historical Societies & Civic Groups
    • Community conversation and family fun!

    Click HERE to learn more!

     

    Thanks to our Participating Nonprofits

    Logos of our participating nonprofits inlcuding: Step back into the 1940s and celebrate a milestone in Central Coast history! The California Central Coast Chapter of the Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) invites the public to the 85th Anniversary of the Morro Bay Navy Base Sock Hop & Living History Fair on Saturday, November 7, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the Morro Bay Veterans Hall (209 Surf Street). This interactive event honors the deep military heritage of the region, commemorating the 1941 establishment of the Morro Bay Naval Amphibious Training Base, where tens of thousands of troops prepared for D-Day and Pacific Island invasions. Event Highlights Include: World War II Living History Reenactors: Interact with passionate historical interpreters dressed in period-accurate 1941–1945 attire. Historic Military Vehicles: Get an up-close look at vintage vehicles from the era. Live Swing Band & Dancers: Kick up your heels at the 1940s-style Sock Hop featuring authentic swing music and live dance performances. Historical Exhibits & Displays: Explore regional WWII history through curated displays hosted by local museums, historical societies, government agencies, and civic organizations. Come enjoy an afternoon filled with music, nostalgia, community connection, coffee, and conversation as we honor our nation's military legacy. When: Saturday, November 7, 2026 | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM Where: Morro Bay Veterans Hall, 209 Surf Street, Morro Bay, CA Admission: Free & Open to the Community Socials: Step Back to 1941 at the Morro Bay Navy Base 85th Anniversary Sock Hop! Join the California Central Coast Chapter of the Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) for an afternoon of living history and swing music! • Saturday, November 7 • 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM • Morro Bay Veterans Hall | 209 Surf Street • Free Admission What to Expect: • Live 1940s Swing Band & Swing Dancers • WWII Living History Reenactors & Vintage Vehicles • Interactive Displays by Local Museums, Historical Societies & Civic Groups • Community conversation and family fun! Mark your calendars and come celebrate our Central Coast military legacy with us! Movie Fundraiser Screening: Steven Spielberg’s 1941 Hosted by the California Central Coast Chapter of the Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) Join the California Central Coast Chapter of MOAA for a special movie fundraiser screening of Steven Spielberg’s classic 1979 war comedy, 1941, at the historic Bay Theatre in downtown Morro Bay! Co-written by Robert Zemeckis and Bob Gale, this star-studded comedy parodies the real-life post-Pearl Harbor panic in Southern California. The iconic ensemble cast features Dan Aykroyd, Ned Beatty, John Belushi, John Candy, Christopher Lee, Tim Matheson, Toshiro Mifune, Robert Stack, Nancy Allen, and Mickey Rourke in his feature film debut. Come out for an evening of classic cinema, community, and laughs—all while supporting the programs and community efforts of our local MOAA chapter. Event Details Date: Monday, November 16, 2026 Location: Bay Theatre, 464 Morro Bay Blvd, Morro Bay, CA Ticket Options & Schedule VIP Experience ($25): 4:30 PM – Early Admission & Exclusive Wine and Cheese Social Includes premium event access and light refreshments prior to showtime. General Admission ($15): 5:00 PM – Doors Open / General Admission Entry 5:30 PM – Movie Begins American Red Cross California Historical Group, Historical reenactors California State Parks Department Cal Poly Swing Dance Club Cayucos Historical Society Central Coast Convoy Central Coast Veterans Memorial Museum Friends of the Morro Bay Harbor Department Historical Society of Morro Bay Kiwanis clubs: Early Morning San Luis Obispo, and Bay Osos in support of Aktion Club. Lions Club of Morro Bay Morro Bay Police Department South County Historical Society US Coast Guard Auxiliary

    Event Details

    Date & Time

    Monday, November 16, 2026

    04:30 PM

    Location

    Bay Theater, Morro Bay, CA

    Event overview: Venue: Bay Theater; City: Morro Bay, CA. When and where: Date: Monday, November 16, 2026; Start time: 04:30 PM local, PT (Pacific Time); Scheduled end: 07:30 PM local; Address: 464 Morro Bay Boulevard, Morro Bay, CA, 93442.

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    Event overview

    Venue
    Bay Theater
    City
    Morro Bay, CA

    When and where

    Date
    Monday, November 16, 2026
    Start time
    04:30 PM local, PT (Pacific Time)
    Scheduled end
    07:30 PM local
    Address
    464 Morro Bay Boulevard, Morro Bay, CA, 93442

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