On Friday, July 15th Every Picture Tells A Story gallery and bookshop and the Aero Theatre will present an evening of Harry Potter fun just before the release at midnight of the long-awaited new Harry Potter book. The festivities begin at the Aero Movie Theatre at 8 p.m. with a screening of Harry Potter and The Sorcerer’s Stone. After the movie, Every Picture Tells A Story opens its doors for a pajama party celebration with snacks, stories and giveaways as we countdown to the Witching Hour and the release of the newest book in the Potter saga. Everyone attending the movies will receive a special discount on the purchase of the new Harry Potter book, 1311 Montana Avenue. Phone is (310) 451-2700.
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