In launching the initial cleanup of the decrepit building that will be rehabilitated as the new home of the Nickelodeon Theatre, Larry Hembree was energized when over 50 volunteers showed up and made light work of what he had anticipated would take much more time and effort. Although theatre renovations are expected to take two years, the initial energy and goodwill generated by the cleanup have set the stage for success. The transformation of a historic theatre has the potential to transform the community. And with the leadership of Larry Hembree and the Columbia Film Society, and the partnership of the city and developers, the rehabilitated Nickelodeon Theatre is poised to play an important role in Columbia's overall downtown revitalization. The collaboration of the community is proving to be crucial in mounting such an ambitious undertaking.

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