Latchis Arts’ popular Movies for Kids series returns in January with a series titled Eeeek! – featuring movies where mice are the heroes. Films take place at the Latchis Theatre on Sundays at 11:30 a.m. Admission is by donation.

On Jan. 19, the series continues with “Stuart Little,” the beloved tale of a plucky mouse raised in New York by a human family. Released in 1999 and rated PG for brief language, the film stars Michael J. Fox, Geena Davis and Hugh Laurie. Common Sense Media says it’s appropriate for ages 7 and up, praising it as generally sweet and fun with some scary moments.

January’s Eeek! Series concludes on Jan. 26, with “An American Tail,” the exquisitely G-rated animated 1986 film about a family of Russian-Jewish mice who escape from their homeland to make a new life in New York City. Common Sense Media rates it appropriate for ages 5 and up, praising it as a great introduction for kids to the issue of immigration. It gets high marks for educational value and positive role models, with some moments of scariness.

Latchis Arts’ Movies for Kids series was created by board member Jonathan Schwartz, who passed away in 2018. The intent is to present quality films for all families to enjoy, without cost as a barrier to access. In its first three years, more than 3,000 people have attended series offerings, including many young people for whom it is their first movie experience in a theater.

Latchis Arts Movies for Kids series films continue on Sunday mornings through March. For information, visit latchisarts.org.