An article yesterday in the Orange County Register (free subscription required to read article online) reports that “Since the death (or severe illness) of drive-in theaters, people have flocked to cemeteries, pools, beaches, lakes, office rooftops and library courtyards, among other places, to see a flick outside.” To view a schedule of animated movies known to be screening so far this summer – even if you don’t live anywhere near Orange County or aren’t planning a summer trip to Disneyland – follow the “More…” link if you are interested in finding out what a “dive-in” movie is (apparently it’s an appropriate way to watch Finding Nemo).

Also, read about the history of outdoor movies in Orange County.

Where: Frontier Park, Tustin, Mitchell Avenue near Red Hill Road

When: Aug. 5, 7:30 p.m.

What: The Land Before Time

Cost: Free

Call: (714) 573-3326

Note: Tustin will sponsor movies at other parks throughout August.

Where: Newport Dunes, 1131 Back Bay Drive, Newport Beach

When: Friday and Saturday nights, at dusk

What: Kid-friendly movies

Cost: Free (parking is $10)

Call: (800) 765-7661

Where: Ole Hanson Beach Club Pool, 105 W. Avenida Pico, San Clemente

When: July 23, dusk

What: Finding Nemo

Cost: $5

Call: (949) 361-8264

Note: This is a “dive-in,” meaning you can bring a floatation device and sit in the pool while watching. Lilo & Stitch is on tap Aug 20.

Where: Northwood Community Park, 4531 Bryan Ave., Irvine

When: Aug. 5, dusk

What: G-rated movie to be announced

Cost: Free

Call: (949) 724-6728

Note: The city will show another movie Aug. 13 at Bill Barber Park, 4 Civic Center Plaza. The city’s “Lounge Chair Theater” program is available to community groups. Snacks are sold.

Where: Central Park, 7821 Walker St., La Palma

When: Friday, July 23, dusk

What: Road to El Dorado

Cost: Free

Call: (714) 690-3350