‘Cows Come Home’ screens in Fort Erie with red carpet for I CAN-T.E.R.

Homegrown comedy ‘Cows Come Home’ will hit the big screen in Fort Erie on October 5, with ticket sales supporting I CAN-T.E.R., the local therapeutic riding charity that welcomed the production during filming.

Co-creators Lindsey Middleton and Katie Uhlmann are hosting two screenings at the Meridian Centre for the Arts at Greater Fort Erie Secondary School, set for 1:30 and 5 p.m.

The event includes a red carpet, special guests and proceeds will aid the charity’s programs for people with disabilities.

“We’re just so excited to share the show and showcase this wonderful town,” said Lindsey Middleton, co-creator and lead actor.

Both screenings will present all six episodes, running about 140 minutes in total, with cast and crew in attendance.

“I know a lot of film events don’t necessarily happen in Fort Erie, so we want to make it fun for everyone,” said Katie Uhlmann, co-creator and producer.

‘Cows Come Home’ premiered in June on Bell Canada’s Fibe TV1 and has drawn a local following for putting familiar places on screen and for its rural humour anchored in friendship.

Much of the series was filmed at Walnutknoll Dairy Farm in Ridgeway, I CAN-T.E.R. and additional scenes around downtown.

“When people watch the show, they’ll definitely see a lot of familiar sights,” said Uhlmann.

The production leaned on community help during last fall’s shoot, the creators said, from meals to logistics.

Middleton, who grew up in Ridgeway, said bringing a finished show back to town was always part of her plan.

I CAN-T.E.R. will receive a portion of ticket sales as it continues a local fundraising push toward their $15,000 fundraising goal to support their operations.

“It’s an amazing organization that helps folks who have different disabilities come and get equine therapies,” said Middleton.

The creators also credited the charity for practical support on set and said the screening is a chance to give back.

I CAN-T.E.R. executive director Karen van der Zalm opened the facility for a full week, found beds for the crew in her own home and even built a stand the director requested to capture key shots.

“We’re just excited to gather folks together and celebrate with them and also see themselves reflected on the big screen,” said Uhlmann.

Tickets and updates will be posted on the show’s new website, cowscomehome.ca, and its social media channels.

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