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BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND: DANCING WITH THE STARS SEASON 32 CHAMPION VAL CHMERKOVSKIY RETURNS TO SAVOR AFTER HOURS

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND: DANCING WITH THE STARS SEASON 32 CHAMPION VAL CHMERKOVSKIY RETURNS TO SAVOR AFTER HOURS

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Magical ‘Days of Christmas’ Celebration Illuminates Temple Hill in Oakland

Magical ‘Days of Christmas’ Celebration Illuminates Temple Hill in Oakland

“Days of Christmas” is back at Temple Hill for 2023! The Days of Christmas events are taking place at Temple Hill in Oakland, California. This cherished annual celebration is a winter wonderland of lights, festivities, and holiday spirit, perfect for families and friends to create lasting memories.

You’re invited to experience the magic of the holiday season as Temple Hill in Oakland comes alive with the spirit of Christmas. The event is open to all, and it’s an excellent opportunity for community members and visitors to embrace the joy and wonder of the season.

Visitors to Temple Hill will be captivated by the mesmerizing Christmas lights that adorn the landscape. The entire area is transformed into a dazzling spectacle of colors and twinkling lights, creating a magical atmosphere that is sure to warm the hearts of all who attend. Whether you’re strolling through the radiant garden pathways or gazing up at the beautifully lit trees, you’ll be immersed in the spirit of the season.

But the “Days of Christmas” celebration is more than just a visual delight. It’s a time for families and friends to come together and share in the joy of the holidays. The event features a range of festive activities, including concerts, tours, nativity displays and more.

“This event is a beloved tradition in the Oakland community,” says Wyatt Ernst. “It’s a chance for people of all backgrounds to come together and celebrate the magic of Christmas.”

In addition to the “Days of Christmas” festivities, Temple Hill offers various other events throughout the year, fostering a sense of community and unity. The Temple Hill Events page (https://templehill.org/events) provides information about upcoming activities, ensuring there’s always something to look forward to.

Temple Hill Events continues to show the importance of community and coming together to celebrate special moments. Everyone should visit Temple Hill during the “Days of Christmas” and experience the joy and warmth of this cherished tradition.

For more information about the “Days of Christmas” event and other Temple Hill activities, please visit https://templehill.org/christmas. Let’s embrace the holiday season with open hearts and create memories that will last a lifetime.

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CEO, JX Strategy

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pixiv and Crypton present the ‘HATSUNE MIKU EXPO 10th Anniversary Illustration Contest’ – Now Accepting Illustrations of Piapro Characters from Creators All Around the World

pixiv and Crypton present the ‘HATSUNE MIKU EXPO 10th Anniversary Illustration Contest’ – Now Accepting Illustrations of Piapro Characters from Creators All Around the World

Winning works will be exhibited at the animate store in Los Angeles.

pixiv, the communications platform operated by pixiv Inc. (hereinafter referred to as “pixiv”, Office: Shibuya, Tokyo, Representative Director: Shingo Kunieda) where users can share illustrations, manga, and novels, is partnering with Crypton Future Media, Inc. (hereinafter referred to as “Crypton”) to hold the pixiv x Crypton collaboration event “HATSUNE MIKU EXPO 10th Anniversary Illustration Contest” to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the Hatsune Miku world tour series “HATSUNE MIKU EXPO” (hereinafter referred to as “MIKU EXPO”). The contest opens on Friday, December 15th.

The theme of this contest is “Universal Positivity”, and entrants are asked to submit illustrations of Hatsune Miku and other Piapro Characters. Entries are welcome from fans both in and outside Japan. The winners will receive bundles of Piapro Character goods and have their works included in the MIKU EXPO official booklet/guidebook. In addition, winning works will be exhibited at the animate store in Los Angeles.

The key visual for the “HATSUNE MIKU EXPO 10th Anniversary Illustration Contest” is an original work created by the illustrator Rosuuri, who is based in North America.

Contest website: https://pixiv.net/contest/mikuexpo10th

Contest period
Friday, December 15th, 2023 (5:00 p.m. JST) – Monday, January 15th, 2024 (11:59 p.m. JST)

*For details, please check the Contest Terms on the contest website.

■ About Hatsune Miku https://piapro.net
Hatsune Miku is a music software developed by Crypton Future Media, Inc., which enables anyone to make their computer sing by entering lyrics and melodies. As a massive number of users created music using the software and posted their works on the Internet, Hatsune Miku quickly evolved into a cultural phenomenon. Since then, Hatsune Miku has gained much attention as a character, involved in many fields such as merchandising and live performance as a virtual singer. Now her popularity has spread across the globe.

■ pixiv https://www.pixiv.net
pixiv is a social networking service for creators, focused on “communication through sharing works”. It launched in September 2007 as a specialized service for the presentation and exchange of artistic works (illustrations, manga, and novels), based on the philosophy of “creating a space for making artistic activities more fun”. Currently, pixiv has more than 98 million registered users.

■ pixiv Inc. https://www.pixiv.co.jp
Striving to be an exciting space for users to enjoy creative activities, we provide various services to support creators, including pixiv, one of the world’s largest art communities; FANBOX, which allows fans to support the activities of their favorite creators; and the 3D project VRoid.

Location: JPR Sendagaya Building 6F, 4-23-5 Sendagaya, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Representative Director: Shingo Kunieda
Business: Internet services
Established: July 25, 2005
Contact: [email protected] (Takahashi and Nishidoi)

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editor

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THE GROUP LABS in conjunction with BAD PITCH WRITERS LAB Presents GROUP LABS FEST

THE GROUP LABS in conjunction with BAD PITCH WRITERS LAB Presents GROUP LABS FEST

Industry Veterans Join Event Celebrating New Screenwriting Voices LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, December 7, 2023 /EINPresswire.com/ — Industry non-profit, The Group Labs, and educational studio for screenwriters, Bad Pitch Writers Lab, will host GROUP LABS FEST, an industry-packed all-day festival celebrating new screenwriting voices at the Hudson Backstage Theater on Sunday, December 10, 2024. […]

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Tongyeong, Korea’s First City Specializing in Night Tourism, Reveals Representative Nighttime Venues

Tongyeong, Korea’s First City Specializing in Night Tourism, Reveals Representative Nighttime Venues

Tongyeong, Korea’s First City Specializing in Night Tourism, Reveals Representative Nighttime Venues
Night Scenery of Gangguan Port

Gangguan Port is the central venue of Tongyeong’s night tourism development

Tongyeong City, the first ‘city specializing in night tourism’ in South Korea, unveiled its night tourism brand, ‘Tonight, TongYeong,’ last December and has since been actively working to establish itself as a premier night tourism destination. The city has undertaken projects in content development, improved night tourism infrastructure, and engaged in promotional marketing.

To celebrate its one-year anniversary as a designated city for night tourism, Tongyeong the best night destinations for visitors.

Best Scenery Spots Illuminating Tongyeong’s Night

1. Gangguan Bridge
Gangguan Bridge, named through a public vote, is a 13m high, 92.5m long pedestrian bridge spanning Gangguan Port, the hub of Tongyeong’s fishing industry. Illuminated with colorful lights at night, the bridge offers a stunning view of the city center and the serene sea. It is renowned as an observation point to appreciate the night scenery from atop the bridge.

2. Dpirang
Dpirang is the country’s first and largest outdoor digital theme park. Inspired by murals that change every two years in Dongpirang Village, a famous mural village in South Korea, Dpirang incorporates media art. A 1.5km hillside trail adorned with harmonious music enhances the experience.

3. Gangguan Cultural Square
A pivotal landmark in Tongyeong’s night tourism, Gangguan Cultural Square features a large sculpture of Tongyeong’s mascot, ‘Dongbaegi’ (a seagull character), holding the Tongyeong night tourism slogan ‘Tonight TongYeong’ over the sea. The square hosted various night-specialized festivals and cultural events, including the Tongyeong Hansan Battle Festival, Tonight Tongyeong Night Fringe, Modern Boys & Dining Festa, and the Candlelight Concert.

4. Tongyeong Bridge
Connecting Tongyeong’s mainland and the city’s largest island, Mireukdo, Tongyeong Bridge is a renowned night-view attraction and one of Tongyeong’s eight scenic views. The rainbow-colored night view leading to Tongyeong Canal and the seaside park provides a fantastic experience for visitors.

Best Sunset Spots to Enjoy a Golden Sunset

1. Dara Park
Dara Park, cherished by locals, offers a beautiful horizon view 30 minutes before sunset. The sunset deck, situated at the park’s highest point, allows visitors to enjoy the golden light created by the sunset, overlooking the spectacular Hallyeo Waterway.

2. Dangpo Fortress
Situated at the location where the Dangpo Fortress once stood to prevent external invasions, this site offers a steep but short slope that leads to a panoramic view of the harbor and the sea. Particularly during sunset, visitors can appreciate the golden hues of the setting sun, accompanied by the earthy feel of the fortress walls, providing a unique and indigenous atmosphere.

Tongyeong City has actively promoted night-specialized festivals, engaged in social media marketing, established night photo zones and lighting installations, and hosted field trips with foreign influencers to strengthen its position as Korea’s premier night tourism city. The city has announced its commitment to continue diverse promotional activities to invigorate night tourism in the future.

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Jongeun Kim

Marketing agency PM

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+82+070-8064-1343

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M&M Video Games to Unveil Rare Nintendo ‘Holy Grails’ This Weekend

M&M Video Games to Unveil Rare Nintendo ‘Holy Grails’ This Weekend

M&M Video Games, a beloved local gaming haven, is set to captivate retro gaming enthusiasts this weekend with two of the rarest items in world of video game collecting: an original 1990 Nintendo World Championship Video Game cartridge, and two graded copies of the exceptionally rare Stadium Events game for the NES.

M&M Video Games to Unveil Rare Nintendo ‘Holy Grails’ This Weekend
Nintendo “Holy Grail” Cartridges

Graded NES cartridges, Nintendo World Series Championship and Stadium Events

Located in the heart of Tampa, M&M Video Games is a must-visit hotspot for gamers seeking nostalgia and rare finds. This weekend, the store is set to take enthusiasts on a trip down memory lane by unveiling not one, but two highly sought-after gems from the golden era of gaming.

The highlight is an original Nintendo World Championship Video Game cartridge, a true collector’s item from the origins of competitive Nintendo gameplay. The cartridge is one of 90 issued to the finalists of the first Nintendo World Championship tournament, held at Universal Studios Hollywood in 1990.

The cartridge contains three customized minigames based on the popular games Super Mario Bros. (1985), Rad Racer (1987), and Tetris (1989). The objective is to achieve a high score according to a custom cumulative scoring formula across all games, within a total time limit of 6 minutes and 21 seconds. The cartridge contains a unique timer that allows the gameplay duration to be increased or decreased, specifically for competitive play.

In addition to the Nintendo World Championship cartridge, M&M Video Games will proudly showcase two graded copies of the exceptionally rare Stadium Events game for the NES. Only a few thousand copies of the game were produced before Nintendo bought the rights and re-branded it as World Class Track Meet. While the latter would go on to sell millions of copies, the original was pulled from store shelves, with less than a dozen known to be in circulation today. In fact, the latest authenticated copy was sold at M&M Video Games earlier this year for more than $30,000.

“We are thrilled to bring these exceptional pieces of gaming history to our community. The Nintendo World Championship cartridge and Stadium Events game are iconic artifacts that resonate with both seasoned collectors and those new to the gaming world,” said Jon Fotis, owner of M&M Video Games. “This exhibition is our way of sharing these rare items, and celebrating the incredible journey of video gaming with our customers.”

The event is open to the public and will take place at M&M Video Games located at 1548 E Fowler Ave in Tampa on December 16 & 17 from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM. 

The owner of the cartridges will be accepting bids from any collectors looking to obtain these items.

Contact Information:

Matt Bartilson

Co-Owner

[email protected]

(727) 386-4191

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TARYN MANNING TAKES AUDIENCES ON A COSMIC JOURNEY IN SCI-FI THRILLER “STATIC CODES”

TARYN MANNING TAKES AUDIENCES ON A COSMIC JOURNEY IN SCI-FI THRILLER “STATIC CODES”

Static Codes (2023) Starring Taryn Manning, Michael Ferguson, Augie Duke Genres Collide: Mystery & Thriller intertwine with Sci-fi, weaving a compelling story of love, loss, and the unknown. Static Codes manages to blend Drama, Suspense, Sci-Fi and a touch of Comedy to put together a thriller about unresolved family trauma and the challenge of finding […]

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