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"2024 Chicago Pride Parade Downsized for Safety and Logistics"
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"Southern California Museums Offer Free Admission This Weekend"
SoCal Museums is hosting its annual Free-For-All event at over 30 Southern California museums and cultural centers on Saturday, offering free general admission to encourage cultural participation and introduce new audiences to these institutions. The initiative, which started almost 20 years ago, aims to showcase the diverse range of art, heritage, history, and science available in the region. The offer is for general museum admission only and does not apply to specially ticketed exhibitions.
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"Adapting Sturgeon Spectacular for Unfavorable Ice Conditions"
Fond du Lac's Sturgeon Spectacular, a popular family festival celebrating sturgeon spearing, has made changes this year due to warmer weather, including moving the curling event downtown for safety reasons and facing challenges with snow sculpting. Despite concerns about attendance, organizers remain confident and encourage families to attend the three-day event, which offers activities for all ages.
"Charity Undie Runs: Braving the Cold to Raise Awareness"
The annual Cupid's Undie Run in Cleveland will see hundreds of participants running in their underwear to raise funds and awareness for neurofibromatosis, a genetic disorder causing tumors to grow on nerves throughout the body. The event, held in various cities around Valentine's Day, aims to destigmatize the condition and raise money for the Children's Tumor Foundation. Participants have raised over $80,000 locally for the 2024 event, with the run scheduled to start at 2 p.m. on Saturday at the House of Blues in Downtown Cleveland.
"Punxsutawney Phil's 2024 Groundhog Day Forecast: Shadow or No Shadow?"
Watch Punxsutawney Phil's prediction for six more weeks of winter or an early spring in the annual Groundhog Day event, with live coverage starting after 6 a.m. ET from Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania. Despite his accuracy being questioned, the tradition dates back to 1887 and draws thousands of visitors each year, with last year's prediction of six more weeks of winter aligning with the previous two years.
"Exciting Highlights of the 2024 Portland Winter Light Festival"
The 2024 Portland Winter Light Festival is set to illuminate the city with over 170 light-based art installations, featuring events such as the LED Drag Show, Illuminated Bike Ride, Little Luminaries Procession, LED Hula Hoop Flash Mob, and Fun Luv’n Silent Disco. The festival, running from this weekend until February 10, will take place at three anchor sites and various pop-up locations, offering a family-friendly experience centered around the theme "What Glows Under Pressure."
Gasparilla 2024: Pirates Overrun Tampa for Annual Festival
The Gasparilla Parade of Pirates saw hundreds of pirates and 53 krewes invade Tampa, led by the pirate ship Jose Gasparilla II, with Mayor Jane Castor surrendering the key to the city to Ye Mystic Krewe. Thousands of people lined the parade route, scrambling for beads and enjoying the floats and festivities as the pirates celebrated their victory with a parade along Bayshore Boulevard into downtown Tampa.
Gasparilla 2024: Tampa's Pirate Parade and Security Measures
Gasparilla 2024 is underway in Tampa, with over 300,000 people expected to join the pirate parade along Bayshore Boulevard. The Jose Gasparilla pirate ship has docked, and Mayor Jane Castor has surrendered the key to the city to Ye Mystic Krewe of Gasparilla, kicking off the festivities. Attendees are enjoying the warm weather and festivities, with live updates, photos, and more being shared throughout the day. Various events, including the pirate invasion, parade, and pirate fest, are scheduled, with tips for parking, alcohol, and packing provided for attendees.
"Eagle 8 Monitors Gasparilla Pirate Invasion and Manatee Safety"
The pirates have invaded Tampa for Gasparilla 2024, with the Jose Gasparilla ship departing from the Port of Tampa Bay and docking at the Tampa Convention Center, where they will demand the key to the city from Mayor Jane Castor. Following the invasion, a victory parade featuring 140 floats, Krewes, and marching bands will take place along the 4.5-mile route, continuing a tradition that dates back to 1904.
"2024 Total Solar Eclipse: Events, Timing, and Safety Preparations in Austin, Cincinnati, Erie, and NY"
Austin will host three days of total solar eclipse-themed events from April 7-9, including performances, presentations, a free eclipse viewing party with music and visual storytelling, and a children’s story time. The Simons Foundation has collaborated with local organizations to celebrate the rare natural phenomenon, aiming to provide an opportunity for people to develop an interest in science.
"2024 Total Solar Eclipse: Viewing Events and Preparations Across the US"
Northeast Ohio is gearing up for the total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024, with various events and watch parties planned across the region, including the Total Eclipse Fest 2024 in Cleveland, Avon Lake Total Eclipse Watch Party, and events at Crocker Park, MAPS Air Museum, and Vermilion Valley Vineyards. Cedar Point and Kellys Island are also hosting eclipse viewing opportunities, while the Jet Express will offer a special eclipse excursion on Lake Erie. Organizers are expecting large crowds and recommend planning early, with more events expected to be announced.
Trump's Controversial Rally in Waco, Texas.
Former President Donald J. Trump is expected to hold a campaign rally at the Waco Regional Airport on March 25, with an estimated attendance of 15,000 people. Gates will open at noon, and attendees are advised to arrive no later than 1 p.m. for a Secret Service screening. The event is standing room only, and chairs are not allowed. The Trump campaign website allows registration of up to two tickets per mobile number per event. A list of prohibited items includes firearms, explosives, and aerosols. Parking is available on a first-come, first-serve basis, and traffic information is provided for airport visitors.