Harry Potter books have had an extraordinary impact on popular culture. Fueled by her imagination and exceptional knowledge of literature from classical mythology to coming-of-age British school days, JK Rowling unleashed the first Harry Potter book on an unsuspecting world 25 years ago. Her 7-book series has spawned a $43 billion empire.

Indira Naidoo in The Book Club ponders through the pages of these classics with Ellen Cregan, host of the First Book Club podcast from arts and culture magazine kill Your Darlings and joined by Charlie Bray, Bookseller at Elizabeths Books Perth.

COOLANEY-ROCKFIELD

Community Notes

Please contact me by text or call at 087 7667664 or email coolaneyrockfield@mail.com.

Please submit notes by Sunday evening for the following Wednesday’s publication (note new paper publishing date). Notes can include announcements (weddings, births etc), sports (news, results, fixtures, training), fundraising, classes, meetings and anything else to be shared with the community.

Digital Hub by ALONE

A Digital Hub for those aged 60-plus is now opened on Mondays and Tuesdays from 9 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. in the Coolaney Community Centre. The Digital Hub is operated by ALONE.

Alone supports older people in a range of areas including visitation support and befriending, support coordination and telephone support. This can be accessed through the centre with Gerard.

If you have any questions or queries please call Gerard (Services Coordinator) at 086 076 10 83 or Conor (Digital Hub Worker) at 086 108 55 92 or better again drop by the centre at the above times to say hello and find out more, you may even learn something.

HITT Classes

Full Body HIIT Fitness Classes starting next Wednesday evening, March 23, at 6.30 p.m. in Coolaney Community Centre. Contact Mark at 083 8538135 for details.

Harry Potter Easter Camp

Wednesday, April 20, to Friday, April 22, Coolaney Community Centre. 10.30 a.m. to 2.30 p.m. €50. Please contact Fiona at 087 9439808 to confirm place. €20 deposit required.

Coolaney-Mullinabreena GAA Club

Blue Kidz Academy returns – We’re excited and you’re invited. Coolaney-Mullinabreena GAA Club return to action Saturday mornings to Nace O’Dowd Park, Achonry from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. for boys and girls aged 4-11. New members welcome. Join our great group of qualified coaches for the popular Saturday morning slot. Children under-seven, under-nine and under-11 are all welcome. Note: Club registration must be completed before the children participate.

See link foireann.ie and complete your registration.

2022 membership is now open.

Ballet and Dance Classes

Join our new Ballet and Dance Classes age four + in Bunninadden Community Centre.

Suitable for girls and boys. Starts Tuesday, April 26.

4.30 p.m. Four to six years pre-Ballet

5.15 p.m. Five years-plus Modern Theatre.

6 p.m. Seven years-plus Classical Ballet.

Beginners welcome, Nurturing environment, Certified Exams, show performances.

Message us on Facebook or contact Ms Katie at 089 4079074.

N17 Achonry Farmers’ Market

The market is now back in full swing every Saturday from 10 a.m. 1 p.m. Please support this fabulous local market that showcases the best of local talent in our area, local crafts, baked goods, flowers, cheeses, veg and lots more.

Club lotto 2022

Our New ‘Early Bird’ offer for 2022 is still open till March 31.

Purchase your ticket, either online or from the usual sellers, before March 31 and be in with a chance to win a super prize package worth €350. We will have four other prizes of Club Bobble Hats on offer also. Your support is greatly appreciated. Jackpot is €4,800.

Coolaney United Club News

Congratulations, Erin. What a few week’s Erin Farry has had, she has just completed a four-week assessment at the FAI Centre of Excellence in Castlebar, she’s had a birthday and made her confirmation and has also been selected to play for Sligo Leitrim under-12 ET squad. Everyone at Coolaney Utd is very proud of Erin and would like to wish her and her teammates all the best in their upcoming season.

Bonus Ball lotto

Bonus balls can be purchased in Pk Meats or O’Grady’s shop and cost €5 with the chance to win €100 and the Coolaney United crested beanie hat every week for the Wednesday and Saturday draws.

Coolaney Rockfield Tidy Towns

Coolaney Rockfield Tidy Towns once again appeal to all dog owners to pick up after your dog does his or her business in a public area including grass areas. Free Pooper Scooper bags are available in all the usual outlets in Coolaney and we encourage dog owners to take a few of these bags. Make the Coolaney/Rockfield and surrounding area enjoyable for all.

DROMAHAIR

Dromahair St Patrick’s Day parade draw

Winners of hampers in the Depot draw were Michéal Loughlin and Seán McGoldrick. The winner of the donation of lovely knit/crochet pieces by Susan Sinclair of Drop Dead Stiches was Jonah Durkin and Michael Kelly. €96 raised altogether. Thank you to everyone.

RSS Vacancies

Leitrim Development Company has limited vacancies on the Rural Social Scheme (RSS). We are seeking applications from the public to work on the RSS This is a farmer-friendly scheme where participants work 19.5 hours per week and earn additional income to their farming. Participants will be working in their locality supporting community projects. if you know of anyone interested, please call RSS Supervisor Margaret Sharkey at 086 8521791.

Blotto Draw

Next Dromahair Development Association/Tidy Towns blotto draw on Tuesday, March 22. Jackpot €3,750. Tickets for the draw are available through QR code on Facebook poster and lottoraiser/DromahairDA. They are also available in boxes in local businesses in Dromahair. Tickets will be collected at midday on the day of the draw. Watch out for the QR Code stickers that are up in different locations around the village, on blotto boxes and poster, there is one on the glass display cabinet at the Depot. They will give you quick access to the draw online. Cut off point for online sales is 4 p.m. on the day of the draw. Get your tickets now, we need your support. Good luck to everyone.

The Depot

Gardening classes starting in April, it will consist of some tunnel work, visits to gardens and flower beds and getting ideas on what might work best in different locations and lots of tips and advice from Carol. Contact the Depot to register interest.

Yoga on Monday nights at 7 p.m.

North Leitrim Dance Classes for children every Tuesday evening at 5.30 p.m. Contact Lucy at 087 2937247.

Active Age Group in the Depot on Wednesdays at 10.30 a.m. Contact Mary for more information at 086 3408235.

Knit Crochet Group meet on Thursdays 10.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. Nice sociable group who work together to encourage each other. Small charge €3 to cover heating and refreshments. Ring office at 085 8017943 for further information.

Sue Fitness class on Thursdays, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Contact Sue at 086 2542505.

Karate on Fridays. Contact Michael at 087 6754994.

The Depot office is open 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Monday to Friday.

Notes

Items for local notes to dda.tidytowns@gmail.com before midday on Thursday please.

DROMORE WEST

Spraoi Glas

Spraoi Glas – Dromore West – community ran Organic Fruit and Vegetable Garden.

To join, our Registration Day is Wednesday, March 30, from 3 p.m. at the garden.

We will be gardening each Wednesday from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.

A trained tutor will facilitate us and the harvest is divided between the group.

We will be in action till October. It is €50 to join or €75 for a family.

Contact 087 9968865 for more details. Looking forward to growing together.

GURTEEN

Recent death

The death took place at her residence Annaghmore, Gurteen on Monday, March 14, of Rita Devaney née McDonagh formerly of Cloonmeen, Cuilmore and Manchester, her passing came just six weeks after the death of her husband John Devaney a native of Ross, Castlebar. A quiet, friendly and unassuming lady, she will be sadly missed by all her neighbours both in the Gurteen community and in Manchester where she and her family had lived for many years. Her remains were removed from her home on Saturday morning to St Patrick’s Church, Gurteen for the Funeral Mass celebrated by parish priest Fr Joe Caulfield Burial took place in Carrentemple Cemetery. She is survived by her daughters Julie and Angela, her sister Bridie, Claregalway, her brother Michael, Cloonmeen, brother – in-law Tom Hynes and her cousin Patricia Flanagan and all her relatives and friends to whom deepest sympathy is extended. May she rest in peace.

Recent death

The death took place on March 5 in London of Marian Feehan, sister of the late Cyril Deignan – both of whom separately were owners of the Brown Trout Pub, Mahanagh, Cloonloo. Funeral will be in London. May Marian rest in peace.

Recent death

The death took place in England of Brendan Jordan, who visited his house regurlarly at Knocknashammer, Gurteen He will be sadly missed by all his neighbours and friends whom he always called to and chatted every time he was home. May he rest in peace.

Recent death

The death took place on March 9 of Stephen Casey, Derryknockeran, Cloonloo and Rochester living at Westport. Sincere sympathy to his wife Annette, sons Damien and Simon and his sister Katie Corcorcan, Townaghmore, Culfadda. May he rest in peace.

Coffee morning

Green Isle Foods hosted a coffee morning for Ukraine on last Sunday, March 20, after the 11.30 a.m. Mass in Gurteen Hall. All donations to Red Cross for Ukraine.

Collection

There will be a special collection for Ukraine – requested by the Irish Bishops from their Spring meeting last week- to be held on the weekend of March 26/27.

Eastern Harps

The Eastern Harps 50/50 draw of €732 last Monday night was won by Dorothy O’Neill Moygara. There were extra prizes for the St Patrick’s weekend: €150 Menswear voucher from Lavins Ballymote was won by Martin Judge, Culfadda and hampers were won by Philomena Kilroy, Cloontia and Dermot Flaherty, c/o Drury’s. CLOONLOO NS OPEN DAY: Cloonloo NS invites all children and their families who may be enrolling next September or in the future to visit on their open day Saturday, April 2, between 12.30 and 1.30 p.m. Teachers will be available to answer any questions. if this time or date is not suitable please contact 071 9663694 to make alternative arrangements.

Bingo in Gurteen

Bingo is held every Friday night at 8 p.m. in Gurteen Hall with a jackpot of €1,000 in 49 calls. Lotto jackpot raffle €200 and a tea break. Proceeds go to the upkeep of the hall and Eastern Harps Club.

Irish classes

Free Irish classes in St Aidan’s School, Monasteraden will start on Thursday, March 24, from 1.45 p.m. to 3.15 p.m. for 12 weeks.

Cinema Kids Club

Coleman cinema club for kids in Gurteen Co. Sligo continues on this Saturday, March 26, at 2.30 p.m. with Peter Rabbit 2. Spend a lovely afternoon in the comfortable tiered seated theatre. Adults go free and treat bags are available in-house. They look forward to seeing you all soon.

CO. Fleadh entries

The Sligo County Fleadh will take place this year from June 3 to June 5 in Riverstown hosted by the local Branch of CCE. Entry forms are now available from your local branch or they are also available on the internet at sligocountyfleadh.ie. Members of the local Craobh Coleman Branch can get their entry forms at the Coleman Centre, Gurteen. Please note that there is a second entry form for a non-qualifying ‘5 member group’ competition which has been devised by Sligo County Board to encourage our young people to get back playing, following the covid holiday. Details on the entry form. Forms need to be returned to CCÉ branch secretaries not later than Friday, April 1.

MANOR-HAMILTON

Successful Parade

After its two-year absence from the streets of North Leitrim’s chief town, Manorhamilton’s St Patrick’s Day parade made a welcome return on Thursday evening and was thoroughly enjoyed by the great crowd – young, old and in-between – that came out for this special occasion in very favourable weather conditions.

The Manorhamilton St Patrick’s Parade Committee members were very happy with the success of the parade and also its centre piece, namely, the popular floats competition, while the very high standard of all entries was impressive. Expressing satisfaction, a spokesperson for the committee said ‘congratulations everyone for all your hard work and to all who partook in this year’s parade. Prizes will be distributed by committee members’ shortly.

The committee spokesperson also added “we would like to say a huge thank you to our main sponsors – all local businesses, whose contributions are fundamental to the running of this year’s parade. Don’t forget to support our local businesses, they’re the backbone of our amazing community.”

The 2022 Manorhamilton St Patrick’s Day parade Float competition prize winners were – in the Most Creative category – first the French Market, second Merenda; Funniest category – first Pat Harte Fitted Furniture, second Love Leitrim; Best Community category – first North West Vintage Car Club, second Manorhamilton Agricultural Show; third Lock Up Alarms – Flintstones; Best Fancy Dress – Caz-Cards Gift Shop; Future Stars – Kerrigan Quarry

Kids; Best Cycle Recycle Shop Window – Keenan Butchers.

Drivers Course

The Mayo, Sligo and Leitrim Education and Training Board (MSLETB) runs a driver theory test course every Wednesday evening in Manorhamilton’s Bee Park Community Centre, between 6 p.m. and 9 p.m. for all who wish to train as licensed car, bus and truck drivers.

Regarding the car, bus and truck driver theory test course, the Mayo, Sligo and Leitrim Educational and Training Board’s Gary Burke says “our Tutor will prepare you with a clear breakdown and explanation of the various categories’ and provide ‘practise using test runs prior to booking the official test.”

For further information on the car, bus and truck driver theory test course – please contact Gary Burke, phone 071 9621366 or 086 0455013 or email garyburke@msletb.ie.

Ukrainian Collection

The Irish Bishops have asked for a Special Collection to be taken up at Masses on this weekend of March 26/27 to support humanitarian efforts in Ukraine and especially the families and children who have had to flee their homeland in advance of the Russian invasion. This collection will be taken up ar weekend Masses in Manorhamilton, Glencar and Mullies.

Medjugeorje Pilgrimage

A week-long pilgrimage to Medjugorje will take place from Wednesday, May 25. The pilgrimage Group Leader is Ann Kelly. The travel and seven night’s accomodation costs for each pilgrim will be €739. Fr Brian Conway will be the Pilgrimage Spiritual Director.

District News

Please email all items for next week’s Sligo Champion Manorhamilton District News to P. J. Leddy at pjleddy@yahoo.com by 6 p.m. at the latest on Sunday evening, March 28.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

During Wildcat Wellness, I escaped the constraints of my dorm room and ventured back to the magical world of “Harry Potter” via a free trial of Kindle Unlimited.

My journey back into the pages of “Harry Potter” was magical and nostalgic, but challenged my impression of the series. It is inevitable that my perspective as a stressed-out college student would shift my view of a series of children’s books. 

After deep thought and concentration, I present to you my new and definitive ranking of the “Harry Potter” books, from least favorite to favorite. Spoilers ahead. 

7. “Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets”

This ranking likely comes as no surprise. “Chamber of Secrets” is the most forgettable “Harry Potter” book. 

Despite its short length, the second entry of the series features one of its most extensive plots. More plot does not necessarily guarantee a better story, however, and “Chamber of Secrets” lacks characterization and emotion as a result.

It is by no means a bad book and I see why I thoroughly enjoyed it as a child, as it includes the escapist elements Harry Potter fans have come to expect. But the convoluted plot makes it an unenjoyable reread.

6. “Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince”

Like most penultimate entries in franchises, the sixth “Harry Potter” book exists to set up its much more engaging finale, “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows.” Although it is intriguing to learn about Lord Voldemort’s past, “Half-Blood Prince” is essentially just exposition. Parts of this book that are not a chock-full of set-up are dedicated to awkward teen romance, which I personally did not enjoy.

“Half-Blood Prince” has enjoyable elements, one of which being Potter and Albus Dumbledore’s fleshed out relationship. J.K. Rowling’s sixth “Harry Potter” book is a solid entry, but it is unable to stand on its own.

5. “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone”

“Sorcerer’s Stone” is the original “Harry Potter” book. The entire Wizarding World franchise owes its existence to this fun and whimsical first entry.

Rowling’s introduction to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter is impossible to dislike, due to the creative ideas employed throughout this book, drawing the audience into a world of magic. 

As an adult, however, I found this book a tad unengaging. Having read “Sorcerer’s Stone” multiple times, I don’t feel the same emotions of awe and wonder I felt as a child. Despite my aging perspective, though, “Sorcerer’s Stone” still delivers a fantastical introduction to the “Harry Potter” series.

4. “Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban”

“Prisoner of Azkaban” is the first stepping stone the Harry Potter series takes to a more mature direction for its story and characters.The third “Harry Potter” installment significantly improves upon “Chamber of Secrets” by having a simpler plot and an increased focus on character relationships.

In “Prisoner of Azkaban,” Harry’s thoughts and fears are fleshed out, and throughout the book we feel his longing for his dead parents. Sirius Black and Remus Lupin’s introductions to the series connect to the book’s theme of nostalgia. 

3. “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows” 

“Deathly Hallows” is a perfect ending to the “Harry Potter” series. It’s personal, emotional and has the highest stakes of the series. 

Most of the book takes place outside of Hogwarts, with Harry, Ron Weasley and Hermione Granger on the move in search of horcruxes. This new dynamic creates an added tension which makes the eventual demise of Lord Voldemort even more satisfying. 

“Deathly Hallows” fires on all cylinders to deliver a mature and satisfying conclusion to the “Harry Potter” books.

2. “Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix”

I’m not going to lie, this ranking is probably surprising — heck, it surprised even me. But “Order of the Phoenix” is one of the best Harry Potter books, even though it was my least favorite entry as a kid.

The fifth Harry Potter book is the first to completely embrace a mature tone, perhaps to keep pace with its aging audience. Throughout the book, Harry has to deal with a Wizarding World that has turned its back on him and refuses to believe Lord Voldemort has returned. This concept sets up one of the most engaging plots of the series. 

“Order of the Phoenix” successfully changes the formula for what a “Harry Potter” book can be and presents its protagonist with mature, grown-up challenges.

1. “Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire”

The fourth “Harry Potter” book has and will always be my favorite. 

“Goblet of Fire” is peak Harry Potter. It includes the fantastical elements we have come to love from the series and has the most interesting story of the series. This entry also deals directly with concepts of death and evil, setting a darker tone for the rest of the series.

Rowling’s fourth “Harry Potter” entry provides fun, maturity, and most importantly escapism, making it the best book of one of the best series of all time.

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Warner Bros. Games has revealed that Harry Potter: Magic Awakened, a mobile game already released in the Chinese Mainland, Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan, is coming to the Americas, Europe, and Oceania territories this year. 

This mobile NetEase-developed title, which Warner Bros. Games describes as a “free-to-play immersive collectible card game and massively multiplayer wizarding dueling game featuring a blend of strategy roleplay,” has been live in China since last September. It’s been received quite well there; it topped local App Stores as the number one game in revenue. So, if this sounds right up your alley and you live in the U.S., Europe, or Oceania, you might have yet another new Harry Potter game to play this year (assuming Hogwarts Legacy is released this year, too). 

“Co-developed and co-published by Warner Bros. Games and NetEase Games, Harry Potter: Magic Awakened will launch globally later this year for iOS and Android as the latest title under Portkey Games, the label dedicated to creating new mobile and videogame experiences inspired by the Wizarding World that place the player at the center of their own adventure,” a press release reads. 

In Harry Potter: Magic Awakened, you play as a Wizard or Witch of your own creation as you embark on a new wizarding world adventure. As you might expect, Warner Bros. Games says you’ll run into original Harry Potter characters and new faces alike. As you progress through the story, you’ll learn spells and charms that you cast in the form of cards. You’ll need to accumulate magical knowledge to master these spells and create unique strategies and card combinations to win duels. Like any school year at Hogwarts, expect challenging trials, duels against fellow students, and plenty of magic lessons. 

If you live in the Americas, Europe, or Oceania, you can pre-register for Harry Potter: Magic Awakened starting today on Google Play or the game’s official website. Doing so will get you exclusive rewards when the game hits mobile later this year. After surpassing additional pre-register tiers, players can unlock extra prizes, including in-game currency, cosmetic items, and a Niffler card. 

While waiting for Harry Potter: Magic Awakened, check out the reveal trailer for Hogwarts Legacy and then read about how it was delayed out of 2021 and into 2022. Check out this story about how controversial Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling was not involved with the development of Hogwarts Legacy (although she’ll still be making money off of it) after that. 

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Harry Potter: The Exhibition was created and developed by Imagine Exhibitions in partnership with Warner Bros. Themed Entertainment in association with EMC Presents. The 18,000-square-foot exhibition features 21 celebratory galleries, including The Great Hall, Hogwarts™ castle, Hagrid’s Hut, Hogwarts Houses, and Newt’s Suitcase. Guests will transition into the exhibition from the iconic King’s Cross Station, where they will complete their Visitor Profile, selecting their Hogwarts house, wand, and Patronus as they set off on their personalized journey through the experience.

As visitors explore each gallery, their interactions are captured using RFID wristbands to deliver unique experiences linked to their visitor profile. They will get an up-close look at authentic props and original costumes from the Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts films and an opportunity to engage with innovative, awe-inspiring, and magical environments and installations in ways never before experienced in a touring exhibition.

EXHIBITION GALLERY HIGHLIGHTS

From Page to Screen showcases an original first edition of “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone” encased in a Gringotts-inspired vault and is surrounded by inspirational video and literary quotes, reconnecting guests to the story as they are introduced to the exhibition.

Hogwarts Castle features an immersive multimedia experience with iconic elements like the Whomping Willow, Dementors, and the Marauder’s Map, where guests will see their name appear, prompting them to continue their exploration of the exhibition.

The Great Hall is a projection-mapped space that allows visitors to celebrate magical seasonal moments on its majestic grounds.

The Hogwarts Houses gallery sets the foundation for the exhibition experience, allowing guests the opportunity to experience more personalized moments with the house they select during their preregistration. While guests may gravitate towards one house, this Gallery will enable visitors to experience all of the Hogwarts houses in a celebratory hall featuring an iconic Sorting Hat, perfect for photo ops, while surrounded by freshly designed house crests on meticulously created stained glass windows.

Hogwarts Classrooms are filled with iconic props, creatures, and costumes. Visitors will interact with magical lessons and games through digital touchscreens to reveal behind-the-scenes secrets about iconic classroom moments. They will brew potions in the Potions Classroom, predict the future in Divination, pot a mandrake in the Herbology Greenhouse, and use their digital wand to defeat a boggart in Defense Against the Dark Arts.

Hagrid’s Hut The Forbidden Forest offers an interactive  Patronus charm experience. Guests will then uncover iconic creatures, such as Centaurs and Acromantula, hidden in the forest and explore inside a recreation of Hagrid’s Hut.

Newt’s Suitcase photo opportunity allows guests to step inside his enchanted case and be surrounded by creatures seen in the Fantastic Beasts films.

An exclusive collection of Harry Potter™: The Exhibition merchandise will be available for guests to celebrate their fandom through an assortment of themed collections that span the expanded Wizarding World. Fans can choose from a range of products such as apparel, jewelry, and edible treats, including Chocolate Frogs and bottled Butterbeer, as well as rare collectible art from MinaLima, the graphic design duo on all Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts films.

In addition, MinaLima created a small number of two custom prints exclusive to this exhibition, one of which pays homage to Philadelphia, the host city–anchored by an image of The Franklin Institute. A limited-edition of 500 premium prints, hand-signed by Studio MinaLima founders Miraphora Mina and Eduardo Lima, this Philadelphia Print is intended to be displayed in conjunction with the Commemorative Exhibition Art Print.          

“We are so excited to be partnering with Imagine Exhibition and bringing the magic to Philadelphia and officially opening the doors to this awe-inspiring interactive experience,” said Peter van Roden, Senior Vice President of Warner Bros. Themed Entertainment. “This Exhibition is an incredible way for Wizarding World fans to celebrate the world of Hogwarts and beyond — bringing them up close and personal with their favorite props, costumes, creatures, sets, and more.”

“Harry Potter: The Exhibition brings iconic moments that are beloved by fans across the world to life in an immersive and innovative way, providing an experience like none other, and we are thrilled that The Franklin Institute is the first to host this incredible exhibition,”  said Larry Dubinski, president and CEO of The Franklin Institute.

“We are humbled to be partnered with Warner Bros.Themed Entertainment to present an all-new extension of experiences celebrating the Wizarding World,” said Tom Zaller, president and CEO of Imagine Exhibitions. “Harry Potter: The Exhibition uses best-in-class immersive design and technology to deliver an unforgettable personalized experience, and we are so proud and excited to bring this exhibition to life.” 

Notes to the Editors:

Harry Potter: The Exhibition is slated to tour globally to Latin America, the Asia-Pacific Region (APAC), Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA).

The Franklin Institute is proud to present and play host to the world premiere of Harry Potter: The Exhibition in the Nicholas and Athena Karabots Pavilion and the Mandell Center through September 18, 2022. PECO, the premier corporate partner of The Franklin Institute, is an associate sponsor of the exhibition

Harry Potter: The Exhibition is open daily from 9:30 am–8 pm and requires special timed tickets; advance reservations are strongly recommended. Daytime Tickets: 9:30 am–5 pm, Adult $43; Child $39 + includes admission to The Franklin Institute. Evening Tickets: 5 pm–8 pm, Adult $30; Child $30.

Fans are encouraged to follow Harry Potter: The Exhibition on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter, as well as all social media channels for The Franklin Institute.  #HarryPotterExhibition

About Wizarding World
In the years since Harry Potter was whisked from King’s Cross Station onto Platform nine and three quarters, his incredible adventures have left a unique and lasting mark on popular culture. Eight Blockbuster Harry Potter films based on the original stories by J.K. Rowling have brought the magical stories to life, and today, the Wizarding World is recognized as one of the world’s best-loved brands.

 Representing a vast interconnected universe, it also includes two epic Fantastic Beasts films (the third releasing in 2022), Harry Potter and the Cursed Child – the multi-award-winning stage-play, state-of-the-art video and mobile games from Portkey Games, innovative consumer products, thrilling live entertainment (including four theme park lands) and insightful exhibitions.

This expanding portfolio of Warner Bros. owned Wizarding World experiences also includes Harry Potter New York – a brand new flagship store, Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter, Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo, and the Platform 9 3⁄4 retail shops. The Wizarding World continues to evolve to provide Harry Potter fans with fresh and exciting ways to engage. For the worldwide fan community, and for generations to come, it welcomes everyone in to explore and discover the magic for themselves.

About Warner Bros. Themed Entertainment
Warner Bros. Themed Entertainment (WBTE), part of WarnerMedia Global Brands and Experiences, is a worldwide leader in the creation, development, and licensing of location-based entertainment, live events, exhibits, and theme park experiences based on WarnerMedia’s iconic characters, stories, and brands. WBTE is home to the groundbreaking global locations of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi, WB Movie World Australia, and countless other experiences inspired by DC, Looney Tunes, Scooby, Game of Thrones, Friends, and more. With best-in-class partners, WBTE allows fans worldwide to physically immerse themselves inside their favorite brands and franchises.

WIZARDING WORLD and all related trademarks, characters, names, and indicia are © ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. Publishing Rights © JKR. (s22)

About Imagine Exhibitions
A world leader in narrative-driven, immersive experiences, Imagine Exhibitions, Inc., creates, markets, and operates sophisticated, high-quality experiences for museums, brands, venues, and integrated resorts across the globe. From ideation to operation, Imagine’s team of industry pioneers draws upon decades of success in the fields of immersive design, storytelling, and entertainment to consistently create and implement memorable and thought-provoking environments. The company’s custom experiences deliver focused messaging and serve to increase attendance wherever they are presented.  Imagine Exhibitions, Inc., a global pioneer in traveling entertainment responsible for the creations of many internationally recognized exhibitions such as Titanic: The Exhibition, The Hunger Games: The Exhibition, Angry Birds: The Art Science Behind a Global Phenomenon, Jurassic World: The Exhibition, and Downton Abbey: The Exhibition.

Imagine Exhibitions currently presents and operates more than 40 unique exhibitions in museums, science centers, aquariums, integrated resorts, and non-traditional venues worldwide. The Company also continues to design, open, and operate its own venues and create and implement permanent and semi-permanent museum, brand, and entertainment properties. For more information, visit www.ImagineExhibitions.com or find us on Facebook. 

About EMC Presents
EMC Presents is a partnership between CTS Eventim, one of the leading international providers of ticketing services and live entertainment, and award-winning tour promoter and producer Michael Cohl, creating one of the strongest global networks of promoters and venues. The partnership provides a comprehensive worldwide live entertainment platform, creating extraordinary shows and experiences, from concept creation to production and promotion. Michael Cohl’s career spans over 45 years as a Producer and Promoter for iconic entertainers, having worked with the world’s most recognized artists, including Barbra Streisand, Oprah Winfrey, The Rolling Stones, Pink Floyd, U2, Michael Jackson, Frank Sinatra, and many more.  Michael’s strategies are credited with revolutionizing the touring industry worldwide. Besides his storied history in the music industry, Cohl has promoted multiple successful exhibitions, including the original King Tut exhibit, “John Lennon: The New York City Years,” Bodies: The Exhibition, Jurassic World: The Exhibition, and Pink Floyd: Their Mortal Remains. Cohl, previously the chairman of Live Nation, was inducted into the Canadian Rock n Roll/Music Hall of Fame and has received a star on Canada’s Walk of Fame. Among his many other awards, Cohl has also been honored with an Emmy, the Billboard Legend of Live Award, the TJ Martell Foundation Man of the Year Award, a Peabody Award, and a JUNO Award for Special Achievement.

About The Franklin Institute
Located in the heart of Philadelphia, The Franklin Institute is a renowned and innovative leader in science and technology learning and a dynamic center of activity. As Pennsylvania’s most visited museum, it is dedicated to creating a passion for learning about science by offering access to hands-on science education.  For more information, visit www.fi.edu.

SOURCE The Franklin Institute

Alex Skor of Inventor Headquarters celebrated the 20th anniversary of Harry Potter films in 2021 with “Harry Potter and the Prisoners of Cyberpunk”, a clever reimagination of the trailer from the 2001 film Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone and other films from the franchise.

In this version, Harry has been deemed a coding wizard and is enrolled in the “Hogwarts School of Hackercraft and Coding” where he and his friends work with electronics of all shapes and sizes to complete his schoolwork, ensure fairness among the students, and even discover who killed his parents.

An eleven-year old boy gets a visit from a giant Hikikomori and finds out that he is a wizard-level programmer and is already enrolled in Hogwarts School of Hackercraft and Coding.

Harry Potter fans across the world are waiting with anticipation for the release of the full trailer for Fantastic Beasts 3, which is due for release in 2022.

Ahead of the trailer release, a teaser trailer has been published with fans able to relive many of the highlights of Harry Potter’s story to date.

Watch Fantastic Beasts 3 trailer teaser

The teaser trailer features clips and a look across all of Harry Potter‘s success, from the original books and movies right through to theme parks and Broadway productions.

We see famous clips from the film series and even a very brief glimpse of Gellert Grindelwald, to build excitement ahead of the full trailer launch.

When will the Fantastic Beasts 3 trailer be released?

The full trailer will be released on Monday, December 13, 2021, to give us our first glimpse of what the movie will tell us.

We already know that Newt Scamander and Albus Dumbledore are in for some trouble as Gellert Grindelwald looks to take power, but scant details have been revealed about the plot to date.

Who will star in Fantastic Beasts 3?

The headline news is that Johnny Depp will not be returning as Grindelwald following his resignation from the role, though he had filmed one scene in character before that.

Mads Mikkelsen will take over the role, having starred in films such as Doctor Strange and Hannibal.

Returning cast include Eddie Redmayne as Newt Scamander. Katherine Waterston as Tina Goldstein, Jude Law as Albus Dumbledore, Dan Fogler as Jacob Kowalski and Alison Sudol as Queenie Goldstein.

When will Fantastic Beasts 3 be released?

Fantastic Beasts 3 will be released in the United Kingdom on April 8, 2022, with a US release date a week later, on April 15, 2022.

The film was originally set for release in November 2021, but the pandemic caused delays to filming which pushed back the release date.

Johnny Depp‘s resignation led to Warner Bros initially pushing the launch back even further, to July 2022, but they have since brought it forward to April 2022.

If you’re already a Feedly user, you know the power of being able to create a personalized feed for your interests. Most blogs and other news sources already use RSS to integrate to Feedly, but what if you find one that doesn’t?

Well, now Feedly has a custom RSS Builder tool, so you can create your own feeds for websites that don’t have RSS.

That gives you all the power of Feedly and its AI research assistant, Leo; for any website you find. Maybe you regularly check out fringe sources or small websites that don’t have a developer on hand to add RSS. This is perfect for those sites.

Here’s how to build custom RSS feeds on Feedly

You’ll need to be either a Pro+ or Enterprise subscription user to do this. Pro+ users can create up to 25 RSS feeds, while Enterprise ones can create up to 100.

1. Head to feedly.com and sign in

2. Click on the Follow New Sources button

3. Paste the URL of the website you want to create an RSS feed from, into the search box

4. Click on the Build RSS Feed button

5. Click on any article on the left to create the RSS feed. If it looks correct, click on the Build RSS Feed button

6. Name your new feed (we suggest the website’s name), and add it to your category feed of choice.

That’s it, now you’ve got a custom RSS feed of a website that doesn’t have its own RSS feed set up. It’s a handy tool, with a couple of big limitations.

You have to create the RSS feeds using the web app, but they show up in the mobile apps after that. Mac users will have to install another browser to use the web app, as Safari’s security settings won’t let the necessary code run.

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