For Immediate Release Contact: Noelle D’Andrea
May 1, 2007 (330) 414-9157
HarryPotter@blueheronbookstore.com
Become Part of the Magical World of Harry Potter
Harry Potter Fest July 20th/21st
Peninsula, Ohio – To celebrate the launch of J.K. Rowling’s seventh Harry Potter book, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, the Village of Peninsula will transform into an Enchanted Village and the World of Harry Potter. Area retailers will magically transfigure into places from the books, such as Flourish & Blotts (Blue Heron Book Store), Slug & Jiggers Apothecary (Crooked River Herb Farm Shop), Honeydukes Sweet Shop (Yellow Creek Trading Company), Eeylops Owl Emporium (The Downtown Emporium), and Ollivander’s Wand Shop (Elements Gallery) to name a few. Additionally, fans can attend special themed events throughout the festivities, including a ride on the Wizard Express (Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad), a Feast in the Great Hall (Happy Days Visitor Center), Start of Term Ball (G.A.R. Hall), Hogwarts Classes (Boston Township Hall), Sorting Ceremonies, and a Quidditch Match. Witches, wizards and favorite characters from the stories will roam the streets of the Enchanted Village (Peninsula) and the Forbidden Forest (Cuyahoga Valley National Park).
"Harry Potter Fest is one of the largest Harry Potter parties in the country", said Debbie D’Andrea of the Blue Heron Bookstore. "We were mentioned in USA today for the last Harry Potter Fest book release party because of the unique, special events we hosted and the tremendous turnout of Harry Potter fans. There’s no better place to be to celebrate the release of the last Harry Potter book than in Peninsula, Ohio at Harry Potter Fest."
Visit the Enchanted Village July 20th/21st from 6:00 PM–1:00AM. Discover the surprises area retailers and restaurants have in store including special menus, activities, games, contests, prizes and more. A Knight Bus will also be available to transport visitors to area parking lots.
Peninsula’s Chief McCue of the Peninsula Police Department and Chief Riedel of the Valley Fire Department have graciously given their time and professional advice to help ensure a safe and magical evening.
Purchasing your copy of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows in advance from the Blue Heron Bookstore entitles you to register for Harry Potter Fest, attend special events and a receive a 15% discount on the book. Call (330) 657-2575 or go online at www.blueheronbookstore.com as books & events are limited.
The Blue Heron Bookstore is a locally owned, independent bookstore located at 1593 Main Street in Peninsula, Ohio on State Route 303 between Riverview and Akron-Peninsula Roads.
We appreciate your support of local, independent bookstores.
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