The atmosphere absorbed the sense of celebration that inhabited the country of Nova Pangaea; it wouldn’t be different in Astoria. An historical province important for the supernatural beings — 330 years ago — that were seeking a better place to live, a safe haven.
Streets were decorated, schools focused their classes to remember children of the importance of Founders day, covens and packs gathered to celebrate.
Astorians and tourists gained plenty of reasons to remain in the district during the following weeks as communication vehicles informed everyone of events that would occur in Astoria nearby the Founder’s Day. ‘You wouldn’t want to miss it, I sure won’t’. An anchor stated before the end of the program. If anyone wanted to know more about the upcoming events, they could easily find information in every social media related to Astoria.
Whether someone wanted a fast celebration such as the public art installation by the Memorial Park to appreciate the lights sharing part of Nova Pangaea’s history. Or to gather friends for a day at Axis Mundi for a horror night. Or simply enjoy the parade, there’s something for everyone to do to celebrate being part of history, to become part of another chapter and a bew cycle of Nova Pangaea.
Happy Founders Day, Astoria!
𝗢𝗢𝗖 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻:
Below you’ll find information about the three celebration that will happen in city and that could be used as part of your threads with each other. Attending to the event is not mandatory, therefore you’re not obligated to develop threads related to the event, though we reassure that it’s a fun one that could help you develop connections! Don’t forget to tag your starters related to the event as: astoriaevent01.
‘Our Lights’
Unraveling the inherent beauty of Memorial Park, the element of lights being used in art installations offer the ephemeral beauty of the history behind Astoria since its creation, the glow of each sculpture brings the attention deserved for this celebration; something to share with friends, family or to even admire on your own. Some large pieces of this installation are interactive, step by step you can hear more about Nova Pangaea or simply be mesmerized by the lights created by your own touch. And make sure to buy a souvenir as a reminder of this moment and this important day. The installation is on display through October, 15th to October 23rd.
Horror Nights
Once the park is closed to visitors that’s when the fun begins. Besides the entertainment of the amusement park already, make sure to step just outside of Astoria to head to Axis Mundi and enjoy the haunted houses spread nearby the usual rides and attractions. Have in mind the park will be closed to those younger than 16 from October 15th to October 23rd during the Horror Nights. From Revenge of the Mummy to the movie Halloween, you’ll be scared by some familiar faces! After all, not everything is about history, sometimes celebrating simply means to have some fun! If you’re thinking of putting together a Halloween costume, go ahead! Just don’t forget that for safety reasons, masks are not allowed.
Founder’s Day Parade
The Annual Founders Day Festival honors and celebrates the founding of Nova Pangaea in 1692. At the northern edge of central Astoria, you’ll be able to enjoy the Founder’s Day Parade. Gather around to spread your joy and energy to all volunteers and workers that are part of this important activity while celebrating Astoria’s community and Nova Pangaea’s history. The streets adjacent to the Elkwood Station will be closed on October 21st from 12pm-6pm, and its proximity to the train station it’s mostly to aid astorians and tourists to reach the parade faster!
Bash took the glow-stick crown he’d gotten at one of the installations and used his wind magic to push it away from his hands and let it slowly fall down on his head. “Tadah!” He adjusted the crown with a smile. “That’s about all I can do though,” he admitted. “Anything bigger and that great landing... not going to happen.” He wasn’t new to sharing his flaws, and Stella seemed to be actually interested in seeing what he could do. “I really... uhm, I mostly paid attention to my abstract ability, because it’s been cool to learn languages,” he said.
Bash was eating his way through another bag of caramel popcorn, enjoying the scent of them as he held it close to his face - just because he was afraid of dropping the whole bag if someone gave him a jump. Which, had happened twice so far, that was why this was his second bag already. He threw the bag in the air when out of nowhere appeared the mummy from the mummy, popcorn flying over his head and onto another person. “Not again! So sorry sir!”
Bash hadn’t been checked for their ID in years, and to be checked now felt... like a great compliment, because he felt like he was definitely over sixteen, but maybe he choice in clothing that night didn’t really help his cause. He was wearing a floral shirt, and khaki pants, because for an October night, it was kind of warm. His cheeks were warm from the cold, with blood rushing through them at the adrenaline of going to a horror night. “Yes, thank you,” he said, when he got his passport back and was let in, smiling brightly. “I can’t believe they thought I was sixteen,” he said with a wide smile to the closest person he could find.
Chan-Mi pressed her lips together and dug her arms deep into the pockets of her jacket. She was doing a great job at staying awake, although she didn’t sleep anymore, there were still moments when she felt tired. She wasn’t sure if it was fake, or if it was just her eyes being too dry. She was looking at the lights and finding the darkness surrounding them pulling at her sight. She squinted her eyes. “Do you think there are Vampires who still need to wear glasses?” she asked, with a glint of amusement at her how imagination.
Chan-Mi tapped Bram on his shoulder and produced a souvenir from the light installation, along with a glow-stick armband. “See, it’s getting very busy, and I was thinking we could do our own light show more to the back of the crowd,” she suggested, then pointed at her kids. “Also they’re occupied for the time being by that strange show there, I told Chrissie she’s in charge, she’s taking it way too serious.”
