The show will also feature talks, workshops, fan meetings, themed events and lectures.

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We've held science-themed events like Astronomy Night here at the White House.

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Bringing in neighborhood artists, musicians and craftspeople to promote their talents at themed events, as well as popular local authors for book signing receptions, also helps bring the customers streaming in.

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The TIA's Allen Kay says these travelers generally head to either a big city or regional holiday destinations with themed Christmas events.

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One of the few Vegas-themed booth events.

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The operation will "run for 66 days and cover over 1, 000 venues, including those hosting Olympic and Paralympic sports, cultural events and 2012-themed celebrations taking place across the capital, " the website says.

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The operation will "run for 66 days and cover over 1, 000 venues, including those hosting Olympic and Paralympic sports, cultural events and 2012-themed celebrations taking place across the capital, " the Met website says.

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These screens would also adapt to public events throughout the city, from NYC marathon mileage markers to themed banners, celebrating with the city during its many parades, its creators claim.

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