Magic of Lights OHJO is an annual event that takes place in Ontario, Canada. This event showcases a dazzling display of lights that truly creates a magical ambiance. It is held at the Wesley Clover Parks, a picturesque outdoor venue that becomes transformed into a winter wonderland during this time. The Magic of Lights OHJO event features various light displays, each more mesmerizing than the last. From giant Christmas trees to sparkling reindeer, there is something to captivate everyone's imagination. The lights are strategically placed to create a whimsical and enchanting atmosphere that transports visitors into a different world.
“Reiche, the biggest coffin maker in town, is making these on the side,” explains Robert Murch, the world’s foremost talking-board historian, and it’s these prototypes that became the Ouija board. “But it’s Kennard, when he leaves Chestertown for Baltimore in 1890, where he continues in the fertilizer game, and starts a real-estate business, who begins pitching what he says is his talking-board invention to potential investors.”
The story of the Ouija board, however, is more than a tale of snake oil salesmen duping the Victorian masses or, subsequently, a game of harmless fun at a million junior-high sleepovers. By comparison, Monopoly an early version was invented in 1903 wasn t popular until the Great Depression, when it fulfilled a kind of fantasy escapism.
The lights are strategically placed to create a whimsical and enchanting atmosphere that transports visitors into a different world. One of the main highlights of Magic of Lights OHJO is the drive-through experience. Visitors can slowly drive through the park, taking in the stunning scenes from the comfort of their own vehicle.
Not Dead Yet
Charles Kennard always had his eye out for a chance to make a buck, but he was not the greatest, nor the luckiest, businessman. It appears that he wasn’t the most honest guy, either. The second child of a successful Delaware merchant, Kennard moved to Maryland’s Eastern Shore in the late 1880s after developing “secret” bone-mix recipes for fertilizer. (In fairness, everyone in the fertilizer business claimed a “secret” recipe.) Following initial success, his Chestertown plant went to auction due to a combination of drought, competition, and debt. But all was not lost. A Prussian immigrant named E.C. Reiche kept an office next to Kennard’s on the first floor of the four-story, wood-frame hotel in Chestertown’s tiny business district. A furniture maker turned coffin maker turned undertaker—not an atypical career progression for the day—Reiche was also an inveterate tinkerer and Kennard had another plan.
Back story: Two generations earlier, a pair of girls in upstate New York named the Fox sisters, claiming to be mediums able to interpret mysterious “knocks” from the other side, had launched a spiritualist movement that continued to hold sway across the country. In fact, in the aftermath of the Civil War, with so many husbands, fathers, and sons lost in the conflict’s bloody battles, spiritualism—the belief the dead can speak to the living—had only gained steam with people desperate for a connection to departed loved ones and greater meaning for their own lives.
It’s in this context in 1886, during the period Kennard and Reiche shared a hallway, that newspaper reports began appearing about a “talking board” phenomenon sweeping Ohio, including an Associated Press story that ran in the local Kent County News. It’s also about this time, according a later Baltimore American story, that Kennard and Reiche—most likely inspired by the AP account—began collaborating and making at least a dozen of their own “talking” boards.
“Reiche, the biggest coffin maker in town, is making these on the side,” explains Robert Murch, the world’s foremost talking-board historian, and it’s these prototypes that became the Ouija board. “But it’s Kennard, when he leaves Chestertown for Baltimore in 1890, where he continues in the fertilizer game, and starts a real-estate business, who begins pitching what he says is his talking-board invention to potential investors.”
After numerous rejections, Elijah Bond, a local attorney who claimed his sister-in-law was a strong medium, finally took an interest. Soon enough, the Kennard Novelty Company, which incorporated the day before Halloween 125 years ago, began manufacturing Ouija boards much as they appear today. Bond was right about his sister-in-law, too: Helen Peters proved convincing enough with Kennard’s new talking board to win over a skeptical U.S. patent office. She not only gets credit for earning the stamp of legitimacy from the federal government, certifying the board delivered as promised, but also for “receiving” the O-U-I-J-A name from the board itself, which told her the strange word meant “good luck.”
(In truth, the name “Ouija” was written on the necklace locket that Peters was wearing at the time.)
This allows families and friends to enjoy the magic together, creating cherished memories along the way. In addition to the drive-through experience, Magic of Lights OHJO also offers a walking experience. This allows visitors to immerse themselves fully in the magical ambiance, strolling through the park and taking in all the intricate details of the light displays. The walking experience also offers the opportunity to interact with some of the displays up-close, adding an extra touch of wonder to the event. Aside from the mesmerizing lights, Magic of Lights OHJO also features other attractions and activities. There are vendors selling delicious festive treats and warm beverages, perfect for staying cozy during the event. Entertainment options such as live performances and music add to the overall festive atmosphere. The Magic of Lights OHJO event is a truly magical experience for people of all ages. Whether you are young or young at heart, this event captures the spirit of the holiday season and ignites a sense of wonder within. It brings joy and happiness to those who attend, creating a memorable and enchanting experience that will be cherished for years to come..
Reviews for "The psychology of light: understanding the emotional impact of ohjo lights"
1. Emily - 1 star
I was really disappointed with the Magic of Lights Ojai experience. I had heard such great things about it, but it definitely did not live up to the hype. First of all, the light displays were not very impressive. The colors were dull and the designs were uninspired. It felt like walking through a poorly decorated neighborhood during Christmas. Additionally, the staff was not very friendly or helpful. They seemed disinterested and unenthused about the event. Overall, I would not recommend Magic of Lights Ojai to anyone looking for a magical light display experience.
2. Jonathan - 2 stars
The Magic of Lights Ojai was just average in my opinion. The light displays were okay, but nothing special. I had expected more dazzling and intricate designs, but it felt like a lackluster effort. The organization of the event was also questionable. The lines were long, and the wait times were excessive. The whole experience ended up feeling more like a chore than a magical outing. I wouldn't go out of my way to attend Magic of Lights Ojai again.
3. Sarah - 2 stars
I wasn't impressed with the Magic of Lights Ojai show. The light displays were repetitive and lacked creativity. It felt like the same design was being repeated over and over again, which got boring after a while. The admission price was also quite high for what I got to see. I expected a more immersive and stunning experience for the cost. Overall, I left feeling underwhelmed and wishing I had spent my money elsewhere.