On their day off in Philadelphia, in order to adapt to the time difference and the effects of jet-lag before embarking on their 20-city North American tour., many member of Mazowsze were eager to visit Philadelphia's Liberty Bell - not for its historical significance, but because the Liberty Bell and its inscription figured prominently in the in the plot of the 2004 adventure thriller National Treasure: Book of Secrets starring Nicolas Cage. In Poland the film was called Skarb Narodów: Księga Tajemnic.
According to legend, the Liberty Bell was first struck on July 8, 1776, as a call to the citizens of Philadelphia to the reading of the Declaration of Independence. It is also said that the bell was rung in 1774 to announce the meeting of the First Continental Congress, as well as in 1775 after the battles of Lexington and Concord. Although it is disputed as to whether or not the bell was rung at each and every one of these events, it is nevertheless quite clear that what started out as a simple court house tower bell has now become an international symbol of freedom.
The Liberty Bell inscription is a quote from the Bible: “Proclaim liberty throughout all the land unto all the inhabitants thereof" —Lev. XXV, v.x.
After a company meeting to surrender passports for Social Security purposes, the company made a trip to a nearby Walmart to seek supplies, like water, juice, bananas, grapes and other items to have in their hotels and for the bus travel from city-to-city.
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| Vocal soloist Filip Micek shopping in Walmart |
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| Everyday low prices at Walmart |
According to the current travel restrictions, the company was only allowed to bring only one suitcase. This will make bus travel easier, but places a burden on the members regarding daily supplies. Mazowsze also needed to purchase basic items for their backstage preparation such as hairspray (they use TRESemmé aerosol) and Kleenex tissues.
The Walmart was not a Super-Walmart and was limited regarding food purchases. In search of fresh bread and produce, the company venture across the parking lot to Super Fresh supermarket. They noticed that the prices for items was higher, but they also found certain products that they needed. Despite the expense, the variety was more extensive. Some ventured to the electronics department to begin checking out prices and new products. Again they await a more extensive selection later in the tour at either a Super-Walmart or Best Buy. 
Upon return many ventured for a night out and continued walking tour of Philadelphia. Conductor Bogusław Kręgielewski headed to hear a concert by the Philadelphia Philharmonic - which he considered a "once in a lifetime opportunity."Additions to this entry will be made.
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| South Broad St. from the Hotel window |
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