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Disneyland Celebrates Ashley Eckstein’sโ€˜ Star Wars Everydayโ€™ Book Release on Nov. 5th

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Star Wars Everyday

Disneyland Celebrates Ashley Eckstein’sโ€˜ “Star Wars Everyday” Book Release on Nov. 5th

Ashley Eckstein, the voice of Ahsoka Tano on Star Wars: The Clone Wars, has released a new book, โ€œStar Wars Everyday: A Year of Activities, Recipes and Crafts from a Galaxy Far, Far Awayโ€. The book is a 12-month guide to party planning, crafting, and cooking inspired by a galaxy from far, far away and Disneyland will be celebrating with a meet & greet on November 5th.

Related – Ashley Eckstein leads Cast Member Wellness Event at Galaxyโ€™s Edge

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The Ultimate Lifestyle Book for Star Wars Fans

From building an Ewok (Bird) House to hosting a May the 4th movie night, โ€œStar Wars Everydayโ€ is packed with crafting projects, recipes, mindfulness exercises, and party planning ideas that are fun and accessible for Star Wars fans of any age. In her introduction, Eckstein shares: โ€œThrough this book, Iโ€™m thrilled to share some of the many ways that I incorporate Star Wars into my daily routine throughout the yearโ€ฆIโ€™ve organized the book by month, with a theme each month that relates to a lesson that Star Wars explores, such as hope, love, or friendship.โ€

Related – Ashley Eckstein and Rosario Dawson Share Online Exchange Over Ahsokaโ€™s โ€˜The Mandalorianโ€™ Appearance

How to Make Yoda Punch for Your Next Holiday Gathering

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โ€œYoda Punchโ€ from โ€œStar Wars Everydayโ€ is inspired by its namesake, Jedi Master Yoda. This drink really packs a punch with a mix of earthy matcha tones, tropical fruit flavors, and chewy Boba balls. 

MAKES: 2 DRINKS

4 tablespoons instant tapioca pearl. black sugar flavor

2 kiwis, plus 1 more for garnish(optional)1 cup pineapple juice

1 teaspoon sweetened matcha powder

8 ounces fizzy water or ginger ale, depending on desired sweetness


1. Prepare the tapioca pearls according to the package directions, and set aside.

2. Peel, core, and roughly chop the kiwis.

3. Combine the pineapple juice, kiwi, and matcha powder in a blender, and blend until smooth.

4. To serve: Fill two large glass tumblers with crushed ice.

5. Split the fruit mixture between the glasses, and ladle half the tapioca pearls into each glass.

6. Top with fizzy water or ginger ale.

7. To garnish, quarter the additional kiwi, cutting a small slit in the center or each quarter. Place two quarters on the rim or each glass for ears, and, using a short skewer, secure two pearls tor eyes.

In between other recipes for Reyโ€™s Polystarch Portion Bread and Twin Suns Golden Milk, readers can learn how to set up stations around their backyards and local parks to โ€œtrain like a Jedi.โ€ Looking to give an oldย Star Warsย t-shirt a second life?ย โ€œStar Wars Everydayโ€ย shows you how to upcycle the fabric into a backpack. A great gift for families, this book is a fantastic way to create interactive, galactic adventures for both parents and children.

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Meet author, actress, entrepreneur, and fangirl Ashley Eckstein at Disneyland Resort on November 5, 2022 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Disneyana on Main Street, U.S.A. in Disneyland park and from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Star Wars Trading Post in Downtown Disney District. Signed copies of โ€œStar Wars Everydayโ€ will be available for purchase.

To enter a park, both a theme park reservation and a valid admission for the same park on the same date are required. Theme park reservations are limited, subject to availability, and are not guaranteed. Entertainment, experiences, and offerings may be modified, limited in availability or unavailable, and subject to restrictions, and change or cancellation without notice. Park admission and offerings are not guaranteed.

Will you be purchasing Ashley’s new book?

Hocus Pocus Star Says Initial Script was “Much Scarier”ย 

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What if โ€œHocus Pocusโ€ had been a different kind of Halloween movie? According to Vinessa Shaw, who played Allison, one of the three kids from the original movie, the original script featured witches who were more sinister as villains.

“I remember reading an original draft that was much scarier, and that was the draft we auditioned with,” Shaw toldย EWย in a recent interview about the production of the 1993 Disney film.

“When we started shooting, it became a funny version, much lighter. It had the female Three Stooges element in it, and all the choreography that was added lent itself to a much more comedic movie bringing out the strengths of the actresses,” she continued, referencing stars Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Kathy Najimy.

Related: Cast in Bronze Returns to Walt Disney World for the Holidays

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When asked for details on the differences between the original screenplay for the film, Shaw points to the Sanderson Sisters’ dialogue. “It wasn’t them fumbling around and bumping into each other, it was straightforward. It was more like the Wicked Witch of the West inย The Wizard of Oz; it had a darker, ‘I’ll get you, my pretty’ quality. They’re a trifecta and can’t do anything without the other, which was stronger in the second draft,” she remembers.

Meanwhile, Hocus Pocus 2 is currently available for streaming on Disney+.

Itโ€™s been 29 years since someone lit the Black Flame Candle and resurrected the 17th-century sisters who were executed for practicing witchcraft, and they are looking for revenge. Now it is up to three high-school students to figure out how to stop the ravenous witches from wreaking a new kind of havoc on Salem before midnight on All Hallowโ€™s Eve.

Related: More dates have sold out for Mickeyโ€™s Very Merry Christmas Party

Come back here onย Chip & Co.ย for the latest theme park and entertainment news updates!

Cast Members Celebrate Halloween at Fort Wilderness with Annual Golf Cart Parade

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Cast Members Celebrate Halloween at Fort Wilderness with Annual Golf Cart Parade.

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You can watch the full golf cart parade in the video link below!

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Itโ€™s a great annual tradition at Walt Disney World! We love how clever the Fort Wilderness guests are when it comes to decorating their carts.

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Also, take a closer look at these amazing golf cart designs!

Related: Scented Beignets Collection Spotted At Disneyโ€™s Port Orleans Resort!

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The Star Wars AT-AT design is a fun concept.

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We enjoy seeing the Cruella cart, too!

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Itโ€™s great to see members of the Disney community having Halloween fun!

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Which of these Halloween golf carts are your favorites? Tell us in the comments!

Related: Scented Beignets Collection Spotted At Disneyโ€™s Port Orleans Resort!

Come back here on Chip & Co. for the latest theme park and entertainment news updates!

Video Credit: Mouse Steps / JWL Media on YouTube

IAAPA Announces 2022 IAAPA Hall of Fame Inductees

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IAAPA Hall of Fame Inductees
2022 IAAPA Hall of Fame Inductees

IAAPA Announces 2022 IAAPA Hall of Fame Inductees. From Disneyland to Children’s Television Network Execs, this year IAAPA Hall of Fame is filled with some of the top names of the Theme Park industry from the past, and some that continue on to today building new experiences for kids of all ages.

The four newest inductees set to join the IAAPA Hall of Fame ranks represent some of the finest leaders of the global attractions industry and represent decades of innovation and evolution that have shaped the industry across a number of brands and sectors.

The IAAPA Hall of Fame celebrates and honors those extraordinary pioneers who have seen their personal dreams through to completion not for their own success, but for the growth and betterment of the entire industry.

This yearโ€™s honorees include:

Related: IAAPA Expo Hosting Epcot 40th Anniversary Panel

2022 IAAPA Hall of Fame Inductees
IAAPA Hall of Fame Inductees

Joan Ganz Cooneyย was a pioneer in edutainment, something that has greatly and directly influenced theme parks. From Sesame Place to KidZania and LEGOLAND, her influence is seen in the interactive exhibits at museums and zoos, education-based programming incorporated into attractions, and even in FECs. The opportunity for education through entertainment was the very foundation of the Childrenโ€™s Television Workshop. It was her idea. It was her passion.

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IAAPA Hall of Fame Inductees

Xavier Lopez Anconaย is the driving force behind KidZania, the role-playing edutainment concept as its international proliferation. He took the simple idea of child role-playing and turned it into a major, heavily invested and extremely innovative attraction, to be located in retail malls. The concept to a completely new approach to children’s attractions, allowing kids to play as adults in a city built to their scale. Bringing his business and consulting experience to the concept, he thought outside of industry norms and created the links with business and sponsors that underpin the business model and drive KidZania’s success. KidZania now operates in more than 15 countries and continues to develop new sites with franchises around the world.

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Darrell Metzgerย is a true icon of our industry. He has bridged more than four decades of working in the industry and built a successful global track record in the development, operation and revival of leisure/resort/residential communities and attractions. He is one of the very few professionals that built excellent expertise in the positioning and repositioning of major destinations, theme parks and resorts on a global scale. Mr. Metzgerโ€™s professional highlights include Disneyland Resort, California; Tokyo Disney Resort, Tokyo; Ocean Park Resort, Hong Kong; Atlantis Adventures, Hawaii; Sentosa Island Resort, Singapore; and Legoland Resort, Malaysia.

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IAAPA Hall of Fame Inductees

IAAPA Hall of Fame Inductees

Dennis Speigelย has loved the amusement and leisure industry for more than 60 years. His passion for the industry came when he was just 13, a young ticket taker at Coney Island Amusement Park in Cincinnati. It was 1959 โ€“ now over six decades ago. Since that time, He has traveled the world advising and consulting investors, bankers, developers, students, enthusiasts, researchers, suppliers, and buyers. Called almost daily, Mr. Speigel has long been regarded the โ€œgo toโ€ guy when an opinion or the most updated information is being sought. His professional highlights include Kings Island, Ohio; Taft Broadcasting, Virginia; and founding International Theme Park Services.

โ€œWe could not be more thrilled with this yearโ€™s Hall of Fame inductees,โ€ said Michael Collins,ย chairman of the IAAPA Hall of Fame and Archives Committee and senior partner with Leisure Development Partners LLP. โ€œThese four individuals truly represent more than 100 years of influence and imagination that has resonated throughout our industry.”

Hall of Fame inductees will be officially announced and celebrated atย IAAPA Expo 2022,ย taking place at theย Orange County Convention Centerย Nov. 14-18. IAAPA Hall of Fame Inductees

The IAAPA Hall of Fame was established in 1990 to honor legends and pioneers for their significant and lasting contributions to the growth and development of the global attractions industry. Over the past 32 years, dozens of industry pioneers from around the world have been inducted to the IAAPA Hall of Fame including Walt Disney (The Walt Disney Company); Milton Hershey (Hersheypark); Dick Knoebel (Knoebels Amusement Resort); Bo Kinntorph (Liseberg); Will Koch (Holiday World & Splashinโ€™ Safari); Jack Lindquist (Disneyland); Franz Mack (Mack Rides/Europa-Park); Bob Rogers (BRC Imagination Arts); Jay Stein (Universal Studios Florida); Geoffrey Thompson (Blackpool Pleasure Beach); Tom Williams (Universal Parks & Resorts); Antonio Zamperla (Zamperla); Philippe de Villiers (Puy du Fou); Henri and Pamela Landwirth (Give Kids The World); and Richard M. Sherman (Iconic Disney Songwriter).

Watch the official announcement videoย hereย on the IAAPA News Hub.

Related: Tony Baxter inducted to IAAPA Hall of Fame

Magical Disney Parks Chibi Backpack And Wallet From Loungefly!

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Disney Parks Chibi Backpack

Magical Disney Parks Chibi Backpack And Wallet From Loungefly!

Head to the most magical place on earth in style with this adorable backpack and wallet with Chibi style artwork inspired in Disney Parks icons! We spotted them at Disney Springs for $75 and $50 each.

Related – New Fuzzy Zootopia Loungefly Backpack Spotted At Walt Disney World!

The backpack has a beautiful light blue color with an all over pattern of Disney Parks icons featuring a castle, Mickey balloons, Mickey, Darth Vader, Mad Hatter, Hitchhiking Ghosts, Dopey, Minnie, Buzz and many more!

It also features silver hardware and dark blue details around the zipper and straps. The inside print features colorful Mickey balloons for an enchanting and fun touch.

There is also a matching wallet with the same all over pattern featuring Disney Parks icons. You can take a closer look at this magical set in our instagram post:

Haunted Mansion Light Up Chess Set For A Spooky Game Night!

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Haunted Mansion Light Up Chess Set

Haunted Mansion Light Up Chess Set For A Spooky Game Night!

Don’t be afraid to make a move on this Haunted Mansion chess set inspired in the popular Disney attraction that also lights up! We found it at Memento Mori in Magic Kingdom Park for $99.99. It is also available online at shopDisney so hurry up and order yours before it disappears.

Related – The Haunted Mansion Madame Leota Pillow Materialized At Disney Springs!

The chess set includes a light-up chessboard and 32 pieces (16 white/16 blue) plus a USB cable to charge up the board. The pieces are inspired in the Haunted Mansion characters like Hitchhiking Ghosts, Madame Leota, Hatbox Ghost, Decapitated Knight, Caretaker, raven pawns, and bat pawns.

It is a great piece to collect even if you don’t know how to play chess, it could make a great display item in your home! Will you be adding this to your Christmas wishlist? We think you should!

Mickey’s Tree Farm Sweatshirt To Cozy Up This Holiday Season!

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Mickey’s Tree Farm Sweatshirt To Cozy Up This Holiday Season!

Stay warm and cozy in a magical festive style with this retro looking Mickey and friends Christmas sweatshirt! Designed by WhittakerFields on Etsy, you can order yours here with a starting price of $31.94 depending if you prefer a crewneck style or a hoodie.

Related – Color Changing Mickey Christmas Lights Tumbler For This Holiday Season!

The artwork is super cute with Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Daisy Goofy and Pluto getting ready for the holiday season! It also features text that says “Farm Fresh Christmas Trees” at the top and “Mickey’s Tree Farm” at the bottom.

You can pick between a variety of colors which is super convenient for everyone! Order yours and have a happy holiday season!

Mickey Pumpkin Glow In The Dark Suit And Tie Spotted At Disney Springs!

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Mickey Pumpkin Glow In The Dark Suit And Tie Spotted At Disney Springs!

Light up the party with a spooky dapper touch while wearing this fun Mickey Pumpkin blazer that also glows in the dark so you can stand out even more! We found it at World of Disney in Disney Springs for $59.99. You can now also get it online at shopDisney with a special markdown price of $41.99!

Related – Giant HTF Light-Up Mickey Pumpkin spotted in Walt Disney World

This suit features a fun all over pattern of Mickey pumpkins, skulls with Mickey ears, Mickey icons and pumpkins that glow in the dark plus a bowtie that lights up with multicolor twinkling LED lights!

We know Halloween is pretty much over but is a fun item to have and save for the next spooky season specially now that is on sale.

Scented Beignets Collection Spotted At Disney’s Port Orleans Resort!

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Scented Beignets Collection

Scented Beignets Collection Spotted At Disney’s Port Orleans Resort!

Our dreams wouldn’t be complete without some delicious beignets in them! We recently found the scented beignets collection at Jackson Squares Gifts & Desires shop at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort that includes a mug, Minnie ears and more. We want them all!

Related – New Loungefly Scented Mickey Mouse Ice Cream Bar Ears Now At Walt Disney World!

BEIGNETS MINNIE EARS – $44.99

The first item that caught our eye was this Minnie ears headband featuring Mickey shaped beignets as ears with a white bow in the middle and a “Beignet All Day” quote on the back. Plus they are also scented! You will be craving some men catching beignets all day for sure.

BEIGNET ALL DAY MUG – $14.99

Scented Beignets Collection

Imagine having your favorite morning beverage on this mug and start your day with some warm delicious beignets, sounds like a dream for sure! This fun mug features a nice blue color with artwork featuring a Mickey shaped beignet and text that says “Beignet All Day” plus some powdered sugar dust all around.

BEIGNET ALL DAY T-SHIRT – $24.99

Scented Beignets Collection

If you want to show off your love for this sweet treat, this blue t-shirt with a “Beignet All Day” quote and a Mickey shaped beignet on it is a perfect way to do it.

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Scented Beignets Collection

Finally, we found this gray t-shirt inspired in the Scat Cats club at Disney’s Port Orleans: French Quarter that features delicious treats plus a fun jazz theme.

Right now this Scented Beignets Collection is only available at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort but we hope to see it available at shopDisney again soon!

Toy Story Characters Meeting Guests Once Again in Hollywood Studios

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Toy Story Characters Meeting Guests Once Again in Hollywood Studios

Toy Story characters have returned to Toy Story Land in Disney’s Hollywood Studios for meet and greets! Andy’s toys are back and we can’t wait to meet them again.

Related – Green Army Men Return to Hollywood Studios

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Disney had previously shared that the toys would return but we didn’t know when. Starting yesterday, three of our favorite toys are back for daily meet and greets.

Buzz Lightyear was meeting with guests near Slinky Dog Dash while Woody and Jessie could be found near the entrance to Toy Story Land.

Related – Magical Holiday Decorations Have Arrived To Disneyโ€™s Hollywood Studios!

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Itโ€™s Playtime, Kids

Round up the gang and get those batteries charged! Shake the snakes out of your boots and say howdy to Sheriff Woody. Yodel a hello to Jessie the Cowgirl. Remember to greet Buzz Lightyear with your best Space Ranger saluteโ€”heโ€™s always looking for a few good toys.

These pals had some amazing adventures together, and now theyโ€™re looking forward to making new memories with you.

Which toy are you hoping to meet the next time you are in Toy Story Land? Don’t forget the Green Army Drum Corp has also returned to Toy Story Land as well!

If you’d like to plan your next trip to Disney’s Hollywood Studios, contact me today! I am a travel agent with Destinations to Travel and my services are complimentary.

Man arrested for attempting to sneak into the Magic Kingdom and assaulting Cast Members

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Man arrested for attempting to sneak into the Magic Kingdom and assaulting Cast Members

A 37-year-old Romanian citizen who lives in Virginia, Baica Crisan was recently arrested for sneaking into the Magic Kingdom with no ticket and assaulting two cast members according to an Orange County Sheriffโ€™s Office report.

According to the report Crisan walked through the turnstiles at the Magic Kingdom entrance without presenting a ticket for himself or his child, when Disney security attempted to stop the gentleman he became physical with the Disney Cast Member and pushed them out of the way.

When approached again further in the park he pushed that Cast Member out of the way as well and pretended he didn’t speak English, but according to the arrest report, he speaks English very well.

Related – Man arrested for attempting to bring a gun hidden in a backpack at Hollywood Studios

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Orange County Sheriff’s Office was called to assist with the unruly guest and he was arrested and taken to the Orange County Jail. Crisan was charged with two counts of misdemeanor battery on the Disney Cast Members, court records show.

The two Disney Cast Members were not injured, but both will be pressing charges.

Related – Best Disney World Hotels and Resorts according to Yelp

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The incident occurred on August 19th and could have been avoided if he would have purchased a ticket for himself and his child. Crisan resides in Virginia and since he lives out of state his bonds were doubled.

He is pleading not guilty and his attorney is not available for comment.

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