Pretty Little Liars 5 Years Into The Future Special Event!

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November 20, 2015

In advance of the celebrated return of the hit original series “Pretty Little Liars,” the cast and crew sit down to discuss the highly anticipated series time jump with “Pretty Little Liars: 5 Years Forward,” a one-hour, behind-the-scenes special airing Tuesday, November 24 at 8:00 – 9:00 p.m. ET/PT.

To give viewers a taste of what’s to come, the special episode will reveal what the Liars have been up to inside and outside of Rosewood over the past five years. In addition to featuring conversations surrounding new careers and love interests, the episode will feature interviews with the team behind the Liars’ new looks. Fans will also be offered a glimpse at brand-new PLL sets and two new scenes that won’t be seen anywhere else. Plus, the PLL moms speculate about what happened to their characters after getting locked in the basement.

“Pretty Little Liars” is produced by Alloy Entertainment in association with Warner Horizon Television and is executive-produced by I. Marlene King, Oliver Goldstick, Leslie Morgenstein and Joseph Dougherty. The series stars Troian Bellisario, Ashley Benson, Tyler Blackburn, Lucy Hale, Ian Harding, Laura Leighton, Shay Mitchell, Janel Parrish and Sasha Pieterse.

Stay tuned for more PLL!

“Pretty Little Liars” premieres January 12 at 8/7c on Freeform, the new name for ABC Family

New Details Released on Disney’s Animal Kingdom’s ‘Rivers of Light’

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

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November 20, 2015

A sneak peek has been released on the “Rivers of Light” nighttime experience that will debut in Animal Kingdom in Spring 2016.

The show will take place with the Tree of Life setting the backdrop along Discovery River between Expedition Everest and Discovery Island. “Rivers of Light” will feature mystical hosts that arrive with gifts of light. They perform elaborate dances of water and light to summon animal spirits.

As the enchanting story continues to build magical fireflies transform the Tree of Life by awakening the animal spirits and bringing them to “light”, all ending in an explosion of Animal life.

Master Puppet Designer, Michael Curry, composer Mark Mancina, and Disneynature filmmakers collaborated with Disney Imagineers and Creative Entertainment to bring this nighttime spectacular to life. This show will give Animal Kingdom an awe inspiring end of day experience for guests.

Enjoy your sneak peek and follow along with Chip and Company in the following months as details continue to be unveiled.

For more information on planning a 2016 trip to Walt Disney World contact [email protected].

Photo and video credit Disney Parks Blog.

Disney Store Unveils “Share the Magic” Campaign

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Danielle

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November 20, 2015

The Disney Store announced the launch of it’s “Share the Magic” holiday campaign today! This pixie dust filled campaign includes 11 full days of Magical Friday (Black Friday) deals, as well as in-store events and special experiences.

“Every year we look for ways to help our Guests share the magic with their friends and families, and this holiday, it’s our turn to do the same,’ said Elissa Margolis, senior vice president of Disney Store North America. “We’ve gone beyond the traditional to create experiences that are sure to warm hearts and make this the most magical season yet.”

Recently in a Southern California Disney Store, unsuspecting shoppers were treated to a special surprise to celebrate the magic of the season! Every family in the store received a $100 Disney gift card for themselves, and another to share the magic with someone they love this holiday season! Check out the video below, it moved me to tears!

Beginning today, Friday November 20, 2015, the Disney Store is launching all of it’s magical deals in-store and online! An additional special deal will roll out when stores open on Thanksgiving night (11/26), and Magical Friday (11/27)*. Of course Cyber Monday (11/30) will see the release of even more deals! Deals will be available to everyone, any and everywhere with the Disney Store app and DisneyStore.com.

Disney Store has developed all new in-store events and festive cheer for this season, to create memorable and magical shopping experience for guests. The beloved tradition of “unlocking” the Disney Store ceremony that takes place every morning will have a new holiday twist AND guests will be treated to an in-store event called “Disney Store Holiday Wishes.” During this new holiday tradition, a Cast Member will read a holiday storybook while children follow along with their own version of the book, how incredibly cute! This new mini storybook will include a detachable picture frame, that children can decorate for someone special. If all this doesn’t sound magical enough, the event will conclude with a special appearance from Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse on the theater screen, where each child will have the chance to make a holiday wish by throwing a special coin into a wishing well. I have chills just thinking about this! The amazing “Disney Store Holiday Wishes” event will take place daily from Magical Friday (11/27) through Christmas Eve Mondays – Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 5 p.m.

I don’t know about you, but Black Friday has never sounded so magical to me before! If you can’t wait Disney Store Online is already filled with Magical Deals up to 50% off here!

*Disney Store locations will begin opening at 8 p.m. local time the night of Thanksgiving

Disney Channel’s Fa-La-La-Lidays Returns!

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

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November 20, 2015

Disney Channel’s fifth annual “Fa-La-La-Lidays” programming event kicks off with the television premiere of the Walt Disney Animation Studios’ short-film “Frozen Fever” on Sunday, November 29 and continues throughout December with holiday-themed episodes of “BUNK’D,” “Girl Meets World,” “K.C. Undercover,” “Best Friends Whenever,” “Austin & Ally” and “Liv and Maddie,” beginning Friday, December 4. Also premiering on that day is “Disney Channel Fa-La-La-Lidays Celebrates a Radio Disney Family Holiday,” (9:00 p.m., ET/PT). Hosted by “Girl Meets World” star and Hollywood Records recording artist Sabrina Carpenter, the special will include performances by some of today’s most popular Radio Disney artists and will be available via WATCH Disney Channel the following day, Saturday, December 5.

“Fa-La-La-Lidays” further celebrates the season with special on-air events, including “Toy Story That Time Forgot” (Saturday, December 5 at 8:00 p.m., ET/PT), a new animated special “Bob’s Broken Sleigh” (Friday, December 11 at 8:00 p.m., ET/PT) and the Disney Channel premiere of “Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs” (Friday, December 20 at 8:00 p.m., ET/PT). Also returning to Disney Channel are holiday classics, including the Rankin-Bass specials “Frosty Winter Wonderland” (Saturday, December 5 at 8:30 p.m., ET/PT), “The Year Without a Santa Claus” (Monday, December 21 at 8:00 p.m., ET/PT) and “Rudolph’s Shiny New Year” (Monday, December 21 at 9:00 p.m., ET/PT).

The “Fa-La-La-Lidays” schedule is as follows (all times ET/PT):

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 29

“Frozen Fever” – (Premieres During “Descendants” at 6:30 p.m., ET/PT)
It’s Anna’s birthday, and Elsa and Kristoff are determined to give her the best celebration ever, but when Elsa catches a cold, her powers may put more than just the party at risk.
Voice talent includes Kristen Bell, Idina Menzel, Jonathan Groff and Josh Gad.
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 4
*All series episodes are available to verified viewers on WATCH Disney Channel, beginning Friday, December 4*

8:00 p.m. – “BUNK’D”
“Secret Santa” – Ravi’s advice to Emma and Lou on their CIT gift exchange doesn’t go as imagined. Meanwhile, Skai, Xander, Jorge and Tiffany run into a disgruntled man they are convinced is Santa and must work together to save Christmas.

8:30 p.m. – “Girl Meets World”
“Girl Meets The New Year” – Farkle tells Riley that she has until midnight on New Year’s Eve to tell everyone how she really feels about Lucas.

9:00 p.m. – “Disney Channel Fa-La-La-Lidays Celebrates a Radio Disney Family Holiday”
Hosted by “Girl Meets World” star and Hollywood Records recording artist Sabrina Carpenter, the special will include performances by some of today’s most popular Radio Disney artists, including Carpenter, Andy Grammer, Charlie Puth, current ‘NBT’ featured artist Jacob Whitesides, Forever In Your Mind and Radio Disney country-music rising-star Mickey Guyton. The special will also feature appearances by Disney Channel stars, including Sofia Carson (“Descendants”).
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 6

8:00 p.m. – “K.C. Undercover”
“‘Twas the Fight Before Christmas” – When K.C. gives her dad the perfect Christmas gift – a surprise visit from his father – she is the one who is surprised when she learns Craig and her Poppa Earl don’t really get along, and he has no idea they are all spies.
Guest starring is George Wallace as Poppa Earl.

8:30 p.m. – “Best Friends Whenever”
“The Girls of Christmas Past” – Things spin out of control when Cyd travels back to Christmas the year before to try and figure out the perfect gift for Shelby. Meanwhile, Barry and Naldo’s Winter Wonderland experiment sparks an elf war, with Bret and Chet leading the charge.

9:00 p.m. – “Austin & Ally”
“Santas & Surprises” – When one of Austin and Ally’s music students is sad about spending Christmas away from her father, the gang rallies around her to try and make her happy.

9:30 p.m. – “Liv and Maddie”
“Joy-To-A-Rooney” – Liv invites her “Voltage” director and crew over for the Rooney’s traditional Christmas Eve dinner but is forced to enlist Artie’s help to prepare the famed meal. Meanwhile, Maddie and Willow’s gift exchange takes a surprising turn.

Stay tuned for more!

Disney Store’s Magical Black Friday Sale Starts Now!

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Danielle

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November 20, 2015

Disney’s Magical (Black) Friday sale is now upon us! It’s a great time to stock up on Disney gifts, goodies and more with hundreds of items up to 50% off!

I love Disney for the holidays, and even more I love a Disney sale! How fantastic is it that Disney is starting the sale a week early to save us the stress of waiting till the early morning hours of Black Friday? You can find great deals for $10 and under, $10-$15, $15-$25, 25% and 50% off items all through out the online store!

Minnie Mouse Fleece Throw - Personalizable

They even have a whole assortment of these personalizable fleece blankets in a variety of characters for less than $10! How perfect of a gift is that for the little Disney Addicts in your life?

The Disney Store website will be having deals all week long, so hurry and check them out before it’s too late!

Happy Shopping!

New Activities Coming to Walt Disney World Resort Children Activity Centers

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

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November 20, 2015

New fun is on its way to the children’s activity centers at Disney’s Polynesian and Beach Club Resorts. Beginning on December 4, 2015 Lilo’s Playhouse and the Sandcastle Club activity centers will offer additional activities for children to participate in, including meeting characters, cooking activities, and science experiments, similar to the offerings on Disney Cruise Lines.

Along with the new activities children will still have the chance to watch Disney movies, make crafts, play games and eat dinner!

These supervised Children Activity Centers are for children ages 3 to 12 years old and potty trained. For $55 your child is able to have a blast from 4:30 to midnight, including a child friendly dinner and snack. Reservations are recommended, but not required as walk-ins are welcomed based on availability.

Not only is this fun for the children, but a great opportunity for parents to enjoy a night out at Walt Disney World while their children are being cared for in a safe and fun environment.

If you are interested in more information or have questions on planning a family trip to Walt Disney World contact me at [email protected].

Disney World Passholders: Don’t Miss Out on This Great Offer – Save up to 30% on Resorts!

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

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November 20, 2015

Walt Disney World Passholders, this post is for you!

Don’t miss out on the great Passholder promotion currently being offered by Walt Disney World. Passholders can can save up to 30% on select Walt Disney World resort hotels in early 2016!

Book by 12/1/15 for stays most nights 1/3-3/19/16 and SAVE! There are still great rooms available so make sure to contact a Travel Professional today to make sure you are getting the best deal possible!

Late winter and early spring is a wonderful time to visit Walt Disney World with moderate weather, lower crowds and wonderful special events like the International Flower and Garden Festival at Epcot.

*The number of rooms allocated for this offer are limited. Length-of-stay requirements may apply. Savings is based on non-discounted price a non-Passholder pays for the same room. 30% savings is for select Disney Deluxe and Deluxe Villa Resorts; lower savings for other Resorts.

*Additional per-adult charges may apply if more than two adults per room at Disney Value, Moderate and Deluxe Resorts. Cannot be combined with any other discount or promotion. Advance reservations required. Passholder must present his or her valid adult pass at check-in. Offer excludes campsites, 3-bedroom villas, Disney’s Art of Animation Resort—The Little Mermaid Standard Rooms and Bungalows at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows.

And those without an Annual Pass don’t need to feel left out, there are some great offers available for you as well!

Planning a trip for Early 2016? Want to make sure you are getting the best deal possible? That’s where I come in! I am a Travel Magician with World of Magic Travel, the preferred agency of Chip and Co and the Disney Addicts! I’m always looking out for promotions to make sure my clients are getting the best possible deal! Email me today at [email protected] to start planning your “Magical” vacation! –Alissa

Celebrate Christmas Day with Dinner at Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

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November 19, 2015

As if your holiday vacation was not magical enough, now you will be able to indulge in a traditional holiday feast in beautiful Hawaii, complete with island touches and that Disney magic you love. Christmas Day dinner, at Aulani- A Disney Resort & Spa- will feature live, local entertainment and visits from some of your favorite Disney characters, who’ll stop by for photo opportunities. This festive Christmas dinner offers your food, fun and family memories to cherish for a lifetime.

Held in the Kaiona Ballroom, the first seating is from 4-6 p.m. and the second seating is from 6:30-8:30 p.m. The cost is $87.50 for Guests ages 10 and up; $43.75 for children ages 3-9 (tax and gratuity included). Complimentary self-parking for 4 hours for non-Resort Guests is also included and casual attire is recommended. (not permitted: baseball caps, board shorts, swimsuits and ripped or torn jeans and—for men—tank tops and sleeveless shirts.)

Reservations are now open for Resort Guests, and will open to non-resort Guests (subject to availability) on Dec.15, 2015. Let’s book your holiday in paradise today! Email me at [email protected] for more details!

Please note the Thanksgiving feast at Kaiona Ballroom is sold out. Below are the hours for other food and beverage offerings throughout the holiday season:

Thanksgiving and Christmas Day

‘AMA’AMA 5 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Makahiki 4 p.m. – 9 p.m.

New Year’s Eve

‘AMA’AMA 5 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Disney Find- Jasmine Becket-Griffith Coloring Book

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Danielle

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November 19, 2015

The fantastic artist Jasmine Becket-Griffith has brought us beautiful paintings of many of our favorite Disney characters. Her work can be found in the distinctive and eclectic Wonderground Gallery by Disney. She now has a coloring book featuring her whimsical designs!

The new Coloring Book has 55 of Jasmine’s favorite characters selected to create a fantasy art adventure for you to enjoy, and is now available for pre-order on Amazon.com here. Each coloring pattern features an enlightening description about the original painting it is based on, and the individual character depicted, to satisfy the curiosity of the artist’s many fans.
''The Bride'' Deluxe Print by Jasmine Beckett Griffith
If you’re interested in any of her fabulous artwork her print for “The Bride” from the Haunted Mansion is available at the Disney Store website now!

For even more Jasmine Becket-Griffith be sure to check our her special solo show at POP Gallery Orlando at Downtown Disney West Side at the Walt Disney World Resort on December 12, 2015 from 6 pm-9 pm.

P.S. Don’t forget to check out her 2016 Strangeling Weekly Planner!

Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights Coming to Disney Springs?

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November 19, 2015

Hey there guys and gals it is I Anonymouse back with some Disney Gossip!

I have heard through the grapevine that Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights is doing very well. So far almost every night has been packed to the gills. Also Disney has been having a hard time keeping the merchandise in stock. Chip shared last week a petition to save the Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights and I think he might have just done that. Here he goes getting a big head…

You might remember a month ago I reported how Disney might be moving the Osborne Lights to Epcot well it looks like I was half right. The half in which I am referring to is the part where Disney saves the lights but the part I got wrong was the location.

I have a friend who works for Disney World in the Disney Springs area. They told us that Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights will be at Disney Springs beginning 2016.

I am unsure where in Disney Springs they are going to move it, but wouldn’t that be an awesome place for it? Now everyone can enjoy the lights free of charge and get an opportunity to pick up all the seasonal merchandise and yummy food!

Please keep in mind this is just gossip till Disney confirms things.

This all the Disney gossip I have for now. For my past gossip articles be sure to check them out here. Got any good gossip/rumors please email me at anonymouse@chipandco.com or on my Facebook page.

Absolutely Cute Tsum Tsum Ornament Set

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Danielle

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November 19, 2015

Disney’s Tsum Tsum plush toys have been super popular and flying off the shelves since they were released world wide last year! So how perfect is this new Tsum Tsum Ornament Set?

These ornaments are just the cutest things ever to Deck your tree out with Mickey and his five best friends. This fantastic set of 6 features Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Daisy and the mischievous Chip & Dale! I can almost imagine those silly chipmunks getting Donald flustered and quacking around the tree while I sleep at night. These cuties are made from resin and include satin ribbons for hanging on the tree. Add a Tsum Tsum Holiday gift set under the tree and you’ll be sure to have the most adorable Christmas ever!

So what are you waiting for, it’s time to deck the halls with CUTE! This adorable set is available now at Disney Store Online!

Disney/Pixar Inside Out Bluray Review

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Chip

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November 19, 2015

Just in time for the Holidays is Disney/Pixar’s Inside Out Bluray!

Do you ever look at someone and wonder what’s going on inside their head? Disney-Pixar’s “Inside Out” takes an exciting and hilarious journey into the mind to find the answer. Based in Headquarters, the control center of 11-year-old Riley’s mind, five emotions are hard at work, led by lighthearted optimist Joy. She strives to make sure Riley stays happy as she operates alongside fellow emotions Fear, Anger, Disgust and Sadness. It’s “an instant classic,” raves Richard Roeper, Chicago Sun-Times. Experience it like never before on Disney Blu-ray!

I had the pleasure of reviewing this movie after seeing it in the theaters 3 times. I will say this has to be one of the most creative movies of all time and if you have seen the movie already I bet you can hear the opening song in your head right now. If not here it is 😉

Along with the extensive line-up of bonus features including deleted scenes, the theatrical short film LAVA and “Paths to Pixar: The Women of Inside Out,” comes the all-new animated short “Riley’s First Date?”

Here are some fun facts from the movie, the next time you watch it see if you can see them all!

The background memories on shelves inside or outside of Headquarters are shots from the “Married Life” scene in “Up.”
As Riley and her parents trek to San Francisco, they come across birds on a telephone wire from production designer Ralph Eggleston’s 2000 short film “For the Birds.”
The globe in the Riley’s classroom has been used in all the “Toy Story” films.
One of Riley’s classmates is wearing a camo pattern made up of “Toy Story” characters.
Some of the background city cars of San Francisco have bumper stickers from “Cars.”
Dad’s company, Brang, is a nonsense word intended to sound like a startup that would fit in in the San Francisco tech scene.
A sign on a parking meter in San Francisco reads, “Quarters and Dollar Coins or Barter During Burning Man.”
As a tribute to the Walt Disney Family Museum, the filmmakers set Riley’s hockey rink in the exact spot the museum is located in San Francisco.

My review wouldn’t be complete without some Bonus Footage!

I really think Inside Out is going to bring a bunch of awards this year. It is funny, creative, and the kinda movie that will change the way you think. If you missed it in theaters or have been debating on picking this movie up, I promise you that if you do you won’t be disappointed!