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John Ratzenberger Shares Exclusive Sneak Peek of Cars Land on ‘Cars 2’ 5-Disc Blu-ray Combo Pack

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Disney•Pixar’s fast-action summer hit “Cars 2” comes home on Blu-ray Combo Pack, Blu-ray 3D (a first for a Pixar film), Movie Download and DVD yesterday. One of the great bonus features on the 5-disc Blu-ray Combo Pack is a feature called “The Nuts and Bolts of ‘Cars Land,’” a behind-the-scenes sneak peek at the creation of Cars Land at Disney California Adventure park with prolific Pixar voice talent John Ratzenberger.

Pixar Voice Talent John Ratzenberger with Walt Disney Imagineer Kathy Mangum at Cars Land at Disney California Adventure Park

John, who was joined on the construction site by Imagineer Kathy Mangum, has the distinction of performing a role in every Pixar film to date. Can you name his character in the “Cars” films and one other?

Can’t wait for the Summer 2012 opening of Cars Land? Here’s a look at its progress so far:

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John Ratzenberger Shares Exclusive Sneak Peek of Cars Land on ‘Cars 2’ 5-Disc Blu-ray Combo Pack

John Ratzenberger Shares Exclusive Sneak Peek of Cars Land on ‘Cars 2’ 5-Disc Blu-ray Combo Pack

Christmas Magic at Disneyland in 2011

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Chip
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Christmas Magic at Disneyland in 2011

Highlights Include New Holiday Segment for ‘World of Color’ plus Fireworks, the Christmas Parade and Snowfall on Main Street, U.S.A.

Mickey Mouse celebrates the holidays with a cartoon-style Christmas tree this season as new décor adds merriment to Mickey’s Toontown for the 2011 holidays at Disneyland Resort. The holidays shine brightly throughout the resort from Nov. 14, 2011, through Jan. 8, 2012, as guests create memories for a lifetime.

Those holiday memories might even appear in the nightly “The Magic, The Memories, and You!” show on the façade of “it’s a small world” in Disneyland park. A new segment of the show, specially added for the season, features a musical score filled with favorite holiday tunes and images of resort guests celebrating their holiday visits. As the presentation unfolds, the façade of “it’s a small world” Holiday is frozen in ice, decorated with wreaths and candy canes, wrapped in Christmas paper, and even turned into a giant snow globe. This new segment appears in “The Magic, The Memories and You!” beginning Friday, Nov. 18.

Nearby, in Mickey’s Toontown, the centerpiece of the new holiday décor is an 18-foot cartoon-style Christmas tree in front of Toontown City Hall. Sculpted garlands and wreaths adorn the Toontown gazebo and add holiday cheer to the Gag Warehouse. The personal  Christmas trees in the front yards of Mickey’s and Minnie’s houses also carry the “toon” theme. On Main Street, U.S.A., Disneyland welcomes back the traditional, 60-foot-tall Christmas tree that is a popular guest photo location.

In Disney California Adventure park, guests are treated to a jolly seasonal addition to the “World of Color” nighttime water spectacular. This holiday season, Lanny and Wayne, Santa’s techno-savvy elves from the “Prep & Landing” holiday specials, appear in a “World of Color” sequence.

Disneyland Resort also welcomes back all the guest favorites for the holidays. Among the popular offerings are “A Christmas Fantasy” parade, the nightly snowfall on Main Street, U.S.A, and special holiday versions of “it’s a small world” and Haunted Mansion. In Fantasyland, holiday guests will find the traditional snowdrifts and icicles adorning Sleeping Beauty’s Winter Castle.  After dark, a sensational holiday lighting and special-effects show carries the magic of the holidays from the castle all the way to the Christmas tree in Town Square.  The 60-foot-tall Disneyland Christmas tree is specially designed to present a nightly holiday light show like no other with more than 62,000 energy-efficient LED lights.

The Sleeping Beauty’s Winter Castle presentation unfolds throughout the evening in three acts, each of them featuring a touch of winter snow on Main Street, U.S.A.  The finale of the show includes the legendary “Believe … in Holiday Magic” fireworks show, which takes guests on a journey of sights and sounds of the season and ends with a touching rendition of “White Christmas,” along with a climactic snowfall swirling down on Main Street, U.S.A., “it’s a small world” Mall and New Orleans Square.

“A Christmas Fantasy” parade has become a holiday tradition in Disneyland. Guests enjoy watching as Disney characters celebrate the magic of the season, wrapping gifts, baking  holiday treats and preparing for the arrival of Santa Claus, who shouts a jolly greeting to spectators along the parade route.  Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse even take to the ice for some skating fun.

At The Disney Gallery on Main Street, U.S.A., in Disneyland, a display of vintage and new art celebrating Walt Disney’s love of railroading will premiere during the holiday season. “All Aboard for A Grand Circle Tour of the Trains of Disney!” will survey Disney trains from the classic Disneyland Railroad to such historic routes as Nature’s Wonderland and the Carolwood-Pacific circuit that operated in Disney’s backyard in Holmby Hills, California.

Themed entertainment, sparkling decorations and tasty treats add festive warmth to holiday fun at both Disneyland and Disney California Adventure.  Also, guests may book guided holiday tours that provide entry into “it’s a small world” Holiday and Haunted Mansion Holiday, reserved seating for the Disneyland “A Christmas Fantasy” parade, a keepsake remembrance and entertaining information about the history behind Disneyland holiday traditions.  For information and reservations guests may visit Disneyland City Hall or call (714) 781-4565.

Returning holiday favorites at Disneyland park include:

  • “it’s a small world” Holiday becomes  a worldwide celebration of the season, boasting more than 300,000 glittering lights on its facade. Also nightly on the façade is “The Magic, The Memories and You!” show with its new holiday sequence.
  • Haunted Mansion Holiday presents a madcap celebration as the traditions of Halloween and Christmas collide.  The ghoulish but well-meaning Jack Skellington from the film “Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas” has come to Haunted Mansion to transform it with his skewed vision of the holidays.
  • Santa Claus and his reindeer return to greet Disneyland guests at Santa’s Reindeer Round-up in Big Thunder Ranch, Frontierland.  Kids and their families chat with St. Nick and see real reindeer grazing in a corral.

Disney California Adventure celebrates the season with fanciful park-wide decorations and lively entertainment.

  • The park’s newest attraction, The Little Mermaid ~ Ariel’s Undersea Adventure, is specially decorated for the holidays, along with its Paradise Pier neighbors, the Boardwalk Pizza & Pasta and Paradise Garden Grill restaurants.
  •  “a bug’s land” transforms as Flik and his bug buddies spread giant Christmas lights and oversized ornaments throughout their realm.
  • The holiday scene along the Paradise Bay boardwalk includes a beautifully decorated Christmas tree and lampposts decorated with seasonal wreaths.
  • Santa Claus greets guests in a specially decorated gazebo on the boardwalk near Ariel’s Grotto on Paradise Pier.

Guests in Disney California Adventure won’t want to miss the park entertainment. In addition to “World of Color,” with special holiday guests Lanny and Wayne from “Prep & Landing,” the “ElecTRONica” nighttime street party in Hollywood Pictures Backlot transports guests of all ages “on the grid” and into the environment of the Walt Disney Pictures feature, “TRON: Legacy.”

Also part of the regular Disney California Adventure lineup:

  • A new Disney California Adventure street show, “Phineas and Ferb’s Rockin’ Rollin’ Dance Party” invites guests of all ages to “seize the day,” dancing and singing on Paradise Pier with the Disney Channel’s inventive animated boy geniuses. Also on tap are the energetic “dance-off” competition of “Disney Dance Crew” on the Backlot Stage in Hollywood Pictures Backlot, and the rock concert-style “Disney Channel Rocks,” featuring music from Disney Channel movies and series, performed on the Palisades Stage in Paradise Park, alongside Paradise Bay lagoon.
  • In Blue Sky Cellar at Golden Vine Winery, the Imagineers’ workshop offers guests a preview of what’s coming to Disney California Adventure, including Buena Vista Street and Cars Land in 2012.
  • Guests along Paradise Pier in Disney California Adventure also may enjoy the new Little Mermaid ~ Ariel’s Undersea Adventures and Goofy’s Sky School attractions, along with such favorite as Toy Story Mania!, Silly Symphony Swings, California Screamin’ and Mickey’s Fun Wheel.

Holiday shopping at Disneyland Resort offers an array of merchandise available exclusively at Resort theme parks and the Downtown Disney district. Along with ornaments, holiday-themed Mickey Mouse ears, jewelry and the celebrated Disneyland handmade candy canes, guests discover a new line of edgy and stylish designs featuring The Muppets on clothing, vinylmation and decorative skate decks.

Disneyland Resort hotels join in the holiday merriment with twinkling lights and ornaments, special entertainment and holiday dining.  Expanded hours at both Disneyland Resort theme parks extend the fun.  For more information about holidays at Disneyland Resort, visit www.disneyland.com/holidays and for hotel and ticket offers, visit www.disneyland.com/offers.

About the Disneyland Resort: The Disneyland Resort features two spectacular theme parks – Disneyland (the original Disney theme park) and Disney California Adventure park – plus the Downtown Disney District comprised of unique dining, entertainment and shopping experiences. The Resort’s three hotels are the luxurious, 948-room Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, which also features 50 two-bedroom equivalent Disney Vacation Club units; the magical 969-room Disneyland Hotel; and the 481-room Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel with its “day-at-the-beach” fun. For information on new attractions and vacations at Disneyland Resort visit www.disneyland.com, call 866/60-DISNEY or contact local travel agents.

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Disney Store Times Square to Host Private Holiday Event

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Disney Store Times Square to Host Private Holiday EventIt’s barely November and Christmas decorations are starting to infiltrate New York City. Most of us city dwellers avoid Times Square like the plague between now and, well, nevermind, we always avoid Times Square. So what would make me, at 9 months pregnant, want to venture down there with my two year old son?

The Disney Store is hosting a private event highlighting the Top 10 Toys & Gifts for the 2011 Holiday Season and I’ve been invited to cover the event for Chip and Co! Who’s better than me? Not only will the top gifts of the season be revealed, but guests of the event will be able to meet with a Christmas-clad Mickey and Minnie and we may even get a chance to mingle with some celebrity parents!

I’m excited to walk down the twinkling blue path (made of pixie dust of course) that winds through bright displays, check out the Buzz Lightyear super blasters, and will try not to buy the $500 life-size Hulk head in the Marvel Comics section! But most of all I’m looking forward to hearing about and sharing with you readers Disney Store’s holiday theme this year: “Share the Magic.” For every Mickey and Minnie holiday plush sold from October 31-Dec. 11, Disney Store will make a $1 donation to the Make-A-Wish Foundation.

Stay tuned this Thursday, November 3rd for my live Facebook posting and Tweeting from the event as well as a follow up review of all the great things I learned and saw!

Cars 2: The Video Game Drives into the next dimension on the Nintendo 3DS

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Chip
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Cars 2: The Video Game Drives into the next dimension on the Nintendo 3DS

Disney Interactive Studios today announced that Disney•Pixar’s Cars 2: The Video Gameis now available for the Nintendo 3DS™ handheld system.  Following the multi-platform release of the critically acclaimed console versions earlier this year, the game joins the latest line of offerings in the beloved franchise. From a spy-driven plotline to international locales and intense racing adventures, the game allows fans to play as their favorite characters including Lightning McQueen, Mater the tow truck, Finn McMissile and others, as they navigate through adventures within C.H.R.O.M.E. (Command Headquarters for Recon Operations and Motorized Espionage).

“This latest video game in the Cars franchise will be a real treat for fans and gamers,” said Javier Ferreira, Senior Vice President of Publishing, Disney Interactive Media Group. “Bringing the world of Cars to the Nintendo 3DS for the first time will deliver a heightened feeling of space and depth just in time for the holidays.”

Cars 2: The Video Game for Nintendo 3DS will offer the very best in eye-popping gameplay through the system’s stereoscopic 3D display. The game will take advantage of StreetPass™ communication, allowing players to unlock and share new skins. Multiplayer action with up to four players will also be available.

Development for Cars 2: The Video Game was led by Avalanche Software in collaboration with the filmmakers at Pixar Animation Studios. The game features full 3D support for the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system and is also currently available on the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, Wii™, Nintendo DS™, Nintendo 3DS and Windows PC/MAC. The console versions are all rated E 10+, while the Nintendo DS and Nintendo 3DS versions are rated E for Everyone by the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB). The Wii, PlayStation®3 system and Xbox 360 versions are available for a suggested retail price of $49.99, while the Windows-based PC/Mac, Nintendo DS and Nintendo 3DS versions are available for $29.99.

Please visit http://Disney.com/CarsVideogame and www.facebook.com/carsgames for more information on Cars 2: The Video Game.

Cars 2: The Video Game Drives into the next dimension on the Nintendo 3DS

Kiddieland Recalls Disney-branded Fairies Plastic Trikes Due to Laceration Hazard

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Chip
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Kiddieland Recalls Disney-branded Fairies Plastic Trikes Due to Laceration Hazard

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.  It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.

Name of Product: Disney Fairies Plastic Racing Trikes

Units: About 12,000 (9,000 Disney Princess Trikes were recalled in April 2011*)

Manufacturer:  Kiddieland Toys Limited, of Scituate, Mass. (Note: Disney licensed their brand name to Kiddieland.)

Hazard:  The plastic fairy figures protrude from the top of the handle bar posing a laceration hazard if a child falls on them.

Incidents/Injuries: CPSC and Kiddieland have received one report of a 3-year-old girl from Ohio who suffered a facial laceration near her right eye.

Description: This recall involves the Disney-branded Fairies Plastic Racing Trike. The trike is green and purple with a white seat and yellow wheels. On top of the handlebar, there is a Tinkerbell figure and three other rotating fairy figures. “Disney Fairies” is printed on the label in front of the trike just below the handlebar.

Sold exclusively at: Target stores nationwide from July 2009 through December 2009 for about $50.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the trikes away from children and contact Kiddieland for a free replacement handlebar with an enclosed rotating display.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Kiddieland at (800) 430-5307 anytime, or visit the firm’s website at www.kiddieland.com.hk.

*New model Princess Trikes do not have figurines and are not included in the recall.

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is still interested in receiving incident or injury reports that are either directly related to this product recall or involve a different hazard with the same product. Please tell us about your experience with the product on SaferProducts.gov.

Firm’s Recall Hotline: (800) 430-5307

CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772

CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908

Kiddieland Recalls Disney-branded Fairies Plastic Trikes Due to Laceration Hazard

Disney Food Confessions – Mickey Mousse Dome with Recipe

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Chip
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Disney Food Confessions - Mickey Mousse Dome with Recipe

What is it? Mickey Mousse Dome

Why you want it? Chocolate Overload in the shape of Mickey Mouse!

Where can you get it? Chef Mickey’s at the Contemporary Resort

Recipe:

Ingredients
2 cups chilled heavy cream
4 large egg yolks
3 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 package of gelatin, bloomed
7 ounces fine-quality bittersweet chocolate (not unsweetened), chopped

Garnish: Two Chocolate Coins and Oreo Cookies

Special equipment: an instant-read thermometer

Method of Preparation
Heat 3/4 cup cream in a 1-quart heavy saucepan until hot. Whisk> together yolks, sugar, and a pinch of salt in a metal bowl until combined well, then add hot cream and gelatin in a slow stream, whisking until combined. Transfer mixture to saucepan and cook over moderately low heat, stirring constantly, until it registers 160°F on thermometer. Pour custard through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl and stir in vanilla.

Melt chocolate in a double boiler or a metal bowl set over a pan of
simmering water (or in a glass bowl in a microwave at 50 percent power
3 to 5 minutes), stirring frequently. Whisk custard into chocolate until smooth, then cool.

Beat remaining 1 1/4 cups cream in a bowl with an electric mixer until it just holds stiff peaks. Whisk one fourth of cream into chocolate custard to lighten, then fold in remaining cream gently but thoroughly.

Spoon mousse into small cups and let set then at the Oreo cookie.
Once completely set demold and add the two chocolate coins to the top.

Special thanks to Sarah for sharing the picture with us!

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John Lasseter Honored With A Star On The Hollywood Walk of Fame

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Chip
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John Lasseter Honored With A Star On The Hollywood Walk of Fame

Two-time Academy Award®-winning director John Lasseter today received his star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame from the The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce. In addition to his many and varied feature animation film credits, Lasseter serves as Chief Creative Officer, Walt Disney and Pixar Animation Studios and Principal Creative Advisor, Walt Disney Imagineering.

The celebration was emceed by Hollywood Chamber of Commerce President/CEO Leron Gubler, with special guest speaker, actress Bonnie Hunt. Also joining the celebration were Owen Wilson, Brad Paisley, Emily Mortimer, John Ratzenberger, Patton Oswalt, Don Rickles, Randy Newman and Cheech Marin. Key Disney and Pixar executives in attendance included Studio Chairman Rich Ross, Studio President Alan Bergman, Production President Sean Bailey, Disney and Pixar Animation Studios President Ed Catmull, Pixar General Manager Jim Morris, among many other prestigious guests.

Lasseter’s star is the 2,453rd on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and is located in front of the historic El Capitan Theatre. The event was followed by an exclusive luncheon specially prepared by celebrity chef Guy Fieri.

Lasseter made his feature film directorial debut with the now classic “Toy Story,” which was the first-ever feature length computer animated motion picture. He subsequently directed the international box office hits “A Bug’s Life,” “Toy Story 2,” “Cars” and “Cars 2.” Creatively overseeing all films and associated projects from Walt Disney and Pixar Animation Studios, his executive producing credits include the Oscar®-winning and nominated Pixar films “Monsters, Inc.,” “Finding Nemo,” “The Incredibles,” “Ratatouille,” “WALL-E,” “Up” and “Toy Story 3.” He also served as executive producer for Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Academy Award®-nominated features “Bolt,” “The Princess and the Frog” and “Tangled,” as well as the studio’s most recent release “Winnie the Pooh.” Lasseter is also the executive producer of Pixar’s new animated feature “Brave,” which will be released in 2012.

A graduate of CalArts with a BFA in film, Lasseter is the only two-time winner of the Student Academy Award® for Animation for his student films “Lady and the Lamp” and “Nitemare.”

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Last Chance! Marvel’s Captain America Bluray/DVD Combo Pack Giveaway

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Last Chance! Marvel's Captain America Bluray/DVD Combo Pack Giveaway

Our good friends at Episodes and Reels are giving away to one lucky fan a copy of Marvel’s Captain America on Bluray/DVD Combo Pack. I loved this movie and already have it added to my Marvel Movie Collection. G$ over at E&R gave it a solid A on his review. Click here to check it out.

On to the Giveaway!

Before you enter you must:

  • You must be a fan of Chip and Co on Facebook. You can click here to Like us or you can use the box on the right side of this page.
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  • Comment on any article here on Chip and Co. Check out any of the articles past or present on Chip and Co and comment on them! The more articles you read and comment about the more entries you will have. Be sure to check out Episodes & Reels articles located here.
  • I will be tracking all comments between now and contest ends. So the more you comment the better your chances are to win!

Please note:

  • Only comments on Chip and Company count as an entry to our contest not on Facebook! (Unless noted above)
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Contest ends Wednesday Morning November 2nd at 10am. I will pick one lucky person and notify them via Facebook that they won. They will have 24 hours to respond back or I will pick another. So please use a valid way for me to contact you.

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P.S. – We will be giving away another movie this Wednesday so stay tuned for details!
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The Muppets – The Final Parody

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The Muppets - The Final Parody

On vacation in Los Angeles, Walter, the world’s biggest Muppet fan, his brother Gary (Jason Segel) and Gary’s girlfriend Mary (Amy Adams) from Smalltown, USA, discover the nefarious plan of oilman Tex Richman (Chris Cooper) to raze the Muppet Theater and drill for the oil recently discovered beneath the Muppets’ former stomping grounds. To stage a telethon and raise the $10 million needed to save the theater, Walter, Mary and Gary help Kermit reunite the Muppets, who have all gone their separate ways: Fozzie now performs with a Reno casino tribute band called the Moopets, Miss Piggy is a plus-size fashion editor at Vogue Paris, Animal is in a Santa Barbara clinic for anger management, and Gonzo is a high-powered plumbing magnate. With signature celebrity cameos, Disney’s “The Muppets” hits the big screen Nov. 23, 2011.

The Muppets – Final Parody Trailer – http://youtu.be/KsPz51_M3fI

When Walter, the world’s biggest Muppet fan, his brother Gary (Jason Segel) and Gary’s girlfriend Mary (Amy Adams) discover the nefarious plan of oilman Tex Richman (Chris Cooper) to raze the Muppet Theater, they help Kermit reunite the Muppets to stage a telethon and raise the $10 million needed to save the theater.

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HGTV ‘Sailing in Style’ Disney Cruise Sweepstakes

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HGTV 'Sailing in Style' Disney Cruise Sweepstakes

HGTV wants to send you sailing in grand style on Disney Cruise Line®’s newest ship, the Disney Fantasy™. You and three guests could be among the first to set sail on a 3-night preview cruise for a vacation filled with magic.

Enter today for a chance to win a Disney Cruise Line® vacation aboard the newest ship, the Disney Fantasy for yourself and three guests, a prize worth nearly $4,500. Enter once a day until November 14, 2011, at 9am EST.

Click here to learn more and to enter.

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News & Events coming to Disney World in November / December 2011

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Chip
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News & Events coming to Disney World in November / December 2011

There are 13 days and oodles of ways for guests to enjoy the 16th Epcot International Food & Wine Festival in November. The popular 45-day festival, which began Sept. 30, continues through Nov. 13 with a sizzling lineup of 39 Eat to the Beat! concerts and a culinary passport to hundreds of food and beverage flavors from six continents.

With three Eat to the Beat! concerts daily (5:15, 6:30 and 7:45 p.m.), the hot tickets in November are:

Nov. 1: Hanson “Give a Little”
Nov. 2-3: The Pointer Sisters “He’s So Shy” (New to the festival!)
Nov. 4-6: Night Ranger “Sister Christian”
Nov. 7-8: Air Supply “Lost in Love”
Nov. 9-10: Richard Marx “Right Here Waiting”
Nov. 11-13: Big Bad Voodoo Daddy “Go Daddy-O”

During the festival’s final two weeks, thousands of sweet and savory samplings of 76 international tastes will be served to guests at more than 25 marketplaces surrounding the park’s World Showcase Lagoon. Foodies who want in on a party like no other have two more opportunities with the Nov. 5 and Nov. 12 Party for the Senses food, wine and entertainment extravaganzas.

Special wine and culinary programs, including Party for the Senses grand tasting events, require reservations and separate event admission. Guests can call 407/WDW-FEST (939-3378) to make reservations. Information and reservations for select events and programs are available at disneyworld.com/foodandwine.

Festival of Masters Welcomes Artist Graham Knuttel

The works of Irish artist Graham Knuttel have found homes among Hollywood royalty like Sylvester Stallone, Whoopie Goldberg and Robert DeNiro. On Nov. 11, 2011, one of the renowned artist’s works will find a home at Walt Disney World Resort.

His latest commission — a painting for Raglan Road Irish Pub and Restaurant at Downtown Disney — will be unveiled during the opening day of Festival of the Masters, one of the Southeast’s most highly regarded juried art festivals since 1975. While the painting will be on permanent display at the pub, Knuttel will exhibit a collection of many new pieces at the Nov. 11-13 festival and will appear at Raglan Road “Meet the Artist” events Nov. 12 at 2 and 3:30 p.m.

Known for his bold, bright canvases of stylized figures, Knuttel’s Raglan Road painting is based on a poem, “On Raglan Road,” written in 1946 by lovesick poet Patrick Kavanagh and recorded in song by Ireland’s greatest folk musician, Luke Kelly. The pub scene in the painting pops with more than two dozen unconventional Knuttel figures that include Kavanagh, Kelly, Irish rockers Bono and The Edge and writers James Joyce and Brendan Behan. Looking closely, admirers may discover a photo of a child wearing mouse ears.

Nearly 150 award-winning artists who create paintings, jewelry, sculptures, photographs and more will show off their works at the festival. There’s also live entertainment and family-friendly activities each day. Hours are 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. on Sunday. Admission and parking are complimentary. More information: disneyworld.com/artfestival.

Top Celebs Headline Candlelight Processional at Epcot

Academy award-winning actress Mira Sorvino returns to Walt Disney World Resort Nov. 25-27, 2011, to kick off Candlelight Processional, the enormously popular Disney holiday celebration that will continue nightly through Dec. 30, 2011, at Epcot.

Sorvino is among a dozen celebrities, ranging from contemporary Christian and country music artists to a soap opera legend and award-winning actor, who will take the stage for the joyous retelling of the Christmas story. They join a 50-piece orchestra and mass choir at Epcot America Gardens Theatre for performances at 5, 6:45 and 8:15 p.m. most nights. The lineup (artists subject to change):

Nov. 25-27: Mira Sorvino
Nov. 28-Dec. 1: Michael W. Smith
Dec. 2-3: Geena Davis
Dec. 4-6: Edward James Olmos (guest shows at 6:45 and 8:15 p.m. only)
Dec. 7-9: Isabella Rossellini
Dec. 10-12: Neil Patrick Harris
Dec. 13-15: Lorraine Bracco
Dec. 16-18: talent tba
Dec. 19-21: Trace Adkins
Dec. 22-24: Susan Lucci
Dec. 25-27: Blair Underwood
Dec. 28-30: Marlee Matlin

For a guaranteed seat to Candlelight Processional, guests can purchase a special dining package (on select nights) by calling 407-WDW-DINE. Candlelight information online is at http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/parks/epcot/special-events/candlelight-processional/.

Walt Disney World Resort Sends 2011 out with a Bang

New Year’s Eve is one of the biggest fireworks evenings of the year at Walt Disney World Resort, a place where fireworks are both spectacular and an every-night occurrence. Fireworks and nighttime shows will light up the skies and create a mood of celebration at three theme parks on Dec. 31, 2011, while revelry of other sorts takes place elsewhere throughout the Vacation Kingdom.

Here’s a snapshot of what’s in store:

  • Magic Kingdom presents a double helping of pyrotechnics: “Wishes” nighttime spectacular with a holiday overlay at 8:30 p.m. and “Fantasy in the Sky” at 11:51 p.m.
  • Epcot‘s “IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth” delights revelers with a salute to the new year at 7 p.m. and 11:42 p.m.
  • At Disney’s Hollywood Studios, the 25-minute spectacular “Fantasmic!” that combines water, fire, lights, lasers, fireworks and music will be presented at 6:30 and 8 p.m., with the popular “Lights! Camera! Happy New Year!” fireworks display at midnight.
  • At Cirque du Soleil, all guests attending the Dec. 31 performances will receive a limited-edition Walt Disney World/Cirque trading pin. Shows are at 6 p.m. and 9 p.m. For pricing contact 407/WDW/SEAT.
  • Registered guests at select Disney resort hotels will be treated to music and entertainment. At Narcoosee’s restaurant (Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa), for instance, there will be a four-course dining experience for $149, plus DJ, balloon artist and special fireworks viewing at 8:30 and 11:51.
  • Atlantic Dance Hall at Disney’s Boardwalk Resort offers a special-ticket New Year’s Eve party from 8 p.m.-2 a.m. with video DJ Tony Zapulla.

For specific information about other holiday dining offerings at Disney resort hotels on Dec. 31, call 407/WDW/DINE.

Magic Kingdom Parking Lot Goes to Disney Heroes and Villains

It may seem “goofy” or “dopey” and make you feel “grumpy” or “happy,” but: The parking lot at Magic Kingdom has gone to the Disney Heroes and Villains.

Say “hello” to Woody, Aladdin, Simba, Hook, Scar, Zurg and a half dozen other goodies and baddies. They have replaced sections named for “classic” Disney characters and Dwarfs.

New names for sections of the lot are part of an operational change designed to make it easier for Magic Kingdom guests to navigate and remember where they parked their vehicle in the 12,000-plus vehicle, 125-acre facility. With the change, there are two loading and unloading zones at the Transportation and Ticket Center, one for trams running to the Heroes portion of the parking lot, the other for the Villains area.

With the change, guests will park either in one of six Heroes sections (Aladdin, Mulan, Peter Pan, Rapunzel, Simba, Woody) or one of six Villains sections (Cruella, Hook, Jafar, Scar, Ursula , Zurg). According to park operations, the change provides more visual cues to joggle guests’ memories.

Disney Fantasy Upper Decks a Splashing Delight for Kids and Comfortable Retreat for Adults

An array of wet and wonderful new surprises help guests cool off as they enjoy soaking up the sun aboard the Disney Fantasy, the new Disney Cruise Line ship scheduled to set sail in March 2012.

Guests can splash and play in a brand-new water play area, AquaLab. As the story goes, AquaLab was created by Donald Duck’s nephews, Huey, Dewey and Louie, and features a variety of water “experiments” designed to drench the whole family with pop jets, geysers and bubblers.

But that’s just the beginning of the get-wet fun in the 1,800-square-foot space. By turning wheels and moving levers at three wacky aqua stations, kids “control” the speed and temperature of AquaDuck, the ship’s water coaster. At a leaky wall, the water fun is “all hands on deck” as kids try to keep the water circulating by covering holes in squirting and spurting pipes with their hands. In another area, kids scramble to stop leaky pipes from filling a row boat with water. Water leaks and sprays from the Ducky Dinghy, suspended overhead, and as the boat fills, a fish pops his head out of a bucket while everyone gets delightfully drenched.

Just for adults on the Disney Fantasy, a new exclusive area offers a retreat on the upper decks for guests 18 and older (in addition to the adults-only Quiet Cove Pool). At Satellite Sun Deck on deck 13 forward, a brand-new water feature called Satellite Falls is a circular splash pool with benches and a gently falling rain curtain that provides cool comfort. Around this upper deck, adult guests can soak up the sun in loungers or relax in the shade under a canopy.

To learn more about Disney Cruise Line or to book a vacation, guests can visit disneycruise.com, call Disney Cruise Line at 888-325-2500 or contact their travel agent.

Indiana State Leads Strong Old Spice Classic Field at Disney

The sixth annual Old Spice Classic, headlined by Indiana State, will be held Thanksgiving weekend, Nov. 24, 25 and 27, at HP Field House at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at the Walt Disney World Resort.

The Old Spice Classic field is once again strong, featuring three teams that reached the postseason in 2011. Indiana State earned an NCAA berth, while Dayton and Fairfield played in the National Invitation Tournament (NIT). They will be joined by Arizona State, DePaul, Minnesota, Texas Tech and Wake Forest.

Players to watch include Minnesota senior Trevor Mbakwe, who led Team USA in rebounding this summer at the World University Games and has been named to the John R. Wooden Award Preseason list.

The tournament consists of 12 games over three days. Each team will compete in one game per day, advancing through a bracket-tournament format. ESPN networks will air virtually the entire tournament, including all opening-day games and the championship game.

For more information about the tournament, visit OldSpiceClassic.com, follow on Twitter @OldSpiceClassic and @DisneySports and on Facebook at facebook.com/OldSpiceClassic. For more information on the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex, visit www.espnwwos.com.

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WDW Tiki Room’s “Where Am I at Disney” Contest – Free Stroller Rental From Citystrollerrentals.com

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WDW Tiki Room's "Where Am I at Disney" Contest - Free Stroller Rental From Citystrollerrentals.com

On Monday November 1st, 2011 Sorcerer Radio’s WDW Tiki Room show will be hosting a “Where Am I at Disney” Facebook contest Sponsored by City Stroller Rentals (citystrollerrentals.com)! The winner will score up to 7 days of free double,single or travel system rental!

Join hosts Kristen Hoetzel and Aljon Go on WDW Tiki Room as they discuss the series and ALL THINGS DISNEY, Fridays 8:00 a.m./EST – 5:00 a.m./PST on Sorcerer Radio – SRSounds.com.

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  • “Like” City Stroller Rentals on Facebook HERE.
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  • Answer the “Where In Disney Am I” Daily Photo Question posted on the WDW Tiki Room Facebook page as a comment. Correct answers will be accepted, one answer per Facebook account only.
  • Contest will run from 11/1 to 11/30 at 11:59 PM/EST.
  • Winner will be chosen at random and will be announced on the WDW Tiki Room Friday December 2, 2011.
  • Winner will have 14 days to claim the prize via confirmation e-mail via Facebook.
  • Prize will be issued by City Stroller Rentals and is good for a FREE stroller rental for use at the Disneyland Resort for up to 7 days.

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  • Tweet about your entry and use the following hash tag and Twitter message “I entered the #WDWTRContest for a FREE @citystroller1 rental @SRSounds @WDWTikiRoom!“
  • “Like” the other Sorcerer Radio Shows and Partners on Facebook (Sorcerer Radio, SorCom Review, Weekend Expedition Podcast, Castaway Midday, WDW After Dark, Cooking with Mickey and Jedi Mouseketeer and leave a comment regarding the contest!
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About City Stroller Rentals
We provide a large inventory of baby equipment, stroller rental & necessities for traveling families with children in the Northern and Southern California areas. Whether you are going to Disneyland or traveling across the Golden Gate Bridge, we strive to make your trip a hassle-free experience.

  • We offer competitive pricing and travel to you free of charge within our delivery areas (an extra delivery fee may apply for outside of our delivery areas)
  • No worries about airlines damaging, losing your stroller or car seat and avoid having the TSA screen and scan your baby gear. Some baby equipment items are simply too big but are a necessity to ensure your child’s safety
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About WDW Tiki Room
WDW Tiki Room, the show about all things Disney, is hosted by the husband and wife team of Aljon Go and Kristen Hoetzel. Every week they discuss Disney in pop-culture, theme parks, Disney news, celebrity interviews, Disney fan events and play the best mix of Disney artists and Disney attraction audio. The show airs every Friday at 8:00 a.m./EST, 5:00 a.m./PST and Saturday 2:00 p.m./EST, 11:00 a.m./PST on Sorcerer Radio – SRSounds.com. For more information on Kristen and Aljon as well as on-demand playback of archived shows please visit this LINK.

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