Atlanta Braves Begin New Era with Fredi Gonzalez at Helm During Spring Training 2011 at ESPN WWOS

A new era of Atlanta Braves baseball dawns in February 2011 when the National League East team begins spring training at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex.  For the first time since June 1990, a person not named Bobby Cox will be calling the shots as Braves manager. Fredi Gonzalez,

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Video: Walt Disney Remixes – Mars, Moon and Space

A few Walt Disney Remixes for your Friday evening. Very Cool. Let us know what you think in the comment section below. Journey to the Red Planet with Walt Disney as your guide. This never-before-seen video remixes rare retro footage from Disney’s imaginative 1957 “Mars and Beyond” TV program. Lift-off

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Record Field Expected for 3rd Disney’s Princess Half Marathon Feb. 25-27

A record field of runners is expected for the third Disney’s Princess Half Marathon presented by Lady Foot Locker on Feb. 27, 2011.  The 13.1-mile event charts a course through Magic Kingdom and Epcot as the signature moment of a full weekend of women’s fitness-focused fun. Disney’s Princess Half Marathon

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Disney Calling Lovebirds to Enjoy New Memories Collection

To mark the 20th anniversary of Disney’s Fairy Tale Weddings, Disney has announced a new Memories Collection which includes specialty pricing to commemorate the milestone. Throughout the 20-month celebration, couples are invited to create new memories through intimate ceremonies.  The Memories Celebration includes up to six guests, including the couple,

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Disney Art of Animation Resort Creates 1600 New Jobs

Plans for Disney’s Art of Animation Resort mean new construction jobs for Central Floridians now and new permanent resort hotel jobs when the property opens in 2012. Already in the land clearing stage, the project is expected to create up to 800 construction jobs. Once open by the end of

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Toy Story 3 Topiary Headlines at Epcot Flower & Garden Festival March 2-May 15, 2011

The heroes of “Toy Story 3” have left the toy box. Woody and Buzz Lightyear meet arch-enemy Lotso the teddy bear on the Future World playground for the 18th Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival March 2 through May 15, 2011, at Walt Disney World Resort. The popular Disney•Pixar characters hit

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Disney’s Pixie Hollow – Happy Hollow-days Sweepstakes

Enter Disney‘s Pixie Hollow’s Happy Hollow-days Sweepstakes for your chance to win one of 10 prize packs including membership to Pixie Hollow and a $250 Disney gift card. Eligibility: USA, 13+ Start Date: November 30, 2010 End Date: December 28, 2010 at 12:00 a.m. PT Entry Frequency: One time per

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Disneyworld Refurbishment Schedule January 2011

Refurbishment/closure information is subject to change without notice and should be confirmed just prior to visiting. Current Typhoon Lagoon closed through 1/15/11 for annual refurbishment. Star Tours (Hollywood Studios) closed through 5/16/11 for refurbishment. Paddock Leisure Pool (Saratoga Springs Resort) closed through 6/29/11 for refurbishment. Upcoming Palm, Magnolia, Osprey Ridge

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Where to Eat Organic at Disney World

In the last decade, organic food has grown in popularity and become increasingly available, from your local farmer’s market to the most unlikely of places, Walmart. As organic food has become easier to find, it’s also gotten less expensive, which is great for people like me who feel that organic is

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Walt Disney World Resort VoluntEARS Collect 20,000 Toys for Local Children

I love to read about stories like this and the generosity of the Disney VoluntEARS. With approximately 20,000 brand new toys in tow, Walt Disney World Resort VoluntEARS were on a mission this morning to make the holidays brighter for thousands of local children. Joined by Mickey Mouse and Duffy

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Do Seniors Really Use Online Social Media?

This isn’t really a Disney article but the inspiration for it came from an article about Lee Cockerell, retired Executive Vice President of Walt Disney World Parks and Resorts. He is 66 years old and an avid user of Facebook, Linkedin, and Twitter. He is not alone in that respect,

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Disneyworld Hidden Gems – Epcot’s Canada Pavilion

Beginning in Canada and working our way counter-clockwise to Mexico, each of the eleven countries showcased has a distinct architectural style and timeline. Of the countries in The World Showcase, Canada’s vast expanses and diverse architecture, population and culture make it a perfect starting point for this trek. “Oh, Canada!”

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Disney VoluntEARS Create a “Beary” Christmas for Children in Need

A teddy bear is special gift. In an instant, it can become a child’s best friend. Partnering with the Salvation Army of Central Florida, Disney VolunEARS dressed more than 2,000 bears during this year’s Dress-A-Bear program. Walt Disney World cast members have been participating in the Dress-A-Bear program for the

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Disney World Quick Tips – Which Resort Category Is Right For You?

Before you read further, take a look at the clouds in the center of the photo – it’s a sorta/kinda Hidden Mickey. If you are going to be staying on site at Walt Disney World you have to make a choice concerning your resort. Except for the time frame of

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