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Habit Heroes Exhibit Debuts at Innoventions at Epcot

Posted on by AllEars
from the Disney Parks Blog: A new interactive exhibit, Habit Heroes presented by Florida Blue and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, debuted at Innoventions at Epcot today. This new experience encourages children of all ages to learn healthy lifestyle habits and become more active. Guests can join forces with Habit Heroes Will Power and Callie … Continue reading "Habit Heroes Exhibit Debuts at Innoventions at Epcot"
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Disney World: What’s New, What’s Next May 11-16, 2011

Posted on by Deb Wills
Wednesday, May 11 We checked in at our resort a day before the D23 events began so that we could get settled at the resort and eat at a couple of our favorite places. We spent the morning at Epcot. The renovations in Mouse Gear are finished. When you walk in, at least at the … Continue reading "Disney World: What’s New, What’s Next May 11-16, 2011"
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Where in the World #140

Posted on by Barrie Brewer
Hi everyone – I’m back! Challenge #139 was a tough one. It had four parts, one for each week that I was on vacation. In order to make it into the prize drawing, you had to get all four parts correct. Anyone who did so was rewarded with two entries in the drawing this week. … Continue reading "Where in the World #140"
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Take a Nanooze Break

Posted on by Debra Martin Koma
New Epcot exhibition brings nano to the masses Photo of the marquee banner for the Take a Nanooze Break exhibition. February 24, 2010 A new long-term exhibition at the Walt Disney World Resort® in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., will bring visitors face to face with the nanoworld. Housed at INNOVENTIONS at Epcot®, the exhibition Take … Continue reading "Take a Nanooze Break"
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SmarterPlanet presented by IBM opens at Innoventions West in Epcot

Posted on by Mike Bachand
Today, the SmarterPlanet exhibit, which is sponsored by IBM, opened at Innoventions West in Epcot. The Grand Opening event was attended by both IBM executives as well as senior Walt Disney World Cast Members. The Grand Opening ceremony got underway with Vanessa Rosas, Walt Disney World Ambassador, welcoming everyone to the exhibit and then introducing … Continue reading "SmarterPlanet presented by IBM opens at Innoventions West in Epcot"
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Epcot 2009 Food & Wine Festival Visit

Posted on by Steve Barrett
I visited Epcot on a day near the end of the Food & Wine Festival. As I walked to Epcot, I spotted the Breathless II out for a cruise. It was the weekend, so World Showcase was crowded with local Florida visitors. I checked out many of the added Festival kiosks that showcased regional food … Continue reading "Epcot 2009 Food & Wine Festival Visit"
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Sum of all Thrills

Posted on by Jack Spence
On October 14, 2009, a new attraction opened in Innoventions East at Epcot (near Electric Umbrella). “Sum of all Thrills,” presented by Raytheon, promises to be a real crowd pleaser and I predict long lines as more people discover this innovative ride. “Sum of all Thrills” allows guests to custom-design their own roller coaster, bobsled, … Continue reading "Sum of all Thrills"
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New Exhibit at INNOVENTIONS at Epcot Showcases Math in Action as Students Design and Experience Their Own Ride Using Math Fundamentals

Posted on by Debra Martin Koma
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., Oct. 14, 2009 – Raytheon Company (NYSE: RTN) today unveiled the Sum of all Thrillsâ„¢ at INNOVENTIONS at Epcot at the Walt Disney World Resort. This new ride is a unique experience that lets park guests custom-design their own thrill ride using mathematical tools, an innovative touch-screen table and a robotic … Continue reading "New Exhibit at INNOVENTIONS at Epcot Showcases Math in Action as Students Design and Experience Their Own Ride Using Math Fundamentals"
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Paging Mr. Tom Morrow

Posted on by Lisa Berton
My contribution for our Tomorrowland themed Pic of the Week is of Innoventions in Disneyland. This building once housed Carousel of Progress which is now performing at Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World. Canon EOS A2, Canon 28-90mm USM, Fujifilm Pro 400
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Gadget Guy

Posted on by Barrie Brewer
Copyright © 2007 Barrie Brewer, Nikon D50, 18-200VR lens, 1/40s shutter, f3.8 My Pic of the Week is the Kidcot Station in Innoventions West, where kids get to learn about gadgets, satellites and robotics with Josh. He was feeling a little camera shy around me but he totally came out of his shell later on … Continue reading "Gadget Guy"
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