On Feb. 5, the Grammy Award-winning singer performed “The Star Spangled Banner” at the NFL championship game in Indianapolis. Just a few days later, her newest single – “Stronger (What Doesn’t Kill You)” – soared to the coveted number one spot on the “Billboard Hot 100” songs chart. Then, on Feb. 12 she joined country … Continue reading "Kelly Clarkson Visits Walt Disney World"
HGTV’s ‘My Yard Goes Disney’ host says new things are in store for show’s new season
Posted onThe second season of HGTV’s popular My Yard Goes Disney kicks off this week with a one-hour premiere at 9 p.m. ET on Friday, February 24. I talked with the show’s host, Brandon Johnson, about what viewers can expect this season and about how he enjoys his various Disney-related TV roles. “We’re going to be … Continue reading "HGTV’s ‘My Yard Goes Disney’ host says new things are in store for show’s new season"
Come Fly with ‘Minnie’s Fly Girls Charter Airline’ at Disney California Adventure Park
Posted on“Minnie’s Fly Girls Charter Airline” opened February 17th at Disney California Adventure park. This tune-filled “travelogue” of song, dance and audience interaction takes place in Condor Flats, across from Soarin’ Over California, featuring songs from the ’40s, ’50s and ’60s in a colorful new show sure to appeal to the young and young at heart. … Continue reading "Come Fly with ‘Minnie’s Fly Girls Charter Airline’ at Disney California Adventure Park"
‘Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom’ Game Debuts February 22nd
Posted onVillains Beware! New ‘Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom’ Game Coming Soon to Walt Disney World Resort When the new “Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom” game debuts at Magic Kingdom on February 22, it will be up to guests to discover and defeat the Disney villains who are wreaking havoc behind the scenes at the Walt … Continue reading "‘Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom’ Game Debuts February 22nd"
Girl Scouts to celebrate 100th birthday at Walt Disney World
Posted onGirl Scouts will have a unique opportunity to celebrate their organization’s 100th birthday this spring with special events at Walt Disney World during Memorial Day weekend. “Bridging into the Next Century” takes place May 25 to 28 at Epcot in Orlando, Florida. On Saturday, troops will recite the Girl Scout Promise in unison with all … Continue reading "Girl Scouts to celebrate 100th birthday at Walt Disney World"
Making Mountains for Cars Land at Disney California Adventure
Posted onKathy Mangum, Executive Producer & Vice President, Walt Disney Imagineering provides this great update! When it came to building Ornament Valley – the mountain range that serves as the backdrop to Radiator Springs in Cars Land at Disney California Adventure park – we just didn’t have that kind of time! So, we did what comes … Continue reading "Making Mountains for Cars Land at Disney California Adventure"
Disney World to enforce return times for FastPasses in March
Posted onFamilies planning to visit Walt Disney World after the first week in March may want to reconsider their touring strategies for the theme parks. Beginning March 7, cast members will enforce the end times on FastPass tickets, according to multiple reports and sources. FastPasses are essentially reservation times for guests to return to the most … Continue reading "Disney World to enforce return times for FastPasses in March"
Animal Kingdom – The Storks of Discovery Island
Posted onI was recently in Animal Kingdom to walk some of the animal trails. One of my favorites is just outside of Africa and part of the Discovery Island Trails. Since the Saddle-billed stork viewing area is first, we will check out what’s happening! Little did I know what a treat I was in for special … Continue reading "Animal Kingdom – The Storks of Discovery Island"
Michelle Obama Celebrates Let’s Move! and Disney Magic of Healthy Living at Walt Disney World Resort
Posted onOn a tour to celebrate the second anniversary of her Let’s Move! initiative, First Lady Michelle Obama spoke to hundreds of children and parents at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex about the importance of healthy living. She also recognized the efforts of Disney Magic of Healthy Living, which partners with parents in their quest … Continue reading "Michelle Obama Celebrates Let’s Move! and Disney Magic of Healthy Living at Walt Disney World Resort"
VISION House® in INNOVENTIONS Pella® Partners with Green Builder® Media to Showcase Products
Posted onNew exhibit helps families experience green, state-of-the-art home PELLA, Iowa, Feb. 9, 2012 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ — It sounds like a futuristic movie scene: a woman at work uses her smart phone to remotely unlock her front door for a repairman. As the sunny winter day turns into evening, her time-activated home automation system lowers … Continue reading "VISION House® in INNOVENTIONS Pella® Partners with Green Builder® Media to Showcase Products"
