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Sounds Like Summer Concert Series – Karin Lawson

Posted on by Mike Bachand
I went into Epcot to do one of my favorite things; to see a concert at the American Garden Theater which is located right in front of the American Adventure. This time of the year we get to see the Sounds Like Summer concert series. Performing in this series are tribute bands playing songs of … Continue reading "Sounds Like Summer Concert Series – Karin Lawson"
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Captain EO Returns to Epcot – Cast and Media Preview

Posted on by AllEars
June 30, 2010 Cast Members and Media were invited to a preview of Captain EO’s return to Epcot. Captain EO is vintage Michael Jackson in his prime. The songs are all original Jackson, and bring to life the story of an electronic band of space creatures who undergo a magical transformation and aid Jackson in … Continue reading "Captain EO Returns to Epcot – Cast and Media Preview"
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My Favorite Parades and Fireworks

Posted on by Mike Bachand
This week we get to list our favorite parade and fireworks. However, before we get to that task I do want to comment on last weeks blog. 50’s Prime Time was on most everyone’s list and loved for both the theming and the food. On the other hand, it seems that people either loved or … Continue reading "My Favorite Parades and Fireworks"
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September Disney World Calendar

Posted on by Barrie Brewer
I thought I’d share a picture of the Space Shuttle launching over Mission Space in Epcot for the September calendar. This was taken when I was there this past May. I felt like Mission Space was the perfect place to catch one of the last launches that we may see, at least for awhile. You … Continue reading "September Disney World Calendar"
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Where in the World #136

Posted on by Barrie Brewer
This was Challenge #135: And here’s the answer: Copyright © 2010 Barrie Brewer, Nikon D300, 18-200mm VR, 1/160s shutter, f/16, ISO 640 St. Theodore adorns the top of this column in Epcot – specifically, in the World Showcase Italy pavilion. St. Theodore was the first Patron Saint of Venice. The other column has the Lion … Continue reading "Where in the World #136"
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Sounds Like Summer Concert Series – Hotel California

Posted on by Mike Bachand
This time of the year the Sounds Like Summerr concert series is running daily at the American Garden Theater which is located right in front of the American Adventure. Performing in this series are tribute bands playing songs of some truly great recording artists. Performing this week is Hotel California. This is a group that, … Continue reading "Sounds Like Summer Concert Series – Hotel California"
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Mariachi Cobre

Posted on by Barrie Brewer
Copyright © 2010 Barrie Brewer, Nikon D300, 11-16mm, 1/13 sec, f/2.8, ISO 2500 My Pic of the Week is Mariachi Cobre, a 12-piece band that plays Mexican folk music. The group began playing at Walt Disney World in 1973 at the Contemporary Resort and the Magic Kingdom, while on summer break from the University of … Continue reading "Mariachi Cobre"
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Sounds Like Summer Concert Series – Stayin’ Alive

Posted on by Mike Bachand
I went into Epcot to do one of my favorite things; to see a concert at the American Garden Theater which is located right in front of the American Adventure. This time of the year we get to see the Sounds Like Summer concert series. Performing in this series are tribute bands playing songs of … Continue reading "Sounds Like Summer Concert Series – Stayin’ Alive"
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Where in the World #134

Posted on by Barrie Brewer
This was Challenge #133: And here’s the answer: Copyright © 2010 Barrie Brewer, Nikon D300, 11-16mm, 1/25s shutter, f/2.8, ISO 800 When I exited Test Track in Epcot, I was totally enthralled by the colors and lines of the assembly line that you pass through at the end of the ride. I had a new … Continue reading "Where in the World #134"
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Disney Pic of the Week – Hidden Mickeys

Posted on by Barrie Brewer
Funny that I should be the one to introduce this week’s Pic of the Week topic, Hidden Mickeys. I am the world’s worst hidden Mickey locator. I get really excited when I find some of the most obvious ones there are, like the plates on the shop door in Morocco and the hubcaps in Mickey’s … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week – Hidden Mickeys"
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