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"Frozen" Release Party on March 18 at Once Upon A Toy

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Once Upon a Toy in the Downtown Disney Marketplace will host a party from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on March 18 to celebrate the release of the Disney animated featured "Frozen" on Blu-ray combo pack. Weather permitting, a DJ will be on hand throughout the day, and there will be a special backdrop available … Continue reading ""Frozen" Release Party on March 18 at Once Upon A Toy"
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“I’d Ate the Back Door Buttered Ma!”

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Raglan Road, an authentic Irish restaurant and pub located at Downtown Disney, held a special event recently to celebrate St. Patrick's Day as well as to launch the new cookbook written by Neil Cubley and Chef Kevin Dundon, who co-owns the restaurant. Jack Spence reviews the event and talks a bit about the new cookbook.
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A New After-Dark Experience Treats Epcot Guests to One More Bite of Fun

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A new experience at Epcot, the IllumiNations Sparkling Dessert Party, began accepting reservations Wednesday, March 12, 2014. The party features the opportunity to sample desserts from around the world paired with international sparkling wines, while enjoying IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth fireworks from the vantage point of World Showcase Plaza. The first party will be held 8 p.m. on Saturday, March 15. Parties will subsequently be held on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. Prices are $49 per adult (ages 10 and up); $29 per child (ages 3-9). The price includes tax and 18 percent gratuity. You can book this event by calling 407-WDW-DINE.
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Shootin’ Galleries

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Shooting galleries have been a part of county fairs, carnivals, boardwalks, and amusement parks for more than 200 years, and Disney Parks are no exception to this tradition. Here's a look at the history of such shooting galleries around the Disney Parks.
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How passholders can sign up for MagicBands at Walt Disney World

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This month, Walt Disney World annual passholders are receiving invitations to customize and order their MagicBands. The resort has been testing its billion-dollar technology investment, called MyMagic+, for more than a year, but the test was limited to guests staying at Disney resorts. So, annual passholders, if you've been waiting -- patiently or otherwise -- here is what you need to know about getting your MagicBands.
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Finding “Frozen” in Disney Parks

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From the kingdom of Arendelle, guests can immerse themselves in the Oscar-winning animated blockbuster hit Frozen throughout Walt Disney Parks and Resorts. From meet and greets with royalty, to vacationing at the stunning sites that inspired the blockbuster film, here's where you can enjoy your own icy adventures.
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Audubon presents new Hummingbirds at Home garden at Epcot’s Flower & Garden Festival

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A new garden at this year's Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival invites guests not only to learn about a popular species of birds, but also to participate in a citizen science project sponsored by Audubon. Hummingbirds at Home, which is located behind Mouse Gear in Future World, is a walk-though garden presented by Audubon that features Ruby-Red Penta, Coral Honeysuckle, Firebush, Cigar and Salvia plants.
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Pollo Campero, Bodie's, babycakesNYC to Close 3/19/14

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As part of the transformation of Downtown Disney into Disney Springs, Pollo Campero, Bodie's All-American Grill and babycakesNYC, will close as of March 19, 2014. You will, however, still be able to purchase some babycakesNYC gluten-free products at select Walt Disney World Resort food courts and restaurants. There is no word on what might replace … Continue reading "Pollo Campero, Bodie's, babycakesNYC to Close 3/19/14"
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