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Frankenweenie 3D Preview

September 26, 2012 by Debra Martin Koma

Senior Editor Deb Koma attended a preview screening of the upcoming stop-motion animated film, "Frankenweenie," directed -- in black-and-white Disney Digital 3D! -- by Tim Burton and set for release next Friday, October 5. The free preview was one of more than a dozen taking place across the country this week, sponsored by D23, The Official Disney Fan Club.

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Common Bonds Quiz – Answers

August 21, 2012 by Jack Spence

Here are the answers to yesterday’s Common Bonds Quiz. You were to take three words or phrases and determine where at Walt Disney World all would be applicable. I hope you did well. As always, this quiz is just for fun. No winners will be announced and no prizes awarded. Common Bonds 1 Barrel Old … Continue reading "Common Bonds Quiz – Answers"

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Getting a Job at Walt Disney World (Part 3 of 3)

July 25, 2012 by Jack Spence

In yesterday’s blog, I talked about what to expect if you move to Orlando. I realize that for many of you, this is only half of the dream. The other half is getting a job at Walt Disney World. This is fantastic! Many thousands of retirees have already done this and they couldn’t be happier. … Continue reading "Getting a Job at Walt Disney World (Part 3 of 3)"

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Outdoor Portrait Lighting Jedi Style

July 25, 2012 by Lisa Berton

Making girls soon on the mean Streets of America was Anakin Skywalker, of Star Wars Weekends at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The brooding soon-to-turn bad guy, stood out in the hot sun (ours not his), greeting fans, posing for photos, and signing autographs. Let’s find out if he used Jedi mind tricks on me. My Canon … Continue reading "Outdoor Portrait Lighting Jedi Style"

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Moving to Orlando (Part 2 of 3)

July 24, 2012 by Jack Spence

In yesterday’s blog, I talked about Orlando’s first permanent resident Aaron Jernigan and the events that enticed thousands of others to follow him here over the last 169 years. But what about you? Do you want to move to the Orlando metropolitan area? Since many of you have written to me, stating this desire, I … Continue reading "Moving to Orlando (Part 2 of 3)"

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A Brief History of Orlando (Part 1 of 3)

July 23, 2012 by Jack Spence

My next blog (presented over the next three days) will be a little different than my usual articles. I know you check out my webpage each week to learn more about the Disney parks, past and present. But occasionally I need a little break from all the magic. Believe it or not, I do not … Continue reading "A Brief History of Orlando (Part 1 of 3)"

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Photography Tips from it’s a small world Cast

July 11, 2012 by Lisa Berton

In another exclusive conversation with the Cast Members of it’s a small world, they wanted to jump into my photography blog and offer their own advice. Based on the millions upon millions of both happy singers and grumpy eye rollers who point camera lenses at them, they have incomprehensible experience on how best to record … Continue reading "Photography Tips from it’s a small world Cast"

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Enchanted Tiki Room Lighting

June 13, 2012 by Lisa Berton

Buenas dias. My naps are getting more and more elusive. Look at all the people. Welcome to Lisa Berton’s Enchanted Tiki Room Lighting blog entry. My goodness, you’re all staring at these words, I’d better type faster. The singing flowers and talking birds enjoy a cool and dark environment which is why you might find … Continue reading "Enchanted Tiki Room Lighting"

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Indiana Jones and Canon’s Smart Shutter

May 30, 2012 by Lisa Berton

Millions of folks with point and shoot cameras don’t take advantage of even half of what their cameras can do. I recently chatted up a gentleman in a wholesale store who was looking at cameras. He had just bought a camera and was comparing prices. I was surprised, as I always am, when he said … Continue reading "Indiana Jones and Canon’s Smart Shutter"

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Cast Members Only — A Quiz — Answers

May 23, 2012 by Jack Spence

Here are the answers to the “Cast Members Only” quiz. I found it interesting that I came across the fewest uniquely themed signs in the Magic Kingdom and none at all in the World Showcase section of Epcot. I’m assuming that the lack of interesting signs in the Magic Kingdom has to do with the … Continue reading "Cast Members Only — A Quiz — Answers"

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