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Savor, Sip and Sparkle at California Grill

Posted on by AllEars
We attended the Celebration at the Top – Savor, Sip and Sparkle event at California Grill on Sunday, October 1. This was a MNSSHP night at Magic Kingdom, so we started at 9:15PM with fireworks at 10:15. Times vary with the MK fireworks schedule. We arrived and checked in at the California Grill podium on … Continue reading "Savor, Sip and Sparkle at California Grill"
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The Galleries of Epcot — Morocco: Gallery of Arts and History

Posted on by J. Scott Lopes
by J. Scott Lopes AllEars.Net Guest Blogger What if I told you there was a great attraction to visit that did not need Fastpass and has no queue to wait in? Well, there is such a place — it’s the Gallery of Arts and History located in World Showcase’s Morocco pavilion in Epcot. Epcot is … Continue reading "The Galleries of Epcot — Morocco: Gallery of Arts and History"
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The Galleries of Epcot — Japan: Bijutsu-kan Gallery

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by J. Scott Lopes AllEars.Net Guest Blogger Epcot is home to many unique galleries that house rotating exhibits, one of which is located in the rear of the Japan pavilion. These galleries are a great place to take a break and learn about the host country, and even get out of the sun or rain … Continue reading "The Galleries of Epcot — Japan: Bijutsu-kan Gallery"
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This blogger’s been busy: Two new books recently released

Posted on by Chuck Schmidt
The entrance to Disneyland Park in France goes under the Disneyland Hotel. [Ginny Osborne] When my first book was published, I had what can be best described as a George McFly moment. You remember the scene from Back to the Future: Surrounded by his family, George proudly opens a box containing copies of his newly … Continue reading "This blogger’s been busy: Two new books recently released"
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Disney Legend Marty Sklar learns that inspiration can be a two-way street

Posted on by Chuck Schmidt
Marty Sklar, center, poses for a photo after his presentation at the Festival of the Arts in Epcot in February. From the left are Julian Robinson, Chuck Schmidt, Marty, Janet Schmidt and Gail Robinson. [Courtesy of Gail and Julian Robinson] “One little spark, of inspiration, is at the heart, of all creation.” – Richard and … Continue reading "Disney Legend Marty Sklar learns that inspiration can be a two-way street"
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Monorail guru Bob Gurr talks about Monty … and his concept drawing of the famed transit vehicle

Posted on by Chuck Schmidt
Bob Gurr’s original drawing of the monorail, sketched in late 1958. The color was added by Disney Legend John Hench. Hey, Bob Gurr … now that you’ve completed a documentary showing the world just how you designed some of the world’s most innovative theme park attractions, what are you going to do next? “My next … Continue reading "Monorail guru Bob Gurr talks about Monty … and his concept drawing of the famed transit vehicle"
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