Category: News
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Kick Yer Boots Off & Set a Spell at Disneyland’s Big Thunder Jamboree
On May 3rd, 2012, Disneyland came up with another way to incorporate its Festival Arena into usable space for the summer season. They did what now seems to be the obvious thing; since the entrance to the Arena is at the back of the Big Thunder Ranch -they opened it up as the Big Thunder Jamboree! …
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New Disney Film Highlights Timothy Green: A Force of Nature
For most people, warm weather brings many images to mind: brightly colored flowers, carnivals, sunshine, sandy beaches, and barbecues. Many find themselves outdoors more often and gardening their homes. Seeds are planted, new growth begins, and the anticipation of summer becomes one of the top thoughts inhabiting minds everywhere. However, for one couple, the season…
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It’s a Small World Collection by LeSportsac Debuts This Summer
Looking for a new bag to take to the beach or on your next vacation? This week, LeSportsac and Disney Consumer Products announced the “It’s a Small World Collection” set to hit shelves in the summer. Paying homage to the style of legendary artist, Mary Blair, the collection of tote and shoulder bags combines brightly…
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First Look: Mad T Party at Disney California Adventure
This weekend, the Mad T Party had a soft opening at Disney California Adventure to kick off this amazing summer. The Mad T Party is replacing the very popular ElecTRONica party. You know, the one that opened for 3 months and stayed for over 1.5 years! Mary Jo and I caught wind of the soft…
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Treats are Expanded at Disneyland’s Reimagined Candy Palace!
Disneyland has certainly had its share of Main Street USA renovations in 2012. I’ve written about the remodel of the Gibson Girl Ice Cream Parlor, the new decor of the Penny Arcade and its Concert Orchestrion, and now, I want to present the final shop in that block – the Candy Palace! The candy makers, who have…
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Orchestrion Shares its Past at Disneyland’s Re-Imagined Penny Arcade
This has been the summer of the Main Street USA refurbishments. I told you about the Gibson Girl Ice Cream Parlor’s makeover, but I want to ensure that we don’t overlook the changes next door – at the Penny Arcade! This area has received a new layout, a fresh coat of sparkling beauty, and had a…
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Disneyland’s Gibson Girl Shows Off Her New Finery!
Did you hear that? It was the resounding cry of joy from hot and sweaty Main Street USA guests! Why? Disneyland has finally unveiled the re-imagined Gibson Girl Ice Cream Parlor! Since their bakery neighbor moved down the street and became the Jolly Holiday Bakery, they decided to do a bit of renovation to serve guests better.…