Model of the new Fantasyland
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If you are to visit the One Man’s Dream exhibition you will notice one very large change. As of the 16th May, the large model of new Fantasyland (seen at the press Summer to Remember event and at the D23 Expo 2011) will be available for guests to get up close to for the first time in Orlando. Take a look at the images below released by Disney of the installation of the new model
Disney Phineas and Ferb: Agent P’s World Showcase Adventure
From the Disney Parks Blog
Just wanted to give you a quick update on the new Disney Phineas and Ferb: Agent P’s World Showcase Adventure, including showcasing some new renderings of the experience we debuted at the Summer to Remember press event in April.
Starting in late June, Disney Phineas & Ferb: Agent P’s World Showcase Adventure is based on the wily secret-agent alter-ego of Perry the Platypus – faithful pet to the title characters from Disney’s animated series “Phineas & Ferb.” Although just a simple pet to Phineas and Ferb, Perry turns into Agent P in each episode to help stop the misguided plans of his nemesis, Dr. Doofenshmirtz.
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Epcot guests will transform into secret agents to help Agent P thwart some of Dr. Doofenshmirtz’s most daring plots. Agents will use a high tech detection device called a “F.O.N.E.” or Field Operative Notification Equipment to receive clues for each case. Solving the clues will take agents to different places throughout seven World Showcase countries at Epcot – Mexico Pavilion, France Pavilion, Germany Pavilion, Norway Pavilion, Japan Pavilion, China Pavilion and the United Kingdom Pavilion. Agents will scour each country for clues, evil “Inators,” and – with a little bit of luck – help Agent P defeat Dr. Doofenshmirtz.
The current Disney Kim Possible World Showcase Adventure will close this Friday, May 18.
Gourmet Soiree: Dining to a Healthy 100
The Food Network’s Robert Irvine and Florida Hospital invite guests to roll up their sleeves and cook their way to a Healthy 100 at its newest fundraising event – Gourmet Soiree – promoting the overall health and well being of the community.
The interactive dinner will feature a reception, live and silent auctions, and a delicious meal. With guidance from renowned celebrity chefs including Irvine, Sweet! by Holly’s Hollis Wilder and other local celebrity chefs, guests will learn how exciting healthy cooking can be by preparing a healthy dinner at their very own table, while donning aprons and chef’s hats. Guests are given the opportunity to choose the area within the hospital closest to their heart to designate where their funds will be directed.
5:30 PM to 9:30 PM
Rosen Shingle Creek
9939 Universal Boulevard
Orlando, FL 32819
Individual tickets $250
Sponsorship Opportunities Available from $2,500 and up.
Spooky Empires May-Hem returns
Spooky Empire has quickly become one of the most respected horror event promotions companies in the United States, bringing to life two of the most popular horror conventions in the nation, with fans attending from all over the world.
October’s event, Ultimate Horror Weekend, has grown significantly since its modest start in Fort Lauderdale in 2003. After finding a permanent home in Orlando, FL it has become one of the largest horror conventions in the nation, with more and more fans attending each year. Just when you think the show can’t be topped, Spooky Empire brings it bigger and better the next year! Each show is more monstrous than the last. The name describes it perfectly; it is THE ULTIMATE weekend for horror fans of all ages!
Where else can you meet and mingle with your favorite horror movie and TV stars, buy any collectible you can imagine from your choice of over 200 vendors and artists, see new and up and coming films as well as your old favorites, take part in one of the largest Zombie Walks, get tattooed by some of the best artists from around the world, and of course party ‘til your heart’s content…or until you puke…and that doesn’t even list half of the events that go on during this non-stop weekend of horrors.
Spooky Empire felt as though they could still give the fans more. So, in 2011 they introduced the first “May-Hem” event taking place on Memorial Day weekend. Although a more… Continue reading
Pet Amnesty Day Returns to Gatorland
Florida Wildlife Commission and Gatorland will host a Nonnative Pet Amnesty Day Saturday, May 19th from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Gatorland in Orlando. Species of Concern (nonnative reptiles, amphibians, birds, fish, mammals and invertebrates) will be accepted.
If you have an exotic pet you can no longer care for, don’t just open the front door and set it free. It’s illegal to release a nonnative animal into the wild in Florida, and it could be detrimental for the animal and the environment.
Saturday, May 19, 2012
10AM – 2PM
Gatorland
14501 S. Orange Blossom Trail
Orlando, Florida 32837
*South Parking Lot Entrance
This Pet Amnesty Day is free and open to the public. Exotic animals can be surrendered to the FWC free of charge with no questions asked and no penalties. Domestic pets including, but not limited to, dogs, cats and ferrets will not be accepted.
Nonnative pet amnesty events help to increase awareness of nonnative species problems. Over 400 nonnative species have been observed in Florida, and more than 130 have reproducing populations. For more information on nonnative species in Florida, visit www.myFWC.com/nonnatives.
Anyone interested in adopting nonnative pets should download the proper adoption applications and animal care sheets at www.myFWC.com/nonnatives and click on “How to become an FWC exotic pet adopter.” Adopters must have knowledge of natural history and caging requirements along with having proper facilities for the animals they are interested in adopting.
LEGOLAND® FLORIDA CREATES PROGRAM TO HELP PARENTS OF FIRST-TIME COASTER RIDERS
The 2012 summer travel season is here and theme parks from coast to coast are rolling out all-new, ever-daring thrill rides.
For parents hoping that this is the year their child musters the courage to take that first roller coaster adventure, it’s a tough call: do they encourage, bribe or shame their kids into facing their fears? Or let them decide for themselves?
This summer, LEGOLAND® Florida, Central Florida’s newest theme park, is helping families deal with Veloxrotaphobia, or fear of roller coasters, by arming parents with “Roller Coaster Readiness” tips.
Leadership at the park reached out to nationally-recognized psychologist and award-winning author Dr. Susan Bartell to create tools for both guests and employees to help parents manage these challenging situations.
“Our junior roller coasters offer just the right blend of speed and thrill that make LEGOLAND Florida the perfect spot for kids to ride their very first roller coaster,” says Adrian Jones, LEGOLAND Florida general manager. “But because we know the ‘pink knuckle’ nature of these attractions doesn’t mitigate a first timer’s fears, we wanted to provide resources to parents as well as our model citizens to ensure that every first plunge is a positive experience for the entire family.”
According to Bartell, there are a host of mistakes parents commonly make when it comes to handling their child’s fear of roller coasters.
“Dismissing a child’s fear, comparing them to a sibling or friend, bribing them with gifts and money, or… Continue reading
Eye on Orlando – May 13th 2012
Must be a record – recorded and put up as podcast same day !
This week it is Nick, Adam and Juz discussing the news
- It’s Time to PLAY at the Orlando Science Center!
- 2012 Orlando Fringe Festival
- The Science of Wine Returns to the Orlando Science Center
- Rosen Hotels & Resorts’ Salutes U.S. Armed Forces With Half-Price Orlando Accommodations and Buffet Dining
- Space Out at the Orlando Science Center As We Celebrate Astronomy Month!
Nick then gets questioned about Orlando, Vinylmations,pins and walking !
From there we all share what we think would be our perfect day in Central Florida, and Nick ridicules Perkins
Enjoy and let us know what your perfect day would be over at www.orlandoskyradio.com
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It’s Time to PLAY at the Orlando Science Center!
Discover a new exhibit at the Orlando Science Center that explores the games people play. Premiering Saturday, May 26, PLAY is a dynamic blend of art, music, philosophy and science. Composed of giant interactive games, the exhibit invites guests of all ages to become a part of unique, multi-sensory experiences and examine how people interact with one another. The exhibit will be on display throughout the summer at the Science Center, wrapping up on Labor Day, September 3, 2012.
The six featured games – backgammon, billiards, bowling, dice, dominoes and foosball – are games of strategy, luck, physical coordination and cooperation. Each of the games in PLAY is also a metaphor for social themes and science concepts that are essential to life. They focus on actions that are crucial to the development of social skills, as well as suggest underlying science principles.
Visitors are literally immersed in the experience as they become life-sized foosball players, pile up giant dominoes, step in concert with others on a larger-than-life backgammon board or “transform” into a gigantic bowling ball. All of the games help visitors explore friendship, collaboration and teamwork firsthand. Musical compositions and vibrant art, created specifically for each area, enrich the experiences, which include:
Express yourself and respect the will of the group
Visitors can become the “game piece” in one of the eight life-sized, hollow soccer players on the foosball table. This allows an examination into the importance of individual expression and respecting the will of the group.
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Stars in Parks
Legendary rocker and former lead guitarist of Guns N’ Roses, Slash, was hosted by Universal Orlando Resort on May 8, 2012 where he experienced Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit – a roller coaster that allows guests to choose the soundtrack for their ride. During his ride, he rocked out to ZZ Top’s “Gimme All Your Lovin’.” Best known for guitar solos in timeless hits like “November Rain” and “Sweet Child O’Mine,” Slash enjoyed both Universal Orlando theme parks after a live performance at Hard Rock Live during his North American tour with Myles Kennedy and The Conspirators.
Grand Opening of Universal’s Superstar Parade and Cinematic Spectacular
On May 8, 2012, Universal Orlando Resort celebrated the grand opening of Universal’s Superstar Parade – an entirely new form of entertainment that combines wildly creative floats with hundreds of performers to create whole new levels of fun and excitement. The all-new, daily parade opened along with Universal’s Cinematic Spectacular – 100 Years of Movie Memories – a new nighttime show that takes guests on a journey filled with powerful movie moments. Both experiences will run year-round at Universal Studios Florida.
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