November 7, 2006
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DISNEY INSIDER PRESENTS: FAN SPOTLIGHT
Walt Disney World Disney Really Is Magical for All Ages!
by Kathryn, Austin, TX, 39

My first trip to Walt Disney World was with a boyfriend in 1988, and I was not very excited ... I simply didn't see what business "grown-ups" had going to a children's theme park. Needless to say, I was completely and ... read more
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NEXT WEEK
Thanksgiving is just around
the corner!
Join us next week for some fun and festive ideas for your Disney holiday.

Join us next week for some fun and festive ideas for your Disney holiday.
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THE MAIN ATTRACTION
Disney Archivist Dave Smith and a special friend. Disney Archivist Dave Smith and a special friend.

Dave Smith on Disney -- A to Z and Everything in Between

He's the man who knows it all. The guru of all things Disney. Someone who has met every Disney luminary from Walt Disney (briefly, during a childhood Disneyland trip) to Robert Iger. And the guy who can answer those nagging questions that have bothered you for years about Disney matters large and small.

He's Dave Smith, Disney Archivist. The co-author of several Disney trivia books, he is also the mastermind behind "Disney A to Z," the only Disney encyclopedia covering all aspects of The Walt Disney Company and Walt Disney himself, from the Alice Comedies right up to the newest releases. In the 10 years since it first appeared, the book has been a touchstone for Disneyphiles everywhere. And "Disney A to Z" has just had its first update in eight years, with scads of new information and photos.

Dave kindly agreed to sit down with us and share a peek behind the covers ...
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HISTORY AND TRIVIA
disney sci-fi dine-in theater restaurant DID YOU KNOW?
Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater Restaurant at Disney-MGM Studios re-creates a 1950s drive-in theater where diners sit in "convertibles" and watch old B-movie trailers and cartoons.

THIS WEEK IN DISNEY HISTORY
11/13/91 - "Beauty and the Beast" is released
11/13/97 - "The Lion King" opens on Broadway

ASK DAVE
YOUR QUESTION
Did Disneyland have Christmas theming starting from the opening year?
- Lionel T., 42, Berkeley, CA
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DAVE'S ANSWER
Yes, Disneyland has had a holiday theme every year it has been open. In 1955, the "Christmas at Disneyland Festival" ran from November 24 to January 8, 1956. Included was a "Christmas Show Parade" and a Christmas Bowl where visiting groups performed.

NEW
"Cars" is now on DVD! Visit the online showroom or check out the soundtrack!

Mary Poppins hits Broadway this month. Explore the music or buy tickets now!


VIDEO
Get a tour through the treasures of the Disney Archives.

New to collecting? Find a few tips.

Hear Tim Allen on "The Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause."


SWEEPSTAKES
Radio Disney Family Project -- Win $10,000 for charity.

"The Little Mermaid" Sweepstakes -- Enter to win a Disney vacation!

Narnia Ultimate Fan Contest -- Enter to win a trip to Narnia!


TIPS
Want to collect a rare Disney Hummel figure, or pick up a gift you can only get at the Parks? Now you have options -- call Walt Disney World Mail Order at 407.363.6200 and ask for assistance. They're a great resource for Disney Fans.
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