High School Musical 2: School's Out

"High School Musical 2: School's Out!" With new songs and a rollicking new spirit, the Disney Channel Original Movie "High School Musical 2" comes to life on the streets of Disney's Hollywood Studios. It is interactive fun as high-energy performers on a traveling stage invite all ages to catch Wildcat fever by singing and dancing. (fall 2007, replaces "High School Musical Pep Rally") Orlando Attractions

Festival of the Lion King

"Festival of the Lion King" (Disney's Animal Kingdom). Animal heroes and villains of Disney's "The Lion King" movie star in this spectacle that combines the pageantry of a parade with the excitement of an African tribal celebration. Young guests are invited to entertain the audience with a variety of African musical instruments as they join the performers in a parade around the theater, followed by audience participation in competing groups singing a rousing rendition of "The Lion Sleeps Tonight." Disney Animal Kingdom

Clarion Universal Hotel in Orlando Presents 2007 Back to School Special:

The Clarion Universal Hotel, located just across from Universal Studio, has just announced Back to School Special for the kid in you. Now that the kids are back in school, you can have your playground back!

The Back to School Special starts from $69/room – 50% off regular rates. Stay only minutes from Universal Studios Orlando, home to the best heart-pumping rides in Orlando and City Walk. Come to the largest playground on the planet created especially for adults - a 30-acre entertainment complex where you can enjoy live music, casual and fine dining, dancing, shopping, movies, and more.

Take your recess in Orlando and enjoy the fall weather and kid-free zone, where you’ll have the run of the place, no long lines and no curfew. It’s great being a kid – again, but even more fun when you’re an adult! The Clarion Universal is offering exceptional rates to make your vacation that much sweeter.

Back to School Special features:
Rates from $69/night – 50% off regular rates!
100% Satisfaction Guarantee
Free shuttle to and from Universal Studios
Complimentary full breakfast buffet for two – a $20 value
Free daily newspaper and High Speed Wireless Internet
Choose from 300 beautifully appointed deluxe guest rooms, including 18 mini-suites (suite surcharge applies)
Ideal hotel location near all Orlando attractions, theme parks, shopping & dining, including Walt Disney’s Magic Kingdom, MGM Studios, Epcot Center and Animal Kingdom
Large outdoor heated pool, two large whirlpool spas and spacious sun deck
Lighted tennis court, basketball court, and more!
“Sharky & Jack’s Bar & Grille”, featuring casual dining with a Caribbean flavor & nightly happy hour specials
Seasonal poolside cabana bar
Valid through September 30, 2007
To book your Back to School Getaway at the Clarion Universal and celebrate that “the kids are back in school” with special rates from $69, visit the hotel website at http://www.clarionuniversal.com/hot_rates.php?chebs=PR_CU or call toll-free in the US and Canada: 1-800-445-7299 or local phone: 407-351-5009.

About the Clarion Universal Hotel in Orlando:
The Clarion Hotel Universal, an AAA 3-diamond, Orlando Florida hotel, offers the ideal setting for your next Orlando vacation. The hotel is located in Orlando’s popular International Drive resort area, within walking distance of great dining, shopping and family entertainment. Convenient to the hotel are a variety of great dining experiences, such as Fish Bones, Ruth's Chris, Charlie's Steak House, the Sumba Room and the Capital Grill. We are also near exciting and interactive dinner theaters, go carts and put-put, movies and bowling, night clubs and comedy clubs. The brand new “Mall at Millennia” and the PRIME Factory Outlet shops are less than 5 miles from the hotel.

Join Jeffreys Restaurant Wine Dinner Series

Tuesday, August 28, 2007
Reception 6:30pm - 7:00pm Four Coarse Course Dinner 7:00pm
Live Entertainment&Expert Wine Speakers
Jeffery's Restaurant,Tasters Guild Orlando, and Stacole Fine Wines are proud to present wines from Saintsbury Winery and other California and Oregon Wines. The evening's menu, prepared by Jeffery's Chef Anukul Hampton, will consist of four courses, each paired with the perfect West Coast Wine.The cost of the Reception, Dinner, with Wine is $75 per guest, plus tax and gratuity.
THURSDAY, August 30, 2007
Reception 6:30pm - 7:00pmThree Course Dinner 7:00pm
Live Entertainment&Cigars on the Patio with Cognac
Jeffery's Restaurant and Tasters Guild Orlando is proud to present a special Cigar Dinner with wines from Jeffery's Special collection. The evening's menu, prepared by Jeffery's Chef Anukul Hampton, will consist of three courses, each paired with the perfect special Wine.
The cost of the Reception, Dinner,Wine, Cigar and Cognac is $50 per guest, plus tax and gratuity.
Raffles and prizes all night long both evenings.
See server or host for Reservations or call Jeffery's Restaurant directly at: 407-996-9292.
www.jefferysrestaurant.com
www.tastersguildorlando.com
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Disney Dreamers Academy Announced

Actress Monique Coleman; renowned chef and author Jeff Henderson; Reggie Williams, vice president of Disney Sports Attractions; actress and author Victoria Rowell; entertainer Steve Harvey; Xiomara Wiley, vice president of multicultural marketing, Disney Parks and Resorts; and Patrick Riley, chairman of the National Association of Black Journalists' Arts and Entertainment Task Force. Walt Disney World Resort will host the young achievers in workshops, motivational talks and discussions led by Disney cast members and executives sharing their blueprint for success. The announcement ceremony took place at the 32nd National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) Convention and Career Fair in Las Vegas. One hundred teens from across the United States with the potential for greatness and the courage to dream will be tapped for the Dreamers Academy weekend Jan. 17-20, 2008, during the heart of Disney's "Year of a Million Dreams" celebration. Sessions will also include interactive workshops, motivational talks with sports and entertainment celebrities, and discussions led by Disney cast members and executives sharing their blueprint for success. A select panel of judges including Steve Harvey, key African American community leaders and Disney representatives will choose the 100 finalists. Disney Hotels

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Wentworth Gallery Presents Artist Grace Slick

Former Lead Singer of Jefferson Airplane Presents a Collection of Original Paintings and Limited Editions. Wentworth Gallery is pleased to announce that rock icon Grace Slick will bring her latest art collection to Wentworth Gallery. Slick will make one special appearance at the Mall at Millenia on October 28 from 1 – 4 p.m.
With microphone in hand, Grace Slick once took to the stage and defined a generation. Her soulful, powerful voice resonated with a specific time – the 1960s – and place – San Francisco -- like few other performers in rock and roll history.
In fact, with Slick front and center, Jefferson Airplane made history again in 1996 when the group was inducted into The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum.
Over the next 20 years, Slick maintained her iconic rock and roll status, recording countless classic songs with Jefferson Airplane & Starship.
But in 1989, Slick put down her microphone and picked up a paintbrush and has now made a new name for herself as an accomplished artist. Creating an incredible collection of original paintings and limited editions, Slick presents a range of subjects including portraits of legendary musicians Janis Joplin, Jim Morrison, Jimi Hendrix, Mick Jagger, Jerry Garcia, to name a few. The exhibit also features "The Wonderland Suite."
Today, Slick lives and works in Malibu, CA.
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Become Part of The Show at Walt Disney World Resort

"High School Musical" Pep Rally (Disney-MGM Studios). C'mon and get Wildcat fever. It's infectious as guests learn fun cheers and cool dance moves, wave pom-poms and sing along to the biggest hit songs of today's most popular entertainment phenomenon come to life in "High School Musical" Pep Rally, a new immersive show for the whole family. Throughout the park, a multi-talented team of entertainers re-create the world of East High -- basketball court and all -- a place where best friends break into elaborate musical numbers like magic. Guests may even find themselves shooting hoops or joining in as the whole street turns into a rockin' party as great songs fill the air, from the Disney Channel sensation "High School Musical."
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Discovery Cove Helps...........

DISCOVERY COVE HELPS “RESCUE THE REEF” Discovery Cove and The Nature Conservancy’s marine work are raising awareness about the importance of preserving the world’s coral reefs. Discovery Cove will donate $25 directly to the organization’s “Rescue the Reef” program when guests book a reservation at Discovery Cove. The Nature Conservancy’s coral reef projects ensure monitoring of reefs around the world; the design and creation of resilient marine protected area networks; training and education for coral reef managers from more than 30 countries.
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World Cyber Games to host 2007 WCG USA National final at Universal Orlando Resort.

America’s Best Gamers Compete September 14-16 For Over $100,000 In Cash & Prizes And The Chance To Represent TEAM USA at e-Sports’ Largest and Most Prestigious International Video Game Tournament, The WCG 2007 Grand Final Samsung SyncMaster 931c Returns as “Official Gaming Monitor” Of WCG 2007 USA National Final and WCG 2007 Grand FinalCircuit City’s WCG Mobile Tour Announces Dates, Markets and a “Last Chance” To Join The WCG Tournaments
NEW YORK, NY, July XX, 2007 - The World Cyber Games (WCG), the recognized blue chip leader for international video game competitions, today announced that Universal Orlando Resort is the official venue for the 2007 WCG USA Championship: National Final. From September 14th – 16th, America’s best gamers will square off in Universal Studios’ Soundstage # 33 on eleven (11) top video game titles for the chance to take home a share of more than $100,000 in cash and prizes. More importantly, twenty-two WCG USA National Final gold and silver medalists will earn coveted spots on TEAM USA, where they will compete against the world’s best players at the WCG 2007 Grand Final in Seattle, Washington this October 3rd – 7th (Opening ceremony is on 4th) for a prize purse in excess of half a million dollars and international e-Sports stardom. WCG USA finalists will enjoy the benefits of onsite accommodations at Universal’s Royal Pacific Resort, unlimited admission to the parks and express access to rides and attractions during their stay and access to special hotel and park rates for friends and family. In addition, all gaming fans will be able to access these special rates via a special joint promotion that will soon be available at www.worldcybergames.com/usa and http://www.universalorlando.com/.
“Universal Orlando Resort provides a grand stage for spectators to come out and see America’s best video game players compete to become stars in e-Sports’ most prestigious tournament -- and for those who can’t be here in person, Spike TV will be on hand to capture all the action and fun for a dedicated episode of their popular weekly gaming show Game Head,” said Michael Arzt, general manager of International Cyber Marketing USA, organizer of the WCG. “With over $100,000 in cash and prizes on the line and precious spots on TEAM USA up for grabs, there’s no question that this year’s WCG USA National Final at Universal will be a must-see gaming event, second only to the Grand Final.” America and the world’s elite e-Sports players will benefit from some of the very best gaming technology available, as Samsung’s SyncMaster 931C LCD monitors -- renowned for lightning fast response rates, crystal clear images and unparalleled color tone -- once again deliver the ultimate gaming interface as the official gaming monitors of the 2007 WCG USA and Grand Final events. The road to the WCG 2007 Grand Final started all over the world earlier this year with Local Qualifiers in over 70 countries, where competitors faced off for spots in their country’s National Championship programs and similar chances to compete for spots with their national teams for the WCG 2007 Grand Final. WCG USA Online Qualifiers will be wrapped up in late July, with live Regional Qualifiers taking place at the following locations: · WCG USA Atlantic Regional: Samsung Experience (8/4 – 8/5) New York, NY· WCG USA North Regional: Net Heads (8/4 – 8/5) Indianapolis, IN · WCG USA South Regional: Mug and Mouse (8/11 – 8/12) Frisco, TX · WCG USA Pacific Regional: CG Centre (8/11 – 8/12) Irvine, CASpectators are invited to witness a who’s who of video gaming’s most talented players as they battle it out at the biggest games on Xbox 360 and PC. In addition, gaming fans and players attending the WCG USA Regional Qualifiers and National Final should be on the look out for the World Cyber Games Circuit City Tour. Circuit City, Samsung and Microsoft, have teamed up to create the ultimate gaming dream machines: Two state-of-the-art motor coaches, decked out with the hottest Xbox and Samsung gaming gear will travel to all six of the WCG’s USA-based live events, starting with all four WCG USA Live Regional Qualifiers. Just prior to the Live Regionals, special mini-tournaments in certain games, held “right on the bus” at local Circuit City stores on August 2nd – 3rd and 9th – 10th in the WCG USA regional markets will award last chance “wild card” WCG USA berths into the corresponding live regional events. The WCG Tour motor coaches will also be heading to the WCG USA National Final in Orlando and the WCG 2007 Grand Final in Seattle. The tour will make at least 28 stops along the way at Circuit City stores in various WCG event markets. For more information on the WCG Circuit City Tour and a list of eligible wild card games, visit www.circuitcity.com/wcg. Plus check out our live forum on July 29th to chat with gamer/blogger "TriXie" from Xbox live's TriXie tells all and "MrMilo", a current WCG champion. You'll learn what it takes to be a pro gamer and how to get involved in competitions. Post your questions now or ask in person at the live forum and if you miss it, check back later to see what was discussed. Highlights of the World Cyber Games USA National Championship and international competitions will be broadcast on Spike TV’s weekly Game Head program starting in August, all leading up to a dedicated episode from the WCG USA National Final and a 1-hour prime-time special on November 9th focused on the WCG 2007 Grand Final. Episodes will feature intense gaming action along with a behind the scenes look at this emerging world cultural festival and profiles of the e-Sports superstars competing in the tournament. Additional WCG coverage will also be featured on MTV Network’s SpikeTV.com, GameTrailers.com and Xfire in short form video segments. World Cyber Games current 2007 sponsors include Worldwide Partner Samsung Electronics; Premier Partners Microsoft Xbox 360 and Games For Windows, Circuit City Stores and Spike TV; Official Partners Synchmaster, Philips amBX, Dust-Off, Procurve Networking by HP and others.
ABOUT THE WORLD CYBER GAMESThe World Cyber Games (http://www.worldcybergames.com/) is the premiere blue chip global tournament and cultural cyber festival in gaming, with well over 1 million players from more than 70 countries participating annually. Founded in 2000 and credited with launching the professional careers of many of the planet’s top video game players, the World Cyber Games uses a yearlong tournament format, which begins with online, regional and national competitions in each country. National finalists then compete in the ultimate international tournament in e-Sports, The World Cyber Games Grand Final, where each country’s best players compete for the largest and most prestigious prize in competitive gaming. The 2007 Grand Final will be held at Qwest Field in Seattle, Washington October 3 - 7. ABOUT UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORTThe Universal Orlando Resort (http://www.universalorlando.com)is home to the world class Universal Studios and Universal’s Islands of Adventure theme parks, as well as Universal CityWalk, a 30-acre dining, shopping, club and live-entertainment venue and three premier on-site Loews hotels.About Circuit City Stores, Inc.Circuit City Stores, Inc. (NYSE:CC) is a leading specialty retailer of consumer electronics and related services. The domestic segment operates through 647 Superstores and 13 other locations in 158 U.S. markets. The international segment operates through approximately 800 retail stores and dealer outlets in Canada. Circuit City also operates Web sites at http://www.circuitcity.com/, http://www.thesource.ca/ and http://www.firedog.com/.ABOUT SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS AMERICA, INC. Headquartered in Ridgefield Park, NJ, Samsung Electronics America, Inc. (SEA) markets a broad range of award-winning consumer electronics, information systems, and home appliance products; and oversees Samsung’s North American operations, including Samsung Telecommunications America, LP, Samsung Semiconductor Inc., Samsung Electronics Canada, Inc. and Samsung Electronics Mexico, Inc. Its parent company, Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., ranks #5 in the 2006 Consumer Electronics segment of the Fortune Magazine “America’s Most Admired Companies,” and ranks # 20 in the BusinessWeek “The Best Global Brand 100 2006.” Samsung Electronics Co, Ltd. is a top patent holder, ranking second overall in the U.S. in 2006. Please visit http://www.samsung.com/ for more information.
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Florida Residents save at Discovery Cove.

FLORIDA RESIDENTS SAVE AT DISCOVERY COVE Quick weekend getaways have become increasingly popular with couples – with September being a prime travel month – according to the Travel Industry Association (TIA). For work-weary Florida residents, Discovery Cove has a special offer just for them. Florida residents can book now for $199 – a savings of $80 -- for an all-inclusive day at Orlando’s oasis retreat that includes swimming with Atlantic bottlenose dolphins. The Florida resident rate is good for September 5 – October 2 and Nov. 12 – December 20. To make reservations, guests can visit http://www.discoverycove.com/.
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SEAWORLD REACHES OUT TO PARENTS WITH TECHNIQUES USED TO TRAIN KILLER WHALES

SEAWORLD REACHES OUT TO PARENTS WITH TECHNIQUES USED TO TRAIN KILLER WHALES SeaWorld killer whale trainers who are also parents have long employed the strategies they use with animals to the challenges of raising their own children. The trainers are now sharing these strategies with other parents with a new website – www.LearnWithShamu.com. The site features parent-focused “Webisodes” about common challenges like sharing and trying new foods. The five-minute segments feature SeaWorld trainers, whales and animation. The Webisodes provide insights on behavior and training gathered over years spent perfecting training techniques for marine mammals and other animals in SeaWorld parks. The program focuses on children 1 to 5.
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Special event at Rosen Shingle Creek

“American Girl Casting Call”: Open auditions are being held for young girls to model in the the Kids Beating Cancer American Girl Fashion Show & Tea Party fundraiser at Rosen Shingle Creek on Dec. 1 and 2, 2007. Girls auditioning must wear girls’ size 10 or children’s size 6X. Families of participating girls will receive 25% off hotel amenities (food, beverage, golf, and spa) for that day: 11 AM-4 PM, Sunday, Sept. 23; Rosen Shingle Creek, 9939 Universal Blvd., Orlando, (407) 894-2888. Orlando Hotels