Bring wee ones out to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at Disney World

Walt Disney World has a celebration planned for March 17 that makes room for even the wee ones. Raglan Road Irish Pub and Restaurant at Downtown Disney will host a family-friendly, all-day bash with traditional Irish foods and entertainment.

Bring wee ones out to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at Disney World Bring wee ones out to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at Disney World

Disney ends ‘Give a Day’ promotion after 1 million volunteers sign up

Just 10 weeks after launching its "Give a Day, Get a Disney Day" campaign, Disney said it reached its goal of 1 million volunteers and subsequently closed the free-ticket promotion.

Disney ends ‘Give a Day’ promotion after 1 million volunteers sign up Disney ends ‘Give a Day’ promotion after 1 million volunteers sign up

Setting sail on a Disney cruise means a party on land first, right?

We just booked a three-night Disney cruise to the Bahamas after being enticed by Florida resident rates. Now, I want to plan a fun way to tell my children about the trip. See my ideas and share yours at A Mom and The Mouse.

Setting sail on a Disney cruise means a party on land first, right? Setting sail on a Disney cruise means a party on land first, right?

Zoom! Race-car ride-along at the Walt Disney World Speedway

Try a race-car ride-along at Walt Disney World Speedway. Theme Park Ranger Matt got his heart racing. For annual passholders, it's free.

Zoom! Race-car ride-along at the Walt Disney World Speedway Zoom! Race-car ride-along at the Walt Disney World Speedway

Oscar worthy decadence: Planet Hollywood’s White Chocolate Bread Pudding

Somewhere in the definition of decadence are the words 'bread pudding'

Oscar worthy decadence: Planet Hollywood’s White Chocolate Bread Pudding Oscar worthy decadence: Planet Hollywood’s White Chocolate Bread Pudding

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Bring wee ones out to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at Disney World

Raglan Road Irish Pub and Restaurant will host an all-day, family-friendly bash on March 17. (Walt Disney World photo) Ready for something besides green beer on St. Patrick’s Day? Walt Disney World has a celebration planned for March 17 that makes room for even the wee ones. Raglan Road Irish Pub...
March 10th, 2010 | A Mom and The Mouse, Featured, Kristin Ford | Read More

Disney ends ‘Give a Day’ promotion after 1 million volunteers sign up

With a little help from Mickey Mouse, Chicago residents (from left) Danielle Rub, Dwayne Gibson and Marissa Sproul begin a volunteer project Sept. 29, 2009 at the Bethune School of Excellence in Chicago. (Photo by Gene Duncan/Walt Disney World) The Walt Disney Co. on Tuesday ended a promotion offering...
March 9th, 2010 | Featured, Jason Garcia, News | Read More

Fettuccine Alfredo from L’Originale Alfredo di Roma Ristorante formerly at Epcot

Indulge in creamy Alfredo with this arcgive recipe. Epcot’s signature Italian restaurant is now Tutto Italia. But L’Originale Alfredo di Roma Ristorante held that position at Epcot’s Italy Pavilion early on. L’Originale Alfredo closed in 2007, the same year we shared this recipe...
March 9th, 2010 | Uncategorized | Read More

Mickey Mouse, Disney pals travel to UCF Arena for interactive show

Disney Live! Rockin’ Road Show is making a stop at the University of Central Florida Arena next week. If your children love the Disney characters, this interactive show is sure to put smiles on their faces. Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck and Goofy are on a crazy road trip to find the best...
March 9th, 2010 | A Mom and The Mouse, Kristin Ford | Read More

Grand Floridian Resort & Spa’s Chocolate Crusted Key Lime Pie

Oh, so, sweet: Chocolate Crusted Key Lime Pie is a fabulous treat at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa is a Victorian-style Resort with several dining options. In addtion to character dinners and breakfasts, guests can choose from 1900 Park...
March 8th, 2010 | Dining, Disney Recipes, From the Archives, Heather McPherson | Read More

Setting sail on a Disney cruise means a party on land first, right?

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March 8th, 2010 | A Mom and The Mouse, Featured, Kristin Ford | Read More

Zoom! Race-car ride-along at the Walt Disney World Speedway

The Walt Disney World Speedway on Saturday was the site of my first-ever experience in a race car. I zipped around that track three times at speeds that can zoom up to 140 mph. My stomach also, apparently, made the trip — just not with my brain. Kidding! And, Disney annual passholders, don’t...
March 7th, 2010 | Featured, Matt Palm, Things to do, Tickets and Deals | Read More

Are days numbered for “Give a Day, Get a Disney Day”?

Volunteers helped pack away canned goods at an event last month at Epcot. (Photo from Walt Disney Co.) Indications show that the “Give a Day, Get a Disney Day” promotion, which encouraged volunteerism with the prospect of free admission to a Disney theme park, is coming to an end. Last month,...
March 5th, 2010 | Dewayne Bevil, News | Read More

Easy Coriander Wings from Ohana at the Polynesian Resort

Honey and soy sauce enhance the chicken wings served at Ohana Restaurant. Ohana, which means “family” in Hawaiian culture, is restaurant at Walt Disney World’s Polynesian Resort that offers dinner and a character breakfast. At ‘Ohana’s Best Friends Breakfast with Lilo &...
March 5th, 2010 | Disney Recipes, From the Archives, Heather McPherson | Read More

Try on Princess Tiana wedding gown at trunk show today, Saturday

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March 5th, 2010 | A Mom and The Mouse, Kristin Ford | Read More