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Disney Conservation Manager to Head Committee to Help Increase Monarch Butterfly Population

To celebrate National Butterfly and Hummingbird Day, the Disney Parks Blog shares the story of Disney Conservation Programs Manager Dr. Lily Maynard and her team who have spent the last few years working to increase the population of monarch butterflies. Monarchs, which are found across North America, migrate thousands of miles to pollinate wildflowers. Their Disney Conservation Manager to Head Committee to Help Increase Monarch Butterfly Population

Disney Executives Share Pictures and Thoughts from Rise of the Resistance

Recently, several Disney executives had a chance to experience Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance at Disneyland Park, and shared their thoughts and pictures on social media. Among those that took in the E-ticket attraction coming soon to Star War: Galaxy’s Edge were Disney CEO Bob Iger, Disney Parks Chairman Bob Chapek, Disney Imagineering President Disney Executives Share Pictures and Thoughts from Rise of the Resistance

Autistic Man’s Lawsuit Against Disney’s Disability Policy Finally Gets Trial Date

After a five year battle, a lawsuit filed by an autistic man against The Walt Disney Company regarding their disability policy finally has a trial date. The lawsuit claims that Disney’s 2014 policy change, which introduce the Disability Access Service cards, makes it difficult for guests with severe autism. Rather than allowing guests with disabilities Autistic Man’s Lawsuit Against Disney’s Disability Policy Finally Gets Trial Date

Disney Parks Celebrating New Frozen 2 Merchandise with a Frozen Fan Fest

To celebrate the release of new Frozen 2 merchandise, Disney Parks on both coasts will be holding a Frozen Fan Fest this weekend. Look for new products in stores at Walt Disney World and the Disneyland Resort, plus on shopDisney.com, beginning Friday, October 4th. The new line will include apparel, accessories, footwear, toys, costumes, bedding, Disney Parks Celebrating New Frozen 2 Merchandise with a Frozen Fan Fest

Register Now for 2020 Disney’s Fairy Tale Weddings Showcases on Both Coasts

Early next year, brides and grooms on both coasts will once again have the opportunity to learn more about planning the celebration of their dreams with Disney’s Fairy Tale Weddings & Honeymoons. Showcases happening at both the Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort will let couples meet wedding experts, taste items from Disney chefs, Register Now for 2020 Disney’s Fairy Tale Weddings Showcases on Both Coasts

Disney Surprises Central Florida Arts Program With $100K Donation

Continuing with their FeelGoodFriday program, Cast Members from Walt Disney World surprised another community organization with a sizable donation. This week the Central Florida Community Arts program was selected. Cast Members crashed the group’s weekly choir rehearsal to deliver the news that they would be receiving a $100,000 grant, which will help expand the program Disney Surprises Central Florida Arts Program With $100K Donation

A Look at the Disney Skyliner Merchandise Collection

The Walt Disney World Resort has released a preview of the Disney Skyliner merchandise that will be available beginning September 27th at select locations. The Disney Skyliner gondola system opens September 29th, serving Epcot, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Disney’s Pop Century Resort, Disney’s Art of Animation, Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort, and soon, Disney’s Riviera Resort. The A Look at the Disney Skyliner Merchandise Collection

Walt Disney World to Host 2019 Orlando Invitational College Basketball Tournament

Once again this year, some of the top ranked college basketball teams in the country will head to Walt Disney World for the Orlando Invitational tournament. The three-day event will be held at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex from November 28th to December 1st. Tickets that include all 12 games of the tournament Walt Disney World to Host 2019 Orlando Invitational College Basketball Tournament