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August 2004

Gargoyles Otaku

It only enjoyed two seasons on TV, but Disney’s Gargoyles enjoy’s a huge fan following. Now Disney is releasing a DVD of the first season which makes Jessica very happy. (Gargoyles webring!)

Charley: Animal Kingdom Closure, and more

Additional update on closures and reduced hours at WDW from LaughingPlace.com and WDWMagic.com: Based on information from the National Weather Service and emergency preparedness officials, Walt Disney World theme parks and water parks have adjusted operating hours as follows: Magic Kingdom: 8am – 1pm Epcot: 8am – 1pm Disney-MGM Studios 8 am – 1 pm… Read More »Charley: Animal Kingdom Closure, and more

1972, the height of fashion

In case Walt Disney World gets blown off the map by Hurricane Charley today, here are some photos from 1972 to remember it by.

Hurricane Charley WDW Update

Deb Wills excellent AllEarsNet has the update on the park’s reaction to Charley. — All four theme parks will offer Extra Magic Hour to Resort Guests beginning at 8am on August 13. World Showcase at Epcot will open at 10am. Visit the parks early as that will be the best part of the day weather-wise.… Read More »Hurricane Charley WDW Update

Personal History of Silicon Valley’s Entertainment Mecca

Habitat is one of the first good “Massively Multiplayer Online Role Playing Games” (MMORPGs). Be warned though they’re more addictive than crack. Chip Morningstar, co-creator of Habitat, posts a personal history of The Birth of Habitat (with Many Digressions on the Early History of Lucasfilm Games and All That). One of those digressions includes an… Read More »Personal History of Silicon Valley’s Entertainment Mecca

Hurricane Warning and Evacuations

Gov. Jeb Bush warned Floridians that Hurricane Charley could bring high winds, water and possible tornadoes to a large section of the state, from Tampa Bay to Orlando to Jacksonville. Winds are at 105 MPH with higher gusts and the storm could pick up strength as it approaches the coast Friday morning. Friday classes are… Read More »Hurricane Warning and Evacuations

Charley’s Florida Trip

People have been wondering what Disney will do if Hurricane Charley comes ashore and Orlando is in its path. If Charley strays below a catagory 1 Hurricane as it passes the Orlando area look for Disney to batten down the hatches, but not to close the gates. Any outside attraction or tented show will likely… Read More »Charley’s Florida Trip