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Sunday, October 31, 2021

Happy Halloween!

Happy Halloween!


Ghosts and goblins, spooks galore,
Scary witches at your door,
Jack-o-lanterns smiling bright,
Wishing you a haunting night!

🎃 Happy Halloween! 🎃

Saturday, October 30, 2021

Photo of the Week

Winifred Sanderson

This year, we actually remembered to carve the pumpkins!

Frankenstein's Monster

Comic Inspired

Traditional Jack-o-lantern

Friday, October 29, 2021

Hawkeye Is The Event Of The Season

Marvel's Hawkeye
Marvel

With each new trailer, Marvel's Hawkeye just looks better and better. All poor Clint Barton wanted was a fun family Christmas. Unfortunately for him, he's in for quite an adventure. But Kate Bishop is definitely enjoying her time with the Avenger.


Hawkeye's first two episodes arrive on DisneyPlus on November 24. New episodes will debut each Wednesday.

Thursday, October 28, 2021

Here's Your First Look At The Man Behind The Toy: Lightyear

Pixar's Lightyear
All images: Pixar

Pixar's upcoming animated film is the story of the man who's adventures to infinity and beyond inspired a toy: Lightyear


Here's the synopsis from Pixar:
The sci-fi action-adventure presents the definitive origin story of Buzz Lightyear—the hero who inspired the toy—introducing the legendary Space Ranger who would win generations of fans. Chris Evans lends his voice to Buzz.

Pixar's Lightyear

Lightyear arrives in theaters on June 17, 2022.

Wednesday, October 27, 2021

The Eternals In 60 Seconds

Marvel's Eternals
Marvel

So you want a basic overview of Marvel's Eternals before you head to the theater? No problem. The cast is ready to tell you everything you need to know in 60 seconds. 


Marvel's Eternals arrives in theaters on November 5th. 

Tuesday, October 26, 2021

Tie The Knot Tango From Muppets Haunted Mansion

Muppets Haunted Mansion
Jim Henson Company

I absolutely adore the Muppets Haunted Mansion. I must admit I've watched it at least 3 or 4 times since it arrived on DisneyPlus and I'll probably watch it a few more before Halloween. It is so funny and Muppety and has several delightfully spooky new songs. This song is a love song of sorts between serial bride Constance Hatchaway and her latest victim, I mean groom, Pepe the King Prawn.


Muppets Haunted Mansion is available now on DisneyPlus.

Monday, October 25, 2021

Pumpkin Cupcake Recipe From Disney

Disney Recipe
Disney

It's nearly Halloween so it must be time for a delicious pumpkin treat or two. This recipe for Pumpkin Cupcakes comes from the Contempo Cafe in Disney’s Contemporary Resort.

Pumpkin Cupcakes
Yield: 24 cupcakes

Cupcakes:
2 c sugar
1 c unsalted butter
2 c flour
2 tsp baking powder
2 tsp ground cinnamon 
1 tsp baking soda 
1/2 tsp nutmeg
1 tsp salt
4 eggs
1/2 c canned pumpkin puree
2 tsp vanilla extract

Preheat oven to 350°. Line 2 muffin pans with paper liners and set aside.

Cream sugar and butter in the bowl of an electric mixer at medium-high speed, about 4 minutes. Add eggs one at a time, allowing each one to fully incorporate after each addition, scraping sides of bowl after each addition. Add pumpkin puree and vanilla, mixing until combined, about 1 minute.

Sift together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, baking soda, nutmeg, and salt. Add flour mixture in two additions on low speed. Mix 2 minutes until completely combined. 

Pour batter into lined muffin pans, filling 3/4 full. Bake approximately 20 minutes, or until cupcakes spring back when lightly pressed. Allow to cool completely before frosting.

Cream Cheese Filling:
2 8 oz blocks cream cheese
1 Tbsp unsalted butter 
1 Tbsp confectioners sugar
3 Tbsp sour cream
1 tsp vanilla extract 

Cream butter, confectioners sugar, and cream cheese in the bowl of an electric mixer until smooth, about 4 minutes. Add sour cream, mixing to combine. Add vanilla extract, mixing until completely incorporated, about 2 minutes. Put into a piping bag and set aside for filling cupcakes.

Cinnamon Buttercream Icing:
1 c unsalted butter
2 c cream cheese
4 c confectioners sugar 
2 tsp vanilla extract 
4 tsp ground cinnamon 

Cream butter and cream cheese until fluffy in the bowl of an electric mixer. Add confectioners sugar in 4 additions. Beat on medium-high speed about 5 minutes, scraping sides of bowl as needed, until light and fluffy. 

Add vanilla extract and cinnamon, mixing to combine, about 1 minute. Put into a piping bag and set aside.

To assemble cupcakes: 
Remove the center core of each cupcake by cutting into the center with a small serrated knife, 1/4 inch from the edge, at a 45-degree angle. Cut about 1/3 of the way through the cupcake, being careful not to cut all the way to the bottom. Gently move the knife in a circle, creating a cone shaped piece. Gently remove the center from the cupcake and reserve. Repeat with remaining cupcakes.

Pipe cream cheese filling into the hollow center of each cupcake. Place cupcake cones on each cupcake, upside down so the flat side is touching the filling. Pipe cinnamon buttercream icing onto cupcakes, fully covering cones. Top with a mellowcream pumpkin.

Sunday, October 24, 2021

Quote of the Week

Eden Phillpotts Quote
Pixar

The universe is full of magical things patiently waiting for our wits to grow sharper.

- Eden Phillpotts, A Shadow Passes

Saturday, October 23, 2021

Photo of the Week

Magic Kingdom

Have you ever looked closely at the horseshoe prints near the Tangled restrooms in the Magic Kingdom? Each print bears Maximus' name embossed into it.

Friday, October 22, 2021

Disney Pumpkin Carving Ideas

Halloween Pumpkin Ideas
Disney

If you're looking for a bit of inspiration for your Halloween pumpkin carving this year, look no further. I love carving pumpkins and am always on the lookout for a fun new design. There are far too many to choose from, but you can find a few hundred of my favorite Disney, Marvel, and Star Wars designs on Pinterest.


And if you need even more inspiration, you can always carve a pumpkin like Olaf.

Thursday, October 21, 2021

Ciao Alberto

Luca Short
Pixar

Pixar's latest short looks so cute! Ciao Alberto is the story of Alberto's life in Portorosso after Luca and Giulia head off the school.


Here's the official synopsis from Pixar:

Life in Portorosso has been a catch for Alberto. With Luca away, he’s been making waves to impress his mentor Massimo, the coolest human around.

Ciao Alberto arrives on DisneyPlus on November 12th.

Wednesday, October 20, 2021

"This Is Halloween" from The Nightmare Before Christmas

Nightmare Before Christmas
Disney

It's nearly Halloween, so I have an important question to ask. Is The Nightmare Before Christmas a Halloween movie or a Christmas movie? Feel free to discuss amongst yourselves.


Whatever else it is, it's certainly a beloved holiday movie.

Tuesday, October 19, 2021

Olaf Presents - Coming Soon To DisneyPlus

Olaf Presents
All images: Disney

Everyone's favorite snowman is back with a new series coming this November to DisneyPlus. Olaf will be entertaining the citizens of Arendelle with his delightfully zany take on five beloved Disney movies. 


Doesn't it look hilarious? Here's the official synopsis from Disney:

Olaf steps into the spotlight and goes from snowman to showman as he takes on the roles of producer, actor, costumer and set builder for his unique “retelling” of five favorite Disney animated tales in “Olaf Presents,” a series of new animated shorts from Walt Disney Animation Studios. The charismatic and versatile Olaf demonstrates his theatrical flair, taking on such iconic roles as a mermaid, a genie, a lion king (and most of the parts in between), as he entertains Arendelle with his delightful abbreviated versions of these beloved tales.

Olaf Presents

Olaf Presents arrives on DisneyPlus on November 12.

Monday, October 18, 2021

"Rest In Peace" from Muppets Haunted Mansion

Muppets Haunted Mansion
Jim Henson Company

Muppets Haunted Mansion really is a Halloween treat. The story is perfectly Muppety and there are a few fantastic new songs. This song, "Rest In Peace", introduces Gonzo and Pepe to several of the ghosts in the graveyard.


Muppets Haunted Mansion is available now on DisneyPlus

Sunday, October 17, 2021

Quote of the Week

Sherlock Holmes Quote
Sidney Paget

Where there is no imagination there is no horror.

- Sherlock Holmes, A Study in Scarlet by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle

Saturday, October 16, 2021

Friday, October 15, 2021

Hawkeye Looks Like A Blast!

Marvel's Hawkeye
Marvel

All Clint Barton wants is to spend Christmas with his family. Unfortunately, it looks like he's going to have the craziest Christmas ever.


The first two episodes of Hawkeye arrive on DisneyPlus in time for Thanksgiving on November 24th. New episodes will debut each Wednesday. 

Thursday, October 14, 2021

Cars Land Halloween Transformation

Cars Land
Disney

I love Cars Land in Disney’s California Adventure. It always reminds me of the nearly 20 years I spent living in a small town in Arizona on Route 66. I haven't had the chance to see it transformed for Halloween in person, but it looks amazing!

Wednesday, October 13, 2021

Marvel's Eternals Character Posters

Gemma Chan as Sersi
All images: Marvel

Marvel has released a fantastic set of character posters featuring each of the Eternals. Above is Gemma Chan as Sersi.

Richard Madden as Ikaris

Richard Madden as Ikaris

Angelina Jolie as Thena

Angelina Jolie as Thena

Kumail Nanjiani as Kingo

Kumail Nanjiani as Kingo

Salma Hayek as Ajak

Salma Hayek as Ajak

Lia McHugh as Sprite

Lia McHugh as Sprite

Bryan Tyree Henry as Phastos

Bryan Tyree Henry as Phastos

Barry Keoghan as Druig

Barry Keoghan as Druig

Lauren Ridloff as Makkari

Lauren Ridloff as Makkari

Don Lee as Gilgamesh

Don Lee as Gilgamesh

Marvel's Eternals arrives in theaters on November 5th.


Tuesday, October 12, 2021

The Muppets Are "Dancing In the Moonlight"

Muppets Haunted Mansion
Jim Henson Company

The Muppet movies always look like they are so much fun to make. In this video from the Muppets Haunted Mansion, the Muppets and their celebrity guest stars are all "Dancing In the Moonlight."


Muppets Haunted Mansion is now available on DisneyPlus

Monday, October 11, 2021

Marvel's Eternals "Change"

Eternals
Marvel

With less than another to go until the premiere, Marvel is releasing new Eternals teasers almost every day. They all look fantastic, so I can't wait to see how the entire film turns out.


"The end was just the beginning."

Marvel's Eternals arrives in theaters on November 5th. 

Sunday, October 10, 2021

Quote of the Week

George Cooper Poem
Annie Nyle

October's Party

October gave a party;
The leaves by hundreds came—
The Chestnuts, Oaks, and Maples,
And leaves of every name.
The Sunshine spread a carpet,
And everything was grand,
Miss Weather led the dancing,
Professor Wind the band.

The Chestnuts came in yellow,
The Oaks in crimson dressed;
The lovely Misses Maple
In scarlet looked their best;
All balanced to their partners,
And gaily fluttered by;
The sight was like a rainbow
New fallen from the sky.

Then, in the rustic hollow,
At hide-and-seek they played,
The party closed at sundown,
And everybody stayed.
Professor Wind played louder;
They flew along the ground;
And then the party ended
In jolly "hands around."

- George Cooper

Saturday, October 9, 2021

Photo of the Week

Hocus Pocus

Winifred, Sarah, and Mary Sanderson are the most adorable Itty Bittys from Hallmark! I couldn't resist bringing them home with me. 

Friday, October 8, 2021

This Muppets Haunted Mansion Featurette Is Hilarious

Muppets Haunted Mansion
Jim Henson Company

Gonzo and Pepe are here to offer a behind the scenes glimpse at the Muppets' first ever Halloween special: Muppets Haunted Mansion


Muppets Haunted Mansion arrives on DisneyPlus today, October 8th. I can't wait!

Thursday, October 7, 2021

Halloween Collectibles From World of Disney

Halloween Wreath

World of Disney in Disney Springs had the most amazing Halloween clothing, decor, and collectibles this year. Here are a few of my favorites. This adorable wreath is made of felt Mickey and Minnie pumpkins and has a dangling spider to make it z little spooky.

Halloween Merchandise

There were Mickey jack-o-lantern pillows and candy bowls. A candy covered apron had a pocket that read "If you've got it, Haunt It". Vampire Mickey carried a stack of pumpkins on a plaid bordered kitchen towel and candles sported sweet little ghosts in Mickey ears.

Halloween ears

Plaid also appeared on these charming pumpkin Mickey ears as well as the Loungefly mini backpack covered in Disney Halloween emblems. 

Halloween Jibbitz

This year's Crocs were also plaid and went perfectly with these Halloween treat Jibbitz. 

Halloween Pins

Finally, the pins were just too fantastic:
  • Grogu collecting candy
  • A castle made of pumpkins
  • Witchy Rocket Raccoon riding Groot like a broomstick 
  • A very sparkly Minnie and Mickey in their Halloween finery
  • Goofy, Donald, Mickey, and Minnie ghosts
  • Chip and Dale in pumpkins 
  • Grumpy Donald with a stack of jack-o-lanterns
  • Mickey with a stack of jack-o-lanterns
  • Kitty Cat Minnie and Figaro
  • Scarecrow Goofy
  • And pumpkin Mickey and Minnie with plaid ears
Everything was so fun and perfect for Halloween that it was hard to decide which ones to take home. What would you pick for Halloween?

Wednesday, October 6, 2021

What If... The Watcher Broke His Oath?

Marvel's What If...?
Marvel

The final episode of season one of Marvel's What If...? has arrived and it looks like it's a doozy. This week's title is "What If The Watcher Broke His Oath?"


All 9 episodes of Marvel's What If...? are now available on DisneyPlus

Tuesday, October 5, 2021

Marvel's Eternals "Protect"

Eternals
Marvel

The Eternals were Earth's first protectors, hiding in the shadows only to emerge and fight the deadly Deviants. And now, they are ready to protect this world once more. "When you love something, you fight for it."


Marvel's Eternals arrives in theaters on November 5th.

Monday, October 4, 2021

Calling All The Monsters!

Thriii


Can you believe it has been 10 years since China Anne McClain first sang her Halloween anthem "Calling All The Monsters" for Disney Channel's A.N.T. Farm?  The original music video featured China and her sisters going to a haunted house.


To celebrate this anniversary, China got her family together, including her sisters as the group Thriii and her brother who performs as Messenger, to create an all new, and much spookier, music video, with a few new lyrics.


This new song made its debut in the Disney Channel remake of Under Wraps last Friday and will arrive on DisneyPlus on October 8th.

Sunday, October 3, 2021

Quote of the Week

Once Upon A Time Quote
Disney

You know what the issue is with this world? Everyone wants some magical solution to their problem, and everyone refuses to believe in magic.

- Jefferson (The Mad Hatter), Once Upon A Time

Saturday, October 2, 2021

Photo of the Week

Boo Bash

Is it Halloween yet? Who else is ready for Halloween? 

Friday, October 1, 2021

50+ Halloween Movies For A Little Spooky Fun

Bride of Frankenstein
Universal

I adore Halloween movies! While the super scary or gory films are not my favorite, I love a good thrill and chill each Halloween. If you're looking for a Halloween movie to watch with the family, just check out the links below. You'll find the perfect films for any age group or spookiness level.

Charlie & Lola

Halloween Movies for
Little Ones

  • Rolie Polie Olie: A Spookie Ookie Halloween
  • Pooh' s Heffalump Halloween Movie
  • My Friends Tigger Pooh: Hundred Acre Wood Haunt
  • Mickey Mouse Clubhouse: Mickey's Treat 
  • Spookley the Square Pumpkin 
  • Charlie & Lola: What Can I Wear for Halloween?

  • Mutant Pumpkins from Outer Space
    Halloween Movies for Kids

  • Mickey's House of Villains
  • Casper and Casper Meets Wendy
  • Scary Godmother: A Halloween Spooktakular and The Revenge of Jimmy
  • The Adventures of Ichabod and Mr. Toad
  • The Haunted Pumpkin of Sleepy Hollow 
  • Under Wraps
  • The Halloween Tree
  • Scared Shrekless
  • Monsters vs Aliens: Mutant Pumpkins from Outer Space
  • Eloise's Rawther Unusual Halloween
  • Madeline's Halloween and Other Spooky Tales

  • Hocus Pocus


    Halloween Movies for Tweens

  • Twitches and Twitches Too
  • Nightmare Before Christmas
  • Corpse Bride 
  • The Halloweentown Series
  • When Good Ghouls Go Bad
  • Hocus Pocus 
  • Tower of Terror 
  • The Haunted Mansion 
  • The Little Vampire
  • Frankenweenie
  • Hotel Transylvania 
  • The Boy Who Cried Werewolf
  • Girl vs Monster
  • Mr. Boogedy and The Bride of Boogedy
  • Invisible Sister 

  • Sleepy Hollow


    Halloween Movies for
    Teens and Adults

  • Ghostbusters and Ghostbusters 2
  • The Good Witch Movie Series
  • Young Frankenstein
  • Beetlejuice
  • Blood and Chocolate
  • Covenant
  • Cursed
  • Practical Magic
  • The Craft
  • Sleepy Hollow 
  • Mary Shelley's Frankenstein 
  • Bram Stoker's Dracula
  • Frankenstein and The Bride of Frankenstein 
  • Dracula
  • The Mummy
  • The Wolfman
  • The Creature from the Black Lagoon 
  • The Invisible Man
  • The Fly and The Return of the Fly