Tidbits May 2012

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Tidbits
May 2012

A Summer High

5/25/12 Epcot Cast have reported that a new exhibit will be added for the 2012 peak summer period. From June 1 till July 8, 2012; the Highland Games Tournament exhibit will commemorate Disney-Pixar’s Brave. The exhibit will be open from 11:00 am till 7:00 pm daily in Epcot’s Rose Garden area between World Showcase and Future World. The exhibit will feature a children’s playground, sand sculptures, and demonstrations of Scottish culture.

One More Dream

5/16/12 The One Man’s Dream exhibit at Disney’s Hollywood Studios has recently unveiled a significant addition. The attraction has re-opened from a one day refurbishment revealing a newly installed scale model of the Fantasyland Expansion project for the Magic Kingdom park.

Shorter Summer at the Cape

5/16/12 The Beach Club resort will offer limited dining options during Mid-Summer 2012. From July 9 through August 4, 2012; the popular Cape May Cafe will be closed for refurbishment. It has not been reported how the resort will address the reduced dining options during this typically popular time period.

Fantasyland Fall-Out

5/16/12 Cast Members have been able to share more details regarding the new Winnie the Pooh meet and greet currently under construction in Fantasyland. The Meet and Greet will comprise part of the former Tigger Bounce section of the Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh interactive queue. The new location will reportedly feature a permanent queue and be a Photo Pass location.

1/7/12 As a result of expanding Fantasyland construction, the Magic Kingdom Winnie the Pooh Meet and Greet has been relocated. The Meet & Greet has been temporarily re-located to Town Square on Main Street USA.

A Rev-ed Return

5/16/12 The Walt Disney World resort has confirmed that the 2nd Annual Car Masters Weekend will return to the Downtown Disney area June 2012. On June 2nd and 3rd, Guests will find special activities including meet and greets with Finn McMissile, Lightninig McQueen, and Mater.

Bon Appétit

5/16/12 As part of the upgrades to Epcot’s France pavilion, Operations has announced that Bistro de Paris will be closed for refurbishment for most of the Summer. The up-scale dining location will be closed from July 1 till September 30, 2012. Guests who had Advanced Dining Reservations during this time are being contacted individually. Affected Guest’s options are a reservation for the same time, date, and party size at Chefs de France or working with a reservationist to find another available selection.

3/21/12 Epcot’s France pavilion has announced several changes to its dining options. Bistro de Paris has recently introduced a Children’s Menu for the first time. The menu offers such entrée’s as filet mignon, roasted chicken breast, and pan-roasted snapper; and offers such desserts as chocolate mousse, sorbet, and crepes with fruit. The pavilion’s operators have announced that Boulangerie Patisserie will be renovated and expanded by next Spring. The counter service location will re-open in March 2013 featuring a new interior inspired by modern French bakeries and feature breads baked fresh daily.

[Kathy Jetson]

Figment! is there any way I can find out what the schedule is for the Cars Masters Weekend for June 2nd? I don't want to get there earlier then I have to but I don't want to miss anything my 8yr old ds would like.

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Figment! is there any way I can find out what the schedule is for the Cars Masters Weekend for June 2nd?

I don't believe a schedule with times has been released yet.

If I come across one I'll be sure to post it here.

[elmjimmlm]

The pavilion’s operators have announced that Boulangerie Patisserie will be renovated and expanded by next Spring. The counter service location will re-open in March 2013 featuring a new interior inspired by modern French bakeries and feature breads baked fresh daily.

When will it close? I'm really hoping it will be open in July when we are there...I can't imagine it being closed...

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When will it close? I'm really hoping it will be open in July when we are there...I can't imagine it being closed...

The announcements for the bakery refurb have been unusually vague and not contained an actual closure date so far.

Once one is announced, I will update it to the column.

[Kathy Jetson]

I don't believe a schedule with times has been released yet.

If I come across one I'll be sure to post it here.

Thank you so much!

[pdrlkr]

Thanks Jason!

[vizsla]

Thanks for the updates

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**Update**

[Crow]

thanks

[crltkcagle]

thanks!

LEAVING IN 3 DAYS FOR DISNEY!!!!

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Less than a week away, the only advance schedule for the Cars Masters Weekend appears to be that the event will run 9:30 am - 7:00 pm.

[Kathy Jetson]

Less than a week away, the only advance schedule for the Cars Masters Weekend appears to be that the event will run 9:30 am - 7:00 pm.

Thank You! That was all I could find out too. Oh well we'll just show up and see what we can get to.

[Bethanymouse]

Thanks for the updated info!

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Less than a week away, the only advance schedule for the Cars Masters Weekend appears to be that the event will run 9:30 am - 7:00 pm.

The full Cars Masters schedule has been released.

Most events run the full 9:30 am - 7:00 pm period, the following events have different times:

Chat with car designer Chip Foose 2:00 pm (6/2 & 6/3) at the Main Stage.

Chip Foose Merchandise Signing 3:00 pm - 4:30pm (6/2 & 6/3) at D-Street. Note: Wristband distribution for event will start at 2:00 pm each day.

Cars movie showing 12:50 pm and 6:00 pm (6/2 & 6/3) at AMC Theaters

Cars 2 movie showing 10:15 am, 3:20 pm and 8:25 pm (6/2 & 6/3) at AMC Theaters

Car Show Award Ceremony 7:00 pm (6/3 only)