Tag Archives: Anniversaries

Disneyland 25 – Advertising Supplement to the L.A. Times Part 1

Posted on June 18, 2020 by Dis-LEE

“Happy Birthday to a Dream” is the tagline for this insert that was added to the Los Angeles Times newspaper on January 20, 1980. As you can see from the cover picture, some artistic license was taken with the positioning … Continue reading →

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The Disneyland News Special Edition 1985

Posted on June 11, 2020 by Dis-LEE

The Disneyland News was sold as ‘Disneyland’s Hometown Newspaper’ and was available as a promotional souvenir during the Park’s early years. You could buy it off the rack or from newsboys all along Main Street U.S.A. for just 10 cents, … Continue reading →

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Walt Disney World ‘2000’ Collector Plate

Posted on June 17, 2016 by Dis-LEE

Most of the year-themed collectors merchandise tends to be a bit generic. Just a bunch of Disney characters standing around a number while smiling and waving. So if you buy a 2016 t-shirt at Walt Disney World to commemorate your … Continue reading →

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Mickey & Minnie Champagne Glasses

Posted on October 6, 2015 by Dis-LEE

No day off for me would be complete without a visit to an antique and collectible shop. Next to that is the old standby: The Charity Shop! I Usually frequent Value Village, but this past weekend, I found a new … Continue reading →

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D23 Calendar for the 2014/15 Season

Posted on November 16, 2014 by Dis-LEE

I recently renewed my membership with D23 and received my latest issue with a special gift. This year it’s a very nice calendar that highlights the many anniversaries we’ll be celebrating throughout 2014/15.      Front and back covers Obviously, there … Continue reading →

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100 Years of Magic – WDW Resort Vacation Planning Video

Posted on September 2, 2014 by Dis-LEE

100 Years of Magic Walt Disney World Resort Vacation Planning Video I love these planning videos as they comprise a virtual time capsule of my favorite Disney parks! It’s always fun to see what was new and how Disney was … Continue reading →

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Mickey ‘Through the Years’ Mug

Posted on April 13, 2012 by Dis-LEE

It’s time for a drink of our favorite hot beverages. So what will you have yours in? Me, I’ll be using this great Mickey mug from The Disney Store. They also sold a glass ball ornament with this wonderful illustration. … Continue reading →

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Walt Disney Classics Collection: Thumper & His Sisters

Posted on April 5, 2012 by Dis-LEE

A couple of days ago, we shared Walt Disney Classics Collection Bambi and Flower pieces. Today, we have 2 other sculpts from the Bambi set, Thumper and his unnamed sisters. Thumper measures 3″ high: The figure is titled “Hee! Hee! … Continue reading →

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‘500 Disney Stores and Climbing!’ Promotional Button

Posted on March 28, 2012 by Dis-LEE

According to Wikipedia, the 1st Disney Store opened in Glendale, California, on March 28th, 1987. . According to this button, from my Jar of Buttons, the 500th Store opened on July 5th 1996, and according to Google, that store was … Continue reading →

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100 Years of Magic in Glass from McDonald’s

Posted on January 4, 2012 by Dis-LEE

In 2001-2002, Disney celebrated what would have been Walt Disney’s 100th birthday with the 100 Years of Magic Celebration. McDonald’s released this glassy, er, classy, set of glasses. Each of the four glasses featured a park icon, with movie and … Continue reading →

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