The Sandspur

Issue date: 10/21/05 Section: Life & Times

Media Credit: Courtesy of Walt Disney Resort ON WITH THE SHOW: Cameron Mathison, star of ABC´s "All My Children," gives performance tips to Minnie and Mickey!

Media Credit: Courtesy of Walt Disney Resor WINE TASTING 101: The 10th Annual Food and Wine Festival is celebrated by wine tasting and lots of food!

There are a ton of things going on in Walt Disney World right now. This is a highlight of just a couple that you might want to catch the next time you're bored and looking for something interesting to do.

Now through Nov. 13 Epcot is hosting the annual Food and Wine Festival. This lively, entertaining party through the World Showcase section of Epcot includes a chance to taste authentic food and rare wine from many different countries. Special tickets are needed for entrance to events such as the Party for the Senses, which takes place on Nov. 5 and 12 and special dinner events in select countries, occurring on Nov. 8, 6, and 12. Information can be found at www.disneyworld.com/

foodandwine, and reservations can be made by calling (407) WDW-FEST.

Beginning on Nov. 1, the Animal Kingdom Lodge is now hosting a special luncheon every Tuesday featuring an animal specialist from Disney who will share stories for both kids and adults alike. This authentic experience costs $65 per person. This special dinner can be booked by calling (407) WDW-DINE.

The National Rubik's Cube Championship is going to be hosted at the Disney's Pop Century Resort from Nov. 4-6. This unique and challenging championship will include competitions including 3x3x3, 4x4x4, and 5x5x5. Anyone interested can go online to www.rubiks.com for further information on the tournament.

The 30th Annual Art Festival of the Masters is coming to Downtown Disney from Nov. 11-13, from 9:30a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Displaying works from over 200 artists, the show will include photography, drawings, jewelry, and much more. Entry is free but if more information is needed, go online to www.disneyworld.com/art or call (407) 824-4321.

The 10th Annual Super Soap Weekend in Disney-MGM Studios is scheduled for Nov. 12-13. Over 30 stars from ABC soap operas such as "All My Children," "One Life to Live," and "General Hospital" will join Mickey and friends in a two day event. Special happenings include "Who Wants To Be a Millionaire: Super Soap Edition" and "I Wanna Be a Soap Star: Super Soap Edition." The price of Super Soap Weekend is included in a regular theme park admission to Disney-MGM Studios. More information can be found online, including the star line-up, at www.disneyworld.com.

Walt Disney World is hosting the Florida Citrus Bowl at the Walt Disney World Classic XXVI. Festivities continue from Nov. 17 to 19 and include a variety of activities. The actual game, between Florida A&M University and Bethune-Cookman College takes place on Nov. 19 at 4pm. Ticket purchases and information can be found at www.ticketmaster.com.

Starting Nov. 14, the ever-popular Osborne Family Spectacle of Lights returns to Disney-MGM Studios and lasts through Jan. 8, 2006. This year, there will be more lights and more days to see them! The Osborne Family Spectacle of Lights experience, including the special "Hollywood Holly-Day" parade, is included in regular Disney-MGM Studios theme park admission. No extra purchase is necessary.

Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party begins Nov. 27, and continues for 14 nights: Nov. 27 and 29, and Dec. 1, 2, 4, 6, 9, 11, 13, 15, 16, 18, and 20. This experience includes a new, never before seen fireworks performance, live music, and much more.

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