The Curacao Wall, “Mi Voz Cuenta” (“My Voice Matters”), Travels the United States with a Message of Unity in the Latino Community
LOS ANGELES, July 19, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Curacao, via its community platform Curacao Contigo, continues to offer its support to the Latino community with its wall “Mi Voz Cuenta” (“My Voice Matters“). This initiative, which started in Los Angeles, allows children and families from different cities to use drawings and messages to express how they feel about their roots, their culture, and the current immigration policies. The wall, which now has more than 400 drawings and messages, is on its way to other cities around the country. It’s traveling inside a custom built 40-foot truck that will take it all the way to the White House on August 4th.
During its cross-country journey, hundreds of people will be able to witness this unique project and actively participate, capturing their feelings through drawings. Adults will be able to express how they feel through messages, which will also become part of the wall. Additionally, Curacao will offer free painting workshops for local families and children in six different cities. These will be led by renowned Latino artists, including Roberto Rico in Las Vegas and Luis Del Valle in Washington, D.C. Wall viewing and workshops will take place at the following locations and times:
- July 18th, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., at the Curacao store in Las Vegas, Nevada (Meadows Mall, 4300 Meadows Ln Suite, Las Vegas, NV 89107).
- July 19th, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., at the Curacao store in Phoenix, Arizona (Desert Sky Mall, 7815 W Thomas Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85033).
- July 22nd, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., in Dallas, Texas, at the Garibaldi Bazaar (9334 E R L Thornton Fwy., Dallas, TX 75228).
- July 26th, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., in Chicago, Illinois, at the Discount Mega Mall in Little Village (3051 W 26th St., Chicago, IL 60623).
- July 29th, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., in Elizabeth, New Jersey (456 North Broad St, Elizabeth, NJ 07208).
- August 4th, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., in Washington D.C. by the White House.
“The goal of this wall is to make it clear that despite the current anti-immigrant environment, the Latino community is stronger than ever, and that it’s only through love, respect, and tolerance that we can keep moving towards a society of greater justice and solidarity,” stated Teylez Pérez, Curacao’s vice president of marketing and advertising. “This wall is a testimony to the daily experiences and concerns of our community, and that’s how we want to show it to the politicians in Washington.”
After its tour of the country, the “Mi Voz Cuenta” (“My Voice Matters“) wall is expected to have around 5,000 drawings. It will reach Washington, D.C. on August 2nd, where it will visit different landmarks in the city, including the National Mall and Memorial Parks, the headquarters of Unidos US (formerly National Council of La Raza), and the Latin American Youth Center. At these stops, the entire community will have the opportunity to take part in the wall via their drawings, in an environment of creativity.
Lastly, on August 4th, the unity of the Latino community will be celebrated at an event held in the areas around the White House. This will include a painting workshop led by Luis Del Valle and the presentation of a book to the city’s elected officials. The book will feature the drawings of “Mi Voz Cuenta” (“My Voice Matters“), and will be presented as a symbol of the hope and optimism of the immigrant community.
Follow all the stops that Curacao’s “Mi Voz Cuenta” (“My Voice Matters“) truck makes throughout the country at www.facebook.com/CuracaoUSA.
About the “Mi Voz Cuenta” (“My Voice Matters“) Wall: United, we are stronger
In these times of uncertainty for so many immigrants, the Curacao Company, with its community platform Curacao Contigo (#CuracaoContigo), aims to send a message of support to the community with a wall that showcases drawings done by children from all over the country. With these drawings, children can express their feelings about their roots, their culture, and current immigration policies, bearing witness to the strength of the Hispanic community and reminding politicians of the need for responsible governing. The first phase of the “Mi Voz Cuenta” (“My Voice Matters“) initiative took place in Los Angeles and will continue in other cities that have a significant Hispanic community, including Las Vegas, Phoenix, Dallas, Chicago, New York and Washington, D.C. #MiVozCuenta.
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Lexus LC 500 Showcased in Marvel Studios’ Black Panther
SAN DIEGO, July 18, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Today, on the brink of the opening of Comic-Con International: San Diego, Lexus and Marvel have announced a collaboration to pair the first-ever 2018 Lexus LC with Marvel’s dynamic Black Panther character in the highly anticipated film, Marvel Studios’ Black Panther, slated to hit theaters on Feb. 16, 2018.
Directed by Ryan Coogler, and starring Chadwick Boseman, Michael B. Jordan and Lupita Nyong‘o, the film follows T’Challa, who, after the events of Marvel Studios’ “Captain America: Civil War,” returns home to the isolated, technologically advanced African nation of Wakanda to take his place as King.
“Marvel continuously captures audiences through charismatic characters and inspiring stories — the ideal fit for Lexus’ mission to craft amazing, engaging experiences,” said Brian Bolain general manager, Lexus marketing. “And the LC’s aggressive styling, high performance and agile handling are a perfect fit for the Black Panther’s quick, cat-like reflexes and superhuman feats. We’re excited to see the duo in action.”
To accompany the collaboration between Lexus and Marvel, Lexus also teamed with Marvel Custom Solutions to create an original graphic novel, with storytelling driven by famed writer Fabian Nicieza and cover illustrations by emerging graphic artists Scott “Rahzzah” Wilson and Szymon Kudranski. Centered around the balance between human and machine, the comic features the Lexus LC 500 with a new, Wakandan spin and its role in helping the Black Panther defeat a legendary villain.
Lexus and Marvel will celebrate their collaboration during Comic-Con after-hours at an exclusive Black Panther-themed event on Friday, July 21, with special performances by DJ Lulo Café and a surprise headliner. During the invite-only event, six variant covers for the graphic novel will be revealed to industry guests and comic enthusiasts.
“This campaign clicked from the get-go,” said Mindy Hamilton, Marvel’s SVP of global partnerships. “We have this bold, sophisticated hero stepping into the spotlight for the first time, and it’s been a blast to work with the Lexus team to build out a story that’ll familiarize fans with T’Challa as well as his advanced home nation of Wakanda.”
Lexus’ collaboration with Marvel is being coordinated by Lexus’ multicultural advertising agency, Walton Isaacson.
Ushering in a new era of design and engineering at Lexus, the LC 500 is expressive and stylish, with enhanced dynamic capability and performance. Additional information on the flagship coupe can be found here.
About Marvel Studios’ Black Panther
Marvel Studios’ “Black Panther” follows T’Challa who, after the death of his father, the King of Wakanda, returns home to the isolated, technologically advanced African nation to succeed to the throne and take his rightful place as king. But when a powerful old enemy reappears, T’Challa’s mettle as king—and Black Panther—is tested when he is drawn into a formidable conflict that puts the fate of Wakanda and the entire world at risk. Faced with treachery and danger, the young king must rally his allies and release the full power of Black Panther to defeat his foes and secure the safety of his people and their way of life.
“Black Panther” stars Chadwick Boseman, Michael B. Jordan, Lupita Nyong‘o, Danai Gurira, Martin Freeman, Daniel Kaluuya, Letitia Wright, Winston Duke, with Angela Bassett, with Forest Whitaker, and Andy Serkis.
The film is directed by Ryan Coogler and produced by Kevin Feige with Louis D’Esposito, Victoria Alonso, Nate Moore, Jeffrey Chernov and Stan Lee serving as executive producers. Ryan Coogler & Joe Robert Cole wrote the screenplay. Marvel Studios’ “Black Panther” hits U.S. theaters on February 16, 2018.
About Lexus
Lexus’ passion for brave design, imaginative technology, and exhilarating performance enables the luxury lifestyle brand to create amazing experiences for its customers. Lexus began its journey in 1989 with two luxury sedans and a commitment to pursue perfection. Since then, Lexus has developed its lineup to meet the needs of global luxury customers in more than 90 countries. In the United States, Lexus vehicles are sold through 238 dealers offering a full lineup of luxury vehicles. With five models incorporating Lexus Hybrid Drive, Lexus is the luxury hybrid leader. Lexus also offers six F SPORT models and two F performance models.
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Marvel Entertainment, LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of The Walt Disney Company, is one of the world’s most prominent character-based entertainment companies, built on a proven library of more than 8,000 characters featured in a variety of media over seventy-five years. Marvel utilizes its character franchises in entertainment, licensing and publishing. For more information visit marvel.com. © 2017 MARVEL.
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The Humana Foundation announced a grant of $100,000 for Hispanic Unity of Florida
WESTON, Florida, July 18, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — SALUD al dia magazine was present at a press conference to announce a $100,000 grant to Hispanic Unity of Florida, HUF.
The funds will be used to expand the “Te Ayudo” program, which aims to reduce healthcare disparities and increase healthcare access for uninsured and underinsured individuals and families, particularly Hispanic and other minority populations.
Since 2016, we’ve been able to help hundreds of clients in Broward gain access to critical health services.
“We are thankful to be able to expand our resources to Broward County residents with the help of this generous grant from the Humana Foundation,” said Josie Bacallao, President and CEO of Hispanic Unity of Florida.
Humana Impact Report >> Te Ayudo Program at HUF
During the Open Enrollment Period (Nov 2016 – Jan 2017) HUF assisted 482 families/households.
- This resulted in 941 family members receiving education about the Affordable Care Act.
- HUF assisted 760 uninsured or under-insured individuals apply for a Qualified Health Plan (QHP) through the Health Insurance Marketplace.
- 382 individuals purchased a QHP through the Health Insurance Marketplace.
- The average monthly premium was $69.11.
- Out of the 382 individuals who purchased health insurance, 207 individuals or 54% have to pay less than $50.00 in monthly premiums.
- The average deductible was $1,095.82
- The average out-of-pocket maximum was $1,801.76
- 196 individuals established a medical home for primary and preventive healthcare services by selecting and visiting a Primary Care Physician (PCP). During this time, 760 individuals reported being satisfied with the services provided by HUF.
About SALUD al día magazine: this is a fully SPANISH life style health magazine that offers hard-hitting, current and authoritative medical news with individual perspectives for our Hispanic readership, written by medical doctors and health professionals.
We are the Hispanic printed media channel of diffusion for excellence for private and public health organizations.
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Comcast’s Head of Multicultural Services, Javier Garcia to Spotlight What’s Trending for Hispanic Cable Consumers at the 15th Annual Hispanic Television Summit
NEW YORK, July 18, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — How the cable TV industry now offers more value and services for Hispanic subscribers than ever before will be the key topic of a special one-on-one discussion and presentation at the 15th Annual Hispanic Television Summit featuring Javier Garcia, Comcast Cable’s Senior Vice President and General Manager for Multicultural Services. Attendees of the Summit, presented by NewBay Media’s Broadcasting & Cable and Multichannel News, will be treated to the unique perspective from the industry’s leader of what’s trending now, and what is on the horizon for Hispanic consumers of pay TV, video, phone and internet services.
Comcast Cable serves some of the largest Hispanic markets in the U.S. and therefore reaches a significant percentage of Latino television and internet households in America. The company has long been successful in its approach to attracting and retaining Latino consumers as their customers. This one-on-one conversation and presentation will offer fresh perspectives on the company’s latest strategies and upcoming initiatives to serve its growing number of Hispanics in their customer base.
Garcia is responsible for multicultural programming, as well as directing, designing and implementing Comcast’s multicultural services strategy across Xfinity’s Video, Internet, Voice and Home products. He drives the long-term product vision and strategy and collaborates with various Comcast divisions to develop competitive pricing, positioning and marketing strategies.
“Javier is a great addition to our line-up of featured speakers at this year’s Hispanic Television Summit,” said Louis Hillelson, Group Publisher and Vice President of NewBay Media’s Broadcasting & Cable and Multichannel News. He continued, “Javier and his team at Comcast set the industry standard in so many ways. Our attendees will be able to get the latest trend information, fresh ideas, pricing strategies, and hopefully some inspiration for serving Hispanics.”
The 15th Annual Hispanic Television Summit, will be presented by NewBay Media’s Broadcasting & Cable and Multichannel News on Thursday, October 19, 2017 at the Sheraton New York Hotel. The Summit is the most popular, and longest running annual event for executives in the business of television and video for Hispanic audiences, worldwide. It attracts nearly 500 executives from the U.S., Latin America and Europe. The Summit was created fifteen years ago, by Joe Schramm and has been produced for Broadcasting & Cable and Multichannel News every year since by the Schramm Marketing Group. This year, the Summit will be one of a series of conferences and events to be presented by NewBay Media during NYC Television Week, October 16-19, 2017.
To enjoy the early bird rate for this Summit, register by Monday, September 11, 2017 at https://nbmedia.swoogo.com/TVWEEK2017.
To learn more about the 15th Annual Hispanic Television Summit, visit www.hispanictvsummit.com.
About NEWBAY MEDIA
NewBay Media is positioned at the center of the world’s most dynamic industries — Music, AV/Pro Audio, Consumer Electronics/Gaming, Video & Broadcast and Education. We connect and inform millions of constituents in these industries through our award-winning content, integrated media capabilities and high-profile network-building and informative events. NewBay proudly serves some of the broadest B-to-B professional and music enthusiast communities in the world through over 35 print and digital publications, more than 35 integrated web and mobile applications, more than 60 e-newsletters, over 50 conferences and conventions, custom marketing services and e-commerce capabilities. Find out more at www.newbaymedia.com
About Schramm Marketing Group
Schramm is a marketing agency that specializes in multicultural and segmented marketing, ticket sales promotions, and producing conferences for the television and video industry. The company is recognized for its expertise in attracting large, sold-out crowds for international soccer and for driving pay TV subscription sales. They recently launched Fantastico.nyc where Latinos buy tickets online in Spanish. Schramm created and produces the Hispanic Television Summit as well as other internationally-recognized conferences. Schramm’s clients include the leading brands in sports, television, entertainment, telecommunications, and non-profits. For more information, visit www.schrammnyc.com
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Arlon Group Invests in CBL Alimentos SA
SÃO PAULO, July 18, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Arlon Group (Arlon), a food and agriculture investment firm, announced that it has acquired a minority stake in CBL Alimentos SA (Betânia), based in Fortaleza, Ceará, Brazil. Betânia is the largest dairy company in the Northeast Region of Brazil, producing fluid milk, dairy drinks and yogurt, among other dairy products. As part of the investment, Bruno Martins Silva has joined the Company’s Board of Directors as Arlon’s representative.
Bruno Girão, Betânia’s CEO and majority shareholder, will continue to lead the business. Commenting on Arlon, he said, “Arlon sets itself apart from other private equity firms. I am grateful to have a trusted partnership with Bruno Silva and the Arlon team and truly feel like I have gained close advisors that share the same values and will greatly help Betânia in this new phase.” He further added, “I appreciate the breadth and depth of Arlon’s excellent network in the food and agriculture industries in Brazil and globally. Their relationships and resources in retail, distribution and milk production will consolidate Betânia as the leading brand in the Northeast Region.”
Speaking on behalf of Arlon, Bruno Silva said, “Betânia is well positioned in the growing milk industry as the leading regional dairy company. We are very excited to partner with Bruno Girão, who built and led the impressive growth and professionalization of the Company. Betânia has developed a value-added portfolio, good brand recognition and a strong supply chain. Bruno is a talented CEO who has significant experience in the industry, besides being a great partner. We are looking forward to supporting Bruno and the Company as it builds on its success.”
“I am very pleased that Arlon is partnering with Bruno Girão and Betânia. Betânia, with its growth and success, promotes dairy farming in the Northeast Region, and it is key for both social and economic development in the region”, said Roberto Rodrigues, a former Agriculture Minister of Brazil and a member of the Arlon Latin America Advisory Board.
About Arlon Group
Arlon Group is a food and agriculture investment firm with a global network that invests in middle-market businesses across the entire food supply chain in the Americas. Arlon’s team brings extensive investment expertise and deep, local industry contacts as they seek to partner with growth-oriented businesses in the food and agriculture sectors. Arlon’s investment professionals work collaboratively across geographies, and Arlon’s portfolio companies benefit from the team’s shared knowledge of regional and global trends. Arlon’s investment focus comes from its founding investor, Continental Grain Company, a 200-year-old leader in the food and agriculture space. Rabobank, a leading bank to the global food, beverage and agribusiness industries, is another key Arlon investor. In Latin America, Arlon also works in partnership with VR Investments, a family owned Brazilian investment company with broad experience in Brazilian businesses. Arlon Group has $1.5 billion in assets under management and is headquartered in New York with an office in Sao Paulo, Brazil. For more information, visit www.arlongroup.com.
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This August ¡HOLA! TV will dedicate its programming to the unforgettable Princess Diana
MIAMI, July 18, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — This August marks the 20th anniversary of the passing of Diana Princess of Wales, and ¡HOLA! TV will pay homage to the People’s Princess via 4 spacial featuring her life, her iconic style, and all things dear to her and her legacy.
Hosted by Maria Jose Barraza, each Saturday Especiales ¡HOLA! TV will showcase all aspects related to the life of the woman who was fascinating not only because she was a princess, but also because she captured the hearts of many and became a worldwide celebrity. The specials will also feature testimony by those who knew her – friends, designers and close acquaintances who will give insight on the significance of this twentieth- century icon.
SATURDAY 5 · DIANA ETERNA: LA PRINCESA DEL PUEBLO (Eternal Diana: The People’s Princess)
SATURDAY 12 · DIANA ETERNA: ÍCONO DE ESTILO (Eternal Diana: Style Icon)
SATURDAY 19 · DIANA ETERNA: REINA DE CORAZONES (Eternal Diana: Queen of Hearts)
SATURDAY 26 · DIANA ETERNA: SUS ÚLTIMOS DÍAS (Eternal Diana: Her Last Days)
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Col: 9:00 pm/ Mex: 9:00 pm/ Ven: 10:00 pm/ Arg: 11:00 pm
In addition, ¡HOLA! TV’s, original productions: LA HORA ¡HOLA!, ¡HOLA! Fashion and ¡HOLA! Cinema will present special segments dedicated to Princess Diana.
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About ¡HOLA! TV
¡HOLA! TV is a joint venture formed by ATRESMEDIA INTERNACIONAL and the magazine ¡HOLA!, the most respected and exclusive news source worldwide about celebrities, royalty, and the aristocracy. The programming of ¡HOLA! TV presents the best of the magazine ¡HOLA!, which publishes 31 editions for more than 120 countries, reinventing the magazine for television with news, exclusives, and special programming that reflect the style and philosophy of the ¡HOLA! brand. The channel’s coverage includes exclusive access to human interest stories, programs dedicated to the lifestyle of celebrities, and a special focus on news about royalty and the aristocracy all over the world. The main offices of ¡HOLA! TV are located in Miami, Florida, where original daily and weekly programs are also produced. Some of its other programs are produced by ¡HOLA! MEDIA and ATRESMEDIA, at its studios in Madrid, Spain.
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Flagship Logistics Group Earns Perfect Score in Maintenance Practices
One of the Most Well-Known and Trusted Audit Firms Rates the Flagship Logistics Indianapolis Facility
DENVER, July 18, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — AIB International recently inspected Flagship Food Group’s Logistics Division in Indianapolis and presented the center with a score of 960 out of a possible 1000 points. The 600,000 square-foot facility, now 12 years old, earned an impressive perfect score in maintenance practices and overall cleanliness. Even more impressive is that they have reduced the typical internal costs of the annual audit by more by more $10,000 when compared to 5 years ago.
Established in 1919, AIB International is one of the most well-respected audit firms in the industry. Its mission is to empower the global food industry to elevate food safety and grain-based production capabilities. Their scoring is based on 5 categories: Adequacy of Food Safety Program, Pest Control, Operational Methods & Personnel Practices, Maintenance for Food Safety, and Cleaning Practices.
Find more information about AIB International here: AIB International
Although Flagship Logistics undergoes several annual inspections by customers of its client, Ingredion, AIB International is the most critical inspection the distribution center receives. This is because companies must score 900 out of a possible 1000 points to pass AIB International’s annual audit in compliance with the Food Safety Modernization Act.
“The auditor we had this year was the same as we had last year, which is significant because she mentioned how improved our cleanliness and overall condition of the center was compared to last,” said Operations Manager Joe Brown. “This can be contributed to the new outstanding maintenance department that we created in January of 2016. Clearly, I have been blessed with a fantastic team.”
To learn more about the Flagship Logistics click here: Flagship Food Group – Logistics
Flagship Food Group
Flagship is a global, diversified food company serving the retail, club store, and food service channels across a broad array of product lines. Its brands include TJ Farms®, Lilly B’s®, 505 Southwestern®, Chris & Pitts®, and Su Ming®. It also serves as a valuable supplier to private label customers and provides industry services to food companies through its logistics and packaging divisions. Flagship is headquartered in Greenwood Village, Colorado with more than 500 employees in key facilities and offices in or near Denver, Los Angeles, Albuquerque, Boise, Indianapolis, and Minneapolis.
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Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort Adds More Spooky Fun than Ever Before with Expansion into Disney California Adventure Park, Sept. 15-Oct. 31, 2017
ANAHEIM, California, July 17, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — A spell is cast during Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort as more spooky fun expands into Disney California Adventure Park this year, from Friday, Sept. 15, through Tuesday, Oct. 31, 2017.
At Disney California Adventure Park
For the first time, Cars Land in Disney California Adventure will transform with a special Haul-O-Ween makeover as the citizens of Radiator Springs don Halloween costumes and decorate their respective homes for the season. Lightning McQueen, Mater, Cruz, Red and DJ will be all dressed up–as a super hero, a “van-pire,” a pirate, a clown and a punk rocker, ready to go “trunk-or-treating.” Attractions transform, too, with Mater’s Junkyard Jamboree turning spooky as the Graveyard JamBOOree, and Luigi’s Rollickin’ Roadsters getting a seasonal twist to become Luigi’s Honkin’ Haul-O-Ween.
Scary the Scarecar will stand guard over the entrance to Route 66, a preview to the Haul-O-Ween transformation awaiting guests in Cars Land. With Fillmore’s Jack-Oil Lanterns, the web spun over Flo’s by a Spider-Car, and the Cozy Cone dressed up in car-stumes, the townsfolk turn Radiator Springs into Radiator Screams.
Oogie Boogie appears for the first time at Disney California Adventure, too, taking over with his twisted tale of a forever Halloween, inspired by “Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas.” Oogie Boogie’s oversized silhouette beckons guests through the main entrance of the park and he brings to life a swarm of bats around Carthay Circle Restaurant and Lounge.
Disney California Adventure also will be featured for the first time as part of the pre-party mix-in for Mickey’s Halloween Party, a separate-ticket event that features special entertainment, Disney characters in their Halloween attire, and trick or treating at locations throughout Disneyland. This year, a ticket to Mickey’s Halloween Party has even greater value as guests will be able to visit Disney California Adventure as well as Disneyland during the three hours prior to the beginning of the party in Disneyland.
Tickets to the popular Mickey’s Halloween Party go on sale Monday, July 17 for Annual Passholders, Disney Vacation Club members and Disney Visa Card holders. Tickets go on sale Monday, July 24 for the general public. They may be purchased online and on mobile devices at http://Disneyland.com/party as well as at the Disneyland Resort main gate and by phone at 714-781-4400
At Disneyland Park
At Disneyland, guests will enjoy frightfully fun thrills on popular Halloween attractions Haunted Mansion Holiday and Space Mountain Ghost Galaxy, along with themed foods and merchandise, plus spooky décor that includes a giant Mickey Mouse jack-o’-lantern and a Pumpkin Festival on Main Street, U.S.A.
Haunted Mansion Holiday celebrates the collision between Halloween and Christmas as Jack Skellington, from the Walt Disney Pictures classic “Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas,” offers his unique take on the holidays. The annual Haunted Mansion Holiday gingerbread house, presents a new design each year, and this year it’s the creepy Oogie Boogie in the form of a 7-foot-tall cookie on the table in the Mansion ballroom. He is peeling back the roof of a gingerbread Haunted Mansion, uncovering myriad gummy bugs and worms.
Another Halloween Time favorite at Disneyland is Space Mountain Ghost Galaxy, a reimagining of the popular thrill ride in Tomorrowland. Guests on board the speeding Space Mountain vehicles are thrust into a ghostly galaxy where they are surrounded by eerie screams, sound effects and music. Spine-chilling spirits pop out of the darkness, appearing to reach out and menace the space travelers.
Disneyland will continue to offer its traditional Diá de los Muertos skeleton display in Frontierland for the Halloween season, through Nov. 2.
Mickey’s Halloween Party
Guests are invited to dress in costume for Mickey’s Halloween Party where they will trick-or-treat throughout Disneyland for candy and healthy snacks. And this year, capturing memories during the party will be easier than ever as guests who have admission to Mickey’s Halloween Party will enjoy the added bonus of unlimited Disney PhotoPass.
Another extra-special treat is the “Halloween Screams” fireworks spectacular, a Mickey’s Halloween Party tradition presented exclusively for party guests and hosted by “Master of Scare-omonies” Jack Skellington.
Also exclusive to Mickey’s Halloween Party is the “Frightfully Fun Parade” led by The Headless Horseman of Sleepy Hollow (from the Disney animated classic “The Adventures of Ichabod and Mr. Toad”). The Horseman rides through the park on his ghostly black steed with a flickering jack-o’-lantern to usher in the parade featuring Jack Skellington followed by a procession of grim, grinning (and hitchhiking) ghosts from the iconic Haunted Mansion attraction. The creepy Dr. Facilier from Disney’s “The Princess and the Frog” calls on mystical powers, summoning his Shadow Men from the bayou to loom large over his strange and twisted Voodoo parlor. The mischievous Disney villains appear out of the darkness, ready to stir up some trouble. The wicked gathering includes the Evil Queen, Jafar and Cruella.
Disney characters–villains as well as Mickey Mouse and friends–will appear at locations throughout the park, and the Cadaver Dans ghostly quartet will perform on the Rivers of America in New Orleans Square and Frontierland.
Another popular feature of the party, the opportunity for guests to “mix in” with regular park guests for three hours prior to the party’s opening time, now will allow visits between Disneyland and Disney California Adventure parks.
Beginning July 24, Mickey’s Halloween Party Tickets* may be purchased by the public online and on mobile devices at http://Disneyland.com/party, as well as at the Disneyland Resort main gate and by phone at 714-781-4400. Guests may check for availability for the 14 nights: Wednesday, Sept. 20; Friday, Sept. 22, Monday, Sept. 25; Wednesday, Sept. 27; Friday, Sept. 29; Tuesday, Oct. 3; Friday, Oct. 6; Tuesday, Oct. 10; Friday, Oct. 13; Tuesday, Oct. 17; Friday, Oct. 20; Tuesday, Oct. 24; Friday, Oct. 27; and Tuesday, Oct. 31, Halloween night. Online and mobile purchases are not available the day of the event. Parking is not included in the ticket price, and parking fees will apply.
Tickets purchased in advance to Mickey’s Halloween Party are available at a discount on select nights. All tickets purchased on the day of the event through Tuesday, Oct. 17 are $105 each. All tickets to Mickey’s Halloween Party on Friday, Oct. 20, Friday, Oct 27 and Tuesday, Oct. 31, are $120 each. Mickey’s Halloween Party is a non-smoking event.
For more information about Halloween events at the Disneyland Resort, please visit http://www.Disneyland.com/Halloween. Entertainment and attractions are subject to change without notice.
*Mickey’s Halloween Party tickets are subject to availability and are valid only for specific event dates and hours. Space is limited. Advanced purchase savings available only for select party nights and only until one day prior to applicable event date. Limit eight (8) tickets per person, per event date. Tickets are nonrefundable and may not be resold. May not be combined with other discounts. Costumes subject to Disney guidelines at https://disneyland.disney.go.com/events-tours/mickeys-halloween-party/ and should not be obstructive or offensive. Ages 2 and under: no ticket required. Entertainment may be cancelled due to inclement weather or otherwise. Subject to restrictions and change without notice.
**Disney PhotoPass service is subject to the PhotoPass terms found in https://disneyland.disney.go.com/photopass-terms-conditions/. Online registration required. Disney PhotoPass Photos captured during the Mickey’s Halloween Party must be linked to your Disney account and may be downloaded pursuant to the expiration policy at https://disneyland.disney.go.com/photopass-expiration-policy/. Not responsible for missing, lost or damaged photos. Downloads are restricted to personal use by Disney account holder only and may not be used for a commercial purpose. Subject to restrictions and change without notice.
Jack Skellington and Haunted Mansion Holiday are inspired by “Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas.”
About the Disneyland Resort
The Disneyland Resort features two spectacular theme parks – Disneyland (the original Disney theme park) and Disney California Adventure Park – plus three hotels and the Downtown Disney District, comprising unique dining, entertainment and shopping experiences. The Resort’s hotels are the luxurious, 948-room Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, which also features 50 two-bedroom equivalent Disney Vacation Club units; the magical, 973-room Disneyland Hotel – both AAA Four Diamond properties – and the 481-room Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel with its “day-at-the-beach” theme. For information on attractions and vacations at the Disneyland Resort, visit Disneyland.com, call (866) 43-DISNEY or contact local travel agents. Located in Anaheim, Calif., the Disneyland Resort opened July 17, 1955. Open daily, year-round.
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Top Cancer Research Facilities Nationwide Fueled With $1.2 Million In New Slate Of Grants
DALLAS, July 17, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — From new cures to preventing and treating the disease, one thing is certain – cancer research saves lives. For more than 20 years now, The Mary Kay Foundation℠ has continued its steadfast mission of funding research of cancers affecting women by awarding annual research grants to top medical schools and research facilities nationwide. This year, the Foundation awarded 12 highly-competitive grants totaling $1.2 million to some of the most respected institutions in the country.
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The Mary Kay Foundation℠ Scientific Review Committee, composed of prominent medical scientists and doctors, meticulously reviewed 80 applicants before selecting 12 of the most promising research projects to receive grants in the amount of $100,000 each. The 2017 slate of cancer grants brings the total investment in the fight against cancer by The Mary Kay Foundation℠ to more than $26 million since its inception in 1996.
“We are proud to support promising research and medical scientists who are working on breakthrough cures and therapies that could help improve the lives of an untold number of cancer patients and their families,” said Michael Lunceford, Mary Kay Inc. Senior Vice President of Public Affairs and Chairman of the Board for The Mary Kay Foundation℠. “It is in our company DNA to give back and by continued support of top cancer research facilities nationwide each and every year through the cancer grant program, The Mary Kay Foundation℠ continues Mary Kay Ash’s mission and legacy of enriching women’s lives.”
The 2017 slate of grants includes a wide range of critical research areas. At Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri, medical scientists are investigating treatment for chemo-resistant ovarian cancer. At the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, therapies for basal-like breast cancer are the focus of research. At the University of Arizona in Phoenix, innovative research is underway for endometrial cancer patients.
“At the heart of the relentless pursuit to help prevent, detect and treat cancer is innovative and pioneering research,” said Jerry W. Shay, Ph.D., Chair of The Mary Kay Foundation℠ Research Review Committee, Professor and Vice Chairman of the Department of Cell Biology for The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas. “Without continued support through grants like these from The Mary Kay Foundation℠, medical scientists would not be able to pursue and discover potentially life-saving new therapies or early detection tools. While the Foundation’s grant program is focused on cancers affecting women, the new discoveries will no doubt benefit research of all types of cancer.”
Click here for more information about The Mary Kay Foundation℠ cancer grants at work.
About The Mary Kay Foundation℠
The Mary Kay Foundation℠ was created in 1996, and its mission is twofold: to fund research of cancers affecting women and to help prevent domestic violence while raising awareness of the issue. The Mary Kay Foundation℠ has awarded $70.7 million to shelters and programs addressing domestic violence prevention and cancer researchers and related causes throughout the United States. To learn more about The Mary Kay Foundation℠, please visit marykayfoundation.org or call 1-877-MKCARES (652-2737).
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