San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria is proposing a package of new restrictions on accessory dwelling units which have boomed in popularity in recent years but provoked backlash from neighboring homeowners The city's Planning Commission is due to hear the proposal Thursday at 9 a.m. It comes after the City Council requested changes to the city's ADU bonus program which allows single-family homeowners to build at least four units in their backyards if they set aside a portion as affordable housing KPBS developed a map that shows which areas have zoning that would still be eligible for the ADU bonus program and which areas are proposed for exclusion. The map also shows areas with a high or very high risk of wildfires Gloria proposes requiring a property be "on an improved public street with at least two evacuation routes" in order to be eligible Under the mayor's proposal, large portions of La Jolla, Scripps Ranch, Tierrasanta, College Area and Encanto would no longer be eligible for the ADU bonus program due to their zoning. State law would still allow homeowners in those areas to build two ADUs Even in zones where the ADU bonus program would still apply many properties on cul-de-sacs and adjacent to canyons would be ineligible because they carry a high fire risk and lack two evacuation routes Also among the properties to be excluded from the ADU bonus program are sites where the program is impossible to use anyway canyons and cemeteries that are zoned for large-lot single-family homes despite no plans to redevelop them into housing city planners say at least 25,689 acres would no longer be eligible for the ADU bonus program under the mayor's proposal The program would still apply on roughly 82,970 acres though it's unclear how much of that area would be excluded due to other reforms under consideration Among those reforms is a requirement to provide off-street parking spaces for ADUs that are not close to public transit which are desperately needed to make San Diego more affordable In preparation for the 2025 Hurricane Season West Palm Beach customers with residential trash service can place unlimited yard waste by the curb on their regularly scheduled collection day for pickup at NO EXTRA CHARGE Official Trailer View on Map City Hotline: (561) 822-2222 (TTY: 800-955-8771) There was an error; please refresh the page or try again There are no events matching your selection 2775 N 15th Ave Phone602-534-4653 Tee Time Line602-534-GOLF Encanto Park boasts 222-acres of lush oasis located in the heart of the city Subscribe to the monthly Phoenix resident newsletter for updates Contact Form • Phone Directory Do you require an accommodation to participate in a City program, service, or activity? 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The first time that I ever went to a Disney on Ice show was right here in Indianapolis with my daughter Nora She dressed up as Anna and I remember loving her reaction to the show from beginning to end Since it was my first time ever seeing anything like this Although she wanted to leave her ballgown at home (and that part stung a little) all three of my girls seemed genuinely excited about the show We put on Disney pjs under our dresses for my youngest two which really came in handy when we got home late In case you are wondering about what to wear: Most kids were in costume and their parents were just in jeans and layers my husband and I immediately regretted hauling all of our coats in since you can park on the third floor of the garage and walk directly into Gainbridge Fieldhouse through the skywalk bridge So just a reminder: Less is best in this scenario “I’m going to love seeing this through their eyes!” Although that statement is so true it never fails that I get just as caught up in the show as they do and am always completely swept away with all the Disney magic Disney on Ice: Frozen & Encanto was so much fun for this Disney-loving crew I’ll tell you tomorrow when I am dragging them out of bed The looks on all of their faces during various moments in the show The whole family was jamming to both movie soundtracks on the way home My youngest Olivia actually took a catnap during intermission and was back in it for the second half … the girl can sleep anywhere My only other piece of advice is to leave way earlier for the show than you think Make sure you leave with ample time because even though lines move fast it’s nice to take your time and get situated before the show begins Despite  being out later than we would have liked The first half of the show was the retelling of Frozen Maybe it’s because I have been watching this movie on repeat for the last nine years or maybe it just didn’t shine like the second half but I felt like even the special affects were not as magnificent as shows I’ve attended in the past and  Kristoff really stole the first half of the show with their solos I love seeing what skaters  are able to do on ice in these massive costumes The second half was Encanto and the special affect’s were on par with past years This combination of things  really transported you into the story Luisa’s song “Surface Pressure” and of course Bruno’s solo were the biggest hits in my opinion Luisa’s song was accompanied by a hilarious group of donkeys that had everyone giggling Bruno’s song was really well choreographed and the colorful umbrellas added a whole new artistic landscape I didn’t know I needed it was a really fun night for the whole family We recommend you grab tickets and see the show for yourself at Gainbridge Fieldhouse For more information and to purchase tickets online, visit the website Copyright 2024 Midwest Parenting Publications | All Right Reserved Disney on Ice has traveled to Athens to present “Frozen” and “Encanto” at the Akins Ford Arena from Thursday The production takes viewers from the icy hills of Arendelle to the sunny mountains of Colombia Performers don sparkly skater dresses and bright suits to put together an elaborate show that depicts well known Disney stories Many families attended the show at Akins Ford Arena because of the convenience of Disney on Ice performing in Athens bringing her daughter Sophia for her second Disney on Ice experience “We live about 10 minutes away,” Porfirio said “Right now [Sophia] is really excited about ‘Encanto.’” Disney on Ice presented its sixth Athens show of the weekend starting with “Frozen,” the story of sisters Anna and Elsa spotlights and faux snow were just a few of the tools used to bring their story to life before transitioning to “Encanto” after a short intermission buying snacks and merchandise at numerous tables From rainbow Olaf snow cones to golden Mickey Mouse crowns there were a range of treats and treasures for attendees to enjoy Brittany Patton attended Saturday night’s show with her daughter “I’m excited to get to share this experience with her and make some of those core memories,” Patton said wearing princess dresses and Mickey ears and dancing and twirling under strobe lights and fireworks as performers told familiar stories through a new lens of dramatic dances on ice The show closed with a lively finale dance including characters from many Disney movies from Ariel and Prince Eric to Goofy and Donald Duck ending with a goodbye from Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse Disney on Ice will have its last two shows at Akins Ford Arena today on Sunday Bright cadenzas and emotional arias filled the warmly lit space of Ramsey Concert Hall on Friday Some of the University of Georgia Hugh Hodgson School of Music’s most promising vocalists took center stage as world-renowned soprano Renée Fleming led a master class ahead of her Saturday performance University of Georgia students created an electric atmosphere in the Rooker… Queer Students for Ecology at the University of Georgia held the annual Earth Gay event at the Odum School of Ecology on Thursday evening Downtown Athens sparked alive with the return of the Athens Orthopedic Clinic Twilight Criterium the excitement of May brings a shift toward new beginnings from the intensity of final exams to the anticipation of summer Whether you are finishing a chapter at school starting a new job or seeing change in your personal life read on to see what this week has in store for you 18 touring comedians from around the nation are set to perform at the inaugural Athens Comedy Fest May 4 at the Morton Theatre in downtown Athens It can be difficult for many people transitioning from being unhoused to having an apartment to find the resources to set up their home but these nonprofits and organizations can help Athens’ food and drink scene is booming as spring specials continue to roll out and limited-time offers hit menus this week The Red & Black serves the Athens and University of Georgia communities with reliable while training the future of the free press Your browser is out of date and potentially vulnerable to security risks.We recommend switching to one of the following browsers: With candor, humor and a heartfelt message of authenticity, award-winning actress Stephanie Beatriz captivated a room full of Titans during Cal State Fullerton’s April 10 Beyond the Conversation event From voicing Mirabel in Disney’s Academy Award-winning film “Encanto” to portraying Rosa Diaz in the popular sitcom “Brooklyn Nine-Nine,” Beatriz spoke to the CSUF community about her career and the power of representation on screen and in life your taste and your viewpoint to what you’re doing is priceless,” said Beatriz “Your individual journey of life is so interesting and so you and so great Beatriz didn’t consider acting a viable career until middle school: “My resources were limited I was pulled to it in a way that I wasn’t pulled to anything else.” After graduating from Stephens College in three years where she landed her breakout role in “Brooklyn Nine-Nine.” “One of the things I really loved about ‘Brooklyn Nine-Nine’ was that they embraced who we were They even changed my character’s name from Megan to Rosa because they wanted her to be Latina like me,” said Beatriz.  ​​When asked about voicing Mirabel in “Encanto,” Beatriz reflected on what the role means to her.  I grew up on ‘The Little Mermaid,’ ‘The Lion King’ and even the deeper cuts like ‘Robin Hood.’ I’ve always loved the heroines in Disney movies,” she said “To be in a Disney movie as the main character is something I never thought I’d get.”  ​​She also opened up about her ongoing journey with mental health encouraging students to ask for help and take advantage of mental health resources on campus.  Beatriz empowered students to embrace their creativity and individuality: “I hope you remember that your story matters The world doesn’t need a copy of someone else the Beyond the Conversation series invites speakers to campus to share their stories and inspire the Titan community.   Beatriz was interviewed by CSUF graphic and interactive design student Tanya Gonzalez who also serves as chair of ASI’s Association for Intercultural Awareness She said that the “Encanto” discussion was her favorite part of the event “Never did I imagine that two years after attending my first Beyond the Conversation installment, I would be on stage interviewing one of these guests,” said Gonzalez, who previously interviewed “Hamilton” actor Daveed Diggs.  “It was honestly an eye-opening moment and a full-circle moment.” Do you have news you’d like to share with the campus Search    Shop    My Account    E-Newsletters by | Jan 3, 2025 | Feature|Opinion with a front door flung wide open for all of us to walk through Tori Hastings is the Associate Pastor at Canterbury United Methodist Church in Birmingham Reflection and resources at the intersection of faith and culture through an inclusive Christian lens Phone: 615-627-7763 Email: info@goodfaithmedia.org Be sure you have your GPS enabled and try again Encanto Restaurant's Park City location will open Sunday Utah — When Alejandra Laverde first arrived in Park City from Bogota six years ago she and her family are returning to the mountain town as restaurant owners bringing a taste of her native Colombia to the community where her culinary journey began “I used to work as a server on Main Street and that’s where I started learning about the restaurant business,” Laverde said Her mentor was established Park City restaurateur Alan Galeano “He was the person that taught me everything that I know now,” she shared with pride Laverde worked her way through the industry a Colombian restaurant that represents both her heritage and her growth in the industry “The thing that I miss most from my country is the food,” Laverde explained “Park City doesn’t have a Colombian restaurant You can’t find the same food in other places and we have really good flavors and culture and everything so why not have something up there?” The menu reflects both traditional Colombian cuisine and creative fusion dishes The Enchanted Platter showcases traditional meats like carne asada and chicharron served with fried plantain and arepa while the restaurant also features unique interpretations of familiar favorites Laverde’s personal favorites include their distinctive hot dogs particularly the Tropical Paradise Hot Dog topped with potato chips “I have two favorites – I love the hot dogs The Hot Paradise hot dog and the Canada burger really good,” she said with enthusiasm The restaurant’s “Casita Bites” section offers traditional Colombian appetizers including Patacones (flatter fried plantains with Colombian salsa and guacamole) and Pork Belly Cracklings served with yellow potato and guacamole Their burger selection ranges from a classic burger to more adventurous options like the Amazona Burger made with black beans and sautéed mushrooms For a taste of authentic Colombian street food the menu features Arepas Rellenas – stuffed corn patties with various fillings such as the Trópicana with shredded beef and corn or the Quimbaya filled with shredded chicken and Colombian-style sausage opening Encanto in Park City feels like coming full circle After testing their concept in Salt Lake City she knew she wanted to bring her authentic Colombian cuisine back to the community where her American dream began “Park City is beautiful,” she said The restaurant’s design mirrors this blend of Colombian heritage and mountain town charm you feel like you are in a little tropical Amazonas in Colombia,” Laverde said “The biggest idea is that people can get the whole experience to be in a tropical country from newcomer to established business owner Laverde’s story embodies the entrepreneurial spirit designed to transport guests to a tropical paradise reflects both her Colombian heritage and her adopted mountain home “We want the whole experience to be the Colombian way,” Laverde said A post shared by Encanto Restaurant I Gourmet Fast Food I Culinary Heritage (@encanto_restaurant_ut) Laura studied at the University of Washington earning a degree in economics with a focus on political science Having lived in mountain towns for the past 20 years You can find her enjoying everything Park City offers from mountain biking to Pilates and powder days Post A JobView All Add Your Organization Don’t miss a beat in the Park City community—get the daily scoop delivered straight to your inbox Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value" Sign up for our TownLift Daily Newsletter and get today's top local news stories in your inbox TownLift is a web and mobile-based Entertainment & News media outlet providing Park City and Summit County Utah with Breaking Local News & Community Updates SAN DIEGO (KGTV) — Marie Widman Memorial Park, located in the heart of Encanto's Black Arts and Culture District is traditionally a place for community gatherings and celebrations there are often no families or children playing in the park and many in the community feel it has been neglected according to Encanto residents ABC 10News spoke to and awards and things like that," Wendy McKinney from the San Diego History Center says "And their name is all over it but we don't see it together statues or any other markers that tell her story Local resident Dr. Kathleen Harmon who refers to herself as "Queen Mother," has lived in the area for 68 years and has been a significant figure in San Diego's Black community WATCH: Encanto residents call for improvements to Marie Widman Park; they say it has great potential to be a thriving space for the community Harmon fondly recalls her close friend Marie Widman with whom she led many civil rights battles Along with the late Councilman and Reverend George Stevens Harmon was instrumental in renaming the park in honor of Widman she was on all of the commissions I was on we were just fighters together," Harmon says Widman played a crucial role in helping Black San Diegans find housing during a time when redlining restricted where they could live Widman also championed the conversion of public land into parks in southeastern San Diego Harmon laments the lack of recognition: "It's so shameful we die and nothing is left behind in our legacy Local historian and genealogist Yvette Porter-Moore's research into Widman's life began with simple curiosity about the name on the park sign Porter-Moore discovered that Widman was an African American powerhouse involved in various boards and commissions I've learned how each of us is connected to one another," Porter-Moore shares The "Missing Pieces" project at the San Diego History Center aims to digitally preserve stories like Widman's Harmon believes the work to honor her friend's memory is far from complete and the park should be developed as a park The San Diego African American Museum of Fine Artoversees the San Diego Black Arts and Culture District This story was initially reported by a journalist and has been converted to this platform with the assistance of AI Our editorial team verifies all reporting on all platforms for fairness and accuracy Performing Arts “Encanto: The Sing-Along Film Concert,” a cross-national tour where Encanto lovers of all ages have the opportunity to sing along with their favorite GRAMMY®-Award winning songs performed by the live band “Encanto: The Sing-Along Film Concert” will include all the music of the Academy Award®-winning film including iconic hits like “We Don’t Talk About Bruno” and “Surface Pressure” performed live.  Live characters do not appear in this event Fans are encouraged to dress up as Mirabel or any of their favorite characters from the film and to use their voices to transform each venue into one big celebration of the Madrigal family The Encanto Original Motion Picture Soundtrack features eight original songs by Academy Award-nominated Tony® and Grammy®-winning songwriter/composer Lin-Manuel Miranda (“Hamilton,” “Moana”) with an original score by Academy Award-nominated and Grammy-winning composer Germaine Franco 1 position on the Billboard 200 album chart for 9 non-consecutive weeks and the R.I.A.A 3x Platinum-certified song “We Don’t Talk About Bruno” topped the Hot 100 chart for 5 weeks.  The soundtrack and song held the No 1 position on the Billboard 200 and Hot 100 simultaneously for five consecutive weeks Music from Encanto swept the Visual Media categories at the 65th Grammy Awards® winning Compilation Soundtrack for Visual Media and Song Written for Visual Media (“We Don’t Talk About Bruno”).  6:30 P.M.Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial AuditoriumStudent / Child: $15.00Senior: $18.00General: $20.00Subscriptions - Family Series:Renewal - August 9th - August 19th (2023-24 subscribers)August 21st - new subscribersSingle tickets on-sale: August 30th at 10 AM  © 2025 Ohio University Tarbox Street in Encanto is noisy with roosters and dogs A yellow sign hangs on the fence: “Encanto Says No.” “And he’ll tell you himself that he nearly fell to the floor,” his wife Rebecca said The designs show 43 Accessory Dwelling Units or ADUs planned for a yard smaller than half a football field That’s more homes than the rest of the street combined we’re not zoned for that,’” Eric Becerra said “They had no idea how this could happen without public notice without following the planning process,” Lisa Becerra said ADU developers are not required to do any of that. It’s part of what makes ADUs cheaper and faster to build — about $250 per square foot compared to $700 per square foot for a typical single-family home, one report found California hopes lower fees and less regulations will entice developers to build more housing that’s not high-rise apartments or single-family homes but something called “the missing middle,” which proponents think is desperately needed to meet California’s housing shortage They’re commonly called “granny flats” or “casitas.” the state legislature required cities to develop strategies to create ADUs for households with low incomes San Diego passed legislation allowing two more ADUs as long as one of them is priced affordably if your lot is within a walking mile of a major public transit stop — existing or planned — there’s no limit Nolan Gray, the Senior Director of Legislation and Research for California YIMBY, named it an “infinite housing glitch,” though the projects do still have to follow existing regulations for square footage and height requirements That has resulted in some proposed projects with more than 100 units on a single lot The typical Bonus ADU project is about four units Mayor Todd Gloria called it “gentle density,” pointing to a project with four new one-bedroom units and a garage studio But many of the largest projects in the pipeline are in the Encanto area Editor's note: The maps below are from a mid-2024 assessment of San Diego's Bonus ADU program Researchers from UC Berkeley and University of Texas at Austin constructed these maps using internal data from the San Diego Housing Commission some of which may not be included in publicly published data were proposed by developers but not yet approved by the city Some projects may have been discontinued in the months since “We started peeling the onion to realize that it wasn’t just this lot next to ours but upwards of 10 to 12 properties that we know about that are using the same bonus ADU loophole,” Rebecca Batista said the state gave San Diego a goal of building more than 100,000 new housing units before 2030 More than half of those are supposed to be affordable The Bonus ADU program is helping the city deliver on that goal As of July all the units designated as affordable were priced above the area’s median income targeting moderate income-earners rather than low-income earners A spokesperson for the city responded to questions by email “Prior to the creation of the ADU Home Density Bonus Program affordable ADUs were rare in San Diego,” Peter Kelly said Kelly didn’t directly address questions about neighbors’ concerns that the program exceeds the densities prescribed in the Encanto area’s community plan but did say updating community plans would help meet housing goals He also pointed to new homes being built in high resource neighborhoods About 30% of affordable ADUs have been permitted in high resource areas The most homes approved between 2021 and 2023 were in the College Area Encanto-area neighborhoods make up less than 4% of the Bonus ADUs already permitted But the scale of individual ADU projects coming down the pipeline for Encanto are much larger, something researchers from UC Berkeley and the University of Texas at Austin noted in their early assessment of the program “An additional pattern the city should monitor is where large-scale Bonus ADU projects are being proposed by for-profit developers,” they wrote noting one proposed project at the time that would put 148 units on one Encanto lot “Although income-restricted units may provide stability to renters in lower-income neighborhoods the city may not want to see such a high concentration of units in areas that have historically absorbed more than their fair share of housing development,” the report titled “Not So Gentle Density: An Early Assessment of the San Diego Bonus ADU Program,” found Co-author Jake Wegmann doesn’t think that concern should stop the program “It's just more something for the city to pay attention to rather than something that we saw as this three-alarm fire that the city needs to act on immediately,” he said He called the Bonus ADU program one of the most significant housing reforms in the entire country He said there might also be reasons why the city does want such large-scale ADU projects in low-income neighborhoods like Encanto: “It’s a tight housing market in a neighborhood like Encanto There are a lot of people that need relief and building more housing there might provide some relief.” But he noted a historic pattern of looser zoning in lower-income neighborhoods that make it easier to build there leading to residents feeling “besieged by development” while not seeing the same in wealthier neighborhoods like La Jolla It has larger lot sizes for less money than elsewhere in the city neighbors are mostly Black and Latino and low-income “We have very little help out here and very poor infrastructure And I would say we are more than happy to have more housing here if it's done in the right and the responsible way,” she said ADU developers don’t have to provide parking it’s hard to imagine where more cars would go The road isn’t maintained by the city; it’s up to residents Overgrown trees and parked cars jut into the road “How are they going to feed the need of those people when they can't even feed the need of the community?” Eric Becerra asked gesturing at the empty lot that would soon house 44 new neighbors He grew up off Euclid Avenue during an era with higher gang violence and news coverage that fueled prejudices and fear He bought this home 20 years ago and raised his children here he worked to turn the community into something they were all proud of in spite of historical disinvestment by the city California ADU developers don’t have to pay impact fees or conduct environmental reviews Kelly acknowledged concerns about the City waiving impact fees and parking requirements “These are challenges that the City is aware of and is committed to addressing through state legislation or future local regulatory action,” he said The city designated Encanto as a neighborhood that is disproportionately affected by environmental burdens and health risks It’s also in a zone that’s at a high risk for fires More concrete instead of grassy lots means more water runoff Wegmann calls the infrastructure problem a chicken-and-egg dynamic we shouldn't build any more housing in this area because the infrastructure can't handle it why would we add infrastructure to this neighborhood Because there aren't enough people there to justify it,’” he said “I'm not saying that those concerns aren't ever valid I'm just saying that both of those arguments if you take them to their logical conclusion you talk yourself into never building anything.” Lisa Becerra wonders what Encanto neighbors are supposed to do while they wait for infrastructure investment to catch up Neighbors have begun to organize. About 50 of them meet for potlucks and wore bright yellow shirts to the mayor’s state of the city address. They created a petition that in just two weeks has more than 500 signatures Eric Becerra said they would consider legal action if that’s what it takes to stop this development from being built and it’s been really beautiful bringing our community together for something we all believe in We know how special Encanto is,” Rebecca Batista said Two weeks after they discovered the plans for the lot next door the Batistas started walking with their two young children to the closest major public transit stop It’s supposed to be a mile away at most to designate the lot next door as a “sustainable development area” and grant developers rights to build unlimited ADUs there The wheels of their double stroller and their daughter’s scooter bump hard over potholes They pass a smaller bus stop with no shade Neighbors set their own chairs on the grassy incline Batista said the woman just sold her property to a developer In a twist not planned on the public agenda the San Diego City Council voted Tuesday to debate San Diego’s Bonus ADU Program The motion was raised by District 4 Councilmember Henry Foster III who has advocated repeatedly for increased housing density but says this program is causing damage “The current ADU Density Bonus program as implemented is destroying community character We must pause this program and address all unintended consequences and negative impacts that are affecting communities citywide,” he said Other councilmembers said similar concerns have been raised in their districts They directed city staff to return to council within 60 days with an action item to remove the program It was bundled with a motion to repeal a controversial footnote of city code and Foster declined to separate the two motions with District 9 Councilmember Sean Elo-Rivera absent “Frozen” and “Encanto,” will skate into Athens this spring when “Disney On Ice presents Frozen & Encanto” debuts at Akins Ford Arena from Thursday The show will feature live character appearances from Anna Audiences will be transported to Arendelle and the mountains of Colombia through aerial acrobatics vibrant costumes and world-class ice skating Tickets are available at ClassicCenter.com/DisneyOnIce or at the box office A 30% discount on tickets bought online for select shows and price levels on Thursday night and Saturday night will be available using the discount code 3XDX25 through Friday A separate VIP ticketed pre-show event and character experience offers children and families the chance to meet Elsa and Mirabel and enjoy music and dancing before the show who plays Tia Pepa in “Encanto,” will also host the season’s pre-show Eide was first hired to host shows in her home country and then we come back to our original show in the U.S.,” Eide said but Eide had to take a break due to illness Eide continued to find new ways to perform “I just couldn't do the physical part of it,” Eide said I really do love to move my body and to perform and tell stories.” Weekly skating classes help the cast stay sharp and new skaters like Eide go through training at the start of the season to learn choreography and placements and then it's pretty much right into the show,” Eide said audience energy is what keeps each performance feeling alive especially after months on the road performing the same show you really get the honest review,” Eide said Eide hopes the Athens crowd includes college students as well as families I really hope there are some college students that will join,” Eide said “It would be really cool if they also wanted to sing along to the songs and just let loose Athens restaurants are shaking things up this week with refreshed menus featuring new cocktails From Osteria Olio’s seasonal patio bar to springtime menu specials around the city here is a look at what’s happening in the Athens dining scene this week El Barrio’s front yard turned into an outdoor bash with a spotlight on … Kyra Lloyd was 4 years old when she first read a book out loud to a classroom of students “Jumping in the fountain in the middle of the night.” The Red & Black compiles a weekly roundup of shows and events for the upcoming weekend This weekend includes Skate Park of Athens’ 20th B… SweetWater Brewing Company will celebrate its 20th anniversary with a three-day 420 Fest from Friday From Athens-Clarke County Leisure Services to Hotel Indigo places and organizations around Athens are gearing up for Easter weekend with fami… the Jackson Street Building is broken into and a man is arrested for a probation violation Hartranft purchased 80 acres of land in Phoenix and began development on what would become the historic Encanto-Palmcroft neighborhood the neighborhood is a maze of curved roads with homes sporting lush landscapes and ornamental streetlights videos and commercials have been filmed there And as with the recent Coronado and Willo historic district home tours you can see inside some of the most distinctive homes in this neighborhood on the Encanto-Palmcroft home tour on Sunday At 98 years old and with approximately 320 homes the Encanto-Palmcroft neighborhood has a variety of architecturally significant and preserved historic homes and is anchored by the sprawling Encanto Park "Croft" is an English term that means "little garden" and that was the inspiration for the neighborhood's developers The plat showing the streets and individual lots south of Palm Lane was recorded on April 27 the streets had been smoothed out in preparation for construction and two model homes were completed on Palmcroft Drive The Palmcroft neighborhood formally opened in early 1929, according to encantopalmcroft.org Peter began developing the Encanto subdivision on the north side of Palm Lane streets and curbs graded and gutters and sidewalks in place Development slowed significantly during the Great Depression with just a few homes being built in 1932 and 1933 Federal Housing Administration programs introduced in Phoenix in October 1934 kick-started construction in Encanto-Palmcroft District when many homes built under FHA-insured loans According to the Encanto-Palmcroft Historic Preservation Association website "The proximity of the neighborhood to the park represent an approach to suburban planning that had its roots in 18th century England It flourished in America as the 'City Beautiful' movement (did) and evolved in Phoenix as a highly successful achievement." Architectural styles in Encanto-Palmcroft include Spanish Colonial two gardens and the Valley Garden Center will be on display in the Encanto-Palmcroft home tour He was the architect for landmark buildings including the Heard Museum the Carl Hayden home in the Phoenix Country Club and Goldwater family residences," said Jenny Gendreau a member of the Encanto-Palmcroft Historic Preservation Association More interesting homes on tour includes one designed by Lescher & Mahoney who were the architects for the Orpheum Theatre Brophy College Chape and other Phoenix landmarks one home’s claim to fame arose in the late 1970s and 1980s when Bob Lull purchased the house and opened Bob Lull Dance Club Markings from the circling of high heels can still be seen today on the wood floors in the east living area." Gardens on the tour include the Urban Farm which has an aquaponic swimming pond stocked with fish and floating islands an English Rose Garden where the owners will be serving tea and a Professional Garden with a koi pond Encanto-Palmcroft Street FairThere also will be a street fair and marketplace with food trucks over 80 vendors and a vintage car display with cars from the Arizona Classic Thunderbird and Arizona MG Club All of the fair activities will be on and around 12th Avenue and Holly Street New to the home tour this year is the silent auction text "hometour" to 53555 or drop by the EPHPA Philanthropy booth at the balloon arch on 12th Avenue The silent auction will benefit WHEAT Clothes Silo an Arizona-based nonprofit anti-hunger organization that provides job training and professional clothing for women Encanto home tour ticketsEncanto-Palmcroft home tour tickets cost $30 and can be purchased at encantopalmcroft.org or on site at Holly Street and 12th Avenue street fair and an old-fashioned trolley ride with a guide telling the history of the neighborhood Proceeds from tickets sales are used for neighborhood preservation and enhancement projects Art Detour 2025 guide: Where to see the best works by AZ artists in March Where: The Encanto-Palmcroft historic district is bounded by McDowell Road and Encanto Boulevard between Seventh and 15th avenues It includes Encanto Park and Encanto Golf Course Details: encantopalmcroft.org Meredith G. White covers entertainment, art and culture for The Arizona Republic and azcentral.com. She writes the latest news about video games, television and the best things to do in metro Phoenix. This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks. The action you just performed triggered the security solution. There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase, a SQL command or malformed data. You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked. Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page. Subscribe to Quizzes NewsletterCaret DownDecorate Your Dream Bedroom And Discover Your "Encanto" Power"Welcome to the Family Madrigal." by surprisedhedgehog281Community Contributor "They're trying to come up with the storyline They're working on it," Leguizamo said of a potential sequel to Disney's movie about the magical Madrigal family New shows for children and families have been announced by the University of Alabama at Birmingham’s Alys Stephens Performing Arts Center and ArtPlay Community Education Kick off the fun this fall with Disney’s “Encanto: The Sing-Along Film Concert” on Oct Fans of all ages can watch the full film while singing along as their favorite songs are performed live by a band in the theater New for families is the Pay What You Choose option. See Opera Birmingham’s “The Littlest Mermaid” on Nov. 3, and “Yuletide in Dogtown” on Dec Just register online for tickets and simply pay what you choose to reserve your seats ArtPlay will host two free family days this fall: the annual ArtPlay Halloween bash on Oct. 19, and the holiday open house Dec when the 2025 summer camps will be announced The family fun continues March 20, with Velocity Irish Dance Described by The New York Times as an “energetic intimate history lesson more than a sequined spectacular,” Velocity is “a multimedia show for all ages earnestly tracing the evolution of Irish dance while toying with tradition.” “Encanto: The Sing-Along Film Concert” First up is “Encanto: The Sing-Along Film Concert” at 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 20, in the Alys Stephens Center’s Jemison Concert Hall Featuring all the Academy and Grammy award-winning film’s music including the hits “We Don’t Talk About Bruno” and “Surface Pressure” from the soundtrack by Academy Award-nominated Tony- and Grammy-winning songwriter/composer Lin-Manuel Miranda (“Hamilton,” “Moana”) with an original score by Academy Award-nominated and Grammy-winning composer Germaine Franco.  lsabela or any of their favorite characters from the film and use their voices to transform each venue into one big celebration of the Madrigal family Tickets are $55 for adults and $35 for children. With the Family of 4 Special, save 10 percent on the purchase of four or more tickets. UAB employee and student discounted tickets are available in limited supply; to purchase, call or visit the Alys Stephens Center Box Office at 205-975-2787 or 1200 10th Ave. South. To purchase tickets or for more information, visit AlysStephens.org Live characters do not appear in this event Opera Birmingham’s “The Littlest Mermaid” Based on Hans Christian Andersen’s “The Little Mermaid,” with music by Antonin Dvorak this magical tale will transport audiences on a sweet journey of searching With themes of the human qualities of love courage and forgiveness at play throughout this children’s opera with breathtaking melodies will delight as a celebration of the triumph of love The show is set for 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 3, in the Alys Stephens Center’s Jemison Concert Hall. “The Littlest Mermaid” is a Pay What You Choose performance; donations are encouraged to help bring new and diverse programming to the community, but all are welcome to attend. For tickets, register to attend the performance at AlysStephens.org Alabama’s largest professional opera company Opera Birmingham has produced world-class operatic productions and concerts hailed by critics and loved by audiences for over 65 years “Yuletide in Dogtown” Halloween at ArtPlay There is a chill in the air, and the time is right to get a little spooky at the ArtPlay House from 1-4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 19. For the annual Halloween bash, ArtPlay will have treats, music, dancing and visual art activities. Wear your favorite costume and bring the entire family. Free with advance registration required ArtPlay Holiday Open House Enjoy festive lights and the sounds of the season along with plentiful art projects for children at ArtPlay’s annual holiday open house from 5:30-9 p.m. Friday, Dec. 6. This event is free for the whole family and open to the public, with advance registration required Plus hear it there first: ArtPlay will announce its 2025 summer musical theater camp shows Registration will open in November for ArtPlay’s spring 2025 classes The weekly classes in topics such as musical theater Register early to guarantee a spot as space is limited Look for an announcement late this fall or winter Velocity Irish Dance Spring at ArtPlay Join ArtPlay from 1-4 p.m. Saturday, May 10, 2025, for a fantastic day of creativity and fun and get ready to explore a world of art activities for kids and exciting experiences that the whole family will love. From colorful art stations where imaginations run wild to magical story time sessions, there will be something for everyone to enjoy. Free with advance registration required Summer camps in musical theater and visual arts are presented each year by ArtPlay Community Education and announced early each spring. Camps take place in the ArtPlay House and in UAB’s Alys Stephens Center A discount is available for UAB students and employees when registering by phone Disney has announced that ¡Celebración Encanto! is now a full-time addition to the entertainment lineup at EPCOT is now a full-time entertainment offering at EPCOT.” Advertising Contact Us Privacy Policy Affiliate Policy Attractions Calendar Dining Events Recreation Refurbishments Resorts Shopping Transportation Trip Planning Register Help Tom Giffey, photos by Andrea Paulseth | November 25 Remember the old joke about the guy who says he’s on a seafood diet Eau Claire’s newest Mexican restaurant is a must-try And that applies for both meanings of the pun There’s certainly plenty to see at Encanto Cantina (2839 Mall Drive And there’s even more to see when your chosen menu items arrive at your table as both the entrees and the dishes they’re served on pulse with color This is not your run-of-the-mill wannabe Mexican joint where bland tacos lounge on listless beds of lettuce there’s also plenty of actual seafood to be had: The new eatery with a good share of the menu devoted to fish-forward food There are five varieties of aguachiles – marinated seafood dishes – that meld chilled shrimp with veggies You’ll also find fresh oysters; the amazing and sharable Torre Encanto (Encanto Tower) a literal tower of seafood; and numerous other fish- and shrimp laden dishes (If you’re looking for a cheesy delight get the camarón poblano: a roasted poblano pepper stuffed with shrimp and red sauce with more cheese sauce on top for good measure) don’t fret: Encanto Cantina’s menu overflows with other options from more than a dozen varieties of tacos (including savory quesabirria tacos featuring slow-cooked beef birria served with consomé on the side) as well as all the fajitas and soups you might expect at any Mexican eatery worth its salsa the cantina buzzed with a busy lunchtime crowd serving up things you might expect (margaritas and mojitos) and things you might not including lunchtime mimosa specials and the Michelada Especial (We promise we’ll try that one when we come back for dinner.) the word “Encanto” means both “charm” and “spell,” and either translation applies to Encanto Cantina We only hope that the eatery can break the spell that seems to hang over its strip-mall location which has been home to at least three other restaurants in the past five years (mostly recently the short-lived WichCraft) Encanto Cantina will be able to maintain the magic Visit Encanto Cantina at 2839 Mall Dr., Eau Claire, open seven days a week from 11am-10pm each day except Sunday, when it closes at 9pm • Keep up with the eatery on Facebook  Subscribe to our Newsletters How to Contribute 20 Years of Volume One “Encanto” was released with a respectable box office run of thirty days the budget of the movie was $120 million and it earned $257 million at the box office “Wreck-It-Ralph” made $496 million dollars.  “Encanto” is generally considered to be one of the last good Disney movies and an absolute classic written and produced in large by Lin Manuel-Miranda created significant cultural impacts and is the main reason “Encanto” is held in such high esteem the soundtrack took the number one spot on the Billboard 200 The smash hit and “We Don’t Talk About Bruno” hit number one in February 2022 and held the throne for five weeks It is only the second song from a Disney animated film to reach number one.  The movie won the 2022 Oscar for Best Soundtrack and Best Animated Feature; the song “Dos Oruguitas” was nominated for Best Original Song “Encanto” was also the first film to win all three of the Grammy’s visual media awards: Best Song Written for Visual Media Best Compilation Soundtrack for Visual Media and Best Score Soundtrack (all awarded in 2023) The movie also made splashes for its unconventional and modern plot line who lives in a family filled with magical people but she was denied a magical “gift.” While this sounds fairly in line with Disney’s fairytale/fantasy trope the main difference is the lack of a true “bad guy.”  The movie instead follows a complex and troubled family dynamic across multiple generations This is spurred on by the emotionally cold Abuela but also by Mirabel’s own feeling of “out-of-placeness” in her family “Encanto” gave us a family movie about an actual family with all the little fights and misunderstandings and squabbles that would be found in the real world “Encanto” also made splashes as a cultural exploration It is one of the only Disney animated movies to be set in Latin America (the cult classic “Emperor’s New Groove” also deserves recognition for this feat).  In a time where there is so much unnecessary emphasis on being “culturally inclusive,” “Encanto” does so with grace and ease rural Columbia with the animation providing us with amazing and accurate visuals of the natural landscape The movie also has a star-studded cast of Latinos Columbian popstar Carlos Vives lends his voice to the “Encanto” soundtrack “Encanto,” while technically a flop by monetary terms still managed to perfectly blend the old Disney magic with the modern and website in this browser for the next time I comment audiences will be transported to a magical world where they can sing dance and even talk about Bruno without being told to “let it go.” Magical movie and music: Columbus Symphony adds third show in Harry Potter Film Concert Series Mirabel and the Madrigal family to the stage of Nationwide Arena for nine shows running Thursday through Sunday Expect appearances from fan favorites such as Mickey Mouse When her kingdom becomes trapped in an eternal winter his reindeer Sven and the lovable snowman Olaf Fans will follow their travels to find Anna's estranged sister the audience will be whisked away to the mountains of Colombia to meet the Madrigals an unusual multigenerational clan that lives in a magical casita in a charmed village called the Encanto Showtimes for “Disney On Ice presents Frozen & Encanto” are 7 p.m Tickets start at $17 and can be purchased at ticketmaster.com Families can get even more Disney for their dollars by purchasing a separate ticket for the pre-show “Family Fun with Elsa and Mirabel” character experience Meeting the children is just as much fun for the actors who portray the characters as it is for the youngsters who attend the pre-shows Enchanting Encanto: Where does 'Encanto' take place? The country and culture that inspired the Disney film getting to meet the kids and taking pictures with them is a great part of the pre-show character experience,” she said a Kentuckian whose discovery story sounds like something from a movie “I was approached by a casting director who told me I should try out for the character experience and sent me all the audition scripts,” she said “I talked to my mom at first because it seemed like such a random way to get a job I finally emailed them after about three months,” she said Lozada put “Disney on Ice” out of mind and dove into the life of a high schooler about to celebrate her 18th birthday and I thought they’d forgotten about me,” she said “I signed the contract on my birthday and joined the tour.” COSI After Dark: Another side of science is coming in the next few months Touring and completing her education online was a lesson in balancing work and life adding that her first year with “Disney On Ice” was a considerable adjustment period “I did a lot of learning about being on the road I was on the road about eight and a half months last year It was hard around the holidays being away from my family Lozada’s intent was to study physical therapy and play soccer in college Now that she’s been bitten by the acting bug she’s not ruling out continuing for a while “It’s a very different experience for me,” Lozada said. “My dream role would be Moana.” Picking and choosing: 'American Pickers' is coming back to Ohio. Here's what they want to find which takes place an hour before the main event crafting and interactive time with Elsa and Mirabel Tickets for "Family Fun with Elsa and Mirabel" are $55-$65 and can be purchased at ticketmaster.com For more about “Disney On Ice presents Frozen & Encanto,” visit disneyonice.com/frozen-and-encanto bpaschal@dispatch.com SAN DIEGO (KGTV) — For many impacted by last year's flood the storm brought to the spotlight decades of neglect for the storm infrastructure in the area Video footage shows the rushing water along the trolley tracks on Imperial Avenue in Encanto just feet away from the Boys and Girls Club and Marie Widman Park ABC 10News anchor Wale Aliyu met with an icon of San Diego's Black community whose name is known beyond her neighborhood Kathleen Harmon shared how the flood impacted her and the people she holds dear "I've lived here for 68 years — this is my home This is where I fight dearly," said Harmon Affectionately known as "Queen Mother," she has spent decades trying to uplift Encanto and I've been active in the Democratic Party," she said ABC 10News was there days after as she faced the uncertainty of what life after that day would be like "I'm just so upset about where I'm going to stay because I have to move out of there tomorrow at 12 and I don't know exactly where I'm going," she told 10News at the time Harmon said the experience of the flood was terrifying She ended up being away from home for six months and you know if I lived there for over 68 years "I ended up in the hospital with pneumonia because one of the hotels had no heat and no nothing Her return to normalcy was possible through the Harvey Family Foundation a group that has been a shining light to many families impacted by the floods the fight is not over for the Queen Mother Encanto hasn't really been uplifted since the storm," Aliyu said We still stand the same— we still stand the same," Harmon said She said her mind is set on those who still haven’t recovered "The other areas haven't been recognized either Those people—I will always be close and indebted to." "Because you went through it together," Aliyu replied "And we're still going through it," Harmon said WKRN News 2 Glide and dance your way into the worlds of Frozen & Encanto with music and dancing alongside Elsa and Mirabel celebrating the amazing gifts that make each of us unique Catch the show April 17-20 at F&M Bank Arena in Clarksville Pop sensation Benson Boone is hitting the road with American Heart Tour Millersville's new police chief officially took over Monday The city is launching a new effort to support immigrants in Nashville during moments of crisis Many residents are still reeling from an ICE operation that took place in Nashville over the weekend Brentwood City Managers talks what's in store for the city TN Arson Awareness Week: Preventing arson at places of worship The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) announced a precautionary fish consumption advisory for Center Hill Reservoir in DeKalb and Putnam counties Monday Mayor Freddie O’Connell held a press conference to discuss federal law enforcement actions in South Nashville from the weekend Newsmaker on Tour: Public safety in Brentwood Thursday night at 6:30 p.m., Athens locals were permitted to do the unthinkable: talk about Bruno. Not only was the fictional seer discussed, but all ages sang about him, enjoying the rich sounds of Colombian folk styles like vallenato and bambuco through the award-winning Disney movie “Encanto: The Sing-Along Film Concert” was hosted by Ohio Performing Arts in Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium for all ages to come and enjoy the movie and its soundtrack The concert is a cross-national tour where “Encanto” lovers can sing along with their favorite songs from the movie senior tickets were $18 and children/student tickets were $15 “Encanto” is a 2021 animated film that centers around the Madrigal family an extraordinary family who lives in a Colombian village blessed every member with a gift except for the protagonist Mirabel ends up being what saves the Encanto ensuring the family can continue to serve its community The movie’s soundtrack contains eight original songs written by Lin-Manuel Miranda. It was an immediate commercial success topping the Billboard 200 chart for nine weeks the movie was projected behind a live band including popular songs such as “Surface Pressure,” “We Don’t Talk About Bruno” and “Dos Oruguitas.” Audience members were encouraged to sing along by the host of the concert Tierra has been with the show for three years and said the movie means a lot to her so I think it’s the first time I see someone that’s close to a princess I feel like I can connect with,” she said “I think it’s really cool how in the music a lot of the kids get to learn a lot about our culture.” Tierra sang a lot of the female lead songs dancing along to the lively music and keeping the crowd engaged while doing so The crowd was filled with a lot of Mirabels and Isabellas with the occasional Bruno or Camillo Some of the younger attendees could not hold in their delight for being there standing up and dancing along with the music In attendance were Megan Westervelt and her husband Josue Arteaga Westervelt said a big reason for coming to the concert was an opportunity to have a toddler-free date night and enjoy a movie the two of them love “I think the opportunity to (see) the live band was a big one for us.” and he said the movie was a nice reminder of home Banda de la Casita certainly kept the energy up with members passionately playing their instruments and adding their own touches to the hit soundtrack A variety of instruments were featured including an accordion Tierra said most of the band members are from Colombia making them excited to share their culture and music with Athens One of the most special moments was when Ronald Polo who played the bongos and maracas for most of the concert got up to perform “Dos Oruguitas.” The song tells the story of the life and death of Pedro Madrigal and Polo’s impressive vibrato matched the song’s meaning and significance perfectly The concert was wrapped up in possibly the most fitting way: a huge dance party for all The entire band took center stage as it played Mi Encanto.” The crowd was encouraged to stand up and clap along with the music thanking the performers for a memorable night Tierra said the closing number is a highlight of the show “It’s kind of like a mini party,” she said “My favorite part is just telling everybody to get up and inviting them to dance with us humming their favorite songs and lightly dancing @alyssadanccruz ac974320@ohio.edu Things you buy through our links may earn Vox Media a commission Fans applied pressure like a drip, drip, drip all season, and they finally made it happen: Olympian and TikTok darling Ilona Maher performed as Encanto’s Luisa Madrigal on Disney night on Dancing With the Stars I too grew up as a bigger female,” she said in the rehearsal package during the October 22 episode “She is big and broad but she is so beautiful She doesn’t ever try to shrink herself for the world I’m so happy I’m sharing that with people now.” Sorry for the jump scare tonight @Dancing with the Stars DWTS Password must be at least 8 characters and contain: you’ll receive occasional updates and offers from New York Stephanie Beatriz speaks at Beyond the Conversation on Thursday April 10 instilling motivation in students Beatriz talks about the influences of television on her childhood F22; Deputy Sports Editor S23; Sports Editor F23; News Editor S24; Editor-in-Chief F24 Actress Stephanie Beatriz visited Cal State Fullerton Thursday to speak to students about the importance of using one’s voice in the last Associated Students Beyond the Conversation event of the semester most known for her roles as detective Rosa Diaz in the police sitcom “Brooklyn Nine-Nine” and as the voice of Mirabel in Disney’s “Encanto” described how parts of her own identity shaped the iconic characters she played helps the audience resonate with them more “Art is such a powerful way to get ideas into people’s heads that perhaps they hadn’t thought of before,” Beatriz said “It’s an incredible way to make people feel empathetic towards people who are not like them at all.” who immigrated to the United States from Argentina when she was two said that watching television as a kid is what sparked her interest in the arts voicing Mirabel — one of Disney’s few Latina protagonists — was particularly meaningful to Beatriz since she grew up watching animated Disney movies “When you’re a kid watching Belle and Ariel and all of them ‘maybe someday I could be princess Aurora,’ but you know you kinda can’t because you don’t look right and it’s not really for you,” Beatriz said Beatriz said some characteristics of Mirabel are from her — for example Beatriz inadvertently swung her arm while recording lines in the sound booth that something she did behind the scenes made it into the mainstream “The trippiest thing is going to Disneyland and seeing the girl that is the Mirabel there because she’ll do something and I’m like ‘I know how to do that better than you,’” Beatriz joked Beatriz first realized that art was something she could pursue professionally in middle school which coincided with the rise of the internet She told students that she felt compelled and pulled to perform and really couldn’t see herself doing anything else where she was able to explore underrepresented art not necessarily what you’re constantly being told is supposed to be interesting,” Beatriz said to the Daily Titan “I explored under-represented playwrights and writers that were not at the top of the list necessarily Another example of how Beatriz brought in aspects of her own identity to the characters she plays was how she shaped tough detective Rosa Diaz on “Brooklyn Nine-Nine.” When Beatriz initially auditioned for the show the character she read for was an Irish redhead named Megan they changed some of the other roles to fit what I was doing Beatriz spoke about how she planted the seeds for Rosa being queer — like Beatriz — early on in the show When the showrunners wrote Rosa coming out into the script for an episode in the fifth season Beatriz said it wasn’t a hard episode to shoot Even though her family knew she was bisexual before the episode aired Her parents didn’t call her after the episode aired her dad saw it online and then reached out What he told Beatriz was along the lines of what Rosa’s dad told her in the show “He used lines from a television show to express to his queer daughter that he loved her because he didn’t know how to find the words himself “For him to express himself in that way was really special.” Beatriz offered simple advice for students who wish to accomplish the same goals: speak up “It doesn’t have to be as big as you think it does,” she said “It doesn’t have to be as heavy as you think it does have to be Email notifications are only sent once a day “Mom, can we go see the new movie Encanto?” I screamed to my mother 3 rooms away and little did I know that saying those words would lead me down a path of belonging It was an exhilarating drive to the theater as my father was excitedly jumping up and down in his seat It was the first time he felt a personal connection to a movie and we were not stopping him did we believe a movie about his home country would be created it’s because of the stigma that Colombia is dangerous and visited the beautiful country multiple times but it wasn’t until I saw a little girl named Mirabel on the big screen that all of these memories came rushing back to me and showed me that my culture is something special and one I should embrace My father is from Colombia and very proud of his heritage Why wouldn’t he be proud of his homeland especially when his childhood and early adulthood were spent there this proud Colombian introduced me to Colombia at a very young age This lack of full understanding made me take everything for granted I wasn’t aware of this lack of understanding so what.” It wasn’t until COVID-19 hit that I lost it all I lost the ability to go to the Colombian restaurants close by After going to the theater and watching Encanto Everything the Madrigal family did was accurate I did that” and “That sounds like my grandmother.” I sat in the car and couldn’t believe what I had just seen This wow moment made me appreciate what I had Why did a movie have such an impact on me when I had my father Why did this movie come out during a time when what I had was gone instantly Did COVID-19 take away all the physical attributes like visits and going to places but Encanto made me realize that this pandemic didn’t take away anything When I tell people I’m Colombian and they ask if my family is like the Madrigals I 100% say “Yes” and thank them for the compliment I wish I could have realized all this from my father since I see and talk to him every day but hearing and watching my culture on the big screen made me proud of my heritage I can’t thank Disney enough for releasing Encanto because watching this movie made me realize who I am today When it comes to how I would describe myself in the sense of my background and culture my answers before COVID and after would be completely different As long as you embrace it well and are proud to celebrate it to be who you are It's a magical weekend bearing gifts from movies "Frozen" and "Encanto." Disney on Ice invites families to join their favorite on-screen characters at the Vystar Veterans Memorial Arena this weekend The production "Frozen and Encanto" presents six showtimes between Friday and Sunday The show travels through the magical world of Arendelle with Olaf narrating the journey of helping Anna find her sister Elsa and then to the mountains of Colombia where Mirabel tells the story of the Madrigal family their individual gifts and journey to save their casita Donald Duck and Goofy are along for the ride too Find your inner magic in the show full of world-class skating and high-flying acrobatics More: FSCJ Artist Series bringing 'Clue,' 'Beetlejuice' 'Moulin Rouge' to Jacksonville Disney on Ice Jacksonville showtimesDisney on Ice's "Frozen and Encanto" showtimes in Jacksonville this weekend: The official Disney on Ice website says productions vary in length but average between an hour and a half to two hours long As of March 25, tickets for Disney's "Frozen and Encanto" are priced between $20 and $100 on Ticketmaster All guests ages two and older are required to have a ticket Guests 14 and older are not permitted to wear costumes Meet Elsa and Mirabel at Disney on Ice's preshow character experienceGet amped up for the show with Elsa from "Frozen" and Mirabel from "Encanto!" Disney lovers can celebrate alongside the beloved characters in the “Family Fun with Elsa and Mirabel” character experience before the show Character experience tickets are sold separately. Is Vystar Veterans Memorial Arena cashless?All concessions and merchandise stands at the arena are cashless "All bags brought into VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena entry points will be subject to search and must be 12” x 6” x 12” or smaller. Medical device carriers in excesses of the maximum bag size are permitted but will be subject to search," the arena's official website states Book parking near VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena now. CLARKSVILLE, TN (CLARKSVILLE NOW) – Disney On Ice has planned its next show for F&M Bank Arena and it’s a double-header featuring Frozen and Encanto.adButlerLazyLoad("1792362163885791625",100,["433948","433948","433948"],"177031"); join the race to find Elsa and stop the eternal winter celebrate the love of family in this new show Tickets go on sale Jan. 14 at 10 a.m. at the F&M Bank Arena website. To get the presale code that goes out Thursday, Jan. 9, subscribe to the F&M Bank Arena newsletter.adButlerLazyLoad("1353946749019013426",100,["433948","433948","433948"],"177031"); The first Disney On Ice event at the arena was the “Find Your Hero” show in September 2023 DON’T MISS AN EVENT: For more events like this, check out the Winter Fun Guide or the Clarksville Events calendar Reach him by email at csmith@clarksvillenow.com or call 931-648-7720 The City of Clarksville posted the proposed 2026 fiscal year budget on its website Friday It includes a letter from Mayor Joe Pitts in which he highlighted a proposed property tax increase of 15 cents Tennessee Environmental Council (TEC) is excited to host their second Recycling Roundup in Montgomery County We’ve got a loaded week full of postseason action here in Clarksville Let’s take a look at all of the action by sport here in the area Some new summer markets have popped up in Clarksville and Montgomery County Here’s a list of where you can find local markets for locally sourced vegetables Visitors don’t just pass through Clarksville – they help pay our bills taxes from tourism spending put an extra $14.7 million into Clarksville’s public purse This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply. 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I’m not sure how they manage it, but the air is a little balmier up here, and something about this hideaway spot in town feels exceptionally serene. All listings featured on Condé Nast Traveler are independently selected by our editors. If you book something through our links, we may earn an affiliate commission. up-to-the-minute voice in all things travel Condé Nast Traveler is the global citizen’s bible and muse We understand that time is the greatest luxury which is why Condé Nast Traveler mines its network of experts and influencers so that you never waste a meal or a hotel stay wherever you are in the world by | Nov 7, 2024 | Walt Disney World Two new Encanto- and Coco-themed shows are coming to Disney California Adventure for the holiday season at Disneyland Resort The holidays at Disneyland Resort begin November 15 The season brings the Festival of Holidays there will be two new shows you can enjoy at Disney California Adventure for the holiday season Two new Encanto shows will be available at Disney California Adventure for teh holiday season including a nighttime show and a Fiesta de Navidad celebration You’ll be able to see both shows from Monday through Friday of each week throughout the holidays Mirabel and her friends will bring everyone together for their own Fiesta de Navidad celebration The show will take place Mondays through Fridays outside the entrance to Paradise Gardens Park with a musical presentation where guests can sing along to songs from Encanto On Monday through Friday evenings on Buena Vista Street you can also enjoy A Musical Christmas with Mariachi Alegría de Disneyland & Miguel The nighttime show will feature “heartfelt stories and timeless songs in an enchanting celebration of the holidays.” Mariachi Alegría de Disneyland will deliver a bilingual performance of Christmas songs The celebration will close with an appearance by Miguel from Coco for a rendition of “Silent Night.” Experience the beauty and wonder of Disney Parks delivered straight to your door with every issue of WDW Magazine enjoy exclusive member-only perks that make your membership even more magical: Enjoy complimentary access to the Rope Drop Guide app and more; unlock special deals and discounts through our Membership Center Perks; and connect with fellow Disney enthusiasts in our exclusive Facebook Members Group to share tips and excitement—all as part of the ultimate Disney Parks fan community WDW MAGAZINE AND ITS AFFILIATES ARE NOT ASSOCIATED WITH THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY IN ANY WAY – WE’RE JUST BIG FANS El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel a serene hideaway overlooking the Pacific Ocean in the foothills of the Santa Ynez Mountains announced today the appointment of Pedro Dias as general manager Dias will oversee all aspects of hotel operations in his new role from managing day-to-day staffing to maintaining the hotel's exemplary service standards and guest satisfaction levels Dias joins El Encanto with over twenty-five years of luxury hospitality experience he co-founded the boutique consulting firm FORTY-ONE NORTH where he advised hospitality partners on best practices surrounding business strategy operational optimization and sustainability Dias has worked with prestigious brands like Leading Hotels of the World He holds a Bachelor of Science in hotel management from The Porto School of Hospitality and Tourism in Portugal NOTICE: Due to the forecasted track of Hurricane Milton the October 11 Screen on the Green event has been cancelled Today marks the first day that the Chester and Hester’s Dino-Rama section of DinoLand is closed permanently at Disney’s Animal Kingdom in Walt Disney World Disney announced the timing of this closure last Fall as part of a larger phased closure of the entire DinoLand The area is being replaced by a new Tropical America’s themed land featuring attractions based on Encanto and Indiana Jones UPDATE: See the video below for an updated look around the area Photo of recently added planters in front of Dino-Rama area, Photos by sjlemme and Chester & Hester’s Dinosaur Treasures gift shop are now closed and blocked from guest access by work walls and portable planters The walkway leading from DinoLand to the Finding Nemo theater show remains open now lined with work walls that block access to the Dino-Rama area Work has not yet begun to clear the Dino-Rama area but trucks can be seen parked behind the newly-added barriers Materials to add additional work walls can be found staged in multiple places likely to replace many of the rolling planters in place now temporarily The rest of the DinoLand area remains open Disney says that the Dinosaur ride will remain open throughout all of 2025 so we are not expecting it to close until January 2026 at the earliest an area set aside for character meet and greets has been left accessible for guests near the Dinosaur Treasures gift shop so Donald and friends can continue greeting in this area which was themed as a colorful roadside attraction will be completely demolished and become home to a brand new indoor ride based on the Walt Disney Animation film Official concept art for “Encanto” Attraction the Dinosaur ride will be reimagined into a new ride themed to Indiana Jones Art for new “Indiana Jones Attraction” The rest of the DinoLand area will be transformed into a new Tropical Americas land inspired by the biodiverse areas of the northern part of South America Official concept art for Tropical Americas In addition to the Encanto and Indiana Jones rides a carousel will also be added to this new land to be built roughly where The Boneyard play area is located now Official concept art for the Esperanza Carousel Tropical Americas area will be 11 acres in size Disney has given the fictional town where the land takes place the name of “Pueblo Esperanza,” which they call a lush and sprawling town Official concept art for “Esperanza – Open-Air Market” Restaurantosaurus will be transformed into a large hacienda which Disney says will be one of the largest quick service restaurants at Walt Disney World Concept art refers to this dining location as the “Esperanza Market.” The completed Tropical Americas land is expected to open in 2027. See our previous coverage for more information on the planned attractions for this new area, and see our vlog saying goodbye to the Dino-Rama area before it closed Stay tuned for continuing coverage of this large project for Disney’s Animal Kingdom Subscribe to the news feed or enter your email address below to never miss an update. Official Art: Disney | Original Photos: sjlemme Email Address Subscribe Consider supporting us on Patreon for as little as $1/month. All patrons receive behind the scenes posts and exclusive podcasts. Learn More Author: Alicia Stella My children will cry when the Boneyard closes This is every Florida kid’s favorite playground Closing TSI and the Boneyard in the same year is a huge blow to Florida passholder families Honestly… these safe expansive free play areas are a big part of why I renew every year Virtual Line Tips for Harry Potter and the... Epic Universe Grand Opening Permit Shows Drones, Pyro,... 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ParkTalk Episode 8: Epic Universe Spoiler Review © Theme Park Stop LLC | Original content may be cited with attribution | Not affiliated with NBC Universal/Comcast or The Walt Disney Company Disney On Ice invites families to step inside the magical adventures of Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Frozen BAFTA and Golden Globe Award winner for Best Animated Feature This adventure on ice transports fans into two of the most popular Disney films as audiences can sing along to their favorite songs while embracing world-class ice skating aerial acrobatics and more when the show comes to Tampa playing at AMALIE Arena Narrating the captivating story of Frozen is Olaf the lovable snowman who likes warm hugs and all things summer Astounding ice-skating transports families to Arendelle to be a part of Anna’s adventure to find Elsa whose icy powers unleashed an eternal winter Kristoff and Sven take fans along as they encounter wintry conditions in a race to bring back summer audiences will journey to a vibrant town in the mountains of Colombia where they will meet the Madrigals an extraordinary family who live in a magical casita in a wondrous Mirabel tells the tale of her amazing family and her journey to save the casita whose perfection radiates with her ability to make plants grow and flowers bloom with every step with the gift of super strength that she uses to help her village move buildings and reroute rivers who can control the weather with her emotions; her husband with her gift of enhanced hearing; and Bruno the mysterious and misunderstood Madrigal family member whose visions foretell the future audiences will learn that everyone has their own gifts and being true to yourself and loving those around you is what makes you special ‘Family Fun with Elsa and Mirabel’ Character Experience Glide and dance your way into the worlds of Frozen and Encanto with music and dancing alongside Elsa and Mirabel Enhance your Disney On Ice show ticket with a preshow Character Experience that includes games Bring your personal device for photo opportunities Note: Each guest (ages 2 and up) must have both a Character Experience ticket and a Disney On Ice show ticket to attend; children must be accompanied by an adult The Disney On Ice performances will be on Friday, March 21, at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m.; Saturday, March 22 at 11 a.m., 3 p.m. and 7 p.m.; and Sunday, March 23, at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. Tickets can be purchased online at www.ticketmaster.com or in person at the venue box office AMALIE Arena is located at 401 Channelside Dr. in Tampa. 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