Had the pleasure of going last week as I try to burn some vacation days.  Got to see Whoopi Goldberg as the narrator.  If you've never been, check out this video of the entire presentation, and the list of guest narrators still to come.

•12/02 - 12/04: Andy Garcia
•12/05 - 12/07: Blair Underwood
•12/08 - 12/10: James Denton
•12/11 - 12/13: Jodi Benson
•12/14 - 12/16: Lea Salonga
•12/17 - 12/19: Alfre Woodard
•12/20 - 12/22: Trace Adkins
•12/23 - 12/25: Gary Sinise
•12/26 - 12/28: Amy Grant
•12/29 - 12/30: Marlee Matlin (interpreter: Jack Jason)
NOTE: The schedule of performers is subject to change without notice

The Christmas tree is up in the station lobby!  It not only sounds like Christmas, but looks like it too!

Ever since I realized that my allergies were going crazy with real trees, we switched to artificial.  For years I thought I just "happened" to get sick around the hoiidays...turns out it was the pollen, etc. associated with the tree!!  Glad I figured THAT out!  So take our poll and let us know what kind of tree you prefer...

All this week (and for one more day) at 4:40 we've been giving you a chance to win tickets to this show, which goes on sale tomorrow (Friday) at 10am.  Thought I would pass along some info in case you are interested.

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------

WHO:         AMERICA’S GOT TALENT LIVE™ – ALL STARS TOUR
Hosted by Jerry Springer
 
WHEN:      Friday, March 22, 2013 | 7:30 p.m.

WHERE:    Bob Carr Performing Arts Centre | Orlando, Florida

ON SALE: Friday, November 30, 2012 | 10 a.m.
ORLANDO, FLORIDA [November 29, 2012] - Jerry Springer will host America's Got Talent Live™ - All Stars Tour, set to launch this winter.  "America's Got Talent Live™" is hitting the road to give fans a chance to see the hottest performers and favorite acts from the blockbuster reality series.  Hosted by legendary TV personality Jerry Springer, the America's Got Talent Live™ - All Stars Tour kicks off on February 11, 2013 and performs at Orlando's Bob Carr Performing Arts Centre on Friday, March 22, 2013.  Tickets go on sale Friday, November 30, 2012 at 10 a.m.
The America's Got Talent Live™ - All Star Tour promises to bring the incredible range of unique talent to the stage that has made the television show a huge hit for the past seven seasons. Building on the momentum from the wildly popular “America’s Got Talent Live™” Las Vegas show, this upcoming U.S. tour will give fans an opportunity to fully experience the similar energy and excitement as seen on television.
“We've never had a show like this; the best acts of the last two seasons, including the winners.  You’ll see them all - dogs, kids, singers, magicians...unbelievable talent and entertainment.  It’s truly a show for the entire family. I'm thrilled to be a part of it," stated Jerry Springer.
"Being a part of ‘America's Got Talent’ has been a true blessing and we are so excited to tour the country with this show and thank everyone who voted for us! This lineup of incredible acts will create a phenomenal show that we're proud to be a part of," said America’s Got Talent Season 7 winner, The Olate Dogs.
Among the performers:
•  The Olate Dogs – This year’s winner and America’s favorite dogs amaze fans with impressive pet tricks.
•  Landau Eugene Murphy – Season 6 winner whose vocal prowess earned him a number one spot on the Billboard jazz charts last December.
•  Eric Dittelman – Season 7 semi-finalist who combines humor and surprise with his unique mind reading skills.
•  Spencer Horsman – The world’s youngest escape artist who blends nerves of steel with daring intrigue.
 
TICKETS:  $27.50, $37.50, $47.50, $57.50 & $93 – All seats reserved.  Tickets are available through OrlandoVenues.net, Amway Center box office, Ticketmaster retail locations, charge-by-phone at 800.745.3000 and at Ticketmaster.com.  All dates, acts and ticket prices are subject to change without notice.  All tickets are subject to applicable taxes, service, handling and facility fee charges.  For box office and ticket information call 407.440.7900.

A sure sign that the Christmas season is upon us!  As I walked by these empty boxes in the station hallway yesterday, the first thought that came to mind was "wow! Those would make cool forts to play in"....LOL.  Then a little voice came on and said "but Ken, you are an adult now and...etc.".  

Normally, when I would walk by something like that, I wouldn't give it a second glance...but there is something about the season that focuses our thoughts back to a simpler time, back to our childhood when our needs were met by our parents.  After homework and a few chores, our time was our own-to explore, to be creative and have fun. 

These are modes of thinking that would serve us well later in life, in brainstorming sessions or playing with our kids...but they often get overlooked because society tells us to act "adult-like".  I say, to heck with that!  Let's keep that innocent mode of thinking turned on. 

So, how many "boxes" (i.e., opportunities) have you passed by lately because you were too busy being grown up?

 This is Cyber Monday, the Monday after Black Friday, when most retailers offer special deals for online shoppers.  In fact, Cyber Monday deals outpaced Black Friday sales in 2011.  So I gathered some sights you might find helpful in your search for a bargain. 

Also...we have our own Cyber Monday deal here at Magic.  Click here to see today's O'deal: For Only $45 Get a Full Day Deep Sea Fishing Trip at Port Canaveral ($100 Value)!

Now on to the Cyber Monday websites:

ShopRunner.com: Member site that offers special deals from retailers including FAO Schwarz, Lord & Taylor, Toys"R"Us, Sports Authority, American Eagle, PetSmart and Newegg.com.

Retailmenot.com: collaborative coupon and deal hunting.

BFads.net: Black Friday deals also lists Cyber Monday promotions.

CyberMonday.com: This is one of the main sites with more then 700 retailers.  From Apple to Home Depot, you fill find most of them here.

CyberMonday2012.com: This is another biggie and a great go-to site for every Cyber Monday deal under the sun.

Pricegrabber.com and Shopstyle.com: Use these to make sure you are getting the best prices. 

Facebook: Many retailers post special Cyber Monday spcials on their Facebook page.

Shefinds.com and Momfinds.com: Shopaholic editors curate sales for readers and list the best deals to be had on Cyber Monday.

CyberMondayDeals.com: This site keeps a current feed of all the sale ads from major retailers available for Cyber Monday.

Click here to find out how!