First Recruits in Avengers Campus

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FEATURE FIRST RECRUITS IN AVENGERS CAMPUS

HARALD HERRMANN, CEO OF SECOND HARVEST FOOD BANK OF ORANGE COUNTY (CENTER) WITH HIS TEAM MEMBERS AT AVENGERS CAMPUS. Cast and Community Members are First to Experience the All-New Land Before Opening to Guests June 4

ast members and invited to team up alongside the Avengers for a items like food, fresh produce, diapers, said Harald Herrmann, CEO of Second guests from the local com- special preview opportunity. baby wipes and other support to those Harvest Food Bank of Orange County. munity were the first recruits “We really appreciate the fact that in need. “For what our team was able to accom- to experience Avengers Disneyland Resort is acknowledging all “To be able to come here as guests plish for the community, along with the Campus prior to its opening the work we’ve done for the community,” of the park to celebrate and acknowl- support of the Disneyland Resort, has Cto the public June 4. said Rita Garcia, family support special- edge our team for their efforts and work made all the difference. This moment is a Slinging webs alongside Spider-Man, ist at Community Action Partnership of through COVID-19 is really special,” culmination of that.” tasting epic eats like shawarma (a must- Orange County. “I’m a huge Avengers try according to the Avengers!), training fan so it means a lot to me to be here.” with favorite heroes and gearing up with Invited guests from the two commu- the latest WEB tech and apparel were nity organizations were also able to enjoy just a few of the adventures cast mem- a heroic day in the new land on June 3. bers experienced when they brought “I am inspired by how our community their friends and families to Disney came together to support one another California Adventure park in the week through the pandemic, especially those prior to the Avengers Campus opening who helped feed people in need,” said to guests. Ken Potrock, Disneyland Resort Presi- “We have been working on this land dent. “With the opening of Avengers for so long and to finally be able to open Campus filled with Super Heroes, it’s it — especially to our cast — is just so only fitting that we shared this moment special,” said Patrick Finnegan, vice with the folks from Second Harvest Food president of Disney California Adventure Bank of Orange County and Community park. “This land has come alive.” Action Partnership of Orange County, To show appreciation for local heroes, whose heroic actions helped our com- the Disneyland Resort also invited staff munity when we needed it the most.” members from Second Harvest Food These partners were instrumental in Bank of Orange County and Community supporting our community throughout Action Partnership of Orange County the pandemic and helped get essential CAST MEMBERS EXPERIENCING AVENGERS CAMPUS PRIOR TO ITS OPENING ON JUNE 4.

SUPER Cast Members Share Their Reactions to Avengers Campus Opening at Disney California Adventure Park

It’s so nice to be back “as one big team, just to make people feel like I’m the most excited to they’ve escaped their be here opening Avengers troubles outside and have “ Campus. To be part of come into something this is a once-in-a-lifetime they’ve only ever dreamed opportunity. of. It’s super emotional but a beautiful experience. I’m - Howard Varner,” Custodial so excited! - Ian Hartdige,” Entertainment

COMMUNITY Former ‘CHOC Kid,’ Imagineer Helps Bring Smiles to Patients at Children’s Hospitals

By Lisa Greathouse group, Imagineers work with hospitals to enhance the hospital environment by Katie Barnes, a senior set decorator at introducing visually stunning murals (as Walt Disney Imagineering, jumped at long as 54 feet at CHOC) of favorite char- the chance to work on art direction and acters that brighten corridors and come installation of interactive Disney artwork to life when viewed through the Disney designed to ease the stress for children Team of Heroes app. Other elements and families at children’s hospitals include magic windows, magic art, and around the country. play spaces that draw the patients into When she found out her first project the enchanting world of Disney story- would be at CHOC (Children’s Hospital telling; Disney-themed Starlight Gowns of Orange County) — the hospital where and care packages inspired by favorite she spent much of her own childhood — characters; complimentary access to she knew it was meant to be. movie and TV content through the Dis- “The first time I walked in, the memo- ney Movie Moments program, Disney+, ries came flooding back,” said Katie, who and DisneyNOW apps; and children’s was diagnosed with a rare kidney disease hospital-centered Disney Institute train- and spent about seven years in and ing and themed staff badges to enhance out of CHOC for testing and treatment, the engagement between the patients beginning when she was just 18 months and care givers. old. “The idea that I would have the op- Disney’s commitment to children’s portunity to be part of bringing smiles hospitals, and CHOC, in particular, dates KATIE WITH ONE OF THE ARTWORK MURALS CREATED FOR CHOC. and positivity to not just the children back to 1960 when Walt Disney joined a here who are going through such a diffi- committee to help open the hospital. The hospital’s lobby, providing moments of ate and so gratifying.” In fact, Katie’s con- cult time, but also to the families and the Disneyland Resort continues to sponsor joy for CHOC patients and families. nection to the project goes even deeper; staff, well, it’s just really special.” the hospital’s major annual fundraiser, While Katie has warm memories of the program is also at Children’s Hospital The project is part of the Company’s CHOC Walk in the Park, which has being a patient at CHOC — she still has Los Angeles, where Katie says her 6-year- $100 million philanthropic initiative to raised millions for healthcare programs, her stuffed Choco bear — she doesn’t old daughter goes for treatment of the reimagine the patient journey in chil- education and research for children need to imagine how much brighter her same kidney disease Katie has. dren’s hospitals. Teams from every line of in Southern California. The resort has days would have been if she’d been able “I get to experience this as a designer, business across The Walt Disney Compa- contributed to major construction and to see favorite Disney characters during as an Imagineer and through the memo- ny, including Walt Disney Imagineering, additions to the hospital over the years, her stays. “During installation, kids and ry of what I went through,” she said. “But came together to deliver solutions that often brings Mickey Mouse and other staff would stop and say, ‘Whoa — there’s to get to experience it from the eyes of a are simple for hospitals to implement, characters to the hospital to visit pa- the Incredibles! Whoa — that’s Star parent and see my daughter’s enthusi- sustain and scale. In collaboration with tients, and together with Pixar, created Wars!’ The emotion these characters trig- asm and smiles, well, it makes the magic Disney’s Enterprise Social Responsibility the interactive “Turtle Talk” show in the ger and the change in attitude is immedi- of what we do that much stronger.”

5. As the Disneyland Resort by each individual address within service were recently celebrated DID YOU reopened after more than a year of the campus and were created to be in a special ceremony at Sleeping closure, cast members received new cool and comfortable, while helping Beauty Castle. KNOW? nametags imprinted with the words to ground guests in the immersive TRUE “Welcome Back.” storytelling of the land. Honoree Larry Snow marked 56 years FALSE TRUE with Disneyland Custodial in May. He is 1. The Disneyland Resort continues Below cast members’ names, the new one of the longest-serving cast members its phased reopening with the nametags read “Bringing Back the 10. Disneyland Resort cast members at the resort and was actually hired by Disneyland Hotel reopening July 2. Magic” to commemorate the historic who marked 50 and 55 years of Walt Disney at a group interview in 1965. TRUE. moment in time and celebrate their In addition to the now open Disney’s important role in creating magic. 1 Grand Californian Hotel & Spa and Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel, reopening 6. At Avengers Campus, guests have June 15, this will mark all three hotels of the chance to witness Spider-Man the Disneyland Resort reopening. swinging into action high above with gravity-defying, acrobatic feats never 2. At Avengers Campus, Black seen before in a Disney park. Panther and the Dora Milaje appear TRUE for the first time at the Disneyland Resort. 7. Cast members working in FALSE Avengers Campus are referred to as Black Panther and the Dora Milaje have “Campus Representatives.” made appearances at the Disneyland FALSE Resort before, but Ant-Man and The Cast members are called “Campus Wasp, along with Taskmaster, appear for Personnel,” taking on unique roles the first time. at each address within the campus, inspired by different Avengers. 3. The “King Chad” mural, created 3 by concept artist and former 8. DisneylandForward shares plans Disney Imagineer Nikkolas Smith, to expand the Disneyland Resort. recently found its permanent home FALSE at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles The Disneyland Resort recently filed an (CHLA). application with the city of Anaheim to TRUE begin the process of updating existing This heartwarming and beautiful piece approvals to start to lay the groundwork honoring the life and legacy of Black for future development and expansion Panther hero Chadwick Boseman was in the decades to follow. While the generously donated by Nikkolas and application shared no specific plans, will now bring joy and inspiration to the the possibilities for the future are nearly patients of CHLA. endless. Possible immersive experiences to come could include a theme park, 4. The “Campus” in Avengers hotel, retail, dining and entertainment. Campus stands for Centralized Learn more at DisneylandForward.com. Assembly Mobilized to Prepare, Unite, and Safeguard. 9. The costumes Avengers Campus TRUE cast members wear are inspired

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SUPER Cast Members Share Their Reactions to Avengers Campus Opening at Disney California Adventure Park

I’m really excited to see what the team has to offer. “There is so much potential to what we can do with our guests here, and with our cast members! - Elaine Macedo, Attractions ”

I’ve always been a fan of To be able to open a land and to have been chosen, Super Heroes, so being able to work not just to do something that’s historic but something “ “ beside them is a dream come true. that I’m passionate about, is absolutely incredible. - Nelson Medina-Castro, ” - Carolyn Poddig, Food & Beverage ” Food & Beverage

ENVIRONMENTAL THE JOURNEY TO ZERO WASTE Disneyland Resort Introduces Food Waste Bins for Guests to Help Reduce Amount of Waste Sent to Landfill

Disneyland Resort has been recovering of food sent to landfill is an important environmentally sustainable way,” said waste bin beside the traditional landfill food scraps since 2014, mostly through- strategy on the zero waste journey and Lotus Thai, environmental integration and recycling bins. Starting as a pilot out food and beverage locations. This helps reduce greenhouse gas emis- manager. “We have a responsibility to at Galactic Grill in Tomorrowland at leftover food, unfit for human consump- sions. When disposed in landfills, food do and be better for our cast members, Disneyland park, the environmental tion, is sent to a third-party vendor to be releases methane, a potent greenhouse our guests, our community and future team is testing how to capture this or- converted into feed nutrients for farm gas. In essence, keeping food out of generations.” ganic material separately for alternative animals. landfills and redirecting it towards a On the journey to zero waste, Disney- disposal. Reducing waste has been an ongo- useful product benefits the environment land Resort is evaluating how to reduce To help this effort, guests are being focus for the Disneyland Resort and and helps fight climate change. post-consumer food waste (uneaten ing asked to dispose leftover food into especially now with the recently an- “It’s our responsibility to create food disposed by guests) from ending the food waste bins and pour out any nounced goal of achieving zero waste to immersive experiences and happi- up in the landfill. On your next visit to remaining liquids in the funnels inside landfill by 2030. Reducing the amount ness for our guests, but to do so in an Disneyland, you may spot a new food the mixed recycling bins. The goal is to get clean plastics, paper and cans into the recycling bins and non-recyclables and heavily soiled items into the trash bins. Of course, the best way to reduce food waste is to eat it all! Here are some tips for reducing waste during your next visit to the Disneyland Resort: n Properly sort your waste while enjoying the Disneyland Resort. This includes properly disposing recyclables, trash and now food waste. Recycle plastic, cans, paper and glass. Pour any leftover liquids and ice in the funnel-equipped recycling cans stationed at restaurants. n Bring your own reusable utensils and straws. n Use the Disneyland app to save time while being more sustainable. Mobile ordering food and beverage allows you to receive a digital receipts, rather than a paper one. You can also use the app to view maps of the resort instead of using a paper version.

RECIPE CORNER

INGREDIENTS

• 3 oz. orange juice • 3 oz. pineapple juice • 1 oz. lime juice • ½ oz. hibiscus grenadine • 1 oz. cream of coconut • 1 oz. ginger ale

Cliff Dweller Non-Alcoholic Beverage From Oga’s Cantina in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland Resort

Travelers to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland park will soon get to sip on unique DIRECTIONS (Serves 1): drinks and jam with DJ R3-X at Oga’s Cantina when it reopens on June 17 (bookings open June 14). 1. Combine orange juice, pineapple juice, lime juice, grenadine and cream Oga’s Cantina is the heartbeat of Black Spire Outpost. It’s a place where guests can of coconut in Boston cocktail shaker with ice. share their tales from around the galaxy while enjoying exotic beverages served in 2. Shake well and pour over fresh ice in a tall glass. Top with ginger ale. unique vessels. One of these beverages comes in perhaps the cutest vessel of all — the Cliff Dweller. This adorable drink features citrus juices, coconut, hibiscus-grenadine and Note: This recipe has been converted from a larger quantity in the restau- ginger ale — and it’s served in a souvenir porg mug. While you have to visit Oga’s Cantina rant kitchens. The flavor profile may vary from the restaurant’s version. As to get your hands on this special mug, enjoy the recipe to make this fan-favorite non- a reminder while preparing this recipe, please supervise children who are alcholic drink from home! helping or nearby. 4 Disneyland.com SPONSORED CONTENT Sunday, June 13, 2021

SEE IF YOU CAN SPOT THE FIVE DIFFERENCES IN THESE TWO PICTURES Cast members who belong to Disney PRIDE, a Business Employee Resource Group (BERG), were the first to snap a

photo in front of Hulu’s “Love, Victor” photo opportunity at Downtown Disney District, available now through July 5.

5. Replaced the Disney and Pixar “Onward” poster with WandaVision in the background. the in WandaVision with poster “Onward” Pixar and Disney the Replaced

4. 3. backdrop. photo the behind stage the from fixture light Removed backdrop. photo Victor” “Love, the on backwards is “Less”

2. 1. Removed logo on Mickey Mouse ear hat of the person in front left. front in person the of hat ear Mouse Mickey on logo Removed

ANSWERS: flag. the holding person the on sweatshirt of color Changed

EDITORIAL Reflecting with PRIDE June is Pride Month and like many supportive family and friends by my friends that became a second family, By James Heath, members of the LGBTQ+ community, side, I was missing something truly and even my soulmate. Senior Duty Manager I find myself reflecting on the expe- critical at this time in my life: Other A welcoming and embracing driving riences that have helped shape the people like me. I was lost, desperate to force focused on fostering an environ- person I am today. For me, becoming connect with someone who understood ment where LGBTQ+ cast members feel a Disneyland Resort cast member was what I was feeling. That all changed encouraged to be their authentic selves a watershed moment in my journey to when I arrived at Disneyland. is Disney PRIDE, one of our Business living my true, authentic story. Here at the Disneyland Resort, I Employee Resource Groups. As a co- In the winter of 2000 at the age of 17, found myself working alongside other lead of cast engagement, I aim to help I came to the Disneyland Casting Cen- LGBTQ+ cast members. I found people other cast members find their second ter to apply for a job. An avid Disney with whom I could share stories, family, and second home, just as I have. enthusiast, I was looking to fulfill a life- compare experiences and talk through Sometimes I wonder who I would be long dream of becoming a cast mem- challenges. What instantly struck me today had I not had this safe place to ber. After a few interviews and what felt was the normalization of being “differ- grow into my own skin. I was fortunate like an eternity waiting for an outcome, ent” at Disneyland. Being gay was no to have allies who courageously pushed I was officially offered a job as a Food & different to my coworkers and leaders against outdated ideas to give me a safe Beverage Host. What I didn’t know then than any of the other countless quali- place to thrive. Now, 21 years later, I was that Disneyland had just given me ties that make each of us unique. With find myself in the role of leader, mentor, something far more important than a that feeling of normalization came the ally and advocate. It’s my turn to give job … It gave me a place to belong. much-needed feelings of safety and back and help to further our culture Just two years prior, I had made the belonging. At Disneyland, I was an ac- of inclusivity. Somewhere out there, a courageous decision to come out as cepted member of a community, safe to young, future cast member is looking gay. At 15 years old, I found myself to be my authentic self and free to pursue for a place where they can belong. I’m be the only openly gay student in my any dream my mind could conjure up. committed to ensuring they find it here school. While I was fortunate to have I found leaders who became mentors, at The Happiest Place on Earth. Sunday, June 13, 2021 SPONSORED CONTENT Disneyland.com 5

TIPS FROM DISNEY EXPERT COVID-19 Have a Safe and CAST MEMBERS ACCESS CONVENIENT OPTIONS TO GET VACCINATED AT Healthy Summer DISNEYLAND RESORT Cast members have convenient ways to appreciate the Disneyland Resort for Get active! In these warmer months, get vaccinated for COVID-19 on Disney- coordinating this effort to provide op- By Marylou Sanchez, it’s the perfect time to get outside land Resort property. In partnership with portunities for cast members and their Health Services Medical Assistant 3 more often! If you can’t go to a gym, walk OC Health Care Agency, the Disneyland families to get the COVID-19 vaccine,” outside for exercise, walk or bike instead Hotel POD (point of distribution) site said Chris Duarte, president of Workers In my role as a medical assistant, I of driving or park farther away when is open for cast members — active or United Local 50. “This effort is important help take care of our cast members. you drive to your destination. Every step furloughed — and their family members in helping to ensure the health and well- Our biggest priority — especially over counts. to get the COVID-19 vaccine. being of cast members as they return to the past year during the pandemic — This effort was in partnership with work or prepare to return.” is helping our cast members stay safe Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate. Drink all of the labor unions representing Cast members share why they chose and healthy. As summer nears and 4lots of water, especially in the sum- Disneyland Resort cast members. “We to get the vaccine: more of us become vaccinated against mer, and eat well. Eat your three meals a COVID-19, it’s important that we don’t day. Fruits and veggies also carry water to let our guard down. Here are some tips help keep you hydrated! for staying well and staying safe. I’m getting Protect yourself. If going outdoors, be vaccinated“ because Keep washing those hands! Wash 5sure to protect your skin by wearing I care about my family 1your hands often, using soap and sunscreen or using bug repellent. water for at least 20 seconds. and friends and Last but certainly not least: Be kind. myself. Because it Stay safe. Be sure to follow the 6We are all going through a lot right seems like the loving 2latest guidance from health agen- now. A little bit of kindness goes a long cies, including the Centers for Disease way, so please remember to be kind to and responsible Control and Prevention (CDC). each other. thing to do.” - Cathy Woodfin, Project Manager, Food & Beverage

I got vaccinated “for my family. - Ryan Waldo, Food & Beverage” Cashier, Disneyland Park

I’m so happy “ because now I’m safe for myself and my cast members. - Mary Ledesma, Cook, Lamplight” Lounge

I got vaccinated “because I wanted to make sure those around me were safe, especially my loved ones.” - Victor Martinez, Busser, Disney California Adventure Park

COMMUNITY HOPE: Local Businesses Begin to Rebound Since Reopening of Disneyland Resort

Last year, during the prolonged closure of the first employees Patel was able of Disneyland Resort, many local small to bring back has worked at Castle Inn businesses that relied on tourism driv- for 27 years. “They’re employees, but en to the resort area of Anaheim had they’re family. We’re all in this together,” shared their stories. Empty streets and he said as he recounted how emotional stores and the harsh reality of downsiz- it was to be able to bring some of his staff ing their teams and losing employees back after a year. had even forced some to consider clos- “I tell guests ‘It’s nice to see your ing for good. smiling faces.’ Even though they’re wear- As the Disneyland Resort prepared ing masks, you can still tell.” for reopening in April, many local busi- That sense of hope and happiness has nesses that had been struggling over the been felt by other local business along past year felt hopeful for the first time in Harbor Boulevard and beyond, includ- a long time. ing Pizza Press, where founder and CEO “One word … hope,” said Bharat Dara Maleki estimates his business has Patel, president of Castle Inn & Suites on recovered approximately 75%. Harbor Boulevard, just across from the “Our employees are excited to be Disneyland Resort entrance. “Things are back,” Maleki said, reflecting upon the getting better.” now full parking lots and families visit- Patel’s family built the property from ing his restaurant. “Things are getting scratch and has run it since 1974. Dur- back to normal.” ing the pandemic, he was forced to let With tourism returning to the re- that he is feeling a strong sense of growth week after week. Every indica- 85% of his employees go, what he says sort area and families spending time optimism. “There’s a lot of hope and tor we’re looking at is pointing us was the hardest moment of his life. One out and about again, Maleki shared a lot of positive vibes. We’ve seen toward good things.”