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Sea World visitors react to tragedy
FOX 5 San Diego StaffSan Diego Sea World visitors are shocked over the tragedy at the Orlando Park. Most park goers didn't know what had happened, until they left the park and saw it on the news. "I feel sorry for the trainer, they must have been so passionate about it, to...Tags: Fox Broadcasting Company, San Diego (San Diego, California), Family, Amusement and Theme Parks, SeaWorld
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David W. Kenney dies at 77; SeaWorld's first veterinarian
David W. Kenney, SeaWorld's first veterinarian, who played a key role in bringing the original Shamu to the San Diego amusement park as well as a gray whale believed to be the first raised by humans, died Feb. 14 in Montrose, Colo. He was 77.
The cause...Tags: Science, Science and Technology, Livestock Farming, Amusement and Theme Parks, Entertainment
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Judge to rule on Shamu slave suit
SAN DIEGO -- A judge took under submission Monday a federal lawsuit alleging five performing killer whales at SeaWorld parks in San Diego and Florida are being held as slaves in violation of the 13th Amendment.
PETA, the People for the Ethical...Tags: Laws, Lawyers, Slavery, Litigation, Crime, Law and Justice
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Judge tosses Shamu slave lawsuit
SAN DIEGO - A lawsuit seeking constitutional protection for performing orcas that an animal rights group considered enslaved at SeaWorld was dismissed Wednesday by a federal judge. U.S. District Judge Jeffrey Miller's decision came two days after...Tags: Justice System, Judges, Trials, Crime, Law and Justice, Amusement and Theme Parks
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SeaWorld Orlando: Additional show for Doodlebops, Choo Choo Soul
Sentinel Staff WriterSeaWorld Orlando has added a third showing of its Just for Kids festival entertainment this Saturday and next Saturday. The children's entertainers now will perform at 11 a.m.., 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. This Saturday's guest is the Doodlebops, and Choo Choo...Tags: Arts and Culture, Amusement and Theme Parks, Entertainment, SeaWorld
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This week: Chocolate, Choo Choo Soul, Iceploration
Sentinel Staff WriterDid someone say chocolate? Here's a quick look at what's happening this week at Central Florida theme parks and attractions: + There are two servings of chocolate programs this Saturday at the Orange County Regional History Center. Food writer and...Tags: Orange County Regional History Center, Roberto Clemente Jr., Tony Orlando, Arts and Culture, Amusement and Theme Parks
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This week at attractions: Roberto Clemente exhibit, Aquatica's Polar Plunge, Max & Ruby
Sentinel Staff WriterWhat's hopping this week at Central Florida theme parks and attractions: + "Beyond Baseball: The Life of Roberto Clemente," an exhibit about the late Hall of Famer/humanitarian, opens Saturday at the Orange County Regional History Center in downtown...Tags: Ice Hockey, Boston Bruins, Roberto Clemente Jr., Special Olympics, Orlando Science Center
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This week: Otronicon, SeaWorld's Just for Kids, Merle Haggard
Sentinel Staff WriterNow that we're out of Santa season, new events are set at Central Florida theme parks and attractions this week. + Otronicon, a salute to all things tech, begins its annual four-day run at Orlando Science Center beginning Friday. Activities range from...Tags: Orlando Science Center, Arts, Arts, Universal Studios Orlando, Arts and Culture
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After a shaky start, Orlando Magic — and Dwight Howard — show some signs of progress
Orlando SentinelIt says something about the Orlando Magic’s uncertain future that their final exhibition of the 2011 preseason felt so important. Their franchise player wants a trade, and the entire team looked almost comatose in its preseason opener. On...Tags: LeBron James, Amway Center, Dwight Howard, Oklahoma City Thunder, Basketball
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'Just for Kids' events set for SeaWorld Orlando
Sentinel Staff WriterSeaWorld Orlando is introducing a just-for-kids festival called, appropriately enough, "Just for Kids." It will debut Jan. 14 and run at the theme park for four consecutive Saturdays. Concerts will be held in the Nautilus Theater (usual home of "A'lure,...Tags: Theater, Music Theater, Concerts, Entertainment Events, Arts and Culture
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Looking ahead: New Year's Eve at the theme parks
In the grand tradition of talking about the next holiday before arriving at the next one, let's talk New Year's Eve.
In a nutshell, Universal CityWalk has Smash Mouth, Bad Voodoo Daddy, gourmet buffet, nightclubs, champagne toast. (Details: www....Tags: Walt Disney, Universal CityWalk, Amusement and Theme Parks, SeaWorld, New Year's Day
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This week at theme parks: Chita Rivera, Mannheim finale, holiday happenings
Sentinel Staff WriterWhere to go / what to do this week at Orlando theme parks. + Celebrity narrators this week at Epcot's Candlelight Processional: Neil Patrick Harris (Monday), Lorraine Bracco (Tuesday-Thursday), Chita Rivera (Friday-Sunday). Show times are 5 p.m., 6:45 p....Tags: Travel, Orlando Science Center, Kissimmee, Theme Park Vacations, Tourism and Leisure
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