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    Not a good parking sign to be near.. I was directed into a spot a half dozen or so spaces from the far corner of the Mickey and Friends Parking Structure on the roof this afternoon.
    Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge from the parking structure.
    A closer look starting on the north/left side when looking at it, with the new spires taking shape on top of the Millennium Falcon show building.
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    Panning to the right more scaffolding is removed from the first rock formations to rise up.
    More steel going up for formations in the center of the project.
    As we go further to the right more scaffolding looks to be removed from the rock formations on the Battle Escape show building.
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    A new rock formation taking shape. The wire mesh has been installed to form the shape.
    A closer look at the steel that recently was raised into place.
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    Smaller spires taking shape.
    A closer look at the tallest formation.
    This dome/roof continues to be worked on.
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    A closer look at the steel support structure for a new formation.
    The scaffolding from this one continues to be removed.
    Scaffolding is up and looks like the wire mesh for this rock wall is now installed.
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    A closer look.
    Not many workers visible this afternoon.
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    A closer look at the tallest formation.
    Moving back to a closer formation.
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    Crews working on this area behind the buildings. Looks like they are preparing to surface this area.
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    The blue tarp is still up.
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    A video overview of the new parking structure construction on the former Pinocchio parking lot.
    Starting off on the far side adjacent to Magic Way they are working on the second floor of the escalator area.
    A closer look. Appears concrete has been poured for the floor.
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    Forms are being set up for the second floor along the edge of the new structure.
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    Nearest the existing structure decking to support and form the second floor is being set up.
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    Concrete has been poured for a section of the ground level.
    Preparations to pour the next section of the ground level are underway.
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    A closer look at the forms for the second floor. The wood forms are constructed then rebar will be installed. Then the final step will be a concrete pour.
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    A ramp rising up to the third and fourth floor is taking shape.
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    some excavation work going on.
    A better view of the ramp.
    They are working on road bed for this ramp.
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    Here you can see where the connection to the 3rd floor will be.
    A closer look.
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    Support columns for the far side of the garage are rising up.
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    Taken from the escalators a look at the ramp.
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    From ground level you can see the height of the second floor compared to a tram.
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    Work on Naples continues.
    The tram stop work is done and the walls there are now gone.
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    No lines at the ticket booths this afternoon but a fair number of guests at windows.
    Pricing for today.
    First stop today, Disneyland.
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    Great Moments was closed this afternoon.
    Minnie Mouse out for a stroll in Town Square.
    Main Street USA this afternoon.
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    A long view of Main Street.
    The Straw Hatters found a shady spot to perform.
    Disneyland wait times at 1:30pm
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    Work continues in the Tiki Garden. No visible signs of progress but internet reports are it will be a new ramp to replace the aging lift on the other side.
    Stopped by the Golden Horseshoe and they have a variety of off menu/special items right now.
    Work on the fireworks sign continues. This project has been going on for over a month now as they are recreating the hand painted artwork.
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    Time for a cruise on the Mark Twain around the Rivers of America.
    A look at the Big Thunder queue/wait time this afternoon.
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    Spotted Redd meeting guests.
    Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge from the Mark Twain.
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    The rock formation colors are interesting. A lot of different colors throughout the project.
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    Scaffolding is removed from some of the formations now.
    A wide view of the northern shoreline of the Rivers of America.
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    A crew working on this spire.
    This building does not show a lot of visible progress from this angle.
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    More buildings in the Black Spire Outpost taking shape.
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    The detail work of color, texture and design for the spires is starting to be seen as more scaffolding is removed.
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    A video clip from the Mark Twain.
    No visible progress on the FastPass sign for Pirates. The project seems on hold.
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    Some work in Adventureland near the treehouse. Hard to tell what is going on if it is wall work or landscaping.
    Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge from Tarzan's Treehouse
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    Not a lot of visible progress on the Tropical Hideaway.
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    Decided to grab a FastPass for some A/C and to work on a post.. so stopped by it's a small world.
    They pole scanners were not in use, they were using hand scanners under the umbrellas further along.
    Random monkey picture.
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    Next up a check of Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge from Toontown.
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    From the treehouse you can see the tops of several buildings and some spires throughout Black Spire Outpost.
    From the Miss Daisy a good view of the first formations to rise up.
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    Tomorrowland this afternoon.
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    A Pixar Shorts Film Festival has moved into the Tomorrowland Theater for the time being replacing the Ant-Man and the Wasp preview.
    They are playing three shorts, Piper, Lava and For the Birds here. (Over at Disney California Adventure a different trio is playing).
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    A patrol roaming Tomorrowland.
    Stopped for something to drink.. soon these will be an item of the past.. plastic straws will be phased out in the parks in the coming year.
    Renovation work on the interior of the firehouse continues.
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    As I mentioned earlier all the tram stop work is now complete.
    Spotted this shirt in World of Disney as I walked by.
    Thought it was interesting to have a closed attraction and then Soarin' with the new logo but original opening date.
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    Work on Naples continues.
    A kiosk set up to order pizza to go since Napolini is closed. Looks like this is only in use in the evening.
    Walking through Downtown Disney.
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    Looking back the new entrance cover is being installed.
    you can see some interior work on the dining locations on the north side. They seem to be progressing slowly.
    No real visible progress from this angle.
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    Across the way on the south side repainting is underway. This original scheme is being covered over to match the north side.
    Catal is a work in progress with some old, some new paint.
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    Heard a live band performing at Splitsville.
    Almost all the tables were empty. Only a couple guests on the far side were visible.
    A trio of food trucks were set up in front of the former AMC today.
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    Banners and lights near some tables between the trucks.
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    The former box office has banners covering it.
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    A hedge/wall is set up to block access beyond the box office.
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    The Habit truck.
    The Habits Menu
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    BrewWings truck
    BrewWings Menu
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    For dessert, Afters Ice Cream truck
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    No other changes to the area yet. The demolition work is delayed.
    The Monorail was not in operation, assuming due to heat.
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    The Lego store work is complete.
    Making my way back to the parks.
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    Clarabelles on Buena Vista Street has some new offerings.
    I stopped by Smokejumpers for dinner. Mobile order saved a couple minutes since the lines were all 2-3 groups deep.
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    Disney California Adventure waits at 4:39pm
    Hollywood Blvd Banners have been replaced and now feature Pixar Short films.
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    The Pixar Shorts Film Festival in Hollywood Land features three different shorts.
    A new photo wall has appeared/opened since my last visit. This one featuring Up! and located between the Buzz Lightyear one and the original blue wall.
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    An artist nearby with some artwork for sale.
    Making my way into a Bug's Land.
    Disney confirmed this area is closing and its last day of operation will be September 4th.
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    A video of Francis' Ladybug Boogie in Flik's Fun Fair.
    A video of Flik's Flyers in Flik's Fun Fair.
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    The two World of Color platforms are still raised as the renovation/repair work continues.
    The water in the bay has turned brown.
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    A look at the platforms. No work going on this afternoon.
    Making my way onto Pixar Pier
    One of the shortest waits I have seen for the frosted treats. Too hot to stand out in the sun and wait? Or just a mild crowd today?
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    Work on Jessie's Critter Carousel is underway. Scaffolding is up and repainting is underway.
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    Surprised no more signs have appeared to indicate the FastPass distribution.
    And no sign on the front of Poultry Palace.
    Zurg has returned though.
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    Mr. Potatohead was taking a break.
    La luna Star Catcher was closed this afternoon.
    Managed to be the best in the vehicle but again no where near any of the top scores.
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    The bandstand as I walked by.
    Bing Bong's Sweet Stuff opened last week. So this is my first look around.
    Interesting the left hand door is closed.
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    A look around inside. On the right side is the register.
    Panning left a selection of merchandise.
    The far side is the Memory Refreshers stand (drinks and treats)
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    A look around the store -
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    The centerpiece of the store will be Bing Bong who is not installed yet.
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    This area was closed temporarily due to some problem. They were close to reopening when I visited.
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    Looking at the store from the back corner. Notice the closed door. Wonder if that is to try and keep it cooler for the memory refresher area?
    The ceiling has an industrial/incomplete feel.
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    The counter that will house Bing Bong has his taffy around the base. No prices on them or posted. A cast member said they were $6.79 a bag.
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    Pressed penny machine.
    No visible signs of work where the future attraction will go.
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    The brown water...
    From this angle not as bad.
    Supplies waiting to be installed on the World of Color platforms.
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    Some of the Paradise Gardens Park trash cans have their new stickers.
    Others still say Paradise Pier.
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    Some of the pine tress in the Grizzly Peak area seem to be having some problems with all the hot weather.
    Returned to Disneyland. Pineapple donuts are available at the coffee/snack stand in the hub.
    Time for the All-American College Band. Only two more weeks left in their summer. August 10th is their last day.
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    Disneyland wait times at 7:08pm
    Entering Adventureland.
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    No wait time sign for the Jungle Cruise this evening.. just a description.
    Walking through New Orleans Square.
    A change at the Mint Julep Bar. Two kiosks added to take orders then you pick up at the window.
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    A check of the Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge work from Critter Country as the sun was setting.
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    The All-American College Band performing in the Royal Theatre
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    Stopped by the Pixar Pals Dance Party. Guess there was a stroller issue.. there are large signs at all the entrances now.
    Bullseye on the dance floor.
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    Jessie was also out.
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    Remy came out next but no Emile.
    Made my way to Town Square for the All-American College Band set.
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    Video of the Disneyland All-American College Band performing If I Didn't Have You from Monsters Inc
    Video of the Disneyland All-American College Band performing their Pixar Medley
    Video of the Disneyland All-American College Band performing their Tower of Power Tribute.
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    Took the east side overflow corridor and had the walkway to myself. only saw a couple of CMs no other guests the entire length of the walkway.
    Passing by the Dance Party on my way to it's a small world mall.
    A look at the backstage gate. Looks like the work has wrapped up.
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    Found a spot for Together Forever Fireworks.
    9:30.. showtime!
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    Some video clips of Together Forever Fireworks from it's a small world focused on the projections.
    A wider view showing the projections and fireworks.
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    The plan was to close out the evening with the 9:55pm College Band set but they never showed up!
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