Binding generations together more than any other animated characters, Mickey and Minnie Mouse are global icons who remind people of all ages of the benefits of laughter, optimism and hope. From 18 November, Disney Junior (DStv Channel 309) celebrates the duo’s birthday with special programming and a unique sculpture activation in Johannesburg.
Remaining the channel home of all things Mickey and Minnie, together with all their friends, Disney Junior will have fun-filled episodes and specials throughout the month. From 07:30 every weekday, Mickey Mouse Funhouse promises amusement for the young ones withFunny, an enchanted talking playhouse that takes Mickey and his pals on adventures to unique lands that inspire the imagination. On Friday, 17 November, there’s a song-filled special, Mickey’s Monster Musical at 11:00AM, where Mickey and the gang meet Count Mikula after they are stranded near a castle. On the big day itself, Saturday 18 November, from 10:30AM, there are back-to-back episodes and specials of Mickey Mouse Funhouse and Minnie’s Bow-Toons: Camp Minnie.
From Monday 20 November, special episodes of Mickey Mouse Clubhouse will kick off at 11:00AM, with Mickey’s Pirate Adventure, Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Road Rally on 21 November, A Goofy Fairy Tale on 23 November and The Wizard of Dizz on 24 November. And finally, on Disney Channel (DStv 303) on 24 November, we have the adorable special, The Wonderful Autumn of Mickey Mouse at 17:00, where Mickey Mouse is determined to undo the failures of his family’s past after inheriting a rundown pumpkin farm from a distant relative.
To continue the celebrations, Disney Junior will be at Maponya Mall in Soweto, Johannesburg from 18-30 November with a unique garden installation featuring Mickey and Minnie sculptures. The interactive installation will be open from 9am – 6pm every day and visitors are invited to have their pictures taken with the sculptures. Those who share these pictures on Facebook and Instagram using the hashtag #HBDMICKEYANDMINNIE will stand in line to win 1 of 20 Disney Junior hampers.
So join in on the celebration this month and share your love and birthday wishes with Mickey and Minnie Mouse, tag @DisneyAfrica and use the hashtag #HBDMICKEYANDMINNIE.
I can talk about geeks, because I am/was one. Back in the day I used to be the only female in an office filled with male developers. It wasn’t weird, that’s just how the tech landscape looked. My desk was filled with toys (and it still is) and if there was something new to try out I was right there.
Today I am paying homage to my roots as a geek and have chosen a few gifts that gets my geek juices flowing.
This year I discovered Funko… and it is a horrible temptation for someone like me. There is DC, Marvel, Disney and everything else that you could possibly desire. So, let me start off with the Mickeys – because it is the year of Mickey afterall.
You can get Funkos on Takealot and at selected stationery stores. I didn’t add the Steamboat Willie Mickey Mouse Funkos, because I’m not too fond of them.
It wouldn’t be a real list without at least one comic related item…
“Because no matter how small an act of kindness or generosity or simple positivity you put out into the world, it will make a difference.”
—Wonder Woman comic
I am the ultimate DC fan girl – because the Justice League & DC Universe has the only female superhero that matters, Wonder Woman. If I had this Funko she would have a place of honour on my desk.
One thing that drives me up the walls is the situation with cables and all the devices that need to be charged… seemingly at the same time. I would love a Snüg Mouse Pad with Wireless Charger that will just sit on my desk charging my phone while I work. 2019 is the year where I want less cable frustrations – seriously!
There is something about being a geek with your head in the stars… This list wouldn’t be complete without something from Lush South Africa.
Shoot for the stars – honey-scented stardust to grant all her heart’s desires. Fair trade organic cocoa butter stars is just the icing in this fizzer.
American Cream Perfume – vanilla with a hint of strawberry and subtle floral notes
Coalface facial soap – simply to wash the day off her face
There is but one place on planet earth that I call my true home. It is a place so magical that it can only be where all of Africa comes together! If you love Jozi as much as I do, you would want to get your hands on something from Love Jozi…
The Love Jozi Skyline wrapped around a candle holder, filled with a black patchouli scented candle.
City map tote – A heavyweight, double-sided lined canvas Tote Bag.
“A deal is a promise and a promise is unbreakable.”
—Diana reminds Steve, Wonder Woman movie
If you’ve stepped out into any toy store recently you would’ve noticed a “larger than normal” presence of Mickey Mouse (and Minnie) toys. This is due to the big birthday coming up on 18 November – and here you were thinking it was for Xmas.
Since I have a baby just days away I thought I’d start with all the wonderful Disney Baby things you can get – thanks to Prima Baby.
The Disney Baby ring rattle is the cutest little thing, perfect for little hands to grab onto. So colourful and perfect for those precious early play times.
I did say I’m going all out baby for this post… Wouldn’t you want a Mickey Comforter? I can see many fun play time hours on this!
I do have bottles from number 1, but a girl can look – can’t she?
And of course you can also get a milk powder dispenser with Minnie or Mickey on it.
DISNEY BABY MICKEY MILK POWDER DISPENSER
Now we are getting to the part where baby is getting a little older with itchy gums and little hands that want to explore and touch everything – and this Disney Baby Mickey Mouse teether activity toy is just what baby will want.
It’s not all about the plushies… anything with wheels was always a winner for Lexa and I’m hoping little miss Lily will also enjoy a bit of vroom-vroom. Can I have this for my desk – pretty please!
DISNEY BABY MICKEY RACING KART
One of the very first things Lexa mastered was to sort shapes – and that was before she was 1! Her shape sorter wasn’t this fancy, but you never know what may arrive from all the aunts and uncles!
DISNEY BABY MICKEY AND FRIENDS SHAPE SORTER
You can never have too many rattles! Lexa had a few and inevitable they all ended up being missing for a few days. Plus the little car is a soft teether. (2-in-1 mum!)
DISNEY BABY MICKEY KEY RATTLE
I have a thing for cameras so this list would not be complete without me sneaking in a cute camera!
There are so many toys I would like to include on this list, but you will be reading all day if I did! However, I can tell you that toys aren’t the only things you can get from Disney Baby either…
Some people say don’t give a dummy and others swear by it. For me personally I don’t see why a baby can’t use a dummy when they need it in the early years. This Disney baby natural pacifier is only suitable for 6+ months, but it is just too sweet not to include on the list.
When you have a pacifier, you need a pacifier case – because there is nothing worse than thinking of all the germs floating in the air with a new baby.
Then, when baby is older you will need plates, spoons and other utensils!
DISNEY BABY MICKEY MICRO SET
DISNEY BABY MICKEY CUTLERY TRAVEL SET
Win a Disney Baby Mickey & Minnie Mouse plushie set!
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Mickey Mondays are the best. It is the one day of the week I get to spend looking at Mickey everything – without feeling guilty!
Today’s article is all about DIY. Making Minnie bows, Mickey Oreo figures and more. If you want more than what is on this article, follow my Mickey Mouse Pinterest board 🙂
…and here is another Mickey Mouse box for your Mickey mouse cookies 🙂
For the Kids!
Keeping the kids busy is a top priority over weekends and holidays. I would never even have thought of painting a Mickey on paperplates… but guess who is off to buy red and black paint now.
Imagine how awesome you kid’s room will look with this shelf.
So I missed (my) Mickey Monday, but I will pretend today is Monday and just publish the post I wanted to anyway – because magic!
Who has heard of the giant Mickey Mouse statues that stood in Sandton (until this past weekend)? Well, I went to see them and they were absolutely awesome. There was one that I would put in my office – he had an Africa necklace, giraffe skin arms, leopard and zebra skin legs and the most beautiful traditional print on his pants. This Mickey is what South Africa is – bright, colourful and awesome.
Here is a peek at the awesome statues painted by South African artists.
There is more to the traveling exhibition than Mickey Mouse standing around looking pretty. You can buy Disney clothes, watches and more as well as keep the kids busy at the colouring-in station, race cars and tablets with Mickey content…
Also, just because it’s Disney and there are Mickey’s I’m mentioning this… Dischem has Disney Micropopz! I want Mickey… more than one. Please, thank you and goodbye!
Did you know that Mickey Mouse will be celebrating his 90th birthday on 18 November 2018? Here are 9 more things you probably didn’t know about Mickey Mouse:
His very first appearance was in Steamboat Willie on 18 November 1928. Talk about a long career!
He was voiced by the late great Walt Disney from 1928 to 1966! A number of voice actors has since given Mickey his voice.
He has 3 aliases namely Mickey, King Mickey (Kingdom of Hearts) and Bob Crachit (Mickey’s Christmas Carol).
Mickey has played in 22 short films from 1928 to 2013, 11 full-length films from 1934 to 2004 and 6 television series starting from 1955!
He has a pet dog called Pluto.
His significant other is Minnie Mouse.
The very first Mickey Mouse from Steamboat Willie may be public domain by 2024.
There is a one-of-a-kind 2ft/0.61m tall 24-karat gold Mickey Mouse (Celebration Mickey) that weighs 100lb/45 kg. Currently he is for sale, but be warned he is valued at over $4,000,000! However, Celebration Mickey is certified to be an authentic, one-of-a-kind piece by Disneyland Resort. It is signed with the Disney Corporate Trademark on the side of Mickey’s right foot. Disneyland Resort further guarantees that it is the only sculpture of its kind that will ever be made.
In 1930 the German Board of Film Censored prohibited the screening of the cartoon The Barnyard Battle because Mickey was depicted as a soldier fighting his cat enemies that was wearing German-like helmets.
If you caught the Mickey Mouse fever again (like me) you may want to check out all these amazing things you can now own as an adult!
Let’s start with my amazing Mickey cap from Typo! I think I can wear it out – you let me know in the comments below if I can get away with it.
Mickey Mouse Hat from Typo
Typo has a selection of jewellery, stationery and badges for you to choose from.
A Swarovski Mickey Mouse! If I was a collector of ornaments this would be on my desk right now. Unfortunately it retails at almost R5,000 – but it is gorgeous! If however you feel like you really want a Mickey Mouse ornament they also have 2 other options whose price tags are a little smaller.
Swarovski Mickey Mouse Celebration
I’ve also acquired a Mickey Mouse ears headband and wore it out to an event at Montecasino. You are never too old to have fun! Check out my Instastories highlights here.
I’m also planning on seeing the Mickey Mouse statues in Sandton this week… This will be shared next Monday.
Share your memories of Mickey with the hashtags #Mickey90 & #Mickey90Africa.
I actually love buying presents. By the time it’s July I have 70% of all presents bought. My husband hates that I buy so far in advance “because I am cluttering our home with my insane hobby”. You know what, it doesn’t matter because when I give a present to someone I know that I have made an effort to find the perfect gift for each and every person.
If you don’t know by now, Mickey is turning 90 on 18 November this year! This means there will be a Mickey everywhere from about October to end December – and I am so excited.
I haven’t given Lexa my Mickey and Minnie Mouse pair as I want to give her a big plush Mickey that she can squeeze and love. Plus she already has her own Mickey charm from Pandora… and I have the Mickey and Minnie locket from Pandora. I admit it, I go overboard sometimes 🙂
So what can you expect from Disney this Christmas?
Mickey:
Plush
Games & Puzzles
Metals
Outdoor play
The good news is you will be able to choose from different sized plush dolls… so there will be something to suit your pocket 🙂
Disney and dress up
Playing dress up is a fun way for kids to express themselves. The Disney rage includes costume party packs available in the following brands: Marvel Avengers, DC Heroes Boys, DC Girls and Disney Princess. (Plus… it’s going to be a little more affordable!)
