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When her twentieth wedding anniversary was approaching, Sue Davis of Vienna, Ohio, knew that she wanted to renew her wedding vows and exactly where she wanted to do it; the Haunted Mansion at Knoebels Amusement Resort in Elysburg, PA

 

Sue Davis and her husband, Rick are two of the three founders of the Darkride and Funhouse Enthusiasts (DAFE), an organization devoted to the appreciation of "dark attractions," so this came as no surprise to those that know the couple. Sue said "After seeing some of the fun things that couples have done for their weddings, I wished that Rick and I would have thought of it. Of course we couldn't go back in time, but we could do something special and unusual for our twentieth anniversary."

 

Since weddings on rollercoasters have become rather old-hat, Sue and Rick decided that they should renew their vows at one of their favorite "darkrides" the Haunted Mansion at Knoebels Amusement Resort.

 

They didn't have to search far for a minister willing to do it, their friend and fellow amusement park enthusiast, the Reverend Cliff Herring had married more than 50 couples on rollercoasters. A haunted house wedding however, was something new so he jumped at the chance to preside.

 

The couple and their entourage dressed befitting their surroundings during the park's Halloween event, Phoenix Phall Phunfest, October 4th. Sue was in a gothic vampire dress, Rick was costumed as a Victorian undertaker and the wedding party was outfitted as vampires.

 

Hundreds of park guests lined the midway to watch the ceremony.

 

Following the ceremony the wedding party boarded ride cars for a trip in the dark through the amusement ride before being whisked away in their "limousine", a classic 1970 Cadillac hearse.

 

Rick remarked, "The secret to a long marriage is never taking yourselves too seriously; you have to keep things interesting and do the unexpected once in a while."

"The Nightmare before Christmas". What can I say. This is simply the best Halloween musical ever made. It's also the best Christmas movie ever made. The reasons for this are countless. The main reason is it combines the genius of Tim Burton along with everyone's favorite two Holidays. It's something that not only kids will love but
people in their twenties, thirties, and more will enjoy as well. I really have not met anyone who doesn't enjoy
"The Nightmare before Christmas".



If you have been living under a rock the film is about Jack Skellington, who is the Pumpkin King of Halloween Town. Bored of Halloween he finds out about Christmas and decides to do his own Christmas. But his merry mission puts Santa gets Santa in trouble and creates a nightmare for all the good boys and girls.

This is basically the ultimate "Nightmare Before Christmas" DVD. In this amazing DVD you get three DVD's containing everything from a Digital Copy for your iPod to the original remastered film. The extras are some of the best I have ever seen. Including:

What's This? Jack's Haunted Mansion Holiday Tour from Disneyland (yes they re-do the Haunted Mansion for Christmas! aka An Amazing Dark Ride)
Frankenweenie (Uncut Version) with intro by Tim Burton
Vincent
Tim Burton's original Poem
All new audio commentary
Behind The Scenes : Making Of
The Worlds of Tim Burton Art
Deleted Scenes
Storyboard to Film
Original Theatrical Trailer and Posters

Basically this is one of my favorite films totally packed with a ton of Behind The Scenes. Think
Tim Burton animation film school in a box.

I give this one a solid A+. Go out and buy it today. 

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The Haunted House at Knoebels Amusement Resort in Elysburg, PA has been thrilling dark ride fans for over 30 years.  Now, a newly released DVD takes viewers on a guided tour through the eerie corridors of this popular ride, led by Knoebels Haunted House Supervisor Dave Wynn. Also featured in "Laff In The Dark's Behind The Scenes At Knoebels Haunted House" are interviews with park president Dick Knoebel, who shares details about the design and construction history of the Haunted House, and John Fetterman, designer of Knoebels Twister coaster and one of the first Haunted House ride operators. 

Additional chapters explore the ride's cars and sound effects as well as providing two full ride-throughs - in the dark and with the lights on.  The DVD is just $19.95 and can be purchased by going online to https://www.laffinthedark.com/mysticraft/Knoebels/khd.html 

If you are looking for something to do on the 25th, there may still be tickets available for the 10th anniversary Swinging Wake.  From the website:

"Attendees at our Swinging Wake will have a rare opportunity to hear stories directly from some of the famed imagineers who originally worked with Walt Disney and created the Haunted Mansion - in a personal setting with amazing food and wonderful people. This is truly a rare opportunity for fans of Disneyland and Disney history."

Participants to this exclusive event on February 25, 2008 will be treated to the following eerie extravaganza:

• Entry to Disneyland Park at 6:00 p.m. with no additional ticket needed (discounted full-day passes are available)

• An exclusive, attendees-only dinner and program at New Orleans Square's inimitable Blue Bayou Restaurant at 7:00 p.m., located inside the Pirates of the Caribbean attraction.

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