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October 31
Screenhog Blogs Halloween Secrets!
Hi Everyone - Screenhog here.
I hope you're enjoying the dark and stormy version of Club Penguin. I also hope that you've gone exploring to find all of the fun Halloween decorations. The team put a lot of effort into making sure this was a really great Halloween Party!
The party will be ending November 2nd, but before it ends, make sure that you see "Night of the Living Sled 2" -- So many penguins loved "Night of the Living Sled" last year that we gave it a sequel! You can go to the Night Club and the Lighthouse to watch both parts.
One of the biggest secrets of this year's party is the green candle. If you've done the scavenger hunt, you've probably already found the secret passageway...
Oh! And I probably should mention the storm that's blown over Club Penguin this Halloween... it's always cool seeing what Club Penguin looks like in the dark. If you click on the sky in most areas, you'll make lightning flash! And speaking of lightning, there sure seems to be a lot of it in the area of The Dojo...
Let the team know what you think of the decorations at the party.
Until then...Waddle On!
-Club Penguin Team
By Screenhog on October 31 2008 08:33
October 29
Halloween Party!!
Hello Penguins!
The Halloween Party has started! And with all the possibilities for costumes, it's an awesome chance for you and your penguin friends to let your creativity out!!
Some of you have mentioned that the huge storm that's blowing through Club Penguin is making things look pretty dark and just perfect for Halloween! Even with that storm and the darkness, you still should be able to do the cool scavenger hunt! You can pick up your pumpkin basket at the Snow Forts to get started -- Let us know what you think!
In Other News: The team is thrilled with your excitement around the new Club Penguin toys and the Treasure Book items. We've heard from a lot of you about things that you'd like to see. We love getting your feedback, so keep it coming!
Until then...Waddle On!
-Club Penguin Team
By BillyBob on October 29 2008 01:10
October 27
Sneak Peek: Halloween Party!!
Hello Penguins!
Some of you have said that the Halloween Party is your very favorite party in Club Penguin and we hope you're ready with your costumes and spooky decorations -- because this year's Halloween Party in Club Penguin begins Wednesday!!
There's going to be cool decorations, a scavenger hunt, and lots of spooky surprises for you and your penguin friends to discover!! Let us know your hauntingly creative plans. For those of you who already have a toy and a code to redeem for online items, I wanted to let you know that the pumpkin basket item will be available for everyone at the Halloween Party. If you've got a code and you miss getting it at the party, even after the party is over, you'll be able to unlock it from this Treasure Book.
In Other News: On Thursday, the final 20 winners of the igloo decorating contest will be announced in the newspaper! Winners will get a very special limited edition postcard delivered by Penguin Mail!
Until then...Waddle On!
-Club Penguin Team
By BillyBob on October 27 2008 01:12
October 25
Club Penguin Trading Card Game!
Hello Penguins!
We love how you are having so much fun with the 3rd Anniversary celebrations! Thanks for all the amazing feedback.
Lots of new Club Penguin toys have finally arrived! But there's more to come. I can't say too much yet, but it's something many of you have suggested in the past that the team's been working on. Club Penguin Trading cards will be available soon!
You'll be able to buy the cards in mid-November and the coolest part is that in addition to playing the game with your friends at home, the cards will connect to a brand new multiplayer game coming soon to Club Penguin. With them, you'll be able enter a code into Club Penguin and get on a 'fast path' to master the new game. I'll have more info on the new game coming to Club Penguin soon, but for now here's a sneak peek of the Trading Cards you'll be able to play at home!
Club Penguin Trading Cards will be available mid November at Toys"R"Us - just in time to connect with the newest Club Penguin game. Let us know what you think - and tell us any ideas you have for the cards!!
Until then...Waddle on!
-Club Penguin Team
By BillyBob on October 25 2008 12:24
Update: 3rd Anniversary News!
Hello Penguins!
I hope you're all having a great time at the 3rd Anniversary Party so far--remember we'll be partying ALL weekend. So you'll be able to check it out Saturday and Sunday, if you haven't already.
If you live around the Toronto area and want to help celebrate the arrival of Club Penguin toys, there's going to be a party at Toys R Us at Vaughan Mills on on Saturday, Oct. 25 from 1-4 pm EST. Space is limited so you may want to get there a bit early for your chance to get in. If you are able to go, be sure to take a parent with you. We'd love to hear what you think about it!
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Thanks for all your feedback about the toys so far, the party in New York and the party online! There's a lot to check out at this Anniversary Party--including a new Yearbook in the Book Room and a special anniversary hat free item!
As always, let us know what you think!
Until then...waddle on!
-The Club Penguin Team
By BillyBob on October 25 2008 12:32
October 24
Toys Arrive! Happy 3rd Anniversary, Club Penguin!!
Hello Penguins,
Today is a very special day -- It's our 3rd Anniversary and Club Penguin toys have arrived!!
We want to say a huge CONGRATULATIONS to everyone! Over the past year, it has been an amazing to see all the creative and imaginative ways you've made Club Penguin a great place to hang out with friends! It is always inspiring to the team!
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We'll be partying in Club Penguin all weekend AND today only you can be a part of the celebration in Times Square, New York between 12 - 3 pm Penguin Time (3 - 6pm EST). To watch the party, login and click the "live in New York" button at the top of your screen! Hope to see you there!
You can check out the toys that are available at clubpenguin.com/clubpenguinshop. Starting today they will be available across North America at Toys"R"Us, The Club Penguin Shop Online, Disney Stores, and at North American Disney Theme Parks. We can't wait to hear what you think.
We're excited to hear from you about how you and your friends are celebrating.
Until then...Waddle on!!
-Club Penguin Team
By BillyBob on October 24 2008 08:58
October 23
Update: Club Penguin on the DS!
Hello Penguins!
It's been a couple months since our last update about Club Penguin on the DS. When we first talked about it in July there was a lot of excitement and since then we've heard a lot of feedback and wanted to give you an exciting update!
The game will be available on November 25!! You'll be able to pick it up in a lot of North American stores.
It's called "Club Penguin: Elite Penguin Force" and in it you get to become part of the Elite Penguin Force and solve mysteries even Secret Agents don't know about. You'll also be able to play mini-games, upload the coins you earn to your penguin account, and even unlock things online.
We can't wait to hear what you think about it!
In Other News: Don't forget to join the party! To help celebrate the launch of new Club Penguin toys in Canada, the Vaughan Mills Toys"R"Us, just outside of Toronto, is hosting a party! On Saturday, October 25th from 1 - 4 pm, be there for dancing, prizes, and more!! There's limited space so bring your parent/guardian and get there early for your chance to be a part of this special celebration.
As always, let us know what you think.
Until then...Waddle on!
-Club Penguin Team
By BillyBob on October 23 2008 01:00
October 22
Club Penguin Books!
Hello Penguins!
Thanks for sharing your excitement about all the upcoming events. The team loves to hear from you - and we have some more cool news...
Starting on October 24th, you'll be able to flip the pages of Club Penguin books! They will be available in North America at Toys "R" Us, Disney Stores, Disney Theme Parks, and other stores:
- The Ultimate Official Guide to Club Penguin
- Stowaway! Adventures at Sea
- Waddle Lot of Laughs (Joke Book)
- Stuck-On Puffles (Sticker Activity)
With certain books (like The Ultimate Official Guide and Stowaway!, you'll be able to unlock special things online. Let us know what you think -- and what kinds of books you'd like to see!
In Other News: To celebrate the launch of new Club Penguin toys in Canada, there's going to be a party at Toys "R" Us in Vaughan Mills, just outside of Toronto on Saturday, October 25th from 1 - 4 pm!! There's limited space so bring your parent/guardian and get there early for your chance to get into the party.
Until then...Waddle on!
-Club Penguin Team
By BillyBob on October 22 2008 09:44
October 20
3rd Anniversary Party Live in New York!
Hello Penguins!
Thanks for your great feedback about the upcoming 3rd Anniversary celebrations starting this Friday. We're glad you're excited! So are we.
Today is the last day you can request an invitation for the Times Square, New York party. Invitations will be sent by email to the winners on Tuesday! Check out clubpenguin.com/celebrate for details about the event.
Space is limited at the party in New York and not everyone who applied for an invitation can receive one. But we want everyone to celebrate together, so remember to check out the party in Club Penguin to watch the live broadcast!!
In Other News: In all the excitement about the Anniversary party, I didn't want to forget to update you on the toys! Check out clubpenguin.com/sneakpeek to see all the toys that will be available starting on October 24! You'll see them in a few different places throughout North America, including Toys R Us, Disney Stores, Disney Theme Parks and, of course, the Club Penguin Shop online.
As always we'd love to hear what you like and what you hope to see in the future!
Until then... Waddle on!!
-Club Penguin Team
By BillyBob on October 20 2008 03:26
October 18
Invitations Open to New York Anniversary Party Event!
Hello Penguins!
Some of you have been asking about the Anniversary Party in New York City and the live broadcast on clubpenguin.com next week and we wanted to give you an update.
Invitations are now open for those of you who can make it to the event at Times Square in New York next Friday! To submit a request for an invitation visit clubpenguin.com/celebrate.
If you live in or around New York, and you can get to the event with a parent or guardian, put your name in for a chance to be selected for a special invitation to the party. Space is limited and not everyone will receive an invitation.
Remember, everyone can login to watch the live broadcast from New York by clicking on the special button at the top of your play screen from 12 - 3 (Club Penguin Time) on Oct. 24th. And we'll be broadcasting the fun you're having in Club Penguin onto jumbo screens right in the middle of Times Square!
Let us know what you and your penguin friends are doing to get ready for the Anniversary Party!
Until then...Waddle on!
-Club Penguin Team
By BillyBob on October 17 2008 11:09
October 17
Rockhopper Returns Today!
Hello Penguins!
A lot of you have noticed an old pirate friend in the telescope this week. Rockhopper is here today! I'm sure he'll have a few surprises with him so make sure to check out the Captain's Quarters in the Migrator for Rockhopper's Rare Items -- and to play the Treasure Hunt game.
If you haven't had a chance to meet him yet, he'll be hanging out around the island!!
In Other News: There's new igloo furniture today and a Halloween themed igloo! Make sure and check all the new stuff that's in the catalogs - The igloo decorating contest starts today so hopefully it'll inspire you to deck out your igloo!! Let us know what you think!
Until then...waddle on!
-Club Penguin Team
By BillyBob on October 17 2008 12:45
October 16
Special Anniversary Event Announcement!
Hello Penguins!
Our 3rd Anniversary Party starts next week, can you believe it!? I wanted to give you an update because this year we have something VERY special planned.
Not only do we celebrate our 3rd anniversary on October 24, but it's also the day the new Club Penguin toys arrive! We didn't want to miss the opportunity to celebrate both at the same time with everyone! So we planned something we hope you'll love!
On October 24 you and your buddies can party online in Club Penguin AND at Times Square in New York!!
Between 3 pm - 6 pm Eastern Standard Time (that's 12-3 Penguin Time) on October 24, you can tune in for the live broadcast from New York and watch it while your partying in Club Penguin with your buddies! There will also be an opportunity to attend the event in New York, however space is very limited.
Visit clubpenguin.com/celebrate for more details on the special anniversary event.
If you can't make it on October 24, don't worry because the online party is being extended this year and will be up ALL weekend! And it will be bigger than any other Anniversary Party! More rooms will be decorated, a new Yearbook will be released, AND I even heard that Rockhopper plans to make an appearance!
As always, we hope you're excited and can't wait to hear what you think!
Until then...waddle on!
-Club Penguin Team
By BillyBob on October 16 2008 02:32
October 15
Welcome Brazil!
Hello Penguins!
I have an exciting update today and I wanted you to be the first to know. In the last few years, many of you have requested to be able to play Club Penguin in different languages. We've been working on it and today we launched the first of many new languages: Portuguese! More languages will be coming out throughout the year and we'll let you know as soon as they're ready.
When you login to play, you'll notice you can select a language on the top navigation. Right now you can choose English or Portuguese. If you want to play in Portuguese, select that language, and when you enter Club Penguin EVERYTHING will be in Portuguese. Cool!
To celebrate, here are a few Portuguese phrases --
Welcome = Bem-vindo
Congratulations! = Parabens!
You're cool! = Voce e muito legal!
Until then...waddle on!
PINGUINANDO!
-Club Penguin Team
By BillyBob on October 15 2008 10:40
October 14
New Toys Unlock Items Online!
Hello Penguins!
The arrival of the new toys is getting closer (just a little over a week away!) and I wanted to give you an update on something you'll find with your toy when you get one--actually it has been a suggestion from a lot of you in the past.
When you get a toy, you'll find a coin attached to it. The coin is special for a couple reasons: The first reason is because every coin is different so you will definitely want to collect them! The second reason is because there's a code on one side that will unlock special items on your penguin account!
When you enter your code, you will unlock a very special book that will give you access to a lot of all-time favorite items from Club Penguin that haven't been around for a long time AND even some new, never before seen exclusive items that you can only get in this book! It will work the same for all penguins (those with memberships and without memberships).
We can't wait to hear what you think! Let us know what you're hoping to unlock!!
Until then...waddle on!
-Club Penguin Team
By BillyBob on October 14 2008 11:10
October 13
Halloween Igloo Contest starts Friday!
Hello Penguins!
The Halloween igloo decorating contest gets started on Friday and we can't wait to see all the creative things you'll do!
To enter, simply decorate your igloo - Use your creativity to come up with the best Halloween design. Winners will be announced in the Oct. 23 and Oct. 30 newspapers. Grand Prize winners will receive 25,000 coins and Runner-ups will receive 15,000 coins!
Here's a look at one of the Medieval Party igloo contest winners back in in May:
We'd love to hear what you've got planned for your Halloween-themed igloo! There is a new furniture catalog coming on Friday so check it out for lots of Halloween items.
Until then...waddle on!
-Club Penguin Team
By BillyBob on October 13 2008 06:50
October 11
3rd Anniversary Party News!
Hello Penguins!
There sure is a lot going on in Club Penguin this month, and one of the most exciting events is the upcoming 3rd Anniversary Party! There are a couple of surprises, but here's what I can tell you right now:
The celebration starts on October 24 (the same day the new toys arrive!) and goes until October 26. We get to party together ALL weekend!
- More areas will be decorated
- A new Yearbook will be released!
The Yearbook is really cool because it'll show a lot of the events you told us you loved from the past year. You'll be able to see it at the party, but I wanted to give you a sneak peek:
I'll have more details about the party next week. Be sure to let us know what you think and tell us what you have planned to celebrate our 3rd year!
Until then...waddle on!
-Club Penguin Team
By BillyBob on October 11 2008 06:47
October 10
Space Adventure: Planet Y Play Starts Today!
Hello Penguins!
Did you check out the new play, Space Adventure: Planet Y, yet? It starts today at The Stage. There's even a cool new alien costume! We love how so many of you are using your creativity and the costumes all around Club Penguin!! We can't wait to see how you use these new stage costumes, too.
In Other News: A few of you have been asking about the 3rd Anniversary party because it's coming up on October 24! We've got something planned and we hope you're going to like it. But we'll have more details about it as the day gets closer! There will be a special Saturday blog post tomorrow so check it out.
Until then...waddle on!
-Club Penguin Team
By BillyBob on October 10 2008 08:19
October 9
More New Toys Revealed!
Hello Penguins!
Thanks for all your comments and ideas about the new penguin toys! The team totally loves it and we're looking forward to hearing more from you about today's update.
Another great idea that came directly from you were these two inch figurines. They are different than the ones you may be used to. They are made of three parts (head, body, feet) that can be interchanged with other figurine toys! So you'll be able to switch them all around - there will be endless cool combinations!! We can't wait to see what you come up with!
Check out www.clubpenguin.com/sneakpeek for the newest update and tell us what you think and what else you'd like to see!!
Until then...waddle on!
-Club Penguin Team
By BillyBob on October 09 2008 06:12
October 8
Space Adventure at The Stage on Friday!
Hello Penguins!
Do you remember the first Space Adventure play? Zip, the alien from Planet X joined Captain Snow, Ensign, and Tin Can 3000 the Robot aboard their spaceship for exciting adventures!
More excitement is on its way when the play comes back with a new twist on Friday at The Stage! Here's a look at what's to come:
In Other News: I hope you're all getting excited about Halloween activities on their way--have you checked out the cool special dance you can do with the Rad Scientist costume in the Penguin Style catalog? We're excited to see your creativity come to life as Halloween approaches!
Until then...waddle on!
-Club Penguin Team
By BillyBob on October 08 2008 02:23
October 7
Screenhog Announces New Mission!
Hi everyone! Screenhog here.
The ninth mission is here and we're really excited about it. In most of our previous missions, a problem has happened in Club Penguin, and the assignment is to figure out how to solve it. This time, agents get to truly be spies. I don't want to give too much away, but for part of this mission, members of the PSA will need to do some spy work and get a set of binoculars. During creation, the team had to ask what spy binoculars should look like.
Here are some of the ideas:
I guess it just goes to show you how some of the tiniest things in Club Penguin still have a lot of effort put into them. Let us know what you like about the mission and give us any suggestions you have for future ones.
-Club Penguin Team
By Screenhog on October 07 2008 11:13
October 6
More New Toys Revealed!
Hello Penguins!
The team is totally thrilled about all your comments and ideas about toys--a lot of you let us know you loved the bee penguin. It's great you want to see more Club Penguin characters come to life. We're excited too and there's definitely more to come!
The team updated clubpenguin.com/sneakpeek today and there's an entirely different kind of penguin toy coming--check it out and let us know what you think! We love to hear from you!!
In other news: Some of you are asking about the Viking Penguin give-away on the sneak peek page. For a chance to win a viking penguin, you need to enter the contest. To do so, go to the sneak peek page and click the button on the bottom right. Good Luck!
Until then...waddle on!
-Club Penguin Team
By BillyBob on October 06 2008 03:24
October 3
Penguin Style Halloween Costumes Released!
Hello Penguins!
The new Penguin Style catalog was released today and it's full of Halloween costumes!
There's a lot going on in Club Penguin this month and the costume update is just the beginning! A Halloween Igloo decorating contest will get underway in a couple weeks and you know what that means--new Halloween furniture for your igloo! And of course a Halloween party at the end of the month!
As always we love to hear what creative ideas and feedback you have about the costumes! Let us know what you like and even what you think could be improved.
Until then...waddle on!
-Club Penguin Team
By BillyBob on October 03 2008 10:13
October 2
More Toys Revealed!
Hello Penguins!
Thanks for all your feedback about the special toy project that we announced on Monday! We're thrilled that you're so excited.
I wanted to let you know the team updated clubpenguin.com/sneakpeek today, so be sure to take a look. We revealed two penguin toys on Monday--a construction penguin and a cheerleader.
Some of you have been asking what other characters there will be--today we revealed more! Here are two of the newest ones that we revealed - but there are more surprises on the sneakpeek page. Let us know what you think and what other penguins you'd like to see in the future!
Also, check out clubpenguin.com/sneakposters -- you can download some cool sneak peek posters! We thought you would enjoy the extra sneak peek.
Until then...waddle on!
-Club Penguin Team
By BillyBob on October 02 2008 01:10
October 1
Halloween Costumes coming on Friday!
Hello Penguins!
It's that time of year again--Halloween is on its way to Club Penguin! Can you believe it? On Friday, NEW Halloween costumes will be released in the Penguin Style catalog in the Gift Shop. A few favorites will be returning, so if there's one you missed last year it might be back again on Friday. We can't wait to hear what you think and what you'd like to see in the future!
Wigs will be included in this year's Halloween catalog. Here's one you're going to see:
What do you think? Does it get you thinking Halloween? Any ideas about how you might use this for a costume?
In Other News: I wanted to give you an update on the next mission! The team is working hard on it and it will be ready as early as next week! If you're already a Secret Agent be sure to check out the newspaper--I heard there's something special for agents -- and catch up on any missions you haven't played yet in the HQ!
Until then...waddle on!
-Club Penguin Team
By BillyBob on October 01 2008 11:38
