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I have been afforded an opportunity to be able to display area FOL MOCs.
I know that there are plenty of local builders and collectors and I feel
that this can be a galvanizing event for the Denver fans of the brick.
Hopefully, a catalyst for developing an ongoing LUG. Before I get too far
into the process though, there are some specific topics that need to be
discussed.
First, a little information. This will be a public display. The area that
has been allotted to us is 10' x 10'. Not a large area, but large enough to
be impressive if done right. A tentative date has been set for the second
week in August. More specific information on the location and event is to come.
Second, and more importantly, are the specifics of the display. Is there a
particular theme we should stick with? I'm partial to Space or Town,
although the display could even be divided to accomodate one, both or more.
Since we do not yet have a LUG we are at a disadvantage when compared to
Seattle or Atlanta, for example, where the basics are already determined and
the logistics of public display have already been worked through.
I'm looking for feedback, questions and input from local FOLs who are
interested in participating. This is a great chance to get some exposure
with the public and to put our mark on the LUG map. There's a lot of work to do!
-Duane
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In lugnet.loc.us.co, Duane Hess writes:
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OK, here's a follow-up to the previous post. The Lego Road Show 2003 will be
coming to town (Denver, exact location TBD) in early August. To make this
event different from other tours that TLC has done, we (Denver FOLs) have
been asked to show off some of our creations. The thought is that if we can
show the public the cool things that we have built with our collections, it
will leave a longer lasting impression with the public than a show that is
entirely company sponsored. I feel that this is an awesome opportunity to
create a synergistic relationship between fans of the brick and TLC. It
generates interest in the Lego Brand as well as the fan community. After
all, who doesn't love to talk about their hobby? Why not do what you love
and build a relationship with the company that makes it all possible while
you're at it?
I would like to get a feel for the interest level so that we can start a
preliminary display layout. If you are interested in actively participating
or just contributing MOCs please drop me a line.
-Duane
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In lugnet.loc.us.co, Duane Hess writes:
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>
> I would like to get a feel for the interest level so that we can start a
> preliminary display layout. If you are interested in actively participating
> or just contributing MOCs please drop me a line.
>
> -Duane
Duane, I'd like to participate. I live in Colorado Springs, so it may be a
bit difficult for me to actively participate... however I'd like to do what
I can, and I'd definately like to contribute MOCs.
I'll shoot you an e-mail too... this sounds like a great opportunity, and
alot of fun.
-Bryan
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In lugnet.loc.us.co, Duane Hess writes:
> In lugnet.loc.us.co, Duane Hess writes:
> <snip>
>
> OK, here's a follow-up to the previous post. The Lego Road Show 2003 will be
> coming to town (Denver, exact location TBD) in early August.
<snip again>
OK. FYI it looks like the schedule just slipped by a week to the weekend of
August 16th.
-Duane
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In lugnet.loc.us.co, Duane Hess writes:
> In lugnet.loc.us.co, Duane Hess writes:
> <snip>
<snip again>
OK, it's official: http://news.lugnet.com/announce/?n=2090
I have Bryan, Soren and myself contributing models for the display. From the
experience that Soren and I had this weekend at the Boulder Public Library,
I can honestly say that we can use a whole lot more (MOCs, baseplates &
buildings/backdrops) for a display of this size. There will be plenty of
room. The tent is a 10' x 12' hexogonal as shown here:
http://www.tentnology.com/pdf/marqspecs.pdf
Just trying to keep this fresh in everyone's mind. I would love for this to
become an annual event.
-Duane
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In lugnet.loc.us.co, Duane Hess writes:
> In lugnet.loc.us.co, Duane Hess writes:
> > In lugnet.loc.us.co, Duane Hess writes:
> > <snip>
> >
> > OK, here's a follow-up to the previous post. The Lego Road Show 2003 will be
> > coming to town (Denver, exact location TBD) in early August.
>
> <snip again>
>
> OK. FYI it looks like the schedule just slipped by a week to the weekend of
> August 16th.
>
> -Duane
Major schedule slippage. I might have something new by the time the road
show rolls into town... :-)
Due to the other ten stops that were added, our date has slipped to
September 5th through 8th.
-Duane
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In lugnet.loc.us.co, Duane Hess wrote:
> In lugnet.loc.us.co, Duane Hess writes:
> > In lugnet.loc.us.co, Duane Hess writes:
> > > In lugnet.loc.us.co, Duane Hess writes:
> > > <snip>
> > >
> > > OK, here's a follow-up to the previous post. The Lego Road Show 2003 will be
> > > coming to town (Denver, exact location TBD) in early August.
> >
> > <snip again>
> >
> > OK. FYI it looks like the schedule just slipped by a week to the weekend of
> > August 16th.
> >
> > -Duane
>
> Major schedule slippage. I might have something new by the time the road
> show rolls into town... :-)
>
> Due to the other ten stops that were added, our date has slipped to
> September 5th through 8th.
>
> -Duane
Yikes! I haven't been checking the local pages in a while and almost missed out
on this.
I would love to participate. I imagine you guys have hashed out some of the
details in private. If someone could send an email my way and catch me up to
speed, I would appreciate it.
I think a town layout would be best. I would be happy to bring some train
stuff. It would be cool if we could put together an RTD Light Rail or
something.
I'm in the Springs, but I could definitely make it to Denver for that weekend.
Bryan
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In lugnet.loc.us.co, Bryan Beckwith wrote:
>
> Yikes! I haven't been checking the local pages in a while and almost missed out
> on this.
>
> I would love to participate. I imagine you guys have hashed out some of the
> details in private. If someone could send an email my way and catch me up to
> speed, I would appreciate it.
>
> I think a town layout would be best. I would be happy to bring some train
> stuff. It would be cool if we could put together an RTD Light Rail or
> something.
>
> I'm in the Springs, but I could definitely make it to Denver for that weekend.
>
> Bryan
Well, to recap what I have for information so far.
1) We don't have an organized display. By that I mean that it isn't confined to
one theme. There will be lots of Mecha & Space and a couple of sculptures. I
would like to throw together a train if at all possible too. Anything you want
to contribute will be welcome.
2) Lego will provide the tent, 8' x 3' tables (if we want to use theirs),
security, and electricity. The rest is up to us. We provide the MOCs, crowd
control barriers (for our tent), chairs/stools, refreshments, etc. The whole
show is set up to be hands-on. If we do not want kids to jostle and grab for the
MOCs, we need to have some sort of method to rope off our table. I'm currently
thinking of PVC pipe and some yellow "construction" tape. There won't be any
table skirts, and thus, you can see under the tables. We will either have to
store boxes and containers in our cars, or bring (nice) skirts of our own.
3) Be sure to bring sunscreen and plenty of water. 8 hours outside at our
altitude and temperature will take it's toll. The event is outdoors, so plan
accordingly.
4) Our location will be at the Pavilions on the 16th St. Mall somewhere. The
exact location and parking area will be a last minute thing. I don't have exact
times of the event, but figure on setting up 8-10am on September 5th and tearing
down in the late afternoon on September 7th. Lego will provide overnight
security to make sure that nothing walks away. If there is something that you
are overly concerned about, feel free to remove it from the display and keep it
with you overnight.
5) Our job will be mostly to entertain kids and answer questions. They will be
given a card at the beginning of the event. To complete their "Model Showcase"
they will need four stickers, one of which comes from our tent. Other cities
have created an "I Spy" game so that the kids earn the stickers. I think it
would be a good idea to have some sort of plan for this, as I haven't given it
much thought.
6) I will have Lego-supplied, gray event T-shirts for everyone participating
(let me know your size). Public Relations folks will be in bright yellow shirts
- Lego event staff in white shirts. Please don't wear the event shirts in "adult
establishments", or drink alcohol in public while wearing them. At least until
the events are over.
7) I will e-mail you an Exhibitor Agreement to fill out and bring to the event
for liability coverage
I hope I haven't left anything too important out. If I have, I will post an
update here. Any and all Colorado FOLs are welcome to participate.
-Duane
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Finalized venue:
Denver - Denver Pavilions (Glenarm Place, between 15th and 16th Streets)
Friday 3PM-7PM
Saturday 11AM-5PM
Sunday 12PM-5PM
Plan on a 2 - 2.5 hour setup before the show starts. That will, of course, vary
on Saturday and Sunday depending on how much tear down happens at the end of
each day.
-Duane
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