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Just a reminder that the Ontario Brick Builders (k, just me) will be displaying
the Classic Space layout at the Boats, Models and Train show at the Hamilton
Steam Museum tomorrow and Sunday. The public hours for both days are from 11
a.m. to 4 p.m..
Address--
900 Woodward Ave
Hamilton, ON
L8H 7N2
This is a free event for the public, so if you want to spend time checking out
the craftsmanship of old steam engines built 150(ish) years ago, or want to take
a ride on a miniature train, or just want to hang with me for a while, come on
down!
I am planning on live streaming the event around 1 p.m. Check my facebook feed!
Hope to see you there!
Dave K
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This is the one I've been personally trying to get into for a few years now.
Not just because it's in my own 'back yard', but this place is one of my
favourite places to visit--
The Hamilton Museum of Steam & Technology National Historic Site
<https://www.hamilton.ca/attractions/hamilton-civic-museums/hamilton-museum-steam-technology-national-historic-site>
Sandy and I took Josh a few years back for the Boats, Models and Trains event---
<https://www.hamilton.ca/attractions/events-calendar/boats-models-and-trains?view=0>
and it was a blast. They have a relatively large outdoor permanent train
layout. I don't know the scale, but you can ride the train cars--I think its 8
inches or something.
They also have a raised train track layout at the same scale, on which a
'scratch built' functioning steam engine will pull a few people around--that was
awesome!
The model boat builders set up a temporary pond, and kids can RC boat race and
stuff.
The Meccano guys have been there in the past, and their creations are pretty
great.
But the tour of the pump house...
I was like Iain with his trains...
<https://museumshamilton.com/#/pano/hamilton-civic-engine-deck-controls>
And, also knowing the history of Hamilton a bit, and knowing the role this pump
house played 150ish years ago...
K, enough gushing about the location.
So I'm bringing the CSL to their Boats, Models and Train event--it's 2 days--the
25 and 26th of May. Public hours are 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days. You can do
the other stuff as well, and get a tour of the pump house.
I'm going to try it out this year with the layout, mostly because we don't have
alotta 'lead time' to get others signed up for a bigger display, but I really
hope this one is successful, not only so we can have a bigger turnout next year,
but the person I'm working with would love to see basically an 'all lego' event
in 2020 that they can market it and it'd just be us :)
Now that would be awesome!
Anyway, I'm excited, and if you are interested in displaying on May 25/26th, let
me know and I can check with the organizer--I'd love to see you. Our display
will be inside the building, which gets locked up at night with security and all
that.
As an aside, I didn't want to do more than 4-5 shows a year when I started
getting back into it, and I'm already at 4 now--2 done, 2 confirmed for May. I
did these shows to see how the CSL can be packed and how quickly it can be set
up.
I'm tentative for the Greater Toronto Train Show in October, so that's 5. We'll
see what else we can do. Leaping back into this, I already have around the same
number of shows this year that we used to do back in the day.
Dave K
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I'm going to go all rtlT 'old school' on this one.
I contacted the organisers at the Greater Toronto Train Show and they would like
to have us at their train show October 5 and 6th in Brampton, Ontario.
Now I'm ONLY going to do this show if I get some people committed to bringing
*something* for displaying. I will be bringing the CSL, so we already have a 5
by 7.5 spot filled.
I'm thinking about a 10 x 20 foot display area, set up all old school with
tables around the perimeter and us all in the middle, having a grand old time.
So if you have anything that you want to display--doesn't have to be trains or
space,--ANYTHING LEGO would be fantastic--and you can attend for the weekend,
let me know.
The web page for the show is here--
<https://www.torontotrainshow.com/>
Details--
SHOW LOCATION
Brampton Fairgrounds
12942 Heart Lake Road, Brampton ON
SHOW HOURS
SAT - OCTOBER 5, 2019
10:00AM To 4:00PM
SUN - OCTOBER 6, 2019
10:00 AM To 4:00 PM
50,000 Square Feet Of Model Trains Including A New Third Building!
Operating Layouts
New & Used Items For Sale
Play Area For The Kids
Free Parking & Fully Accessible Building
ATM & Food On Site
The good bit is that if we're exhibitors, we get 'food credit vouchers' for the
on-site food vendors. I don't know what they are, so there may be a Wendy's run
in there at some point, but hey, free lunch for 2 days.
I'll need to know soon--like at or before the lego dinner in May. I'd like some
confirmation so I know what I have to arrange. If 3-4 people at minimum sign
up, I'll just ask for a 10x10 area--that'll suffice. However, if we get the
attendance that we used to get 'back in the day', I'll ask for a 10x20 foot
area.
We've done it in the past and always had a great time. Forward to all your
friends (those that don't check LUGNET) and let me know
Thanks
Dave K
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Wow--2 shows scheduled!
So we have the '80's Toy Expo on April 7th, 2019
<https://www.ontariocollectorscon.com/80s-toy-expo-2019-is-april-7th-in-mississauga-ontario/>
(which I asked for more tables for others to display their stuff :) )
and now we are scheduled to appear at the Ancaster Collectorfest on May 5, 2019
<http://www.collectorshows.ca/Shows/TOY_2019-05-05.php>
I'm looking forward to both, and I love the idea of just doing shows :) (1)
If you have the time, stop on by--these shows have pretty inexpensive admission
fees, and I'll be there talking myself hoarse with the public...
Dave K
1 - So if you have a show at which the OBB CSL would be appropriate, please drop
me a line--I'm looking to do more shows!
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I've now signed up the OBB CSL for the '80's Toy Expo on April 7th, 2019
<https://www.ontariocollectorscon.com/80s-toy-expo-2019-is-april-7th-in-mississauga-ontario/>
It's at the same hotel convention room as the last show--
6750 Mississauga Road, Mississauga, Ontario
I've also requested an additional 'display table' so others can display their
stuff. I've had a few people voice interest in bringing something for display.
I don't know how well this'll go over, but I'm going to try it and see what
happens :)
I'm also hoping that I'll have at least a bit of time to take some good pictures
and video of the layout this time--I didn't have any time last show for this.
Hope to see you there!
Dave K
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Good morning!
Easing back into the 'Doing Shows', I've signed up the OBB CSL for hte Ontario
Collectors Con--
http://www.ontariocollectorscon.com/
Details00
January 27th, 2019
Hilton Mississauga/Meadowvale
6750 Mississauga Road, Mississauga, Ontario
10am - 4pm
The cost for visitors?--
Early admission tickets (10am entry) are $20.
General admission tickets (11am entry) are $10.
Kids between 5 and 12 are $5. There is no charge for children under 5 years of
age.
All tickets are available at the door. All prices are in Canadian dollars.
Hopefully I will have a working layout by then. I was in the middle of
recreating the entire layout for easier storage and moving.
I'm looking forward to the show!
Hope to see you there!
Dave K
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In lugnet.events, "Tedward" wrote:
> Would love to see the pics as I missed the con again this year. Sadly the
> privacy setting seems to not be set to "public".
Oops! You are right -- my bad. I thought it was set to Public, but it wasn't.
Does it load for you now?
--Todd
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Would love to see the pics as I missed the con again this year. Sadly the
privacy setting seems to not be set to "public".
-Ted
In lugnet.events, "Todd Lehman" <tsl@tsl.bu.edu> wrote:
> It was a blast and, as always, there were so many amazing MOCs!
>
> Album is here:
>
> https://www.facebook.com/todd.s.lehman/albums/10103439858867060
>
> --Todd
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So, Western Canada is finally getting a brick convention:
BrickCan in Richmond, BC, April 21 - 24, 2016.
This may be the first brick convention being held at a casino.
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This is a call out to all AFOL, LEGO collectors, builders, hobbyists,
enthusiasts within walking, driving or flying distance of Toronto, Canada.
The Brickfête Team would love to see you this summer for our annual LEGO Fan
Convention. Join us for some good times completely focused on our beloved
obsession with the brick. You will see some amazing displays, have chances to
get involved with fun games and event, as well as hear from an official LEGO
Designer and LEGO Master Builder.
This July 11, 12, 13 and 14, 2013!
Hilton Hotel, Airport Rd in Toronto, Canada
To register for the four days visit our AFOL portion of our site…
www.brickfete.com/AFOL/event and please note, space is limited so act now,
operators are standing by.
We have secured some great room rates (however those end soon, so book now
before you end up paying full Toronto prices.)
If you are from out of town (or country) we are located right across from the
Toronto Airport, which means you can just fly here, board the shuttle to the
hotel and not worry about renting cars, maps or public transit.
Join our website’s free forum if you have any questions or want to discuss
things such as sharing a room, collaborative builds, or just a chance to connect
with others before the event.
Our list of events are being posted and there is something for everyone to get
involved with.
Have you built something cool that others would love to see???
Do you want to hang out with other amazing builders?
Listen to LEGO guest speakers or get involved with build challenges or contests!
Don't forget those prize raffles and all the other fun activities!
Want to have chances to win LEGO prizes or bid in the LEGO auction??
Display with us and enjoy the company of other AFOLS.
We can’t wait to see you on the attendees list and to see what you have built.
If you are new to conventions and are hesitating… check this forum post out and
feel free to ask questions www.brickfete.com/AFOL/thread/120
All the rest of the details and more can be read on www.brickfete.com
See you in July,
Janey Red Brick & Chris Magno
On behalf of the entire Brickfete team!
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Does your child love LEGO?
Check out Brickfête’s Public Expo Days
The general public is invited to view the awesome LEGO Creations on display
July 13th and 14th, 2013 – 10am until 3pm
Tickets sold at the door and online
We cant wait to see you there,
The Brickfête Team
“A festival run by fans, made by the fans, for the fans.”
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Good afternoon everyone,
If you have not heard, Brickworld 2013 will be held at a new home - The
Renaissance Hotel & Convention Center in Shaumburg, IL. This move is in
response to the attendees desire to hold the event in a single room. We will be
starting this year with a 50,000 square foot room for the fun.
This will be an entirely new and fun experience for all the attendees.
You can learn more at Brickworld’s web site.
Also, Geek Nation Tours will be hosting a special tour to the event if they
generate enough interest. Stay tuned as they will post additional information.
As always, we look forward to seeing everyone at the event in June.
Warm Regards,
Adam, Bryan and the entire Brickworld Team
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BrickHaven 2012 is an AFOL Weekend Getaway designed for adult LEGO fans and
their families, to be hosted at Legoland Florida on November 3rd & 4th, 2012.
(See the web-site for registration).
The weekend will include:
- Discount park tickets
- Two presentations -- one focused on the park (on Saturday), and one via
model builder staff (on Sunday)
- A in-park scavenger hunt with prizes
- A catered BBQ lunch on Saturday
- Limited MOC space if there is enough interest. In a covered area; volunteers
to help watch the area whilst fans play in the park.
- And other fun activities lined up, that you'll have to be registered to learn
about!
http://www.brick-haven.com/
http://www.facebook.com/groups/266150593496205/
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The BrickCon 2012 Presentation/Session/Activity schedule is being
finalized this weekend before the program goes to press, so if you'd like
to give a talk/moderate a roundtable/run an activity I need a title,
description, and requirements by September 15, this Saturday.
Also due this Saturday are Audio/Visual stuff associated with a
presentation (such as PowerPoint presentations, videos, or projected
images) which need to go to Nicole, our AV master. Contact me for her
e-mail.
Relatedly, the Virtual LEGO Room Tour, hosted by Carlyle Livingston, will
be returning to BrickCon this year.
http://news.lugnet.com/events/nwbrickcon/?n=419
Basically, this will be a roundtable where people bring pictures of their
Lego storage/build/sorting areas and do a show and tell. Since
those are projected images they will also need to be taken and sent to
Nicole by the end of Saturday.
BrickCon is an annual adult Lego fan convention and exhibition in Seattle
since 2002. BrickCon 2012 will be October 4, 5, 6, and 7 at the Seattle
Center Exhibition Hall and Northwest Rooms
http://www.brickcon.org/builders
--
Thomas Garrison
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SAN DIEGO COMIC-CON (July 11, 2012)
LEGO® Systems Celebrates a New Theme Each Day at San Diego Comic-Con
-Surprises abound for fans as construction toy maker unveils new playsets,
life-sized models, mystery builds, contests and one-of-a-kind
giveaways in support of popular licensed properties-
LEGO Systems, Inc., the world’s leading construction toy manufacturer, unveils
its largest ever San Diego Comic-Con presence with a “theme of the day” calendar
of events that celebrates its top licensed properties including LEGO® THE LORD
OF THE RINGS™ and LEGO THE HOBBIT™, LEGO Super Heroes, LEGO Star Wars™ and LEGO
NINJAGO. LEGO Systems welcomes show attendees with displays of life-size models,
first-ever “reveals” of LEGO building sets and limited edition giveaways. In
addition, attendees are invited to help “build” a section of its booth each day
that features 7.5 feet tall mosaics of Comic Con favorites at booth #2829 of the
San Diego Convention Center, July 12-15.
“Each year we’re overwhelmed by the excitement Comic-Con fans show toward the
LEGO brand and the new playsets we introduce based on their favorite characters
and storylines,” said Michael McNally, brand relations director, LEGO Systems,
Inc. “As we celebrate our 80th anniversary this year, we’re pulling out all the
stops in San Diego to show fans how the classic LEGO brick continues to build
popularity among children and adults of all ages with a rotation of themes and
activities for fans of all interests.”
LEGO The Lord of the Rings and LEGO The Hobbit- Thursday, July 12
Epic characters and scenes take LEGO form in the newly released LEGO THE LORD OF
THE RINGSTM collection, based on the popular THE LORD OF THE RINGS trilogy.
Additionally, to coincide with the release of The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey
in December, LEGO Systems will introduce a collection of LEGO THE HOBBIT: AN
UNEXPECTED JOURNEY™ building sets in December 2012.
The imaginations of fans attending the show will journey to Middle-earth when
they catch a sneak peek of the first LEGO The Hobbit set in the upcoming
collection, and a preview of short videos for LEGO THE LORD OF THE RINGS that
are scheduled to air on Cartoon Network. The excitement continues with a
hands-on Hobbit-themed scavenger hunt to build Bilbo Baggins in LEGO minifigure
form. Attendees may pick up the first piece of Bilbo along with a special
Middle-earth map at the LEGO booth, which will lead them on a show floor journey
to collect the missing pieces to complete the Bilbo minifigure. The reverse side
of the map includes instructions for a LEGO THE LORD OF THE RINGS contest that
challenges fans to build any scene from THE LORD OF THE RINGS trilogy for a
chance to win a trip to LEGOLAND® California along with a Warner Bros. studio
tour. For those not attending the show, instructions can be found at
http://thelordoftherings.lego.com. LEGO Systems will also host a raffle to award
one lucky winner a custom 5-inch model of Bilbo made completely out of LEGO
bricks.
LEGO Super Heroes – Friday, July 13
LEGO Super Heroes: DC Universe TM adventures soar to new heights with the
public debut of 2013 LEGO Super Heroes minifigures. To spotlight the collection
that recreates famous DC Comic Super Heroes and Super Villains with a collection
of sets and buildable characters, LEGO Systems will display a LEGO Super Heroes
DC Universe 3-D mosaic featuring iconic images of Wonder Woman™, Batman™ and
Superman™. One raffle winner will receive an exclusive 5-inch Batman model in
LEGO form.
LEGO Super Heroes: MARVEL sets and buildable action figures bring scenes of
great Marvel characters such as the Avengers, Spider-Man and X-Men to life, in
addition to new characters unveiled for the first time in their 2013 LEGO MARVEL
Super Heroes minifigure form. A life-size model of the Incredible Hulk in LEGO
form will dominate the show floor, 2012 construction sets will be displayed and
an exclusive 5-inch Spider-Man in LEGO form will be given away to one lucky
winner who enters Friday’s raffle.
LEGO Star Wars – Saturday, July 14
May the Force be with San Diego Comic-Con visitors as LEGO Systems unveils the
new LEGO Star Wars Rancor Pit construction set, one of 20 new LEGO Star Wars
sets launching in 2013 and a sneak preview of the latest LEGO Star Wars episode
slated to air on Cartoon Network. To complete this day’s expedition, a
one-of-a-kind 5-inch Luke Skywalker in LEGO form will be given away to one lucky
winner who enters the raffle.
LEGO NINJAGO – Sunday, July 15
One of the most successful LEGO play themes ever, NINJAGO introduces a new
chapter to a storyline that merges classic construction with social and virtual
gaming experiences, anchored by 26 episodes of the NINJAGO: Masters of Spinjitzu
animated television series airing on Cartoon Network. Devoted ninjas should
gather at the LEGO booth at 2 PM PST on Sunday for a special Ninjago
announcement that will further the excitement of this original story. An
exclusive panel discussing all things LEGO NINJAGO takes place Sunday morning at
10:30 AM in room #8. A one-of-a-kind 5-inch green LEGO Ninja will be awarded to
winner of Sunday’s raffle.
LEGO Systems, Inc. is the North American division of The LEGO Group, a
privately-held, family-owned company based in Billund, Denmark, one of the
world’s leading manufacturers of creatively educational play materials for
children. The company is committed to the development of children’s creative and
imaginative abilities, and its employees are guided by the motto adopted in the
1930s by founder Ole Kirk Christiansen: “Only the best is good enough.” Visit
the virtual LEGO world at www.LEGO.com
LEGO, the LEGO logo, DUPLO, NINJAGO and TECHNIC are trademarks of the LEGO
Group. © 2012 The LEGO Group.
DC Universe and all related characters are elements or trademarks of and © DC
Comics.
TM and © 2012 Marvel and Subs.
© New Line Productions, Inc. All rights reserved. THE HOBBIT: AN UNEXPECTED
JOURNEY and the names of the characters, items, events and places therein are
trademarks of The Saul Zaentz Company d/b/a Middle-earth Enterprises under
license to New Line Productions, Inc. (s12)
© 2012 New Line Productions, Inc. All rights reserved. The Lord of the Rings:
The Fellowship of the Ring, The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers, The Lord of
the Rings: The Return of the King and the names of the characters, items, events
and places therein are trademarks of The Saul Zaentz Company d/b/a Middle-earth
Enterprises under license to New Line Productions, Inc. (s12)
© 2012 Lucasfilm Ltd. & TM. All rights reserved.
From: LEGO
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In lugnet.events, Benjamin Medinets wrote:
> In lugnet.events, Dan Prouty wrote:
> > Just in case folks hadn't heard already the grand opening for the new Lego store
> > at the Eastview mall near Rochester, NY will be April 27, 28 and 28.
> >
> > If you have met some of the master builders, Chris will be there : ) I also
> > heard they are still looking for volunteers - for 6 hours of fun (volunteering
> > with the Buzz Lightyear Build) you can get 30% off your purchase!!!
> >
> > http://stores.lego.com/en-us/Victor/LandingPage.aspx
> >
> > If you want to help just call the store at (585) 223-9686
> >
> > Can't wait for my first store opening!!!
>
> I can't wait either. The mall is absolutely gorgeous, The lego store itself is
> quite small. My advice is get in line early on Saturday and Sunday if
> you want the store build or the minifig set.
>
> Ben
LUCNY's sending 5 members as volunteers - see you there, Ben and Dan!
Ed
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In lugnet.events, Dan Prouty wrote:
> Just in case folks hadn't heard already the grand opening for the new Lego store
> at the Eastview mall near Rochester, NY will be April 27, 28 and 28.
>
> If you have met some of the master builders, Chris will be there : ) I also
> heard they are still looking for volunteers - for 6 hours of fun (volunteering
> with the Buzz Lightyear Build) you can get 30% off your purchase!!!
>
> http://stores.lego.com/en-us/Victor/LandingPage.aspx
>
> If you want to help just call the store at (585) 223-9686
>
> Can't wait for my first store opening!!!
I can't wait either. The mall is absolutely gorgeous, The lego store itself is
quite small. My advice is get in line early on Saturday and Sunday if
you want the store build or the minifig set.
Ben
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Just in case folks hadn't heard already the grand opening for the new Lego store
at the Eastview mall near Rochester, NY will be April 27, 28 and 28.
If you have met some of the master builders, Chris will be there : ) I also
heard they are still looking for volunteers - for 6 hours of fun (volunteering
with the Buzz Lightyear Build) you can get 30% off your purchase!!!
http://stores.lego.com/en-us/Victor/LandingPage.aspx
If you want to help just call the store at (585) 223-9686
Can't wait for my first store opening!!!
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