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(...) Yes. Don't care (if qualified to say "I would do either or") is a viable option. You should also provide a link in your publicity to here: (URL) well as putting it on the front page. I wanted to go see the results but had to submit a blank (...) (25 years ago, 16-Jul-01, to lugnet.events)
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(...) Getting free use of a uni may be the thing that ought to be the key driver of date/location, then... as hiring rooms will definitely increase cost substantially. The next Brickfest may have a problem though, it may be on the verge of (...) (25 years ago, 16-Jul-01, to lugnet.events)
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(...) I'd drive as far as Phoenix or Vancouver without a second thought. I love road trips. --Bill. (25 years ago, 16-Jul-01, to lugnet.events)
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Greetings all! Over in .events, several folks, especially us nutty West Coasters, have been seriously discussing the possibility of a new Brickfest-like event. I have posted a quick survey to help gauge folks level of interest in this idea. Please (...) (25 years ago, 16-Jul-01, to lugnet.general, lugnet.announce, lugnet.events, lugnet.org) !
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(...) Wilco. (...) I was trying to keep 'maybe', 'don't care', 'no opinion' out...I guess to force a decision...some folks tend towards wishy-washy choices when presented with them. I'd rather have someone take the time to think and check more than (...) (25 years ago, 16-Jul-01, to lugnet.events)
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Matthew Gerber wrote in message ... (...) lugnet.events.. .announce, .general, and RTL as a minimum I'd say. 5a should have a "don't care" option 7c should have a link to the LUGNET thread for those who come from elsewhere Kevin ---...--- Craftsman (...) (25 years ago, 16-Jul-01, to lugnet.events)
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(...) That's why the primary idea is quarterly events. In fact, between your home area and Florida, I see those as the other primary targets for other events. I suppose you've already given this some thought? (...) Chances are that any other event (...) (25 years ago, 16-Jul-01, to lugnet.events)
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Preface: I'd love to see more events in more places, if doing so can be done so as not to dilute the wonderful thing that I just got done experiencing. (...) I strongly oppose concurrence. You're guaranteeing that you'll have two small, struggling (...) (25 years ago, 16-Jul-01, to lugnet.events)
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(...) Roger that. DIA is pressure differentialed (it sucks). I never thought I'd hate a NEW airport as much as Detroit Metro (which needs to be blown up) but I have to agree. Tearing down Stapleton was the height of arrogance too. Double roger on (...) (25 years ago, 16-Jul-01, to lugnet.events)
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As promised... (URL) take a minute to go to the above page and take the survey. I'll compile all of the data and post it on the survey return page and here to LUGNET. That way we should all be able to track it and discern our best courses of action (...) (25 years ago, 16-Jul-01, to lugnet.events)
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(...) I'm working on this right now. Matt (25 years ago, 16-Jul-01, to lugnet.events)
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(...) Heh... (...) True...but nicer weather makes for happier people, especially those who are travelling long distances to attend. It also impacts any activities outside the actual event area. Matt (25 years ago, 16-Jul-01, to lugnet.events)
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(...) April and October are pretty much the same. 60 degrees with a high probability of rain. Summer around here generally starts around July and lasts until mid-September. Either way, we're mostly going to be indoors with the bricks, so I don't (...) (25 years ago, 16-Jul-01, to lugnet.events)
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(...) Just from the opinions being posted here, there seems to be some favor for either having a regional brickfest in the NW from the locals as well as Canadians. Or a Southern Cal brickfest. ( Sorry Tanya!) Instead of starting big we might be (...) (25 years ago, 15-Jul-01, to lugnet.events)
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(...) Oh, I understand and all...that's why I was leaning away from the idea in the first place...it was just kinda' growing on me the more I thought about it. It might be smart to do an impromptu poll of those with the means/willigness to travel to (...) (25 years ago, 15-Jul-01, to lugnet.events)
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(...) I agree it is non-central, but like you said, there is a big Lego event there every day, that is what makes it a great location. I know there were alot of Lugnetters out in Carlsbad not to long ago, but I think there is more than enough locals (...) (25 years ago, 15-Jul-01, to lugnet.events, lugnet.org.us.lugola)
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In lugnet.events, Matthew Gerber writes: we could try to hold ALL of the events at (...) Sorry - Hate is a strong word, but I think I definitely hate this idea. I much prefer the idea of quarterly events. Are there no Midwesterners interested in (...) (25 years ago, 15-Jul-01, to lugnet.events)
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I DON'T like the idea. If we're going to have BrickFests all over, it would be nice if we can try to get Brad to show at each one (in person, not vidconf), and that won't happen with them happening at once. Besides, I might want to attend a PacNW (...) (25 years ago, 15-Jul-01, to lugnet.events)
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(...) Which is better for WA - Apr or Oct? Is it still cold in April in Seattle? (...) Hehe - NOT a problem. Carlsbad is very near the Mexico border - there's no such thing as winter down there. -- Tom Stangl ***(URL) Visual FAQ home ***(URL) Bay (...) (25 years ago, 15-Jul-01, to lugnet.events)
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Matt, FYI, we're not 8 hours north of Carlsbad ;-) Not if you drive like any typical Californian once you get on I5, that is ;-) I can make it from Sunnyvale to Carlsbad in 6 hours flat, and that's not really rushing it at all. Personally, I'd be (...) (25 years ago, 15-Jul-01, to lugnet.events)
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