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(URL) BrickFest PDX 2007 is coming! Where: Portland, Oregon When: March 30th - April 1st 2007 Public Hours: April 1st 2007, 10am – 4pm Do you have Lego sets on your shelves that you would be willing to part with? Do you have Lego parts or other (...) (18 years ago, 19-Jan-07, to lugnet.events.brickfest, FTX) !!
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| | Re: BrickFest™ PDX 2007 Commemorative Event Kit...
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Um, how can it be one-of-a-kind if each attendee can buy two? :P (18 years ago, 16-Jan-07, to lugnet.events.brickfest)
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(...) Yes, Jeremy did a great job with it, I think it's an outstanding event model. (...) Good catch - the bricks for the 2007 event haven't been made yet, so we used the only PDX brick we had available, which of course had 2004 on it (from the last (...) (18 years ago, 15-Jan-07, to lugnet.events.brickfest, FTX)
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(...) Very nice model!!! I hope you plan to change the year on the engraved brick :) Conversely - If Portland is in a time warp, please place a bet for me over the phone to Vegas - I want to bet on Florida to win the national championship in NCAA (...) (18 years ago, 15-Jan-07, to lugnet.events.brickfest, FTX)
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| | Re: Train Layout at BrickFest™ PDX 2007 (March 30th-April 1st)
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(...) Hey, I resent that sort of remark! I am an SCA member AND I do castles... but ... oh, wait. Nevermind. ;) (18 years ago, 15-Jan-07, to lugnet.events.brickfest)
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(...) In the past, having watched Christina and Kevin Loch, and all the many others dedicated to planning events, it seemed clear to me that the huge, megaconventions like BF, take much more than 6 months to plan. I think she is stating that no one (...) (18 years ago, 14-Jan-07, to lugnet.events.brickfest)
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"...I do not have the sufficient resources to pull the summer BrickFest event together in a way I would be happy about..." I don't understand why you shot this down so completely? First, let me say that I am personally disappointed, so my post may (...) (18 years ago, 14-Jan-07, to lugnet.events.brickfest)
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(...) Hmm. This is something that I guess I'm confused on. What's the difference between a regional, national, and international event? I had assumed (quite possibly wrongly) that it was where the folks attended from, not the inital intentions of (...) (18 years ago, 12-Jan-07, to lugnet.events.brickfest, FTX)
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(...) Good one! But actually, that's a good point; instead of riffing on BrickFest (BrickWorld) or LEGOWorld (BrickWorld), it could've riffed on NWBrickCon (MWBrickCon), which in my mind is the premier regional event in the US. (...) Well, I have to (...) (18 years ago, 11-Jan-07, to lugnet.events.brickfest, FTX)
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(...) John & the whole community, We want to apologize on behalf of ourselves and the Brickworld Team. If anything we have done to create a great public event in Chicago has offended you, we are truly and sincerely sorry. Our goals were to give the (...) (18 years ago, 11-Jan-07, to lugnet.events.brickfest, FTX)
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(...) Which is a shame, because 2BeCon was really a lot of fun (especially the year before, when it didn't implode). And I don't think we'll have a corset-fitter at BrickWorld (mores the pity), or the pirates :-). But yes, on a more serious note, (...) (18 years ago, 11-Jan-07, to lugnet.events.brickfest)
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(...) Agreed. Some might find it important to note that Brickworld essentiall grew out of discussions at last year's Chicago House of Bricks. Last year's HoB was a great success, but the sci-fi convention it was attached to was--to put it mildly, (...) (18 years ago, 11-Jan-07, to lugnet.events.brickfest)
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(...) It would have been silly to choose NWBrickCon. That name's already been used. :) Seriously... I'm not sure exactly where the name came from, but it's just a name. I'd have to think it's because there may be a "World of Bricks". Steve (18 years ago, 11-Jan-07, to lugnet.events.brickfest)
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In lugnet.events.brickfest, Steve Hassenplug wrote: <snippages> (...) One confusing aspect might be the event's name. Why "BrickWorld"? Why not something more regional, like the organizers of NWBrickCon chose? Not only doesn't it sound like it wants (...) (18 years ago, 11-Jan-07, to lugnet.events.brickfest, FTX)
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(...) Nor, I suspect, as competition. Judging from how difficult it is to coordinate things like Thanksgiving dinner or a simple family reunion, I can only imagine the difficulty pulling together a big event, like the two Brickfests I attended in (...) (18 years ago, 11-Jan-07, to lugnet.events.brickfest)
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(...) ditto, best wishes for brickfest pdx! Wish I could be there. Cheers- Cyndi (18 years ago, 11-Jan-07, to lugnet.events.brickfest)
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(...) Kelly, I think the confusion is from the fact that the BrickFest event in Portland has always been "BrickFest PDX", while the event in DC has just been "BrickFest". For a couple years, there have been two events carrying the BrickFest name. (...) (18 years ago, 11-Jan-07, to lugnet.events.brickfest)
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In lugnet.events.brickfest, Christina Hitchcock wrote: Snipped Christina (and Kelly and Steve) best of luck with BrickFest this March. I bet its going to be amazing, and I hope that even with all the work and planning and endless details, that the (...) (18 years ago, 11-Jan-07, to lugnet.events.brickfest)
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| | Classic Space Fly-In at BrickFest PDX
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This year at BrickFest in Portland we will be doing something a little different. We will attempt to display every single Space set, 1979-1999, Classic through Insectoids, in one giant and beautiful layout. So we need you to bring a few of your (...) (18 years ago, 11-Jan-07, to lugnet.events.brickfest, lugnet.announce, lugnet.space, FTX) !!
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(...) I am just wondering if the sudden emergence of another event (BrickWorld) in close temporal proximity to the usual BrickFest time had anything to do with Christina's decision. JOHN (18 years ago, 10-Jan-07, to lugnet.events.brickfest, FTX)
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(...) BrickFest = BrickFest... Since there will only be one BrickFest event in 2007, "BrickFest PDX '07" is the same as "BrickFest 2007". Hope this clears up the confusion. (...) (URL) See Christina's earlier post regarding a Summer 2007 event.> (...) (18 years ago, 10-Jan-07, to lugnet.events.brickfest, FTX)
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Just to be sure... BrickFest PDX 2007 (Portland, OR) is still a go, it is 'not' cancelled. However, BrickFest 2007 (Wash. DC. area) as if right I don't know. Knowing it can be confusing with mentioning two BrickFest events in the same year. There is (...) (18 years ago, 10-Jan-07, to lugnet.events.brickfest, FTX)
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(...) I have been concerned that I can only afford to attend one LEGO event each year and was going to have to choose between BrickFest (the largest, best-known event) or the new BrickWorld (which is much closer to my home and more convenient for me (...) (18 years ago, 9-Jan-07, to lugnet.events.brickfest, FTX)
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(...) Somewhat sad, but understandable. And I definitely think that BrickFest is better off being a 'GREAT' event than being a 'YEARLY' event. Time to start planning for 2008! I am especially glad to hear of the one-day public expo. Personally, I (...) (18 years ago, 9-Jan-07, to lugnet.events.brickfest)
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(...) ... (...) So, are you saying there will not be a BrickFest in DC in 2007? (or elsewhere on the east coast) Sorry to hear that. So, it sounds like a good time to have an event in Chicago... Steve (18 years ago, 9-Jan-07, to lugnet.events.brickfest)
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a side and personal note to the community/those of you who know me: After BrickFest 2006 I was energized and encouraged by others to get back to work and refocus the event on the fans. Bigger does not mean better. Micro MOC's are a great example of (...) (18 years ago, 9-Jan-07, to lugnet.events.brickfest) !!
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| | BrickFest PDX '07 Registration Open
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(2 URLs) BrickFest PDX ’07 Registration is now open! We had a great pre-registration period waiting for the new year to click over and now you can register at (URL). Also the Red Lion hotel at the Convention Center is taking phone reservations for (...) (18 years ago, 3-Jan-07, to lugnet.events.brickfest, lugnet.events, lugnet.announce, lugnet.fun.community, lugnet.org, lugnet.people, lugnet.build, lugnet.trains.org, lugnet.castle, lugnet.space, FTX) !!
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| | BrickFest PDX '07 Pre-Registration
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(3 URLs) BrickFest™ PDX '07 Pre-Registration is now available via the website.> Where: Portland, OR When: March 30th - April 1st 2007 What: An AFOL CONVENTION - for the fans, by the fans, because of the fans! Come join us for the fun at BrickFest (...) (18 years ago, 9-Dec-06, to lugnet.events.brickfest, lugnet.events, lugnet.announce, lugnet.fun.community, lugnet.org, lugnet.people, lugnet.build, lugnet.trains.org, lugnet.castle, lugnet.space, FTX) !!
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| | Call for BrickFest Event Graphic
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The organizers of BrickFest™ PDX '07 invite the designers and artists of the community to submit graphic ideas/artwork for the Official BrickFest PDX '07 Event Graphic. The selected graphic may be used on items such as event T-shirts, train (...) (18 years ago, 3-Dec-06, to lugnet.events.brickfest, lugnet.announce, lugnet.general, FTX)
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| | Re: BrickFest PDX '07 Public Announcment
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Hi Will, Yes, we definitely have plans for a BrickBazaar. At this time we are still staffing up (and looking for volunteers!). I will capture that BrickArms would like a space and make sure we get back to you when we open the BrickBazaar vendor (...) (18 years ago, 13-Nov-06, to lugnet.events.brickfest, FTX)
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(...) Very cool! I know this takes a lot of effort to organize, and we sure appreciate it. Will there be a BrickBazaar? If so, when can I sign up? ;) ---Will Chapman BrickArms LLC (18 years ago, 9-Nov-06, to lugnet.events.brickfest, FTX)
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(...) This is awesome news, guys! PDX '04 was a fantastic event, and I'm glad the pieces came together to do it all again. Can't wait! Robin (18 years ago, 6-Nov-06, to lugnet.events.brickfest, FTX)
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(...) Wohoo! I am so there next year. -Orion (18 years ago, 6-Nov-06, to lugnet.events.brickfest, FTX)
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!! Spotlight (18 years ago, 6-Nov-06, to lugnet.events.brickfest) !
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Yep, mine arrived last week sometime, can't remember when. Not that I've even had time to open it yet... (...) (18 years ago, 1-Nov-06, to lugnet.events.brickfest)
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Update from the ME Models Crew concerning the Event Kits- They are in the mail. People who ordered and paid were shipped first, those who ordered and requested to be invoiced, please check your e-mail...the invoices are in there. For those who did (...) (18 years ago, 31-Oct-06, to lugnet.events.brickfest)
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(...) I have been in contact with ME Models (actually they contacted me about it) concerning this - they had issues getting some parts ond only got them in the past two weeks - since then they have been working on getting things packed and sent. If (...) (18 years ago, 9-Oct-06, to lugnet.events.brickfest)
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(...) I still haven't received mine, along with the rest of my ME Models order. I hope they don't sell out their additional copies just yet! Any luck getting yours, Thomas? Ed (18 years ago, 9-Oct-06, to lugnet.events.brickfest)
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(...) Versus what? where? It makes it more centrally located. on any of the coasts makes it hard for many people to drive. And it is less expensive than more major cities. The question was basically if the convention is to be held somewhere else, (...) (18 years ago, 8-Oct-06, to lugnet.events.brickfest)
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(...) For me, a LEGO store in the area doesn't add anything to the event or my chances of showing up. Typically, once I've paid for gas, food and lodging, there's no money left for shopping. I like the idea ofhaving BF in a more affordable place, (...) (18 years ago, 3-Oct-06, to lugnet.events.brickfest)
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(...) How about Minneapolis? There are A LOT of LEGO® Fans here AND there is of course the Mall of America LEGO® Store as well as some other cost effective methods of staying, etc... :) Sincerely, Brian (18 years ago, 3-Oct-06, to lugnet.events.brickfest)
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(...) Both Joe Meno and ME Models contacted me after I posted this. The Event Kit models were delayed due to them having to get additional parts from Bricklink; however, they are getting ready to produce their backlog of orders and will start (...) (18 years ago, 26-Sep-06, to lugnet.events.brickfest)
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(...) Somehow I missed purchasing it... As well as the 2005/2006 BF CD. Is it too late for both?? Janey "Red Brick" (18 years ago, 25-Sep-06, to lugnet.events.brickfest)
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I'm still waiting on mine. Just wondering if anyone had gotten their White House model yet. I assume it's being sent from ME-Models? -- Thomas Main thomasmain@charter.net (18 years ago, 25-Sep-06, to lugnet.events.brickfest)
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(...) Snip (...) I think... "Holy Macinaw... he shoots, he scoooooooores!" Nice job Jeff. I must admit, I picked up a number of those hockey sets myself, and aside from building a larger "Arena" I was convinced that I would "brasso" off the other (...) (18 years ago, 25-Sep-06, to lugnet.space, lugnet.events.brickfest, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, FTX)
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(...) Really well done, Jeff. To see the actual details in real life was a treat, it's very inspiring. Calum (18 years ago, 23-Sep-06, to lugnet.space, lugnet.events.brickfest, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, FTX)
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(...) Jeff, This is an amazing MOC. The perfect example of humor + wicked sweet building skillz. One of the best SHIPs I've seen! -Lenny (18 years ago, 23-Sep-06, to lugnet.space, lugnet.events.brickfest, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, FTX)
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(...) I think it's beautiful! The hatch doors are great! Let's play hockey!! I mean, let's go into space! Dave K (18 years ago, 23-Sep-06, to lugnet.space, lugnet.events.brickfest, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, FTX)
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Sorry about the spelling, I am sleeply this morning :( (URL) Introducing the Canadian Space Forces newest ship The Canuck The idea for this ship came to me as I was trying to find a use for the Hockey tiles from the Minifig Hockey set. This MOC was (...) (18 years ago, 22-Sep-06, to lugnet.space, lugnet.events.brickfest, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, FTX)
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(URL) Interducing the Canadian Space Forces newest ship The Canuck The idea for this ship cam to me as I was trying to find a use for the Hockey tiles from the Minifig Hockey set. This MOC was first displayed at Brickfest 2006. It took a bit longer (...) (18 years ago, 22-Sep-06, to lugnet.space, lugnet.events.brickfest, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, FTX) !!
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(...) Of course if BrickFest reverted to the weekend before GenCon, Indy would work out real nice for me... I'd just have to find some local willing to put me up (and put up with me) for a few days between... Frank (18 years ago, 18-Sep-06, to lugnet.events.brickfest)
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Hello all, As a DC area fan, I'm partial to keeping there event here; and in terms of general improvement every year and a steady attendence on public day it seems to me to make sense to keep it in the same town every year. That said, if BrickFest (...) (18 years ago, 17-Sep-06, to lugnet.events.brickfest)
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(...) I like the Minneapolis option. Prices are cheap here in the Midwest and there are plenty of direct flights for those that don't want to sit (BTW, if you're a COA or DAL Freq Flier, you earn miles on NWA), not to mention, NWA serves MSP from (...) (18 years ago, 18-Sep-06, to lugnet.events.brickfest)
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(...) OK Paul--Columbus would not be bad (18 years ago, 17-Sep-06, to lugnet.events.brickfest)
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(...) And that is very true. Many fans drive, they wish to bring creations, and airline travel limits that to a large extend. So, there is ONE city in the USA (guess which one) that can be reached by 2/3 of the entire US population within a 12 hour (...) (18 years ago, 17-Sep-06, to lugnet.events.brickfest)
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(...) On the other hand, of course, it may not be as attractive an option for those who wish to drive (18 years ago, 17-Sep-06, to lugnet.events.brickfest)
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I'd love to see Brickfest move to a central location, but be careful before you decide to become a traveling show. Conventions like Origins in the gaming world have historically performed unpredictably from year to year depending on the venue, while (...) (18 years ago, 16-Sep-06, to lugnet.events.brickfest)
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When I was talking about perhaps having some kind of "exchange program" within the fest community--This is the kind of thing I was thinking of that should make the rounds. (URL) (18 years ago, 16-Sep-06, to lugnet.events.brickfest)
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After reading all this thread and all of it's jockeying, opinions, and rhetoric there is only one answer... VEGAS BABY!!! (18 years ago, 15-Sep-06, to lugnet.events.brickfest)
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(...) I really do not think so--BrickFest DC may always be the "granddaddy" but there is plenty of room for others. NW BrickCon has grown every year (and the more it grows, the better for me-if they still continue to get their badges from me). They (...) (18 years ago, 15-Sep-06, to lugnet.events.brickfest)
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(...) - Mucho snippo - (...) Comparisons with SF cons are pretty valid - especially if you consider HoB's affiliation with one in Chicago. In the end, I think it'll come down to fan saturation and "market" pressures - what venues will be able to (...) (18 years ago, 14-Sep-06, to lugnet.events.brickfest)
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Hey, Ever hear of WorldCon. It's The premiere SciFi con, it moves every year and groups compete/bid for 2-3 years in advance to host it. So I see no reason why brickfest in all its glory could not become similar. I for one have never been to, and (...) (18 years ago, 14-Sep-06, to lugnet.events.brickfest)
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(...) I think our hobby is large enough to sustain multiple fests. Sure, most folks will only attend one per year. Other folks are willing, able, and excited, to attend multiple. That said, most hobbies also have one major event per year. In some (...) (18 years ago, 14-Sep-06, to lugnet.events.brickfest)
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(...) I'm not sure exactly where in DC Brickfest is held, but traffic on the Capitol beltway can be just as horrendous as traffic in Chicago or Atlanta. We've gotten to the point in the US where traffic just about anywhere is maddening. Houston, (...) (18 years ago, 14-Sep-06, to lugnet.events.brickfest)
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(...) Well, I don't think that's necessarily the point. I think there are a few sub issues here: 1) There should only be one major Lego convention every year 2) There shouldn't be MORE major Lego conventions every year 3) BrickFest shouldn't divide (...) (18 years ago, 14-Sep-06, to lugnet.events.brickfest)
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Actually, Chicago has had a brick event for the past two years. It's called "House of Bricks" and while it isn't as highly attended as Brickfest, those who have gone have had a good time by all reports. I was involved in HoB1, but not Hob2. HoB (...) (18 years ago, 14-Sep-06, to lugnet.events.brickfest)
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(...) Clearly, it's not that easy. Or, this discussion would not be taking place. For John and his son, the best place for BrickFest is DC. For me, it would be Indy. My son(s) don't yet have an opinion, because they haven't yet made the ten hour (...) (18 years ago, 14-Sep-06, to lugnet.events.brickfest)
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(...) Snip I disagree. This has already happened. It's called NWBrickCon. You might of heard of it. We're into 5 years of fest activities now. About a year or so shy of BrickFest. Now there was a one time spin off of BF-PDX. Which, from my (...) (18 years ago, 14-Sep-06, to lugnet.events.brickfest)
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(...) I don't think having more than one BrickFest is a viable option. We need one event to plan and pool our time and resources into, and if we begin to splinter into "The DC BrickFest", "The Midwest BrickFest", and the "West Coast BrickFest", the (...) (18 years ago, 14-Sep-06, to lugnet.events.brickfest)
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(...) Oh, I so hope the discussion can be, "in addition to Washington", instead of "instead of Washington". I've attended BrickFest with my son, 8 years old, as a member of the public for the last 3 years. I think you should not underestimate the (...) (18 years ago, 14-Sep-06, to lugnet.events.brickfest)
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| | Re: BrickFest registration fees (was: LEGO Adult Fan Convention at Legoland California?)
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(...) --SNIP-- (...) From (URL) allied by nature; having the same properties: Something akin to vertigo was troubling her. If you're going to go to the trouble of using the dictionary on one word at least take the time to use it on those preceeding (...) (18 years ago, 13-Sep-06, to lugnet.events, lugnet.events.brickfest)
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(...) Thomas- The Terms of Service for BrickLink limit sellers to LEGO branded product. People do sell other stuff, but it could get sticky. -Ted (18 years ago, 13-Sep-06, to lugnet.events.brickfest)
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(...) OK, make that BF 04 (DC and PDX), 05, and 06. -Ted (18 years ago, 13-Sep-06, to lugnet.events.brickfest)
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Atlanta would make sense, as it has a local club, a local store, Six Flags for other family members, a hub airport, and many other things to do. I'm sure it has plenty of space for a convention somewhere, considering the above. (...) (18 years ago, 13-Sep-06, to lugnet.events.brickfest)
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(...) If you travel to BrickFest by airplane, Washington D.C. is a very good destination. Fares are generally cheaper to D.C. than to other cities. They certainly are cheaper from California to D.C. than to New York or Boston or even Indianapolis. (...) (18 years ago, 13-Sep-06, to lugnet.events.brickfest)
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(...) It is no different than our toilets flushing in the opposite direction. We like to pay our money first, then find out what we spent it on. ;) Jude (18 years ago, 13-Sep-06, to lugnet.events, lugnet.events.brickfest, FTX)
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(...) I would like to suggest that we think about the entire country. I live in Utah and have to fly to Brickfest. If would be great if the hosting city was either a direct flight from most states or a major hub. IE - Dallas, Chicago, Washington DC, (...) (18 years ago, 13-Sep-06, to lugnet.events.brickfest)
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(...) i'm a little partial since i live in the chicago burbs but chicago really is the ideal location. between the "L"lines metra and the other sorces of transportatin, getting around the area is fairly easy. hotels can be as cheap as $40 a night (...) (18 years ago, 13-Sep-06, to lugnet.events.brickfest)
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I have noticed that there are always some left-over t-shirts, caps, pins and other Brickfest memorabilia after the event. Sometimes some items are available the following year. I think it would be great if there were a Bricklink shop that sold some (...) (18 years ago, 13-Sep-06, to lugnet.events.brickfest)
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To All, (...) As others have mentioned, I would love to see a Brickfest type event here in the midwest, and I would love to help out. Hopefully I will be able to participate more with IndyLUG here soon - our move is finally over, and my LSF is (...) (18 years ago, 13-Sep-06, to lugnet.events.brickfest)
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(...) Well I may not be the best authority on the subject but I'll give it a shot, I'm sure someone will correct me if I'm wrong. NWBrickCon has been fan organized from the beginning, we haven't hired anyone to help organize. I don't think the first (...) (18 years ago, 13-Sep-06, to lugnet.events.brickfest, FTX)
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(...) Hi Todd, Though I don't know whether it's appropriate that I take a hand in this discussion, but since I'm organizing events too (1000steine-Land), I can second your thoughts by all means. I wasn't counting hours, and I doubt I'm able to round (...) (18 years ago, 13-Sep-06, to lugnet.events, lugnet.events.brickfest)
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(...) What seems strange to me is people with such conviction about this not having asked for the financial details before attending. Seems that's the best time to find out. ROSCO (18 years ago, 13-Sep-06, to lugnet.events, lugnet.events.brickfest, FTX)
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(...) Me too. I'd be very happy to assist with the endeavor in any way I can. (18 years ago, 13-Sep-06, to lugnet.events.brickfest, lugnet.loc.us.in.ind)
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(...) If a proper venue could be aquired, such as the Indianapolis Convention Center, then there would be ample room for an enormous Brick Bazzar. A LEGO store is a great thing to have at Brickfest, but without one, the people selling on site could (...) (18 years ago, 13-Sep-06, to lugnet.events.brickfest, lugnet.loc.us.in.ind)
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(...) I think the point is that there is a group of volunteers, lined up and waiting to be tapped... Steve (in line) (18 years ago, 13-Sep-06, to lugnet.events.brickfest)
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(...) No disrespect to Frank, Jeramy, or anyone, but an active club is not, in my mind a prerequisite for a convention. The Washington Metropolitan Area has two active clubs, an LTC and a LUG. Neither plays an overly dominant role. I am not saying (...) (18 years ago, 13-Sep-06, to lugnet.events.brickfest, FTX)
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(...) SPACE!!! ROSCO (18 years ago, 13-Sep-06, to lugnet.events, lugnet.events.brickfest, lugnet.fun, lugnet.space, FTX) !
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(...) Thanks, Frank, and sorry about the mistake. I had no recollection of the fees, and was just going by (URL) exchange> - which I thought pertained to the registration, but since there was a fee in 2001, they must have meant that the space was (...) (18 years ago, 13-Sep-06, to lugnet.events, lugnet.events.brickfest, FTX)
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(...) I'm pretty sure BrickFest 2000 had a registration fee. I know that it was pointed out at one point that even in 2000, the facility was NOT free (I had been under that impression, and I know when conversation started about BF2001, perhaps even (...) (18 years ago, 13-Sep-06, to lugnet.events, lugnet.events.brickfest)
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In lugnet.events, Todd Thuma wrote: . . . a bunch of stuff about the hidden costs of convention center unions . . . snipped! Eric Sink (a software developer) wrote a great article about trade shows: (URL) Much of what he has to say and what Todd (...) (18 years ago, 12-Sep-06, to lugnet.events, lugnet.events.brickfest, FTX)
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(...) My reply is that it just goes to show that Joe negotiated a very good contract with the hotel. I cannot believe any other event will be able to negotiate better prices for a four star hotel room than $89/ night including free parking, and (...) (18 years ago, 12-Sep-06, to lugnet.events, lugnet.events.brickfest)
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(...) The phrase "BrickFest is a Trademark of Brick Events LLC" started showing up on the website by (URL) July 19, 2002> at the latest. The (URL) Wayback Machine> isn't showing me the results for the beginning of 2002. The 2002 event was the first (...) (18 years ago, 12-Sep-06, to lugnet.events, lugnet.events.brickfest, FTX)
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(...) Yes, the figure is correct. I was told it to me by the AV company directly. One thing you forget is a lot of cities, states, and facilities have unions or contractual agreements in place that would prevent us from using our own gear. In fact I (...) (18 years ago, 12-Sep-06, to lugnet.events, lugnet.events.brickfest)
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(...) Sure, but that's a slightly different conversation. (...) I'm a heartless bastard. Ask my kids. :) You're free to draw the above conclusion, although it's incorrect. The conversation has morphed into something different from what I thought I (...) (18 years ago, 12-Sep-06, to lugnet.events, lugnet.events.brickfest, FTX)
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(...) Well... yeah? Shouldn't we be talking about consequence? (...) Oh, I'm not referring to any actions specifically-- I'm following what appears to be your stance to its absolutist conclusions to test the validity of your claim. Your claim (...) (18 years ago, 12-Sep-06, to lugnet.events, lugnet.events.brickfest, FTX)
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(...) Never said it was an ideal scenario. I was just pointing out what is rather than what might be preferred. And the way it is right now is that the intellectual property for the name "BrickFest" is held by AMH Productions, who holds all the (...) (18 years ago, 12-Sep-06, to lugnet.events, lugnet.events.brickfest, FTX)
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(...) It started out as an event (URL) run by a local LUG>. I'm not sure when or how the transition happened. The fact that BF was a business has been out there for a while - if you were looking for it. But BF has never felt like a business, what (...) (18 years ago, 12-Sep-06, to lugnet.events, lugnet.events.brickfest, FTX)
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(...) Those are all decent answers. It sounds like there's a discrepancy of tense... my comments in this thread have all been aimed at the past tense, why should an attendee of an event want to know information about what they've just attended. (...) (18 years ago, 12-Sep-06, to lugnet.events, lugnet.events.brickfest, FTX)
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(...) You bet they would. But BF has always been a privately held company, as far as I know, and never a non-profit. Being a non-profit requires specific paperwork (like what LEGOFan filed). So unless BF filed as non-profit, that's not an issue. (...) (18 years ago, 12-Sep-06, to lugnet.events, lugnet.events.brickfest, FTX)
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