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(...) dan, your so screwed. Calum holds a grudge FOREVER. and if he REALLY is mad at you. he'll do a mosaic of you. I'm still paying for the time i made fun of his rice cooker: (URL) here: (URL) (19 years ago, 17-Aug-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.loc.ca.on)
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(...) thanks, dan. i'll take the opportunity to put in here that it was also a great pleasure (no asterisks) to meet you and jen. but worrying about calum was the last thing i was doing! he might start to worry because the female presence at the (...) (19 years ago, 17-Aug-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.loc.ca.on, FTX)
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(...) no, you were right the FIRST time. that small ragtag lot you saw in NO WAY, SHAPE, OR FORM, represent rtlToronto. your gut instinct is right. we are robot freaks. (...) yes its all true. we are a bunch of xenophobes, who will suck your love of (...) (19 years ago, 17-Aug-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.loc.ca.on)
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(...) I wouldn't worry, Deborah - firstly, you obviously can use the shift key (*!*, etc :). And secondly, who cares about Calum?! He didn't even bother to stick around for the whole fest! -- Dan (counting on the fact that by next year he'll forgive (...) (19 years ago, 17-Aug-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.loc.ca.on)
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(...) hello rtl. i had the *pleasure* of meeting a few rtl members @ bf. i had the *pleasure* of meeting calum whom i found out takes exception to people who don't *know* where the shift key is. apparently these people who don't know how to use the (...) (19 years ago, 17-Aug-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.loc.ca.on, FTX)
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In lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, Chris Magno wrote: <snip> (...) I know what it's like when your website goes dowm. Though no hackers got into it, i've been working diligently to get rid of the non-secure issues. Beyond that, whos in for the play table (...) (19 years ago, 17-Aug-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.loc.ca.on)
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(...) Shhhhhhh DONT tell that to the BF admin-team-organizat...-managers. they might catch on. and a whole lot of people might be "out of work" but for TLC Canada to partake, we need (...) well, now, heres the thing. a "play area" is always cool. (...) (19 years ago, 17-Aug-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.loc.ca.on)
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Does this 'Hobby Show' have a website? Thanks. (19 years ago, 15-Aug-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.loc.ca.on)
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So BF is done--hope that went well--wish I could have been there, but alas... But there's good news for those in the Southern Ontario area needing another fix of all things "LEGO-ness"! Yep, as mentioned earlier, we have the Hobby Show! Also (...) (19 years ago, 15-Aug-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.loc.ca.on)
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I bought 2 of these at Walmart this morning. They are in black tubs with gold lids numbered 4105 with 500 pieces. RH posted that there were 1000 pieces, are there 2 gold brick tubs out there? The price was only $14.86 there and they only had 4 of (...) (19 years ago, 13-Aug-05, to lugnet.loc.ca)
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For a limited number of months the 4105 will ship with Gold bricks/anniversay edition, then will quickly move back to it's original packaging. Same with another system bucket/tub, and 2 duplo bucket/tubs. (19 years ago, 13-Aug-05, to lugnet.loc.ca)
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(...) Are these available anywhere but Costco and are they available in the US? I saw a listing for these on Ebay and the number on the bucket was 4105. I thought that was odd as there already is a 4105. Tom (19 years ago, 13-Aug-05, to lugnet.loc.ca)
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I just picked one of these up to check the contents. I have not done an inventory but it does look like a good piece selection --- 1000 pieces. Interesting that it does not have a new set number. It is labelled as 4496 but has a black tub with a (...) (19 years ago, 12-Aug-05, to lugnet.loc.ca)
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Seen at a Costco in Quebec City for 22.49$can... Only eight 2x4 gold brick in it, but great piece selection... (19 years ago, 12-Aug-05, to lugnet.loc.ca)
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In their flyer this week, Zellers has a special two day only section. "Buy and LEGO at the regular price and get one at 1/2 price. Second item must be of equal or lesser value. Selection may vary. Limited quantities. Sorry, no rainchecks." Thursday (...) (19 years ago, 10-Aug-05, to lugnet.loc.ca)
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Don't know anything about it, but I was just channel surfing and came across a supreme court case on CPAC (Sunday afternoon) that is dealing with LEGO and Mega Bloks. Others might be interested. Gail Meagher (19 years ago, 31-Jul-05, to lugnet.loc.ca)
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(...) This thread has been too quiet, so I thought I'd try to see if we could get some discussion started about this. Please see Dave's notes above (or reread his entire original post). This is really good news, if you as me! There must be some (...) (19 years ago, 29-Jul-05, to lugnet.general, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.loc.ca.on, FTX)
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(...) I totally agree. I would love to see this event continue to draw people from this area. "This area" being Ontario I guess, or even beyond. So that's a pretty big 'area'. :) The intent (even the first year) was for this to be a very informal (...) (19 years ago, 21-Jul-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.loc.ca.on)
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(...) Uh....I'll leave that to someone else to volunteer for. (...) Giveaways always works. Little promo stuff we can hand out individually to people. (...) You know, I was just thinking about that the other day...how hard it would be to mount a (...) (19 years ago, 21-Jul-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.loc.ca.on)
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(...) I think, not speaking for Allan but I think he agrees, that the 'doors are wide open'--everyone's invited! No seriously, everyone. Just let either me or Allan know what you wanna bring and when you can be there, and we'll make the room. Last (...) (19 years ago, 21-Jul-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.loc.ca.on)
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(...) <snip> (...) Hey Dave, Can't give you answers to most of your questions but I would be interested in participating in some form, most likely only to the extent of bringing a few MOCs and helping out during the show. That's assuming of course (...) (19 years ago, 21-Jul-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.loc.ca.on)
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Hello All! I know I haven't been around much. Work sucks that way sometimes. Anyway, no time for dwelling. So here's the scoop. We've attended 2 hobby shows thus far and both have been very successful. We're invited back but this time there's (...) (19 years ago, 21-Jul-05, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.loc.ca.on) !
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(...) Oups... with catalog code C5HE13 (19 years ago, 14-Jul-05, to lugnet.loc.ca)
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On shop at home this morning, crane 8421 at 149.99$can instead of 199.99$can... (19 years ago, 14-Jul-05, to lugnet.loc.ca)
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(...) Hi Kevin, Thank's for the tip. I ordered this morning at $299CDN like you said. A very good tip. Thank's a lot Andre (19 years ago, 11-Jul-05, to lugnet.market.shopping, lugnet.loc.ca)
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(...) This is a regular catalog ? When does this offer expire ? Any other kits that have such a nice discount ? Man, and I thought 369$ was a good price ! Now I will have to cancel my first order and make a new one. Thanks for tip. (19 years ago, 9-Jul-05, to lugnet.market.shopping, lugnet.loc.ca)
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(...) C5HE13 Kevin (19 years ago, 9-Jul-05, to lugnet.market.shopping, lugnet.loc.ca)
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(...) Would you be able to share that catalog code, thanks. (19 years ago, 9-Jul-05, to lugnet.market.shopping, lugnet.loc.ca)
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(...) Chris, as the person who 'funded' the railway construction and the mill, I can confidently say that the track is planned to turn away from the mill without risk it or the surrounding environment. ;-) Thanks, Jude (19 years ago, 9-Jul-05, to lugnet.org.ca.parlugment, lugnet.loc.ca, lugnet.trains, lugnet.town)
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(...) That would be Deborah Higdon-LeBlond... :) (...) Deborah's on vacation for a bit, so you may have to wait for anything direct from her. The Italian villa is already online in her Brickshelf account, though. (URL) Black (who was a rooftop (...) (19 years ago, 9-Jul-05, to lugnet.org.ca.parlugment, lugnet.loc.ca, lugnet.trains, lugnet.town)
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(...) about skylights? :-) Saves on roof bricks, though. I like the use of the grey/clear door panel for the roof hatch. Vegetation - very well done. Can you provide some closeups of some of the bushes and stuff? Also the top of the villa? I want to (...) (19 years ago, 9-Jul-05, to lugnet.org.ca.parlugment, lugnet.loc.ca, lugnet.trains, lugnet.town)
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Here are some pictures from the event. When moderated: (4 URLs) (...) (19 years ago, 9-Jul-05, to lugnet.org.ca.parlugment, lugnet.loc.ca, lugnet.trains, lugnet.town)
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By the way, the Death Star is only $299 CDN with the latest S@H catalog code, so now is the time to get it if you want it. Kevin (19 years ago, 9-Jul-05, to lugnet.market.shopping, lugnet.loc.ca)
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Was out in the Winners at Bedford Place Mall (the one with the Zellers) this evening and noticed they have four of set 4548 Electric Train Speed Regulator (one of the only 9V train sets I haven't bought :) ) marked down to $18 each. Originally sold (...) (19 years ago, 9-Jul-05, to lugnet.loc.ca.ns.hal)
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In lugnet.general, Andre Potvin wrote: (snip) (...) (snip) (...) Actually, if you call at 877-518-5346, you won't be redirected in the US. Helene or Rejeanne will be happy to serve you in English or French, from the canadian office in Toronto. :-) (...) (19 years ago, 8-Jul-05, to lugnet.general, lugnet.loc.ca)
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(...) Not at Toys Toys Toys, not at Bricks & Blocks, so I guess the lesser retailers haven't got them yet. I haven't checked Toy Blox yet 'cause they are far away and they sell some things at above MSRP. All I'm waiting for is for Bricks & Blocks to (...) (19 years ago, 1-Jul-05, to lugnet.technic, lugnet.market.shopping, lugnet.loc.ca.on)
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If you happen to be in the Ottawa area for the annual Canada Day festivities be sure to stop in and say hi! Working in conjunction with the National Capital Commission, ParLUGment will be setting up a LEGO train display in Jacques Cartier Park (just (...) (19 years ago, 28-Jun-05, to lugnet.org.ca.parlugment, lugnet.loc.ca.on.ott, lugnet.announce, lugnet.trains, FTX) !
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TRU has LEGO buckets and tubs 1/2 price (while they last, no rainchecks). Reg 14.99-29.99, now 7.47-14.97. They show a picture of 4105 (red bucket) and 4496 (blue tub). I really don't like the newer style tubs. Ignoring the awful lids, they are made (...) (19 years ago, 16-Jun-05, to lugnet.loc.ca)
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(...) I did one better: Bought one on first sight, sold it fast for a healthy profit, then bought another one for myself. Next is to "refresh" my TRU receipt every month, until Bricks & Blocks and the like start carrying them at below full retail. (...) (19 years ago, 4-Jun-05, to lugnet.loc.ca)
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(...) Yeah, Im looking forward to dinner when I'll get my hands on mine :) Thanks John! (19 years ago, 3-Jun-05, to lugnet.loc.ca, FTX)
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