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| There used to be. Back in 2002, two other AFOL's and I started one up. We met a few times and for various personal reasons on each person's part, we sort of drifted apart. Every now and then I come across these guys in a LUGNET post or on an instant (...) (20 years ago, 26-Jun-05, to lugnet.loc.us.nm)
| | | | | Re: Any LUG in the Albuquerque area?
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| Howdy, It seems about time we start up a NMLUG. I've been stuck in a dark ages since undergrad (about 6 years now!), and its time to get out of the slump. A local LUG would be great motivation for getting building again! Any interest for setting one (...) (20 years ago, 25-Jun-05, to lugnet.loc.us.nm)
| | | | | Re: Where to go in Washington area?
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| Lenny gave excellent suggestions on places to visit. If you have transportation, such as a rental car, you should also visit George Washington's home, Mount Vernon, (URL), historic Williamsburg, the colonial capitol of Virginia (URL) and Jamestown, (...) (20 years ago, 24-Jun-05, to lugnet.loc.us.dc, FTX)
| | | | | Re: Where to go in Washington area?
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| (...) Washington DC is a beautiful part of the country. There are many other beautiful parts of the country (remember - the USA is roughly the size of Europe), but I'd recommend staying in DC. DC has tons upon tons of museums, libraries, and (...) (20 years ago, 22-Jun-05, to lugnet.loc.us.dc)
| | | | | Where to go in Washington area?
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| After attending BrickFest I intend to stay about two weeks in the US. I'm from the Netherlands, don't know the Washington area and don't have any specific plans yet. My question is what location in the wider area around Washington you would (...) (20 years ago, 22-Jun-05, to lugnet.events.brickfest, lugnet.loc.us.dc, lugnet.loc.us.va, lugnet.loc.us.md)
| | | | | Re: Kind of quiet....
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| (...) Snip (...) Hi Joe, I'm sorry, I had missed your other post asking if there were any adult LEGO fans in the Fort Collins area. I currently live just North of Fort Collins, but I work there, as well as doing most of my shopping, etc. there. I've (...) (20 years ago, 22-Jun-05, to lugnet.loc.us.co, FTX)
| | | | | Re: Kind of quiet....
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| (...) Welcome. We do get together, although it is rather infrequent. You'll have to let us know when you get settled in. That sounds like a good reason to have another get together. :-) -Duane (20 years ago, 22-Jun-05, to lugnet.loc.us.co, FTX)
| | | | | Re: Kind of quiet....
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| (...) Sorry to be replying to such an old thread, but it seems an appropriate way to introduce myself. I'm moving to Ft. Collins in a couple of weeks, and I'll be looking for other ALEs to meet with. I've already pestered a few of you by email, by (...) (20 years ago, 22-Jun-05, to lugnet.loc.us.co, FTX)
| | | | | It's coming (new hint daily)
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| Hi- SCLTC is up to something big. We will post a hint daily. You are invited to guess what we are doing. If, by chance, you know what we're doing, then it would not be a guess for you to respond here. Have fun! -Ted Michon SCLTC (20 years ago, 19-Jun-05, to lugnet.announce, lugnet.build, lugnet.trains, lugnet.trains.org.scltc, lugnet.loc.us.ca, lugnet.town, FTX) !
| | | | | BrickNebula PodCast #6: Sun Stroke
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| I am pleased to announce the (URL) BrickNebula> PodCast, (URL) Episode 6: Sun Stroke> In our latest podcast, we both suffer from sun stroke... Oh, and we ramble on about LEGO deals... and a few other things before our Skype connection disintegrates (...) (20 years ago, 16-Jun-05, to lugnet.space, lugnet.starwars, lugnet.announce, lugnet.general, lugnet.loc.us.oh, lugnet.loc.us.oh.col, FTX)
| | | | | TexLUG Austin 6/12 meeting report; sumo contest results
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| Folks, Attending the 6/12 Texlug Austin meeting were: Kurt Baty David Perdue Lee Rahe Tim Rueger and many assorted others (see below) We held the first TexLUG Austin Lego Mindstorms Sumo Robotics contest. About twenty people were in attendance, from (...) (20 years ago, 15-Jun-05, to lugnet.org.us.texlug, lugnet.loc.us.tx.aus, lugnet.loc.us.tx, lugnet.robotics)
| | | | | KCCUSA Summer Block Party
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| (URL) 5 statues together>> As promised in this (URL) teaser> thread... I am happy to (at long last) announce that Milton Train Works™ has been, as overall contractor, with significant help from members of MichLUG, working in partnership with (...) (20 years ago, 12-Jun-05, to lugnet.announce, lugnet.events, lugnet.org.us.michlug, lugnet.loc.us.mi, lugnet.build, lugnet.build.mosaic, lugnet.castle, lugnet.space, lugnet.town, lugnet.trains, lugnet.aquazone, FTX) !!
| | | | | Cliffton Castle
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| Hi all, I present Cliffton Castle: (URL) (pic=link to gallery) deeplinks at bottom of post : ) Cliffton Castle, known locally as the 'Castle of Three Trees' (all right, there are six trees if you want to be picky...), is an outpost of the great (...) (20 years ago, 12-Jun-05, to lugnet.castle, lugnet.pirates, lugnet.announce.moc, lugnet.loc.us.in, FTX) !!
| | | | | Michiana-LUG - Meeting & Table Building Party - Saturday, June 11th, 2005
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| To All, Michiana-LUG is having a meeting and table building party at Scott Sanburn's house on Saturday, June 11th, 2005. Here are the details: When: Saturday, June 11th. 2005 Time: 9:00AM EST - ? Place: Scott Sanburn's House Address: 55752 Wild Game (...) (20 years ago, 7-Jun-05, to lugnet.announce, lugnet.org.us.michiana-lug, lugnet.loc.us.in, lugnet.loc.us.mi)
| | | | | BayLTC in Danville!
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| For Immediate Release Contact: Russell Clark rclark@telis.org 408.605.5412 (cell) SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA, CA - The Bay Area LEGO Train Club (BayLTC) is pleased to announce that we will be displaying at the Museum of the San Ramon Valley in Danville, (...) (20 years ago, 7-Jun-05, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sac, lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf, lugnet.org.us.baylug, lugnet.org.us.sacbb, lugnet.western, lugnet.adventurers, lugnet.trains, lugnet.trains.org)
| | | | | Re: Me, Myself, and The Brick
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| (...) Paul, glad to hear you're coming. Please consider getting involved with MichLUG. We're a pretty active club, about 2 dozen members, with several dedicated spacers in our ranks including Rick Hallman, Trevor Pruden, and others. There's also a (...) (20 years ago, 4-Jun-05, to lugnet.space, lugnet.org.us.michlug, lugnet.loc.us.mi)
| | | | | Mall of America PaB
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| I've got a co-worker that will be visiting the Mall of America soon... Does anyone know what the current selection of parts/colors sold in the Mall of America Pick-A-Brick? Thanks! --Mike. (20 years ago, 2-Jun-05, to lugnet.general, lugnet.market.buy-sell-trade, lugnet.loc.us.mn)
| | | | | TexLUG Austin meeting Sunday 6/12 - Sumo Contest!
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| Folks, Come on by the next Austin TexLUG meeting Sunday, June 12. We'll be holding our Lego Mindstorms Robotic Sumo Contest, so bring your 'bot(s) and we'll see whose machine reigns supreme! Or come by to cheer on the competitors and catch some ABS (...) (20 years ago, 2-Jun-05, to lugnet.announce, lugnet.org.us.texlug, lugnet.loc.us.tx.aus, lugnet.loc.us.tx)
| | | | | ILTCO at the National NMRA convention in Cincinnati, July 2005
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| ILTCO would like to invite everyone to come see the largest LEGO train layout ever (~50 x 70 feet, or well over 15 x 20 meters) at the National Model Railroad Association (NMRA) National Train Show, July 7-9, 2005 in Cincinnati!!!! The show is open (...) (20 years ago, 1-Jun-05, to lugnet.announce, lugnet.trains, lugnet.events, lugnet.loc.us.oh, lugnet.trains.org, lugnet.town) !!
| | | | | Call for MOCs at Bricks for Brains' First Annual Brick Bash
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| This is a bit of a repost, because the date changed. For those of you who don't already know, I present educational hands-on LEGO® building exhibits at museums, schools, etc. The Web site for this work is at (URL). I'm holding my first annual Brick (...) (20 years ago, 1-Jun-05, to lugnet.events, lugnet.announce, lugnet.edu, lugnet.org.us.michlug, lugnet.org.us.lrgoaa, lugnet.loc.us.mi, lugnet.loc.us.oh, lugnet.loc.us.oh.tol, FTX)
| | | | | Re: Delaware LTC interest?
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| (...) (20 years ago, 29-May-05, to lugnet.loc.us.de)
| | | | | Report from DelVaLUG meeting on May 21st
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| Well gang, The meeting on May 21st went very well. Jeff, Tim, and I met up at the Lego store in Bridgewater, Nj. We moved on from there to the Lego store in the Rockaway mall. Throughout the travels we discussed upcoming events such as Brickfest and (...) (20 years ago, 23-May-05, to lugnet.loc.us.pa)
| | | | | BrickNebula Episode 4 Podcast: Interview With A Space Paparazzi!
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| I am pleased to announce the (URL) BrickNebula> PodCast, (URL) Episode 4: Inteview with a Space Paparazzi!> In our latest podcast, we interview Joe Meno (Mr. Space Paparazzi! himself) about his newest projects, his MOCs, & his exciting LEGO life. (...) (20 years ago, 20-May-05, to lugnet.space, lugnet.starwars, lugnet.announce, lugnet.general, lugnet.loc.us.oh, lugnet.loc.us.oh.col, FTX)
| | | | | IndyLUG 500 Festival pics
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| IndyLUG's again produced a display at the Indianapolis 500 Festival Kids Day on May 15, 2005. Once they are moderated, you can find my pictures of it at (URL) about the image quality. Some were taken by an inexperienced photographer, some by a (...) (20 years ago, 20-May-05, to lugnet.org.us.indylug, lugnet.loc.us.in)
| | | | | May Colug Meeting
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| The next gathering will be at my house, Sunday, May 29th at 5:30. If you are interested in coming or need directions, please let me know. -Duane (20 years ago, 19-May-05, to lugnet.loc.us.co)
| | | | | Re: GardenSLUG Meeting - May 15th 2005
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| Good meeting, nice to see everyone. We built cool stuff too. e (20 years ago, 16-May-05, to lugnet.org.us.gardenslug, lugnet.loc.us.nj)
| | | | | BrickFest Hotel info
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| I’m please to announce that arrangements have been finalized with the Hilton Arlington & Towers. 950 N. Stafford Street, Arlington VA 22203 located just 0.6 Miles from GMU. Hilton Arlington & Towers has a block of guestrooms reserved for BrickFest (...) (20 years ago, 12-May-05, to lugnet.events.brickfest, lugnet.announce, lugnet.fun.community, lugnet.loc.us, lugnet.loc.ca, lugnet.org, FTX)
| | | | | [Press Release] Summer BayLUG Meeting
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| For Immediate Release Contact: Russell Clark rclark@telis.org 408.605.5412 (cell) SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA, CA - The Bay Area LEGO Users Group (BayLUG) is pleased to announce the details of our upcoming Summer Meeting. The meeting will be held on (...) (20 years ago, 12-May-05, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sac, lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf, lugnet.org.us.baylug, lugnet.org.us.sacbb)
| | | | | WAMALUG meeting Saturday, May 14
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| Saturday, May 14, 10:00am If you're in the area and you have a chance just stop in, join us! What to expect; Planning and building for the June event and BrickFest Show and tell of MOCs and all things LEGO Welcome new guests News from the LEGO (...) (20 years ago, 11-May-05, to lugnet.org.us.wamalug, lugnet.announce, lugnet.loc.us.va, lugnet.loc.us.md, lugnet.loc.us.dc)
| | | | | TexLUG Austin 5/8 meeting report
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| All, Attending the 5/8 Texlug Austin meeting were: Kurt Baty Ed Southerland Tim Rueger A low-key meeting this time (the weather was highly inclement, and it was Mother's Day), but we still had a fine time. Ed brought a neat minifig forestman with a (...) (20 years ago, 11-May-05, to lugnet.org.us.texlug, lugnet.loc.us.tx.aus, lugnet.loc.us.tx)
| | | | | Correction to DelVaLUG meeting date....
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| When I posted the meeting for this month, I mistakenly stated that the meeting will be on May 14th at 2:00pm... The correct date is May 21st at 2:00pm. I apologize for any inconvenience. - Jim F. (20 years ago, 10-May-05, to lugnet.loc.us.pa, lugnet.org.us.delvalug)
| | | | | BrickNebula Episode 3 Podcast: BSG and video games
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| I am pleased to announce the (URL) BrickNebula> PodCast, (URL) 3: BSG and Star Wars videogame> In our latest podcast, Mike C. & I talk about the new Battle Star Galactica... and LEGO. We talk a little bit about Sci-Fi that has shaped our views and (...) (20 years ago, 8-May-05, to lugnet.space, lugnet.starwars, lugnet.announce, lugnet.general, lugnet.loc.us.oh, lugnet.loc.us.oh.col, FTX)
| | | | | Re: Next DelVaLUG Meeting....
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| (...) I suppose there could be, I just thought we were getting together to have fun and chat about all things Lego. But I suppose we could discuss upcoming events that the club is goign to do :) - Jim F. (21 years ago, 6-May-05, to lugnet.loc.us.pa, lugnet.org.us.delvalug)
| | | | | Re: Next DelVaLUG Meeting....
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| (...) Oh high exalted one, is there an agenda for this fine gathering? PITA Jeff (21 years ago, 5-May-05, to lugnet.loc.us.pa, lugnet.org.us.delvalug)
| | | | | Next DelVaLUG Meeting....
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| Just wanted to let you know that we will be having a meeting at the Lego store in Bridgewater, NJ at 2:00pm on May 14th, 2005!! Thanks, Jim F. (21 years ago, 5-May-05, to lugnet.loc.us.pa, lugnet.org.us.delvalug)
| | | | | GardenSLUG Meeting - May 15th 2005
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| The Next meeting will be 15 May 2005 (week after Mom’s Day), at Patty’s in Rockaway. (post a request for more info or contact via email) * Talk about Brick Fest * Build * Talk * Share MOCs * Timmy & Jar Jar! * Build some more!! Anytime after 4pm til (...) (21 years ago, 4-May-05, to lugnet.org.us.gardenslug, lugnet.loc.us.nj)
| | | | | TexLUG Austin meeting Sunday 5/8
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| Folks, Come on by the next Austin TexLUG meeting this coming Sunday. (And yes, it *is* on Mother's Day. Show your Mom you love her by getting out of the house for a couple hours!) Particulars are below. If you have a creation to show, bring it. We (...) (21 years ago, 4-May-05, to lugnet.announce, lugnet.org.us.texlug, lugnet.loc.us.tx.aus, lugnet.loc.us.tx)
| | | | | [USA-Minneapolis] Bulk brick benefit sale for Brian Kelly's son
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| As Dean posted earlier, Brian Kelly would like to sell off his bulk Lego collection to help cover medical expenses for his newborn son Joshua, who required open heart surgery shortly after his recent birth. What: "Pick-a-brick" style sale of (...) (21 years ago, 3-May-05, to lugnet.market.buy-sell-trade, lugnet.loc.us.mn.msp)
| | | | | Re: A Grest Star Wars Weekend!
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| (...) Actually there were 4 R2D2s. The park had recently replaced the LEGO R2D2 at the front. And one of the tech guys at the park decided to retrofit the old one with RC control and motors of the feet and head. Most of the old figures in the park (...) (21 years ago, 2-May-05, to lugnet.legoland.california, lugnet.org.us.lugola, lugnet.org.us.sandlug, lugnet.starwars, lugnet.loc.us.ca.sd, FTX)
| | | | | Chicago House of Bricks 2005 - Castle Awards
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| I'm pleased to announce that we will be giving away awards (and prizes!) in the following categories for the castle room. Best Vignette Best Small Detail Best Medieval House Best of Show - Castle A team of judges will examine all the creations on (...) (21 years ago, 27-Apr-05, to lugnet.events.houseofbricks, lugnet.loc.us.il, lugnet.castle, lugnet.build.vignette, lugnet.build.contests, FTX)
| | | | | NELUG Meeting
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| Hello all, NELUG is planning to get together this coming Thursday May 5th. We will meet at about 6:00 PM at the LEGO store in the Burlington Mall in Burlington Massachusetts, and we will head out for dinner at the Macarroni Grill at about 7:30 PM. (...) (21 years ago, 27-Apr-05, to lugnet.org.us.nelug, lugnet.loc.us.ma, lugnet.loc.us.nh, lugnet.loc.us.ct, lugnet.loc.us.ri, lugnet.loc.us.me, lugnet.loc.us.vt)
| | | | | BrickNebula PodCast, Episode 2: British Invasion
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| Announcing (URL) BrickNebula> PodCast, (URL) Episode 2: British Invasion> In our 2nd podcast, Dave & I talk about British Sci-Fi... and LEGO. We felt before the wave of Star Wars media hype, we'd do a podcast dedicated to release of the (...) (21 years ago, 27-Apr-05, to lugnet.space, lugnet.starwars, lugnet.announce, lugnet.general, lugnet.loc.us.oh, lugnet.loc.us.oh.col, FTX)
| | | | | More ISD Building Fun...
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| I just received this note from a colleague at LEGOLAND California. Personally, I'm wondering if the West Coast AFOLs have the chops to beat the always impressive NELUG... :) ==== LEGOLAND California needs Rebel Recruits! During the weekend of April (...) (21 years ago, 26-Apr-05, to lugnet.legoland.california, lugnet.lego.announce, lugnet.lego, lugnet.org.us.sandlug, lugnet.org.us.lugola, lugnet.loc.us.ca.sd, FTX)
| | | | | Indy AFOL Knights win ISD building tournament @ Celebration III
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| LEGO had a booth at Star Wars Celebration III this past weekend in Indianapolis. One of the activities that they had there was an Imperial Star Destroyer speed build tournament. Eight teams (4 Jedi, 4 Sith) of ten people each competed in a (...) (21 years ago, 25-Apr-05, to lugnet.starwars, lugnet.announce, lugnet.build.contests, lugnet.events, lugnet.loc.us.in, lugnet.loc.us.in.ind, FTX) !
| | | | | Re: Mid-TN Lug?
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| (...) Hello Gene! Sorry for the delay in this post, there's not much traffic around this area. I'm located north of Nashville, in White House. There are a few others in Nashville that I know of, but have not spoken to in some time. It seems as if (...) (21 years ago, 23-Apr-05, to lugnet.loc.us.tn.nas)
| | | | | Free MINI at TRU
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| I stopped by the TRU in Wilbraham last night and they had the new SW E3 sets in. (Is this old news?) They also had a promotion of a free 6965 MINI Tie Interceptor with the purchace of SW sets of $14.99 or more. It was the perfect excuse to pick up (...) (21 years ago, 23-Apr-05, to lugnet.market.shopping, lugnet.starwars, lugnet.loc.us.ma.spr, FTX)
| | | | | Call for MOCs at Bricks for Brains Fund Raiser
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| Greetings to all Michigan and Ohio LEGO builders! Bricks For Brains is the name of my educational work. I present educational, hands-on LEGO building exhibits. Information abuot my work is avialable at my Web site: (URL) am holding my first annual (...) (21 years ago, 22-Apr-05, to lugnet.org.us.lrgoaa, lugnet.org.us.michlug, lugnet.loc.us.mi, lugnet.loc.us.oh, lugnet.loc.us.oh.tol)
| | | | | Coming in October: NWBrickCon 2005
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| NWBrickCon 2005, a convention in the Pacific Northwest for Adult Fans of Lego, will take place October 7th, 8th, and 9th, 2005, in Seattle. All AFOLs are invited. This will be the fourth annual NWBrickCon. Planned highlights include: * MOCs * public (...) (21 years ago, 22-Apr-05, to lugnet.events.nwbrickcon, lugnet.announce, lugnet.events, lugnet.people, lugnet.fun.community, lugnet.loc.us.wa, lugnet.loc.us.wa.tac, lugnet.loc.us.wa.sea, lugnet.loc.ca.bc, lugnet.loc.ca.bc.vic, lugnet.loc.ca.bc.van, lugnet.loc.us.id, lugnet.loc.us.or, lugnet.loc.us.or.por, lugnet.org.us.smart, lugnet.org.us.sealug, lugnet.org.ca.vlc, lugnet.org.ca.viclug) !!
| | | | | MichLUG April Meeting Report and Pictures - Vigs, Space, Town, Train, & More!
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| (3 URLs) On Saturday, April 16th, MichLUG members got together in DeWitt, Michigan to talk, share creations and have fun. We also had a small vignette contest. (URL) Meeting Report and More Pictures!> Jason Spears | (URL) MichLUG> | (URL) House of (...) (21 years ago, 20-Apr-05, to lugnet.org.us.michlug, lugnet.loc.us.mi, lugnet.events, FTX)
| | | | | DixieLUG and NGLTC at FFL on Saturday April 23, 2005
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| (URL) DixieLUG>, (URL) NGLTC>, and others will be displaying at the (URL) FIRST LEGO League> National Championship Event this Saturday at the (URL) Georgia World Congress Center> in (URL) Atlanta, GA>. We will be set up in the lobby/foyer area of (...) (21 years ago, 20-Apr-05, to lugnet.announce, lugnet.loc.us.ga, lugnet.loc.us.ga.atl, lugnet.org.us.dixielug, FTX)
| | | | | Exploring the Universe Display at the National Air and Space Museum, April 16th
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| Hi all, WAMALUG and NCLUG were asked to display at the National Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC for Universe Day, which fell on Saturday April 16th. Members from both WAMALUG and NCLUG brought in Moonbase modules, (URL) spacecraft (URL) (...) (21 years ago, 19-Apr-05, to lugnet.announce, lugnet.org.us.nclug, lugnet.org.us.wamalug, lugnet.loc.us.va, lugnet.loc.us.nc, FTX) !
| | | | | Re: Mid-TN Lug?
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| (...) I know of a few people that live in the Clarksville, Tennessee area. That may be a bit far away from your area as they probably don't have their licenses yet. ;) I was in Clarksville for 2 1/2 years about 4 years ago (due to full time active (...) (21 years ago, 17-Apr-05, to lugnet.loc.us.tn.nas)
| | | | | Mid-TN Lug?
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| I have been a lurker for almost three years, more or less since my son was born. I still have a mass collection and would love to get together with some local folks to chat LEGO, share ideas, swap needed pieces, etc. There was mention of a Lug for (...) (21 years ago, 16-Apr-05, to lugnet.loc.us.tn.nas)
| | | | | BrickNebula PodCast
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| Announcing (URL) BrickNebula> PodCast, (URL) Episode 1: Star Wars & LEGO>. David Lukens & myself have been tossing around the idea of starting a space/LEGO podcast to help us launch the BrickNebula web-site. With the new Star Wars LEGO sets being (...) (21 years ago, 13-Apr-05, to lugnet.space, lugnet.starwars, lugnet.announce, lugnet.general, lugnet.loc.us.oh, lugnet.loc.us.oh.col, FTX)
| | | | | Lego Users of Central New York (LUCNY) to show at Finger Lakes RailFair
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| For the third consecutive year, the Lego Users of Central New York (LUCNY) will have a working LEGO® Train layout at the Finger Lakes RailFair. The event is sponsored by the Cornell Railroad Historical Society, and the Cornell Chapter of the (...) (21 years ago, 13-Apr-05, to lugnet.org.us.lucny, lugnet.loc.us.ny.uti, lugnet.loc.us.ny.bin, lugnet.loc.us.ny.syr, lugnet.trains.org)
| | | | | Exploring the Universe Display with WAMALUG at the National Air and Space Museum, April 16th
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| Hi all, WAMALUG (Washington and Metro area LUG), along with members from NCLUG (North Carolina LUG) and other LEGO builders will be involved with the National Air and Space Museum with Exploring the Universe Family Day: (URL) You can find the (...) (21 years ago, 12-Apr-05, to lugnet.events, lugnet.loc.us.va, lugnet.loc.us.md, lugnet.loc.us.wv, lugnet.org.us.nclug, lugnet.org.us.wamalug, FTX)
| | | | | Buzz, the Georgia Tech Yellow Jacket!
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| That's right, Buzz in minifig form! (URL) The only thing I wanted to add was his Converse high-tops... John Riley MS in Materials Science, May 2005 (21 years ago, 11-Apr-05, to lugnet.build.minifigs, lugnet.loc.us.ga, lugnet.sports, FTX)
| | | | | NGLTC past weekend at Greenberg Toy & Train Show
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| This past weekend (April 9,10) the North Georgia LEGO Train Club (NGLTC) presented a layout at the Atlanta Greenberg Toy & Train show. Our layout was a 20'x25' layout including a kids play area and (URL) Rail Racers> set up. This was one our most (...) (21 years ago, 11-Apr-05, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.loc.us.ga, FTX)
| | | | | Re: In Tampa (Temple Terrace, technically) FL
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| (...) If only I weren't five hours north of you guys. It would be a grand old time. Oh yes, a [grand] {old} time. -Lenny (who is in Tallahassee, FL. See, if you're looking at Florida, notice how it is shaped like a gun. The western portion would be (...) (21 years ago, 11-Apr-05, to lugnet.loc.us.fl.tam)
| | | | | In Tampa (Temple Terrace, technically) FL
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| I'm in Tampa on business till Thursday 14 April 2005. If you'd like to get together, drop me a line, or talk to Robin W, he and I are already talking offline about trying to get together Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday... Posted to Tampa, St Pete and (...) (21 years ago, 11-Apr-05, to lugnet.loc.us.fl.tam, lugnet.loc.us.fl.stp, lugnet.loc.us.fl)
| | | | | TexLUG Austin meeting Sunday 4/10
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| Folks, Come on by the next Austin TexLUG meeting this coming Sunday (tomorrow). Particulars are below. Bring your creations and show off what you've been working on! I'll bring my pictures from the recent all-Texlug meeting, and set up my monorail (...) (21 years ago, 9-Apr-05, to lugnet.org.us.texlug, lugnet.loc.us.tx.aus, lugnet.loc.us.tx)
| | | | | MichLTC to display at Chicago House of Bricks
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| MichLTC is going to setup a 15'x15' train/town display at the Chicago House of Bricks. Expect to see Larry P's (URL) Super Chief Project>, Jason Spears' (URL) Hotel>, Chris Leach's (URL) red factory> and much more. Hope to see many of you there! (...) (21 years ago, 7-Apr-05, to lugnet.org.us.michlug, lugnet.events.houseofbricks, lugnet.trains, lugnet.loc.us.mi, lugnet.loc.us.il, FTX)
| | | | | Caslte & Space Display - Gaming at F-Con Pictures/Report - MichLUG
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| (4 URLs) MichLUG was invited to display and run games at the Foundation Gaming Convention in Lansing, Michigan. The event ran from April 1st till April 3rd. Peter Guenther ran (URL) BrickQuest> and (URL) BrickMech>, while I ran (URL) Brick Battles>. (...) (21 years ago, 6-Apr-05, to lugnet.org.us.michlug, lugnet.gaming, lugnet.castle, lugnet.space, lugnet.loc.us.mi, lugnet.events, FTX)
| | | | | MichLUG Meeting and Contest - April 16th
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| Description: Get feedback on creations, check out creations by others, and talk about upcoming shows. Guests are always welcome, if you are interested in joining MichLUG or just want to hang out and talk about LEGO. (There will be some club business (...) (21 years ago, 5-Apr-05, to lugnet.org.us.michlug, lugnet.loc.us.mi, lugnet.events, lugnet.build.contests, FTX)
| | | | | Spring 2005 State-wide TexLUG Meeting Report
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| Howdy all, Here's a meeting notes & report page (with photos) from our state-wide meeting this past weekend: (2 URLs) best, TJ Avery (URL) (21 years ago, 5-Apr-05, to lugnet.org.us.texlug, lugnet.loc.us.tx, lugnet.loc.us.tx.ant, FTX)
| | | | | April IndyLUG meeting
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| The April IndyLUG meeting will start at 2:00 on Sunday, April 10. The location will be Jeramy's house in Fishers. The primary subject of discussion will be the 500 Festival that will be on May 15. Everyone is also encouraged to bring a vignette MOC. (...) (21 years ago, 4-Apr-05, to lugnet.org.us.indylug, lugnet.loc.us.in.ind)
| | | | | RTS LEGITOR a single-turret seagoing monitor (Passaic Class)
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| My new ship the product of months of lego work was at all-TexLUG meeting 4/3, in San Antonio. (URL) The RTN is proud to announce the RTS LEGITOR a single-turret seagoing monitor. Modeled on the Passaic Class Monitors. (URL) gallery at: (URL) enjoy (...) (21 years ago, 4-Apr-05, to lugnet.pirates, lugnet.build.military, lugnet.announce.moc, lugnet.boats, lugnet.loc.us.tx, FTX) !
| | | | | Re: Bricks for Brains takes "The Science of Bridges" to COSI Toledo
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| (...) Duane, Going through the (URL) pictures>, looks like everyone had a LOT of fun. I'm bummed that I couldn't make it out. Also a very cool reminder that LEGO bridges can hold quite a bit of weight. So most of our trains are probably pretty safe. (...) (21 years ago, 31-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.us.michlug, lugnet.loc.us.mi, lugnet.loc.us.oh, lugnet.events, FTX)
| | | | | Robot Sumo Event (under 14) at LIC Orlando April 2, 2005
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| This Saturday there will be a Under 14 Light Weight Class Robot Sumo event at the Orlando LIC co-sponsored by LIC and my company, TLCK ((URL) are currently 12 entries for a round robin style tournament so that should be an exciting set of matches (...) (21 years ago, 30-Mar-05, to lugnet.loc.us.fl.orl)
| | | | | Re: Pick-a-Brick In Maryland
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| (...) Both on both counts. Although, Annapolis is a smaller store and their PaB is even smaller than Severna Parks. Pat Bunn (former BeBeep employee and frequent LEGO Expo Exhibitor) (21 years ago, 28-Mar-05, to lugnet.market.shopping, lugnet.loc.us.md, lugnet.loc.us.md.bal, FTX)
| | | | | Re: Pick-a-Brick In Maryland
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| (...) Which location has PaB & the Expo? (Annapolis, or Severna Park?) Thanks for the info, Robert (21 years ago, 28-Mar-05, to lugnet.market.shopping, lugnet.loc.us.md, lugnet.loc.us.md.bal, FTX)
| | | | | Pick-a-Brick In Maryland
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| I went to one of my favorite toy stores today, and they had Pick-a-Brick! (URL) Park>> (URL) The store is called (URL) Be Beep>, and aside from having Pick-a-Brick, they also have a LEGO Expo every year (April 27th - May 11th this year), where you (...) (21 years ago, 26-Mar-05, to lugnet.market.shopping, lugnet.loc.us.md, lugnet.loc.us.md.bal, FTX)
| | | | | World Trade Center Revisited
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| This is version 2 of my WTC microfig model that I rebuilt in November 2003. As with all my previous micro skyscraper "rebuilds", the emphasis has been on improving and expanding the levels of details - particularly at street level. This proved to be (...) (21 years ago, 25-Mar-05, to lugnet.announce.moc, lugnet.build.microscale, lugnet.build.arch, lugnet.loc.us.ny, FTX) !!
| | | | | [Press Release] Special Guest at Spring BayLUG Meeting
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| For Immediate Release Contact: Russell Clark rclark@telis.org 408.605.5412 (cell) SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA, CA - The Bay Area LEGO Users Group (BayLUG) is pleased to announce that Brendan Powell Smith, creator of The Brick Testament, will be doing a (...) (21 years ago, 24-Mar-05, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sac, lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf, lugnet.org.us.baylug, lugnet.org.us.sacbb)
| | | | | Re: ISD Build competition
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| (...) I dunno, it'd be cutting it close I think! The SSD is what? Like 10x the size of an ISD? Which, from an area perspective would require 100 ISD's to have the same surface area. And the remaining 10 to try and give it some semblance of (...) (21 years ago, 23-Mar-05, to lugnet.build.contests, lugnet.loc.us.in, lugnet.starwars, FTX)
| | | | | Re: ISD Build competition
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| (...) Simple--you disassemble the assembled ISDs and use the materials to build as many SSDs as possible. How many ISDs did we determine you'd need to build one to-scale SSD? You should be able to squeeze a few out of 110 ISDs, right? Dave! (21 years ago, 23-Mar-05, to lugnet.build.contests, lugnet.loc.us.in, lugnet.starwars, FTX)
| | | | | Re: ISD Build competition
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| (...) That would be awe inspiring.. (...) Not sure on this one.. (...) Here's how they're running it: 8 teams 10 people each. 2 Teams at a time competing 2 6' Banquet tables per team 4 sessions Friday (The Indy AFOL Knights will begin at 7PM) Time (...) (21 years ago, 23-Mar-05, to lugnet.build.contests, lugnet.loc.us.in, lugnet.starwars, FTX)
| | | | | Re: ISD Build competition
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| (...) Yeah, I'm kind of wondering how well that will work. 10 AFOLs can build an ISD in about 1-2 hours, no problem. A non-Lego team? Who knows? The first AFOL build took 13 people 1 hour, 43 minutes, IIRC. Will a non-Lego team be done before the (...) (21 years ago, 23-Mar-05, to lugnet.build.contests, lugnet.loc.us.in, lugnet.starwars, FTX)
| | | | | Re: ISD Build competition
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| (...) No, no.. the Waiting list is that long.. they are only allowing 8 teams... of which My primarily AFOL team is one..so Jump on the wagon folks...I've still got 2-3 open spots on the team. (21 years ago, 23-Mar-05, to lugnet.build.contests, lugnet.loc.us.in, lugnet.starwars, FTX)
| | | | | Re: ISD Build competition
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| (...) Um, wow. That's quite the difference. Should be interesting to see how far behind the LUGNET team the other teams are. That's a ton of ISDs and a lot of table space to boot. Jason Spears | (URL) House of Bricks> | (URL) BrickCentral> | (URL) (...) (21 years ago, 23-Mar-05, to lugnet.build.contests, lugnet.loc.us.in, lugnet.starwars, FTX)
| | | | | Re: new star wars in stores (well TARGET anyway...)
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| (...) And just a short hop away (Indiana, USA), 7258 Wookiee Attack $29.99 US at Meijers. 70 Technic tread links (conveyor belts), if anyone is counting. Not bad, the tread system runs over some technic quarter ovals at the top, fairly smoothly. (21 years ago, 23-Mar-05, to lugnet.loc.us.in)
| | | | | Re: ISD Build competition
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| (...) .. (...) I spoke with the organizer, and, thanks to advertising on Starwars.com, the entry/waiting list is up to 56 teams! Steve (21 years ago, 23-Mar-05, to lugnet.build.contests, lugnet.loc.us.in, lugnet.starwars)
| | | | | Re: ISD Build competition
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| (...) Joe, I'll join the team! The thing is that I can only be there on Saturday the 23rd. Do we have to be preregistered? I was planning on just paying at the door. I'll try to see what days I can get off of work to come to a practice. David (...) (21 years ago, 23-Mar-05, to lugnet.build.contests, lugnet.loc.us.in, lugnet.starwars)
| | | | | Re: ISD Build competition
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| (...) A total shame, but I understand. One must visit the Holy Land ;-) We'll miss you.. any of the other Laffayette crew wanna come play? (21 years ago, 22-Mar-05, to lugnet.build.contests, lugnet.loc.us.in, lugnet.starwars)
| | | | | Re: ISD Build competition
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| On Tue, March 22, 2005 3:36 pm, Joe Greene said: (...) Saturday the 8th is bad. Maybe Saturday the 9th. In any case, I'd like to attend, but I'll be in Denmark that weekend. Steve (21 years ago, 22-Mar-05, to lugnet.build.contests, lugnet.loc.us.in, lugnet.starwars)
| | | | | Re: ISD Build competition
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| (...) Ok, They have decided to go ahead and go for it even with only 3 teams. That means we need 7-8 more builders! Come on Star Wars AFOLs! Let's rock this party!!! Anyone already in Indianapolis Area, I'll be receiving the practice set soon, so (...) (21 years ago, 22-Mar-05, to lugnet.build.contests, lugnet.loc.us.in, lugnet.starwars)
| | | | | MichLTC to display and run games at Foundation Gaming CON in Lansing, MI - April 1st-3rd
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| MichLUG has been invited to run games and display at the (URL) Foundation Gaming Convetion> in Lansing MI, on Friday, April 1st through Sunday, April 3rd. MichLUG will have a 5'x10' castle display on Saturday and Sunday. The display will feature (...) (21 years ago, 22-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.us.michlug, lugnet.loc.us.mi, lugnet.events, lugnet.gaming, FTX) !
| | | | | [Press Release] 2005 BayLUG Meetings
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| For Immediate Release Contact: Russell Clark rclark@telis.org 408.605.5412 (cell) SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA, CA - For the past several months, the Bay Area LEGO Users Group (BayLUG) has been looking for a place to hold it's meetings after learning the (...) (21 years ago, 20-Mar-05, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sac, lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf, lugnet.org.us.baylug, lugnet.org.us.sacbb)
| | | | | Michiana-LTC to Display at ST. Joseph Valley Railroad Club Swap Meet - Sunday, March 20th, 2005
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| To All, The Michiana LEGO Train Club is pleased to display a 10'x15' display at the upcoming St. Joseph Valley Railroad Club Swap Meet on Sunday, March 20th, 2005. Event Details: Sunday, March 20, 2005 10:00AM - 3:00PM EST Address: South Bend Elks (...) (21 years ago, 18-Mar-05, to lugnet.announce, lugnet.trains, lugnet.trains.org, lugnet.events, lugnet.org.us.michiana-lug, lugnet.loc.us.in, lugnet.loc.us.in.sbd) !!
| | | | | The Brick Testament: Ehud and Shamgar / book signing tomorrow
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| (URL) The Brick Testament> website has been updated today with two new stories providing an illustrated account of the second and third of Israel's (URL) judges>, Ehud and Shamgar: (2 URLs) Moabites Killed> (2 URLs) Philistines Killed> (NOTE: For (...) (21 years ago, 17-Mar-05, to lugnet.announce.moc, lugnet.build.ancient, lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf, lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf.sj, lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf.oak, FTX) !
| | | | | all-TexLUG meeting 4/2-3, San Antonio
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| All, The next all-Texas TexLUG gathering will be in San Antonio the weekend of April 2. Particulars and travel info are below. See you there! ---...--- What: All-Texas TexLUG meeting When: April 2-3, 2005 4/2: Setup / socialize (all day) 4/3: Public (...) (21 years ago, 17-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.us.texlug, lugnet.loc.us.tx.aus, lugnet.loc.us.tx)
| | | | | Re: anybody want to make a little extra cash and have some fun?
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| (...) Ya know, I could be interested Scott... ;) Well, on second thought...I'm not in Colorado and I might already have a job with that company. -Brett (21 years ago, 16-Mar-05, to lugnet.loc.us.co)
| | | | | Any LUG in the Albuquerque area?
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| Seems like it's been a while since anyone posted to the NM section, but a good friend of mine is a designer/writer for the Albuquerque Journal and asked if there was a Lego Club in the ABQ area. If you're there and interested, please email me at (...) (21 years ago, 16-Mar-05, to lugnet.loc.us.nm, lugnet.general)
| | | | | Saturday Dads and Kids Group
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| I am doing a Saturday Dads and Kids Group. As a LEGO fan it will be a part of what we do. If anyone is interested let me know! Sincerely, Brian Kelley email: kelley01@visi.com (21 years ago, 16-Mar-05, to lugnet.loc.us.mn)
| | | | | Lego Robotic Sumo Contest - Sunday 6/12/05, Austin, TX
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| Folks, The Austin chapter of TexLUG is holding a Lego Robotic Sumo contest! Win valuable Lego prizes when your robot outwits and outpushes its opponents out of a circular arena! Rules, schedule, and entry details may be found here: (URL) contest (...) (21 years ago, 15-Mar-05, to lugnet.robotics, lugnet.org.us.texlug, lugnet.loc.us.tx.aus, lugnet.loc.us.tx) !
| | | | | TexLUG Austin 3/13 meeting report
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| Folks, Attending the 3/13 Texlug Austin meeting were: David Perdue Jay Perdue Kurt Baty Tim Rueger The meeting focused on getting details set for the Sumobot contest. The contest will be held June 10, 2005, with optional test and debug sessions on (...) (21 years ago, 15-Mar-05, to lugnet.org.us.texlug, lugnet.loc.us.tx.aus, lugnet.loc.us.tx)
| | | | | Star Wars Celberation III ISP build
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| OK, It's official. I am organinzing a team for the Star Wars Celebration III April 21-24th in Indianapolis, IN. I have confirmed with the coordinator they still need teams! Contact me white_volg@yahoo.com to join! Let's Rock it! (21 years ago, 15-Mar-05, to lugnet.announce, lugnet.events, lugnet.space, lugnet.robotics, lugnet.starwars, lugnet.loc.us.in.ind)
| | | | | Re: Downtown Disney Lego Store is open
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| (...) I didn't get to look closely at the parts that were available. The display was being mobbed by little kids building figures then discarding them. (...) Not that I saw. In fact, there didn't seem to be any hoopla over the grand reopening (...) (21 years ago, 15-Mar-05, to lugnet.loc.us.fl.orl)
| | | | | Re: Downtown Disney Lego Store is open
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| (...) Great pictures! I am very happy to see them NOT do a store in all yellow ;) (...) !!!...!!! WOW! 3 figs for $10? Yikes!! Were there special parts or something? For that price I would hope it was parts you can only find in that store! And I (...) (21 years ago, 15-Mar-05, to lugnet.loc.us.fl.orl)
| | | | | Central Florida Brick Day...
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| Florida LEGO Fans, I declare Saturday, March 19th, Central Florida Brick Day! The day starts at the Plant City Train Show in Plant City, Florida with a display by the Greater Florida LEGO Train Club and then the fun moves to the newly remodeled LEGO (...) (21 years ago, 15-Mar-05, to lugnet.announce, lugnet.trains, lugnet.org.us.gflug, lugnet.loc.us.fl.orl, lugnet.loc.us.fl.tam)
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