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  Public Thank You for our NMRA show supporters
 
I know I can't name everyone, but I'm going to shoot for 80%, and count on others to chip in with the rest of the names. Module Builders (OK, so we didn't get to use them this time, but a bunch of folks tried to help make it happen, and that's (...) (24 years ago, 8-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
 
  Booth monitors and crowd control
 
X-10 power control. We had a wireless remote control to turn two outlets on or off. These controlled the track controllers for both loops (ckt. 1) and the power to the rotating doggie atop the Spamcake Diner (ckt. 2). Oddly, the RF remote was (...) (24 years ago, 8-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
 
  Talking Points
 
These comments were heard from comments from adult train enthusiasts who visited our display, and might make for good talking point, or maybe be incorporated into another handout flyer... There has got to be some more whimsey in this hobby. (We (...) (24 years ago, 7-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
 
  your schedule?
 
I have your handout acrylic thingy, your bag...and a gift from the NMRA folks for your help with the handouts. When/how would you like to hand these off? -Z- -- Zonker Harris (zonkerh@corp.webtv.net, zonker@gnac.com) GNAC Broadband Network (...) (24 years ago, 8-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
 
  Re: NMRA show (the first of many?)
 
(...) No such thing - I consistently moved sets to the inside edges of the modules, and if the kids couldn't climb on each other, they'd have their parents lift them up to get it. I have no problem with kids PLAYING with the Lego. It's the (...) (24 years ago, 7-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
 
  Re: NMRA show (the first of many?)
 
John Gerlach says: (...) <snip> (...) I have to agree with this. I don't like the idea of plexiglas. After all, they are LEGO toys! I think if you have something that you don't want the kids to play with, keep it out of reach. I for one love to be (...) (24 years ago, 7-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
 
  NMRA 2000 Successful
 
Well, the show was both stressful and successful. Many positive comments and it looks like we have a good amount of momentum to go on. We even came across a Lego Train Fan who knew nothing of Lugnet or BayLUG, but had been building Lego Train MOCs (...) (24 years ago, 7-Aug-00, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf, lugnet.org.us.baylug) ! 
 
  Re: NMRA show (the first of many?)
 
(...) When the GMLTC displayed at the 1999 NMRA show in St. Paul, we received nothing but support from the "real" model railroaders. They would ask questions, make comments, point out mistakes (yea, we're not perfect!), and seemed genuinely (...) (24 years ago, 7-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
 
  Re: NMRA show (the first of many?)
 
While I could only be there on Thursday, before the show actually opened, I knew just from the comments I heard from other contributors that it was going to be a hit. I am available to help on the Hayward show and can commit (or be committed). I (...) (24 years ago, 7-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
 
  Re: BayLUG/BayLTC next meeting? (discussion)
 
I think a september meeting is a fine idea, as well as something in between Thanksgiving and Christmas. I am available the weekends of the 9th & 10th and the 23rd and 24th. If these dont work out for others, I can change my schedule as long as we do (...) (24 years ago, 7-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
 
  Re: NMRA show (the first of many?)
 
Another "future" point that Mike & I talked about: a "drive-in" featuring a laptop showing a looping presentation of LUGNET train MOCs. This file could easily be created as a Powerpoint "pack & go" executable - it could even run on my Jornada 820, (...) (24 years ago, 7-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf, lugnet.trains.org)
 
  Re: BayLUG/BayLTC next meeting? (discussion)
 
I think we should build on the NMRA momentum and have a September meeting. We should have at least one train layout going, plus as much other really impressive stuff as can be brought. We should cross-post the date to the Bay Area (or general) model (...) (24 years ago, 7-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
 
  Re: NMRA show (the first of many?)
 
(...) It depends on the date; I'm producing the West Coast A Cappella Summit on Nov 18/19, so that weekend is out. (...) I will volunteer for the Hayward event; I don't mind talking all day, either. We can figure out what to say.... I have enough (...) (24 years ago, 7-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf, lugnet.trains.org)
 
  Re: NMRA show (the first of many?)
 
In lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf, "David K. Z. Harris" <zonker@gnac.com> writes: Sniped (...) Centinnial Hall is only about 1 mile from my home. (...) snip (...) I could commit to helping. (...) snip My weekend did not turn out at all like I wanted and so, (...) (24 years ago, 7-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
 
  Re: NMRA show (the first of many?)
 
"David K. Z. Harris" <ba-lego@cinnamon.com> wrote in message news:v03130302b5b3f8...8.55.3]... (...) Looks like you guys had a great time. I didn't see any of Mike's modules in the shots, I take it they weren't finished in time? I really wish more (...) (24 years ago, 7-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
 
  NMRA show (the first of many?)
 
Well, the NMRA show is now behind us. Kudoes to GMLTC and PNLTC who paved the way for LEGO Train Clubs (even if they have set the bar *very high* for those that folllow them.;-). Many 'regulars' from the NMRA circuit remembered them, and commented (...) (24 years ago, 7-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
 
  BayLUG/BayLTC next meeting? (discussion)
 
We haven't picked a date, and we probably should. What dates are good/bad for everyone? September would fit into the "quarterly" schedule, leaving us to try to have a winter meeting between Thanksgiving and Christmas. We had two meetings last year, (...) (24 years ago, 7-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
 
  NMRA update (Sat. pm)
 
Not wanting to leave folks names out; Friday, Fred Yokel visited, and Tom McDonald helped me with the booth duty all day (Big Help!), while Tom Stangle showed up in the afternoon to bring in his freight warehouse. Saturday, Mike came in early with (...) (24 years ago, 6-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
 
  Re: NMRA update (Fri. pm)
 
(...) These are the ones we have to keep eagle eyes out for Sat/Sun, or we'll be rebuilding a LOT of displays. Putting the freight train on the outside is a better idea, as we'll run it slower, so a derail shouldn't hurt as much (and it keeps my (...) (24 years ago, 5-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)
 
  NMRA update (Fri. pm)
 
I'll be showing up at the hall by 9am. Can someone bring in some plastic tablecloth (very lightweight, solid color(s) please.) I'll bring the staple gun, and a staple remover. ;-) ** We have a 50' perimeter, more if we want to overlap a bit, to get (...) (24 years ago, 5-Aug-00, to lugnet.loc.us.ca.sf)


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