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I think I may still not have made myself completely clear. In my view as an ex officer of the club, one of the principal bylaws authors, and as a general student of community, the club as a whole has no desire to see LRGOAA become a SIG within (...) (22 years ago, 28-Mar-04, to lugnet.org.us.lrgoaa, lugnet.org.us.michlug, FTX)
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| | Re: LRGOAA & MichLUG Joint Meeting?
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(...) <SNIP> (...) While I do realize that the current definition of robotics (especially in the automotive capitol of the world) includes many things that are not commonly thought of as "robots", I also have to say that automating a train layout (...) (22 years ago, 28-Mar-04, to lugnet.org.us.lrgoaa, lugnet.org.us.michlug, FTX)
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(...) "could be", and *have been*, since way back when, actually. 2001 I think. We've (well, our resident robotics wizard, Steve Ringe has) been using RCX's and other Technic gadgetry for doing things like turntable automation (press a button on the (...) (22 years ago, 28-Mar-04, to lugnet.org.us.lrgoaa, lugnet.org.us.michlug, FTX)
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| | Re: LRGOAA & MichLUG Joint Meeting?
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(...) MichLUG was formed in October of 2000. A bunch of us got together in DeWitt Michigan, showed off some creations, talked about S@H, buying parts online, searching for various deals at stores, etc. Creations were pretty varied in theme, there (...) (22 years ago, 28-Mar-04, to lugnet.org.us.lrgoaa, lugnet.org.us.michlug, FTX)
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(...) MichLUG has members interested in almost every theme LEGO has ever released. We have a diverse group of people, all of whom bring something different to the club. Steve Ringe has some done super neat things with Mindstorms in the past (ex: (...) (22 years ago, 28-Mar-04, to lugnet.org.us.lrgoaa, lugnet.org.us.michlug, FTX)
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(...) I'm not sure there'd be enough room to have fully functional robots actually wandering around on an actual theme layout (especially ones with moving trains that could get derailed), but I can think of two options that could work. Robotics (...) (22 years ago, 27-Mar-04, to lugnet.org.us.lrgoaa, lugnet.org.us.michlug, FTX)
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(...) Another good reason, I agree. (...) I think the lack of theme crossover is another big reason we haven't gotten together in the past. Looking forward, I can imagine a "show" which has some of our robots wandering around one of your layouts, or (...) (22 years ago, 27-Mar-04, to lugnet.org.us.lrgoaa, lugnet.org.us.michlug, FTX)
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| | Re: LRGOAA & MichLUG Joint Meeting?
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(...) The fact that there are at least 1/3rd of our members who don't live in the greater Detroit area probably doesn't help a lot with that. (...) Not at all. We have no reason to resent another Michigan based LEGO club, but there's not really any (...) (22 years ago, 27-Mar-04, to lugnet.org.us.lrgoaa, lugnet.org.us.michlug, FTX)
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| | Re: LRGOAA & MichLUG Joint Meeting?
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(...) Hi, hi. (...) We are actually LEGO Robotics centric, not LEGO in general. (...) It is odd we haven't met, although I would have to say that this is due to many factors. Not the least of which would be very busy and conflicting schedules. (...) (...) (22 years ago, 26-Mar-04, to lugnet.org.us.lrgoaa, lugnet.org.us.michlug, FTX)
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(...) Hmm, I'd be tempted, but alas I already have a show to do that weekend. I'll keep an eye on that page though. Jason Spears | (URL) BrickCentral> | (URL) MichLUG> (22 years ago, 26-Mar-04, to lugnet.org.us.lrgoaa, lugnet.org.us.michlug, FTX)
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(...) Well, I can't speak for anyone in Ann Arbor, but I will say the next event: (URL) on April 17th, and anyone is welcome to attend. Steve (22 years ago, 26-Mar-04, to lugnet.org.us.lrgoaa, lugnet.org.us.michlug, FTX)
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Howdy all LRGOAA & MichLUG members, Seeing as how LRGOAA is a LEGO centric club in Michigan and MichLUG is a LEGO centric club in Michigan, it seemed odd (to me) that we have never met. I'd be keen to try and organize a joint meeting. I ran this by (...) (22 years ago, 26-Mar-04, to lugnet.org.us.lrgoaa, lugnet.org.us.michlug, FTX)
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| | MichLUG Meeting - Saturday, April 3rd
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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. Dates: Saturday, April 3rd, 2004 (...) (22 years ago, 26-Mar-04, to lugnet.org.us.michlug, lugnet.loc.us.mi)
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| | MichLTC to display at the Ypsilanti Railroad Days
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MichLTC has been invited to display at the Ypsilanti Railroad Days event. It will be at the Ypsilanti City Farmers Market. Our 10x12 layout will feature creations by our own Chris Leach, Spencer Rezkalla and Steve Ringe. The Market is open from 8am (...) (22 years ago, 15-Mar-04, to lugnet.announce, lugnet.org.us.michlug, lugnet.loc.us.mi, lugnet.trains.org, lugnet.org) !
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| | MichLUG March Meeting Report
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This past Saturday we met, talked LEGO, drafted some 7000 parts, dashed some creations to the floor and met some potenial future members. You can read the (URL) full report> for more details and pictures. (2 URLs) -Jason Spears (URL) MichLUG.org> (...) (22 years ago, 9-Mar-04, to lugnet.announce, lugnet.org.us.michlug, lugnet.loc.us.mi, FTX)
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| | Meeting - Saturday, March 6th
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Description: Get feedback on creations, check out creations by others, and talk about upcoming shows. We will likely be drafting some red tubs. Date/Time: Saturday, March 6th, 2004 - Noon till ~5:00 Where: Spencer Rezkella's house. An address and (...) (22 years ago, 3-Mar-04, to lugnet.org.us.michlug, lugnet.loc.us.mi)
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| | First Permanent Settlement on Mars!!!
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Mission Accomplished!!! Shortly after the arrival of the first human visitors to Mars, a new robotic vehicle arrived: The Mars Habitat!! It has all the creature comforts plus Dolby 5.1 Surround Sound in the theater!!! Not to mention lots of cool (...) (22 years ago, 25-Feb-04, to lugnet.announce, lugnet.org.us.michlug, lugnet.loc.us.mi, lugnet.space)
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| | Some mocs, space mainly
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I'm trying to plan ahead for Motor City Comic Con. I don't feel up to the challenge of a full-blown moonbase module yet so I figured I would start with some vehicles -- Much easier for me to handle. Here are some initial attempts. (URL) guess this (...) (22 years ago, 4-Feb-04, to lugnet.org.us.michlug)
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| | Pictures from MichLUG layout at GATS in Novi
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I've uploaded my pictures from last weekends GATS show in Novi, MI to Brickshelf. They can be seen here: (URL) (22 years ago, 28-Jan-04, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.org.us.michlug)
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| | Re: Toy & Hobby Expo Show Report - Town/Train & Space Layouts
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(...) You are correct. The color scheme is different but it had a lot of the characteristics of the older White Castles. If you've ever eaten at White Castle, you'd know why some people call their burgers (and by extension, the restaurants) (...) (22 years ago, 28-Jan-04, to lugnet.org.us.michlug)
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