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djtom
Title: FF Indy Knights CR
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Indy Knights Monthly Meetings
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Hey are you a Star wars fan from the Indy area? Did you know there is a group dedicated to Star wars fans right here? Well there is, it is the Indy Knights. We meet the first Wednesday of the month at the Athenauem downtown, 405 E. Michigan. Visit www.indyknights.com for more information and directions.
In the meantime I'll be posting monthly meeting recaps, as written by our secretary from time to time.
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Here are January's notes.
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Greetings and Welcome to the news and notes from the January Indy Knights meeting, please bear with me as I am a secretarial newbie........
and now on with the show.......
Pre meeting start found Bill pulling out his guns (yeah you figure it out), Eric having his herd of fine customizing work on display, and Jennifer showing off her Christmas card from the original man in black, Dave Prowse. Also Jason reported that his wife will be induced on the 21st, so come next meeting there will be yet another IK tot.
Madame President-ette open the meeting for the 18 members present listing the birthdays for January which include: Aaron( I have Tripletes) Boleron the 12th, Sarge Gentry on the 18th, Brad Williams on the 23rd, and Greg(DarthChewie) Wilkinson on the 27th. Happy birthday to all.
The SIGs started off quickly with Gail spouting off the Book Club info before heading out to see her beloved Irish get smoked like a cheap cigar and this is what I gathered: Book Club will be the 18th at Borders on the southside, NO official book as yet, looking at possibly some of the old school books in honor of the 30th Anniversary year. Anthony then piped up about a possible road trip to Lexington KY for a signing.....more on that later.
Jennifer then went off road and mentioned the 501st in the Rose Parade. There were 6 members of Bloodfin in attendance at the parade. It was also mentioned that Bob Eubanks of Newlywed Game fame, made some gross misrepresentations of the 501st members in general (something about them needing to get jobs, and move out the parents basements) Apparently the TV station web site, his web site and the Rose Parade web site were inundated with e-mails and comments and according to Bill, Eubanks has apologized to the 501st, though no official word has been given.
Jennifer also stated that there were NO Jay sightings in Vegas although she did talk to him twice....But that doesn';t prove that he was even in Vegas at the time or that Jennifer didn't see him since we don't REALLY know what he looks like at this point.
During this time I notice Jill, who is sitting across that table, creating some oragami birds.
Back to the SIGS....
INCA-in the absence of Dan I said, Check the Boards. And if you do that today there is actually a post in the INCA forum!!!!
Sith- No meeting on the horizon, Lots of new stuff hitting. Look for the 30th anniversary logo!! On a personal note I think it's time for a road trip, thoguh it would not be the same without Alex. Ron spoke to Alex last week. Alex was trying to convince Ron to pop by Phoenix on his way home from the Rose Parade.
Jedi Panel- Greg says on the boards to check the boards. Next meeting will discuss the plans for 2007.
IKM- In what may be the longest SIG report in the history of SIG reports, here are the bits that I picked up.
Sarah started things off with a current project she is working on ( complete with samples) for a new designer. It is a Majai for a church. It is the same patten as Kevin's mattrix coat with a few modifications. The designer chose velvet which does not hold up to wear at all. When creating a garment look at fabric first then color. More often that not you can dye or stain a fabric to the color you need.
There was then a contest to pick out the silk from a group of fabric swatches. Sarah made it difficult for one table, not giving them a silk swatch......it was a trick question The comment was made that the silk smelled like fish, it all smelled like fabric to me, but I'm also not a big fan of fish.
Oragami continues......
Anthony then introduced us to his Imperial Officer uniform. The jacket is a modified civil war jacket, from the north he believes. He needs new boots and for Bill to fix his rank insignia. Anthony was also able to find his hat! We were all very relieved.
Still more Oragami.......
Bill was up next with his Jango armour.Bill brought his guns and someone at this point said whip it out....... yeah...well... Bill showed his Master Replicas blasters, at this point Jennifer asked to see one of them to which she recieved the you must be joking look, but Bill conceded and gave one to Jennifer. Bill continued on about the blasters and Jennifer continued to look longingly at them. When it was obvious that Bill wanted the blaster back, Jennifer looked up and appologized for fondling the gun..... We then got into Bill Jango armour in some detail. The Vest is leather and the armour is Centra (hope I am spelling that correctly) it is like abs/pvc foam, back plate is fiberglass. Bill mentions something being cold cast fiberglass, this is a process where metal is mixed in with the clear coat.
His Boots are Kenneth Cole reaction Boots. the shoe armour is of Centra and is held in place with snaps and some elstic on one side to provide ease of movement. The Gauntlets are vacuformed, this is bad. Vacuforming provides the least amount of detail. Bill is working on making his own gauntlets. The Jet Pack body is also vacuformed, the rockets are in resin and spun on a lathe. The knee plates are a thinner plastic and are ver susseptible to cracks . The belt is hand cut and braided. HIs shin guards were formed from a vase.
His gloves are navy not black as one might think. It is VERY difficult to find the gloved since they should have no stitching on the back. Bill currently wears a pair that are a half size too small. There are only a couple of different helmets, Bill's is sans dent. This is not the same helmet Boba wears....
Fun Fact 1: Boba and VAder fight in one of the comics. Boba shoots and Vader deflects the shot hitting Boba and casusing the dent in Boba's helmet.
Fun Fact 2: AJngo's armour was trimmed down from the original Boba armour because of the size difference between Jeremy Bulloch and Temura Morrison.
Fun Fact 3: At last knowledge the Jango armour viewed in the Archival room at Celebration, hold and Indy Knights business card in one of the pouches.
Bill adds when doing a costume, save you money and buy the best parts/pieces the first time. That was you aren't going back and redoping parts all the time.
In a late breaking report
Fan Creations- Laura reports that this time around will be an "Add on" story. Someone will start and then other folks will add to the story. These can be quite fun and amusing!!
Jennifer reports that things do not look good for doing something with Riley. Ron may have a contact at St. Francis, more news later.
Anothny returns with news of a possible road trip. Timothy Zahn will be signing in Lexington KY on February 4th. This will be his stop in the area as he is not scheduled to come to Indy. Anthony would like to go down and abuse the Lexington people about how pathetic their effort is. A good time for all for sure!!!
Also Karen Travis is coming in late May or early Jume. Anthony is trying to put together a mini con of authors and artists including, but not limited to Denning, Alston, Dorman, Corrony and many others.
Anthony lastly reports that the party in on him, the settlement is in!!!!!
At this point there is a flock of Oragami sitting at my table, some VERY tiny.
Quotes for the night:
"Jennifer is fondling the gun"
Whip it out"
"Flashing Jango"
"You have to get it hot"
"Boba on a box"
President-ette says, that's it I guess, We're done, Thanks to All!!!
Today's meeting notes were brought to you by the numbers 14 and 41 and by Tyrone Willingham and Bob Davie.
Lots of info in there people, hiope I covered it all without too many mistakes. I know it's not quite as humorous as Gail's offerings, but hey, it's done.
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RE: Indy Knights Monthly Meetings
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February 2007 Meeting Notes
Welcome, says your President Jennifer (Vaderette). She wants you to know that work has banished her to home for several months which, while inducing some stir craziness, helps her to avoid traffic. Everything is relative.
Say, are there any announcements besides resurrections? What does that mean, you ask? Well, the biggest discovery was the long absent Jay (Who Jedi, former IK President) who showed up. He had a very fine Jesus look about him...the way Jesus would look, I assume, if he covered poker for a living anyway. Also making a surprise return was Zuck who got his braces off and...that's really about it. Many happy returns to both of them!
Resurrection....Jesus...ha, ha! I made an additional joke without even meaning to do it, and I just now realized it. I crack me up!
There was a discussion of hair transplants regarding WhoJedi. It would be an IK first.
Dawn (Jedimama), according to Jennifer, saw someone sporting an IK T-shirt recently out in the world. Rock on.
Where is our Webmaster? He's not here, though perhaps so in spirit.
Our famous (?!?) bags and T-shirts are now available at comic book stores, so we'll see what comes of that.
Babblefish, or whatever it is, is not that helpful in translating Spanish, but if you can translate a recent message that Madame President got.......there's a free IK bag in it for you!
BIRTHDAYS
They didn't officially get announced, but here they are nonetheless.
Gary (Sargsidius) 2/23
Troy (Nerfherder) 2/7
Eric (Kirklondon) 2/25
Michael (Cre8td...) 2/13
Tim T. 2/23
Robert E. 2/4
JoDee E. 2/14
Happy birthdays to one and all!
Now, onto some SIG action!
JEDI PANEL: No action here. The meeting is postponed due to next Wednesday being Valentine's Day.
--March, however, will feature Tank, one of Luke's buddies from back in the proverbial day.
SIDE NOTE: Are we moving the July meeting? It's on the 4th. If we go ahead and have, I'm bringing the Declaration to read to everyone. Okay, maybe just the Preamble. You've been warned.
--We need to talk to Jim at the Rathskellar about it. He is neither big nor small, just for the record.
SITH COUNCIL: Is anyone representing? I guess Greg (DarthChewie) is.
--The 30th anniversary brings new figures with coins, and there will be a collector kit of some kind. Why do collectors need a kit, by the way? Shouldn't they already know how to collect without the help of some kit telling them?
IMPERIAL REMNANT
Game night is tomorrow night (you've already missed it) and two weeks from now, says Anthony (Club333), but that's not important right now.
[For future reference, Star Wars Minis is played the second and fourth Thursdays of the month at the Barnes & Noble in Carmel off of U.S. 31, 7:00 p.m.]
--Karen Traviss (REPUBLIC COMMANDO) is doing a book signing tour, and we're near the top of her list due to our reputation.
--Anthony would like to get the authors of HOW TO DRAW STAR WARS at the same time, but we need to raise about 1200 dollars for that. Ideas for this fundraising are much appreciated.
--Opportunities arise through Anthony's paintball operation, a Pizza Hut connection, among others. I sort of missed the details here, so Anthony can fill them in as needed.
--Perhaps the publishers will pitch in if he uses some "Barnes & Noble muscle."
--What about an eBay auction?
--The date depends on Traviss's schedule after Celebration IV. It may be June 9th.
--There was a reference to Bloodfin Garrison here, and something about Ron (consider this an indirect RON SPOTTING).
Also, the Children's Museum may be looking for some costumed characters for a Book Fair, but I missed the details on this too. What was I doing anyway?
Due to Anthony's "weird desires and tastes" (his words, not mine) he wants to build the Endor bunker on a paintball field and would love a little (or alot of) help.
--It needs to be flood resistant.
--Will there be the cool double door like in the movie where the second layer closes in when you don't know how to even open the first one? Who knows?
IKM
Sarah (Electrakitty) is not here. George does not know what's going on. All I know is that my Star Wars curtains that I made are AWESOME!
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Laura (Naboo Queen) also isn't here to tell us what we should be writing. However, the add-along story in Fan Creations seems to be going quite well. I'll take the initiative and say stick with that for now.
BOOK CLUB
According to an unnamed source, Book Club is the coolest of the SIG groups. The unnamed source isn't me, just for the record, though vainly speaking I will second the thought.
Book Club, speaking of which, is next Thursday (the third Thursday of the month as almost always). It's the old school Han Solo trilogy, and the time is 7:30 p.m. at Borders off of U.S. 31, near the Walmart on the south side. Where will we eat? That will be decided at the meeting, thus added an element of drama.
Oh, "Zahn says hi," according to, I think, Anthony (Club333).
--He refers to Timothy Zahn (ALLEGIANCE) and his recent book signing in Kentucky, held on the same day of a well-received Super Bowl for most of Indianapolis.
--Was ours of a few years ago the largest? This one compared, but we may have topped it.
--Anthony picked on the set-up, professionally speaking.
--Most importantly, did they pass "Adult World" on the way there, Chad (Redphive5) asks? The answer is "YES!" and I will add no further comment.
Jennifer (Vaderette) says to Don: "It's your ballgame."
Don and his sparring partner, for lack of a better term, Sean have come tonight to teach us a bit about fencing and also promote the fencing club they plan to open soon.
--They are nailing down the location by the end of the month.
--Funny story: The Marriott (or was it the Hyatt?) where DragonCon is held in Atlanta is also famous for Rob Lowe's escapades there. So now you know.
--Don says the key to the fencing and swordplay is to "have a fun time."
--Fencing folks stand a certain way because of cows at 3 a.m.
-Try, watch, have fun.
--"He's sharp!" This could go on all night.
--Here we received many instructions and then some folks got to try it out.
--Anthony (Club 333) goes first because he has "a warranty on his parts" according to someone.
--Jennifer (Vaderette) is next, followed by Greg (Darth Chewie). Chad (Redphive) gave it a shot, as did Kevin (Spencerian) and Chris (Wedgie Antilles). I, for one, moved my seat back, and eventually moved to the back of the room itself. Even swords with plastic tips are intimidating to me. Needles at my work, though....no problem.
Anyway, that was pretty much the meeting during which a good time was had. It was cold, but it was warm with comraderie. It's cheesy, but it's true...at least to me. Any questions, comments, anedotes, critiques, etc., forward them to the Gepper. Merci! Until later...Gail (MTFBWYA!)
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"Where is Greg anyway?" asks our President Jennifer (Vaderette) who also welcomes everyone. Was Greg (Darth Chewie) hit by a semi too? Seriously, Don the Fencing Boy (as Jennifer called him) really was in an accident before a meeting, so perhaps we shouldn't jest. Don's okay, as is Greg, and we'll come back to that later.
"Okay!" Jennifer (Vaderette) yells, getting back on topic. She says there is "lotsa sorta stuff" to discuss. There are old, new, and brand new people here tonight.
--Andrew (Jordankarr) has returned after several years in the recesses of Terre Haute and is more than happy to be back.
(We are reminded here that there is a Bloodfin meeting on the 31st, to be elaborated on at a later point.)
--Rick and Josh are also new and are assured that "we're not a cult."
--Josh says he loves the original trilogy, rightfully so, and collects the vintage toys.
--Also, Zoe, Jason (TK 5175) and Jenny's new daughter, made her first apperance at 6 weeks old. Only two more meetings, and she'll be an official member! I never did get to hold her that night, much to my ongoing regret.
Jennifer announces that Karen met Larry, and they will soon become Laren legally, so she'll go from a "Dolphin" to a Peacock. That big day will be on the 28th of April (and about which I am pretty excited seeing as I was there when the evolutin of Laren began). The wedding itself will not have an open bar, but there will be a "kick it up" shower on the 24th.
Just then, Greg (Darth Chewie) finally arrives, and we see that little Miss Meredith, now almost 14 months old, can walk and be adorable at the same time!
Back on a topic, nothing has been decided regarding the July meeting yet which would fall on the 4th. I'll be reading the Declaration of Independence that day........presumably just like everyone else. It's dry and whiny in the middle, but the beginning and end ROCK!
Tom (DJ Tom) said something about whether we would be having a movie night for the 30th anniversary of "Star Wars." Maybe we will, Tom....maybe we will. It clearly won't be at Hollywood Bar and Filmworks, though, what with its nonexistence and all.
BREAKING NEWS!
Bill (BH7718) is now the Events Coordinator for Bloodfin just as his wife Dawn (TK1544) is the EC for the Indy Knights. How cute! Anyway, Bill was thinking we could combine the IK and BF for one big events with armor and everything! Jennifer (Vaderette) should be in charge, Tom says.
FUNDRAISER OPPORTUNITY
Anthony has an idea (among many,undoubtedly that roll around his brain) to raise money for the IK through the Guest Griller program at Mongos. I think this refers to the Mongolian Barbeque, but I'm not hip to the way kids talk nowadays.
--It could be done at both locations simultaneously, and we could split the money with Bloodfin. However, grilling in armor is discouraged due to the likelihood of melting plastic.
-Randomly, we also have some Drew Struzan stuff to auction, as I understood it.
T-SHIRTS STILL AVAILABLE
...though not on Greg (Darth Chewie). That's the previous T-shirt. Mike has one on though, but it doesn't come with the tattoo.
BIRTHDAYS
Scott (Jedi Wicket) 3/28
John (YodaonmyLeg) 3/11
Amy (Mrs. TB 6923) 3/28
Bobby (TR 1032, Jr.) 3/25
Happy Birthday to all!
SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS
Jennifer (Vaderette) encourages the moderators to explain their SIG's.
BOOK CLUB
Hey, it's my SIG! This month's meeting is next week already, as always the third Thursday of the month...except when it's not. It'll be at the Borders off of U.S. 31 South near the Walmart on the south side. The books are those old school Lando books. I don't even know the names. Let's be honest here: the book is just a pretence to get together and have a good time. The time is 7:30 p.m., and afterwards we will eat somewhere that is not Hooters.
--Greg (who is apparently the new Ron is terms of number of appearances) wins the trivia prize for knowing (very quickly) that a Jedi robe is still worth alot of money though the Jedi themselves seem to dispense with them so easily.
COIN OPS
The easy answer is "Check the Boards," but Chuck (fettsixty) gives it a go and says, at least on the forums if not in person, they discuss the old school video and arcade games...even Atari.
FAN FICTION
Laura (Naboo Queen) couldn't be here due to a moratorium on talking. She left me a one-minute message on my voice mail letting me know she couldn't talk, which was curious but also very polite.
--Currently, there is the ongoing story in this forum, plus "Hoth stories" are still being submitted.
IKM
Sarah (Electrakitty) shows up tonight, apparently fearful that I might take her off of the attendance list otherwise.
--Anyway, Sarah runs what has evolved into a sewing group at the Costume shop at Butler's Lilly Hall. It's starting back up again this upcoming Tuesday, 7 p.m. PM Sarah (Electrakitty) for more information.
--Sarah can teach you to sew. She taught me, she taught George, and she can teach college freshmen. I mean, seriously, that's talent!
--Here we discussed the "amazing mistake" of Jason's shirt in which he juxtaposed C-3PO's head on Han Solo's body, a situation that would probably cause Han nightmares.
Andrew (Jordankarr) lets us know he could help you customize your car as well, so there are hidden skills everywhere among us.
Bill (BH 7718) discusses his Jango jumpsuit with Sarah at length here.
Hey, says Jennifer (Vaderette), she made it on David Prowse's website. He saved the best picture for last (it's from our beloved DragonCon), she says, but you have to skip a woman of absurd voluptuousness to see her.
IMPERIAL REMNANT
"Hi everybody!" says Dr. Nick, er, Anthony (Club333).
--Anthony runs the "gaming wing" of this club which is really just a way to avoid his job.
--The playing of Star Wars miniatures occurs the second and fourth Thursdays of every month at Barnes & Noble off of U.S. 31 in Carmel, 7 p.m. There are game nights on the other Thursdays, but they are not "SW"-related.
KAREN TRAVISS BOOK SIGNING
Straight from Celebration IV., Star Wars author Karen Traviss (Republic Commando books; Betrayal) will be doing a book signing at the Barnes & Noble in Carme on May 31st, 7 p.m.
--Tom Hodges (Panel to Panel) and Matt Busch will also be there.
--Is Ralph McQuarrie dead? I don't know, but his conceptual art lives on.
--There may be a charity event connected to this.
--The 501st will be at the book signing as well.
--Jennifer declares, "I gotta get my hoses!" [Insert comment here.]
InCA
As always, check the Boards. This SIG is nothing (literally) if not consistent.
SITH COUNCIL
Apparently Alex (Padawandoc) is still living in Arizona, so Jason speaks for the group.
--Sometimes, although now sporadically, somebody has a meeting at his house, and the toys are discussed.
--If you want to join the toy collecting forum, you have to get permission from the moderator, presumably Brad (Toyman). In the Sith Council forum, people post what toys can be found where, particularly at stores like Target, Walmart, etc.
JEDI PANEL
Greg (Darth Chewie) says the next meeting is next Wednesday, 7-ish, the 14th at the Borders at Keystone at the Crossing.
--They will discuss Tank Sunbar.
--There will be no tank tops in honor of the occasion, and definitely no nudity.
--Also, we apparently haven't beeing watch "Star Wars" all these years for the sake of "content."
BLOODFIN GARRISON MEETING
It's on March 31st, 1 p.m., at the Ram downtown. Come if you're interested in getting or making armor or joining Bloodfin. That, or come to drink.
--Bill (BH7718) discusses the $2700 bar tab that the group rang up at a previous meeting. The bar ran out of shot glasses. There were at least 13 rounds. By the way, America is in an economic slump...can't you tell?
--Anyway, Bloodfin is currently working on new T-shirts and jerseys.
--DON'T BUY ARMOR ON EBAY! GO THROUGH BLOODFIN!
--Come to the meeting, meet people, have a good time.
--How much is it for armor, someone asks? Bill says it starts arond 800 dollars, but that's without the accessories or modifications. It's not something to be taken lightly...much like the Jundland Wastes, so I've heard from a guy with a very expensive robe.
--Bill has been working on his Jango armor for 3 years.
--It would cost ten grand for Jabba!
--Let Bill (BH7718) know if you want or need anything since he's now the Events Coordinator as previously mentioned.
--It's rain or shine for those in armor, just like mail carriers.
At this point, the meeting went back to Greg who discussed the "Star Wars" comics with a complete table display. For my part, I talked to his wife Melissa and was entertained by the perpetually happy Meredith.
Thus the meeting concluded.
Thanks to all who have managed to make it through these notes and for the patience in waiting for the two extra days than usual. Questions, comments, anedotes...I am the Gepper. Until later...Gail (MTFBWYA!)
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Can you believe yet another month has passed and with it another General Meeting of the Indy Knights? I can believe it because I was there. If you were there as well and would like to relive the magic or if you missed it, here were the evening's events as interpreted by the Gepper. Enjoy, etc.!
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Jennifer (Vaderette, IK President) welcomes the families, visitors, and other new people. First out of the gate with the introductions is Mary.
--She's a friend of Tom (DJ Tom), a "first time caller" to the meeting, but she's been a fan since Day 1.
--"Little Billy" is her cousin, also known as BH 7718.
--Tom reminded her on air to show up. It's the power of positive nagging!
Next up, we have Matt who was "dragged here" by George (Jorg Sacul).
--He admits to being "Rebel scum," and is in fact very active with the Rebel Legion should anyone be interested.
--He cheerfully acknowledges the enemy: "Hi, Bloodfin!"
Tonight's "Comeback Guy" is Richard (Quag).
--He says he moved to the "moisture farms" of Indiana but came back to visit.
"HI, LITTLE BILLY!"
Jennifer also makes note of her co-worker John (Wango Jango) being there.
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Moving on, Joey Fatone (formerly of N'Sync) did us proud on "Dancing with the Stars" doing a tango to the "Star Wars" disco music. You can see it on YouTube or in its own thread here in the forums.
--No member of N'Sync was in "Episode II."......no matter what Chad (Redphive5) tells you.
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The Superheroes Museum is now open downtown on Louisiana near Union Station. Admission is $5. Several of us discussed what we thought of it so far (Charissa, Gregg (Droidboy), myself, etc.) and said that it may be best to check it out again in a few weeks when a 1989 "Keaton car" from "Batman" is there...which will be awesome. I just think they need more glass covering things because I'd be terrified of some punk kid breaking and/or stealing something off one of those shelves. Or punk adults.
Hey, why don't we open a "Star Wars" museum? Oh, that's right: it's not feasible. Jason (TK 5175) wishes so: "My wife wants her room back."
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Karen (Queen Karendala) is getting married! She's becoming a Peacock!
No, seriously.
--Everyone is invited to attend on April 28th at the Garfield Baptist Church.
--Armor would be cool, but it'll probably be better for the reception so as to scare fewer old ladies.
BIRTHDAYS
Teresa (Mrs. Xizor) 4/14
Robert (Webmaster) 4/8
Chad (Sidra) 4/22
Dustin (bluejedi89) 4/17*
*Jay (Zuck) is puzzled to learn that Dustin's last name is not "Zuck Jr."
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Where's Ron?, Jennifer (Vaderette) ponders. He would have an "antidote."
(She meant "anecdote," of which Ron (TK-2769) has no shortage. Does this count as a Ron Spotting?)
Anyway, it's time for another round of "How did we get into this mess? I really don't know how." Seriously, Threepio, it's "How did you join the Indy Knights?"
Tim T.
--He came because of Tom (DJ Tom): He was always a fan, "Came, loved it." So here he is. Score 1 for Tom.
[It's a competition, by the way, between Tom and I as to who has recruited more people. He has that whole access to radio thing, but I can be very loud, so it evens out.]
Bill (BH 7718): It's "Gail's fault." (Score 1 for the Gepper!)
Christina (DarkJediJaden): She used to work with me, ya know. She saw my Stormtrooper necklace, and it's all been happily downhill since that time. (Score 1 more for the Gepper!)
George (Jorg Sacul)
--It was the November before Celebration II. He came to a meeting with "300 people" at my apartment which was apparently impossible to find...the apartment, not the 300 people.
--He still remembers the "cup arch." I have a picture somewhere if anyone needs proof.
--He recruited Kevin (Spencerian), "by default" Charissa, Gregg (Droidboy), and Mark (Fyberdyne) showed up at the same meeting as well.
--So, really, score at least three for George! I think he may be winning.
Richard (Quag)
--It was all about Celebration II. and Tom on Q95. No, wait, Z99.5.
--Score 1 more for Tom!
Jay (Zuck)
--Uh, TFN?
--"Great story," says Dan (TB 6923)
When not proclaiming the supposed"Star Wars" participation of N'Sync, Chad (Redphive5) would like to add to his previous story of last August that he'd also like to thank Rebelscum for his involvement.
Greg (DarthChewie)--While he talks about moving, someone urges, "Skip to Star Wars!"
--His wife Melissa was getting involved with some groups and told him to find his own...no swingers' groups though.
--Up pops the IK on a search.
--He checks out Book Club to see if it's "nutjobs" or regular people. Finding a bit of both, he stays anyway.
--In a bizarre twist, the topic book was apparently actually discussed that night.
--Greg seems to be the first person to find us via the Web. Score 1 for technology!
"Where's the Celebration rush this year?," George (Jorg Sacul) laments.
Chuch (fettsixty): Recent member?
--If by "recent" you mean at least two years.
--Scott and Christina got him involved at Celebration III., he got the information necessary, and here he is.
Keith (TychoCelchu): He says his story is boring. He saw the website or a card.
--Oh, and he misses the days when Book Club has a cool sign and a fancy light-up pen. Those days are over, pal. It's the Gepper Era now.
Jill (Jilcosta Nu): She thought the Indy Knights were an urban legend back in high school. She thought we sat around in costume at the meetings. I'm not sure why we don't, actually, but moving on...
--She waited until she thought it would be "less scary" and tried it out.
--Who gets credit for this one? It comes down to who would you rather meet? DJ Tom or the Gepper? I make the argument that while Tom can help you win a radio contest, I'm out there saving the world one tooth at a time...four days a week anyway.
John (WangoJango) was rifling through his co-worker Jennifer's desk one day, and here he is now. Don't worry: Jennifer wasn't there at the time.
JEDI PANEL
"Last month was great!" proclaims Greg (DarthChewie). Therefore, apparently, there will be no meeting this month.
--Is the Boba book out now? Yes, it is, but it's got nothing new in it.
--Anyway, the last meeting had six people, a recent high!
--Greg is selling comics for a buck as issue.
--If you want to know about the Toschi Station drinking game, ask Greg. It's also now posted in the Jedi Panel forum.
--Anyway, it is being postponed this month.....much like the prequels were for 16 years.
SITH COUNCIL
No, really, I AM going to have a meeting in early May, probably that first weekend after the meeting on the 2nd. I bought and assembled more shelves today for my "Star Wars" room. Everything is going as planned.
InCA
Dan says he's customizing his bathroom. Check the Boards.
On a side note, Jennifer (Vaderette) is trying to figure out how to make a Death Star cake. In the end, pieces will be everywhere!
--Will it be the first or second Death Star. We'll just see how it turns out.
IMPERIAL REMNANT
"Hi, Everybody!," says Anthony (Club333) to which we all respond in kind.
--He used to have a book club too, you know. Ask me about it.
--Star Wars Minis meets the second and fourth Thursdays of every month at the Barnes & Noble in Carmel, 7 p.m., off of U.S. 31.
--Other gaming is done on the other Thursdays as well, and all of these meetings keep Anthony from doing his real job, such as it is.
KAREN TRAVISS BOOK SIGNING
Same store on May 31st.
He's still working on planning fundraisers and needs volunteers for the gig at Mongo's (Mongolian Barbeques). No date is set as of yet.
On May 19th, noon, there will be a paintball fundraiser in Martinsville.
--10 dollars per person playing will go to the Indy Knights.
--It will take place at, I think, Paintball Indiana.
--It's 35 dollars is you need gear, 30 dollars otherwise.
--It's 15 dollars for 150 pellets, 40 for 500.
--PM Anthony (Club333) if you may be interested in this.
--Yes, paintball hurts, but pain is temporary. Paint splatter is forever!
STAMPS COMING!!!!!!!!!!!!!
May 25th is the big day when the 16 stamps are released!
--Bloodfin is working on an event for late May/early June regarding this exciting development, maybe at the Children's Museum that is maybe creating a "Star Wars" display.
--Details were supposedly being worked out today.
BIG JOHN WANTS AN INTERVIEW
Jennifer (Vaderette) is working on it, though "ASAP" is a problem. Maybe Bloodfin should be involved as well.
--Bill (BH7718) and Gregg (Droidboy) verbally spar the age old Rebel/Imperial question.
IKM
It's next Tuesday on the Butler Campus, Lilly Hall's costume shop. Contact Sarah (Electrakitty) for more details. 7 p.m. is the start time, but don't expect much help from Sarah this week since she is working on a major project.
Here I, the Gepper, display the blanket that Laura (Naboo Queen) made me for Christmas (?!?) arriving just today. Keith (TychoCelchu) describes it as an "8 bit AT-AT," giving away his tendencies towards computer geekdom. I think it's pretty awesome and am proud to have it...no matter in what season it arrived.
COIN OPS
Is this forum dead? Chuck (fettsixty) gets indignant, says there have been a few posts.
BOOK CLUB
Okay, folks: This month it's a Choose Your Own Adventure for the topic, meaning just talk about any book. Uh, yeah. Next month is the original Star Wars novelization in honor of the 30th anniversary of "Star Wars." The meeting this month is the 19th, the third Thursday of the month, at the Borders on the south side off of U.S. 31 near Walmart. Start time is 7:30 p.m., and we'll probably go to Outback after the fact.
--No offense Chuck, but no more Shallo's. I don't like balogna steak.
--Gregg (DarthChewie) won the deck of cards featuring "SW" poster art which was convenient given that he collects decks of cards. The question was: how many times did I see "AOTC" (NOT featuring any member of N'Sync) in the theatre? The answer was 17.
SPRING FLING
It's an annual event being held at the Speedway United Methodist Church on the 20th of April, 5:30-8:30 p.m.
--It's a Hollywood theme, so it's not just Star Wars.
--More information is available in the Events forum.
Jennifer (Vaderette) swears she's bringing T-shirts next month. There were in the closet, much like a former member of N'Sync until recently.
Tasers, anyone?
CINEMA GRILL
--No details yet for an event.
--Will people come? Not if they show "Howard the Duck."
--Bloodfin may want to be involved as well.
RAIDING A MUSEUM?
Will "Raiders of the Lost Ark" be playing at the IMA on June 1st? That's the rumor.
"Stupid Willow Trivia" via Anthony (Club333) makes people boo with the impossible question of what does "dikini," or however it's spelled, mean...the answer being Tibetan Skywalker God.
--Did anyone win the Willow belt? I don't know.
--"Peck" came up here, but I missed the reference. I think it was an insult.
Matt (newbie from minutes ago reading these notes, hours ago me writing them) says that he's going to a roller derby in Columbus, OH this weekend.
Jennifer (Vaderette) says, "Alright, cool. Thanks for coming."
--Oh, and see the US Postal Service website for some "wicked easy" Star Wars questions that could win you a trip to Celebration IV.
Whew! That is fortunately all for now because my posture can't take much more of this. When did I get so old and achy? Curse you, thirtieth year! Anyway, any questions, comments, or antidotes (?), send them my way. Thanks for reading....Gail (MTFBWYA!)
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Greetings once again, everyone. This month we mark the thirtieth anniversary of "Star Wars," and what way to better celebrate than the usual gathering of the geektastic bretheren? Here is a recounting of the events of a few nights ago as interpreted by the Gepper. I would have written them sooner, but last night required a nap before heading out to the midnight "Spiderman 3" movie. 12:03, actually. Did I already mention the part about being geeks? Anyway, here we go!
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Zoe (Miss TK 5175) is chairing the meeting. "Awwwww." By the way, even though only a baby, this is Zoe's third meeting, thus making her an official member. Next month, she better bring two dollars for dues!
"Okay, we're here," says Jennifer (IK President, Vaderette), having just made it back to town after a prior funereal engagement.
THE UNION OF "LAREN"
Karen (Queen Karendala) and Larry got married! The wedding was "woven," as Jennifer said, with Star Wars. And it was officiated by a "Pastorette."
--References to "The Force of God" weirded out Jennifer's mother.
--Anyway, now Karen will be Dr. Peacock, together they are officially Laren, and Karen gets to be a zookeeper in Lafayette as well. The Force, indeed. Congratulations to the happy couple for proving that more good things come out of DragonCon than just wild costumes and inebriation.
Due to the out-of-town-viewing bit, Jennifer forgot her "official" paper tonight, so we're more or less winging it.
"Hey, Zuck is here!" declares Laura (Naboo Queen). Yes, yes he is.
Any Newbies here? Oh, it's Stephanie, Ian's girlfriend. She's just getting into all of this stuff, but she does have a cool Fossil watch and has made R2 and Boba Fett cakes for Ian, so she should be a keeper. Welcome!
Jennifer (Vaderette) has brought the T-shirts tonight, as being modeled by Mike and Jason...who were at "Spiderman 3" last night as well, coincidentally. Jason and I agreed that the "Harry Potter" trailer was the best part of the experience. Moving on...
The Star Wars stamps are coming on the 25th of May. Mary says she "accquired" the tabletop display. Yes...acquired.
Anthony declares that "acquiring" the full-size display is what he considers a "challenge," not theft.
THE CHILDREN'S MUSEUM STAMP EVENT
It's on June 2nd, and Bloodfin will be there!
There are many upcoming events for the stamp release, actually, many in the Fort Wayne area.
--See the Bloodfin boards (bloodfingarrison.com) for more information. You should be able to read on the boards but not post if you happen to not be registered. However, I could be wrong on that. Bill (BH 7718) is your contact person for these things.
Speaking of the Children's Museum, that same event may feature the toy collection, in part, of Elaine (Zippy's) cousin. He was collecting his whole life, all 33 years, and had three full rooms of stuff.
--Did he sell it because of an intervention? Actually, he feared someone would steal it.
--The exhibit probably doesn't have full Lucasfilm approval yet, so they may need to "sneak it in" for the event. Crazy Rebels.
--Anyway, they will be selling stamps at the museum event in June, but they go on sale to the public at the post offices on May 25th.
--Jennifer (Vaderette) assures us that this will all get "more unclearer" soon.
CYSTIC FIBROSIS CHARITY EVENT
Steven (TK 1087) has posted a link about this in the Events Forum which may be helpful.
Ian tells us about this organization Great Strides that aims to help people with Cystic Fibrosis since there are 10 million carriers of the genes for this condition.
--The event is in Columbus, IN on the 20th of May. "No pressure."
--Ian also sent me a few links, and I have an attachment to the larger file of information if anyone would like it. The links are for the park where it is located and the Event Coordinator of the project.
rick.d.bowman@cummins.com
http://www.kid-at-art.com/htdoc/millrace.html
Link to Mill Race Park itself.
It's time for BIRTHDAYS: They are as follows.
Elaine (Zippy) 5/24
Brad (Toyman) 5/11
Laura (Naboo Queen) 5/17
Jason (TK 5175) 5/1 ("He's just a baby!" declares Jennifer because he is the same age as her brother, apparently.)
Amy (Mrs. TB6923) 5/28
Logan (Mini TB 6923 I.) 5/26
Happy once and future birthday to all!
Jennifer would like to organize an "out of here" family get-together of some kind.
--No planes and helicopters.
--Maybe swimming pools (sans movie stars) or a park.
--Hey, "Spiderman 3" is at the IMAX! All of the weeping in it will be twice the size!
Symphony on the Prairie is not have a Sci-Fi night this year...THEY'RE HAVING A JOHN WILLIAMS NIGHT which is probably event better!
Could we have a fencing event in open air? Do we have insurance for that sort of thing?
SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS
FORCE FLIPPIN' FAN FICTION
Laura (Naboo Queen) says the ongoing story is ongoing even if it isn't going anywhere at the moment.
--She'd also like us to post summer vacation stories with "Star Wars" characters.
----"No sex," she declares...unless implied and tasteful, I can only assume.
SITH COUNCIL
Hey, it's me, the Gepper! I'm hosting Sith Council this weekend!
It's this Saturday the 5th, noon to 6 p.m. or so, at my house. Please PM me if you need directions, etc.
.....
Wait for it....
BOOK CLUB
It's me yet again! Book Club is on the third Thursday of the month, this time on the 17th. It's at Borders on the south side near the Walmart off of U.S. 31 South around 7:30 p.m. The book is the orginal novelization of "Star Wars" from back in the day. I don't know why we're eating after that yet, but it's the off-Outback month, so we'll figure something out. BE THERE!
JEDI PANEL
"Hi, Greg!" Greg (DarthChewie) loves "that Norm-ish feeling."
This month, coincidentally, they are covering the orginal "Star Wars" as well as the first issues of "Tag and Bink."
--The meeting is next Wednesday, May 9th, 7 p.m., at the Borders at Keystone at the Crossing.
--Contrary to Book Club, they never go out to eat after the fact, Greg says.
--Last time, by the way, they talked booze......lots of booze.
BLOODFIN GARRISON
Hey, it's International 501st week for its 10th Anniversary.
"Mass Drinking" is planned for the Ram downtown this weekend, it seems. Hey, you could hit this after Sith Council, right?
IMPERIAL REMNANT
"Hi, everybody!" Anthony (Club333) rallies the troops.
There was something here about "math for a head," but I missed the reference.
--Imperial Remnant is on Thursday the 10th, 7 p.m., at the Barnes & Noble in Carmel off of U.S. 31.
--On the 24th, he'll be at Celebration IV., "drinking or something."
--Willl there be stealing of mailboxes? I don't condone this. Nor would R2-D2, galactic savior.
Don't forget the Karen Traviss Book Signing Event on the 31st! There is a thread about this in the Events forum as well. Anthony handed out fliers to everyone except Zoe since she probably would have eaten it.
PAINTBALL EVENT
On May 19th, the event is in Martinsville at Paintball Indiana. 10 dollars of each entry will go to the IK
--It's safer than bowling when you wear a mask and more fun than...well, ask Anthony for the rest of that quote.
Here Jennifer asks for opinions, but I didn't have to take notes.
George (Jorg Sacul) tells us about the Midnight 4th of July Parade in Anderson, sponsored by the VFW.
--Maybe we could send up some characters...costumed characters, we mean. We're all characters in this club, aren't we?
--VCW: Veterans of the Clone Wars"
--Talk to Bill (BH 7718) or Jason (TK 5175) for more information.
IKM
Guess what? They met last night, says Sarah (Electrakitty).
It'll be in two weeks again, the 15th, 7 p.m., at the Lilly Hall costume shop on the Butler campus.
--PM Sarah (Electrakitty) for more information. She may even get it.
--It's time to start on those DragonCon costumes!
"Cool! That's it!" says Jennifer (Vaderette)
....And that's it for me as well. If there are any questions, comments or anecdotes, pass them along to the Gepper, and I will do what I can within reason and convenience. Thanks for making it through the notes. Until later...Gail (MTFBWYA!)
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"Welcome to the July meeting!" says Jennifer (Vaderette, IK President). Or is that June?
Yes, June. It's hard to keep track of the month because "work sucks"...her words, not
mine.
THE BOOK SIGNING REVISITED
According to Madame President, this involved "two hot guys and one cool girl," or something
to that effect.
--Barnes & Noble sold alot of stuff, so the store was pleased even if it was below
original expectations.
--Karen Traviss, Matt Busch and Tom Hodges said they got more attention than they did
the entire time at Celebration IV.
--Apparently, Long Island Iced Teas bring out the best stories...ones that I only hear one
line and know it's time to turn back and walk away again.
--One of the artists has never been to strip club because he would want to "help the women."
Take that as you will.
--Karen Traviss lost her luggage...twice actually. She loves all this Star Wars stuff,
though.
STAR WARS TOYS AT THE CHILDREN'S MUSEUM
"That's his stuff!" the Gepper declares about nearby Randy Barker, cousin of Elaine (Zippy).
STAMPS ARE OUT NOW. HOW COULD YOU NOT ALREADY KNOW THAT?
BIRTHDAYS
June is always a big month for us. There was alot of geekdom in the water nine months
prior to it, apparently. Anyhow, once and future happy birthday to all of these folks!
Kevin (Spencerian) 6/19
Tom (DJ Tom) 6/3
Deron (Xizor) 6/27
Emma (Miss Xizor) 6/23
Bill (BH7718) 6/9
Jay (WhoJedi) 6/24
Gail (The Gepper) 6/7
Aaron P. (6/22)
Cari (The Shara) 6/17
RANDOM THOUGHTS
Some guy named Kevin (not Matt) on the south side had a yard sale with Star Wars stuff.
Some of it was cheap, but some of it was still, alas, not so inexpensive. He may yet be
of some use to us. No, wait, he may yet come to a meeting in the future.
RATHSKELLAR VOLUNTEERING
You know that nifty room we have most months, the big ballroom where we hold our meetings
and create all those nifty, geek-inspired memories? Yeah, it's not free...much like our
freedoms, so I hear. Anyway, we volunteer a few times a year to keep that room. One of
those days is the Fourth of July.
--"The Skinny guy" took awhile getting back to us on it, but we now know that there are
two shifts, one for set-up (6 people?) and one for tear down (4 people?), on that Wednesday
the 4th. What of our own meeting, you ask? Patience! For the Jedi it is time to eat as
well.
--However, there is "ample drink" available at the Rathskellar should you choose to
volunteer, so keep that in mind.
SUMMER CONNING...HAVIN' A BLAST
Wizard World --August
DRAGON*CON--August/September (also known as Labor Day weekend)
Inconjunction--"still kicking"--July 6th through 8th.
RANDOM THOUGHTS, PART II.
A woman named Zona let us know about the Greenwood Freedom Festival coming up on June 30th.
--There will be a parade, and therefore there should be costumers.
--Bloodfin has no information yet, so uh, just make a note of it.
SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS
IKM
AFter a "minor hiatus," says Sarah (Electrakitty), the sewing group meets again!
--It's on "the Tuesday that wasn't yesterday." That means this upcoming Tuesday
at Lilly Hall, Butler Campus, 7 p.m. Contact Sarah (Electrakitty) for more information.
She promises to get back to her even if the computer itself will not.
--What's that on your foot...tattoo or marker? It turns out it is both for Sarah.
--George (Jorg Sacul) learned to sew, but he can't make Nikes yet.
--Sarah did a great job on the Imperial officer uniform, Anthony (Club333) tells us.
And I concur.
SITH COUNCIL
Dan (TB 6923) declares that everyone is broke from Celebration IV....even if they didn't
go apparently.
FAN FICTION
Nope, Laura (Naboo Queen) isn't here...yet anyway.
JEDI PANEL
I'm just throwing this in here because I missed this announcement entirely if it was made.
IMPERIAL REMNANT
Anthony (Club333) talkes about the book signing some more.
--There will be "freebies" from CIV. at Minis tomorrow night. That's at the Barnes &
Noble in Carmel off of U.S. 31, 7 p.m. It's on every Thursday, though it's technically
Star Wars Minis on the second and fourth Thursdays of the month.
--Back to the Book Signing: Matt and Tom "felt like rock stars" and Karen was "ecstatic."
--The airline (by messing up the flight) screwed the sales, but ah well. It was still
better than most signings at the store.
--Except some "big stuff" in the spring.
--Autographed copies of the book (SACRIFICE, I assume) are still available.
BOOK CLUB
It's the third Thursday of the month, 7:30 p.m., Borders on the south side off of U.S. 31
near the Walmart. That's the 21st, by the way. The book is the EMPIRE STRIKES BACK
novelization because, frankly, Elaine (Zippy) already owns it, and we don't want to
stress her out again this month having to find the book.
--Speaking of Elaine, she correctly guesses that Jennifer (Vaderette) and I had a mini
Book Club on Tuesday to discuss SACRIFICE at Denny's. She won a free movie pass to
"Surf's Up" ("a major ocean picture") as donated by Anthony (Club333).
CONGRATULATIONS TO CHAD (REDPHIVE5) and KATIE!!
They recently got engaged, and the Gepper for one is most happy and excited about this!
--They're planning a big party at the Rathskellar on November 2nd with a Casino theme.
--It's on a Friday, and you're all invited! The Gepper will be there, that's for sure!
--The wedding itself will be simple, but Katie promises a "rowdy party." You've been
warned.
Jennifer (Vaderette) discussed the "little fella" in Warsaw. More on this to come.
OFFICER NOMINATIONS
Jennifer asks the officers to think about whether they "want to stay or buzz off."
[The Gepper is not going anywhere, so long as you'll keep me.]
The meeting is BEING MOVED TO THE 11th since we're all celebrating our country's birth
on the 4th. I'll be reading the Declaration of Independence and Volunteering at the
Rathskellar, though not at the same time.
BLOODFIN MEETING ON THE 16th.
My guess is it's at the Ram about 1 p.m., maybe noon. My guess is also that it will be
grand fun. Start formulating your jokes now: "30 stormtroopers walk into a bar..."
CELEBRATION IV.: THE VERDICT
George (Jorg Sacul) says it was fun, but expensive. The convention center, however is
ridiculously spread out. Zuck says it wasn't that great, but he'd totally go
again.
--We'd all go the Celebration Europe if Ian McDiarmid and Christopher Lee showed up.
George also said that all the negative things you may have heard about Jake Lloyd
are probably true. What, really, would you expect from a Sith Lord wanna-be?
RANDOM THOUGHTS, PART III.
Matthew Wood, the voice of General Grievous, was three coupons for his autograph.
The official Celebration IV. guide still refers to the "White River Ballroom."
----2600 miles to the left.
When attending cons, remember to bath EVERY DAY.
Gen Con, coincidentally, is August 16th.
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The meeting was held one week later than usual because of the 4th of July holiday.
>>> "Are we ready to go?," asks Madame President Jennifer (Vaderette).
There were no new people there that night. That being off a week really messed things up, though I was grateful for the day to celebrate my favorite country and read its Declaration of Independence. Anyway...
BIRTHDAYS:
Jennifer (Vaderette) 7/26
Ryan (Yodafett77) 7/5
Anthony (Club333) 7/12
Happy Once and Future Birthday to All! (Why can't I ever find those party emoticons when I want them? Lazy, I guess.)
RATHSKELLAR VOLUNTEERING
Jim (the "skinny guy" to which Madame President likes to refer) showed up late to the Rath, but he was happy with our work. I guess we get to keep our room for a few more months. Hurrah!
--The next event is Oktoberfest, followed by St. Nikolas fest. Mark those German calendars now!
GREENWOOD FREEDOM FESTIVAL/PARADE
The mixed IK/Bloodfin group (plus Jack Sparrow) took second prize in a contest they didn't even enter! Impressive, eh? (I was in Canada.)
Quotes as the event was discussed.:
"Charity is my stripper name."
"They don't do stairs, Mayor Charlie."
Other useful information: TIE Pilots can unintentionally maul children, and they often get mistaken for Darth Vader. Also, women do not need "more in the back."
MIDNIGHT PARADE IN ANDERSON
George (Jorg Sacul) says there were weird props. There was alot of late night smiling without, you know, cross burning.
THREE RIVERS/FORT WAYNE PARADE
This past Saturday! Way to miss it, people!
Jennifer (Vaderette) says we're still planning something for the teenage Andrew, hopefully around Halloween.
BLOODFIN GARRISON
Bill (BH 7718) recalls that one time Vader passed out during a parade. He's more into the leading, after all, not the marching.
HALLMARK EVENT IN CARMEL
You missed this one already too, I think.
DICK WOLFSIE
Four stormtroopers showed up for this event, which is four more than I've ever been able to muster on my own.
BOOK CLUB
Hey, folks! It's this week, Thursday the 19th, 7:30 p.m., at the Borders off of U.S. 31, south side, near the Walmart. The book is the ROTJ adaptation. Let me tell you one thing: be thankful that only Threepio spoke on behalf of the group in front of the Ewoks. The Luke, Han, and Leia speeches in the book are beyond awful. Any self-respecting Ewok would have joined the Empire after hearing that sappy nonsense.
--Anyway, BE THERE!
"I need more Star Wars at a parade," said Vaderette's son. Don't we all?
Apparently, the costumers are expected back every year. Next time, I'm wearing my Sith cheerleader because, sadistically, I think it would be hilarious to be a 30-something cheerleader promoting a fictional order of evil beings while surrounded by overly done up little girls who take the concept of cheerleading so seriously.
At this point, a debate raged about Underdog vs. Super Chicken. Discuss.
IMPERIAL REMNANT
"Hi everybody!," says Anthony (Club333).
--Minis this week was to followed by drinking at BW3's.
--The SW Minis night was this past Thursday, I think. Next Thursday will be Harry Potter game night.
--Minis and other game playing is every Thursday night, 7 p.m., Barnes & Noble in Carmel.
--On Friday night/Saturday morning, it's the Harry Potter book release event at the same store. It's 8-12 p.m., then the book is released. I'll be there in costume! That's right: I'm not ashamed to be better dressed than small children with dreams of being wizards.
--Next Monday (maybe tomorrow) is the Tony Dungy book signing event.
--So, for Anthony: This week...he dines...in HECK. (at work, anyway).
-----On the bright side, he has Star Wars friends on MySpace through his connection to Jake Lloyd who, on an unrelated note, is a liar...from a certain point of view.
Rant of the Moment: Vaderette versus "Shorts Man"
FAN FICTION
Laura (Naboo Queen) says the vacation theme still applies. I wrote two stories so far about Ozzel and Piett on vacation...but not together. That'll be in ICE some other time.
Anthony's wife Carmen tried out for the roller derby, I think it was. Anthony, nonetheless, was at the meeting. That's dedication. I personally send happy thoughts her way and hope she got on the team. If not, well, then I hope she didn't get injured trying out.
HALLMARK, VERSION 2007
Damien (Princess D) "has a big thing" tonight. I don't even know what that means.
"Hi, Damien!"
She brought us some of the new ornaments to see. (They came out this weekend.)
--Star Wars, Star Trek, Harry Potter, etc.
--The SW ornaments include: the exclusive Tusken Raider, Ben Kenobi and Luke, Artoo and a Jawa, and the Falcon blasting out of Mos Eisley.
--Ben and Luke, by the way, make "noise and sound."
--The Force Field button could really annoy people at work, no matter how much we all love the Imperial March.
--Damien also demonstrated some of the music cards: Star Wars, Harry Potter...the Hamster Dance...Polka...scary stuff, really.
At this point, Jennifer, our esteemed President, did a Quiet Riot headbanging impression.
Anyway, if you buy one sound card as of July 23rd, you get one free iTune.
Damien now selects from her Artoo bolw raffle tickets to see who wins some prizes.
--Kevin (Spencerian) wins the Artoo ornament!
--"YES!": Laura flings sewing needles, endangers lives, as she wins the Force Field button (which she most graciously later gave to Jennifer to, as mentioned, annoy people at work).
--Chris wins a song card.
--George wins last year's Anakin/Obi Wan ornament.
ELECTIONS NEXT MONTH
"OH!" says Laura (Naboo Queen)
--Chris, the Treasurer, promises to post once a week.
No one wants to step down. We all like our happy little ruts, it seems.
Then, suddenly, when all seemed calm, OUT OF NOWHERE ZUCK IS NOMINATED AND SECONDED FOR CITY REP!
--This creates minor chaos, but I can't see why. I'm the one who makes the ballots.
--Anyway, it'll be Tom (DJ Tom) the incumbent, vs. the Adlai Stevenson of IK elections (look it up, kids) Zuck (Jay) for City Rep at next month's August meeting.
Jennifer (Vaderette) will not be there as she will be on "vacation."
"We all get Anthony for a month." Somewhere, I suspect, a coup is being not-so-silently plotted.
"Third time's the charm!" says Zuck of the election.
Just then, again OUT OF NOWHERE JILL (JILCOSTA NU) ARRIVES!
Now, Jennifer says, she's done...presumably because Jill arrived.
However, Chad (Redphive5) chimes in to let us know that a friend of Brad (JediDad1138) is having a garage sale selling some SW stuff, but it's also all posted in the Sith Council thread.
The meeting sort of falls apart after this rather than ending as Anthony (Club333) recounts being alive, thinking about buying a house, and maybe getting a cell phone.
Zuck says Chad and Katie want as their wedding gift for him to become City Rep. This probably ensures that Tom will not be DJ at the aforementioned wedding.
--The reception on November 2nd, by the way, will have "gambling and good food."
Anthony begins again, talking about how part of his apartment complex caught fire. He's starting to fear the month of July, what with the nearby conflagrations and plowing-into by semis just two years ago.
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That, I believe, is that. Questions, comments, anedotes....you know what that's aboot...I mean about. I'm back in America now. Thanks for reading! Until later...Gail (MTFBWYA!)
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Title: FF Indy Knights CR
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August 2007 meeting notes
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Greetings, All! In honor of possibly the shortest Indy Knights meeting ever (at least the structured portion), let us see if the Gepper can keep these notes equally limited. However, the Gepper does have a tendency towards rambling, so be warned.
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Jennifer (Vaderette, IK President) is currently in New Hampshire. The part of President will be played tonight by Anthony (Club 333, IK Vice President).
Anthony (Club333) asks: Are there any new members tonight? No.
Is Zuck even here for the election? Again, no.
Do we want to vote for City Rep by Acclamation? Yes.
Tom (DJ Tom) wins!
And I made alot of ballots for nothing. Congratulations, Tom!
Here is where we would have shared birthdays but didn't. So, here they are.:
Sarah (Electrakitty) 8/27
Jay (WhoJedi) 8/22
Chad (Redphive5) 8/30
Karen (QueenKarendala) 8/11
Happy Future Birthday to All!
BOOK CLUB
It's on the 16th at 7:30 p.m...possibly. It's at the Borders on the south side near the Walmart off of U.S. 31...definitely. The books will be the first two in the Jedi Apprentice series that follow the early adventures of Obi Wan Kenobi and his hippie Jedi Master Qui "Gone Groovy" Jin. BE THERE...whenever it is.
JEDI PANEL
Hi, Jedi Panel! "Actually, I'm Greg," says, uh, Greg (DarthChewie)
--The meeting is on Wednesday the 8th, 7 p.m., at the Borders at Keystone at the Crossing.
--The subjects will be the two Panel to Panel books and I think he said the Comic Companion. My hearing isn't so great thanks to that whirring handpiece next to my ear everyday. However, I don't work on Fridays, so I guess that's the payoff.
--Anyway, Greg says only two people were at that last meeting, and one of them was him. Jill (Jilcosta Nu) offers support now that her classes are over for the summer.
IKM
Sarah (Electrakitty) isn't here. Gregg (Droidboy) assures us that construction continues on a full scale Death Star model. Here's to hoping.
SITH COUNCIL
"Ummm...I don't know," says Jason (TK 8175). He suggests that someone could hold a meeting.
Anthony (Club333) says all of the Star Wars goodies from Comic Con are not back yet. They're being Fed Ex'd...like Britney Spears is now. No, wait, not like that.
--Oh, and he says Jessica Alba is "dainty" which is a word I've never know Anthony to use about a woman. Impressive.
IMPERIAL REMNANT
"Hi, me!" says Anthony (Club333).
The new Starter Set is out for Star Wars Minis.
The meetings that focus on Star Wars Minis on the second and fourth Thursdays of the month at 7 p.m. at the Barnes & Noble in Carmel off of U.S. 31. They do, however, have some form of gaming every Thursday night.
--Comic Con was great fun, by the way. He brought back a Spartan shield. If it doesn't come with the six-packed guy, though, I'm not interested.
--Meredith (Miss Darth Chewie) seems intrigued, though. She's a little Spartan!
BLOODFIN GARRISON
It's a "crazy month" declares Bill (BH7718)
--The new boards are up through, I presume, Bloodfingarrison.org (or is it .com? I can't remember.)
----Anyway, you need to get over there are re-register yourself if you have not yet done so. I need to get on that since I want to bask in the D*C preparations.
--Bill and Dawn are hosting an armor day this Saturday the 4th at noon at their home. Visit the aforementioned Bloodfin forum for more information.
--Several conventions are coming up soon: Wizard World, Gen Con, and the wondrous Dragon*Con. Am I there yet? Soon, Gepper, soon.
OTHER NEWS
Aaron2010 wants to try to organize a Star Wars event at the Greenwood Park Mall, but apparently the Simon folks have issues with masked folks at the mall. I know there's an insult I'm trying to articulate for this policy, but it's not coming to me. Feel free to contribute. Anyway, he's going to see what he can find out.
Anthony (Club333) says that he's buying a house soon and will hopefully be hosting a Halloween party in late October. Finally, I have an excuse to wear my bloody Jackie costume again!
Anthony is also hosting a paintball game, "a big game" at his field this Sunday. He has posted information about this, I think, in the Events Calendar.
Shortest......Meeting......Ever.
Props to Comic Book Guy for that last bit of inspiration. Questions, comments, anecdotes...I'm still the Gepper! Thanks for reading! Until later...Gail (MTFBWYA!)
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RE: Indy Knights September 07 meeting notes....
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Ah, reality. It's such a sad, sad thing to which to return, but here is the Gepper to bring you the general meeting notes from the other side of DragonCon. The Gepper currently suffers from the Con Flu that she valiantly held off for a day or two. Thus, if these notes lack vivacity, there is my ready-made excuse. And away we go!
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Jennifer (Vaderette, IK President) thanks Anthony (Club333) for leading last month's meeting. I thank him for not staging a coup.
Congratulations to Tom (DJ Tom) on his landslide victory as City Rep. Zuck didn't even make it to the election. Ron (TK 2769) says Zuck is back in school...to become Batman. Goals are important.
Birthdays:
Mark (Fyberdyne) 9/16
Damien (PrincessD) 917
Katie (Future Mrs. Redphive5) 9/3
Stacy (PVC Princess) 9/11
Brian (Mastervader) 9/2
Brian (Sebulba-X) 9/5
Jon (Skyla) 9/30
Seb got a drunk dial from Ron (TK 2769) recently. Ron's thoughtful like that.
"Step into 2007!"
BOOK CLUB
It's on the 20th, 7:30 p.m., Borders on the south side off of U.S. 31 near the Walmart. I guess the books are the 3rd and 4th in the Jedi Apprentice Series. For the trivia portion of today's show, I asked the group how many times I had seen "Order of the Phoenix" in IMAX 3D. Jill (Jilcosta Nu) won with a response of 8. She got a nifty 2008 Star Wars calendar. I apologize for being such a slacker about my movie attendance. I really should be up to 10 or twelve by now.
In other news, many new Star Wars books are out, including INFERNO, the next LAST OF THE JEDI book, and some sort of Vader/Anakin thing.
IMPERIAL REMNANT
"Look, everyone!," says Anthony (Club333), "A dead Gungan!"
For his birthday, Anthony got the old school record for "Mission to Ord Mantell." He got it converted to CD. No, nobody is going to burn a copy for me.
--Minis are selling well, Anthony says.
[Though it wasn't mentioned at the meeting, I will here say that the Minis game nights are the second and fourth Thursdays of the month at the Barnes & Noble in Carmel off of U.S. 31, 7:00 p.m.]
There is now waxing nostalgic about Gen Con which is the local warm-up for DragonCon. The place to be is the Ram downtown.
Anthony (Club333) caught "spasmic geek dancing" on video during GenCon.
The events at the IRT were "ultimately lame" according to Chad (Redphive5).
Blue balls? Gamer funk? An IK Secretary knows not these things!
Anthony came is 25th in the poker tournament, including beating some professionals.
WHO JEDI SIGHTING!
I saw him at the Family Values Tour. Someone else saw him at the State Fair.
InCA
Why bother mentioning this one, I ask?
JEDI PANEL
No idea. I didn't hear an announcement.
SITH COUNCIL
Oh my gosh! A meeting will be announced soon! Alex (Padawandoc) is coming in from Arizona!
IKM
George (Jorg Sacul) says that if Sarah were here, she would say they sewed alot. Sarah (Electrakitty) is working on Katie's (future Mrs. Redphive5) wedding dress.
--Sarah, by the way, loves here drag queens! Ron professes to not love them. To each his own.
Jennifer is going to make...what are those called?...wait for it...long delay...ah, yes...Rennaissance dresses.
FAN FICTION
Um, maybe a fall-themed story, says Laura (Naboo Queen). Please don't include those anatomically-inspired cow beasts from "Episode II." They give Ron too much fodder for his comments.
Random thought: Karen (Queen Karendala) is a Transformer: Delfin to Peacock.
BLOODFIN GARRISON
Ron (TK 2769) invokes Christ to describe life in the garrison lately.
--There is a meeting this Saturday up in Kokomo at Jeannie's house at noon. Upcoming events include:
15th-Ft. Wayne Heart Walk
21st-Trail of Hope
24th-Weird Al plays in Michigan
29th-BCT (I don't know what this means, I'm afraid.)
29th-St. Francis & Claire Parish Fest
29th-Vasculitis Walk (Ft. Wayne)
The Bloodfin Garrison was represented at Wizard World, Gen Con (where they owned half the bar, having and marking their own waitresses), and of course DragonCon.
Speaking of which, Ron now begins to do what he does best: talk about himself. He starts by talking about how he managed to anger his wife at DragonCon, proceeds to get sentimental about his R2-D2 cooler's "con anniversary," and estimates 15.5 gallons of alcohol came with him to the con.
--We also get the story of Jeff G. overdoing it at DragonCon on a mix of alcohol and a free energy drink. It's a marathon, not a sprint.
--Also, new kidneys and copious alcohol do not mix. Please make a note of it.
T-SHIRT DILEMMA
Um, we need to move these. We have more than enough, really.
Katie says that they need a couple for their upcoming wedding reception. It's going to be a casino night at the Rathskellar with cheesecake, beer and pretzels...maybe not in that order. Dinner is on Chad and Katie! Come one, come all!
--By the way, they will be registered at Target as of this weekend.
--The reception is on November 2nd at 6:45 p.m.
Back to T-shirts:
Could we give them to the homeless? I'm not sure that's the best publicity.
Could we trade them with other fan forces?
Next option: Wheeler Mission
They got returned from the comic book stores. Curses!
Good news for Anthony: We planned as officers' meeting
Anyway, maybe the CR's of different groups could get together, and we can find homes for all of this lonely apparel.
Chad and Katie are collecting addresses tonight for the reception, so I hope you got your down there...whoever you might be.
REMINDER: DragonCon registration starts in only a couple of months.
*Anthony is moving into his parents' house. No, he's not moving up from the basement.
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"Are we ready to go?" says Anthony (Club333, IK Vice-President). He's in charge tonight because "Jennifer's kid had a thing." It was a rollerskating event, by the way.
BIRTHDAYS:
Jill (Jilcosta Nu) 10/2
Dan (TR 6923) 10/6
Tiera (TieraJade) 10/27
Charissa B. 10/27
Jeff (Bilyoumaul) 10/7
Rusty H. (10/11)
Dawn (Jedimama) 10/8
Mary M. (10/9) --Mary noted that she is still younger than Tom (DJ Tom).
Hey, is anyone interested in a future bowling event? Yes? Well, watch the boards for that in the future.
Does anyone have an update on Keytin and his accident? No, not really. Maybe one of us could make a phone call. That would simplify things.
JILL! (This indicates Jill's arrival.)
STARBASE INDY
What does George have to say about it? "GO!"
--Gregg (Droidboy) adds, "Please!"
--They promise that Ray Park (Darth Maul for you laymen playing at home) will touch the "unwashed masses."
--It's Thanksgiving weekend at the Marriott East, 21st and Shadeland.
--After all, you really don't need more than two days with your family. Escape reality like we all yearn to do on a daily basis.
CHRISTMAS PARTY--SCHEDULED TENTATIVELY FOR DECEMBER
Start thinking about the toy drive. Jason (TK 5175) says to consider getting more baby toys.
--Please don't get any of those recalled toys. We don't need a bunch of lead-sickened Van Goghs running around in Pull-ups, pulling the ears off of their Mr. Potatoheads.
--The toys should, however, be new and unwrapped.
--The drive usually starts in November, and there will probably be TV spots again.
--Now is a good time to pick up toys since many of the summer movie toys are on clearance.
BEFORE CHRISTMAS OR THANKSGIVING, CONSIDER HALLOWEEN!
Watch the Boards for more details.
--George (Jorg Sacul) points out that the Rathskellar has a pretty good party that weekend before Halloween. I tend to agree. That's where I'll probably be...as if that would sway anyone's opinion on the matter.
Hey, who heard about this Steven Sansweet book STAR WARS: THE VAULT (or something like that)? Because I hadn't. Anyway, we'd love to get Mr. Sansweet to come to town and talk about it. The book itself looks awesome. I suspect the Gepper will own that one shortly after its release. I really need to read the last giant Star Wars coffee table-type book first. Is it possible, I ask, to have too much of a good thing? The answer is no. It's only possible to not have enough shelf space.
--Anyway, it includes a Star Wars Questionnaire that you could fill out after coming out of a screening. I'd pick the Death Star trench run as my favorite scene...not Artoo getting blasted by Jawas.
--It's 85 dollars and it comes out on October 30th.
--Tom (DJ Tom) has a copy, but it's no good for the toy drive. It's already opened.
BOOK CLUB
Yeesh, I don't know. I think it's the 5th and 6th books in the Jedi Apprentice series. I'm mired in THE HITCHHIKER'S GUIDE TO THE GALAXY right now and can't concentrate on anything else.
--It's on the 18th, the third Thursday of the month, at Borders on the south side off of U.S. 31 near the Walmart, south of 465. BE THERE!
What will I do if Notre Dame goes 0-12 this year? Come back next year and root for them again, of course! Thanks for the question.
SITH COUNCIL
It's been declared dead, apparently, though it was revived briefly when Alex (Padawandoc) came back to town from Arizona. Apparently, he misses us, but only the "core group" went out to dinner with him. Thanks for the heads-up.
--Jason (TK 5175) says he may hold a meeting someday when his house is not a wreck.
InCA
Why do we bother to mention this?
IKM
It was last night, but it was rudely overrun, according to George, by Butler students...as if they had some sort of claim to the place.
JEDI PANEL
Next Wednesday, 7 p.m., at the Borders at Keystone at the Crossing.
They will cover, according to Greg (Darth Chewie), the Ghosts of the Past from the Star Wars Tales.
--Hey, has anyone heard about this Star Wars Vector thing that' | |
