Joss and 5 BDH's at DragonCon!!!

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MISTRESSOFUSELESSKNOWLEDGE

Wednesday, April 20, 2005 2:48 PM

I looked on the board, and didn't see anyone posting this yet. I just went to the DragonCon site, and they report, in their headline, that Joss will be there, with Nathan, Morena, Adam, Ron and Jewel!
Awesome! Guess I better get those tickets!

Mistress of Useless Knowledge

CATHOLICPSYCHE

Wednesday, April 20, 2005 7:53 PM

I'm there! I'm so there! Last year with Adam and Nathan and Jewel was amazing, but this year...Joss!

Bethany

METAPHORE

Wednesday, April 20, 2005 10:15 PM

Posted it about a week ago :)

Your right! get them tickets and hotel rooms for mad dash to come :) yay!

FIREFLYGAL

Thursday, April 21, 2005 2:24 PM

I'm grabbing a seat in the front row of the Centenniel ballroom and I'm not moving for the whole Con. Um, there could be some problems with that but I'll worry about that later

This is shiny beyond belief and I'm betting coin that the rest will show!

FLECHETTE

Thursday, April 21, 2005 2:42 PM

There are rumors on some of the boards that there will be reserved seating for Serenity events

not sure how it would work but at least they (D*C) is thinking ahead this year-

still not sure if I'll make it or not- hope the rest of you have a blast if I don't!

METAPHORE

Thursday, April 21, 2005 5:46 PM

Reserved seating? No clue how they would pull that one off. They are also talking about pulling the walls in centennial 1 and 3 to make one HUGE room for the panels.

FIREFLYGAL

Thursday, April 21, 2005 9:18 PM

I have NO doubt they will have to use all 3 Centennial rooms for the Firefly panels. Reserved seating will be interesting!

AURAPTOR

Thursday, April 21, 2005 10:18 PM

Quote:
Originally posted by Flechette:
There are rumors on some of the boards that there will be reserved seating for Serenity events

not sure how it would work but at least they (D*C) is thinking ahead this year-

still not sure if I'll make it or not- hope the rest of you have a blast if I don't!

Me first! Me first!!

" They don't like it when you shoot at 'em. I worked that out myself. "

BROWNCOAT1

Friday, April 22, 2005 4:27 PM

Quote:
Originally posted by fireflygal:
I'm grabbing a seat in the front row of the Centenniel ballroom and I'm not moving for the whole Con. Um, there could be some problems with that but I'll worry about that later

This is shiny beyond belief and I'm betting coin that the rest will show!

Hold me a set FFG! :biggrin

I agree that they will have to use all three Centennial rooms if they are to have a hope of holding all the browncoats this year. We are too many and too mighty for less!

If they do reserved seating I wonder how they will handle it. I will gladly pay a little extra to get reserved seating.

__________________________________________

"May have been the losing side. Still not convinced it was the wrong one."

Richmond, VA & surrounding area Firefly Fans:

http://tv.groups.yahoo.com/group/richmondbrowncoats/

FIREFLYGAL

Friday, April 22, 2005 5:31 PM

You got it BC1, my friend that's coming along is accepting bribes to save seats so I may have help. Can't wait.

SLOOPYJON

Friday, April 22, 2005 7:53 PM

i booked my ticket ages ago i hoped they would be there as its so close to the release of the film its going to be great i have my brown coat ready

FLECHETTE

Friday, April 22, 2005 8:07 PM

I'm guessing reserved seats means that you get into the room, rather than getting a certain seat

I've sent off an email requesting info on the subject or a comment denying they're considering it. and I promised in the email that I'd share the info w/ my fellow Browncoats

The Pern folk and some of the gaming tables require presold/reserved tickets so there is some precedence (sp?) for this.

Will let you know when/if I get a reply!

FIREFLYGAL

Friday, April 22, 2005 9:25 PM

I spoke to a gal at DragonCon wh's been volunteering for several years and is one of the higher-ups at this point. She said that DragonCon has NEVER done reserved seating and they have no plans to do so for this DragonCon. And yes, they have had guests there before that have taken up all 3 Centennial rooms. Reserved seating creates a logistical nightmare. If anyone else gets any updates, let's keep each other posted. It just may be every Browncoat for himself.

FLECHETTE

Saturday, April 23, 2005 1:37 AM

Sounds like you're right Fireflygal =

From the horse mouth as it were.....
(man talk about a fast response!)

Michelle,
all seating to ALL events at Dragon*Con are first come, first serve.

--
Brenda Tackett
Office Manager

so what was on the boards was just rumor.
Good luck w/ seating all!

SHINYHAPPYKLIN

Sunday, April 24, 2005 2:49 AM

Quote:
Originally posted by fireflygal:
You got it BC1, my friend that's coming along is accepting bribes to save seats so I may have help. Can't wait.

Bribes??? What's this I hear about bribes??? Who do I pay...I'm more than willing to stretch myself over a few seats...who's gonna mess with a woman in a browncoat with a cigar and shotgun....?

P.S. FFG...I went ahead and booked a room at the Marriott just in case we need it. Guess DragonVan planning is coming up shortly?

"We gotta go to that crappy town where I'M a hero..."
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FIREFLYGAL

Sunday, April 24, 2005 8:16 PM

Hey SHK

We already have 3 rooms booked but keep yours for now. ANd I see DragonVan meetings probably starting probably late May, early June (pool ain't warm enough yet)

I'm planning on missing a lot of DC due to sitting in my seat in Centennial Room through several panels, just to see the BDH's! I'll let you know about the bribes offline...

GROSHNIK

Monday, April 25, 2005 5:00 AM

Hmmm...Civic Center? Now that could work....

BROWNCOAT1

Monday, April 25, 2005 7:24 PM

Quote:
Originally posted by fireflygal:
I spoke to a gal at DragonCon wh's been volunteering for several years and is one of the higher-ups at this point. She said that DragonCon has NEVER done reserved seating and they have no plans to do so for this DragonCon. And yes, they have had guests there before that have taken up all 3 Centennial rooms. Reserved seating creates a logistical nightmare. If anyone else gets any updates, let's keep each other posted. It just may be every Browncoat for himself.

No reserved seating does mean every Browncoat for themselves.

FFG, let's put our heads together on Friday morning about getting down to the panels early and saving some seats for those as needs them.

__________________________________________

"May have been the losing side. Still not convinced it was the wrong one."

Richmond, VA & surrounding area Firefly Fans:

http://tv.groups.yahoo.com/group/richmondbrowncoats/

FIREFLYGAL

Monday, April 25, 2005 10:12 PM

I'm with you BC1 but I'm having a tough time with the thought of saving more than one seat per person. That just doesn't seem right somehow, am I making sense? I certainly have no issue going down early and sitting through stuff to see the BDH's, so I'll be there. I'll be getting in Thurs evening and getting the tickets then to be ready for Friday.

RENOYES

Tuesday, April 26, 2005 3:46 AM

Quote:
Originally posted by BrownCoat1:
FFG, let's put our heads together on Friday morning about getting down to the panels early and saving some seats for those as needs them.

I'm new here and to Firefly (recent convert), but I am heading to Dragoncon. How do you know when the panels are going to be? I couldn't find it on their site.

FIREFLYGAL

Tuesday, April 26, 2005 3:40 PM

Welcome Renoyes! The DragonCon schedule usually isn't posted till shortly before the con since the schedules change all the time.

BROWNCOAT1

Tuesday, April 26, 2005 3:41 PM

Quote:
Originally posted by fireflygal:
I'm with you BC1 but I'm having a tough time with the thought of saving more than one seat per person. That just doesn't seem right somehow, am I making sense? I certainly have no issue going down early and sitting through stuff to see the BDH's, so I'll be there. I'll be getting in Thurs evening and getting the tickets then to be ready for Friday.

FFG,

We get in Thursday afternoon around 3 or 4 as well and picking up our tix Thursday night.

I do agree w/ you on the saving seats thing. Trying to save more than one or two is not really all that fair to other Browncoats.

I guess we will be sitting through panels we don't care about to insure we get good seats.

__________________________________________

"May have been the losing side. Still not convinced it was the wrong one."

Richmond, VA & surrounding area Firefly Fans:

http://tv.groups.yahoo.com/group/richmondbrowncoats/

BAYBREEZE1

Tuesday, April 26, 2005 4:49 PM

Hi guys!

Have lurked long and often and I guess it's time to jump in, just too darn much going on!!

As I wait for tonight to view the trailer (ohmygodohmygodohmygodican'twaitican'twaitican'twait....)I thought I'd check out the scoop on Dragon Con. I'm in Maryland and I'm taking my daughter and we are going to hit our first con ever. We are way too excited for words and look forward to meeting a lot of you almost as much as we are looking forward to seeing all our BDH's.

I've checked and the Hyatt and Marriott are sold out. I got a room at the Days Inn which I understand is only a block away. However, if ANYONE is reserving extra rooms "just in case" PLEASE let me know if you end up with extra. I would so much rather stay at the Marriott. If we get stuck at the Days Inn can we still party with you guys?

My days of not takin you seriously are certainly comming to a middle.

FIREFLYGAL

Wednesday, April 27, 2005 1:01 AM

Quote:
Originally posted by BrownCoat1:
Quote:
Originally posted by fireflygal:
I'm with you BC1 but I'm having a tough time with the thought of saving more than one seat per person. That just doesn't seem right somehow, am I making sense? I certainly have no issue going down early and sitting through stuff to see the BDH's, so I'll be there. I'll be getting in Thurs evening and getting the tickets then to be ready for Friday.

FFG,

I do agree w/ you on the saving seats thing. Trying to save more than one or two is not really all that fair to other Browncoats.

I guess we will be sitting through panels we don't care about to insure we get good seats.

I'm prepared to do what it takes!

FIREFLYGAL

Wednesday, April 27, 2005 1:06 AM

Welcome Baybreeze1! Get comfy and stay a while. If DragonCon is your first con you are in for a treat and overload!! There should be a Firefly fan table and I have a feeling there may be a little meet up during the con (right BC1) where the fans meet at the table and we find out who we really are... If you keep watching the DragonCon posts, closer to convention time, you may find people looking for roommates or having extra rooms that they don't need. You won't believe how nice our BDH's are in person!

KAYLEEFRYE

Wednesday, April 27, 2005 4:15 AM

Hey, speaking of meeting up with people and all, was there ever any difinitive word as to whether the Browncoat Ball was going to be at the DragonCon or not? I haven't really been able to keep up on the posts here in a long time, so I don't know if anybody has said anything about this in the last few months.

BAYBREEZE1

Wednesday, April 27, 2005 11:55 AM

Thanks for the welcome Fireflygal. We are really looking forward to the con, particularly since it is probably their (BDH's) last one before the movie premier (oh my God, was the trailer great or what!?!) Glad to hear there may be a Firefly table. I feel like I know all of you from lurking on the boards for so long. Guess I'll need to get into posting so you can get to know me. I'll be keeping track to see what info comes along closer to the Con.

Hmmmmm. Browncoat Ball. That would be awesome. Gonna need some kind of cool outfit. Hope it happens!

BROWNCOAT1

Wednesday, April 27, 2005 7:10 PM

Quote:
Originally posted by fireflygal:
Welcome Baybreeze1! Get comfy and stay a while. If DragonCon is your first con you are in for a treat and overload!! There should be a Firefly fan table and I have a feeling there may be a little meet up during the con (right BC1) where the fans meet at the table and we find out who we really are... If you keep watching the DragonCon posts, closer to convention time, you may find people looking for roommates or having extra rooms that they don't need. You won't believe how nice our BDH's are in person!

Welcome to the site Baybreeze1! Glad to have you w/ us!

Fireflygal gives some good advise. Dragon Con is HUGE & will be even moreso this year as it looks like we will have nearly the entire cast of Firefly/Serenity & Joss, not to mention all of the browncoats who will be showing up. With the BDM only a few weeks after Dragon Con this year I can only imagine the level of excitement and anticipation will be unlike anything I have every experienced in all the years I have been going.

To my knowledge FFG we will be meeting up at the Browncoat table to say "hey", catch up, meet all our fellow browncoats face to face, and if we're lucky the BDHs will stop by to chat like they did last year.

Keep your eyes peeled for Dragon Con posts as we get closer to September Baybreeze1. There will be all manner of info to assimilate.

__________________________________________

"May have been the losing side. Still not convinced it was the wrong one."

Richmond, VA & surrounding area Firefly Fans:

http://tv.groups.yahoo.com/group/richmondbrowncoats/

BAYBREEZE1

Wednesday, April 27, 2005 8:15 PM

Thanks BC1! With everything going on right now with Serenity, well, let's just say I haven't been this excited since.............damn, can't think when I've been this excited! I'll be sure to keep track of things and as I said before, really looking forward to meeting you guys. We (daughter and self) are planning on driving down (can't afford air fare) after work/school on that Thursday. Figure I'll drive till I drop, get a motel, then continue on early the next a.m. If we get to Atlanta by noon on Friday, will that give us time to get tickets etc or should I change my plans?

FIREFLYGAL

Wednesday, April 27, 2005 9:31 PM

Hiya BB1,
If you are SURE you're going to the con, I would suggest pre-ordering tickets. I don't know if they have ever cut off ticket selling because of a full house, but I always try to reserve a ticket just in case. You'll still have to wait on line when you arrive but at least you know you'll have the tickets waiting :)

Looking forward to meeting a new Browncoat!

I aim to misbehave

BAYBREEZE1

Wednesday, April 27, 2005 11:18 PM

Hey fireflygal. Took your advice and downloaded the forms for tickets to Dragon Con. Turns out, if you buy by May 13 or thereabouts, the tickets are cheaper. Thanks for the info. So, I've got my hotel (unless something at the Marriott comes up!), will have tickets in hand soon....damn, is it September yet?

Hey, 'nother question. Wouldn't mind checking out some of the Buffy and Angel events while there (we're not just Firefly fans, but complete and total Joss fans). Will there be time or should we just focus on Firefly?

Looking forward to meeting you too!

FIREFLYGAL

Wednesday, April 27, 2005 11:37 PM

No problem BB1. We Browncoats are a helpful lot Yeah, I forgot about the discounts offered if you buy early. Having the tickets already waiting is just one less headache!

Question about checking out Buffy and Angel stuff. Too tough for me to answer. There is A LOT of stuff going at at one time around the clock. I am concentrating on Firefly myself, though I hope to see Richard Hatch speak along with his cool trailers. I think the biggest issue will be whether you want good seats for when the BDH's speak. I'm pretty certain in order to get some good seats you'll have to probably sit through several other talks in order to keep your seat. That would preclude seeing much more of the con. So it all depends on what's most important to you.

I aim to misbehave.

BAYBREEZE1

Thursday, April 28, 2005 2:36 PM

Well, as much as I am also a Buffy/Angel fan, my top priority is without doubt Firefly. I'd rather miss everything else in order to get a front row seat to see Joss and our BDH's (or second row, or third row, hell, whatever I can get!) Thanks for the input!

METAPHORE

Thursday, April 28, 2005 3:06 PM

Ill warn everyone, if the crowds are as insane as i think they will be, there might not be a chance to save seats by attending the prior panel.

Since they will more than likely be removing the dividing walls between centenial 3 and one and two for the Joss panels they more than likely will kick everyone out during the process.

I'll see you all in line :)

BLEYDDYN

Thursday, April 28, 2005 3:11 PM

Quote:
Originally posted by fireflygal:
Quote:
Originally posted by BrownCoat1:
I guess we will be sitting through panels we don't care about to insure we get good seats.

I'm prepared to do what it takes!

Be very careful what you wish for! At last summer's Comic-Con I sat in the room saving seats for about four hours. Some of the panels I had to sit through were absolutely horrible! I'd almost have preferred reavers! I probably shouldn't mention names (*cough*Bride of Chucky*cough*) but one woman had a voice that could melt lead at four hundred paces.

On the other hand, there were some good panels, including Shaun of the Dead, which I probably would never have watched if I hadn't sat through their panel.

--Bleyddyn

BROWNCOAT1

Thursday, April 28, 2005 3:14 PM

Quote:
Originally posted by BayBreeze1:
Thanks BC1! With everything going on right now with Serenity, well, let's just say I haven't been this excited since.............damn, can't think when I've been this excited! I'll be sure to keep track of things and as I said before, really looking forward to meeting you guys. We (daughter and self) are planning on driving down (can't afford air fare) after work/school on that Thursday. Figure I'll drive till I drop, get a motel, then continue on early the next a.m. If we get to Atlanta by noon on Friday, will that give us time to get tickets etc or should I change my plans?

I know what you mean BB1. I have never been so excited about a movie in my life. My level of enthusiasm is so high I don't know if I will ever come down.

Friday at noon might be a bit late. The Con starts up around 10 am, and lots of people come in on Friday morning for the weekend or one day passes. This tends to really bog down the ticket lines in the Hyatt, which could mean a wait of a couple of hours. This is one of the main reasons my wife & I come down on Thursdays. Little to no crowd, in & out of the ticket line in less than 15 minutes, and we can enjoy the Thursday night bands that Dragon Con lines up now.

If possible, I would try to make it Thursday evening. If you can't I would be there as early Friday as you can manage.

__________________________________________

"May have been the losing side. Still not convinced it was the wrong one."

Richmond, VA & surrounding area Firefly Fans:

http://tv.groups.yahoo.com/group/richmondbrowncoats/

BAYBREEZE1

Thursday, April 28, 2005 6:48 PM

Thanks BC1. It is so great to have experienced people to help us newbies. I guess the only question for me then is whether I can, in all good conscience, take my 16 year old out of school for 2 days in the first week of school. And also whether my boss will let me take off. Guess I'll play it by ear as it all gets closer. Thanks again!

BROWNCOAT1

Thursday, April 28, 2005 7:16 PM

Hope you get to go BB1. We're looking forward to meeting you. One of the best parts of Dragon Con is hanging out with fellow browncoats. Between that and getting to see, get photos with, and speak to the BDHs, Dragon Con is the best experience all year.

Makes me wish I lived on the west coast just so I could go to more Cons.

__________________________________________

"May have been the losing side. Still not convinced it was the wrong one."

Richmond, VA & surrounding area Firefly Fans:

http://tv.groups.yahoo.com/group/richmondbrowncoats/

ZOID

Thursday, April 28, 2005 7:23 PM

BayBreeze1 wrote:

Quote:
Thanks BC1. It is so great to have experienced people to help us newbies. I guess the only question for me then is whether I can, in all good conscience, take my 16 year old out of school for 2 days in the first week of school. And also whether my boss will let me take off. Guess I'll play it by ear as it all gets closer. Thanks again!

Okay, 'Breeze... Please take this the right way: First, it's the first week of school. Even in high school, nothing irreplaceable happens in the first week. It's lockers and seating arrangements and finding/figuring out how to get to classrooms in 5 minutes while making a stop by the bathroom and your locker along the way. In class itself, it's getting assigned books and then maybe doing some review of stuff learned at the last of the previous year.

As to your boss: You could always sneak a lockpick in to work in your hair, then unshackle yourself when the guards aren't looking and just leave. Failing that, couldn't you just have sex with your boss to get the time off? I'm sure everyone would understand.

If I had the opportunity to attend a Con right before the movie event of my (47 years) life, I'd gladly take a day of unpaid leave to go. The opportunity to experience something so special -- and share it with my children -- would be worth the sacrifice of school and pay. Some opportunities are so rare and unique, you really must go out of your way to add them to your memories...

Playfully,

zoid

P.S.
Drove all the way to Dallas with my son to watch the Dallas Cowboys play the Seattle Seahawks, because I felt there was a reasonable expectation Emmitt Smith would break the all-time NFL rushing record that day. He did, and my son and I have that memory together for as long as we live.
_________________________________________________

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LITWOLF689

Thursday, April 28, 2005 8:26 PM

Hey everyone! Im BayBreeze1's daughter. Decided to get back on the forums cuz of all the excitment goin' on.

Just wanted to thank everyone for all the info you have given me and my mom. Its been so helpful! With this being my mom's first con and only my second, we will be very lost. So thanks for all the guidance.

Cant wait to see you all there! This will be so much fun! Hope we get there on time *wink wink nudge nudge to BayBreeze*

"Two roads diverged in a wood and I took the road less traveled by and they CANCELLED MY FRIKKIN' SHOW! I totally shoulda took the road that had all those people on it. Damn." ~Joss

BAYBREEZE1

Thursday, April 28, 2005 8:52 PM

Zoid and BC1

Oh you guys! Actually, I do agree that the first week of school is generally a loss, and last year she only had half days anyway, so as far as school goes, I'd probably be willing to bag the two days (hear that litwolf!! am I the best mom or what?)

Work is more the issue, not cause my boss won't let me (SHE is great and generally lets me do what I want, and as far as the sex goes, I don't think I'm her type!) It's more the nature of my job, and when the convention falls. I'm the only one that does what I do here, so if stuff comes in it could be a problem.

Having said all that, I can say with certainty that I will be doing EVERYTHING in my power to get people here to get me stuff early so I can get out and go play with y'all. I've got a real good group here, so I know they'll support me any way they can. They also know what a huge fan I am and how important it is to me. They laugh at me all the time regarding my fanatical love of all things Firefly and Joss (I of course just regard them with pity!)

In fact, the heck with with it all. I think I'll take my chances and call the Days Inn right now and book an extra night.

OK, gotta go now and drink with my boss (told ya she was great!)

Luv ya all!

P.S. Litwolf - get off the computer and get your homework done!!! love, mom

STILLSHINY

Thursday, April 28, 2005 9:10 PM

Ok so, someway, somehow, I am gonna find a way to get to this event. I ain't never gone to anything like this. I'm gonna convince my wife it will be a great thing for my Birthday & Our Anniversery. I am freaking nuts, but I can't miss this. So any advice on getting good seats, lodging? Anything. Any advice is appreciated. I wanna have fun, but I can't sell limbs. So I'm loking for some advice & wisdom from some of you con-veterans.

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WAHOOO

Thursday, April 28, 2005 9:51 PM

BayBreeze1,Ya scared the @%&?!$ out of me!!!
Sold Out hotels!!!AAAUUUGGGHHH!!!
Say it isnt true!!

Just kidding. Try calling the Hyatt directly
404-577-1234
Make sure you mention the secret word "dragoncon"
I just booked a room at 5:30 EDT on thur.
See everybody there!!!

FIREFLYGAL

Thursday, April 28, 2005 10:03 PM

Wow Wahooo, you hit something we all forgot, we didn't ask BB1 how she tried to book tickets, definitely a call direct to both hotels is in order. Hear that StillShiny, you too, there may be hope.

Just alittle tidbit, the Hyatt is more the all night hang out hotel and it's where the panels mostly are. The Marriott is more quiet and it's where the dealers room and autograph room is. It's also where Jewel and Nathan stayed last year. I know this because Nathan walked into the restaurant, alone, to have breakfast and all I could do was stare. Luckily I didn't drool and he didn't see me staring.

Looking forward to seeing everyone!

STILLSHINY

Thursday, April 28, 2005 10:19 PM

So let me ask, do tickets sell out? I assume no. I hope no. But I am to also assume hotels & the like sell out???? Dang, too bad I don't work for Embassy Suites anymore. Hmmmmmmmm. This will require some careful consideration. So just how much money does one end up putting down at one of these things? I'm really asking for help, cuz I ain't sure what I'm gettin into. Please give me some numbers. I'm looking at a trip for 2 possibly 3 from Tulsa Oklahoma. I don't need all the "GOLD" package type stuff, but I do want it to be worth the trip & time off work. I mainly wanna see the BDH's & Joss. As for merch? I'm interested in some. So there, my pitiful plea & please. Tell me what ya can. Heck message me if ya want. I would take it as a kindness.

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FNORDCHAN

Thursday, April 28, 2005 10:35 PM

Man, and I thought DragonCon had a solid Firefly lineup last year - this year will feature rioting in the aisles. I was already planning on going back but that lineup confirms it. Count me in for meeting up with other Browncoats at panels, shindigs, or whathaveyou!

FnordChan

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FIREFLYGAL

Thursday, April 28, 2005 10:48 PM

StillShiny, you can spend A LOT of coin at DragonCon! The rates in the Marriott and Hyatt, I believe are $149/night, which is the con rate. Which is why my friends and I stuff 4 people in a room. There are cheaper hotels close by but there's NOTHING better than staying in the con hotel! And yes, they have sold out before and will do so again, no doubt.

Tickets are different rates depending on when you buy it's $60 for the 4 days till May 13, then increases thereafter and $85 at the door. As for DragonCon selling out, I don't know but as I told BB1, why risk it, have the tickets waiting, especially since it's cheaper to buy in advance. Then you have to figure transportation. For food there's a food court and mall right across from the hotels, so you can get away with NOT having to eat expensive hotel food. Those are your basic costs. The souvenirs you'd have to figure out yourself.

STILLSHINY

Thursday, April 28, 2005 10:58 PM

I appreciate the response thanks. I'm mulling.

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"Two roads diverged in a wood, and I took the road less traveled by and they CANCELLED MY FRIKKIN' SHOW. I totally shoulda took the road that had all those people on it. Damn." --Joss

BAYBREEZE1

Friday, April 29, 2005 1:10 PM

I searched on-line for hotel tickets. Thought that might be cheaper than going direct. I'm gonna take the adivce given and call direct today to the Hyatt and/or Marriott since I can always cancel my other reservation.

Now, here's the question - if both hotels have rooms available, which one do you guys recommend? Is it worth sacrificing quiet (Marriott) for being in the midst of it all (Hyatt)?

Oh, and over drinks last night boss told me to go ahead and take Thursday, she'd help cover for me!!!! I love my boss!!

FIREFLYGAL

Friday, April 29, 2005 1:14 PM

Mulling, what's to mull? You know you want to go, find a couple more friends to share cost with and meet the BDH's!

By the way. Cool shirts! But I can't order any because the design is always placed too low for small gals like me.

I aim to misbehave.

STILLSHINY

Friday, April 29, 2005 1:48 PM

I appreciate that. My wife & I are talking bout it. She's rather excited bout the idea. We also have a possible trip out to the west coast to see family bout that time, but that could technically wait till Christmas. Family or Firely? Ok that makes me sound really evil & shallow. Anyway, we're looking at the budget and doing some planning. This is looking very very possible. I so wanna go & meet many of you all as well. Thanks for the feedback on the shirts. It's just so much fun making them.

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FIREFLYGAL

Friday, April 29, 2005 2:49 PM

I'd make the same choice between family and Firefly too

Is there any adjusting you can do on the shirt design to move it up higher? I really would like to by the misbehave shirt???

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STILLSHINY

Friday, April 29, 2005 2:52 PM

logo on the front or back??

I try to put them as high as possible. Zazzle has a limit on how high a logo can be placed.

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BROWNCOAT1

Friday, April 29, 2005 3:51 PM

Quote:
Originally posted by BayBreeze1:
Now, here's the question - if both hotels have rooms available, which one do you guys recommend? Is it worth sacrificing quiet (Marriott) for being in the midst of it all (Hyatt)?

I always stay in the Hyatt's International Tower. It is quiet, a bit separated from the main hotel and is very comfortable with a great view of the downtown area. The elevators don't have the horrible waits that the main hotel does, and it is just as close to everything you want to do.

The Marriott is okay if you want to be close as possible to the dealer rooms and the walk of fame, and it tends to be quieter. I just like the Hyatt better personally.

Quote:
Oh, and over drinks last night boss told me to go ahead and take Thursday, she'd help cover for me!!!! I love my boss!!

That is great news! Looking forward to meeting you.

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BAYBREEZE1

Friday, April 29, 2005 4:21 PM

Thanks BC1!

Well, I just got off the phone with the Hyatt. No problem getting a room, and at the convnetion rate. So anyone looking for a room should absolutely call direct. Don't go on-line like I did or you will be told they are sold out.

This is great! I got the hotel I wanted and the days off of work I needed. Come on September!

FIREFLYGAL

Friday, April 29, 2005 5:36 PM

StillShiny, I am such a boob!! Just realized the logo is on the back, which I can't do either because I have long hair. Can I do a little switching with Zazzle? Like the logo on the front? Will they do that? You know I really should discuss this off post with you. Can you e-mail me at realflygal@hotmail.com?

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STILLSHINY

Friday, April 29, 2005 6:12 PM

FIREFLYGAL, Just sent you a couple design ideas.

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FIREFLYGAL

Friday, April 29, 2005 6:33 PM

Thanks StillShiny, I can't access my personal e-mail till I get home in a few hours but I'll check it out. Thanks, I'd like to get a shirt I can wear

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STILLSHINY

Friday, April 29, 2005 6:41 PM

FIREFLYGAL, I could post the pics to the Blue Sun Room, and then remove them afterwards. Who knows the front designs may get good response and I could make modifications of the other two as well.

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FIREFLYGAL

Friday, April 29, 2005 8:38 PM

Post it on Blue Sun too, can't hurt. I'm headed home in a few, so I'll be e-mailing you. Thanks StillShiny!

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FLAMEFLIRT

Sunday, May 1, 2005 12:37 AM

I'm sure that someone is on top of this already, but if they're not...I'd like to have a Browncoat shindig at Dragon Con. Except I've never been to a con or Atlanta, and I don't have a clue how to set it up! So, I've posted on the official site ( http://browncoats.serenitymovie.com/serenity/index.html?fuseaction=for
um.viewtopic&t=10896 ), and am looking for someone in the know or willing to point me in the right direction. Thanks everyone!!

SHINYHAPPYKLIN

Sunday, May 1, 2005 1:01 AM

Just to add to the great advice Fireflygal and BC1 has been giving, here's a little advice re: how to cut your costs: besides the food court (which requires actually *leaving* the con, and hey, who has time for that), I usually pack some "pack friendly" food that I can throw in a tote bag (see my store below for shiny Browncoat ones!) or backpack -- apples, protein bars (non-Alliance), trail mix, bottled water that I can refill if necessary, so that if something comes up that I just CAN'T miss, I'm not going hungry and getting headachy and surly.

As far as other coin that's hard to avoid spending, it has to be the Walk of Fame..the autographs tend to go for about $20 each. That's how a lot of those stars make their expenses to come to the con, as they're not always guests who are on the main schedule, and even if they are, they will likely charge you for each autograph, sometimes restricting you to only their photographs that they sell (which is an additional $5-10). I blew through most of my discretionary coinage here, and had to balance eating, getting other cool things I wanted, and how many autographs I could get. I missed getting some I really wanted; luckily I'm not a huge collector, but there were some people there who I am a fan of and would have liked the sig from.

Absolute best advice, as mentioned before, CALL the hotel, mention you're with DragonCon, and don't be picky about what they've got left. Also, find roommates. You're not in the room for much else but a quick crash or change of clothes, so it's really not a big deal, and cuts down on the cost tremendously.

Looking forward to meeting all the new Browncoats this year...and we thought last year was great......this year is going to be incredibly shiny!!!

P.S., What IS the word on the Browncoat ball? Anyone heard from SendMeAWave lately? I'm chomping at the bit to get going on planning!

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WICKEDWREN

Sunday, May 1, 2005 10:10 PM

Hey guys. I've been a long time lurker here, but just had to come out and introduce myself. I'm a D*C vetran and can't wait for this year! (I met some of you last year at the fan table. I'm the girl who's name is the same a a certain movie we are all foaming at the mouth to see.)

Anyway, I'm excited to meet you all and have a hell of a time with our BDHs!

BROWNCOAT1

Monday, May 2, 2005 5:57 PM

Quote:
Originally posted by shinyhappyklin:
P.S., What IS the word on the Browncoat ball? Anyone heard from SendMeAWave lately? I'm chomping at the bit to get going on planning!

Last I heard SHK, the vote that we took was meaningless and they were going to hold the Browncoat Ball around LA as part of a premiere shindig for the West Coasters. Disappointing really since the browncoat community voted overwhelmingly to hold it at Dragon Con this year.

As for Rich, I have not heard from him in awhile. No new messages and the planning for Dragon Con has kind of stalled without him. With his being local to the Atlanta area it is easy for him to make things happen, but he has been scarce for a few weeks now.

I am eager to get some planning done too so we can start the buzz about shindigs, viewings, etc.

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SHINYHAPPYKLIN

Monday, May 2, 2005 10:10 PM

Well, poo....doesn't mean we can't have a Mighty Fine Shindig (TM) at DragonCon, even if it isn't the "official" Browncoat Ball! I mean, after all, if most of the cast and Joss is going to be at D*C, why not have a big damn party???!

I'm concerned we haven't heard anything from Rich, and don't want to rain on his parade, but I think we need to start looking at options...maybe offered with the Buffy track? Someone posted that they work with the American SciFi Track (which Buffy is part of), and I'm wondering if we should start dropping a few lines that way.

I'm trying to get some word on donated (or at least cheap) items that we could use as fundraisers for either a fan suite (like they did for Farscape last year) or (my preference) to fund a BDParty...I'll have to see what develops.

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BROWNCOAT1

Tuesday, May 3, 2005 3:24 PM

Quote:
Originally posted by shinyhappyklin:
Well, poo....doesn't mean we can't have a Mighty Fine Shindig (TM) at DragonCon, even if it isn't the "official" Browncoat Ball! I mean, after all, if most of the cast and Joss is going to be at D*C, why not have a big damn party???!

My feelings exactly! Who needs the official Browncoat Ball? We will just have one heck of a Shindig on our own.

Quote:
I'm concerned we haven't heard anything from Rich, and don't want to rain on his parade, but I think we need to start looking at options...maybe offered with the Buffy track? Someone posted that they work with the American SciFi Track (which Buffy is part of), and I'm wondering if we should start dropping a few lines that way.

I am starting to believe you may be right. There has not been an email or post from Rich since February 27th. I have emailed him and am waiting to see if I get a response. I am getting a bit concerned though as we have less than four months to the Con. If we are going to make plans, we need to get started. We might want to touch base w/ the American Sci Fi track to see if we can reach the cooridinator for the Buffy track. She was great last year about helping Rich put the Firefly stuff together, but I can't remember her name.

Quote:
I'm trying to get some word on donated (or at least cheap) items that we could use as fundraisers for either a fan suite (like they did for Farscape last year) or (my preference) to fund a BDParty...I'll have to see what develops.

I can check into a few things on my end. If we are going to do a Con suite I think I remember Rich saying it cost something like $1500.00 for the weekend. A might steep, but that covered all food and beverage costs. Maybe a call for donations might be in order. That or scratch the idea.

Might want to think about getting another SE Browncoat or two to step up and take the reins until Rich shows back up.

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FIREFLYGAL

Tuesday, May 3, 2005 8:00 PM

Gorram it, I wish I had an extra $2K lying around to donate for a con suite. How are we gonna invite the BDH's to the con suite if we don't have one?? Well, Nathan has an open invitation to my room...

I aim to misbehave

STILLSHINY

Wednesday, May 4, 2005 2:04 PM

Ok here goes.... just gathering info right now.

My wife & I wanna go to Dragon-Con. And we wanna go with you. ((I think)) We're looking for another couple to room up with & help share the cost of such a shiny trip. We are both in our early 30's and love Firefly. We don't smoke. And we don't trash hotel rooms. Last I recall we are very easy to get along with, and we're fun. We live in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma. And we wanna go to Dragon-Con. If your interested message me. Or E-mail me. stillshiny@gmail.com

Wanna know more about us check out my profile.

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FIREFLYGAL

Wednesday, May 4, 2005 6:05 PM

Bumping this back up, so it's in 2 places and maybe more folks will see it.

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STILLSHINY

Wednesday, May 4, 2005 6:19 PM

Thanks for the boost FIREFLYGAL

Actually, I could still use some assistance. Does anyone have a copy or know where to find a "schedule for the event" We may need to arrive late on the 2 or leave early on the 5th, but don't want to miss any of the main BDH events. I've looked all over the Dragon-Con site & can't find anything "solid" in regards to this.

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BROWNCOAT1

Wednesday, May 4, 2005 6:40 PM

Quote:
Originally posted by fireflygal:
Gorram it, I wish I had an extra $2K lying around to donate for a con suite. How are we gonna invite the BDH's to the con suite if we don't have one?? Well, Nathan has an open invitation to my room...

I aim to misbehave

FFG,

Sendmeawave finally showed back up on the net after being of the radar of a couple of months. Seems he has been attending the Dragon Con planning meetings in Atlanta, but has been pretty overwhelmed w/ life, work, etc. Some of the Southeast browncoats in the Atlanta area are offering to help out, so hopefully we will have some plans in place soon.

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FIREFLYGAL

Wednesday, May 4, 2005 7:21 PM

Good deal BC1, keep us posted!

StillShiny, you won't find any sort of schedule for months yet, unfortunately the schedule doesn't usually show up till a couple of weeks before. You'll probably have at least 3 chances for BDH panels, judging from last year. Unfortunately there will be no way to see what you'll miss, at least right now.

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STILLSHINY

Wednesday, May 4, 2005 7:44 PM

So this is officially turning into our Anniversery / Christmas present to eachother, but it's looking more & more possible.

Still looking for roomies. Only had one response so far.

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CANTON

Wednesday, May 4, 2005 8:51 PM

This is going to be my first con ever, the only reason I'm going is to finally see the cast in all their shiny glory. . .and also to meet all you browncoats who I've grown to respect so much. I can't wait to meet all you guys (and girls), hopefully after the panel we can all hang out or something. (If drinking is involved, we might have to resort to the old saying. . ."When you can't run, you crawl and when you can't do that. . .well you know the rest" :)

-John

FIREFLYGAL

Wednesday, May 4, 2005 10:21 PM

Hey Canton,
You need a roommate for DragonCon? StillyShiny and his wife are needing to share expenses I'm so looking forward to meeting all the new Browncoats I didn't meet last year!

I aim to misbehave.

FIREFLYGAL

Wednesday, May 4, 2005 10:40 PM

Canton, you might want to make that roommate request to StillShiny. He and his wife are looking for roomies. You can check out the separate post, Looking for roomies for DragonCon

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CANTON

Wednesday, May 4, 2005 10:47 PM

Thanks FFG, honestly with the size group I'm bringing we'll prolly just all hole up in a couple of hotel rooms.

RHEAKTEN

Wednesday, May 4, 2005 11:15 PM

Greetings! I was just introduced to Firefly by some friends this week, as they loaned me the DVD set. It took about 5 minutes to become a fan, and I've had very little sleep since then! People at work are wondering why I look so tired...

I have been to several DragonCon's and wasn't sure I was going to attend this year, but seeing that the kit and caboodle from Firefly are going to be there decided me! I can't WAIT! I live in the Atlanta area, so I will probably not be staying at the con hotels, especially since I'm leaving for a 3-week trip overseas on the 5th, so I REALLY should save a leeeetle bit of dough for that. I will, however, be glad to help out a bit with getting together a shindig during the con. I would volunteer to coordinate it, but I have too much going on, and would not be able to devote enough time to such an enterprise. I do have the time to help out, though, so anyone who is working on this, feel free to let me know!

I am looking forward to getting to know Firefly a lot better and to possibly meeting other fans of the show, not to mention (hopefully!) the cast at D*C!

Take care, all!

GWENHARKER

Wednesday, May 4, 2005 11:19 PM

I guess when my dad finally gtes around to buying tickets (in August or so), I still won't be able to get to see my BDH's at the panel as everyone and their Serge's are gonna show up.

CANTON

Wednesday, May 4, 2005 11:31 PM

I'm totally going to camp for seats as soon as the doors open (my buddies will be running food and basic supplies all day) and you're more than welcome to come keep me company :)

CANTON

Wednesday, May 4, 2005 11:31 PM

I'm totally going to camp for seats as soon as the doors open (my buddies will be running food and basic supplies all day) and you're more than welcome to come keep me company :)

CANTON

Wednesday, May 4, 2005 11:31 PM

Ok my comp just spazzed sorry for multi-post.

SITA

Thursday, May 5, 2005 12:17 AM

Hi all, de-lurking to ask about the hospitality suite. I might be able to come up with the $$$, or at least most of it, if financial help is needed.

If someone could just point me in the direction of the PTB party planners...

Hugs! sita:)

FIREFLYGAL

Thursday, May 5, 2005 12:30 AM

Quote:
Originally posted by sita:
Hi all, de-lurking to ask about the hospitality suite. I might be able to come up with the $$$, or at least most of it, if financial help is needed.

If someone could just point me in the direction of the PTB party planners...

Hugs! sita:)

Sita, that is so shiny if you have some coin to donate!! One Browncoat, SendMeAWave, did most of the planning last year and I am sure it would make things a LOT easier if he had financial help. There was some talk of having a Browncoat suite for the con and it's pretty pricey. I believe there's also talk of a fan table. Browncoat1 was in touch with SendMeAWave. Hey BC1, you out there? Give Sita some info, maybe the Atlanta Browncoats can get rolling!

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SITA

Thursday, May 5, 2005 12:42 AM

Thanks fireflygal for your info and for taking a minute to pull me into the loop

Not that it would be easy to convince hubby to part with the cash, and I may have to forgo my next several birthdays, Valentine's Days, Mother's Days, Christmases, etc. but it's do-able. Do you know approx how many fans gathered last year? Were there parties in the suite every night?

Hugs! sita:)

FIREFLYGAL

Thursday, May 5, 2005 12:49 AM

Thank you Sita for possibly sacrificing your next several holiday's for the Browncoats! Last year I'm not sure if we gathered in the regular con suite or if it was a Browncoat suite last year. There was about 18-24 folks crowded around a TV watching Firefly and at least a couple dozen more milling about, in and out. Adam Baldwin paid a visit to the suite at least once, he showed us the Serenity blooper reel on his laptop computer. I don't know if you would say there were "parties". The suite price includes some kinds of food and drink but it was fairly calm, not anything wild. I e-mailed Browncoat1 off line, so he should be riding in to the rescue with some better info for you, like a contact with Sendmeawave.
Hugs to you and hubby

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SLAYTHIS

Thursday, May 5, 2005 2:26 AM

Hey Guys,
Forgive the absence - I only check message-boards so regularly. I met a handful of you (FFG, BC1, ShinyHappyKlin and Sendmeawave) at the con last year, and I can't wait to see you again in September. And yes - I will be in line to get in to the Centennial Ballroom ridiculously early in the morning, and I will stay there all day - all 3 days if necessary. This year's con will be great!!!
And for all you newbs - welcome, and you're in for a bigger treat than you realize. The con alone, even void of Firefly goodness, is an amazing amount of fun - add to that the fact that the BDHs were arguably the best guests the con had ever seen. I honestly think that by the end of the weekend, Nathan knew every Browncoat by first name. They were amazing. And a final note - I am poor and (very recently) unemployed, so I can't really help with the donation of coin; however, I am an Atlantan, so I could do a bit of help with the planning - that is when I'm not preoccupied with looking for a job. What was the Yahoo group dedicated to the planning of Firefly events at DC? I've not visited there since changing my ISP back in October. See you soon!!!

FIREFLYGAL

Thursday, May 5, 2005 1:21 PM

Hey SlayThis, I'm counting the days till we all meet again! We'll get you hooked up with Sendmeawave hopefully soon, if he's still willing to work on planning something.

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STILLSHINY

Thursday, May 5, 2005 2:04 PM

Looks most likely that we're gonna hook up with SITA. So FIREFLYGAL, which hotel are you in? I guess it may not necessarily matter, just curious. When it all boils down what's important is where the folk with the browncoats is at. And our BDH's of course. Don't know if I can put much to the Consuite. We'll have to see. But it sure as anything looks like we're going. Just work on the preparations & getting the final arrangements.

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CANTON

Thursday, May 5, 2005 2:09 PM

I can donate a bit of coin (not much seeing as how the military don't pay us young fellas much) if someone lets me know who and how.

BROWNCOAT1

Thursday, May 5, 2005 2:49 PM

Quote:
Originally posted by sita:
Hi all, de-lurking to ask about the hospitality suite. I might be able to come up with the $$$, or at least most of it, if financial help is needed.

If someone could just point me in the direction of the PTB party planners...

Hugs! sita:)

Hello Sita, welcome to the site. Glad to have you delurking, especially in light of your most generous effort.

Rich, a.k.a Sendmeawave, is the browncoat in Atlanta that is coordinating the Firefly/Browncoat table, the fan panels, and the possibility of a Con suit. I will be happy to pass your very kind offer along to him.

When he asks, how might I tell him he can reach you?

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BROWNCOAT1

Thursday, May 5, 2005 2:56 PM

Quote:
Originally posted by SlayThis:
Hey Guys,
Forgive the absence - I only check message-boards so regularly. I met a handful of you (FFG, BC1, ShinyHappyKlin and Sendmeawave) at the con last year, and I can't wait to see you again in September. And yes - I will be in line to get in to the Centennial Ballroom ridiculously early in the morning, and I will stay there all day - all 3 days if necessary. This year's con will be great!!!
And for all you newbs - welcome, and you're in for a bigger treat than you realize. The con alone, even void of Firefly goodness, is an amazing amount of fun - add to that the fact that the BDHs were arguably the best guests the con had ever seen. I honestly think that by the end of the weekend, Nathan knew every Browncoat by first name. They were amazing. And a final note - I am poor and (very recently) unemployed, so I can't really help with the donation of coin; however, I am an Atlantan, so I could do a bit of help with the planning - that is when I'm not preoccupied with looking for a job. What was the Yahoo group dedicated to the planning of Firefly events at DC? I've not visited there since changing my ISP back in October. See you soon!!!

SlayThis,

I am looking forward to seeing you at Dragon Con again this year! It was great meeting you last year.

If you would like to help with planning I would suggest checking out this site:

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/fireflyserenitybrowncoats/

We are in the planning stages now for Dragon Con. Rich (Sendmeawave) has been spearheading the planning and attending the Dragon Con meetings in Atlanta. He has asked for an Atlanta local browncoat to help out w/ meetings & organizing. Maybe you could give him a hand. I would, but living in Richmond makes it impossible for me to do so.

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STILLSHINY

Thursday, May 5, 2005 2:57 PM

Just put in my time-off request. Got it. 2-5 Shiny!

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BROWNCOAT1

Thursday, May 5, 2005 3:04 PM

I think as we get closer to Dragon Con we should get a list going of who all plans to attend so we can discuss meeting up to introduce ourselves, or get reacquainted for those of us that were fortunate enough to have met last year.

I am thinking of doing a Browncoat flag or Independent flag to carry around so it can be seen above the heads of the crowd so other browncoats can rally to it to mix and mingle. What do you think?

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CANTON

Thursday, May 5, 2005 3:08 PM

That sounds awesome BC1, also what time does the con open/close? Maybe we could do a Browncoat breakfast or dinner?

STILLSHINY

Thursday, May 5, 2005 3:12 PM

Quote:
Originally posted by BrownCoat1:

I am thinking of doing a Browncoat flag or Independent flag to carry around so it can be seen above the heads of the crowd so other browncoats can rally to it to mix and mingle. What do you think?

__________________________________________

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I like that idea.

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SITA

Thursday, May 5, 2005 4:34 PM

Hey Browncoat1! Hey All!

I think I'll just join the list you told SlayThis about, as that will allow me to help plan as well.

I like to do that. I'm a planner.

I'm a little concerned that Fireflygal thought that only 24-18 people used the consuite last year. While I don't have any con experience whatsoever, I do have nearly ten years in the hotel business, and if the goal is to promote the movie, I wouldn't consider that party a win at all. That's just not much of a turnout and hardly seems worth the expense. I mean, someone could get a double guestroom, shout 'Browncoat party tonight in room ____' after one of the BDH panels, and fit more people in with people spilling out and milling around in the hallway. Suddenly, to great effect, we have a crowd for any BDHs, who may or may not drop by the party, to see.

Whereas, the same number of partygoers in a suite, not so much.

I'm not trying to be a naysayer. I'm really not. I just wanted y'all to think about that, because if we do it, we need to promote the consuite like we're selling ice that's melting in the heat. Anyone who appears mildly interested in hearing more about Serenity should be dragged up there. The suite is a commodity - a very expensive commodity. And the value is limited to a fixed place in time. Every minute it's empty is money wasted.

Wow, that sounded harsh. I didn't mean for it to... Sorry to veer off on into a trademark sita profitability rant, but I think we should give a lot of thought to how we're going to use the room before we commit. There might actually be a better application of the money - a better way to promote the movie to con goers - if we get creative.

Food for thought.

Hugs! sita:)

BROWNCOAT1

Thursday, May 5, 2005 4:55 PM

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Originally posted by Canton:
That sounds awesome BC1, also what time does the con open/close? Maybe we could do a Browncoat breakfast or dinner?

My wife & I get into Atlanta on Thursday night so we can settle in and unpack. Dragon Con scheduled bands and a few events last year on Thursday night for the early con goers and we had a blast.

The Con itself does not start until about 9am on Friday for panels and some events, but the Dealer Room, Art Room & Walk of Fame don't open until 10am. The stars start showing up around 10, but some come in later, just kind of up to them I think.

As far as shut down, the Con's dealers shut down around 6 or 8 pm. The fan panels run until 9 or 10. Some events like anime films and other events like concerts run until midnight or later. There are also room parties & the bar which last until the wee hours of the morning.

Looking forward to meeting you there Canton.

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SLAYTHIS

Thursday, May 5, 2005 5:35 PM

First - I think I may disagree a bit about the number of people in the con suite last year. The night that the Browncoats took over the suite, the room got so crowded that there was actually a staff member at the door maintaining crowd and traffic control. The number of people that arrived early, staked a turf claim, and stayed put throughout the evening may have been less than 30 (and that included Fireflygal and Shinyhappyklin - you guys were in the comfy sofa zone; you may not have even realized how very crowded the room became,) but during the time I was in the suite, there were at least twice that many, if not several more. Also, it was clear that people were and had been coming and going. It was actually too crowded for me that evening, so I missed Adam's appearance. I can't speak to the con suite the rest of the weekend, but the night it was dedicated to Firefly - the place was hopping.
Also, just to follow up Browncoat1's notes on the schedule - if you are able to check in and get your con pass on Thursday evening, you should definitely do so. If not, I would suggest trying to pick up your pass as early in the morning as possible. The line gets huge during the days on the weekend.

STILLSHINY

Thursday, May 5, 2005 5:40 PM

Tried to get my Hotel res done & Mariott said they were full up for that block, even mentioned the "code." No go. So they got us something fairly close at the Renaissance Atlanta. Bout 5 minutes away. The rate is reasonable. Holiday rate 89$. Is there tax in Atlanta??? Remember I'm from OK.

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