THE ANVIL U.S.S. Hephaestus: NCC-2004
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February 2013
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INSIDE THIS ISSUE From the Ready Room
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XO Briefing
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Ship’s Log
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Starfleet Marine Corps
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Treasury Report
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Star Trek News
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Starfleet Renewal Reminders
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Away Team and Activity Schedule
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Area Conventions
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Command Structure
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HEPHAESTUS is the Greek name for the Roman god of the forge, Vulcan. Birmingham has the world’s largest iron statue, that of the Roman god, Vulcan. We named our Starfleet chapter the Hephaestus to give us ties to our city and to Star Trek, which has had its own Vulcan since 1966. Hephaestus forged armor and weapons for the gods. We create our own “armor and weapons” here, in our newsletter, so it is called The Anvil.
WEB LINKS Starfleet www.sfi.org Region 2 www.region2.org USS Hephaestus www.usssheph.org
Editor
MarkAdam Miller
Layout, Graphics and Publishing
Brenda A. Miller
Marine Reporting
Neil Yawn
Treasury Reporting
MarkAdam Miller
The Anvil, Issue 258, is the monthly newsletter of the USS Hephaestus, NCC-2004, of Starfleet, The International Star Trek Fan Association. All terms and phrases from Star Trek are owned by Paramount Pictures Corporation, a division of Paramount Communications and all rights are reserved.
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F r o m t h e R ea d y R o o m Greetings, Sorry for the lateness of this issue. I became sick at the beginning of the month and I am now just getting better. Region 2 Summit is coming up March 8-10. It is to be held at Muscle Shoals, AL. The summit is a fun time to get with other Star Trek fans and discus Star Trek and other Sci-Fi programs. It also provides ideas for parties and socials. Here is the website: http://secondfleet.org/Summit2013/ Hope to see you there. We are always looking for ideas for activities at our socials. If you think of something you think the group would be interested in, let us hear it. We have 8 socials that we can plug it into. I say 8 because 3 of the socials are the April cookout, The Captains Cookout and Fall Feast. Also January will have been done by the time you receive this. So please send us your idea either at my email address below or look for us on Facebook. If you have any topics of interest you would like to see in the newsletter send your articles or updates to cohephaestus@bellsouth.net. As always see you around the ship, Capt. MarkAdam Miller cohephaestus@bellsouth.net
XO Briefing Did you happen to see the trailer for the new Star Trek movie “Into The Darkness” during the Super Bowl? The new movie looks exciting. I hope it is as fast-paced as the first one is. It’s due out in May, the 17th I think. Yes, I did watch the Super Bowl, mainly to see the commercials. Some I didn’t like, but my favorite ad was the one with the Clydesdale horses. I think those horses are beautiful. But, enough about the game & commercials. Remember the Region 2 Summit is coming up March 8-10 in North Alabama. I’m sure there are still rooms available at the hotel. Check out the web site for more information. Also we have our Spring Cookout coming up the second weekend in April. Check the Anvil for more details as they become available. That’s all this month. See you at the social/meeting.
Pat Hicks booklady44@charter.net
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Ship’s Log January 12, .2013 –Fall Feast We played the new Munchkin Apocalypse. It was a hard fought battle with Brenda almost winning except for a play error that led to Pete winning. After that we played Bite Me with Brenda winning the game. She didn’t receive even one bite! Fun time was had by all.
Attendance: 14 people. Personnel Updates: If you have any news or accomplishments you would like to share with the group please email them to me at: cohephaestus@bellsouth.net.
Starfleet Marine Corps Greetings, The 654th MSG is looking for members. There is a completely different set of Academy schools for those trying to get the Boothby awards. There is no pressure in joining. There are two categories: Active which means all ranks will be Marine ranks, and Reserve which mean you stay primary Fleet and only use Marine ranks when doing marine stuff. Contact Major General Neil Yawn if you are interested or have questions. Major General Neil Yawn, OIC 1 BN, 2BDE, OIC 654 MSG
Treasury Report September Description
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Payments
Deposits
Balance
Beginning Balance
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82.74
Ending Balance
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Star Trek News Star Trek: Into Darkness. The new Star Trek movie Star Trek: Into Darkness will be coming out May 17th, 2013. This movie will be in 2D, 3D and Imax 3D. The movie was shot in 2D and then will be converted in to 3D. J.J Abrams is directing with Chris Pine(Kirk), Zachary Quinto(Spock), Zoe Saldana(Uhura), Karl Urban(Bones), Simon Pegg(Scotty), Anton Yelchin(Chekov), John Cho(Sulu) & Bruce Greenwood(Pike), reprising their roles. Other actors in the film include Benedict Cumberbatch(better know as BBC Sherlock), Peter Weller(from Robo Cop), and Alice Eve. You can see a first look in a featurette that Paramount released on February 18, 2013. I could not find a good Web address but you can google Star Trek Featurette and you will get a good sample to choose from.
Theater event for Star Trek: TNG “Best of both Worlds” CBS Home Entertainment & Fathom Events will be showing the feature-length “Best of Both Worlds” in theaters, April 25 at 7pm. This coincides with the release of the Blu-ray DVD of “Best of Both Worlds” and Season 3 of Star Trek: The Next Generation. “Best of Both Worlds” is the 2-part cliffhanger involving the Borg that bridges Seasons 3 & 4. The theater experience will also include a quick look at some of the behind the scenes special features that will be on the “Best of Both Worlds” Blu-ray DVD.
J.J Abrams, William Shatner and Star Wars… At the end of January, the Walt Disney Co. announced they are getting J.J Abrams to direct the up coming Star Wars Episode VII. The Walt Disney Co. acquired the Star Wars property in October of 2012. Recently, William Shatner (our beloved Capt. Kirk) said J.J. Abrams was “being a pig”. He was referring to the fact that Mr. Abrams is collecting the two franchises (Star Trek & Star Wars) and holding them close to the vest. As Mr. Shatner went on to say that he might have to take Mr. Abrams out for sushi so that he can set Mr. Abrams straight on doing both of the franchises and not having him, Mr. Shatner, in either of them. In his opinion, Mr. Shatner said, “I think is just foolhardy.” So I guess we will be seeing William Shatner in the next Star Wars film.
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STARFLEET RENEWAL REMINDERS
Youngblood-Yawn Mohney Family Potts Family Green Mangina
11/30/12 12/20/12 03/01/13 04/10/13 05/09/13
Hicks family Carr DeGruy Miller Family
05/29/13 08/11/13 08/24/13 08/26/13
Away Team and Activity Schedule DATE Feb. 2, 2012 Feb. 8, 2012 Feb. 9 , 2012 Mar. 2, 2012 Mar. 8-10, 2012 Mar. 15 , 2012 Mar. 16, 2012 April. 6, 2012 April. 12, 2012 Arpril 13,2012 May. 6, 2012 May. 17, 2012 May 18,2012
EVENT/TIME Anvil Deadline Poker – 7 pm Social – 7 pm Anvil Deadline Region 2 Summit Poker – 7 pm Social – 7 pm Anvil Deadline Poker – 7 pm Social – 7 pm Anvil Deadline Poker – 7 pm Social – 7 pm
LOCATION/ACTIVITY cohephaestus@bellsouth.net Burtyk’s House Mohney’s House – TV Trivia cohephaestus@bellsouth.net Scheffield, AL
Paul Mohney’s House Mohney’s House cohephaestus@bellsouth.net Pete Mohney’s House Mohney’s House cohephaestus@bellsouth.net Dennis Evans’ House Mohney’s House
ALL EVENTS AND TIMES SUBJECT TO CHANGE, PLEASE REFER TO THIS SECTION FOR UP TO DATE INFORMATION
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Area Conventions FEBRUARY February 3 -- Atlanta Comic Convention -- Atlanta, Georgia Meet and greet comic book creators. List includes, C. Martin Croker, Stephanie Gladden, Jason Flowers, Bobby Nash, Mark Wright and James Burns. http://www.atlantacomicconvention.com
MARCH March 1-3 -- ConNooga -- Chattanooga, Tennessee CON NOOGA is Chattanooga's first and only *Multi-Fandom (Multiple Genre) Convention covering everything from Celebrities, Artists, Authors, Film Makers, Sci-Fi, Horror, Fantasy, Anime, Comics, Paranormal, Haunting, Costuming, Concerts, Shows, Contests, Gaming, Console Gaming, Seminars, Workshops, Families, and Fun. Not to mention the numerous DEALERS, and EXHIBITORS in our 40,000 Square Foot Exhibitor Hall. Over 100+ Special Guests, dealers and fan groups help to make Con Nooga complete. Enjoy 3 Days of Programming, Seminars, Workshops, Concerts, Acts, and Fun based upon numerous genres and fandom. http://www.connooga.com
March 15-17 -- MegaCon -- Orlando, Florida MegaCon, short for Mega Convention, is a rather large convention that includes many genres, ranging from sci-fi and comic books to anime and fantasy. It happens annually between late February and early March at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. There are over 150,000 square feet of exhibitors and merchandise. Events include Indy Film Festival, annual cosplay/costume contest, all genre costume contest, panels, and rave dances. MegaCon guests include Patrick Stewart, Levar Burton, Michael Dorn, Dean Cain, and from comics book area Neal Adams, Josh Adams, Mark Bagley, Allen Bellman. http://www.megaconvention.com
APRIL April 13-14 -- 221B Con -- Atlanta, Georgia A fan con for all things Sherlock Holmes. Guests include: Kristina Manente, T.D. McKinney, Stephanie Osborn, and Ashley D. Polasek. http://221bcon.com April 19-21 -- Trek Trax -- Atlanta, Georgia Three concurrent tracks of programming—Main Viewer, Qo'Nos and The Ready Room—will be dedicated to the Star Trek universe in general, the Klingon Empire in particular, and costuming & makeup together. The Holodeck will be devoted to role-playing games, board games and card games. A 24-hour video programming channel on the hotel's closed-circuit television will feature episodes of several well-known Internet-based Star Trek series, a variety of Star Trek-related TV specials, programs featuring Star Trek celebrities and of course, the ever-popular blooper reels! http://trektrax.org
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MAY May 17-19 -- MOBICON XVI -- Mobile, Alabama MOBICON XVI 2013 is a scifi convention focused on writers and artists happening in 2013. Guests include: Chris Cason (Anime), Glenda C. Finkelstein (Author), Tony Finkelstein (Author), Lou Zocchi (Gaming) and Dr Annmarie Guzy(Paranormal). http://www.mobicon.org May 24-26, -- Timegate -- Atlanta, GA A convention that celebrates Dr. Who and Stargate series, and everything in between. Guests include: Colin Baker (The Doctor, 1984-1986), Graeme Harper (Director, Doctor Who, 1966 - 2009), Colin Spaull (Actor, Doctor Who, 1985 & 2006) and many others. http://www.timegatecon.org/ May 24-26 – Alabama Phoenix Festival -- Birmingham, Alabama Celebrating creativity and imagination. Guests include celebrities from: Film & Television (Colin Ferguson, Daniel Roebuck, Gil Gerard, Ernie Hudson, Jeremy Roberts), Authors (Lou Anders, Joe Crowe), Comics, Art, Illustration, Theatrics/Costuming, Paranormal, and Gaming. http://alabamaphoenixfestival.com/
JUNE June 8-9, -- Con Kasterborous -- Huntsville, AL Grab your sonic screwdriver, your psychic paper and don't forget to feed your Tin Dog - because on Saturday, June 8th and Sunday, June 9th, 2013 we're materializing at the Holiday Inn near Madison Square Mall to bring to you Con Kasterborous 2013 - the first Doctor Who Convention in North Alabama! http://conkasterborous.com June 28-30, -- LibertyCon -- Chattanooga, TN The south's friendliest science fiction convention will be held June 28-30, 2013. http://www.libertycon.org June 29-30, -- Creation: Star Trek -- Nashville, TN Creation: Star Trek, a convention, is happening June 29-30, 2013, and takes place at the Gaylord Opryland Hotel in Nashville, TN. This convention focuses on meeting special guests from the Star Trek series. http://www.creationent.com/cal/st_nashville.html
JULY July 18-21 -- Play On Con 6 -- Birmingham, Alabama Play On Con (POC) is a family-friendly four day fantasy and science fiction fandom convention held each year in Birmingham, Alabama--the Magic City! We focus on four main areas for our attendees: Programming, Gaming, Parties and Community. http://www.playoncon.com For other conventions please visit http://scenic-city.com/sfrg/calendar.htm
If you have information about up coming conventions or events that you would like to have published please send info to cohephaestus@bellsouth.net USS HEPHAESTUS
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Alabama Phoenix Festival http://www.alabamaphoenixfestival.com
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USS HEPHAESTUS COMMAND STRUCTURE COMMAND STAFF
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
MarkAdam Miller, Captain – Commanding Officer Pat Hicks, Fleet Captain – 1st Officer Brenda Miller, Lt Cmdr – Second Officer
SueEllen Mohney, Captain Denby Potts, Rear Admiral Danny Potts, Rear Admiral
SCIENCES
NAVIGATION
Roy Green, Brigadier, SFMC – Archaeology and Anthropology
Pete Mohney, Admiral
COMPUTER SCIENCES
ENGINEERING
Danny Potts, Rear Admiral
Flo Hurst, Commander
COMMUNICATIONS
SECURITY
Brenda A. Miller, Lt Cmdr Pat Simmons, Lt Cmdr Melissa Boartfield, Crewman
Roy Green, Brigadier– Security Intelligence, Chief
OPERATIONS
MARINES
SueEllen Mohney, Captain – Chief of Operations and Counselor Shelia Benton, Lt Col – Stampede Coordinator, SFMC Brenda A. Miller, Lt Cmdr – Ships Stores Officer and Secretary Lynnette Yawn, Lt. – Ships Galley Officer
Neil Yawn, Major General, SFMC Roy Green, Brigadier ,SFMC Shelia Benton, Lt Col
MEDICAL
UNASSIGNED CREW AND CIVILIANS
Shelia Benton, Lt Commander – Chief Medical Officer, SFMD
Gloria Greening, Lt Nicholas Mohney, Ensign Edward deGruy, Lt Cmdr Renee Gainer, Lt JG Haley Youngblood, Crewmen
CADET TRAINING Matthew Potts, Petty Officer Katrina Mohney, Cadet Crewman Tara Mohney, Cadet Athena Youngblood, Cadet
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