THE ANVIL U.S.S. Hephaestus: NCC-2004
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March 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, Just came back from Summit 2013. It was nice to see some of my friends from previous summits. We had a lot of fun discussing Star Trek and other sci-fi related info. I also was able to pick up a Romulan War Bird (TOS) Hallmark ornament that I didn’t have for a good price. Check ship’s log for Hephaestus related summit news. April social will be the Spring Cookout. Bring what you want for a meal or something you would like to share with the rest of us. The Hephaestus will provide chips, cookies and drinks. We will be playing games, watching Star Trek and also have a poker tournament to raise funds for the chapter. I hope to see you all there. Alabama Phoenix Festival will be at the end of May. I am Trek Trak director. If you want to help, go to their web site and sign up. Ask to assist the Trek Trak if you want to help out. Also we will have a chance to give people an opportunity to learn about Starfleet on Saturday night. If you want you can provide snacks for the party that night. Email me if you want to bring something. I am always looking for people to contribute to the Anvil. If you have any topics of interest you would like to see in the newsletter send your articles or updates to cohephaestus@bellsouth.net, subject Anvil. As always see you around the ship, Capt. MarkAdam Miller cohephaestus@bellsouth.net
P.S. I chose Colm Meaney (Chief Miles Edward O’Brien) for the cover because of St. Patrick’s Day.
XO Briefing The XO’s briefing was not available at the time of printing. Pat Hicks booklady44@charter.net
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Ship’s Log Feb 9.013 SocialThe activities, at the social, included viewing and commenting on the Super Bowl ads that were shown this year. As always, snacks and drinks were served. I like to thank Sue Ellen Mohney for providing the information since I was ill and not able to attend. Attendance: 12 people. March 8-10, 2013 Summit A fun time was had in Muscle Shoals, Alabama. Our Second Officer, Lt. Commander Brenda Miller, came in second in the Dalmuti Tournament. The Chapter was recognized for Perfect Reporting for the 2012 calendar year. Our Marine Unit, 654th Marine Strike Group, was recognized for its perfect reporting for the 2012 calendar year. Also the head of our Marine Unit, Neil R Yawn, was awarded the Brigade Service Commendation. Congratulations Neil. Attendance: 3 people from the Hephaestus 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. Also your personal updates can give your Captain added info to help get you recognition and an award at summit for your accomplishments.
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
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Balance
Beginning Balance
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82.74
Ending Balance
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Star Trek News President Mix’s genres The president, at a press conference on March 1, 2013, mixed up Star Trek and Star Wars. He is quoted as saying, “I know that this has been some of the conventional wisdom that’s been floating around Washington that somehow, even though most people agree that I’m being reasonable, that most people agree I’m presenting a fair deal, the fact that they don’t take it means that I should somehow, you know, do a Jedi mind-meld with these folks and convince them to do what’s right.” I wonder if the President has been talking with J.J. Abrams, the director of the next Star Trek and Star Wars movies, and Abrams has let slip some info on the upcoming movies’ tie-ins.
Captain Kirk shows up at the Oscars William Shatner portrayed Captain Kirk in a skit at the Oscars. Mr. Shatner showed up on a large screen in what is called the Maroon Monster. He then proceeds to tell the Oscar Host Seth MacFarlane, “I’ve come back in time from the 23rd century to stop you from destroying the Academy Awards.” He went on to read newspaper headlines from the future, including “Seth MacFarlane Worst Oscar Host Ever.” It is good to see Mr. Shatner back in the Captains seat. One of Pluto’s Moons to be named Vulcan One of the two moons of Pluto discovered by the Hubble Telescope in 2011 and 2012 may be called Vulcan. A poll run by the Seti Institute in California garnered 450,324 for the name Vulcan. The po1l does not guarantee that the moon will be called Vulcan but it does make it a top contender. Romulus was also put up as a name for the other moon but was taken off because Romulus is the name of a moon around asteroid 87 Silvia. Both, Leonard Nimoy and William Shatner back the names via their twitter accounts. Peter Weller’s Character revealed Peter Weller’s character in Star Trek: Into The Darkness has been revealed. I will not spoil it here but you can Google it and find out who he will be playing in the up coming movie. The reveal came about because of a 30 minute screening for the press in London. Also 38 minutes was screened in San Paulo, Brazil.
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STARFLEET RENEWAL REMINDERS
Green Lindsay Mangina Hicks family Carr DeGruy
04/10/13 04/19/13 05/09/13 05/29/13 08/11/13 08/24/13
Miller Family Youngblood-Yawn Potts Family Mohney Family
08/26/13 11/30/13 03/05/14 03/08/14
Away Team and Activity Schedule DATE Mar. 2, 2013 Mar. 8-10, 2013 Mar. 15 , 2013 Mar. 16, 2013 April. 6, 2013 April. 12, 2013 Arpril 13,2013 May. 6, 2013 May. 17, 2013 May 18,2013 May 24-26,2013 June 1, 2013 June. 7, 2013 June 8,2013
EVENT/TIME 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 Alabama Phoenix Festival Anvil Deadline Poker – 7 pm Social – 7 pm
LOCATION/ACTIVITY 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 Cahaba Grand Conference Center cohephaestus@bellsouth.net Miller’s’ 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 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
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/ USS HEPHAESTUS
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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
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Alabama Phoenix Festival May 24-26, 2013 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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