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Topic: Astronaut Scholarship Foundation's Autograph & Memorabilia Show 2011
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Robert Pearlman
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From: Houston, TX
Registered: Nov 1999
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posted 10-18-2011 10:17 AM
   
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Originally posted by Nigel Mc:
Any word on when/where/how we pick up tickets?
I would suggest that for questions such as this, where you want to be assured a reply in time, you would do best to contact the Astronaut Scholarship Foundation directly. They are easily accessible by phone and e-mail. |
xlsteve
Member Posts: 391
From: Holbrook MA, USA
Registered: Jul 2008
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posted 10-18-2011 10:38 AM
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Originally posted by music_space:
...or wear "Max Peck" nametags?
I like that idea.
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BMacKinnon
Member Posts: 230
From: Waterford, MI. USA
Registered: Jul 2007
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posted 10-18-2011 11:37 AM
I am looking for assistance in obtaining autographs from some of the special guests and Rick Hauck. Anyone might be able to assist me? I can't make it down this year. Thanks! |
RSimon007
Member Posts: 24
From: Saginaw, MI USA
Registered: Apr 2004
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posted 10-18-2011 03:08 PM
Greetings. Depending on the size of the items you need signed I may be able to help. I live in MI and go by Waterford for work fairly often so receiving/returning the items will be simple if they are sizes that I can pack in my luggage. Feel free to e-mail me with details (rsimon007@aol.com). |
Skyguy48
Member Posts: 142
From: Scotland
Registered: Jun 2011
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posted 10-18-2011 05:30 PM
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Originally posted by xlsteve:
Maybe we could all wear crimson ascots or something.
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Originally posted by music_space:
...or wear "Max Peck" nametags?
What's a Crimson Ascot and a Max Peck? Sorry guys, am having a Transatlantic moment.  |
stsmithva
Member Posts: 1933
From: Fairfax, VA, USA
Registered: Feb 2007
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posted 10-18-2011 05:57 PM
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Originally posted by Skyguy 48:
What's a Crimson Ascot and a Max Peck? Sorry guys, am having a Transatlantic moment.
When the "Next Nine" of astronaut group 2 met at the Rice Hotel in Houston, they were told to sign in using the name "Max Peck." This was the name of the hotel's general manager, who was in on the scheme to avoid media attention, but caused some confusion with the desk staff. The best, more reliable source for this is Gene Cernan's book "The Last Man on the Moon."
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walkerj6
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posted 10-18-2011 07:01 PM
So is there a list (or can we make one) of everyone here who is going to the show? It's my first time and I'm going alone so I would really like to make sure I can make sure I know who I can go to for questions/info! |
MikeSpace
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posted 10-18-2011 08:13 PM
If anything like last year, which the ASF ran to perfection, the lobby of the Radisson will have a big set-up where people can pick up their packages and/or get information. ASF staff will be in/around the hotel all weekend. This is also about 30 feet from the hotel bar/restaurant. This ends up being the default 'meeting/hanging out/after party' place. My advice? When in doubt, hit the lobby/bar. Last year I was sitting in hotel room, walked over to the lobby just to see if anything was up... ...and Harrison Schmitt is standing there. And he gladly took a picture with me. He was there for something else STS-133 is my guess. As for what to get signed, that is a tough one. I did a budget, and when I totaled it, I realized if I wanted to get *everything* signed that I could, it would run several thousand dollars. If you're not talking about personally owned stuff, the dealers are great. I brought a photo for a 'Moonwalker from each mission' collage. I walked in and the dealers had photos that blew away the one I'd brought. The prices were really good. |
MikeSpace
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posted 10-18-2011 08:30 PM
In the "From The Earth to the Moon" mini-series, they show a confused hotel clerk dealing with multiple gentlemen announcing themselves as 'Max Peck'. Classic.
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xlsteve
Member Posts: 391
From: Holbrook MA, USA
Registered: Jul 2008
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posted 10-19-2011 08:01 AM
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Originally posted by MikeSpace:
In the "From The Earth to the Moon" mini-series, they show a confused hotel clerk dealing with multiple gentlemen announcing themselves as 'Max Peck'. Classic.
Yes, and my crimson ascot suggestion was just me being goofy. Nothing space-related that I am aware of. |
ilbasso
Member Posts: 1522
From: Greensboro, NC USA
Registered: Feb 2006
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posted 10-19-2011 09:00 AM
Red ascot sounds like something Wally Schirra would have enjoyed! |
RockyMnWay
Member Posts: 106
From: Westminster, CO, USA
Registered: Jul 2011
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posted 10-19-2011 12:13 PM
I am seeking a Scott Carpenter signature with his "Aurora 7" insignia added. I have a "We Seven" book signed by John Glenn that I was wondering if anyone would be willing to take my book to the show and have Scott add his name and "Aurora 7" insignia. Let me know. You can email me at the email above. I can ship the book this week. I know it is cutting it close to the show. Thank you in advance. |
Nigel Mc
Member Posts: 182
From: Sheffield, UK
Registered: Jan 2011
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posted 10-21-2011 03:04 AM
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Originally posted by ASF1984:
Everyone else's are posted on our site, except Gene Cernan. We'll have his up ASAP.
Gene Cernan is $200.I think that's all the fees listed - I know now that I need to sell two fingers and a leg... HA. |
stsmithva
Member Posts: 1933
From: Fairfax, VA, USA
Registered: Feb 2007
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posted 10-21-2011 07:52 AM
If anyone is already going to be waiting in Richard Gordon's line and could possibly do me a favor, I'd certainly appreciate it. Please e-mail me. |
ASF1984
Member Posts: 167
From: Titusville, Florida USA
Registered: Sep 2009
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posted 10-23-2011 09:42 AM
Welcome Fred Gregory to the Celebrating the Space Shuttle Lunch. He will be joining Hank Hartsfield, Rick Hauck, Jack Lousma and Kathy Thornton for an afternoon of reminiscing about the program! |
RSimon007
Member Posts: 24
From: Saginaw, MI USA
Registered: Apr 2004
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posted 10-23-2011 05:12 PM
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Originally posted by Linn LeBlanc:
As we put the final touches on the show prep, any ideas or suggestions of things you liked or didn't like at past shows are welcomed! Not saying we can accommodate all, but we always like hearing from our friends!
One of my favorite mementos from last year is my photo with the Skylab astronauts, a last minute addition to the show options. It would be great if all or most of the 15 shuttle astronauts attending would agree to a similar photo op this year. If so, sign me up! |
ASF1984
Member Posts: 167
From: Titusville, Florida USA
Registered: Sep 2009
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posted 10-24-2011 08:50 AM
We can't promise an additional photo op right now, but we do have some more good news: Gemini and Apollo astronaut Gen. Thomas Stafford will be attending the Gemini XII Dinner and Reception on Nov. 5. |
Skyguy48
Member Posts: 142
From: Scotland
Registered: Jun 2011
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posted 10-24-2011 04:47 PM
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Originally posted by Nigel Mc:
I am leaving in six days for this
Have a safe trip, see you over there. |
JasonB
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posted 10-24-2011 06:21 PM
Ugh. I would have much preferred for Stafford to be signing. He'd be a good one for someone to have a private signing with. |
AJ
Member Posts: 511
From: Plattsburgh, NY, United States
Registered: Feb 2009
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posted 10-25-2011 01:22 PM
Stafford has indeed done both shows and private signings in the past few years, most recently at Spacefest. He did a mail-in signing with ASF a few years ago. |
Daugherty54
Member Posts: 591
From: Cabot, Arkansas, USA
Registered: Sep 2010
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posted 10-25-2011 01:50 PM
General Stafford was incredibly gracious and kind - at least with me, at Spacefest last year. It was one of the highlights for me. |
Vic370
New Member Posts: 7
From: Dallas, GA, USA
Registered: May 2011
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posted 10-25-2011 02:34 PM
How would you rate the quality, variety, and price of the photos offered by the vendors? I'll be bringing some of my own, but just wondering.The missus is making me a custom Max Peck badge to wear at the bar. Also, the VAB is opening to tours starting next week. I've wanted to see the interior of this building for many years. No platinum ticket for me, so I'll be going Friday at 1:00 p.m. Hope to see some of you there. |
capoetc
Member Posts: 2169
From: McKinney TX (USA)
Registered: Aug 2005
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posted 10-25-2011 05:14 PM
Vendor photos have been of good quality and variety in the past, and I expect that trend to continue. My advice would be, if you want a certain image to be signed, then go ahead and get a copy of the photo you want to bring along. Then, check out the offerings at the show and make a choice of buying a different image or using the one you brought along. Once you are at the show, it is pretty much too late to go get a copy of a different photo if the one you want is not offered or sold out. |
benfairfax
Member Posts: 199
From: NSW Australia
Registered: Jan 2011
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posted 10-25-2011 05:43 PM
Let me know if you want some lithos. I have some spares that you might like that I can bring. I'm leaving Australia this Thursday so let me know by then. |
Nigel Mc
Member Posts: 182
From: Sheffield, UK
Registered: Jan 2011
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posted 10-25-2011 06:55 PM
How are you guys booking VAB tours? I can't find it anywhere. Thanks. |
ilbasso
Member Posts: 1522
From: Greensboro, NC USA
Registered: Feb 2006
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posted 10-25-2011 07:05 PM
Best is to call the number on the website. Operators will understand what you're looking for if you mention the VAB tour. The website has not been updated to include the new tours. Since you're in the UK, I don't believe you can call a US toll-free number with the 866 prefix. However, there is a group sales phone number +1-321-449-4400 which may be able to make the sale for you. |
Nigel Mc
Member Posts: 182
From: Sheffield, UK
Registered: Jan 2011
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posted 10-26-2011 12:19 PM
Great, thanks - I am leaving for the states in eleven hours. Hope to see some of you there... |
Linn LeBlanc
Member Posts: 28
From: Titusville, FL
Registered: Oct 2003
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posted 10-27-2011 12:03 PM
Looking forward to seeing all of you soon! We are working like crazy putting the finishing touches on everything and to ensure you guys have the best weekend possible!Plat Plus Guests are now receiving an additional Photo Op with their Cape Tour astronaut guide! |
MCroft04
Member Posts: 1634
From: Smithfield, Me, USA
Registered: Mar 2005
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posted 10-27-2011 01:52 PM
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Originally posted by Linn LeBlanc:
Plat Plus Guests are now receiving an additional Photo Op with their Cape Tour astronaut guide!
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xlsteve
Member Posts: 391
From: Holbrook MA, USA
Registered: Jul 2008
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posted 10-27-2011 03:53 PM
Due to a unique set of circumstances I'll be getting in later on Thursday than I anticipated -- about 9, so if folks are still there I'm happy to join in. Friday or Saturday night works for me as well. |
GACspaceguy
Member Posts: 2476
From: Guyton, GA
Registered: Jan 2006
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posted 10-28-2011 01:29 PM
Just a heads up to suggest that for those who plan on purchasing a number of signatures at the event with a credit card. Now would be a good time to let your credit card company know in advance where you will, what you will be doing and what you plan on spending. Nothing worse than waiting in line getting a signature and then your credit card, that you just used for the previous astro, get rejected (I speak from embarrassing experience).
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mjanovec
Member Posts: 3811
From: Midwest, USA
Registered: Jul 2005
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posted 10-28-2011 02:07 PM
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Originally posted by Linn LeBlanc:
Plat Plus Guests are now receiving an additional Photo Op with their Cape Tour astronaut guide!
I don't know if the location of the photo op has been considered yet or not, but a great place for a photo op with Carpenter would be the Mercury monument at the entrance road to Pad 14. A photo op with Dick Gordon could be done at the Gemini missions billboard by Pad 19. |
MCroft04
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From: Smithfield, Me, USA
Registered: Mar 2005
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posted 10-28-2011 04:44 PM
The info mailed to me suggests that the photo will be taken at the hotel after the security check, and prior to bus boarding. Nicole and Lynn, the ball is in your court. |
ColinBurgess
Member Posts: 2031
From: Sydney, Australia
Registered: Sep 2003
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posted 10-29-2011 03:37 PM
It is with considerable regret I have to announce that I will no longer be able to attend the AAMS event due to Qantas Airways last night shutting down all domestic and international operations for an indefinite period over a protracted fight with three airline unions. Even if I wanted to fly to the States on another carrier, every available seat for the new few days has been snapped up by now and there's nothing available.Not only is this personally highly disappointing, but it also means that I will not be able to sign those 300 books that Steve Hankow has waiting for me with the special Mercury insert. He and I are trying to work out something now, as we simply cannot hold back on sending these books out any longer, and Steve will make an announcement on collectSPACE very shortly. It may be that we will offer a signed (but not affixed) bookplate as an interim measure, and later - when I can finally get to the U.S. (which may not be for several months now) we will offer a special book mail-in at which I can personally sign and return books then. However this is all conjectural right now, so for those with orders for the Mercury book plus special insert with Farthest Reaches, please stand by for further news. I'm truly gutted, as this has ruined many plans and planned reunions for me. |
benfairfax
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From: NSW Australia
Registered: Jan 2011
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posted 10-29-2011 06:03 PM
Unfortunately I'm in the same position as Colin. To say I'm gutted is an understatement. I have two platinum plus tickets that I cannot use as a result of the Qantas Crisis. I'm endeavoring to contact Nicole as to how I can pass these on to someone or transfer to next year. gutted. |
Mike Dixon
Member Posts: 1397
From: Kew, Victoria, Australia
Registered: May 2003
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posted 10-29-2011 06:22 PM
I work in the industry so don't be too surprised if the QF / union dispute is resolved very quickly. I certainly hope it is for all concerned. Grounding the fleet has taken brinksmanship to a new level. |
ColinBurgess
Member Posts: 2031
From: Sydney, Australia
Registered: Sep 2003
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posted 10-29-2011 07:38 PM
I actually worked for Qantas for 32 years before retiring. Hopefully the matter will be resolved quickly, but the domino effect of grounding the entire Qantas fleet will take many subsequent days to resolve and clear for many reasons. As I was due to fly out in about 45 hours I can't see any clear skies ahead, even if there is some sort of resolution later today.On an associated note, Steve Hankow and I managed in the last hour or so to set up an interim solution to the book-signing problem which I will post in the next few minutes on the collectSPACE Buy, Sell, Trade forum. |
Mike Dixon
Member Posts: 1397
From: Kew, Victoria, Australia
Registered: May 2003
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posted 10-29-2011 07:54 PM
Understood Colin ... but hopefully a high rebook / cancellation factor will release sufficient capacity to ensure a return to flight ops. even with a unit compromised fleet. Good luck mate |
ColinBurgess
Member Posts: 2031
From: Sydney, Australia
Registered: Sep 2003
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posted 10-29-2011 08:06 PM
Thanks Mike. Fingers are crossed. |
Skyguy48
Member Posts: 142
From: Scotland
Registered: Jun 2011
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posted 10-30-2011 06:12 PM
Fingers crossed for Colin and Ben on this side of the world too... Although I understand that the planes may be in the air later today, I do hope I can chat with you guys at the Radisson about your close shave. |
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