anvil september 2013
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The September 2013 edition of the Anvil, Newsletter of the U.S.S. HephaestusTRANSCRIPT
THE ANVILU.S.S. Hephaestus: NCC
A MEMBER
THE ANVIL.S.S. Hephaestus: NCC-2004 September
ALWAYS ONWARD
MEMBER OF STARFLEET INTERNATIONAL
THE ANVIL September 2013
THE ANVIL NCC-2004
INSIDE THIS ISSUEINSIDE THIS ISSUEINSIDE THIS ISSUEINSIDE THIS ISSUE
From the Ready Room 1
XO Briefing 1
Ship’s Log 2
Starfleet Marine Corps 2
Treasury Report 2
Starfleet Renewal Reminders 3
Away Team and Activity Schedule 3
Star Trek News 4
Area Conventions 5
Command Structure 7
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
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.
The Anvil, Issue 264, 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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Can you believe that Star Trek is 47 years old? That Next Generation is 26 years old? Both of these shows premiered in September. Star Trek on September 8th, 1966 and the Next Generation on Sept. 28, 1987. These shows have given hope to generations that a brighter future is out there. These shows have shaped not the small group of Trekkies who originally watched it but have shaped the world. So many things that we use and say can be traced back to these shows. I don’t remember when I first watched Star Trek since I was only 2 when it first aired, but I know it has been in my life since I was four because I was given a model of the Enterprise for my fourth birthday. My oldest memory was fighting with my brother over if we were going to watch Gilligan’s Island or Star Trek. This of course was when it was in reruns in the afternoon. So what are your memories of seeing Star Trek? Your memories of meeting the cast? Send them to me and I will share them in the next anvil. Also if you have a report on a convention you like to give, or on the new shows coming out this fall then send those to me as well. As always see you around the ship, Capt. MarkAdam Miller [email protected]
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Here we are at the end of summer, and soon the weather will turn cooler, and right around the corner are the holidays.
Then I’ll be briefing you on our Fall Feast.
However it’s time for important ship’s business. Remember the Vote of Confidence for our CO MarkAdam Miller,
going on now until September 21. Email your vote to me at [email protected] by that date. A simple “yes” or
“no” will do. Currently I have received only three votes, so come on everybody, don’t be shy. Vote!
AND for the trivia lovers on the ship, here are a few facts about September. September begins on the same day of the
week as December every year because there are 91 days separating September and December. Two important dates in
September (besides 9/11 of course) are September 14 and 19. The 14th is the day Francis Scott Key wrote the Star
Spangled Banner. And the 19th is International Talk Like A Pirate Day.
So practice your Arrgggg’s! That’s all this time folks.
Pat Hicks [email protected]
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August 10, 2013 Social
The social was held at the Mohney’s home. The usual food and drinks were provided. The social mostly was playing the game “Five Crowns” that the Millers brought back from this years Summit. It was a close game through out but Pete finally was able to claim victory in the end.
Attendance: 10 people.
Personnel Updates:
If you have any news or accomplishments you would like to share with the group please email them to me at: [email protected]. Also your personal updates can give your Captain added info to help get you recognition and an award at summit for your accomplishments.
SSttaarrfflleeeett MMaarriinnee CCoorrppss 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.
Looking to boost your Boothby Awards? The Starfleet Marines Academy may be your answer. Check out what SFMC
Academy has for you.
Major General Neil Yawn, OIC 1 BN, 2BDE, OIC 654 MSG
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Description Payments Deposits Balance
Beginning Balance $ 102.47
Ending Balance $ 102.74
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Carr 08/11/13 DeGruy 08/24/13 Youngblood-Yawn 11/30/13 Potts Family 03/05/14 Mohney Family 03/08/14 Green 04/26/14
Mangina 05/10/14 Hicks family 05/29/14 Lindsay 06/18/14 Miller Family 08/26/14
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DATE EVENT/TIME LOCATION/ACTIVITY Sept.7, 2013 Anvil Deadline [email protected] Sept. 20, 2013 Poker – 7 pm Burtyk’s’ House (Note the Change) Sept 14,2013 Social – 7 pm Mohney’s House Oct.5, 2013 Anvil Deadline [email protected]
Oct. 11, 2013 Poker – 7 pm Paul Mohney’s’ House
Oct 12,2013 Social – 7 pm Mohney’s House Nov.2, 2013 Anvil Deadline [email protected] Nov 8, 2013 Poker – 7 pm TBA Nov.9,2013 Social – 7 pm Pott’s House (Note the Change) Dec.7, 2013 Anvil Deadline [email protected] Dec.13, 2013 Poker – 7 pm Evan’s House Dec.14,2013 Social – 7 pm Mohney’s House
ALL EVENTS AND TIMES SUBJECT TO CHANGE, PLEASE REFER TO THIS
SECTION FOR UP TO DATE INFORMATION
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Promotion for Star Trek into Darkness on Blu-Ray Beams People Up
A promotion for Star Trek into Darkness coming out on Blu-Ray had people beamed up around a mall in
London. Blinkbox and Illusionist Scott Penrose put on the transporter exhibition at the London’s Westfield
shopping centre. The event can be seen on the web. (from TrekToday)
Patrick Stewart marries
Sir Patrick Stewart is no longer available. Sir Stewart married jazz singer Sunny Ozell. They were married by
Sir Ian McKellan. Sir Stewart (Professor X) and Sir McKellan(Magneto) play opposite each other in the X-Men films.
Sir Stewart and Ms. Ozell met in New York when Sir Stewart was doing Macbeth. Congratulations Captain. (from
TrekToday)
Star Trek Into Darkness on Blu-Ray
Have you got your copy of Star Trek into Darkness yet? The movie is now available this month as of Sept. 10th.
It is available on Blu-Ray, Blu-Ray 3-D, DVD and On Demand. Also available is Star Trek: Stardate Collection. This is
a 12-disc set that includes all the movies from Motion Picture to Nemesis plus 25 hours of bonus material. Can anyone
say weekend marathon. (from www.StarTrek.com)
(Did I miss something? You have an interesting news item from Star Trek? Then send me your suggestions and articles
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Area Conventions
SEPTEMBER
September 14-15 -- Nashville Comic Expo -- Nashville, TN
Over 40,000 sq. ft. of Comics, Cosplay, Videos, Toys, Action Figures, Anime, Video Games, Star Wars, Artwork, Trading Cards & Fun! http://www.nashvillecomicexpo.com/
OCTOBER
October 3-6 -- SIEGE -- Atlanta, Georgia
this is the 7th annual Southern Interactive Entertainment and Game Expo (SIEGE) hosted by the Georgia Game Developers Association (GGDA). Scheduled for Oct. 3 - 6, 2013 at the Atlanta Marriott NW - Atlanta, GA, SIEGE focuses on the fast-growing video game industry in the southeast. This year's SIEGE includes a College Fair, Games for Health Day, and Investment Conference, as well as the main SIEGE conference. As the South's leading gaming and interactive conference, SIEGE brings together professionals, academics, executives, government officials and more from across the region to celebrate the world of gaming. SIEGE's speakers include leading figures from a wide spectrum of the industry, including artists, programmers, designers, writers, teachers and business executives. Special events include keynote speeches, dynamic panels, a mini-incubator, parties, networking events, and a student fair for high school students and others looking for colleges. http://www.siegecon.net/SIEGE2013/
October 11-13 -- PandoraCon -- Cincinnati, OH
PandoraCon is the participatory convention that captures all aspects of science fiction, fantasy, anime, comics,
gaming, and general nerdom. http://www.pandoracon.com/
October 11 – Con†Stellation -- Huntsville, Alabama
Con†Stellation is an annual, fan-run, general-interest science fiction & fantasy convention sponsored by
NASFA—the North Alabama Science Fiction Association. http://www.con-stellation.org/constell/wiki/
October 18-20 -- Wizard World -- Nashville, Tennessee
Join tens of thousands of fellow fans as they celebrate the best in pop culture. Nashville Comic Con brings it all
- Movies, Comics, Toys, Video Gaming, Games, TV, Graphic Novels, Horror, Wrestling, MMA, Original Art,
Collectibles, Anime, Manga & More! Nashville Comic Con is brought to you by the group who produces the
most widely attended Comic Con tour! Attendees include: Adam West, Burt Ward, Henry Winkler, Dean Cain,
Ernie Hudson and Stan Lee. http://www.wizardworld.com/home-nashville.html
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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
Neil Yawn, Major General, SFMC Roy Green, Brigadier ,SFMC
Shelia Benton, Lt Col Brenda A. Miller, Lt Cmdr
– Ships Stores Officer and Secretary Lynnette Yawn, Lt. – Ships Galley Officer
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
