THE ANVIL U.S.S. Hephaestus: NCC-2004 March 2013

ALWAYS ONWARD

A MEMBER OF STARFLEET INTERNATIONAL

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From the Ready Room 1

XO Briefing 1

Ship’s Log 2

Starfleet Marine Corps 2

Treasury Report 2

Star Trek News 3

Starfleet Renewal Reminders 4

Away Team and Activity Schedule 4

Area Conventions 5

Command Structure 9

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 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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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.

XXOO BBrriieeffiinngg

The XO’s briefing was not available at the time of printing.

Pat Hicks booklady44@charter.net

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Feb 9.013 Social-

The 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.

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.

Major General Neil Yawn, OIC 1 BN, 2BDE, OIC 654 MSG

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Description Payments Deposits Balance

Beginning Balance $ 82.74

Ending Balance $ 82.74

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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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Green 04/10/13 Lindsay 04/19/13 Mangina 05/09/13 Hicks family 05/29/13 Carr 08/11/13 DeGruy 08/24/13

Miller Family 08/26/13 Youngblood-Yawn 11/30/13 Potts Family 03/05/14 Mohney Family 03/08/14

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DATE EVENT/TIME LOCATION/ACTIVITY Mar. 2, 2013 Anvil Deadline cohephaestus@bellsouth.net Mar. 8-10, 2013 Region 2 Summit Scheffield, AL

Mar. 15 , 2013 Poker – 7 pm Paul Mohney’s House Mar. 16, 2013 Social – 7 pm Mohney’s House

April. 6, 2013 Anvil Deadline cohephaestus@bellsouth.net

April. 12, 2013 Poker – 7 pm Pete Mohney’s House Arpril 13,2013 Social – 7 pm Mohney’s House May. 6, 2013 Anvil Deadline cohephaestus@bellsouth.net May. 17, 2013 Poker – 7 pm Dennis Evans’ House May 18,2013 Social – 7 pm Mohney’s House May 24-26,2013 Alabama Phoenix Festival Cahaba Grand Conference Center June 1, 2013 Anvil Deadline cohephaestus@bellsouth.net June. 7, 2013 Poker – 7 pm Miller’s’ House June 8,2013 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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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/

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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

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