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Topic: Astronaut Scholarship Foundation's Autograph and Memorabilia Show 2008
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Robert Pearlman
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From: Houston, TX
Registered: Nov 1999
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posted 04-03-2008 08:07 PM
   
Astronaut Scholarship Foundation's Astronaut Autograph & Memorabilia Show
In conjunction with Kennedy Space Center Air and Space ShowNovember 7-9, 2008, Kennedy Space Center, FL Pack your bags and strap on your space boots and get ready to be immersed in the ultimate space experience! From the moment you arrive at the Kennedy Space Center (KSC) you will feel like a VIP! You will meet and spend time with hero astronauts; tour behind-the-scenes of the KSC with an astronaut guide; view special space exhibits brought in for just this weekend; witness a first-class Air Show on NASA property featuring the Blue Angels (not to mention with astronauts by your side); ride the new Shuttle Launch Experience with astronauts who rode the real thing; acquire rare astronaut memorabilia through ASF's 6th Annual Auction; experience all that KSC has to offer from IMAX theaters, to remarkable shows, to the largest Space Shop in the world! And when the day is done, kick back and enjoy a tropical drink while preparing for dinner that evening with legendary astronauts in none other than beautiful Cocoa Beach, Florida! And this is just the beginning.No where else on Earth will this incredible package be offered, so don't delay in securing your VIP place today! SPACE is limited and will be sold on a first come, first serve basis. All proceeds from ticket sales benefit the Astronaut Scholarship Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, who aids the United States in retaining its world leadership in science and technology by providing scholarships to exceptional college students pursuing these degrees. Cost of the ticket packages, over fair market value, is considered a charitable donation. |
jam1970
Member Posts: 310
From: Chillicothe, Ohio, usa
Registered: Mar 2004
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posted 04-03-2008 09:08 PM
Now I know what to do with my Tax Rebate check. Looks like this will be the big one... |
MCroft04
Member Posts: 1634
From: Smithfield, Me, USA
Registered: Mar 2005
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posted 04-03-2008 10:30 PM
I'll check with the wife later; I'm signing up, and for a great cause! |
Rob Sumowski
Member Posts: 466
From: Macon, Georgia
Registered: Feb 2000
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posted 04-04-2008 12:49 AM
Very cool. See you there.
Rob |
mjanovec
Member Posts: 3811
From: Midwest, USA
Registered: Jul 2005
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posted 04-04-2008 09:30 AM
This looks to be a fantastic show! I have already reserved my ticket for the weekend and can't wait until November. The thing that sold me on this event was the VIP tour, air show, and the chance to ride the Shuttle Launch Experience with the astronauts.Plus, the extra bonus is that this all supports a great cause! |
OLDIE
Member Posts: 268
From: Portsmouth, England
Registered: Sep 2004
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posted 04-04-2008 09:32 AM
All I can say is that I'm glad I don't have a mortgage to pay off! As long as my Bank doesn't crash, I hope to be there. It looks terrific. |
mjanovec
Member Posts: 3811
From: Midwest, USA
Registered: Jul 2005
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posted 04-04-2008 09:57 AM
While it's not a Shuttle launch, there is a planned launch on November 5 of a Delta 4 rocket.That might be extra incentive to arrive a couple days early. |
MCroft04
Member Posts: 1634
From: Smithfield, Me, USA
Registered: Mar 2005
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posted 04-04-2008 10:43 AM
Just confimed my reservation through Dee at the ASF; she was so nice. She said there were only 50 platinum passes and she was swamped taking orders. I suggest you call her now to make your reservations for this worthy cause. And her explanation of the perks for the platinum pass had me jumping up and down with joy and anticipation. |
4allmankind
Member Posts: 1043
From: Dallas
Registered: Jan 2004
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posted 04-04-2008 11:43 AM
Agreed with Mel... I booked my Platinum ticket with Dee this morning and she said ticket requests were starting to flood in. The ASF is putting on a great event with this and knowing the money goes to the charity was just more incentive to pull the trigger. Jay
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gliderpilotuk
Member Posts: 3398
From: London, UK
Registered: Feb 2002
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posted 04-04-2008 03:46 PM
Platinum for me! What an outstanding combination of events.Paul |
TRS
Member Posts: 721
From: Wellington, New Zealand
Registered: Mar 2003
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posted 04-04-2008 08:45 PM
Booked my platinum over the phone this morning - what a fantastic package!Craig |
RocketmanRob
Member Posts: 268
From: New York City USA
Registered: Mar 2005
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posted 04-04-2008 09:01 PM
Gold Ticket booked. Looks like this will be a great event. See you there.Rob |
astro-nut
Member Posts: 946
From: Washington, IL
Registered: Jan 2006
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posted 04-07-2008 03:24 PM
Just called and got my platnum ticket for this event. It should be fun and exciting to meet many astronauts in one day. Hopefully collectspace members can get together for the event as well. Robert Pearlman will you be there as well??
Also, Dee at ASF said there is not many tickes left for the platnum package.
Thank you |
DOX32
Member Posts: 242
From: Lakewood Ranch FL USA
Registered: Jul 2004
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posted 04-07-2008 08:21 PM
Just got a platinum ticket also.Let's plan a meeting location in Florida. When and where hould we meet. Woody
ATA Space UNIT |
ApolloAlex
Member Posts: 390
From: Yeovil, England
Registered: Oct 2004
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posted 04-08-2008 06:15 AM
Just had some superb news. Firstly I'm due some backpay  plus my wife this morning told me if I wanted too, I could attend either this Show or attend the launch of STS-125 as both Atlantis and Endeavour will be on launch pads A+B as I believe.And as for meeting up Woody, I have to say if I find myself in Merritt Island later on this year you can find me in Shuttles Bar and Grill, not far from the KSC.  Cheers,
Alex. ------------------
"Why dont you fix your little problem and light this Candle?" |
Ken Havekotte
Member Posts: 2915
From: Merritt Island, Florida, Brevard
Registered: Mar 2001
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posted 04-08-2008 06:57 AM
Alex and Woody--If my schedule permits, I would be happy to meet up with any cS members later in the year, or any other month, if time permits. My home-office is only a short few-minutes drive to Shuttles Bar and Grill here on Merritt Island. |
tegwilym
Member Posts: 2331
From: Sturgeon Bay, WI
Registered: Jan 2000
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posted 04-08-2008 01:45 PM
quote:
Originally posted by mjanovec:
While it's not a Shuttle launch, there is a planned launch on November 5 of a Delta 4 rocket.
My birthday candle!Ok, I might have to make another trip. The only thing that can equal last summer's trip is a launch of some sort. But Robert says there is MORE to be announced?? Tom |
tegwilym
Member Posts: 2331
From: Sturgeon Bay, WI
Registered: Jan 2000
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posted 04-08-2008 03:14 PM
quote:
Originally posted by Ken Havekotte:
Alex and Woody--If my schedule permits, I would be happy to meet up with any cS members later in the year, or any other month, if time permits. My home-office is only a short few-minutes drive to Shuttles Bar and Grill here on Merritt Island.
Don't forget to bring a towel or a bib of of some sort. You'll be drooling over the piles of neat stuff Ken has. I visited his home office a few years ago. Great fun! :-D |
garymilgrom
Member Posts: 1966
From: Atlanta, GA
Registered: Feb 2007
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posted 04-08-2008 03:17 PM
I signed up today. Seems like a long way to go for Rob Sumowski's autograph but I guess it's worth it.I'm looking forward to meeting some of this community as much as the astronauts. |
Rob Sumowski
Member Posts: 466
From: Macon, Georgia
Registered: Feb 2000
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posted 04-08-2008 04:57 PM
Man, my signature is valuable only to the bank that holds my mortgage. It will be good to finally meet, though, Gary.
Rob |
BobbyA
Member Posts: 147
From: Northern Virginia
Registered: Jul 2002
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posted 04-10-2008 11:22 AM
I bought a Platinum ticket today. She said that they only had a few of those left. This is going to be a GREAT event! |
DOX32
Member Posts: 242
From: Lakewood Ranch FL USA
Registered: Jul 2004
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posted 04-11-2008 03:24 PM
Ken, Alex and Anyone else:Let's plan a meet that weekend for sure. More later, as my travel plans firm this fall. Woody |
Dennis Beatty
Member Posts: 356
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Registered: Jan 2000
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posted 04-11-2008 05:19 PM
Sorry to butt in on the thread... but as another cSer with a platinum ticket, I'm wondering if a friend from past conventions may also be in attendance. Dave Sixsmith... might you be making the trip in November?Dennis Beatty |
ApolloAlex
Member Posts: 390
From: Yeovil, England
Registered: Oct 2004
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posted 04-13-2008 06:54 AM
quote:
Originally posted by Ken Havekotte:
If my schedule permits, I would be happy to meet up with any cS members later in the year, or any other month, if time permits.
Due to other commitments namely a new Kitchen for my wife, my funding for a trip to ASF or a Shuttle launch this year has been cut  but I nevertheless intend to visit for a February or April launch so I would like to thank Ken for his invitation and hopefully see him next year.But for now I shall still be attending Autographica and maybe bump into some of you guys there? Cheers,
Alex. ------------------
"Why dont you fix your little problem and light this Candle?" |
Machodoc
Member Posts: 207
From: DE
Registered: Aug 2005
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posted 04-15-2008 09:06 PM
For those of you with Platinum passes, can you say for which astros they are valid for the front of the line perk (the website says it's for "selected" astros only), assuming there are any left?I had one for the show last June and it was worth every penny, but got a little awkward at times. |
capoetc
Member Posts: 2169
From: McKinney TX (USA)
Registered: Aug 2005
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posted 04-16-2008 08:55 AM
quote:
Originally posted by Machodoc:
I had one for the show last June and it was worth every penny, but got a little awkward at times.
I had a Platinum pass at the KSC show last June, but I didn't use the front-of-line option. I was there all day anyway and was not in a hurry. ------------------
John Capobianco
Camden DE |
Michael
Member Posts: 309
From: Brooklyn New York
Registered: Jun 2002
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posted 04-16-2008 03:39 PM
I heard that Buzz will be raising his prices... does that mean he will charge more at the show? And if so, how much more?Just asking,
Mike |
747flyer
Member Posts: 99
From: New York, NY
Registered: Sep 2003
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posted 04-16-2008 05:13 PM
quote:
Originally posted by Machodoc:
For those of you with Platinum passes, can you say for which astros they are valid for the front of the line perk (the website says it's for "selected" astros only), assuming there are any left?
I booked a platinum pass and have received a confirmation email. It does not say for which lines the front of line perk is valid. |
cms
Member Posts: 62
From: Dayton, OH
Registered: Jun 2002
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posted 05-01-2008 08:01 PM
Hello everyone,Anyone know if any arrangements are available for mail-in items? I will be deployed (military) at the time of the event. I have an Apollo 13 beta cloth patch I have been waiting many, many, years to get signed!! As always, any information is greatly appreciated. Thanks. v/r
chris |
disglobes
Member Posts: 594
From: Orting, WA
Registered: May 2000
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posted 05-02-2008 05:55 AM
Hi Chris, I am also in the military and just returned from Iraq. I would be happy to get this signed for you, just let me know if you need me to do this. Charles |
divemaster
Member Posts: 1376
From: ridgefield, ct
Registered: May 2002
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posted 05-02-2008 11:04 PM
Good to see that you're back, Charles!!!!!! |
pdpel3
Member Posts: 46
From: england
Registered: Jun 2007
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posted 05-04-2008 12:15 PM
Are there any Brits attending? |
gliderpilotuk
Member Posts: 3398
From: London, UK
Registered: Feb 2002
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posted 05-04-2008 01:02 PM
Of course. Myself, Derek, Rob Synge...to name but three.Paul |
astro-nut
Member Posts: 946
From: Washington, IL
Registered: Jan 2006
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posted 05-04-2008 01:16 PM
If any military person wants something signed and can't make the show, just let me know and contact me and I will get it signed for you. I am planning to be there for the whole event and I am a former military man myself and thank you for serving our country!! |
DOX32
Member Posts: 242
From: Lakewood Ranch FL USA
Registered: Jul 2004
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posted 05-04-2008 07:00 PM
I am also retired military and will those who can not make it get items signed.Woody
ATA space unit Go Army! |
TRS
Member Posts: 721
From: Wellington, New Zealand
Registered: Mar 2003
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posted 05-09-2008 05:37 PM
I've just checked with the KSC website and the November 5th launch has been rescheduled. |
mjanovec
Member Posts: 3811
From: Midwest, USA
Registered: Jul 2005
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posted 05-10-2008 06:33 PM
quote:
Originally posted by TRS:
I've just checked with the KSC website and the November 5th launch has been rescheduled.
However, STS-126 is tentatively listed for November 10th...the day after the ASF show. While one shouldn't get their hopes up too high, it would be perfect icing on the cake. |
TRS
Member Posts: 721
From: Wellington, New Zealand
Registered: Mar 2003
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posted 05-11-2008 02:10 PM
That's good news.I went back to look but I can't see that date on either the launch schedule or the launch information page (accessed from the KSC Visitor Centre page) although the latter is still showing the Delta IV launch for November 5th. Seems strange that two different launch info pages on the KSC site are showing two different schedules... |
Robert Pearlman
Editor Posts: 42988
From: Houston, TX
Registered: Nov 1999
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posted 05-11-2008 02:21 PM
NASA has not officially announced the date for STS-126, other than saying that it will be four to five weeks later than originally planned. I hear that the new schedule may not be released until after STS-124 returns from space.The best (and most updated) launch schedule is maintained by Spaceflight Now. |
paul prendergast
Member Posts: 429
From: crawley west sussex UK
Registered: Apr 2004
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posted 05-12-2008 12:47 PM
Has anyone had problems booking rooms for the hotel on their website? |
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