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

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A MEMBER OF STARFLEET INTERNATIONAL

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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

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, Sorry for the lateness of this issue. I became sick at the beginning of the month and I am now just getting better.

Region 2 Summit is coming up March 8-10. It is to be held at Muscle Shoals, AL. The summit is a fun time to get with other Star Trek fans and discus Star Trek and other Sci-Fi programs. It also provides ideas for parties and socials. Here is the website: http://secondfleet.org/Summit2013/ Hope to see you there.

We are always looking for ideas for activities at our socials. If you think of something you think the group would be interested in, let us hear it. We have 8 socials that we can plug it into. I say 8 because 3 of the socials are the April cookout, The Captains Cookout and Fall Feast. Also January will have been done by the time you receive this. So please send us your idea either at my email address below or look for us on Facebook.

If you have any topics of interest you would like to see in the newsletter send your articles or updates to cohephaestus@bellsouth.net.

As always see you around the ship, Capt. MarkAdam Miller cohephaestus@bellsouth.net

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Did you happen to see the trailer for the new Star Trek movie “Into The Darkness” during the Super Bowl? The new

movie looks exciting. I hope it is as fast-paced as the first one is. It’s due out in May, the 17th I think.

Yes, I did watch the Super Bowl, mainly to see the commercials. Some I didn’t like, but my favorite ad was the one

with the Clydesdale horses. I think those horses are beautiful. But, enough about the game & commercials.

Remember the Region 2 Summit is coming up March 8-10 in North Alabama. I’m sure there are still rooms available

at the hotel. Check out the web site for more information.

Also we have our Spring Cookout coming up the second weekend in April. Check the Anvil for more details as they

become available.

That’s all this month. See you at the social/meeting.

Pat Hicks booklady44@charter.net

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January 12, .2013 –Fall Feast

We played the new Munchkin Apocalypse. It was a hard fought battle with Brenda almost winning except for a play error that led to Pete winning. After that we played Bite Me with Brenda winning the game. She didn’t receive even one bite! Fun time was had by all.

Attendance: 14 people.

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.

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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SSttaarr TTrreekk NNeewwss Star Trek: Into Darkness.

The new Star Trek movie Star Trek: Into Darkness will be coming out May 17th, 2013. This movie

will be in 2D, 3D and Imax 3D. The movie was shot in 2D and then will be converted in to 3D. J.J

Abrams is directing with Chris Pine(Kirk), Zachary Quinto(Spock), Zoe Saldana(Uhura), Karl

Urban(Bones), Simon Pegg(Scotty), Anton Yelchin(Chekov), John Cho(Sulu) & Bruce

Greenwood(Pike), reprising their roles. Other actors in the film include Benedict Cumberbatch(better

know as BBC Sherlock), Peter Weller(from Robo Cop), and Alice Eve. You can see a first look in a

featurette that Paramount released on February 18, 2013. I could not find a good Web address but you

can google Star Trek Featurette and you will get a good sample to choose from.

Theater event for Star Trek: TNG “Best of both Worlds”

CBS Home Entertainment & Fathom Events will be showing the feature-length “Best of Both

Worlds” in theaters, April 25 at 7pm. This coincides with the release of the Blu-ray DVD of “Best of

Both Worlds” and Season 3 of Star Trek: The Next Generation. “Best of Both Worlds” is the 2-part

cliffhanger involving the Borg that bridges Seasons 3 & 4. The theater experience will also include a

quick look at some of the behind the scenes special features that will be on the “Best of Both Worlds”

Blu-ray DVD.

J.J Abrams, William Shatner and Star Wars…

At the end of January, the Walt Disney Co. announced they are getting J.J Abrams to direct the

up coming Star Wars Episode VII. The Walt Disney Co. acquired the Star Wars property in October of

2012. Recently, William Shatner (our beloved Capt. Kirk) said J.J. Abrams was “being a pig”. He was

referring to the fact that Mr. Abrams is collecting the two franchises (Star Trek & Star Wars) and

holding them close to the vest. As Mr. Shatner went on to say that he might have to take Mr. Abrams

out for sushi so that he can set Mr. Abrams straight on doing both of the franchises and not having him,

Mr. Shatner, in either of them. In his opinion, Mr. Shatner said, “I think is just foolhardy.” So I guess

we will be seeing William Shatner in the next Star Wars film.

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Hicks family 05/29/13 Carr 08/11/13 DeGruy 08/24/13 Miller Family 08/26/13

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DATE EVENT/TIME LOCATION/ACTIVITY Feb. 2, 2012 Anvil Deadline cohephaestus@bellsouth.net Feb. 8, 2012 Poker – 7 pm Burtyk’s House Feb. 9 , 2012 Social – 7 pm Mohney’s House – TV Trivia Mar. 2, 2012 Anvil Deadline cohephaestus@bellsouth.net

Mar. 8-10, 2012 Region 2 Summit Scheffield, AL

Mar. 15 , 2012 Poker – 7 pm Paul Mohney’s House Mar. 16, 2012 Social – 7 pm Mohney’s House April. 6, 2012 Anvil Deadline cohephaestus@bellsouth.net April. 12, 2012 Poker – 7 pm Pete Mohney’s House Arpril 13,2012 Social – 7 pm Mohney’s House May. 6, 2012 Anvil Deadline cohephaestus@bellsouth.net May. 17, 2012 Poker – 7 pm Dennis Evans’ House May 18,2012 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

FEBRUARY

February 3 -- Atlanta Comic Convention -- Atlanta, Georgia

Meet and greet comic book creators. List includes, C. Martin Croker, Stephanie Gladden, Jason Flowers, Bobby Nash, Mark Wright and James Burns. http://www.atlantacomicconvention.com

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

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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/

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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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