APR 27, 2007

  BTDT Name That Character #61

  Take a peek.  Take your guess.

8:30PM - EST   

  Weekend Events Calendar

  Looking for a toy show/event?  Check the list below courtesy of Toy Shop.

Apr 29 2007 IL, Orland Park. Toys, Sports Cards, Cars & More Show. Civic
Ctr., 147th St., 1 blk. W. La Grange Rd. SH: 9am-2pm, T: 60-6¹, A: $1. John
Leary, 9522 W. Shore Dr., Oak Lawn, IL 60453. PH: 708-423-1758.

Apr 29 2007 MA, South Attleboro. Toys, Comic Book, Non-Sport Cards & Coll.
Show. K of C, 304 Highland Ave. SH: 10am-3pm, A: $3. My Mummy Productions,
Harry Martin, PH: 508-384-8491.

Apr 27-29 2007 MO, Kansas City. Toy Show. Independence Center Mall. SH: Fri.
& Sat. 10am-9pm, Sun. 12noon-6pm, T: 60, A: free. Tim Belk, 2811 Joplin St.,
Joplin, MO 64804. PH: 417-781-4422.

Apr 29 2007 MO, St. Louis. Toy & Comic Book Show. Memorial Post 111, 7300
Lansdowne. SH: 10:30am-2:30pm, T: 40, A: $2. Anthony Gladish, 4253 Fatima
Dr. #3, St. Louis, MO 63123. PH: 314-544-2812.

Apr 26 2007 NY, Centereach. Records, Toys & Collectibles Show, VFW. 31
Horseblock Rd. off Rte. 25, LIE 62, SH: 10am-4pm, T: 50-6¹ & 8¹, F:
$40.-$50., A: $1., under 6 free. Daniel Fishman, PH: 516-485-1424 or Jack,
PH: 631-772-7071.

Apr 28-29 2007 NC, Raleigh. 60th Antique & Collectible Toy & Hobby Show. NC
State Fairgrounds, Scott Bldg., 1025 Blue Ridge Rd. SH: Sat. 9am-4pm, Sun.
10am-4pm, T: 225, A: $5., 15 & under free. Inside Pitch Promos., PH:
919-553-4285 or www.insidepitch.com

Apr 29 2007 OH, Tiffin. Toy & Collectibles Show, Antique Farm Machinery Swap
Meet. Seneca Cty. Fairgrounds, 100 Hopewell Ave. SH: 9am-4pm, A: free. Don
Ziegler, PH/FAX: 419-983-5084 or Steve Smith, PH/FAX: 419-585-5495 after
7pm.

Apr 29 2007 OH, Massillon. New Spring Train & Toy Show. Knights of Columbus
Hall, 988 Cherry Rd. NW. SH: 10am-4pm, T: 148-8¹, A: $4., 12 & under free.
Jon Ulbright, 941 Buchholz Dr., Wooster, OH 44691. PH: 330-262-7488 after
6pm.

Apr 29 2007 OH, Columbus. Toy & Comic Book Show. Veterans Memorial, 300 West
Broad St. SH: 9am-4pm, T: 225, A: $3. James Ford, PH: 614-886-1346.

Apr 29 2007 WI, Milwaukee. Orphans In The Attic Doll & Teddy Bear Show. Serb
Hall, 5101 W. Oklahoma Ave. SH: 10am-3pm, T: 140, A: $4., $1.50 ages 6-12.
Marge Hansen, 1527 Raveen St., Ft. Atkinson, WI 53538. PH: 920-563-0046.

Apr 29 2007 WI, Menasha. 19th Annual Fox Valley Area Toy Show. Waverly Beach
Supper Club, South of the Hwy 10 & Hwy 114 intersection. SH: 9am-3pm, A: $2.
Robert & Kristine Loderbauer, N121 Cty. Hwy. N., Appleton, WI 54915. PH:
920-730-0292.

 

  Catch A Pic Of Superman - Win Prizes

  BTDT reader C-Twin dropped us a note about this little contest where you can
  pick up some cool Man of Steel-related prizes and have some fun..

3:30PM - EST   

  Star Wars Q&A With Lucas, Hamill, And Fisher

  Scifi.com attended a sold-out event on April 23 at the Academy of Motion Picture
  Arts and Sciences Theater in Beverly Hills, Calif. The gathering marked the
  beginning of a series of events commemorating the 30th anniversary of the film.

  More on the event here.

7:00AM - EST   

  Lucas And Hamill: Together Again

  "Wouldn't miss it... " - Luke, ROTJ.  The two will be working together once more
  for a 30-minute spoof called "Robot Chicken: Star Wars", a stop-motion gig for
  Comedy Central.

  Check out the full story here.  Set to be aired 10PM June 17.

7:00AM - EST   

  Another Class 'M' Planet Found

  Thinking about moving?  Check this out.

7:00AM - EST   

  Spielberg Interview In Rolling Stone

  The 40th Anniversary issue of Rolling Stone is now on sale at your local
  newsstand, and includes an interview with ole Steve himself-  Check it out.

10:00PM - EST   

  Real Kryptonite Found

  According to this article, Kryptonite DOES exist in reality, other than just in the
  realm of the Man of Steel.  Thanks goes out to BTDT reader C-Twin for the
  update...

  "If I go crazy then would you still call me Su-perman...."

10:00PM - EST   

  And They Say Cartoons Aren't Art...

  The Delaware Art Museum is running an exhibit from 3/24 to 5/13, showing some
  great artwork in the cartoon genre...  Pieces included come from Disney, Mr.
  Stan Lee, and many more-  More info here.

6:00PM - EST   

  Matthew Fox To Play Racer X

  In the forthcoming live-action version of Speed Racer, the mysterious brother
  of Speed who's always around somewhere to lend a hand is to be played by
  Matthew Fox of Party of Five and Lost fame.  More on the update here,
  credits to Moviehole for the find.

7:00AM - EST   

  Fanboys Release Date Extended Due To Help From Lucas

  The latest Star Wars fan-type film on the horizon, Fanboys, has been pushed
  back on its release date..  For most movies this would be a real let-down, but
  in the case of this movie, it was done to allow for some great last-minute
  additions- first of all Kevin Smith will be making a cameo appearance in the film.
  And second, Lucas apparently liked the film so much, he has authorized for
  actual Star Wars effects to be used throughout.  How cool is that?!

  You can read more on the update here.  The updated release date is set for
  August 17th.

7:00AM - EST   

  Happy Birthday Hayden

  The man who filled the shoes of one of the TRUE Men In Black is 26 today.
  Please join BTDT in wishing him the best of birthday bliss on this special day.

7:00AM - EST   

  Belloq Returns

  An actor by the name of Paul Freeman (no, no relation to GORDON Freeman of
  Half-Life btw) once played the role of one of Indiana Jones' rivals, Dr. Rene Belloq
  in ROTLA.  However, after his moment of fame screaming "IT'S BEAUTIFUL!!!" and
  then losing his head shortly after, his career seemed to fade off with the dust
  of the Ten Commandments themselves..

  Fast forward 26 years- it would seem that Freeman is back on the big screen,
  to play the role of Reverend Phillip Shooter in the forthcoming release, Hot Fuzz
  (which sounds like porn but it's not).  You can read up on the new movie, due out
  on April 20, here.

8:00PM - EST   

  New NIN CD Out

  Year Zero has hit store shelves.  Read more on it here.

  Also, check our Forums regarding some other cool news regarding a collaboration
  between Trent Reznor and "another band"..

7:00AM - EST   

  Review Of Children Of Hurin

  See what cnn.com had to say about the "newest" Tolkien classic.

7:00AM - EST   

  Lawrence Kasdan To Redo Clash Of The Titans?

  According to this article at AICN, Kasdan who wrote the scripts for ESB, ROTJ,
  and ROTLA, is being given a new task: to write the script for a re-make of the
  epic Clash Of The Titans..  Check it out.

7:00AM - EST   

  Happy Birthday Buffy

  Sarah Michelle Gellar is 30 today.  Please join us in wishing her the best on
  another great year!

9:00PM - EST   

  BTDT Name That Character #60

1:30PM - EST   

  Paramount Confirms: LaBoeuf In Indiana Jones IV

  See that, and you didn't believe us...  The full story here.

3:00PM - EST   

  BTDT Name That Character #59

2:00PM - EST   

  Weekend Events Calendar

  The following shows are happening nationwide- thanks goes to the crew at
  Toy Shop for the heads up.

Apr 14-15 2007 CA, North Hollywood. Mickey Sinardi’s Showstopper Stars Spectacular.Beverly Garland’s Holiday Inn, 4222 Vineland Avenue.SH: Sat. 10am-5pm, Sun. 11am-5pm., A: One Day $15.00// Two Days $25.00.Mickey Sinardi, PH: 818-766-7311.

Apr 14 2007 CT, Stamford. Pez Toy Show. Westin Stamford, First Stamford Pl. SH: 10am-2pm, T: 50, A: $5. Richard Belyski, PH: 843-457-3413 or www.pezcollectorsnews.com

Apr 15 2007 CT, Middletown. Toy Show. Eagles Club, 64 Stack St. SH: 8:30am-11:30pm, A: Free. PH: 860-304-4933.

Apr 15 2007 DE, Newark. Sports Card, Comic Book, NASCAR & Collectible Show. Aetna Fire Hall, 400 Ogletown Rd. SH: 10am-3pm, T: 50, A: $2., 12 & under free. PH: 302-559-7962 or www.a2zshows1.com

Apr 14 2007 IL, Orland Park. Toys, Sports Cards, Cars & More Show. Civic Ctr., 147th St., 1 blk. W. La Grange Rd. SH: 9am-2pm, T: 60-6’, A: $1. John Leary, 9522 W. Shore Dr., Oak Lawn, IL 60453. PH: 708-423-1758.

Apr 14 2007 IA, Des Moines. 19th Annual Doll, Bear & Toy Show. State Fairgrounds, Tourism Bldg. SH: 9am-3pm, A: $3., under 10 free. Colleen Holden, PH: 515-986-1975 or www.desmoinesdollshow.com

Apr 14-15 2007 KS, Manhattan. Toy Show. Town Center Mall. SH: Sat. 10am-9pm, Sun. 12noon-6pm, T: 35, A: free. Tim Belk, 2811 Joplin St., Joplin, MO 64804. PH: 417-781-4422.

Apr 14-15 2007 MD, Timonium. The Great Scale Model Train Show & All-American Hi-Rail & Collectors Train Show. State Fairgrounds, I-83, Exit 17E. SH: Sat. 9am-4pm, Sun. 10am-4pm, A: $7., under 13 free. Howard Zane, PH: 410-730-1036.

Apr 15 2007 PA, Pittsburgh. Antique & Collectible Show. Castle Shannon Firehall, Rt. 88, S. of Pgh. SH: 8am-2pm, T: 70-8’, A: free. Alan Stricker, 3025 Washington Rd., McMurray, PA 15317. PH: 724-941-2338.

Apr 15 2007 PA, Leesport. Collector Toy & Train Show. Farmers Market Complex, Rt. 61 (Centre Ave.) & Arlington St. SH: 8am-1pm, T: 100-150, A: free. Charles Gallagher, 198 Ridge Rd., Shoemakersville, PA 19555. PH: 610-488-6621.

Apr 14 2007 TX, San Antonio-Live Oak. Eckman’s Toy, Card & Comic Show. Live Oak Civic Ctr., Pat Booker Rd., I-35 & Loop 1604. SH: 9am-5pm, T: 155-8’, A: $3. (12 & older). Dale Eckman, 8050 Pioneer Oak, Converse, TX 78109. PH: 210-945-0003.

7:00AM - EST   

  Harrison Ford: Crossing Over

  It seems that Ford will be working on one more project prior to IJ4- he will be
  playing the role of Max Brogan in a new film called Crossing Over.  His role is
  that of a US immigration customs agent.  More on the update here.

7:00AM - EST   

  Mummy III A Go

  Don't know if we'll be goin' to see it, but Brendan Fraser has signed on for a third
  chapter in the classic series.  Here's the full scoop.

7:00AM - EST   

  The Jacksons: Pop Dynasty

  They're multiplying they're multiplying!!  Just when you thought Society was free
  from Jackson-ism, a new music show is about to debut starring Jermaine, LaToya,
  and Tito.  They will be judges for other up and coming music stars.

  My only question is, aren't they 3 of the Jacksons who DIDN'T go anywhere?
  The full article here.

7:00AM - EST   

  Nintendo: Wii Are Working On It...

  According to this article, the shortage of Wii's available to consumers could
  continue on into the Summer..  Check it out.

10:00PM - EST   

  BTDT Name That Character #58

2:00PM - EST   

  BTDT Name That Character #57

7:30PM - EST   

  Come ON Sean...

  According to an article posted in Variety, Sean Connery is still debating as to
  whether or not he will play Indy's dad in the 4th installment of the Indiana Jones
  Saga..  It's basically a recap posting that he's wanting to see the script before
  pulling the trigger, but nice to see he's still in the news for his consideration.

  The original article here.

FETT | 6:30PM - EST   

  The Polar Bears Aren't The Only Ones

  Internet Radio Is in danger of becoming EXTINCT! If you want your only source
  of Aggressive music to stay online read below...THIS IS VERY IMPORTANT AND
  SERIOUS.

  The U.S. Copyright Royalty Board (CRB) has just issued a decision on the
  royalty rates that webcasters have to pay to record labels for the period
  2006-2010. (See Wired News coverage HERE.)

Outrage | 12:00PM - EST   

  Find Out What SciFi Character You REALLY Are..

  SouthernSith from the BTDT Forums provided this site, where you answer
  questions and find out what alter ego SciFi character you actually follow after..

  Take a crack and post your results in our Forums.

1:00PM - EST   

  Staff Of Ra Headpiece Brings $69K

  The infamous Raiders piece went for almost $70,000, while some other great
  pieces like the Alien suit brought in $126,500 at the Profiles In History auction.
  The original Christopher Reeve Superman suit went for $115K.

  Don't know about you, but for film history of that level, we would have expected
  much bigger numbers.  More on the final sales details here.

9:00AM - EST   

  BTDT Name That Character #56

3:00PM - EST   

  Weekend Events Calendar

  Holiday or not, the shows MUST go on!  Thanks goes out to Toy Shop for the
  intel..

Apr 8 2007 IL, Grayslake. Toy, Comic Book & Pop Culture Show & Sale. Lake Cty. Fairgrounds. SH: 8am-3pm. Zurko’s Midwest Promotions, 211 W. Green Bay St., Shawano, WI 54166. PH: 715-526-9769.

Apr 7 2007 NC, Raleigh. 58th Sportscard & Sports Mem. Show. NC State Fairgrounds, Scott Bldg., 1025 Blue Ridge Rd. SH: 10am-5pm, T: 200, A: $5., 15 & under free. Inside Pitch Promos., PH: 919-553-4285 or www.insidepitch.com

Apr 7-8 2007 OH, Dayton. Flea-n-tique. Montomgery Fairgrounds, Coliseum Bldg., 1043 S. Main St. SH: Sat. 9am-5pm, Sun. 10am-4pm, A: $1. Rainbow Productions, PO Box 1395, Dayton, OH 45401. PH: 937-256-5051.

12:00PM - EST   

  James Doohan's Ashes Going To Space

  Doohan, who died in July 2005 at age 85, will be traveling in spirit to Space for
  real, as some of his ashes will be launched into Space.  More on the event here.

  Thanks goes out to Forum member JLC for the heads up on this one.

9:00AM - EST   

  "We've got to give him more TIME!!!"

  Billy Dee Williams, the Colt 45 machismo who ruled Bespin with a calm and cool
  demeanor as Lando Calrissian, is 70 today.  Please join BTDT in wishing him
  another great birthday!

7:00AM - EST   

  IJ4 Update: Lucas Talks To USA Today

  Lucas talked with USA Today recently regarding IJ4.  Not much of an update, but
  you can view it here.

  Funny thing is, regarding Sean Connery, they claim Lucas states "We're still
  trying" when it comes to bringing him on board for the cast.  The funny part is,
  Connery already publicly announced he'd be glad to be involved IF
  APPROACHED, and at the time (January I believe), he'd heard nothing.  So, I
  guess we'll just have to wait and see who's really being the honest Injun here
  (although my money's on Connery)..

7:00AM - EST   

  BTDT Name That Character #55

1:30PM - EST   

  BTDT Name That Character #53 and 54

  See that- and you probably thought we weren't doing these anymore....

  Star Wars Comes In 2nd To Serenity

  According to this article, UK scifi fans preferred Serenity over the 30-year old
  classic.  And to show that voters weren't without taste, Blade Runner took the
  number 3 slot.

7:00PM - EST   

  Attention UT Gamers

  Some of the regular community here at BTDT are dedicated fans of the Unreal
  Tournament saga..  Are you?  Talk UT in our Forums with us!

7:00PM - EST   

  A Whole Different Type of KITT Car

  El Hut from our Forums reports in that the talking black Trans Am is up for
  grabs..  More info here.

7:00PM - EST   

  Exclusive Transformer Photos At Yahoo! Movies

  Itching to get a peek of what some of the new bots in action will look like?
  Check here. (*spoiler warning*)

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