JUN 28, 2007

  Transformers Props on eBay

  Here's a great opportunity to get some signed collectibles before this hit takes
  off!

7:00AM - EST   

  Happy Birthday Spidey

  Webslinger Tobey Maguire is 32 today.  And what a birthday it must be when
  you take a step back, look at the big picture, and see yourself portraying one
  of America's most favored super heroes of all time..  Life is good.

8:30PM - EST   

  CPL Championships Summer 2007

  If you're free from August 30th through September 2nd, and are in proximity of
  Dallas, TX, then this post is for you- take advantage of a rare opportunity to
  game and party at the CPL (Cyberathlete Professional League )championships!

  Make your plans now.

8:00PM - EST   

  Alert For Arcade Lovers: Game Auction In Orlando FL 6/30

  If you're a classic gamer, live near Orlando, AND are free this Saturday, you
  might want to check out the auction of classic video, pinball, and other related
  games happening at the Central Florida Fairgrounds-  More on the event here.

7:00PM - EST   

  BTDT Flashback: IJ3 Trailer

  To wet your IJ whistle, take a little trip back in time with BTDT..  Check it.

7:00PM - EST   

  DS To Get DL

  The Nintendo DS is a pretty cool little handheld, and sports some pretty sweet
  games..  So how could it be improved?  Easily!  By adding a classic arcade game
  like Dragons Lair to its list of gaming possibilities!

  The plan is currently underway- check it out here.

7:00PM - EST   

  Transformers: The Game Review

  One of the newest anticipated games hits stores today for consoles and PC- but
  is it a buyer or a renter?  See what UGO had to say..

7:00AM - EST   

  Nicole Kidman: New Poster 'Girl' For Nintendo

  It's hard to understand how this woman pops up where she does- yeah, she was
  cute in Days Of Thunder, but cripes that was 20 years ago!- but today, to find
  her popping up in goofy places like Bewitched, and now as the new face for
  Nintendo, it's hard to comprehend how this all comes together.  Wouldn't a better
  fit be her doing ads for Medicare, like you see Ed McMahon and that guy from
  Cocoon doing?

  Anyway, more on the update here.

7:00AM - EST   

  First Indy IV Image

  Did you expect him to look any different?  It's just as we expected to see him
  here at BTDT.  Let the countdown to May 2008 begin!

8:00PM - EST   

  Release Date For Paris Hilton Set - But Does Anyone Really Care?

  Is anyone else sick of reading about this woman's prison sentence?  Feel free
  to share your thoughts on this topic in our Forums.

7:30PM - EST   

  Addicted To Gaming?

  The ongoing controversy regarding having an addiction to gaming continues in
  this article in the LA Times.

  What does BTDT have to say about all this?  Take 2 frags and call us in the
  morning..

7:30PM - EST   

  "Indy, Welcome to Hooma Hooma Nooka Nooka Woh-ah-ah-ah-ah Island.."

  According to this article over at IGN, Dr. Jones will not only be filming in CT, but
  will be also doing some time in front of the camera on the Big Island of Hawaii.

  And yes, you're right- this post's title IS a partial tribute to Bugs Bunny as well...

7:30PM - EST   

  Count Your Coins

  So, how many coins have you acquired to put in your 30th Anniversary Star Wars
  coin book?  Share with us in our Forums.

7:30PM - EST   

  Upcoming Toy Events

  Here is a list of some upcoming Toy Events ...

Jun 20 2007 CA, City of Industry. Frank & Son Collectible Show. 19649 San Jose Ave. SH: 3pm-9pm, T: 250, A: free. Janet, PH: 909-444-7955.

Jun 22-24 2007 KS, Topeka. Toy Show. Westridge Mall. SH: Fri. & Sat. 10am-9pm, Sun. 12noon-6pm, T: 50, A: free. Tim Belk, 2811 Joplin St., Joplin, MO 64804. PH: 417-781-4422.

Jun 23 2007 CA, City of Industry. Frank & Son Collectible Show. 19649 San Jose Ave. SH: 9am-5pm, T: 250, A: free. Janet, PH: 909-444-7955.

Jun 23-24 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.

Jun 24 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

Jun 24 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.

Jun 24 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.

Jun 23-24 2007 NJ, North Bergen. Big Apple Conventions.Penn Plaza Pavilio n 401 7th Ave.& 33rd. St. (across from MSG).A: free.PH: 201-861-1414.

Jun 23-24 2007 NY, Manhattan. The Big Apple Toy, Comic Book, Art & Sci-Fi Expo. Penn Plaza Pavilion, 401 7th Ave. & 33rd St. SH: 10am-7pm, T: 100. www.bigapplecon.com

Jun 27 2007 CA, City of Industry. Frank & Son Collectible Show. 19649 San Jose Ave. SH: 3pm-9pm, T: 250, A: free. Janet, PH: 909-444-7955.

Jun 28-Jul 1 2007 RI, Providence. 2007 BotCon. Convention Ctr., 1 Sabin St. SH: Sat. 10am-5pm, Sun. 9am-3pm, A: $9. Transformers Collectors Club, 225 Cattle Baron Parc Dr., Ft. Worth, TX 76108. PH: 817-448-9863 or www.transformersclub.com

Jun 29-Jul 1 2007 NJ, Wildwood. Toy Show. Convention Ctr., Boardwalk. SH: Fri. 3pm-9pm, Sat. 10am-9pm, Sun. 10am-5pm, T: 100, A: free. Rob or Karen Gomberg, 3 Rachel Ct., Franklin Park, NJ 08823. PH: 732-422-9365 or www.njsportspromotions.com

Jun 30 2007 NY, New York City. Gotham Super Collectors Show. Holiday Inn, 440 W. 57 St., btw. 9th & 10th Ave. SH: 10am-6pm, A: $10., 12 & under free. PH: 718-972-3872 or www.gothamnostalgiashows.com

Jul 1 2007 NJ, Wayne. Toy & Collectible Show. Co. #1 Firemen¹s Hall, off Rt. 23 N, Lincoln Park Exit, to Parish Dr. SH: 8am-3pm, T: 80, A: $2., under 12 free. Phil De Mario, PH: 973-726-9897.

Jun 30 2007 CA, City of Industry. Frank & Son Collectible Show. 19649 San Jose Ave. SH: 9am-5pm, T: 250, A: free. Janet, PH: 909-444-7955.

Jul 1 2007 CA, Stanton-Orange County. Hot Wheels, NASCAR, NHRA & Johnny Lightning Collectible Show. Rack & Cue Billiards, 7520 Katella Ave. SH: 9am-2pm, A: $2., under 12 free. Ron, PH: 909-902-0217.

Jun 29-30 2007 CO, Westminster. Train Collectors A ssoc 53rd Natl Convention. Westin Hotel, 10600 Westminster Blvd. SH: 9am-5pm, A: Free. www.rmdtoytrains.org.

Jul 1 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.

Jul 1 2007 IL, Peoria. Central IL Hot Wheels Club Monthly Swap Meet. YWCA-Lakeview Ctr., 1013 W. Lake Ave. SH: 1pm-3:30pm, A: free. Shane, PH: 309-444-5463.

July 1 2007 KY, Louisville. Toy and Comic book Sci-Fi Show. Executive Inn, 1-264 Airport IKY Fair Expo Center. SH: 10am-4pm. Michael 812-937-7015, or Tony 812-354-2096.

Jun 30-Jul 1 2007 NC, Raleigh. 61st 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, $7. weekend pass. Inside Pitch Promos., PH: 919-553-4285 or www.insidepitch.com

  SW Memorabilia

  Have some old SW or other sci-fi related memorabilia like trading crads, action
  figures, etc? I recently unearthed some and was curious as to what everyone else
  may have packed away somewhere. Check out the Forums under the
  Everything Else category to reply...

   JLC | 9:00AM - EST   

  Star Wars: Robot Chicken Preview Sunday

  Don't know what else to say on this one except, IGN has this article on the
  premiere-

  It's scheduled for this Sunday night (June 17) at 10:00 on Cartoon Network's
  [adult swim].

9:30PM - EST   

  The Dark Knight: I'm.... Too Sexy For This SUIT

  Entertainment Weekly has provided a glimpse of the latest getup to be worn by
  one of the TRUE men in black..  Take a peek (*spoiler warning*).

  Get ready- release date is 7/18/2008.

7:00AM - EST   

  BTDT Weekend Events Calendar

  Here you go, compliments of Toy Shop magazine:

Toy Shows June 15-17
Jun 16 2007 CA, City of Industry. Frank & Son Collectible Show. 19649 San
Jose Ave. SH: 9am-5pm, T: 250, A: free. Janet, PH: 909-444-7955.

Jun 16 2007 FL, Miami. Collectibles Show. Miccosukee Resort & Gaming, 500 SW
177 Ave. SH: 10am-5pm, A: free. PH: 305-710-6889 or
www.myspace.com/btlcollective

Jun 16 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.

Jun 17 2007 IL, Rock Falls-Sterling. Comic Book, Toys, Sports Card Conv.
Holiday Inn, 2105 1st Ave. SH: 9am-4pm, A: $1., under 15 free. John, PH:
309-631-1098 or 762-2474.

Jun 17 2007 MA, Taunton. Sport Card & Collectibles Super Show. Holiday Inn
off I-495 on Bay St. SH: 9am-3pm, T: 60, A: $1 over 8 yrs. 3 C¹s Shop, 344
Ashley Blvd., New Bedford, MA 02746. PH: 508-994-7467 or Michael Marcondes,
www.3csshop.com

Jun 15-17 2007 NE, Omaha. Toy Show. Westroads Mall. SH: Fri. & Sat.
10am-9pm, Sun. 12noon-6pm, T: 50, A: free. Tim Belk, 2811 Joplin St.,
Joplin, MO 64804. PH: 417-781-4422.

Jun 16 2007 OK, Ardmore. Sportscard, Coin & Diecast Toy Show. Mountain View
Hall, 1211 N. Commerce. SH: 10am-8pm. /211 N. Commerce. PH: 580-226-0952 or
580-465-0532.

Jun 17 2007 PA, Oil City. Northwestern PA Toy Soldier Show. Knights of
Columbus Hall, 111 Petroleum St. SH: 10am-3pm, A: $5., under 12 free. Randy,
PH: 814-354-6053.

Jun 15-17 2007 TN, Morristown. K2 Promotions Diecast, Comic & Card Show.
College Square Mall, 2550 E. Morris Blvd. SH: mall hrs., T: 40-8¹, A: free.
Freddie Campbell, 1778 Upper Rinehart Rd., Dandridge, TN 37725. PH:
865-397-7332.

Jun 15-16 2007 WV, Wheeling. 9th Annual Marx Toy & Train Collectors National
Conv. Kruger Street Toy & Train Museum, 144 Kruger St. Allan Miller, 144
Kruger St., Wheeling, WV 26003. PH: 304-242-8133 or www.toyandtrain.com

Jun 17 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.

8:00PM - EST   

  Jumper Update

  Long ago, in a news post far far away, we provided some updates regarding this
  1-of-3 sequel film starring both Samuel L Jackson and Hayden Christensen-

  This update at scifi.com tells us it's a film about kids who can teleport, and
  Jackson is like the space police tracking these kids.  It also has an expected
  release date of 2/15/08.  Should be interesting!  More on the movie here.

7:00AM - EST   

  SW Episode VII: The Hunt For Writers

  According to this tidbit, Lucas is on the hunt for a few good writers for the
  live-action SW series. Check it.

8:00PM - EST   

  Indy?  Or Treasure?

  Some pics are popping up online, rumored to be set pics from IJ4- however,
  others are stating they are actually from National Treasure 2..  You be the
  judge.

  Get ready for alot more hub-bub like this for about the next year!

8:00PM - EST   

  Train That Padawan NOW

  Don't wait for the Republic to identify the high midichlorian count of your child-
  Get them started on the path of the selfless now..

  "I DID feel something- I COULD almost see the remote..."
  - Luke Skywalker, ANH  

8:00PM - EST   

  Was Frank Oz REALLY Yoda?

  Some sources lean in a different direction..  Check here.

7:00AM - EST   

  TF Update: Cullen Praises Michael Bay

  Peter Cullen tells scifi.com how much fun he had doing the forthcoming project,
  and how much insight and "verbal freedom" he was allowed during the recording
  of Optimus Prime's voice.  One example he mentions can be found below (minor
  spoiler):

*In one of Cullen's favorite scenes in the movie, the towering robot character tramples a yard and stops to help a little girl, who says, "You're stepping in my mother's garden!" To which Optimus replies, "My bad." "There's still a lot of humor in the character," Cullen said.*

7:00AM - EST   

  Happy Birthday Nezzjo!

  Best wishes go out to BTDT Forum member nezzjo on this special day- Enjoy!

1:00PM - EST   

  Pinball/Arcade Hunters -Heads Up

  For those of you on the East Coast looking for a pinball machine, or ANOTHER one
  to keep your current one company, this update's for you:

25 to 30 pins sat june 16th 11am sharp plus videos,pool tables jukes
n slots there will be little parts this time so auction should be
over by 1pm , some great titles rt 130 and rt 156 yardville nj 609 585 6860
Dads buy yourself a nice toy for Fathers Day!

12:00PM - EST   

  The Invasion Begins In August

  You won't feel a thing.

5:00PM - EST   

  A Little Slice Of Heaven In NH

  Here is a great vid of a software engineer who's also an arcade game collector,
  and currently has over 60 arcade games in his basement- they are all restored
  to mint playable condition.

  You know what they say:  You've seen one motherboard......

12:00PM - EST   

  BTDT Flashback: Recording The Dr Who Theme

  I was so glad to come across this- take a little trip back in time to see how one
  of the one of the versions of the classic Dr Who theme was recorded..

12:00PM - EST   

  All Hail The Queen!

  Happy 26th Birthday to Miss Natalie Portman!  I'm sure she looks great as ever!

12:00PM - EST   

  What A Prime Interview

  The might IGN had a stellar opportunity to talk with the man behind the
  mechanics of Optimus Prime himself, Mr. Peter Cullen.  You can read the interview
  here.

12:00PM - EST   

  Sean Connery: NO GO For Indy IV

  This update comes as sad news, but Connery has declined playing a part in the
  next Jones chapter- the full scoop here and here.

7:00AM - EST   

  BTDT Weekend Events Calendar

  Courtesy of our friends at Toy Shop magazine:

Jun 9 2007 CA, San Jose. Doll, Bear & Collectibles Show. Santa Clara County
Fairgrounds, 344 Tully Rd. A: $6., $2., 12 & under, 5 & under free. Golden
Gate Shows, PH: 415-383-2252 or www.goldengateshows.com

Jun 9 2007 CA, City of Industry. Frank & Son Collectible Show. 19649 San
Jose Ave. SH: 9am-5pm, T: 250, A: free. Janet, PH: 909-444-7955.

Jun 10 2007 CA, Stanton-Orange County. Hot Wheels, NASCAR, NHRA & Johnny
Lightning Collectible Show. Rack & Cue Billiards, 7520 Katella Ave. SH:
9am-2pm, A: $2., under 12 free. Ron, PH: 909-902-0217.

Jun 10 2007 CT, Middletown. Toy Show. Eagles Club, 64 Stack St. SH:
8:30am-11:30pm, A: Free. PH: 860-304-4933.

Jun 10 2007 CT, Durham. 26th Annual Toy Show. Commercial Exhibits Bldg.,
Fairgrounds, Main St. SH: 9am-2pm, T: 8¹, A: $5. Matchbox USA, 62 Saw Mill
Rd., Durham, CT 06422.

Jun 10 2007 FL, . South Florida Collectible Toy Show. American Legion Hall,
171 S.W. 2nd St. SH: 10am-2pm, A: $2., kids under 12 free. Terry
561-734-7543, Bill 954-785-5163, Drew 954-725-8536.

Jun 8-10 2007 IA, Cedar Rapids. Toy Show. Lindale Mall. SH: Fri. & Sat.
10am-9pm, Sun. 12noon-6pm, T: 40, A: free. Tim Belk, 2811 Joplin St.,
Joplin, MO 64804. PH: 417-781-4422.

Jun 10 2007 MI, Clawson. World of Collectibles Show. Knights of Columbus
Hall, 870 N. Main St. SH: 10am-4pm, A: $2., under 5 free. Mario,
PH:248-351-0870, Mike, PH: 248-714-5493.

Jun 9 2007 NJ, Cherry Hill. Toy Show. Venue (Hall-Hotel-Fairground-Holiday
Inn), Rt. 70 & Sayer Ave. SH: 10am-4pm, T: 45. Last Century, PO Box 33,
Allenwood, NJ 08720. PH: 908-670-9387 or www.lastcentury.net

Jun 10 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.

Jun 9-10 2007 NC, Greensboro. 29th Triad Antique & Coll. Toy, Doll & NASCAR
Show. Coliseum Complex Special Events Ctr., I-40, Exit 217 High Point Rd.
SH: Sat. 9am-4pm, Sun. 10am-4pm, T: 400, A: $6., 15 & under free, $9.
weekend pass. Inside Pitch Promos., PH: 919-553-4285 or www.insidepitch.com

7:00AM - EST   

  Best And Worst Video Games At GamePro

  This is worth a peek- a neat compilation of some classic video game and
  console ads..

7:00AM - EST   

  Happy Birthday Qui-Gon

  The wise one who taught us how to quiet our minds is 55 today.  Best wishes
  to Liam from BTDT!

7:00AM - EST   

  "This House... Is Clean... "

  The 80s cinema hit Poltergeist turned 25 this week.  Funny thing is, this is one of
  the first movies I ever got to see on HBO (dating myself).

  Check out this theatre playing the film in honor of the anniversary.. And if you
  happen to have the film, pop it in and try to count how many Star Wars toys
  you see!

9:00PM - EST   

  SciFi Review: Star Wars Roleplay - Saga Edition

  See what scifi.com has to say about the newest SW roleplay game to hit stores...

8:00PM - EST   

  Star Wars Original Radio Broadcast @ NPR.org

  NPR is celebrating the 30th anniversary of Star Wars by making the original radio
  broadcast available.  Click here for more info.

8:00PM - EST   

  15 Minutes Of Fame - Be An EXTRA In IJ4!

  There's an open casting call in New Haven next week. The work: being an extra
  in the Indy 4 chase sequence where Indy *tears through campus on a
  motorcycle.* (spoiler)
 
  Shooting will take place in New Haven between June 28 and July 7. You must be
  18 or older and bring a headshot (photo; don't expect to get it back) with you
  to the casting call.

  Organizer: Billy Dowd Casting
  Dates: Monday June 11 and Tuesday June 12
  Time: Between 1.00 p.m and 9 p.m both days
  Where: The Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale

  Thanks goes out to Raider Reader for the heads up!

10:00PM - EST   

  Spy Hunter - The Movie?

  Should be interesting to see how they turn this video game into a full-blown
  movie. We'll see.  It worries me though to see a pic of The Rock next to the
  article...

10:00PM - EST   

  Allposters Update - Star Wars Deals

  AllPosters.com has several Star Wars Standup Posters starting at $34.99. Plus,
  apply coupon code "FSJUNE" to get free shipping. Yoda with Lightsaber - Episode
  III for $34.99 shipped free after coupon. Coupon code "BLKWH20" takes 20% off;
  however, you cannot stack coupons.

* Boba Fett for $34.99 shipped free;
* Princess Leia - Slave Girl for $34.99 shipped free; and
* Talking R2-D2 for $49.99 shipped free.
* Several other Star Wars characters are available in the "Standups" category under "Specialty Products".

  Thanks goes out to BTDT reader C-Twin for the update!

10:00PM - EST   

  Bye Bye BSG

  It has been confirmed that the upcoming fourth season will be the last installment
  of the series.  This is sad news to have to provide, as we here at BTDT know of
  quite a few dedicated fans of this show.  We extend our sympathies...

7:00AM - EST   

  Droids Mungo Baobab Proto Figure On eBay

  If you're looking for a rare piece to add to your Star Wars toy collection, just
  go here and click BID..

  And if you're looking for authenticity, check this image from the 1986
  International Toy Fair catalog- just a sample of things to find in the
  BTDT archives.

7:00AM - EST   

  For Those Who Say "They're Just Toys"

  A recent auction of antique toys by Bertoia Auctions brought the house a total
  of $1.8MM in sales.  A tidy sum for a bunch of old toys people took for granted
  at some point in their lives...  "Rememberrrr" - Spock, Star Trek II

7:00AM - EST