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I had to choose between doing one or the other cons. I just did Steel
City and I have been doing Pittsburgh alot longer so I will be a guest
at the Pittsburgh Comicon. All of the promoters are extremely nice and
very thoughtful of their guests it was a hard decision. Maybe Dominic
and Renee could think up a neat idea of maybe having some short of
shuttle bus between the two shows?

Don Pedicini Jr.


--- In pittscomicon@yahoogroups.com, DUGGER <dugger_rockz@...> wrote:
>
> I emailed Dominic, He was seriously limited, Im with you  on this
though, but i can see where it is different enough to possibly still
draw. Hell I may actually run up on saturday from the con. best of
both worlds in one day, lol
>
>
>
>
> ________________________________
> From: batmiteforever <batmiteforever@...>
> To: pittscomicon@yahoogroups.com
> Sent: Wednesday, October 29, 2008 10:19:45 PM
> Subject: [pittscomicon] Same three days?
>
>
> Why!!!??? I just saw Steel city con's website is saying the same dates
> for the three days of Comicon. Sigh....could' nt have even a week or
two
> apart?
>

--- In pittscomicon@yahoogroups.com, "batmiteforever"
<batmiteforever@...> wrote:
>
> Why!!!??? I just saw Steel city con's website is saying the same
dates
> for the three days of Comicon. Sigh....could'nt have even a week or
two
> apart?
>

As always and God willing I will be their for my fans and the Make-A-
Wish foundation however,this is the most unintelligent business move
I have ever heard of. It's not going to take any of the guests away
from Comicon but it will split both shows attendance thus hurting
both shows in the specific cross over of fans that both share. I
can't believe that Steel City was not offered an alternative date.
It's my understanding that Pitt Con's dates have been set in stone
since April.

What on earth was Steel City thinking? The economy sucks as it is, in
PA. Neither show can flourish without the max attendance allocated
for one show at a time.

Bad business decision.

I'm in Monroeville all 3 days for Comicon. I know I could still
drive over to Steel City but I look forward ALL YEAR for this show.
So unless they book some artist or guest so monumental I'll wait for
the other two shows they put on. Ed's right the economey is bad and
this is not good for either show.... --- In
pittscomicon@yahoogroups.com, "Ed Beard Jr." <artofedbeard@...> wrote:
>
> --- In pittscomicon@yahoogroups.com, "batmiteforever"
> <batmiteforever@> wrote:
> >
> > Why!!!??? I just saw Steel city con's website is saying the same
> dates
> > for the three days of Comicon. Sigh....could'nt have even a week
or
> two
> > apart?
> >
>
> As always and God willing I will be their for my fans and the Make-
A-
> Wish foundation however,this is the most unintelligent business
move
> I have ever heard of. It's not going to take any of the guests away
> from Comicon but it will split both shows attendance thus hurting
> both shows in the specific cross over of fans that both share. I
> can't believe that Steel City was not offered an alternative date.
> It's my understanding that Pitt Con's dates have been set in stone
> since April.
>
> What on earth was Steel City thinking? The economy sucks as it is,
in
> PA. Neither show can flourish without the max attendance allocated
> for one show at a time.
>
> Bad business decision.
>

I dont like it anymore than any of you, but the shuttle idea is
actually really good. But, instead of complaining, has anyone else
asked the fine folks from Steel City Con why it had to be this way? Im
sure there is no spite involved.
I for one hope it works out well for everyone, and Id like to be able
to go to both shows, to be honest after one full day at the PCC youve
pretty much seen it all, an yeah its fun anyway, but the chance to go
to something that is slightly different and covers even more hobby
like areas and meet some cool guests an crazy stuff.
I give the SCC some credit, they get some different people each time
every 4 or 5 months.
Im not trying to stir the pot, But Id like to see a shuttle or bus
available to give all of us another option.

Dugger, no pot to stir I'm sure they had their reasons and would
rather
not be in direct competion. But on some level people are going to
make
a hard choice and neither show is going to offer a shuttle to the
others show and risk your patrons staying and spending all their cash
at
someone elses show. It's just unfortunate and I hope both shows do
well
but I will not do both. Thats not a knock on SCC I've lost count how
many of their shows I've been to, but just a couple weeks ago I had
to
decide do I go to Mid Ohio con or Screaming Tiki con and they were a
week apart and I still could only hit one. By all means do both if
you
can, I just think not everyone can or will.--- In
pittscomicon@yahoogroups.com, "dugger_rockz" <dugger_rockz@...> wrote:
>
> I dont like it anymore than any of you, but the shuttle idea is
> actually really good. But, instead of complaining, has anyone else
> asked the fine folks from Steel City Con why it had to be this way?
Im
> sure there is no spite involved.
> I for one hope it works out well for everyone, and Id like to be
able
> to go to both shows, to be honest after one full day at the PCC
youve
> pretty much seen it all, an yeah its fun anyway, but the chance to
go
> to something that is slightly different and covers even more hobby
> like areas and meet some cool guests an crazy stuff.
> I give the SCC some credit, they get some different people each time
> every 4 or 5 months.
> Im not trying to stir the pot, But Id like to see a shuttle or bus
> available to give all of us another option.
>

First off, I want to announce that I'll be doing art for another Star
Wars set coming soon, first got to finish Indy.

Second, it takes 15 minutes from the old showcase theatre off of
Kingston Dr, which is across the street from Sears, (down 3 miles
from the expo mart ), to get to the PISA.

I made the trip 3 days in a row as my first time being a guest for
Dominic. But!, since I am only doing the PCC. I will however, do the
next show for Dom if he asks after Pitt.

With a little more signage, and by April most of the construction
near the toll exit 48 should be done, the next few shows shouldn't be
bad at all.

I want to make the inaugeral show at the new Expo Mart something
special.

Third, and this is me pimping my own stuff again, I have copies of a
new print for sale. go to http://norvandell.deviantart.com and look
at Princess Leia Redux. Its an 18x12 on a felt style paper, only
20.00 and I pay for shipping.

I'll also have one pre done Secret Wars sketch cover and a blank
cover for Pitt available. I'll have a more complete list of new stuff
for the show, but the Leia print is ready now for any takers, 15 left.

Tod

Als Valley Insulation, recently insulated my house. They did a fine
job on the insulation, but I've come to find out that certain
employees with AL'S VALLEY INSULATION has sticky fingers. They stole
jewelry, and medication. I know this seems like a bold move on my
part, but bottom line is I recently had surgery which causes me a
great deal of pain, they took my meds, they also took over 12 rings of
my parents and a watch that was the first piece of jewelry my dad ever
purchased for my mom 45 years ago. Now its long gone and they are
being total assholes. PLEASE beware if you hire this company to do
work for you, hide your medication and valuables.

I ask that anyone that doesnt want to see this happen to yourself or
others  to feel free to repost this. TELL YOUR FRIENDS AND NEIGHBORS

I know this isnt the place to air my dirty  laundry, but I hate a
thief, and the fact that they stole something from my parents
belongings burns my ass more than I can express.

I apologize to anyone this offends, but I really needed to vent.

Folks,

Just wanted to spread the word that the Michigan State Court of
Appeals upheld Judge Biernat's decision to grant Michael a new trial.
  If anyone is interested, the court transcript of that hearing is
posted at fatrepublicanclub.wordpress.com.

Just for clarification, the transcript referred to below is the
transcript of the September 12, 2008 hearing before Judge Biernat, not
the transcript before the State Court of Appeals.  I read through the
entire transcript and feel embarrassed that I didn't make the
connection sooner.  I work as a court stenographer and have done so
for the better part of five years now, and noted that pages one and
two were missing, so it took a little longer for everything to click.

Anywho, thank you for this transcript.  I think it proves that Judge
Biernat still has a firm grasp over his courtroom and intends to be
fair in the upcoming new trial.

--- In pittscomicon@yahoogroups.com, "uss_escort" <uss_escort@...> wrote:
>
> Folks,
>
> Just wanted to spread the word that the Michigan State Court of
> Appeals upheld Judge Biernat's decision to grant Michael a new trial.
>  If anyone is interested, the court transcript of that hearing is
> posted at fatrepublicanclub.wordpress.com.
>

Thanks for the post and update. Maybe this time he can get a trial out
of that juristiction and away from the DA's linch mob and into a somwaht
inteligent jury.

Ed
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Yeah, sorry axxin.  I should have made that a bit clearer.  It is the
transcript of the hearing before Judge Biernat, where the Judge
originally granted Michael a new trial.  It is not the decision of the
Appellate Court.  I did not include the first two or the last page of
the transcript due to my discomfort of posting the addresses of the
parties involved and the signatures of the Court Reporter and Court Clerk.

--- In pittscomicon@yahoogroups.com, "axxinjaxxin" <axxinjaxxin@...>
wrote:
>
> Just for clarification, the transcript referred to below is the
> transcript of the September 12, 2008 hearing before Judge Biernat, not
> the transcript before the State Court of Appeals.  I read through the
> entire transcript and feel embarrassed that I didn't make the
> connection sooner.  I work as a court stenographer and have done so
> for the better part of five years now, and noted that pages one and
> two were missing, so it took a little longer for everything to click.
>
> Anywho, thank you for this transcript.  I think it proves that Judge
> Biernat still has a firm grasp over his courtroom and intends to be
> fair in the upcoming new trial.
>
> --- In pittscomicon@yahoogroups.com, "uss_escort" <uss_escort@> wrote:
> >
> > Folks,
> >
> > Just wanted to spread the word that the Michigan State Court of
> > Appeals upheld Judge Biernat's decision to grant Michael a new trial.
> >  If anyone is interested, the court transcript of that hearing is
> > posted at fatrepublicanclub.wordpress.com.
> >
>

----- Original Message -----

From: George Zelznak

To: pittscomicon@yahoogroups.com

Sent: Monday, November 17, 2008 11:38 AM

Subject: [pittscomicon] OT: My list of Yahoo Groups

Hi,

You can see a list of my groups on Grouply at the link below. Maybe you'll find some you want to join.

George

Here's the link:
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Do you think Steel City Con is in deep doo doo?  I do.

Here's the message I got from the promoters:

Steel City Con
TOY, COMIC & POP CULTURE CONVENTION!


BREAKING NEWS!

PITTSBURGH INDOOR SPORTS AREA (PISA)

SHOW HOURS:
FRI  2-7pm , SAT 10am-5pm, SUN 10am-4pm

GENERAL ADMISSION IS ONLY $10
3 DAY PASS ONLY $20


www.steelcitycon.com
               BREAKING NEWS!


BREAKING NEWS:      Orangestone Promotions, Inc., has announced a
search for a new owner of the STEEL CITY CON!

ARE YOU INTERESTED IN OWNING ONE OF THE TOP 5 TOY & COMIC CONVENTIONS
IN THE UNITED STATES?

The Steel City Con is nationally recognized for being a premiere
convention in the world of pop culture.

CAN YOU AFFORD TO BUY THIS SHOW?  The answer is YES.  Typically when a
company sells its business the asking price is always 4-5 times the
annual revenue of the business. Since the current owner has an
opportunity that he would like to immediately pursue the asking price
will be LESS THAN ONE (1) year revenue which quite frankly is a steal.
  For all the details you may contact us with the information below.

Most of you have been to the Steel City Con and have seen the massive
crowds, the huge amount of dealers, the great events and amazing
selection of celebrities! This is a great investment!

PLEASE DON'T WAIT ... CONTACT US TODAY!

If you are interested please contact us at info@...    or
(412) 213-0224

Please note:  Serious Inquires Only.

http://www.steelcitycon.com

I don't know about doo doo, deep or otherwise.  They had a message on
their website or somewhere that they were trying to sell the show at
least a year ago.  I don't know the whys or wherefores, but this isn't
something new.


On Nov 17, 2008, at 11:11 PM, axxinjaxxin wrote:

>

Awhile back there was a request for who would you like to see at
Pittsburgh. After a little thought, it occurred to me that the
Avengers/Invaders limited "should" be ending around the time of
the '09 Con!

So.....why not celebrate with a guest list of creators that have left
their mark on this team up and the Invaders series of the 70's, 90's
and earlier this century.

From the Frankly "most" Fabulous run:
Roy Thomas
John Romita Sr.
Frank Springer
Alan Kupperberg
Dick Ayers
Rich Buckler
Don Glut
Ernie Chan
Joe Sinnott
Rick Hoberg
Allen Milgrom

Current Limited Series:
Jim Kreuger
Alex Ross (one can dream)
Steven Sadowski

The 2000's version:
Chuck Austen
Allan Jacobsen
C.P. Smith
Scott Kolins
Jorge Lucas

90's  series and regular Con attendee:
Dave Hoover

Imagine the panels, the lines, the memories!

I don't know about anyone else, but the Invaders have always been a
favorite of mine. This would certainly be a Fan-MAN's dream lineup!

I certainly hope I have not missed anyone, I did a little
preliminary "wiki" searches....and I believe that all those listed
are thankfully still with us.

So how about it.....? Let's show them some 'Burgh hospitality and
thank them for the memories they have already provided!!!!

Let the call go out "Okay Pittsburgh, Here We Come"!!!

This was in the Trib thursday and can be seen on their website.  No
mention of doo doo.

http://www.pittsburghlive.com/x/pittsburghtrib/business/s_599259.html


Steel City Con promoter to sell pop culture show
By Ron DaParma
TRIBUNE-REVIEW
Thursday, November 20, 2008


It's not for lack of success that Dominic Alessandria has decided to
sell his popular Steel City Con toy and pop culture convention business.

In fact, a relocation this year from the ExpoMart in Monroeville to a
larger space at the Pittsburgh Indoor Sports Arena in Harmar helped to
make the most recent event in late October one of the largest in the
show's 19-year history, he said Wednesday.

The three-day show had more than 200 exhibitors displaying items at
more than 500 tables -- about 100 more than recent shows at the
smaller Monroeville site -- said Alessandria, who is seeking buyers.


He is the sole owner and promoter of the convention, which he runs two
to three times each year through his company Orangestone Promotions
Inc., based in Ross. He said the shows have attracted between 3,000
and 4,500 people each.

At the Harmar site, it has more than 90,000 square feet of space to
display such items as new and vintage toys, comic books, sci-fi/horror
toys, and television, movie and sports memorabilia. That's about three
times the space it had at the ExpoMart.

"The show next year will celebrate its 20-year anniversary and is the
largest of its kind in Pennsylvania and one of the top five shows in
the country. But for personal reasons, I think it's time to move on,"
he said.

Alessandria, who once served as general manager for a major retail
department store, said he has decided to pursue another opportunity in
retailing that he declined to disclose.

Steel City Con is a profitable business, drawing revenue from gate
receipts and fees charged to vendors for table space, he said, without
disclosing specifics.

"The show is priced to sell quickly," Alessandria said. "Typically
when a company sells a business the asking price is usually four to
five times the annual revenue, but I'm only seeking a price equal to
less than one year's revenue."

He declined to disclose an asking price. But more than 30 parties have
already contacted him, Alessandria said.

"I think people will be interested," said Kelly Simon of Kelly Simon
Promotions in Westmoreland County.

Simon produces a number of home, law enforcement and other trade shows
at the Laurel Highlands Event Center at the Westmoreland Mall Annex at
Westmoreland Mall.










--- In pittscomicon@yahoogroups.com, "axxinjaxxin" <axxinjaxxin@...>
wrote:
>
> Do you think Steel City Con is in deep doo doo?  I do.
>
> Here's the message I got from the promoters:
>
> Steel City Con
> TOY, COMIC & POP CULTURE CONVENTION!
>
>
> BREAKING NEWS!
>
> PITTSBURGH INDOOR SPORTS AREA (PISA)
>
> SHOW HOURS:
> FRI  2-7pm , SAT 10am-5pm, SUN 10am-4pm
>
> GENERAL ADMISSION IS ONLY $10
> 3 DAY PASS ONLY $20
>
>
> www.steelcitycon.com
>               BREAKING NEWS!
>
>
> BREAKING NEWS:      Orangestone Promotions, Inc., has announced a
> search for a new owner of the STEEL CITY CON!
>
> ARE YOU INTERESTED IN OWNING ONE OF THE TOP 5 TOY & COMIC CONVENTIONS
> IN THE UNITED STATES?
>
> The Steel City Con is nationally recognized for being a premiere
> convention in the world of pop culture.
>
> CAN YOU AFFORD TO BUY THIS SHOW?  The answer is YES.  Typically when a
> company sells its business the asking price is always 4-5 times the
> annual revenue of the business. Since the current owner has an
> opportunity that he would like to immediately pursue the asking price
> will be LESS THAN ONE (1) year revenue which quite frankly is a steal.
>  For all the details you may contact us with the information below.
>
> Most of you have been to the Steel City Con and have seen the massive
> crowds, the huge amount of dealers, the great events and amazing
> selection of celebrities! This is a great investment!
>
> PLEASE DON'T WAIT ... CONTACT US TODAY!
>
> If you are interested please contact us at info@...    or
> (412) 213-0224
>
> Please note:  Serious Inquires Only.
>
> http://www.steelcitycon.com
>

I just called the Radisson in Monroeville because I noticed that their
online booking was offline.

I got a recorded message stating that the Radisson is undergoing
renovation and will be closed until early 2009.  They are still
accepting space bookings until November 30th.

Hope that helps anyone trying to make early reservations for Comicon.

Rich

Problem with the Rad, is that they will be a high class hoity toity
joint, one of those several hundred dollar a night places.

This is from my wifes cousin who lives just blocks away. And as of the
Steel City show when I drove by the Rad, it may be awhile before
anything is going on with them, longer than they say possibly.


--- In pittscomicon@yahoogroups.com, "axxinjaxxin" <axxinjaxxin@...>
wrote:
>
> I just called the Radisson in Monroeville because I noticed that
their
> online booking was offline.
>
> I got a recorded message stating that the Radisson is undergoing
> renovation and will be closed until early 2009.  They are still
> accepting space bookings until November 30th.
>
> Hope that helps anyone trying to make early reservations for Comicon.
>
> Rich
>