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I've just had the pleasure of speaking with Robin "Slimer in Ghostbusters II" Shelby. She tells me she's been applying to DragonCon as a guest for the past few years but hasn't had any luck. She's delightful to talk to and always great with the fans so I was curious if we had the pull to try and get her in next year.

I know we managed to bring in Ernie Hudson a couple years back so I figure it's worth asking about.
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By Chace
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We have been trying for the past 3 years to get her there.

The problem is the programming track that Ghostbusters is a part of if one of the larger tracks and the funds for getting people here, geating them a room, and any appearance fees are split through the track.

It is DC's opinion that Robin would not be enough of a draw to take money away from the other tracks.

They agreed to have her as a guest professional, meaning she would have a pass and panel, but travel and room would be on her dime.

So yes we have tried and will continue to do so.
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By Borzou
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And now the moment you've all been waiting for.....

The 2015 ZKT Scavenger Hunt

-Written by our gamemaster, xxxEctoxxx

FIRST PRIZE: HEAVY PROPS METAL GUN BODY

SECOND PRIZE: GBFANS LIGHT AND SOUND KIT

THIRD PRIZE: CRYSTAL HEAD VODKA SIGNED BY DAN AYKROYD

I've got to get a sneak peak of the challenges this year and they are tough! Game starts on Thursday and ends on Sunday morning.

_______________________________


We will also be raffling tons of giveaways at the dinner (Mellow Mushroom) and :crunch: awards, so do come by. As always, please refrain from bringing proton packs to the restaurant as there is not enough room to accommodate us AND our gear.

Also I would like to take the time to thank Heavy Props' Crix, GB Fan's AJ Quick, and Craig Goldberg​ for contributing the majority of the prizes this year.

In addition, I would like to thank Jacob Walsh​ for contributing this year's art.

I would like to thank Heavy Props again for making the Crunch Awards this year, FOR FREE! :cool:




Anyways, I have to go finish my costumes. I hope to see you all in Hotlanta. :nicejobyoudid:
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By Chace
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This is HELLA long, but its all the info on the parade lineup FOR THE MARCHERS.

If you have an approved Ecto (we were limited on slots so it was done first come first served) that info is coming soon.

As always parade ribbons for the Ghostbusters will be given out at the staging entry point during staging.

STAGING ON PARADE MORNING, SATURDAY, 9/5

STAGING LOCATION: Parking lot of the North Avenue Presbyterian Church at
the intersection of Peachtree Street NE and North Avenue. The address is
607 Peachtree Street NE.

This location is approximately ½ mile (8 blocks) North of the Hyatt
Regency’s front door. The North Avenue MARTA station within 1.5 blocks of
the church.

We have arranged a shuttle service loop to Staging. Pick up every 15
minutes at , starting at AM and continuing until the last shuttle departs
at AM.

TIME: Staging (line-up) 8:00 AM until 9:45 AM

IF YOU ARE DRIVING A VEHICLE IN THE PARADE: Be there NO LATER THAN 9:00
AM.

Parade team members will assist you in positioning/parking your
car/truck/van/float/bus for integration into the parade once we roll.
Motorcycles, bicycles, scooters and other like vehicles will be staged
with the rider in the marcher’s parade unit.

If you are driving an over sized vehicle or towing a float or trailer, we
would greatly appreciate it if you got to staging as early as possible.

A separate post will be made with more vehicle staging details.

IF YOU ARE WALKING IN THE PARADE: Be there NO LATER THAN 9:45 AM. Parade team members will direct you to the location of your parade unit.

There is one staging entry point for all participants on Peachtree Street,
the gate of the parking lot. Wristbands and badges must be visible when
you enter.

The attached "2015 Participant Staging Map FINAL" will point you to the
approximate location your section will be lining up in the staging area.
When looking at the map, keep in mind the staging area is on two (2)
levels this year: the “Street Level Parking Lot” (where everyone enters)
and the “Lower Level Garage.”

Once in the staging area, please follow the directions of the Parade team.
One of us will tell you where you should stand (where your assigned parade
section is being staged) if marching or where to park your parade vehicle
(drivers, please stay with your vehicle). Dragon Con Security and the
Atlanta PD are also on the ground to assist.

It's noisy and often hard to hear what's being said while we're staging
and then moving the parade out. We sometime yell telling you to "move!" or
something similar. Please be assured we aren't yelling because we're rude
or cranky or angry...it's just so you can hear us, especially when there’s
a sense of urgency and something needs to happen quickly. We love,
appreciate and value the safety of you all, honest!

Once your parade section has been called, any vehicles assigned to your
section will be integrated into your section as we launch.

********************
THE PARADE

START TIME: 10:00 AM

The route is approximately 9/10ths mile long. There is a slight incline
on Peachtree Street. There is one downhill on Andrew Young
International Blvd. The parade ends at the Marriott Marquis on Peachtree
Center Avenue.

At the end of the parade route, marchers will be directed into the
Marriott via the front driveway and vehicles will be directed to continue
on Peachtree Center Avenue.

Do NOT stop in the block in front of the Marriott, please. Parade vehicles
can proceed to the next block where they can temporarily park to offload
or tear down, if needed. If you do not need to change anything on your
vehicles, please continue on Peachtree Center and follow the directions of
the APD as they move you out of the area.

Bottled water will be provided in the staging area and at the end of the
parade route. If you grab a bottle of water during staging, please do NOT
pick up another bottle at the end of the route. Please take only ONE
bottle of water to ensure all parade participants can have some water. If
possible, bring your own or have a supply waiting for you at the end of
the parade.

The parade is usually over - last person in the parade arrives at the
Marriott – between 11:30 & 11:45 AM. Depending on where your parade
section is in the line-up, you should get there between 10:30 and 11:30
AM.

Please do not designate the end of the parade area as a meet-up spot for
friends. It’s crowded and crazy and we’re trying to literally thousands
of parade participants through the area and off the street.

********************
Most important to remember:

You must be a member of Dragon Con to participate in the parade. Badges
and wristbands must be worn and visible on parade morning. (Some
exceptions may apply and have been approved prior to the convention.)

NO ADVERTISING AND/OR PROMOTION of commercial enterprises is permitted in
the parade without prior and express written approval from Dragon Con
Senior Management.

WEAPONS as part of your costume must be peace-bonded by Dragon Con
Security BEFORE the parade.

REMEMBER YOUR AUDIENCE - we represent everything that is wonderful about
Dragon Con. The crowds that watch and enjoy the parade are filled with
children waiting for a glimpse of their favorite characters and heroes. We
are the very public face of Dragon Con. Please don’t do or say anything
that reflects poorly on yourself or the convention.

We are a POLITICS-FREE ZONE. No campaigning or protesting or demonstrating

Dragon Con reserves the right to remove anyone and anything from the
parade, at any time and without prior notice, deemed offensive, dangerous
or otherwise inappropriate for the event.

HAVE FUN!!!!!!!!!

Questions or concerns, contact me prior to the convention at
dc_parade@dragoncon.org.

THANKS TO ALL OF YOU for making this year’s very special once again - SEE
YOU AT CON!!!!
JP
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Director, Dragon Con Parade and the incredible volunteer team and who make
this happen: Heather, Chaz, Kris, Jennifer, Toni, Craige, Gary, Kelly, and
Annie
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By Chace
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Parade Info for those bringing an Ecto!

This year we have 1.5 hours before parade launch to get everyone into
place. ALL parade vehicles, except as otherwise noted below in this mail,
need to be at the staging area by 9:15 AM on Saturday morning, September
5. Please let me know if you anticipate NOT being able to meet this
window.

Our staging area is at the North Avenue Presbyterian Church, located at
the intersection of Peachtree Street NE and North Avenue. The address is
607 Peachtree Street NE. It is approximately ½ mile North of the host
hotels, near the Fox Theater.

The vehicle staging takes place on Peachtree Street, in the block between
Linden and North Avenues.

We will be providing a dashboard sign to (hopefully) minimize any
confusion on the part of the APD while you are traveling to staging and
away from the end of the parade, should your vehicle not be entirely
“street legal.” Those can be picked up with your wristbands at our parade
Check-In table in the Sheraton.

When you arrive at your designated entry point for staging, tell the
parade team member positioned there who you are and which parade section
you are in and they'll direct you into place. Please note there may be
some waiting on the ‘approach’ to get into the area however we will move
things into place as quickly as possible.

Only drivers and passengers may stay with the vehicle. Once you have been
guided to your space, there may be some additional, slight movement (a few
feet here and there) to accommodate getting everyone into place.

Marchers and vehicles will be merged into appropriate parade sections at
the launch point on Peachtree Street, please be ready to move when
directed to do so by a parade team member.

When you reach the end of the parade route at the Marriott, you will be
directed continue to move to the next block where, if needed, you may
briefly park to unload or do some basic tear down. If you don’t require
either of those, please continue down Peachtree Center Avenue to clear the
area as quickly as possible. There is NO STOPPING/PARKING in the block of
Peachtree Center Avenue that fronts the Marriott.

STAGING ENTRY POINTS AND APPROACH STREETS:

The Ectomobiles should enter the staging area FROM NORTH AVENUE via
'approach streets' of West Peachtree Street or Spring Street:

If you are trailering in your parade vehicle, there may be very limited
parking around the area for your rigs during the parade. Please be careful
where you chose to park in the area as some lots are private and will
immediately boot unauthorized vehicles. Also keep in mind that if you park
your trailer near staging, it will not be convenient to where the parade
ends. It might be a better strategy to drop off/get into place and then
park your trailer closer to the host hotel area. There is a shuttle that
will run between the back of the Marriott and the North Avenue staging
area in a continuous loop between 7 AM and 10 AM, or MARTA is another
option for getting back to the staging area, The North Street station is
the closest.

The URL for the
Google Maps satellite view of the area is:
https://www.google.com/maps/@33.770652, ... a=!3m1!1e3

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