Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 1999/02/19

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Subject: Re: [Leica] MALUG REGISTRATION NOTICE: PLZ READ!
From: "bob burgess" <boburgess@erols.com>
Date: Fri, 19 Feb 1999 15:30:56 -0500

I left a message at the phone number.  Just in case, I would like to attend
the LUG meeting on the 27th.

What do you need from me and how do I register?

Thanks,

Bob Burgess

Robert Burgess
1713 Forest Lane
McLean, Virginia  22101

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>From: CAMRALUGGR@aol.com
>To: leica-users@mejac.palo-alto.ca.us
>Subject: [Leica] MALUG REGISTRATION NOTICE: PLZ READ!
>Date: Fri, Feb 19, 1999, 3:07 PM
>

> Hello to all --
>
> Francois Brunelle, Bill Caldwell and I are delighted to report that
> arrangements for the  MALUG event on Saturday, 2/27 are now complete and we
> are eager to welcome LUGers and LUGer "wannabes" to the Marriott Wardman Park
> in Washington, D.C.  We believe that the agenda schedule and topics permit
> outstanding opportunities for all in attendance to learn, share and contribute
> to the wealth of Leica knowlege, technique and fellowship in the best spirit
> of the LUG.
>
> For those of you who have not yet confirmed your participation, please let us
> hear from you right away!  The registration fee of $35 includes a terrific
> lunch, a roll of Kodak film and (best of all) a Tom Abrahamson Softie to the
> first 30 registrants.  The featured presenters are well worth the price of
> admission, and all of us look forward to each individual attendees' thoughts
> and comments throughout the day.  I have secured a special rate for Friday
> night, 2/26 of $99 (plus tax) for those who wish to arrive the night before,
> so please email me if you would like a reservation.
>
>  8:30 -  9:30   "Leica Today"  Where is our favorite company going...and how!
>  9:30 - 10:30   Leica Historical Society:  Bill Bivens will present on vintage
> and                                 wartime Leicas, and the heritage and
> modern value of LHSA
> 10:30 - 11:15  Swap Meet and Dealers Showcase:  Here's the chance to buy and
>        sell new and not-so-new.  Bring what you'd like to swap or sell.
> 11:15 - 12:00  Documentary Photography:  Grace Taylor will present her
> critically-       acclaimed  images made during her "ideal day"  in a central
> Mexican               village which have resulted in two major gallery
> exhibitions in            Washington.  Grace photographs in B&W and favors an
> M6 with             35mm aspherical.
> 12:00 -  1:00   LUNCHEON & GUEST SPEAKER:  Sal DiMarco will share his      
> experiences as a photojournalist who has used both M and R Leicas   
> for over 40 years during his distinguished career as a contributor to     
> Time, Life, Forbes and numerous other magazines.  Currently a         contract
> photographer with Black Star photo agency, he is in high        demand for
> portraits of industry leaders featured in high-tech trade        journals.
>  1:00 -  3:30    MALUG Shoot Out:   The neighborhood surrounding the Hotel is
>         famous for its architecture, park-like setting and proximity to the
>         National Zoo, and abounds with interesting and worthwhile subjects of
>        photographic interest.  Rules to be announced at lunch.
>  3:30 -  5:00    SLIDE SHOW:  Attendees are invited to bring 3-5 slides to
> share with        the group. 
>
> As you can see, this is going to be a terrific event and all of us here hope
> you will make plans to attend.  If you have any questions, please email me or
> give me a call at 202-328-2982.  If you have to leave a voice mail, I will
> call you back!
>
> Best regards -- Mike