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If you're looking for current costuming news, check out News Flash!

  

 The Gasfitter's Ball

bulletBe transported back in time to the 16th century for an evening of period dinner and dance in the time of Sherlock Holmes.  This year's theme is "Holmes and Watson fraternize with the lower classes!"
bulletThis is a costume only event for adults.    
bulletInfo: 818-893-1501 (Jerry).  Saturday, November 2nd.  San Gabriel Valley, South Pasadena Woman's Club
bulletCostumes of the era requested

 Arcadia Fandango

bulletA fund raiser for the new Arcadia Historical Museum. Features live music from Los Californios and a wooden dance floor. The program will be a combination of demonstration dances and public participation. Program runs from 11 AM to 4 PM with three dance sets of approximately 45 minutes. 
bulletInfo: Sunday, November 3rd. Admission $10. San Gabriel Valley,  380 West Huntington Dr., Arcadia. 
bulletDirections: 210 Freeway, Baldwin Ave exit, south. Turn Left onto Huntington Dr. It is at the fork of Campus & Huntington.

 Arabia Exotica 2002: The Wild Heart Speaks

bulletThis is listed as a "Bellydance DreamStories a Go-Go! Dance Fusion Show" that mixes "the colorful, exotic worlds of Fantasy Bellydance, Techno-Trance, Fire Dance,
Hip-Hop, Go-Go dance and Martial Arts".  Lots of amazing costumes
bulletSunday, October 27th, 2002, doors open at 7, show starts at 8, dance party at 10
bulletInfo:: http://www.leelabellydance.com/arabiaexotica.html . Reservations a MUST: (818) 558-0801
bulletGitana Nightclub: 260 E. Magnolia, Burbank
bulletTickets: $15  (21 & over)
bulletWear fantasy costumes, optional

Social Daunce Irregulars Victorian Grand Winter Ball

bulletAttire of the 19th century suggested
bulletScottish Rite Hall in Pasadena
bulletNovember 30, 2002
bullet$25

Escondido Renaissance Faire and "Shakespeare in the Park"

bulletFelicita County Park,  Lane,Escondido
bulletApril 6th & 7th, 2002
bulletNovember 2nd & 3rd, 2002

 

Western Costume - Great Halloween Rental

bulletWestern Costume is only open one time a year for rentals to the general public.  With their collection built from 90 years in film and television costuming, you can be anything you wish from Oct 1 to 31... 
bulletCheck out our Halloween Events section for this and more Halloween fun.

 

Are you a Pirate???

bulletCasting call for Disney's "Pirates Of The Caribbean".
bulletThey're looking for pirate types.
bulletThis is paying gig... check out the details!

ConJose WorldCon Updates

Raffle for the Masquerade Updates

bulletDetails here on how to win a wonderful custom made dancing doll and help the masquerade.

Costumer's Suite Updates

bulletKevin and Andrew are sponsoring a suite at the Fairmont.  They are looking for group and individual  sponsorships.  Please help.
bulletMore information  at their web site:  http://www.bovil.com/conjose/
bulletAlley Cat Scratch's latest news.
bullet It will be  open for 5 days with afternoon and evening.  They are looking for funding both from groups and individuals.  Evening still opened.   (Folks, this is a great even to sponsor.  It gives you a place to meet other costumes while at WorldCon.

Star Trek auction is over, but set new record for prices

Numerous items from Star Trek were auctioned live on Thursday June 27, 2002.  These include many costumes from the Bob Justman Star Trek Auction.   Auction location was the Marriott Hotel at LAX in Los Angeles, CA.   Profiles in History had collected items from many of the original series folk and brought them all together.  

bulletSome bid history: http://www.profilesinhistory.com/hollywood.html
bullet 

Own a piece of TV History - Star Trek auction

Numerous items from Star Trek are to be auctioned live on Thursday June 27, 2002.  These include many costumes from the Bob Justman Star Trek Auction.   Auction location is the Marriott Hotel at LAX in Los Angeles, CA.  Bids also accepted by internet.  Profiles in History have collected items from many of the original series folk and brought them all together.  

OK, most of us are just going to look at the picture, given the recent history of prices that ST:TOS merchandise has fetched.  But... you can do that too.  (Boy, I wish I could prove I own an original tribble!)

bulletOn line details of items offered
bulletCatalog and bid info
bulletMore about the auction. and the sponsor

Shopping Specials

bulletThe Social Daunce Irregulars Costume Garage Sale
bulletThe Social Daunce Irregulars present the return of the original costume garage sale.   Featuring historical costumes, books, fabric and all sorts of stuff from all sorts of costumers, vintage dancers and reinactors.
bulletMay 25, Sat. 8AM-2PM. 
bullet2009 Sierra Pl. Glendale Ca. 91208 (cross street ,Wabasso)

For more information, email sdigaragesale@earthlink.net 

Historic Park needs Volunteers  

bullet"Los Encinos State Historic Park, which was recently reopened after being closed for earthquake repairs, is in the process of rebuilding its  volunteer group. We are in need of men and women of all ages, with an interest in Southern California history, who might be interested in any and all aspects of supporting a historic park.  
bulletThey are having a meeting of current and prospective members of the Los Encinos Docents Association.
bulletSunday, May 19th, from 11 AM to 1 PM 
bulletLos Encinos State Historic Park, 16756 Moorpark Ave, in Encino
bullethttp://www.lahacal.org/losencinos.html

Spontaneous Combustion: The Fusion of Art, Design & Fashion - Long Beach Museum of Art

bulletThe exhibition features the work of 10 FIDM  fashion design students alongside the work of 10 interior design students. Each pair of students is given the same fabric and specifications.
bulletInfo: http://www.lbma.org or (562) 439-2119
bulletMay 11 through June 2, 2002
bullet$5 for adults, $4 students and seniors,  first Friday free.

Titanic Jump Dress up for Auction

bulletNews flash:  "A $35,000 dress worn by actress Kate Winslet in the 1997 blockbuster Titanic will go on the auction block June 12. It's part of an auction of celebrity memorabilia being conducted by Odyssey Auctions, the publisher of Autograph Collector magazine. The post-Victorian style red silk dress is the costume Rose DeWitt Bukater (Winslet) wore as she contemplated jumping overboard because of her hopeless engagement, but then is saved by Jack Dawson (Leonard DiCaprio). The sequin and lace adorned dress cost $35,000 to make, and is accompanied by a letter of authenticity signed by Salvadore Perez, the film's costume manufacturing foreman. Odyssey Auctions is based in Corona, Calif"
bullethttp://www.autographs.com/index.chtml currently (5/13) has the dress on the front page, but rotates featured items.
bulletSee pic of auction dress <here>.

Historic Park needs Volunteers  

bullet"Los Encinos State Historic Park, which was recently reopened after being closed for earthquake repairs, is in the process of rebuilding its  volunteer group. We are in need of men and women of all ages, with an interest in Southern California history, who might be interested in any and all aspects of supporting a historic park.  
bulletThey are having a meeting of current and prospective members of the Los Encinos Docents Association.
bulletSunday, May 19th, from 11 AM to 1 PM 
bulletLos Encinos State Historic Park, 16756 Moorpark Ave, in Encino
bullethttp://www.lahacal.org/losencinos.html

"The Art of Motion Picture Costume Design" - FIDM Museum Gallery

bulletThe 10th annual exhibit this year includes costumes from Lord of the Rings to Moulin Rouge and many in between.  Also displaying Titanic costumes.
bulletFebruary 18 - May 3, 2002.
bulletMore details  <Here>.

Vintage Home Tour and Garden Tea, Upland

bulletApril 21, 2002, Upland
bullet10am to 5pm 
bulletAdvance Tickets: Tour only $16.00; Tea only $8.00; Tour & Tea $22.00. Day Of Event Tickets Tour $18.00. Tea $8.00 
bulletTickets are available with a S.A.S.E. by April 10th to UPLAND HERITAGE P.O. BOX 18285 UPLAND, CA. 91785 
bulletFor more information: 1-909-981-0280 
bulletDocents are NEEDED and get to see the homes for free. Call Alice Palacios 909-981-7760 or email jadel@aviastar.net if you can be a Docent for a half day shift

Vikings: The North Atlantic Saga - Natural History Museum

bulletNot so much costumes, but an amazing display of artifacts and recreations of the long-house saga that brings the Vikings alive.  Weekend storytelling.
bulletCheck their web for special one day events from amber polishing to lectures on the Viking myth and stereotypes. No, they did not wear horns on their helmets.
bulletInfo: www.nhm.org or 213-763-3466
bulletExhibit runs though March 17, 2002
bulletThe Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County is in Exposition Park: 900 Exposition Blvd.

A Victorian Weekend

bulletRiverside Dickens Festival
bulletA street fair at the downtown Riverside mall celebrating the time of Charles Dickens is being held February 1-3, 2002.  There will be living history presentations, vendors, food, much fun and many educational events.
bulletMr Fezziwig's Ball: Saturday, February 2nd.
bulletCostume encourage, but not required.  See Misty's costume hints <here>.
bulletInfo: www.pe.net/dickens or 800-430-4140.

How the West was Worn - Autry Museum

bulletSpeciall exhibit of Cowboy clothing... and they don't just mean buck skins.  See some of the glitz and sequins work from Nudie, the Rodeo Tailor as well.  The exhibit covers the whole spectrum and  features historical clothing broken down into 3 categories:  occupations, celebrity and public.  This is true American Folk costume... in all it's detail.
bulletInfo: www.autry-museum.org or 323-667-2000.
bulletExhibit runs from October 20, 2001 to January 21, 2002.
bulletThe Autry Museum is located on the north-east side of Griffith Park near the zoo.
bulletHurry, Closes January 21.

Costume Con 20 Almost Here!

bulletIf you haven't sent your membership in yet, carry it with you to Australia and join at the door.
bulletSupporting memberships can still be sent in if you want a copy of the Fashion Folio or to support the Aussies.
bulletFor latest accommodation information, send an e-mail to stilskin@netspace.net.au .

Gallifrey One - Science Fiction Masquerade

bulletFebruary 15-18, 2002, Annual
bulletHeld on the Sunday night of the convention at 8:30
bulletThe Airtel Plaza Hotel, Van Nuys
bulletLocal level of competition

Photography from Lord of the Rings

bulletPierre Vinet: A Lord of the Rings Photographic Journey
bulletJanuary 11 though January 19, 2002 only.
bulletInfo: www.track16.com

  New Costume Classes starting on the web

bulletJanuary Classes
bulletCostume Classroom: http://www.costumeclassroom.com
bulletPropriety, Plain and Fancy: Victorian and Edwardian Fashions from Bustle to Gibson Girl
bulletBeginning Bobbin Lacemaking
bulletWomen's Clothing of the American Civil War Period
bulletDress of the Middle-Saxons (600-900AD)
bulletCostumer's Manifesto: http://www.costumes.org/pages/fashiondress/thr355main.htm
bulletHistory of Fashion and Dress
bulletFebruary (and Beyond)
bulletCostume Classroom: http://www.costumeclassroom.com
bulletThey now have classes with certification.
bulletMaking a Kinsale Cloak
bulletA Victorian lady: Make your own Bustle Skirt
bulletIntro to Costume Design for Theater
bulletThe Elegant Lady: Make your own 1910s Tea Gown

If you know of other costuming classes on the web, please write so we can include the information..

Costume Con 20 Future Fashion Design contest has finished. 

bulletFolio will be distributed soon to members of Costume Con 20.
bulletGet your memberships soon!

  Didn't get everything you wanted for the Holidays, New Product  section has some new yummies.

bulletJean Hunnisette's new book is now available 
bulletFind out about Textile resources
bulletSally Queen textile book

Check out these and more  in the  New Products section!

LosCon Masquerade  - by LASFS

bulletNovember 23-25, 2001 - Thanksgiving weekend, Annual
bulletHeld on the Saturday night of the convention.
bulletNovember 24, 2001 at 8:00
bulletMain SF local masquerade for Los Angeles.
bulletBurbank Hilton, right across from the Burbank airport
bulletLocal  level of completion
bulletRuns on the division system
bulletNormally standard ICG rules, but confirm, don't assume.
bulletOfficial Masquerade information link <here>.
bulletYou do not be a member of the convention to participate but contact the masquerade director, Carolyn Louaillier, in advance at masq@loscon.org.  
bulletYou must register by Saturday afternoon to participate.
bulletStage will be a narrow T with long runway.  Plan your presentation accordingly.

Do you want to play a game?

If you do, watch out... this will devour your free time.  Parts of it play in real time.  (Now I'll admit I'm not a big game player but this set of game web sites fascinate.  The accompanying story is compelling.)  You feel for the characters and want to solve it.  If you get hooked... don't say you weren't warned.

bulletThe game is a amazing mystery story and ties into the world of AI, the movie: 
bulletWho is the Jeanine Salla, sentient machine therapist listed in the credits?
bulletThis leads to who killed Evan Chan?
bulletWhich takes the skills of a diverse group of folks on the internet to solve.
bulletSteps to the game are found at www.Cloudmakers.org. 
bulletWe break from the game at www.Troutmakers.org.
bulletThe story summary and game credits are found out at www.JeanineSalla.com 

<Sniff> The game is over but what a ride!  The web sites are still a kick.  We participated in a new form of computer gaming involving the web.  -Thank you Puppet Masters, we loved the ride.

 

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