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drtom1966 · 01-19-2007, 05:22 PM

Hello, fellow UM Fans!

Has anyone on this board ever given thought to putting together a convention of fans for "Unsolved Mysteries"? I've never organized such an event, but perhaps others who post here have some experience with these types of things. Would there be enough interest on the part of us UM diehards to actually have such a convention?

I have been brainstorming and here's some of my thoughts:

1. I think it would be fun to have the convention somewhere where one of the UM segments that remains unsolved took place. Part of the convention could be a bus trip to the site of the mystery, and perhaps arrangements could even be made with some of the family members or law enforcement officials involved to discuss the case with participants.

2. A banquet could be held one evening of the convention that featured a prominent person, such as an author, that had a UM connection. For example, Lisa Marie Kimmell's mother has written a book, or perhaps we could have a speech by Don Deveraux. I'm sure that others have many thoughts about who would make good speakers.

3. One of the things I would hope is that, by having a convention in the location where the unsolved case happened, is that new and renewed attention would be focused upon it, and perhaps new leads could be generated. It would be awesome if a cold case was even solved! So it wouldn't just be an opportunity for us to meet, interact and share our love of UM, but it could have a real positive upside.

4. In addition to the bus trip and banquet, perhaps some individual presentations could be made by some of the most knowledgeable UM fans -- perhaps Crystal Dawn could show some clips of old episodes and provide updates, Kane could do a lecture on a case or two and offer his insights and thoughts, etc., etc. Of course, if we could get persons who actually had involvement in the cases, either family or law enforcement, or have some of the Cogrove-Meurer folks speak, that would be great, too.

5. For the "big finale," we could have a "Grudge Match" panel featuring Bob Bean, Pat Snead, and Danny Wheeler!

Just joking about that one...

Does this sound interesting or worthwhile to anybody besides me? And, if so, is there anyone here who could assist in organizing such an event? I would do whatever I could to help.

Thanks in advance for letting me know!

wiseguy182 · 01-19-2007, 06:25 PM

Well it's a good idea, but it would be really tough to pull off. I would imagine all of the regular posters on here have pretty hectic schedules, plus, for the most part, everyone lives in a different area of the country, so getting it together would be a hassle. It would be nice to meet everyone, though. Somebody awhile back mentioned a UM costume party which I'm sure would be neat too.

The grudge match is a good idea! Anything involving Bob Bean and Sammy Wheeler should be a riot!

mistagee · 01-19-2007, 07:21 PM

Lets have it in Drtoms's backyard!!! Ill bring the potato salad!

drtom1966 · 01-19-2007, 10:50 PM

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Originally Posted by mistagee

Lets have it in Drtoms's backyard!!! Ill bring the potato salad!

Two things, Mistagee:

1. No episodes of UM have taken place in my backyard. If you would like to suggest an appropriate backyard -- say that of John and Linda Sohus -- feel free to do so!

2. I'm sure your potato salad is wonderful, but after the Michael Swango case, I really, really, REALLY have to know someone very well before I'm willing to sample anything they've concocted!

NDAlum2003 · 01-19-2007, 11:25 PM

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Originally Posted by drtom1966

2. I'm sure your potato salad is wonderful, but after the Michael Swango case, I really, really, REALLY have to know someone very well before I'm willing to sample anything they've concocted!

I hear this chick named Marie Hilley makes really good potato salad.

An 80s Guy · 01-19-2007, 11:49 PM

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Originally Posted by NDAlum2003

I hear this chick named Marie Hilley makes really good potato salad.

LOL

drtom1966 · 01-20-2007, 12:25 AM

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Originally Posted by NDAlum2003

I hear this chick named Marie Hilley makes really good potato salad.

If I recall correctly, Marie Hilley is dead. But apparently the new Russian version of the old Soviet KGB took a recipe from her cookbook when they invited then-political candidate (now Ukrainian President) Viktor Yushchenko to dinner.

As far as I know, though, Elizabeth Ortiz is still alive. Perhaps she could hired to cater one of the meals, or at least provide the caterer with her own special recipe for a "power shake."

It's been known to ward off all kinds of ailments, but it apparently lacks the power to drive away unknown men who threaten to take away Jonathan.

justins5256 · 01-20-2007, 01:26 AM

I'll go if crystaldawn goes.

PrettyinPink55 · 01-20-2007, 02:11 AM

That would be awsome!!!!!

LooksLikeCRicci · 01-20-2007, 03:48 AM

We should have the BBQ in Monica Rizzo's backyard.... or did I go too far with that one?

rerungirl · 01-20-2007, 08:11 PM

Michael Swango could also cater breakfast and serve his "special" donuts.

Dislimb · 01-20-2007, 08:21 PM

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Originally Posted by LooksLikeCRicci

We should have the BBQ in Monica Rizzo's backyard.... or did I go too far with that one?

PrettyinPink55 · 01-21-2007, 01:55 AM

Can we all take a midnight drive to see Resurrection Mary?

Dislimb · 01-21-2007, 02:03 AM

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Originally Posted by PrettyinPink55

Can we all take a midnight drive to see Resurrection Mary?

Sorry, I don't do Chicago!

noah82 · 01-21-2007, 02:05 AM

Hold it in Reno, they have an unsolved case out there. I think it's a good idea.

01-19-2007, 05:22 PM	#1
drtom1966 Member Occasional Poster Join Date: Jul 22, 2005 Location: Collinsville, Oklahoma Posts: 28	Unsolved Mysteries Convention? Hello, fellow UM Fans! Has anyone on this board ever given thought to putting together a convention of fans for "Unsolved Mysteries"? I've never organized such an event, but perhaps others who post here have some experience with these types of things. Would there be enough interest on the part of us UM diehards to actually have such a convention? I have been brainstorming and here's some of my thoughts: 1. I think it would be fun to have the convention somewhere where one of the UM segments that remains unsolved took place. Part of the convention could be a bus trip to the site of the mystery, and perhaps arrangements could even be made with some of the family members or law enforcement officials involved to discuss the case with participants. 2. A banquet could be held one evening of the convention that featured a prominent person, such as an author, that had a UM connection. For example, Lisa Marie Kimmell's mother has written a book, or perhaps we could have a speech by Don Deveraux. I'm sure that others have many thoughts about who would make good speakers. 3. One of the things I would hope is that, by having a convention in the location where the unsolved case happened, is that new and renewed attention would be focused upon it, and perhaps new leads could be generated. It would be awesome if a cold case was even solved! So it wouldn't just be an opportunity for us to meet, interact and share our love of UM, but it could have a real positive upside. 4. In addition to the bus trip and banquet, perhaps some individual presentations could be made by some of the most knowledgeable UM fans -- perhaps Crystal Dawn could show some clips of old episodes and provide updates, Kane could do a lecture on a case or two and offer his insights and thoughts, etc., etc. Of course, if we could get persons who actually had involvement in the cases, either family or law enforcement, or have some of the Cogrove-Meurer folks speak, that would be great, too. 5. For the "big finale," we could have a "Grudge Match" panel featuring Bob Bean, Pat Snead, and Danny Wheeler! Just joking about that one... Does this sound interesting or worthwhile to anybody besides me? And, if so, is there anyone here who could assist in organizing such an event? I would do whatever I could to help. Thanks in advance for letting me know!
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01-20-2007, 02:11 AM	#9
PrettyinPink55 Member Forum Celebrity Join Date: Feb 11, 2005 Location: Texas Posts: 24,601	That would be awsome!!!!!
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01-19-2007, 06:25 PM	#2
wiseguy182 Member Forum Veteran Join Date: Apr 11, 2006 Location: Wendy's salad bar Posts: 7,030	Well it's a good idea, but it would be really tough to pull off. I would imagine all of the regular posters on here have pretty hectic schedules, plus, for the most part, everyone lives in a different area of the country, so getting it together would be a hassle. It would be nice to meet everyone, though. Somebody awhile back mentioned a UM costume party which I'm sure would be neat too. The grudge match is a good idea! Anything involving Bob Bean and Sammy Wheeler should be a riot!

01-19-2007, 07:21 PM	#3
mistagee Member Frequent Poster Join Date: Aug 02, 2005 Posts: 114	Lets have it in Drtoms's backyard!!! Ill bring the potato salad!

01-20-2007, 01:26 AM	#8
justins5256 Member Forum 3000 Club Member Join Date: Aug 08, 2002 Posts: 3,866	I'll go if crystaldawn goes.

01-20-2007, 03:48 AM	#10
LooksLikeCRicci Likes to live in a clean house Moderator Forum 4000 Club Member Join Date: Nov 27, 2005 Posts: 4,050	We should have the BBQ in Monica Rizzo's backyard.... or did I go too far with that one?

01-20-2007, 08:11 PM	#11
rerungirl Member Frequent Poster Join Date: Sep 23, 2002 Location: Midwest Posts: 295	Michael Swango could also cater breakfast and serve his "special" donuts.

01-21-2007, 01:55 AM	#13
PrettyinPink55 Member Forum Celebrity Join Date: Feb 11, 2005 Location: Texas Posts: 24,601	Can we all take a midnight drive to see Resurrection Mary?

01-21-2007, 02:05 AM	#15
noah82 Member Occasional Poster Join Date: Jun 15, 2006 Location: SF Posts: 17	Hold it in Reno, they have an unsolved case out there. I think it's a good idea.