December 2021 - vcf-midatlantic

Digital Equipment Corp. memorabilia in New Hamshire
by Christian Liendo 17 Dec '21

17 Dec '21

I think the belt buckle is really cool https://nh.craigslist.org/for/d/lee-digital-equipment-corp-memorabilia/7415…

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"Think a Little" - Tim Stryker
by John Heritage 17 Dec '21

17 Dec '21

Hey folks, I'm cleaning up my house a bit for a move, and found a book I read back in 2016: "Think a Little : Evolutionary Perspectives On The Future Of Civilization". The book was written by the author of MajorBBS / founder of Galacticomm (Tim Stryker), and for several reasons I picked up the book years ago. Note the book has nothing to do with BBSes though :) - it's a bit of a philosophy book with (various) thoughts on the present, and a chapter or two dedicated to future predictions (as written in 1992-1993). Per my notes from 2016 - it's definitely not an easy read, it's somewhat US focused, and in many ways controversial / definitely not PC (but in my personal opinion covered topics worth exploring, even if the reader disagrees). The synopsis of the book is a push for a new type of democracy - which is clearly not a small topic :). If anyone would like the book, send me an email and I'll mail you the book free of charge - it's yours! Thanks! John - Stryker, Tim (1993). *Think a little: Evolutionary Perspectives On The Future Of Civilization* (1 ed.). Boca Raton, Florida: Cool Hand Communications. ISBN <https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ISBN_(identifier)> 1-56790-025-9 <https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Special:BookSources/1-56790-025-9>.

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Nice SPARCstations on eBay
by Alexander Jacocks 16 Dec '21

16 Dec '21

There are a pair of reasonably priced and nice and clean SPARCstations on eBay, right now: SPARCstation 5: https://www.ebay.com/itm/194615747234 UltraSPARC 1: https://www.ebay.com/itm/194615785445 I've dealt with the seller before, and he was fine. - Alex

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Holiday Schedule for VCF and InfoAge Museums
by Jeffrey Brace 15 Dec '21

15 Dec '21

InfoAge and all its museums including VCF holiday schedule: CLOSED December 25 & January 1. OPEN December 26, January 2 ========================================= Jeff Brace Vice President & Board Member Vintage Computer Festival East Show-runner Vintage Computer Federation is a 501c3 charity http://www.vcfed.org/ jeffrey(a)vcfed.org

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PDP11s in PA?
by Christian Liendo 15 Dec '21

15 Dec '21

I saw this and someone has to be interested https://allentown.craigslist.org/sys/d/walnutport-vintage-computer-moving-s… I need to reduce the number of vintage computers I have and would love to send them off to another enthusiast like myself. Here’s just a bit of what I have for sale: (Some need work) - Macintosh SE (atleast 2) - Macintosh Plus - Macintosh 512k - Various Power Macintosh models - Loads of PC systems including laptops (most 20 years old or older) - Way too many accessories to list - TRS/ATARI/Commodore 8bit stuff, including numerous C=64’s, a 128 with floppy drives and a monitor, and Vic-20 with a printer. Check out the vintage PDP-11’s I have, including a Heathkit H-11 and a Christlin Industries machine. I also have typewriters and Teletypes (ASR). Modems for Dialup enthusiasts (run that BBS you’ve been dreaming of). Almost everything is for sale. If you see something you want, ask. The worst I can say is “no”. Thanks for your attention today. Have a happy holiday!

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Ideas for classes for InfoAge Education Committee
by Jeffrey Brace 15 Dec '21

15 Dec '21

I’m part of the InfoAge Education Committee. They are actively looking for ideas and instructors. It can be a one shot class or something ongoing. It can be in person or through Zoom or both. They are looking to raise money to support the cost of running the museum. Any ideas? Any offers for instructors? Please send them my way. Thanks! -- ========================================= Jeff Brace VCF National Board Member Chairman & Vice President Vintage Computer Festival East Show-runner VCF Mid-Atlantic Executive Director Vintage Computer Federation is a 501c3 charity http://www.vcfed.org/ jeffrey(a)vcfed.org

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Re: [vcf-midatlantic] Christmas demo on SX-64
by Adam Michlin 15 Dec '21

15 Dec '21

Nope, preferably before Christmas, for Christmas pictures, though. You (anyone) can send them directly to: adam.michlin(a)vcfed.org Also include your instagram account, if you want to be publicly credited. And thanks to Dean for pointing out my bad URL! Thanks everyone! -Adam On Wed, Dec 15, 2021 at 10:26 AM W. Bryan Caudle via vcf-midatlantic <vcf-midatlantic(a)lists.vcfed.org> wrote: > > I would love to help with this, I have my SX-64 up and made a working disk. I assume that the pictures are needed today? > > Thanks! > > > -----Original Message----- > From: vcf-midatlantic <vcf-midatlantic-bounces(a)lists.vcfed.org> On Behalf Of Dean Notarnicola via vcf-midatlantic > Sent: Wednesday, December 15, 2021 7:39 AM > To: vcf-midatlantic <vcf-midatlantic(a)lists.vcfed.org> > Cc: Dean Notarnicola <dean.notarnicola(a)vcfed.org> > Subject: Re: [vcf-midatlantic] Christmas demo on SX-64 > > The link you posted was broken > > https://instagram.com/lssmuseum?utm_medium=copy_link > > > On Wed, Dec 15, 2021 at 7:12 AM Adam Michlin via vcf-midatlantic < vcf-midatlantic(a)lists.vcfed.org> wrote: > > > Hi All, > > > > Just to clarify, it is LSSM that is doing the 12 days of Vintage > > Computer Christmas on their Instagram account (which is highly > > recommended to follow, anyway) at: > > > > https://instagram.com/lssmueum > > > > But we (VCF) would still love some vintage computer holiday content. > > > > Best wishes, > > > > -Adam > > VCF Social Media Specialist > > > > instagram.com/vcfederation > > twitter.com/vcfederation > > facebook.com/vcfederation > > > > > > On Wed, Dec 15, 2021 at 12:13 AM Jeffrey Brace via vcf-midatlantic > > <vcf-midatlantic(a)lists.vcfed.org> wrote: > > > > > > Can someone who has a working SX-64 take a picture of their system > > > with > > the > > > famous Christmas demo that came with it? We will be using it for the > > VCF's > > > 12 days of Christmas on Instagram. > > > > > > Thanks! > > > > > > ========================================= > > > Jeff Brace > > > VCF National Board Member Chairman & Vice President Vintage Computer > > > Festival East Show-runner VCF Mid-Atlantic Executive Director > > > Vintage Computer Federation is a 501c3 charity http://www.vcfed.org/ > > > jeffrey(a)vcfed.org > > >

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Christmas demo on SX-64
by Jeffrey Brace 15 Dec '21

15 Dec '21

Can someone who has a working SX-64 take a picture of their system with the famous Christmas demo that came with it? We will be using it for the VCF's 12 days of Christmas on Instagram. Thanks! ========================================= Jeff Brace VCF National Board Member Chairman & Vice President Vintage Computer Festival East Show-runner VCF Mid-Atlantic Executive Director Vintage Computer Federation is a 501c3 charity http://www.vcfed.org/ jeffrey(a)vcfed.org

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Lego Dacta Controller
by Jeffrey Brace 15 Dec '21

15 Dec '21

Someone e-mailed info(a)vcfed.org asking for info about the Lego Dacta controller. They had found this article: http://spectrum.ieee.org/robotics/diy/building-8bit-bots and therefore our organization. Is there someone who can help them and answer their questions? Thanks! ========================================= Jeff Brace VCF National Board Member Chairman & Vice President Vintage Computer Festival East Show-runner VCF Mid-Atlantic Executive Director Vintage Computer Federation is a 501c3 charity http://www.vcfed.org/ jeffrey(a)vcfed.org

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VCF Marketing Director Position Available
by Jeffrey Brace 13 Dec '21

13 Dec '21

The Vintage Computer Federation is looking for a Marketing Director. If you or anyone that you know is interested, please forward me an e-mail, cover letter and resume. This is a volunteer position where we they would work about 5 hours a week. Description below for this position. Job Title: Marketing Director Reports To: VCF President Job Description: The Vintage Computer Federation Marketing Director is a volunteer position and is responsible for promoting the Federation, owned and affiliated events and our "brand' to the community at large. Job functions include, but are not limited to: 1. Producing and distributing press releases for: a. Announcing events, achievements and goals b. Recapping successful events c. Seeking artifacts, collaboration, recognition, donations, etc. 2. Managing social media accounts, content, outreach, advertising, etc. 3. Raising awareness of the organization with the community at large through any means possible. 4. Being the go-to press representative for the organization and seeking out press coverage at all opportunities. 5. Fostering relationships and managing contacts with outside organizations. 6. Working with the Forum administrators to enhance the visibility and reach of the forums. 7. Maintaining and actively using accounts on as many "industry" venues as possible including our Vintage Computer Forums, cc:talk, the VCF Mid-Atlantic Discussion list, BACH mailing list, Facebook hobby groups and as many others as feasible. 8. Supervises and coordinates with the Social Media Manager. 9. Expected hours are on average about two hours per week, increasing to more hours during bigger events. 10. Report to VCF Board twice monthly on progress and results. If you are interested, please submit a sample marketing plan. ========================================= Jeff Brace VCF National Board Member Chairman & Vice President Vintage Computer Festival East Show-runner Vintage Computer Federation is a 501c3 charity http://www.vcfed.org/ jeffrey(a)vcfed.org

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