Category Archives: 2011

2011, CSTS Global

Nominations are now open for Global Roles

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Do you or someone you know want to help guide Can’t Stop the Serenity towards a bright future?

Nominations are open for roles on the Global Steering Committee and Global Team. Can’t Stop the Serenity is organised entirely by volunteers who work side by side with local event organisers to make each year’s events a success. We’re looking for dedicated, passionate, talented folks to join us. It’s fun, rewarding and a great experience!

Nominations are now open, and will be taken until 18 September 2011. The application process for each position is provided via the links below. Applications must be submitted via email to gsc@cantstoptheserenity.com by the closing date.

The following roles are open for nominations:
Global Steering Committee (4 positions)
2012 Global Event Coordinator and Team Roles
Global System Administrator

Voters will have the opportunity to discuss the nominations and ask questions of the nominees from 19-25 September 2011, and voting will be undertaken from 26-30 September 2011.… Read more…

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We’d like to interview you!

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Can you believe that the incredible volunteers for Can’t Stop the Serenity have organised over 300 events over 6 years, and raised over $600,000 for Equality Now? It’s mindblowing! To mark this fantastic occasion, we’d like to interview you – the CSTS Supporters – about your CSTS experience and what keeps you coming back.

Can you believe that there are Browncoats out there that have never heard of CSTS? Firefly & Serenity continues to bring in new fans, and we’d like to help them understand what it is that inspires Browncoats to support CSTS.

To that end, we’ve got a couple of quick questions for you, and if you can take a few minutes to answer we’d be ever so grateful.

1. When was your first CSTS?… Read more…

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Join us on Twitter & Facebook to support our pledge to Equality Now!

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Social media and social networking are a fantastic way to spread the signal about Can’t Stop the Serenity and Equality Now, and we need to get that signal broadcast as widely as possible.

To encourage more folks to follow our twitter feed and Like our facebook page, our Global Steering Committee Chair has pledged 5c to Equality Now for each CSTS twitter follower and CSTS Facebook Page like we have on 30 September (up to $500).

So…
If we have 4000 @CSTS twitter followers on 30 Sept, that’s a donation $200 to EN.
If we have 4000 CSTS facebook page likes on 30 Sept, that’s a donation $200 to EN.

We need your help to promote this far and wide! Follow/Like us and spread the signal!… Read more…

2011, Events

I wanna live in the town where I get a bouncy castle at CSTS!

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Browncoats sure do know how to celebrate CSTS in style! Man, now I want a bouncy castle at my local CSTS event. That looks like so much fun!!

On behalf of the Can’t Stop the Serenity Global Steering Committee, Global Team and countless volunteers all over the world, we’d like to congratulate the Beeston Browncoats on a fabulous wedding shindig – what a way to celebrate! … Read more…

2011, Events

Coming this weekend (27 August): Melbourne, Australia & Syracuse, NY

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There’s lots going on this weekend… if you’re in the land downunder! Melbourne, Australia is bringing CSTS downunder on Saturday 27 August. Don’t miss out! There’ll be auction goodies including autographs by Joss Whedon, costumes, raffles and more.

Also, there will be an event in Syracuse, NY at the Storch Theatre at the Syracuse Stage, 820 East Genesee. The event starts at 6pm.… Read more…

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Missed out on some Global Merchandise? Not to fret!

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Did you miss out on getting your hands on some of our 2011 merchandise? Not to fret, it’s not too late!

If you’re looking for apparel (shirts & hoodies) some cities still have some available (check on the forum here for details).

Anyone wishing to order patches should email merchandise@cantstoptheserenity.com and you will be put in contact with Sean. Patches are $2.00 (US) each, plus shipping.… Read more…

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This weekend (17-20 Aug) – Chicago, Portland, San Francisco, Halifax & Beeston

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It’s a bumper weekend for CSTS! This Saturday has a great range of events to choose from…

On 20 August, don’t miss out on the CSTS events in Chicago IL, Portland OR, San Francisco CA, Halifax, Nova Scotia! For those on the other side of the pond, head over to Beeston, UK for a wedding shindig with a difference as they mix a nuptual celebration with a CSTS shindig!… Read more…

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This Weekend: Nashville/Scottsville, Salt Lake City & Perth

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We have several exciting events all around the world this weekend!

On Friday August 5, the Nashville/Scottsville event begins. The event goes on throughout the weekend.

Then on Saturday August 6, the Salt Lake City event is taking place.

Finally Sunday August 7 is the Perth event!

These events are going to have many different activities and will be a lot of fun, so  check them out!

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Watch CSTS LA interview!

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The CSTS LA event on June 26 was very exciting and attended by many special guests. After  the event ComiCenter Live conducted an interview with Joss Whedon, Jessica Neuwirth, and The One True b!X. Now’s your chance to watch it!

The direct link to the interviews is http://www.justin.tv/geekweek/b/291106980#CSTS. The interview is aired at the end of the program, and it begins at 48:00.

 … Read more…

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This week: San Diego, Albuquerque, & Lincoln

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This is the weekend of San Diego Comic-Con, and CSTS has an event to kickoff the fun! If you’re lucky enough to be in town, check out the San Diego CSTS event!

Now for those of us who aren’t at Comic-Con, there is an event in Albuquerque on Saturday, July 23 and Sunday, July 24. They have showings both days, and will have a costume contest and other exciting activities! This weekend also brings the event in Lincoln, RI. It will include a costume contest and a screening of Browncoats: Redemption!

That’s it for this weekend, but we have many more events coming up in the next few weeks, so check back for more information.

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This weekend: Birmingham, Ft. Lauderdale & Melbourne!

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This Saturday, July 16, we have events on three continents. So if you’re in the area, check these out!

In the US, Ft. Lauderdale, FL is holding their event.  In the UK, Birmingham is hosting an event. And in Australia, Melbourne is having an event. These events will offer raffles, screenings, contests, and more!

Space is limited, so buy your tickets now!… Read more…

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This weekend: Pittsburgh, Madison & San Antonio!

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After a break last weekend, we’re back with more CSTS events!

To kick the weekend off, we have an event in Pittsburgh, PA on Friday, July 8.  Then Saturday, July 9 brings the Madison, WI event.  To wrap things up, Sunday, July 10 is the San Antonio, TX event.

If you’re in the area, be sure to check out these events. You’ll get to participate in exciting activities and contribute to a great cause!

And we still have many more events to raise money for Equality Now, so check for events in your area!… Read more…

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Rewatch Joss & Co at CSTS Los Angeles

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Missed seeing the livestream of Can’t Stop the Serenity Los Angeles yesterday? Watch it below!

Special guests included Joss Whedon, Felicia Day, Michael Fairman, Tim Minear, Jane Espensen, Nathan Fillion, and Jessica Neuwirth and Amanda Sullivan from Equality Now.


Watch live video from GeekWeek on Justin.tv… Read more…

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Watch Joss LIVE at CSTS LA

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Great news for Browncoats everywhere! As you have probably heard, the one and only Joss Whedon will attend the Los Angeles CSTS screening. Now, even if you don’t live in LA, you will be able to experience this amazing event, because portions of the event will be webcast live!

The LA event is also going to have many other exciting guests. Jessica Neuwirth and Amanda Sullivan from Equality Now will be in attendance, as will Felicia Day, Michael Fairman, and Joey Spiotto!

ComiCenter LIVE, the online podcast talk show that focuses on the comic book and entertainment industries, will be broadcasting live video from the event. They will be interviewing attendees and special guests, and capturing the reactions from the crowd on hand.

To access the livestream, go to www.GeekWeek.com/live… Read more…

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Happy Birthday Joss Whedon!

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On this very special day, we wish a super awesome birthday to the one-and-only Joss Whedon – the creator of Firefly and the inspiration behind Can’t Stop the Serenity! Not only does Joss create amazing characters, he inspires us to be better than we are, and to move mountains to make this world a shinier place.

So, on behalf of the Global Steering Committee, the 2011 Global Team, our incredible local organising teams and devoted supporters – Happy Birthday Joss!!… Read more…

2011, CSTS Global, Events

This Weekend: Events Worldwide!

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It’s a huge weekend for Browncoats! This weekend sees events all over the world, and lots of opportunities for Browncoats to get together and have an awesome time!

Lawrence, KS and Arlington, VA kick off the weekend tomorrow, June 24, with Arlington’s event continuing on Saturday June 25.

Then on Saturday, there are events all over the place. In Canada, Edmonton, AB and Vancouver, BC are holding events. The UK has an event in Newcastle. And in the US, events are taking place in Boston, MA; Logan, UT; Los Angeles, CA; and New York, NY.

To wrap up the weekend, Sunday, June 26 brings events in Baltimore, MD; Dallas/Fort Worth, TX; and Raleigh, NC.

These events will offer all kinds of activities, contests, auctions, prizes, and special guests.… Read more…

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This Weekend’s Events: Toronto & Gloucester!

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This weekend brings us more exciting events!

We have two official events this weekend. If you are in Toronto, Canada or Gloucester, UK, both have events you can attend this Saturday, June 18.

At these events you’ll enjoy auctions, hanging out with other Browncoats, and of course watching our favorite movie! You’ll be sure to have a good time. So if you’re in Toronto or Gloucester, buy your tickets now!

If you don’t live in either city, we have more upcoming events worldwide, so check them out. Next weekend is going to be huge, with our event with special guests in LA, and our great events in Edmonton, Halifax, Vancouver, Newcastle, Arlington, Boston, Baltimore, Dallas, Lawrence, Logan, New York, and Raleigh!… Read more…

2011, CSTS Global

CSTS starts this weekend!

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Pull on your Jayne hat, and grab your brown coat because Can’t Stop the Serenity is officially ON! This weekend sees events kick off in Nottingham (UK), Norfolk VA (US), Philadelphia PA (US) and Melbourne (AUST).

Fans lucky enough to attend these events have lots of excitement to look forward to! There’ll be screenings of Serenity and Dr. Horrible, costumes, awesome prizes and more. So if you’re in the area, make sure you join us. It’ll be a wild ride, that’s to be sure!

And if you were among those who got an unintentional sneak peek of a certain Big Damn Hero’s message to CSTS attendees, you were lucky indeed. But if you didn’t, fear not! You can get in on the action (and the inspiration) at your local CSTS event and via livestream of CSTS Los Angeles on 25 June.… Read more…

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Firefly meets Muppets – artist James Hance is supporting CSTS

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Artist James Hance, best known among geeks for his wonderful Star Wars themed “Wookie the Chew” take on Winnie the Pooh, has been working on a series of pieces featuring Muppets a la Firefly.

Firefrog - James Hance

You’ll be able to buy prints at www.jameshance.com later this week and super awesome exclusive, limited run prints at selected upcoming Can’t Stop The Serenity events very soon with all proceeds of those going to charity

You can find his sketches and keep up with his progress here.

A huge thank you to James for supporting Can’t Stop the Serenity.

Update: Prints will be available at CSTS Los Angeles and CSTS Edmonton so far…… Read more…

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More Special Guests Joining us in 2011!!

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More good news for those in the LA, California area!

There will be three more guests joining Joss Whedon, Jessica Neuwirth, and Amanda Sullivan this year!

They are Michael Fairman, better known to Browncoats as Adelei Niska, Felicia Day, (also known as Penny from Dr. Horrible’s Sing-Along Blog among her other wonderful works).

Thirdly, there is River Tam & The Fireflies artist Joey Spiotto as a special guest vendor.  He will have his art and shirts on sale and a portion of the proceeds of his sales will go to Equality Now!

Sounds like LA is in for a super shiny event this year!!

For details on their event, please visit California Browncoats!… Read more…

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CSTS 2010 raised over $141,000 for charity ! Bring on 2011…

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As we gear up to start the 2011 CSTS season, we’ve officially wrapped up CSTS 2010 and I have finished my term as Global Organiser. I’d like to thank all you Browncoats for helping to make it a great season at Can’t Stop the Serenity.

I’m proud to announce that, with the auctions and screenings, we raised $141,251.25 for Equality Now and other charities! Our highest donation yet! This brings our grand total raised since 2006 to over $550,000!

In 2010, Equality Now received an incredible $120,054.10. Other charities to benefit were UNM Childrens Hospital, Kids Need to Read, Al Wooten Jr. Heritage Center, SafePlace Austin, House of the Good Shepherd, Edmonton Women’s Emergency Accommodation Centre, Samaritan House, Phoenix Children’s Hospital, Oregon Food Bank, BC Women’s Hospital & Health Centre and the Atlanta Community Food Bank.… Read more…

2011, Equality Now, Events

Joss Whedon & Equality Now will be attending CSTS Los Angeles

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We’re very excited to share the news that Joss Whedon will be attending his first CSTS event this year!

Taking a break from filming The Avengers, Joss will be part of CSTS Los Angeles together with Jessica Neuwirth, Equality Now Founder & Chair, and Amanda Sullivan, Director of Equality Now’s Women’s Action Network (and member of the CSTS Global Steering Committee).

California Browncoats are hosting the event, which will take place on 25 June 2011 at the Harmony Gold Theater in Hollywood. Ticketing and event information can be found on the California Browncoats website.

We’re delighted to have Joss, Jessica and Amanda involved in our sixth year of CSTS events, and we hope that everyone who attends has a wonderful time. This is an amazing opportunity to raise lots of money for Equality Now, and make this a landmark year!… Read more…

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Done the Impossible joins the 2011 CSTS Lineup

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The fan forces behind Done the Impossible, the brilliant documentary about Firefly & Serenity, have agreed to let us show their work as part of our film line-up this year. They are also joining as a sponsor in media, merchandise and global prize packs. The creative minds behind Done the Impossible have been long time supporters of Equality Now and continue to enlighten new and veteran fans about their love for all things Firefly and the great cause that is Can’t Stop the Serenity. We welcome them to our 2011 CSTS season. Done the Impossible is the story of the rise, fall and rebirth of the cult TV show “Firefly,” as told from the perspective of the fans who helped save it. To learn more about this great documentary, visit them HERE.… Read more…