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Congratulations to the winners of the HAuNTcon 2008 Amateur Horror Film Festival!!

Feature Length Fim Winners
1st Squeal / Simple seed, Green Flag Entertainment and Big Tree Productions, John LaFlamboy
2nd The Spell of 13 / Heat Lightning Productions Richard Yates

Winners in the Short Film Category
1st Mr Video / Destiny Pictures LTD. Alex Masterton
2nd Edgar Allen Poe's Tell Tale Heart / Rob Winfrey
3rd Eye of Men / Back2ninety9 Productions, Charles A. Christman III

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Join Haunters fron across the country April 30th through May 4th, for HAuNTcon 2009 at the Wyndham Milwaukee Airport Hotel & Convention Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Wyndham Milwaukee Airport Hotel & Convention Center
4747 South Howell Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53207
Phone: 713-748-3221
Fax: 713-796-9371

Maps & Directions

HAuNTcon 2009 was a HUGE success for both attendees and exhibitors! Jeanne and I want to thank each of you for supporting this year's Haunted Attraction Mational Tradeshow and Convention!

We had great speakers, great exhibitors and more attendees than ever before!

THANK YOU!

Jeanne and Leonard Pickel

The only way to purchase tickets for this year's HAuNTcon tradeshow, education, Haunt tours, Make-N-Takes, Socials and Costume Ball is on site at the Houston Grand Plaza Hotel in Houston Texas!

By popular demand we are offering a One Day Pass good for Friday, Saturday OR Sunday for only $40! However! I am sure that you disappointed you did not buy the whole weekend access pass!

We look forward to seeing all of you in Houston April 24-28!

Thanks to so many of you for making plans to attend HAuNTcon 08! It is already a huge success! And we haven't even toured the first Haunt yet!

Leonard

ALl tickets are still available on-site at the Houston Grand Plaza, we have only stopped the online ticketing.

We have, however, turned on the ticketing for the Monday Make-N-Takes. The Smooth-on class is about to seel out, so please sign up soone for these great calsses!


LeonardMonday CLasses!

Check out the exciting list of Make-N-Takes offered at HAuNTcon 2008!

Corpsing a Bucky Skull
Monster Mouths Made Easy!
Build Your Own Tombstone
Rustic Flickering Lantern
Build a Monster Frame
Build a Steady-Cam
LED Prop Eyes

CLICK HERE for more details! Space is limited! So CLICK HERE to sign up for this great sessions TODAY!

HAuNTcon 2008 has already smashed 2007 early registration records and blown past our reserved hotel room block!

If you are planning of attending the convention "For Haunter, By Haunters," be sure to make your hotel reservations NOW! As I am not sure how long the hotel will honor our $95 a night rate!

For those of you who have already signed up for the convention, we want to thank you for your support! Only days away, we are looking forward to seeing all of you April 24-28, 2008 at the Grand Plaza Hotel, Houston Texas!

Check out the latest updates at www.hauntcon.com

Hold on you're your funny bone as Haunt industry icon, star of stage and (small) screen, Philip Morris of Morris Costumes, will be delivering a keynote address April 25 at HAuNTcon 2008 in Houston Texas. The largest distributor of Haunt and Halloween props in the country, Philip co-authored the first industry how-to book, 'How to Operate a Successful Haunted House.' During this rare appearance, Philip will recount the beginnings of our industry through present day and gaze into his crystal ball to fill us in on where he thinks it is going in the future.

Don't miss this opportunity to hear the history of Haunting and some keen insight from this Haunting legend.

Everyone has to eat, so why not make some new Haunt friends, do a little networking and grab some dinner without having to leave the hotel or fight the crowds at the local choke and puke!

Well, that is the idea behind the HAuNTcon Haunter's Dinner and Roundtable Discussion! Come alone and we will hook you up, or bring your own friends for this great Haunter fellowship opportunity Friday and Saturday night right after as the tradeshow closes. Sit back and rest your feet or share your Haunting stories with old and new friends.


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Education is the best money you can spend on your event! And HAuNTcon offers a massive education program in 3 tracks- Business, Creative, Demo and Make-N-Take!

The HAuNTcon 08 seminars are posted under the Haunt Ed/Seminar link to the left, or [url=http://www.hauntcon.com/index.php?module=pagemaster&PAGE_user_op=view_page&PAGE_id=15&MMN_position=28:28]CLICK HERE[/url] for a look at this year's Haunter Education line up!

One single great idea from the over 40 hours of education provided in the 4 days of seminars at HAuNTcon could be worth more than the total cost of the trip!

Haunt Tours, Tradeshow and networking... Everything you need to do Halloween better! HAuNTcon!

Leonard

The winners of the Bram Stoker Awards were announced tonight at the Horror Writers Association banquet at the World Horror Convention in Salt Lake City. Here is the complete list of winners (note that there are ties in a couple of categories).

Superior Achievement in a Novel
THE MISSING by Sarah Langan (Harper)

Superior Achievement in a First Novel
HEART-SHAPED BOX by Joe Hill (William Morrow)

Superior Achievement in Long Fiction
AFTERWARD, THERE WILL BE A HALLWAY by Gary Braunbeck (Five Strokes to Midnight)

Superior Achievement in Short Fiction
THE GENTLE BRUSH OF WINGS by David Niall Wilson (Defining Moments)

Superior Achievement in an Anthology
FIVE STROKES TO MIDNIGHT edited by Gary Braunbeck and Hank Schwaeble (Haunted Pelican Press)

Superior Achievement in a Collection
(tie) PROVERBS FOR MONSTERS by Michael A. Arnzen (Dark Regions Press)
(tie) 5 STORIES by Peter Straub (Borderlands)

Superior Achievement in Nonfiction
THE CRYPTOPEDIA: A Dictionary of the Weird, Strange & Downright Bizarre by Jonathan Maberry & David F. Kramer (Citadel Press / Kensington)

Superior Achievement in Poetry
(tie) BEING FULL OF LIGHT, INSUBSTANTIAL by Linda Addison (Space and Time)
(tie) VECTORS: A WEEK IN THE DEATH OF A PLANET by Charlee Jacob & Marge Simon (Dark Regions Press)

Speakers and Exhibitors are still pouring in for HAuNTcon 2008, but we can offer a sneak peek into our celebrity room!

We are proud to announce 4 of the 6 celebrities who have agreed to appear at HAuNTcon 2008!

Tony Moran - Michael Myers in 2 of the movies

John Dugan - Monstrosity, and 3 "The Texas Chainsaw Massacre" movies,

Patrika Darbo - Hatchet, Charlie Wilson's War, Madhouse

Kevin Spirtas - Bloodlust, Horror High, Hills Have Eyes

Waiting on two more to commit!

Stay tuned for more details on HAuNTcon 2008 COMING SOON!

We just worked a deal with SuperShuttle in Houston for discount fares from the airports to the Crown Plaza!

Click the READ MORE link below for instructions!

For the preshow people, the Sheraton hotel and casino where we are staying on the 22nd, has a FREE shuttle from the airport in Baton Rouge. When you get to the airport, use the hotel phone near baggage claim or call (225) 242-2600 once you get your bags.

READ MORE

I can finnaly announce that we have added the Chamber of Horrors to the pre-show tour. That rounds us out at about 5 different Halloween events in 48 hours, before you even get to Houston!

NOTE: The Pre-show tour STARTS in Baton Rouge, LA. It is up to you to get to the Sheriton hotel and casino, which is next door to 13th Gate. Check into the hotel and from that point on everything is paid for until we drop you off at the hotel in Houston.

The Haunt tour at 13th Gate will start a 8pm.

Save $50 on this once in a life time Haunt Tour by signing up NOW!

Click Here for Tickets!

Continental Airlines is offering discount air fare to Houston for HAuNTcon attendees! Make your reservations today by calling toll free, 1-800-468-7022 or receive additional discounts by booking on line at www.continental.com

Use the Offer Code ZDXBDJ2098 to get your HAuNTcon Discount Fares!

Bad Boys Scenic Design-Behind the Curtain!

20 years is a long time to be in the Haunt business, and you are bound to learn a few things in that time. Now for the first time ever, the crew from Bad Boys Scenic Design will reveal every trick, technique and method that they have developed during their 2 decades in the Haunted Attraction Industry.

The full pre-show tour package is SOLD OUT!

At this point your only chance of seeing these great haunts is by buying an attraction only ticket to the tours! This means you are on your own for transportation, food and hotel. Prepare for the largest one day caravan of vehicles from Louisiana to Texas since Hurricane Katrina!

If you plan to take advantage of this great trip, order your tickets NOW!

CLICK HERE for more info!

Bad Boys Scenic Design-Behind the Curtain!

20 years is a long time to be in the Haunt business, and you are bound to learn a few things in that time. Now for the first time ever, the crew from Bad Boys Scenic Design will reveal every trick, technique and method that they have developed during their 2 decades in the Haunted Attraction Industry.

This special all-day seminar will feature several members of Bad Boys and a very special guest designer. A partial Haunt scene will be constructed from start to finish! Learn how Bad Boys incorporate a variety of different design techniques at every stage including set construction, foam carving, Faux painting, distressing, LightScaping and Soundscaping!

Plus...

As a bonus offer, we have added the Sunday Night tour and transportation of the National Funeral Museum to the Full Access Combo Ticket!

Just an added bonus for anyone who wants to hang out with us on Sunday night!

The 2008 line up of Horror Celebrities include; Leatherface from Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2, Bill Johnson. Ravelli from House Of 1000 Corpses, Irwin Keyes. The original Michael Myers in Halloween and Halloween II, Tony Moran. Grandpa in the 1995 Texas Chainsaw Massacre, John Dugan. From Friday the 13th VII, Subspecies II, Subspecies III, and Wes Craven's The Hills Have Eyes II Kevin Spirtas. 'Fresh' from her roll in Hatchet, Patrika Darbo. And Horror/Mystical Artist and Writer, Dirk Strangely.

Purchase an autographed photo, personally signed to you or your Haunted Attraction, or bring your horror memorabilia and get it signed by this great horror star line up. But the real reason we bring these celebrities to HAuNTcon is for you to talk to them about appearing at your Halloween Event! Get pricing and availability information for October 2008.

PLUS! Ken Daniels of Big Fun Entertainment will be offering a seminar on 'How to Book a Celebrity and Use Them to Drive Traffic to your Haunt?' To help you maximize the impact of your horror celebrity appearance!

Click on the Celebrities link to the rignt to read bios for our 2008 Horror Celebrity Line up!

Smooth-on Workshop: Mold Making, Lifecasting and Skin Effects
HAuNTcon is pleased to announce a 4th full day Workshop on Monday April 28, 2008 sponsored by Smooth-on.

This 7 hour, 9am to 5pm session will cover mold making and casting of props, lifecasting of the human form and techniques used to replicate extremely realistic three-dimensional prosthetics and skin.

CLICK HERE to signup for this exciting workshop! Seating is limited and this one will fill up!

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We are proud to announce that a very TALL guest is coming to Flashback Weekend 2008.

Angus Scrimm, the legendary Tall Man from the classic PHANTASM films, will be a very special guest at the Flashback Weekend Chicago Horror Convention to be held June 27-29, 2008!

Angus Scrimm also recently appeared in the Don Coscarelli Masters of Horror episode “INCIDENT ON AND OFF A MOUNTAIN ROAD”, the TV show “ALIAS”, in addition to many other genre credits.

Flashback Weekend 2008 will also be hosting the Midwest exclusive official World Tour "NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD" 40th anniversary celebration featuring;

• George Romero (Director and co-writer)
• Judith O'Dea (Barbra),
• Russ Streiner ("Johnny" and co-producer)
• John Russo (co-writer and also numerous zombies in the film),
• Marilyn Eastman ("Mrs. Cooper", bug eating zombie, and make-up artist)
• Kyra Schon - "Karen Cooper"
• Bill Hinzman- "Graveyard Zombie"
• George Kosana - "Sheriff McClelland"

We will also be welcoming the three babysitters from Rob Zombie's "HALLOWEEN" (2007)

• Scout Taylor-Compton - "Laurie Strode"
• Danielle Harris - "Annie"
• Kristina Klebe - "Lynda"

Chicago TV Legend “SVENGOOLIE” will be appearing on Saturday June 28 and will be signing autographs, posing for photos, and will be hosting our annual Costume Contest.

Tony Moran, Michael Myers Unmasked from the original “John Carpenter’s HALLOWEEN (1978).

We will be announcing MANY additional great guests during the next several months. Keep checking the Flashback Weekend website for updates.

The Midwest Haunters Convention (MHC) is searching for Scary women to compete in the 5th Annual Ms Midwest Scary pageant.  The Pageant was rated by AOL Online as a Top 13 Freaky Attraction in the...

The Midwest Haunters Convention (MHC) is excited to announce thereturn of our 5 th Annual Bloody Mary Monster Makeup Wars competition.Our grand prize will be a Cruise for two on the Bloody Mary & ...

Hi Everyone, We will be attending the Bloody Mary Cruise in January and we'relooking for something to do when we return. For those of you who livein the LA or Long Beach area; we would be interested i...

This Ultimate Edition of THE EVIL DEAD includes special features which were filmed at Flashback Weekend in 2002 and 2005. This three disc set also includes nearly an hour of deleted scenes and behind the scene footage never before seen! Be sure to pick up this DVD available in stores December 18, 2008!

This Monday night (the 10th) at Neo's Metal Mondays, ChicagoHorror.com and Flashback Weekend will be presenting a night of HORROR, with horror movies, trailers for locally-produced upcoming releases, giveaways and more!

Wreck the Halls and have yourself a Scary Little Christmas! Doors @ 10:00 pm; movies & mayhem commence around midnight!

Neo, 2350 N Clark St, Chicago, 21+

Dave Dinsmore from Biting Dog Press is unable to attend WHC2008 as Publisher Special Guest due to a scheduling conflict.

In his place, we are thrilled to announce that Larry Roberts of Bloodletting Books will replace him as Publisher Special Guest.

Also, PR2 went out earlier this month to everyone on the WHC2006/WHS and WHC2007 mailing lists.

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Grand Master Award voting is up on the website (whc2008.org). All registered members of WHC2008 can vote for the Grand Master Award winner. Rules are on the website.

Stoker Awards Banquet tickets now on sale. Cost is $52/plate. Meal choices are: 8 oz. Sirloin of Beef, Marinated Chicken Breast and Pasta Primavera. Each meal comes with salad, vegetables and dessert. Two bottles of wine will be at each table.

We are working on a CD to go out with PR3. It will have a short story, read by Ken Rand, a radio play by Michael Hansen, a poem by Dr. Michael R. Collings, and much more. Only registered members of
WHC2008 will get the CD. This CD will be a preview of things to come at WHC2008.

In addition to the presentation and Q&A on “The Developmental Stages of the Serial Killer” and presentation on “Anasazi Culture” we have added a walking tour of haunted Salt Lake City and a presentation by the Paranormal Investigative Team of Utah!

WHC2008 is proud to announce that Simon R. Green, author of the
“Nightside,” “Deathstaker” and “Twilight of the Empire” series.
Simon is an amazing writer and we are thrilled to have him as a guest at WHC2008!

Stoker Awards MC: Jeff Strand has been named the MC for the 2008 Bram Stoker Awards.

We are also selling art panels and dealer's tables! More information on the website!

For more information, go to whc2008.org or email info@whc2008.org.

The Pre-show Haunt tour for HAuNTcon will take attendees to New Orleans, LA to tour,The House of Shock (THE most radical Haunt you will ever see), The 13th Gate (One of the highest detail Haunts you will ever see), The Mortuary (built in a haunted funeral parlor, in the middle of a cemetary)
Chinchuba's Haunted House (a non-profit attraction in it's 20th year!)

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'Ms. Scary Midwest' pageant, held at the Midwest Haunters Convention, is rated as one of the top 13 Freaky Attractions in the US by AOL Online; Fall 2007!  http://cg.channel.aol.com/freaky-attrac...

http://www.midwesthauntersconvention.com/mhc07wrapup.htm Check out the party video at Midwest Haunters Convention in July 2007!...

COMING SOON

HATCHET Dusk to Dawn Drive-In Event
MIDWAY DRIVE-IN
Sterling, Illinois
www.themidwaydrivein.net

Featuring 35mm screenings of HATCHET and
other classic Horror films, and many surprises.
To be held at the Midway Drive-In on a HUGE 60’ by 90’ screen.

Date to be announced.

ALSO, THIS WEEKEND - 9/14 & 9/15

See ROB ZOMBIE'S HALLOWEEN and GRINDHOUSE: PLANET TERROR and DEATH PROOF - A Terror-ific Triple Feature on the giant Midway Drive In screen! For full details visit www.themidwaydrivein.net

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All of us at Flashback Weekend want to thank our attendees, guests, volunteers, vendors & performers for making this past weekend a blast for everybody involved!

We have close to 400 photos posted from the vendor floor, celebrity panels and Q&A's, movie screenings, costume contest, Zombie Pinups Beauty Pageant, Flamin' Dames and more - check them out HERE.

Next year we'll be back at the Crowne Plaza on the last weekend in July - the 25th through the 27th. Mark your calendars, and be sure to check back here for guest updates, event announcements and other Chicago-based horror news and events!

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WHC2008 advertising rates

Progress Report (individual rate):
Full page (4.6" x 7.6"): $75.00
Half page (4.6" x 3.8"): $50.00
Column (7.6" x 2.3"): $50.00
Quarter page (2.3" x 3.8"): $30.00

Two PRs (discount rate):
Full page: $130.00
Half page: $85.00
Column: $85.00
Quarter page: $50.00

Deadlines for progress reports are
PR2: 4 September, 2007
PR3: 4 January, 2008

Progress Reports will be mailed out within 2 weeks of the deadline.
They will also be available for download on the website.

Advertising on the webpage (whc2008.org) Half page: $100.00
Banner: $50.00
Skyscraper: $75.00
Button: $30.00

WHC2008 program book ads:
Back cover: $200
Inside front/back cover: $175.00
Full page: $150.00
1/2 page: $100.00
1/4 page: $75.00
1/8 page: $50.00
Business card: $35.00

Finished advertising copy should be sent electronically to whcinfo@gmail.com in either JPG, TIFF or PDF formats.
Please enquire if you wish to send hard copy.

We are also seeking sponsors for a special souvenir anthology.
Contact us for more details.

Charlie
2008 World Horror Convention
March 27-30, Salt Lake City, Utah
whc2008.org

2008 World Horror Convention
March 27-30, 2008, Salt Lake City, Utah
No place to hide under the desert sun…

Dealers’ Room Information

Thank you for your interest in securing space in the 2008 World Horror Convention (WHC2008) Dealers’ Room. We have a total of 36 tables available for Dealers.

Where WHC2008 will be held:
Radisson Hotel Salt Lake City Downtown
215 West South Temple
Salt Lake City, Utah 84101
http://www.radisson.com/saltlakecityut_downtown
Note: WHC room rates are tentatively $124/night.
Hotel phone number: (801-531-7500)
Fax: (1-801-328-1289)

Dealers’ Room Table Rates:
$185: One 6’ Dealer Table with one WHC membership.
$270: One 6’ Dealer Table with two WHC memberships.
$285: Two 6’ Dealer Tables with one WHC membership.
$370: Two 6’ Dealer Tables with two WHC memberships.
$85: A third Dealer membership (for one Dealers’ table)

Dealers’ Badges are full WHC Attending Memberships. The badges will bear the name of the convention, the name of the individual and the name of the table at which he/she works.

If Dealers or assistants wish to participate in events that have an additional fee, they need to contact registration individually.

Dealers’ Room Hours:
Thursday, 27 March: 2 PM to 7 PM (MAY open earlier) Friday, 28 March: 10 AM to 7 PM Saturday, 29 March: 10 AM to 7 PM
Sunday, 30 March: 10 AM to 4 PM

Other Logistics:
At present, the Dealers’ Room is slated to be in Wasatch 1 & 2 (2300 square feet), part of the Main Ballroom of the Radisson Hotel. It is situated at the top of the stairs from the lobby. The Dealers’ Room and Art Show are open to the public.

Setup:
Thursday: 10 AM to 2 PM.

Shipping to the Hotel:
Packages may be delivered three (3) days prior to the convention start date with prior notification and approval from the hotel rep.
The following information should be included on all packages:
Group name (World Horror Convention)
Hotel Contact: Bonnie Larsen
Meeting Contact: Kammi Davis
Date of Function (March 27-30, 2008)
All packages sent to the Radisson will be subject to a $4.00 handling fee per package.

Load In:
There is a small loading dock at the rear of the hotel leading to a freight elevator. This is the easiest way to move large amounts of inventory into the hotel. Dealers with a smaller inventory may prefer a few trips from the main underground parking lot to the second floor via elevator.

Load Out:
We would love to have all Dealers stay to the close of the convention, but if travel arrangements prevent this, please let us know and we will do what we can to help you move out with as little disruption to the other Dealers as possible. The Dealers’ Room must be cleared out by 6 pm on Sunday.

Taxes and Licenses:
Utah State Law requires all temporary merchants (Dealers) to pay sales tax on items sold during conventions. We will provide you with the necessary forms at the convention. The tax rate is about 7%.
All Dealers must provide an EIN or SS# to the WHC Dealers’ Room Coordinator at the convention (for tax purposes). It is up to the Dealers to pay taxes in a timely manner.
We’re sorry for any inconvenience this may cause you.

Security:
The Dealers’ Room will be locked whenever it is closed for business.
There will also be WHC staff wandering through the room from time during the day. However, neither the convention (including its personnel and committee members) nor the Radisson Hotel (including its personnel) shall be held liable for any merchandise or display material that is lost, stolen, damaged, or confiscated.

As individual Dealers are responsible for the security of their merchandise during business hours, it is recommended that you have someone watch your table at all hours the Dealers’ Room is open.

Legal Disclaimer (you all know the drill):
All merchandise sold, traded or displayed at WHC2008 must be legal.
No bootlegged items, or items that violate copyright or trademark agreements are allowed. All items must comply with laws about content.

No items that could be rated above an “R” rating (or its equivalent) are allowed in the Dealers’ Room. Items that are “unrated” or “not rated”, but would meet recognized legal standards for adult content beyond the “R” rating equivalent, are also not allowed. Items that violate this rule will be banned from the Dealers’ Room at the discretion of the Convention Chair and/or Dealers Room Coordinator.

ALL displays, merchandise and storage need be contained within the area allotted to the Dealer. (We hope to have gaffers tape on the floor to make this easier for everyone.) The space for each table by the wall is 6’ wide by 5’ deep. Tables in the center have a slightly deeper space.

Please be considerate of other Dealers and WHC members. Your display should not include noises or lights that could distract others. If you do use lights and/or sound, please limit demonstrations to short, individual presentations or use headphones.

Acceptance and Cancellations:
ALL tables will be sold on a first come, first served basis.
However, we do plan to provide a good balance of merchandise. To this end, we may limit the number of tables sold to a general group (such as books or videos) to ensure that there is not an overabundance of one type of Dealer.

A list of confirmed Dealers will be maintained on the website (whc2008.org).

A “waiting list” of interested Dealers will be maintained in case of cancellations.
If you have purchased a table in the Dealers’ Room and find that you cannot attend the convention, please let us know as soon as possible.
You will only get a refund if we can sell your table(s) before the convention.
If you are a “no show” you will forfeit all money paid to the convention.

How to Register:
Please complete and return the following forms with payment as indicated to:

Utah WHC Dealers’ Room
PO Box 802
Layton, Utah 84041

If you have any questions or comments, please contact:

Steve Harmon and Heather Monson Charlie Harmon
WHC 2006 Dealers’ Room Coordinators Chairman, WHC2008
Dealers (at) whc2008 (dot) org chair (at) whc2008 (dot) org

You can also use the email form at whc2008.org.
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World Horror Convention 2008Dealers’ Room Application


Business Name:

Contact Person:

Address:


Phone:

FAX:

E-mail:


Dealers’ Room Fees:

___ $185: One 6’ Dealer Table with one WHC membership.
___ $270: One 6’ Dealer Table with two WHC memberships.
___ $285: Two 6’ Dealer Tables with one WHC membership.
___ $370: Two 6’ Dealer Tables with two WHC memberships.
___ $85: A third Dealer membership (for one Dealers’ table)

_____ Total Payment


Special needs:
I prefer to be by a wall ______________
I need an electrical outlet ________________ Any special requests* _______________

*Special requests are not guaranteed at this time, but they will be recorded and saved for later consideration. We will try to accommodate any reasonable table request to the best of our ability.


Payment:
Payment may be sent either by CHECK, MONEY ORDER (US dollars only) or PAYPAL.

___ Enclosed is a check for ______ $US payable to:

Utah WHC Dealers’ Room
PO Box 802
Layton, Utah 84041

____ Payment sent by PayPal on ______(date) in the amount of ____ $US



Names of attendees:
Please submit the names of the “lead” Dealer and all assistants who will be working at the table. If you want to pre-pay and submit the names later, please indicate “TBA” for those names. (Print clearly please – our decoder ring broke.)

Table / Store Name ____________________

Lead Dealer Name: ____________________

Second Name: ____________________

Third Name: ____________________

Fourth Name: ____________________

Fifth Name: ____________________

Sixth Name: ____________________


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“I have read and understood the information delineated in the Dealers’ Room Information Letter, and agree to follow the rules described therein.”

Dealer/Store Name: ____________________________________

Signature of Contact Person:


Date: _______________________



Please return with payment to:

Utah WHC Dealers’ Room
PO Box 802
Layton, Utah 84041

Thank you!

Charlie Harmon, WHC 2008 Chair
Steve Harmon, WHC 2008 Dealers’ Room Coordinator Heather Monson, WHC 2008 Dealers’ Room Coordinator

We look forward to seeing you in SLC next year!

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From all of us at HAuNTcon and Haunted Attraction Magazine... THANK YOU!

HAuNTcon 2007 was a huge success primarily because of you! The Exhibitors, the Speakers and the Attendees!

Without you there would be no HAuNTcon and it is with your continued support that we look forward to our next destination - Houston, Texas for HAuNTcon 2008, April 24-27.

We have already had speakers and exhibitors sign up for HAuNTcon 2008, and we have big plans for the pre-show Haunt tour which we will be announcing soon. Look forward to articles in the up coming issues of Haunted Attraction Magazine about the exciting Haunts we will be touring in the Houston market, and stay tuned to the HAuNTcon web site for some surprises we have planned!

Or goal to grow the Haunting community, in size, expertise and legitimacy is becoming a reality! Jeanne and I thank you for making it possible to share information and tour Haunted Attractions across the country through the convention!

Haunters ARE the best people on Earth!

Mark your calendars now for HAuNTcon 2008!

Leonard Pickel
Event Coordinator

For the last few months, there was been a great deal of speculation about where the next HAuNTcon would take place. Rumors were swirling at this year's event in Dearborn Michigan, until the new location was announced at the Haunted Attraction Magazine Costume Ball! And the winner is...

Houston, Texas!

CLICK HERE to read more!

WHC2008 is proud to announce that the 2008 Stoker Awards and Banquet will be held at the World Horror Convention in Salt Lake City, Utah, March 27-30, 2008.

HWA will also be sponsoring panels and participating in kaffeeklatsches at WHC2008!

In addition to this great news, WHC2008 is also hosting a film festival!

More information on both these events will be forthcoming at whc2008.org.

WHC2008 membership is $120 until 30 June, 2007. $135 until Oct. 31, 2007. Registration information is avialable at http://www.whc2008.org.

You may now purchase Flashback Weekend 2007 ticket packages at http://www.flashbackweekend.com/tickets.html!

We've also updated the Events Page at http://www.flashbackweekend.com/tickets.html!

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