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2013, CSTS Global, Events

Two cities, two countries, two continents, 3 great events

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The New Melbourne Browncoats present Battle of the Geeks Two – an Affiliate event like no other, on Friday July 19th.

Not only will the questions be fun, but so are the people asking them. See the trailer below for a taste of who will be testing the participants’ knowledge! First prize includes a double pass to Much Ado About Nothing.
Tickets must be purchased in advance.

On Friday and then again on Saturday, the NoVa Browncoats hold their annual Serenity Screening. Friday’s event runs from 10:00 p.m. to 12:30 with Serenity, a Costume Contest, a silent auction & raffle.
Saturday will have that all that as well as a concert with Mikey Mason, & a showing of Dr. Horrible’s Singalong Blog, all starting at noon.… Read more…

2013, Equality Now, Events

From one U.S. coast to another with a stop in the U.K. along the way.

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The Seattle Browncoats aren’t content with doing a screening. They are doing two on the same day.
On Saturday July 13, the 2:00 matinee also features live entertainment in the form of Firebird’s Children. The “Special Hell” evening screening at 7:00 has pre-movie entertainment from NERDprov, followed by the movie with texting-to-screen Hecklevision available to all cell phones present.

Both screenings offer raffles including one very special prize, a Seattle CSTS tote bag autographed by Nathan Fillion.
The screenings are in a new venue this year, the Central Cinema, which has a full restaurant and bar.
Tickets are selling fast so get yours while you can.

One of our most faithful sponsors, the podcast Sending a Wave is also supporting Equality Now in a more direct fashion by holding an Affilate Event on July 13.… Read more…

2013, Events

Albuquerque “Independents Day” Screening

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On Friday July 5th, the Albuquerque Browncoats have a CSTS event at the beautiful KiMo theater.

Doors open at 5:00 with great merchandise for sale including CSTS T-shirts, browncoat T-shirts and prints from local artists, cunning hats, notecards, lanyards, and origami firefly-class ship ornaments, to name just a few items. A live auction will follow the showing of Serenity, as will a shindig! Dr. Horrible will also be shown.

There is also a raffle and ‘Verse costumes are encouraged for the evening.

Celebrate Independents Day with the Albuquerque Browncoats.

Kimo… Read more…

2013, Events

Can’t Stop the Serenity Flies with a Screening in Vancouver

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On Saturday, May 25th, Vancouver returns with their 8th Annual CSTS Screening.

But they’re not sitting on their laurels. This year promises to be better than ever.
There is a scavenger hunt on now, with the winner to be announced at the screening.

Jewel Staite dropped by to sign all sorts of items for the auction. She has even offered to record a ringtone for some successful bidder!
There is trivia bingo, and since it is Towel Day there will even be some Vorgon poetry! There’s an Evil Laugh contest, a screening of Dr. Horrible’s Singalong Blog and more!

And of course, Serenity itself. It all starts at 12:30 and details can be found here or here.… Read more…

2013, CSTS Global, Events

Message from Dave

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Hello Browncoats! We’re coming up on our eighth year; who would
have believed that a grass roots movement based on a failed TV show and
a movie that barely broke even would have lasted this long or done so
much good.

A guy had an idea and others bought into it, nurtured it and
now here we are. I don’t know the names of all the plank owners, the
organizers of the first events, but one day I will and if I ever meet
you I’ll certainly buy the first round.

We’ve been asking around for ways to make things better and we’ve received some good ideas.
First, the registration process is being streamlined.
Second,we’re going to open up the event window to include April and May.… Read more…

2012, Events

Watch the 2012 CSTS Intro Video

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During the CSTS 2012 Season, attendees at the screenings were treated to a special introductory video.

Well known Whedon actors welcome the fans to the screening, and thank them for attending. Didn’t get a chance to go to a screening this year? No worries! We have now put the video up on our YouTube channel for all to see. Sean Maher, Tahmoh Penikett, Amy Acker, Jane Espensen, and artist Jason Palmer guest star.

The video also includes the piece “When We Speak, written by Joss Whedon and performed at the 20th Anniversary Fundraiser for Equality Now.

The global team would like to offer our special thanks to all those who contributed to the video, and to Liam Merrick for pulling it all together.

Check out our YouTube Channel for more videos, including past Global Intros and content from Equality Now on their 20th Anniversary.… Read more…

2012, CSTS Global, Firefly and Serenity

The 2013 Auction has Begun

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Our Global Auction for Equality Now have begun! This is your chance to get your hands on some amazing Whedonverse collectables and more, while helping a wonderful cause.

Go here -http://bit.ly/TxTYEj

How about a silver Jewellry box which Gina Torres gave to the cast & crew during the filming of Firefly?

Or a Fanny pack which Sarah Michelle Gellar and Alyson Hannigan gave to the Buffy crew at Christmas, 1998.
These are both incredibly rare.

The Avengers make their appearance with 2 full sized, double sided Movie posters along with a hard to find Dollhouse poster. You might also be interested in some of the official Avengers swag.

Maybe you are more into nifty crafts. Then you’ll love our Big Damn Heroes created as knit dolls.… Read more…

2012, Events

Final Weekend of CSTS Events

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The last weekend of Can’t Stop The Serenity events sees us end with a bang as five screenings and an Affiliate event take place in the US and Canada.

Salt Lake City has an afternoon of fun planned for Sept. 29th with a Costume Contest, raffle and of course Serenity. Since it is a Cinema pub you must be 21 with ID to enter.

Edmonton, AB is showing all episodes of the Guild – at the Whedon friendly comic book store Happy Harbour Comics. The fun gets underway at 10:30. Details at the website.

Can’t Stop The Serenity – Orange County is back for their 5th year with Serenity, Dr. Horrible and new this year, live music from “Hello, the Future” which includes Firefly filk. There will also be an auction of collectibles and of course, prizes!… Read more…

2012, Sponsors

Why Think Geek supports CSTS

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We asked our sponsors why they support Can’t Stop The Serenity.

This is what Steven Zimmerman of Think Geek had to say.

“”Because our coats are brown.
Because life should be shiny.
Because everyone can be a big damn hero.

It might be cliche, but we’re fans above all else. ThinkGeek does what it does because everyone here has an interest in the culture and community that surrounds and astounds us.
CSTS is no different. To see such a dedicated group going out year after year not only rallying around a beloved movie and show, but harnessing that power and turning it to the forces of good is a sight to behold.

We’re all in this one together and we’re proud to stand side by side with other Browncoats the world over.”… Read more…

2012, Events

Serenity screenings Aug. 24-26

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It’s another full weekend for Can’t Stop The Serenity Cities.

The New Melbourne Browncoats have an afternoon packed full. There will be a raffle, auction, door prizes, Dr. Horrible will be shown and the New Melbourne Browncoats plan to beat Philadelphia’s record with their own Hero of Canton karaoke.

They will also be showing a special interview with Sean Maher filmed just for this event!
Of course, Serenity will be the main attraction..

Their Online auction on Ebay is also going strong. Be sure to check it out.

The Seattle Browncoats are showing Serenity 2 nights in a row at the Browncoat friendly Wayward Coffee house.The Festivities start with Geek Bingo.

Kansas City, Missouri Browncoats will be able to catch Serenity on either Aug 24th, 25th or 26th.… Read more…

2012, CSTS Global, Events

See Serenity Aug 8 ,9, 10 or 11th.

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Chelmsford, UK is new to CSTS but you’d never know it by all they have on offer on Aug. 8th. They are showing Serenity & Dr. Horrible, running a Fancy Dress competition, and running a raffle. Food includes themed cupcakes and cocktails.

Pittsburgh is not only showing Serenity, they’re playing games and attendees can win raffle tickets playing those games! They have incredible prizes including artwork, handmade crafts, & unique themed items. All this and more on Aug. 11th.

Minneapolis has been running CSTS events for all 7 years and they haven’t slowed down! This year they are showing Serenity 3 different nights, each accompanied by a different movie such as Dr. Horrible or the Guild.
For a detailed schedule, head over to their website. … Read more…

2012, Events

Four Events. Three Countries.

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Australia, Canada and the United States are all holding CSTS Screenings this weekend and not one event is the same!

The Browncoats of Shoalhaven, NSW, Australia are running their very first event. They will have a raffle, prizes for Best Dressed and will show Dr. Horrible as well as Serenity. The excitement is running high for this August 3rd screening!

The San Francisco,U.S. Browncoats have been running CSTS events since the beginning. Now in their 7th Year, they are rightfully proud of their new venue, the Delancy St. Screening Room. Among its many charms are the ergonomic chairs! The SF events will feature Dr. Horrible as well as Serenity. Don’t forget your Jayne Hat – there will be a Jayne Hat mob photo!

Grande Prairie, AB, Canada is another new member of the CSTS family.… Read more…

2012, Events

A Busy CSTS Weekend

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It’s a busy weekend July 27 – 29 with multiple events happening.

Perth starts it off with a CSTS Shindig that promises much merriment and a costume contest and probably a drink or two.

Staying in Australia, there is another Affilate event by the New Melbourne Browncoats. They are showing Season 3 of The Guild on Saturday, July 28th. Everyone is welcome to head out for dinner afterwards.

Also on Saturday, the Rocky Mountain Browncoats are back for another year. There will be a costume contest before the showing of Serenity, so come prepared! The Cinema Grill is a full service restaurant and bar, so the shindig will start as soon as you enter!
After the tragic event in Aurora on July 20th, Denver CSTS will be giving 25% to the Aurora Shooting Victims Fund and they ask those who can’t make it to the screening to still give via the donate button on their website.… Read more…

2012, CSTS Global, Sponsors

Why Scott Allie & Dark Horse support CSTS

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We asked our sponsors why, year after year, they support Can’t Stop the Serenity & Equality Now. This is what Scott Allie of Dark Horse had to say.

“We’ve always loved the fact that Can’t Stop the Serenity started here in Portland, the same as Dark Horse. We deal with a lot of different kinds of fandom in comics, and it’s amazing when this silly fantasy stuff that we all love so much can generate real good in the world.

What the Browncoats achieve with CSTS and all their charitable efforts is humbling and adds to our pride in contributing to the world Joss created.”… Read more…

2012, Events

Arlington, VA & Fort Lauderdale FL have screenings

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On Friday July 20, Arlington has their first of 2 screenings of Serenity, along with a Costume Contest, an auction and a raffle. The next day, Saturday the 21st, they do it all again but with the added content of Dr. Horrible’s Singalong Blog.

Get a ticket to one or both days.

Fort Lauderdale is running their event on Saturday July 21st. Not only is Serenity being shown but they also have a special performance by South Florida Taiko Dojo, a Japanese Drumming group who so wowed the audience last year they are back to do it again.
The event is being held at Cinema Paradiso

Both Fort Lauderdale and Arlington are running their events in a space with a full bar!… Read more…

2012, CSTS Global, Sponsors

Why JL Hilton Supports CSTS

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I organized the first Raleigh screening in 2006, because I loved Firefly. I loved it with all my heart and soul, in a way I’d never loved any TV show before. At the time, I didn’t expect to raise money for Equality Now. I expected to pay hundreds of dollars for the venue rental and movie rights out of my own pocket, to sit in a theater with maybe twelve other people and watch Serenity on the big damn screen again.

Instead, the 200-seat theater sold out. We had a costume contest, and several people actually showed up in costume. People bought raffle tickets. A donation was made to Equality Now. And I made new friends who have become like family.

Over the years, I learned more about Equality Now, and I found out about Kids Need to Read.… Read more…

2012, CSTS Global, Firefly and Serenity

A Word from our Sponsors: Why We Support CSTS

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This is the first in a series from our sponsors. We asked them why, year after year, they support Can’t Stop the Serenity & Equality Now.

First up, one of our Lifetime Sponsors, Andy Gore, CEO of Quantum Mechanix:

“We all got on this boat for the same reason: To make awesome stuff for the greatest TV show ever and to serve the community of Browncoats (to which we belong).

Some folks said we were crazy to put all that love into a show that only lived half a season. But we didn’t listen, because miracles happen only when you push ahead against the odds. And maybe only when you’re crazy. But gorammit, if it didn’t work. So here we are, seven years later, still honoring Firefly the best way we can and loving every minute of it.… Read more…

2011, Equality Now, Events, Firefly and Serenity

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…