Steel City LUG | Will McDine | Activity https://steelcitylug.com/members/willmcdine/activity/ Activity feed for Will McDine. Mon, 14 Sep 2026 17:23:55 -0400 https://buddypress.org/?v= en-US 30 hourly 2 2fd0f14f4e3f3cf9c130b9799c3b309f Will McDine replied to the topic Estate Sale Lot in the forum BUY / SELL / TRADE! https://steelcitylug.com/forum/topic/estate-sale-lot/#post-70909 Sat, 29 Aug 2026 01:01:33 -0400 Any of it honestly. I think the acquisition of it all would be a great benefit for the club

]]> 0 8d58491106c9a359d9ca5f5f01a4cb78 Will McDine replied to the topic Estate Sale Lot in the forum BUY / SELL / TRADE! https://steelcitylug.com/forum/topic/estate-sale-lot/#post-70906 Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:17:21 -0400 I support the LUG purchasing some or all of the sets

]]> 0 ac20b2a8f03e9fc3402c7f559e1e9bd5 Will McDine replied to the topic Estate Sale Lot in the forum BUY / SELL / TRADE! https://steelcitylug.com/forum/topic/estate-sale-lot/#post-70747 Thu, 20 Aug 2026 00:49:49 -0400 Subbed. I dont know for sure if I will buy anything, but im curious to see what they have to offer!

]]> 0 cacc1d4207ed5b0080a705daed7c270e Will McDine replied to the topic New Wheels for Wheels Bingo Benefit in the forum Off Topic https://steelcitylug.com/forum/topic/new-wheels-for-wheels-bingo-benefit/#post-70198 Tue, 07 Jul 2026 03:05:57 -0400 Sorry for the lack of info, This is being put on by Nicholas’s sister and is still a work in progress. The Venmo link is the only link for outside fundraising for the time being. If a go fund me is made I will be sure to share it.

]]> 0 e5cffcbca515d195d5956c6330a8278e Will McDine replied to the topic Bionicle, hero factory, buildable figures? in the forum All Things LEGO! https://steelcitylug.com/forum/topic/bionicle-hero-factory-buildable-figures/#post-70104 Wed, 24 Jun 2026 19:17:40 -0400 Welcome to the club! While I am not into bionicle, I also have a large bin of Bionicle parts that came in a bulk lot I purchased. I was planning on taking it to Brick Fair Oaks in an attempt to get rid of some of it, but you are welcome to take a look though it as well.

]]> 0 eb2665fe2447300df927d59c857d54bb Will McDine replied to the topic Hi, I'm Anne! in the forum Introductions https://steelcitylug.com/forum/topic/hi-im-anne/#post-70055 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 18:30:30 -0400 Welcome to the club! Nice to have another south hills member!

]]> 0 bd097f9879c7618b92eab145ec986ece Will McDine started the topic New Wheels for Wheels Bingo Benefit in the forum Off Topic https://steelcitylug.com/forum/topic/new-wheels-for-wheels-bingo-benefit/ Wed, 10 Jun 2026 07:22:46 -0400 Hey all! Most everyone here knows Nicholas (@nkurta0505). For those who do not know him he is a fellow LUG member who has Muscular Dystrophy and is confined to a motorized wheelchair. His primary way of getting around tahn is a converted Mini-Van that allows him to drive without the need for foot pedals. Said van has consistently broken down over…Read more

]]> 0 d4659c77e3112057baa240d661d9ad32 Will McDine replied to the topic International Day of Play - LEGO Crafts and Art Thread in the forum LUG discussions https://steelcitylug.com/forum/topic/international-day-of-play-lego-crafts-and-art-thread/#post-69755 Fri, 22 May 2026 18:41:00 -0400 With the date and time frame of the event I am not certain I can participate like I had originally intended. It will all depend on my OT schedule that week. I know for sure I can not display, but If I can I will stop by and staff for a bit I will.

]]> 0 8a081928acadedf4d35e1128bb99cb48 Will McDine replied to the topic Brick Erie 2026 in the forum LUG discussions https://steelcitylug.com/forum/topic/brick-erie-2026/#post-69707 Tue, 19 May 2026 01:10:27 -0400 So I was just up in Erie for a College Graduation. For those of you who have attended in the past all of that road work in the area is still going on. There seems to be a lot more going on in the bay area than there was last year. One thing to note is that as of this past weekend, the parking garage directly in front of the Courtyard was closed…Read more

]]> 0 ca16eeb995f691054562dbae5417d14e Will McDine replied to the topic Brick Erie 2026 in the forum LUG discussions https://steelcitylug.com/forum/topic/brick-erie-2026/#post-69666 Fri, 15 May 2026 02:18:38 -0400 They do. I forget if it is Friday or Saturday night, but yes they do. And there are some vendors that attend.

]]> 0 948da015905041b0b0db09c4ecb0d663 Will McDine replied to the topic Brick Erie 2026 in the forum LUG discussions https://steelcitylug.com/forum/topic/brick-erie-2026/#post-69621 Sun, 10 May 2026 02:15:50 -0400 I personally am doing the buffet dinners. The problem with this convention center is once you leave, there is almost no reentry. The Security there is incredibly tight. Its both very comforting and a pain in the butt at the same time.

]]> 0 b3c4d4182d6b6a3570ae0172865b18e7 Will McDine replied to the topic LAN Update: Transition of LAN Program to LEGO Fan CoLab in the forum Contributing member discussions https://steelcitylug.com/forum/topic/lan-update-transition-of-lan-program-to-lego-fan-colab/page/2/#post-69540 Sat, 02 May 2026 03:52:15 -0400 I was just coming to suggest this. The more I think about this, the more I understand it. TLG is saying hey, we are changing the way the program is done, Same program, just different name. But at that same time they want all current members to reapply because 1. they want refreshed Data and 2. they want more say in who gets to stay in the program…Read more

]]> 0 943c55948b1910eff1c81b28d142aeef Will McDine replied to the topic Brickfair Oaks 2026 in the forum LUG discussions https://steelcitylug.com/forum/topic/brickfair-oaks-2026/#post-69539 Sat, 02 May 2026 02:35:09 -0400 It appears the Hotel group code was posted today. Appears to have 2 hotels right next to each other. The Hampton Inn and Hilton Garden in. Both of which are between $135 and $150 per night.

]]> 0 5345c226fbcab2ec0009c158f51619b1 Will McDine replied to the topic BrickFair Virginia BFVA BFNova 2026 in the forum LUG discussions https://steelcitylug.com/forum/topic/brickfair-virginia-bfva-bfnova-2026/#post-69537 Sat, 02 May 2026 01:26:22 -0400 Well, it appears Todd has settled on Baltimore for the 2026 show. Dates are August 12th-16th. I personally will not be in attendance. It’s odd, on the yak on brickfairs site this appeared to be the popular choice, but in the unofficial discord it is far from popular. Curious to see how this plays out.

]]> 0 6687c7beb5caeec37f7da8da8738c703 Will McDine replied to the topic BrickFair Virginia BFVA BFNova 2026 in the forum LUG discussions https://steelcitylug.com/forum/topic/brickfair-virginia-bfva-bfnova-2026/#post-69525 Wed, 29 Apr 2026 21:18:53 -0400 I actually did not get that email, so thank you for posting about it Ben. I officially voted to skip the summer show. It sucks, but I don’t know how he can logistically make that happen in such short a time. Good for him though.

]]> 0 807fd527851bfd088847a6a573c093f0 Will McDine replied to the topic LAN Update: Transition of LAN Program to LEGO Fan CoLab in the forum Contributing member discussions https://steelcitylug.com/forum/topic/lan-update-transition-of-lan-program-to-lego-fan-colab/#post-69514 Wed, 29 Apr 2026 02:48:02 -0400 The 5th works for me, I wont have OT that day so I am available most of the afternoon/early evening.

]]> 0 faa6fdb4cd4bb1191f6ca26aabc28ae0 Will McDine replied to the topic Brickfair Oaks 2026 in the forum LUG discussions https://steelcitylug.com/forum/topic/brickfair-oaks-2026/#post-69486 Tue, 28 Apr 2026 02:49:40 -0400 I used the Tru by Hilton last year, and it is the same hotel I used when I went to Philly Brickfest in 2023. Its not a bad hotel, especially for the price. Right now its showing $115 per night for a king room. That includes parking and free breakfast each morning. It shares a parking lot with a Wa-Wa, has a grocery store and a Wal-Mart across…Read more

]]> 0 10ff98b2ce4971ac008f1673a0377136 Will McDine replied to the topic LAN Update: Transition of LAN Program to LEGO Fan CoLab in the forum Contributing member discussions https://steelcitylug.com/forum/topic/lan-update-transition-of-lan-program-to-lego-fan-colab/#post-69485 Tue, 28 Apr 2026 02:36:35 -0400 This is an incredibly valid point here, and I think it could easily be done. Personally, I see it as a no brainer for us. All TLG (from my understanding) wants us to do is add a more structured element to our group. In my mind the main thing we need to discuss is how we want our structure system to look.

]]> 0 dfe814b60d1d8fdb6223e5e3868cca88 Will McDine replied to the topic BrickFair Virginia BFVA BFNova 2026 in the forum LUG discussions https://steelcitylug.com/forum/topic/brickfair-virginia-bfva-bfnova-2026/#post-69484 Tue, 28 Apr 2026 02:32:10 -0400 We have solidified our plans for our California and Hawaii trip in July, we were able to pull off a few extra days than anticipated and will not be back until August 1st, so I am for sure out regardless of location. I must say I look forward to seeing what Todd is able to pull off. I fear though that this last minute rush could potentially put a…Read more

]]> 0 cd3309a36b2cdc7db72045da04414c05 Will McDine replied to the topic I will PAY YOU to build LEGO! in the forum BUY / SELL / TRADE! https://steelcitylug.com/forum/topic/i-will-pay-you-to-build-lego/#post-69407 Sun, 26 Apr 2026 20:52:24 -0400 Done! Feel free to text me or email any time.

]]> 0 cf1518b320c65a1ea96e8020896fbbdc Will McDine replied to the topic I will PAY YOU to build LEGO! in the forum BUY / SELL / TRADE! https://steelcitylug.com/forum/topic/i-will-pay-you-to-build-lego/#post-69405 Sun, 26 Apr 2026 19:10:12 -0400 Hey Henry! I’m located in Baldwin Borough (3.5 miles away from South Hills Village) and would be interested in this.

]]> 0 923ee4d07d976b9a09510bb8c641819e Will McDine replied to the topic Brickfair Oaks 2026 in the forum LUG discussions https://steelcitylug.com/forum/topic/brickfair-oaks-2026/#post-69381 Fri, 24 Apr 2026 20:42:07 -0400 @bengood921 in reference to this, I was able to go back and find the Brickfair site from last year. It appears there were group rates for the Hilton Garden Inn, the Tru by Hilton, and one other hotel for 2025 so I would assume we will be getting some sort of group code at some point. Looks like the room rate for the Main hotel was $149 per night

]]> 0 6e3842bdaf4eea973cb5c43c279b8d47 Will McDine replied to the topic Brick Erie 2026 in the forum LUG discussions https://steelcitylug.com/forum/topic/brick-erie-2026/#post-69380 Fri, 24 Apr 2026 18:26:32 -0400 As you should be! Brick Erie is one of my favorite events now. It is truly unlike any other CON. I love it because its smaller in both AFOL and public attendance, so there is a ton of time to socialize with everyone, look at MOCs, and participate in activities both with the LEGO side and the main Comic Con side.

This is truly the convention to…Read more

]]> 0 0c2ad7bc8c94cdd855a8312e0547f86c Will McDine replied to the topic Brickfair Oaks 2026 in the forum LUG discussions https://steelcitylug.com/forum/topic/brickfair-oaks-2026/#post-69379 Fri, 24 Apr 2026 18:20:10 -0400 Yeahh, No idea why they choose Oaks. Last year they had it named Brickfair Oaks, this year it appears possible name change has been made to “Brickfair PA”. Regardless its a nice area. I personally love this convention center. For those unaware it is the same convention Center that used to house Brick Fest Live’s main stage show Philly Brick…Read more

]]> 0 912a0f1e0c5728ff2d396b4918d6e28e Will McDine replied to the topic Brick Erie 2026 in the forum LUG discussions https://steelcitylug.com/forum/topic/brick-erie-2026/#post-69368 Fri, 24 Apr 2026 04:54:23 -0400 Probably should’ve mentioned this in the initial post, Dates for the show are Friday September 18th- Sunday September 20th. Traditionally Install has been Thursday morning/afternoon, and Friday Morning. Everyone needs to be checked in and set up by Friday for the 2pm Show opening. I have attended this show by going up Thursday and Friday, For me…Read more

]]> 0 0079c676df8d9f8d3be40278463054b8 Will McDine started the topic Brick Erie 2026 in the forum LUG discussions https://steelcitylug.com/forum/topic/brick-erie-2026/ Fri, 24 Apr 2026 04:48:47 -0400 Brick Erie 2026 is coming up fast! For those who do not know, Brick Erie is a smaller convention style show that runs along side Erie Comic-Con. The show is ran by Skip who is a member of Charm City LUG down in Maryland. This will be the 5th year of Brick Erie so we are looking to make this the biggest show yet! This show might not be the largest,…Read more

]]> 0 3ad8c4e1e33ed16d55fe24f6bce9d10c Will McDine replied to the topic BAM Pittsburgh North - Hoth May 4th and Residency in the forum LUG discussions https://steelcitylug.com/forum/topic/bam-pittsburgh-north-hoth-may-4th-and-residency/#post-69347 Thu, 23 Apr 2026 07:54:05 -0400 Thats perfectly fine. No issues there

I will be there around 10, possibly a few minutes later due to distance/traffic.

]]> 0 04d3186025c2aa0b65b613080c4f4295 Will McDine replied to the topic International Day of Play - LEGO Crafts and Art Thread in the forum LUG discussions https://steelcitylug.com/forum/topic/international-day-of-play-lego-crafts-and-art-thread/#post-69295 Sun, 19 Apr 2026 03:14:50 -0400 I was also curious about this. I thought when we initially discussed it that a display was obvious, now I’m not as confident in that.

]]> 0 ae7c4cf9c4b1a0915436257a44fd32b5 Will McDine replied to the topic BAM Pittsburgh North - Hoth May 4th and Residency in the forum LUG discussions https://steelcitylug.com/forum/topic/bam-pittsburgh-north-hoth-may-4th-and-residency/#post-69279 Fri, 17 Apr 2026 18:37:47 -0400 Okay, I can make that work if it is good for the majority

]]> 0 6ab496222a23c94ac9db5683191265ff Will McDine replied to the topic BAM Pittsburgh North - Hoth May 4th and Residency in the forum LUG discussions https://steelcitylug.com/forum/topic/bam-pittsburgh-north-hoth-may-4th-and-residency/#post-69267 Fri, 17 Apr 2026 02:56:26 -0400 Sunday the 26th for sure works better for me, But define morning? I only ask because I work Saturday overnight and Saturday is the last day of the NFL draft, so I will be busy at work and there will likely be more traffic Sunday trying to get anywhere.

]]> 0 5f4a5012f2931895aefa0ef909089f55 Will McDine replied to the topic Brick Convention Johnstown in the forum LUG discussions https://steelcitylug.com/forum/topic/brick-convention-johnstown/#post-69169 Wed, 08 Apr 2026 02:45:37 -0400 I just confirmed with Alexis that right now I need to back out of this event. The overhead cost is just a bit much for us to swallow right now with her being out of work. That said, I think myself and @nkurta0505 are planning on driving up Sunday morning to take a look around!

]]> 0 93b690d2c05f0491bd09345490e8ff24 Will McDine replied to the topic Goods News: I’m Moving to Pittsburgh! Now I Need Advice/Help in the forum Off Topic https://steelcitylug.com/forum/topic/goods-news-im-moving-to-pittsburgh-now-i-need-advice-help/#post-69168 Wed, 08 Apr 2026 02:43:25 -0400 I told you that would be a good location for you! I have a ton of local spots. Castle Shannon was my stomping grounds growing up. Now im only about 10 minutes away from there.

]]> 0 08c8ea25cf11bf67e70a20d4c4b56588 Will McDine replied to the topic BAM Pittsburgh North - Hoth May 4th and Residency in the forum LUG discussions https://steelcitylug.com/forum/topic/bam-pittsburgh-north-hoth-may-4th-and-residency/#post-69139 Thu, 02 Apr 2026 18:40:06 -0400 Just let me know. The only reason couldn’t bring it before was I ran out of space in the car. For this, It shouldn’t be an issue.

]]> 0 0c3a25af10277276e8f6ccf956456064 Will McDine replied to the topic BAM Pittsburgh North - Hoth May 4th and Residency in the forum LUG discussions https://steelcitylug.com/forum/topic/bam-pittsburgh-north-hoth-may-4th-and-residency/#post-69135 Thu, 02 Apr 2026 04:40:23 -0400 I can make that happen if we need one!

]]> 0 d17a24d3cc4c9d72f570855a443b0c84 Will McDine replied to the topic Q2 Meeting Date Poll in the forum LUG discussions https://steelcitylug.com/forum/topic/q2-meeting-date-poll/#post-69134 Thu, 02 Apr 2026 04:36:46 -0400 I am likely out for this. Alexis’s recovery has been harder on me personally than I expected. If I can pull it off though I will be there.

]]> 0 8187d012859d45ef7b0d38fccaea3cf7 Will McDine replied to the topic BAM Pittsburgh North - Hoth May 4th and Residency in the forum LUG discussions https://steelcitylug.com/forum/topic/bam-pittsburgh-north-hoth-may-4th-and-residency/#post-69088 Tue, 31 Mar 2026 00:53:29 -0400 The Empire Fire/Rescue standing by!

]]> 0 a8e88a6a4267be77afe4e6f1d12c29ec Will McDine replied to the topic Brick Convention Johnstown in the forum LUG discussions https://steelcitylug.com/forum/topic/brick-convention-johnstown/#post-69087 Tue, 31 Mar 2026 00:45:42 -0400 I might one day trip it, I feel bad not displaying at a Local (ish) show, but with Alexis’s extended recovery time I dont think paying for full display plus gas and potential hotel stay is very smart of me. If someone wants to make the effort to put together a LUG display I will gladly contribute though.

]]> 0 64013da7a1845bdd6787ac593a12661a Will McDine started the topic Brick Convention Johnstown in the forum LUG discussions https://steelcitylug.com/forum/topic/brick-convention-johnstown/ Sun, 22 Mar 2026 04:06:54 -0400 Posted this on discord earlier, figured I would bring it to the forum. I was scrolling on Facebook earlier today and got an add for Brick Convention in Johnstown (Cambria County, Appx 1hr 30m from dahn tahn). I dont believe I can manage displaying the full event, But I wasnt sure if anyone was going or planning to…Read more

]]> 0 533131f7eef0e28f79a446925179adb7 Will McDine replied to the topic Threadjacking in the forum All Things LEGO! https://steelcitylug.com/forum/topic/threadjacking/page/64/#post-68842 Wed, 11 Mar 2026 18:43:50 -0400 Use the technic axel part of the Brick Separator. That has always worked for me. Just make sure to put the axel in the back end of the window (obviously) and at the top or bottom part of the window pane. If you put it in the middle and apply force it wont work nearly as well.

]]> 0 97de6785f8dfb78eba35a91c5df6ea7c Will McDine replied to the topic Brickfair Oaks 2026 in the forum LUG discussions https://steelcitylug.com/forum/topic/brickfair-oaks-2026/#post-68494 Sat, 21 Feb 2026 05:15:39 -0500 Last year he used the Hilton Garden Inn that is already listed on the Oaks 2026 page. I personally didn’t stay there so I don’t recall if there was a group rate or not. I would assume there was in some fashion. I stayed at the Tru by Hilton a few miles down the road. It was okay. Free breakfast, right across the street from a Wal-Mart, shared a…Read more

]]> 0 7f7336469d2b775abe9158bb4e69a88a Will McDine replied to the topic Brickfair Oaks 2026 in the forum LUG discussions https://steelcitylug.com/forum/topic/brickfair-oaks-2026/#post-68472 Thu, 19 Feb 2026 04:27:13 -0500 Sounds like a plan! I am undecided in what I am bringing/building yet, but I have a few ideas floating around. In reality it will likely be the same stuff I have at Erie

]]> 0 fd80c1acbfa70571c87e0e05326c3e45 Will McDine started the topic Brickfair Oaks 2026 in the forum LUG discussions https://steelcitylug.com/forum/topic/brickfair-oaks-2026/ Tue, 17 Feb 2026 01:22:33 -0500 With the recent announcement that TUBS will not be returning to Pittsburgh until April of 2027, I have gone ahead and confirmed my attendance at Brickfair Oaks for this year. The show this year runs from Thursday November 5th thru Sunday November 8th.

I will say for this being a smaller Brickfair, I highly enjoyed it last year. For those of you…Read more

]]> 0 813b2f7e2119523962f2e07953405716 Will McDine replied to the topic BrickFair Virginia BFVA BFNova 2026 in the forum LUG discussions https://steelcitylug.com/forum/topic/brickfair-virginia-bfva-bfnova-2026/#post-68239 Sat, 07 Feb 2026 03:22:41 -0500 I don’t want to start rumors or #threadjack, but talks on the TUBS discord point to skipping this November, and moving the Pittsburgh show to April. Next show would be in April of 27. This is due to the ongoing scheduling conflicts with the Monroeville Convention Center and not wanting to conflict with Brick Fair Oaks.

I will say I enjoyed…Read more

]]> 0 e8bae01a15103c4afe1274037f5ebc33 Will McDine replied to the topic BrickFair Virginia BFVA BFNova 2026 in the forum LUG discussions https://steelcitylug.com/forum/topic/brickfair-virginia-bfva-bfnova-2026/#post-68234 Fri, 06 Feb 2026 04:25:43 -0500 With the comments on the TUBS discord recently regarding their scheduling I have gone ahead and committed to Brickfair Oaks. I will start a separate thread on that here soon.

]]> 0 2df62dd300bbe0d76357d211a97cb8e8 Will McDine replied to the topic BrickFair Virginia BFVA BFNova 2026 in the forum LUG discussions https://steelcitylug.com/forum/topic/brickfair-virginia-bfva-bfnova-2026/#post-68172 Sun, 01 Feb 2026 05:26:36 -0500 There was some talk on the unofficial Brickfair Discord site about this too. There was some discussion about the overall size of the new space but I don’t remember if it is the same square footage or if it is different. In terms of the event, Todd said at Brickfair OAKS that he really wants to keep the same weekend, and he would be willing to skip…Read more

]]> 0 b43b1b10b5adeeb5e4a3744e7c9dfbf8 Will McDine replied to the topic 2026 Q1 Meeting in the forum LUG discussions https://steelcitylug.com/forum/topic/q1-meeting/#post-68171 Sun, 01 Feb 2026 05:14:58 -0500 I am out for this unfortunately. I will be in Walt Disney World that day, and leaving for a cruise the next. Yinz have fun!

]]> 0 83e72f07a5743baeed9297ba50167b69 Will McDine replied to the topic LAN Update - 2026 Project Support - April 1 in the forum LUG discussions https://steelcitylug.com/forum/topic/lan-update-2026-project-support-april-1/#post-68150 Fri, 30 Jan 2026 19:25:09 -0500 I would be in support of either. Remember one of the biggest changes to this program is TLG’s focus on approving projects for support is Getting Bricks into the hands of Children and Families, as well as public interaction! Expanding/bolstering our MILS supply is always a good thing, But LEGO is looking for more on our end to include the public in…Read more

]]> 0 12d940ed831b1b7ffe8e6878fe689af6 Will McDine replied to the topic Q2 Meeting Date Poll in the forum LUG discussions https://steelcitylug.com/forum/topic/q2-meeting-date-poll/#post-68061 Wed, 28 Jan 2026 03:31:40 -0500 Saturdays are equally bad for me because of work. My chances of attending in person are slim, but I will do what I can

]]> 0 44100537a8fa83035747c4277d5fb0b7 Will McDine replied to the topic Q2 Meeting Date Poll in the forum LUG discussions https://steelcitylug.com/forum/topic/q2-meeting-date-poll/#post-67936 Sat, 24 Jan 2026 04:24:48 -0500 April 5th would work best here simply because I’m off Sundays

]]> 0 4858ff16191840d801ae02e7aac7ad54 Will McDine replied to the topic Empire Brick CON 2026 in the forum LUG discussions https://steelcitylug.com/forum/topic/empire-brick-con-2026/#post-67871 Wed, 21 Jan 2026 03:21:34 -0500 Consider me Subeed. My convention attendance is still very much pending, but this is on my radar

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