NEVADA INVENTORS ASSOCIATION
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It is Show and Tell Time for Local Inventors
In lieu of a regular meeting this month the Nevada Inventors will be hosting a summer picnic and Inventors mixer
on July 28 at Galena Creek Park. All association members, families, and interested guests are invited to attend.
Bring your invention, rumor has it that there may be a unique single-man helicopter, or prototype to discuss with
the group.
The picnic will begin at l am and run until 2pm. Please see red insert for map and details. Fried chicken, side
dishes, and drinks provided. Please bring a dessert to share.
For a detailed map and directions to Galena Creek Park please see red insert. For more information call Don Costar,
NIA Founder, 322-9636.
The Nevada Inventors Association
2001 Officers and Directors
President: Randy Sloan 747-3711
Vice President: William Torch, 329-4060
Secretary and Treasurer: Vince Chemist 677-0123
Sergeant at Arms: Floyd Krebs
Program Director: Carol Foldvary-Anderson
Program Director: John Martinson 747-1650
Nia Founder: Don Costar 322-9636
Web Master: Vince Chemist 677-0123
Newsletter Editor: Margaret Stewart 787-0314
Calendar for 2001
Meeting and Events
Sat 7/28- 11 am Picnic
Galena Creek Park, Bear Mat (north Facility)
8/18 - 8/26 State Fair
looking for booth volunteers and inventions to display.
State Fair Chairman: George Kent
9/22 - 9am to noon
meeting room 101 WMC
Sat 10/20 - 9am to noon 3rd Saturday
meeting room 101 WMC
Sat 11/17 - 9 am to noon 3rd Saturday
Meeting room 101 WMC
UIA BULLETIN BOARD
August is National Inventors' Month! Contact your local
libraries. They may request free display materials. Kit includes a
banner, 5 1l" x 17" posters, stickers and bookmarks for kids. All they
have to do is go to www.inventorsdigest.com and click on
National Inventors' Month. You can conduct local seminars. This
is the time to promote the image of the independent inventor.
The Ananda Lewis Show is looking for young girls who have invented a great product. They are also looking for women
under 30 who, on their own, have invented a product that made at least a million dollars. Lastly they are looking
for inventions that were created as a way of dealing with a tragedy and as a method of preventing any further loss
by other families. Please contact Gina Kim at gkim@kingworld if you are or know of such an inventor.
August 3-4, 2001 - 6'h Annual Independent Inventor's Conference. Celebrating National Inventors Month. Sponsored
by the US Patent and Trademark Office. www.uspto.gov/go/iic200 1.
California TV Station Looking For You!
PBS Affiliate KIXE - Channel 9 in Redding California is looking for inventors in Northern California (why not Nevada
too?) that they can feature during National Inventors' Month August. They want people who can explain the process
of new product development- patenting, prototyping, and market research. If you have a story to tell and information
to share, write to kitty_conner@kixe.pbs.org.
Out of the Mouths of Babes
A wonderful addition to last month's meeting agenda was the appearance of Christopher Yocom and his mother. Yocom,
is the recipient of the Lemelson $100,000 scholarship award given to a high school student for a paten table, marketable
invention. While working on his idea, he was encouraged by a helpful neighbor, his mom, and the motivation of a
good grade in Science class. Experienced inventors in the audience had to smile as he spoke of his patent search
and the difficulties involved in writing and describing his invention. All in the audience marveled at this student
who's very inexperience seemed to help him through the process. There were very few preconceived notions of difficulty
or possibilities. Not one person told him he could be putting his time to better use. He just did it. And maybe
we should too.
"The Whole World steps aside for the man who know where he is going" anonymous
Make Plans to Attend the Toy and Game Inventor's Forum
(An open letter from the folks at TGIF)
Dear Inventors:
We personally would like to invite all to come to this years' TGIF (Toy and Game Inventor's Forum) again being
held in Las Vegas, Nevada, September 6-8 2001 at Bally Hotel. This not-for profit program was made just for you!
We will again have all the key companies and personnel from toy, entertainment, retail and many other industries
represented. In addition, we will have a special "industry executives only" round table at the end of
the forum and we invite "those in the know" to participate! All we are missing is YOU.
The trade show at TGIF is very popular. The tradeshow spotlights service companies who wish to sell their service
or enhance their presence in the toy industry. We typically have lines of people waiting in front of the booths
for their turn to meet important and often difficult to find industry folks. There are typically manufacturers,
representatives from testing facilities, engineering companies, advertising agencies, as well as logistic and distribution
companies present. Pass the word about having a booth at TGIF to companies you feel would benefit from this kind
of exposure and presence.
You also won't want to miss the many programs that are provided which include presentations from McDonalds "Happy
Meal" program to NPD group discussing what is hot, not, and what the future holds. Hear the buyers take on
the Q & A panel and participate in roundtables. TGIF is a synergistic program that has fueled intra industry
action, cooperation and strategic alliances.
And don't miss the special parties and events that TGIG is famous for. We plan to outdo the previous year's racing
event and rodeo. So what are you waiting for? Come and join us. I look forward to seeing you. For more information
of TGIF or to sign up for the conference check out: www.toysngames.com. You can also reach us at 1-888-683-TGIF.
NIA IS Looking for a Few Good Men
Opportunity for Inventors to Show Their Products at the State Fair Booth
The NIA will be present and accounted for this year at the Nevada State Fair. State Fair Committee Chairman, George
Kent will pull together a group of volunteers to man our booth. Bill Young, Floyd Krebs, Len Schweitzer, Toni Patti
and Bud Clark have volunteered to help with this project. If you have enthusiasm to share about your experiences
as an independent inventor please call George Kent, 329-8863 and help out. This is a great opportunity to present
your invention to the public, receive feedback and pass out flyers or business cards. We are encouraging all members
to put in 2 to 4 hours at the booth. Spread the word about NIA as a resource for independent inventors, meet interesting
people and perhaps valuable contacts. This is a win - win opportunity for the community, our Association and yourself.
Anyone who works at the Fair is offered a free NIA shirt.
It is Show and Tell Time for Local Inventors
In lieu of a regular meeting this month the Ncvada Invcntors will be hosting a summer picnic and Inventors mixer
on July 28 at Galena Creek Park. All association members, families, and interested guests are invited to attend.
Bring your invention, rumor has it that there may be a unique single-man helicopter, or prototype to discuss with
the group.
The picnic will begin at 1lam and run until 2pm. Please see red insert for map and details. Fried chicken, side
dishes, and drinks provided. Please bring a dessert to share.
For a detailed map and directions to Galena Creek Park please see red insert. For more information call Don Costar,
NIA Founder, 322-9636.
The Nevada Inventors Association
2001 Officers and Directors
President: Randy Sloan 747-3711
Vice President: William Torch, 329-4060
Secretary and Tresurer: Vince Chemist 677-0123
Sergeant at Arms: Floyd Krebs
Program Director: Carol Foldvary-Anderson
Program Director: John Martinson 747-1650
Nia Founder: Don Costar 322-9636
Web Master: Vince Chemist 677-0123
Newsletter Editor: Margaret Stewart 787-0314
Calendar for 2001
Meeting and Events
Sat 7/28- 11am Picnic
Galena Creek Park, Bear Mat (north Facility)
8/18 - 8/26 State Fair
looking for booth volunteers and inventions to display.
State Fair Chairman: George Kent
9/22 - 9am to noon
meeting room 101 WMC
Sat 10/20 - 9am to noon 3rd Saturday
meeting room 101 WMC
Sat 11/17 - 9 am to noon 3rd Saturday
Meeting room 101 WMC
UIA BULLETIN BOARD
August is National Inventors' Month! Contact your local
libraries. They may request free display materials. Kit includes a
banner, 5 1 lx17" posters, stickers and bookmarks for kids. All they
have to do is go to www.inven-torsdigest.com and click on
National Inventors' Month. You can conduct local seminars. This
is the time to promote the image of the independent inventor.
The Ananda Lewis Show is looking for young girls who have invented a great product. They are also looking for women
under 30 who, on their own, have invented a product that made at least a million dollars. Lastly they are looking
for inventions that were created as a way of dealing with a tragedy and as a method of preventing any further loss
by other families. Please contact Gina Kim at gkim@kingworld if you are or know of such an inventor.
August 3-4, 2001 - 6'h Annual Independent Inventor's Conference. Celebrating National Inventors Month. Sponsored
by the US Patent and Trademark Office. www.uspto.gov/go/iic200 1.
California TV Station Looking For You!
PBS Affiliate KIXE - Channel 9 in Redding California is looking for inventors in Northern California (why not Nevada
too?) that they can feature during National Inventors' Month August. They want people who can explain the process
of new product development- patenting, prototyping, and market research. If you have a story to tell and information
to share, write to kitty_conner@kixe.pbs.org.
Out of the Mouths of Babes
A wonderful addition to last month's meeting agenda was the appearance of Christopher Yocom and his mother. Yocom,
is the recipient of the Lemelson $100,000 scholarship award given to a high school student for a paten table, marketable
invention. While working on his idea, he was encouraged by a helpful neighbor, his mom, and the motivation of a
good grade in Science class. Experienced inventors in the audience had to smile as he spoke of his patent search
and the difficulties involved in writing and describing his invention. All in the audience marveled at this student
who's very inexperience seemed to help him through the process. There were very few preconceived notions of difficulty
or possibilities. Not one person told him he could be putting his time to better use. He just did it. And maybe
we should too.
"The Whole World spets aside for the man who know where he is going" anonymous
Make Plans to Attend the Toy and Game Inventor's Forum
(An open letter from the folks at TGIF)
Dear Inventors:
We personally would like to invite all to come to this years' TGIF (Toy and Game Inventor's Forum) again being
held in Las Vegas, Nevada, September 6-8 2001 at Bally Hotel. This not-for profit program was made just for you!
We will again have all the key companies and personnel from toy, entertainment, retail and many other industries
represented. In addition, we will have a special "industry executives only" round table at the end of
the forum and we invite "those in the know" to participate! All we are missing is YOU.
The trade show at TGIF is very popular. The tradeshow spotlights service companies who wish to sell their service
or enhance their presence in the toy industry. We typically have lines of people waiting in front of the booths
for their turn to meet important and often difficult to find industry folks. There are typically manufacturers,
representatives from testing facilities, engineering companies, advertising agencies, as well as logistic and distribution
companies present. Pass the word about having a booth at TGIF to companies you feel would benefit from this kind
of exposure and presence.
You also won't want to miss the many programs that are provided which include presentations from McDonalds "Happy
Meal" program to NPD group discussing what is hot, not, and what the future holds. Hear the buyers take on
the Q & A panel and participate in roundtables. TGIF is a synergistic program that has fueled intra industry
action, cooperation and strategic alliances.
And don't miss the special parties and events that TGIG is famous for. We plan to outdo the previous year's racing
event and rodeo. So what are you waiting for? Come and join us. I look forward to seeing you. For more information
of TGIF or to sign up for the conference check out: www.toysngames.com. You can also reach us at 1-888-683-TGIF.
NIA IS Looking for a Few Good Men
Opportunity for Inventors to Show Their Products at the State Fair Booth
The NIA will be present and accounted for this year at the Nevada State Fair. State Fair Committee Chairman, George
Kent will pull together a group of volunteers to man our booth. Bill Young, Floyd Krebs, Len Schweitzer, Toni Patti
and Bud Clark have volunteered to help with this project. If you have enthusiasm to share about your experiences
as an independent inventor please call George Kent, 329-8863 and help out. This is a great opportunity to present
your invention to the public, receive feedback and pass out flyers or business cards. We are encouraging all members
to put in 2 to 4 hours at the booth. Spread the word about NIA as a resource for independent inventors, meet interesting
people and perhaps valuable contacts. This is a win - win opportunity for the community, our Association and yourself.
Anyone who works at the Fair is offered a free NIA shirt.
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NEVADA lNVENTORS ASSOClATlON
Annual Nevada State Fair Exhibit
Wednesday August 22 thru Sunday August 26
Livestock Event Center Reno
Come participate and/or visit our booth at the State Fair where we will educate, entertain and solicit new members
from Northern Nevada and our neighbors in California about Nevada Inventors Association's contributions to the
community.
The schedule for our booth to be open looks like this:
Wednesday August 22 4 PM- 10 PM
Thursday August 23 11 AM-10 PM
Friday August 24 11 AM- 11 PM
Saturday August 25 10 AM-I 1 PM
Sunday August 26 10 AM-8 PM
We still need more NIA members to help man the booth, so if you can participate for a minimum of two hours, please
call Floyd Krebs at 342-2801 or Janelle Muldner at 333-5490. All participants manning the booth will be given an
attractive shirt with the NIA logo.
Our booth provides an excellent opportunity to display some of your past inventions as well as your latest. We
also plan to have a continuously running video for you to display promotional video you may have. To make arrangements
for your invention display or video contact Len Schweitzer at 323-8568 or 358-7301
Come to the Fair and help Nevada Inventors Association show the talented inventors and potential inventors how
NIA can help make their good ideas into protected marketable products
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