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Edward L. Shanahan

Edward's creation that he calls a 'Circle of Energy' - has allowed him and those present at the paranormal outings to venture into the spirit realm by way of holding his version of his creation and attempting spiritual contact or experiences for those attending. This is done at haunted locations for those seeking or attempting to experience the spirit realm at the location, be it for personal experiences or as Edward knows, that it is also a form of entertainment for some of the curious who attend. Our event will be at the The event would take place at the The Stag's Head Pub. We'd first have dinner (Menu: Page 1 and Page 2), during which Edward will provide some brief palm readings. Following dinner Edward will provide a tour of the building, including the brothel area and other areas known for their hauntings and you will be allowed to explore each area. Afterward we will gather in one of the areas of the building and Edward will attempt to have the spirits of the location interact with the individuals.

 

 

Tribute
Kim Manners

Kim Manners (1951 – 2009) was an American television producer and director best known for his work on The X-Files and Supernatural. Manners made his directorial debut in 1978, directing an episode of Charlie’s Angel’s. Other notable directorial credits to Manners' name include episodes of 21 Jump Street, Mission: Impossible, Star Trek: The Next Generation, Baywatch, The Adventures of Brisco County Jr and The Commish

Following the finale of The X-Files in 2002, Manners directed a number of small projects before signing on to direct and produce Supernatural in 2005. He was a vital part of the show for the next four seasons directing Dead in the Water, Bugs, Scarecrow, Shadow, Devil's Trap, In My Time of Dying, Children Shouldn't Play with Dead Things, No Exit, Houses of the Holy, Heart, The Magnificent Seven, Fresh Blood, Mystery Spot, No Rest for the Wicked, Lazarus Rising, Metamorphosis. After directing the first episode of the fourth season (Lazarus Rising), he learned he had lung cancer. He died in Los Angeles, California, on January 25, 2009.

 On Thursday, March 12th, 2009 an episode of Supernatural entitled "Death Takes a Holiday" aired. The end credits contained two photos of Kim Manners, along with the caption "We dedicate the entire season to Kim Manners." Then a final caption stating, "We miss you, Kim."

At this year's WinchestMidwest we will have a tribute video to Kim followed by a roundtable discussion of the episodes he directed.