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Windycon 37 2010

The lands of Fae and back again

Science fiction and Fantasy

November 12 – 14, 2010

70 Yorktown Center

Lombard, IL 60148

http://www.windycon.org/

all ages

“Your Midwest, Fan-run, Sci-Fi Convention.”

“Get a photo of your favorite Rat City Roller Girl! The members of Grave Danger, Derby Liberation Front, Throttle Rockets, and Sockit Wenches will be on hand for action shots of them beating you up! ”

“At Door full weekend rate: $45
At Door Friday rate: $20
At Door Saturday rate: $25
At Door Sunday rate: $15”

“TooManyGames is Pennsylvania’s longest running video game festival. We celebrate video gaming as a whole, including the games themselves, the music, the art, the competition, the development, and the production. Join thousands of your fellow gamers and celebrate our hobby, our passion, video games!”

“A brand new anime convention in the PA, NJ, and DE Tri-State area.”

“The BabelCon Cosplay & Costume Competition is open to any individual or group registered at BabelCon.”

“Hosting an annual, family-oriented 3-day convention that attracts people from all over the country. A not-for-profit, all volunteer, organization dedicated to promoting the positive social, educational, and entertainment aspects in all types of gaming hobbies.”

Pre-register all three days $ 15.00
On Site 3 day badge $ 22.00
On Site Friday only $ 8.00
On Site Saturday only $ 10.00
On Site Sunday only $ 5.00

“All-Con provides an umbrella of content supporting fans of Science Fiction, Fantasy, Renaissance, Anime, Costuming, Theater / Performing Arts, Mystery, Art, Crafts, Collecting, and Film Making.”

From 18 – 22 August 2010, Gamescom will be taking place in Cologne for the second time. At the largest trade fair and event highlight for interactive games and entertainment, the site of the Koelnmesse will be transformed into the world’s most exciting playground for interactive games. And in 2010 more companies from Germany and abroad will be displaying their products than at the premiere in 2009.”

“Each year, QuakeCon plays host for some of the most exciting electronic gaming competitions in the world. Players travel from around the globe for a chance at the prize money and bragging rights that come with a QuakeCon victory.”

“STGCC provides fans access to East and West pop culture icons through content, buzz and partnerships.”

At-The-Door Registration ($35 for a weekend pass) is available to those who missed the early discount period

Artshow, dealers, parties, masquerades, dance
Writer Guest of Honor: Rudy Rucker
Fan Guest of Honor: John D. Berry
Artist Guest of Honor: Marc Schirmeister
ConChord Music Guest of Honor: Seanan McGuire
ConChord Toastmaster: Paul Kwinn
Interfilk Guests of Honor: Stone Dragons – Tom Jeffers and Sue Posteraro

“Overnight sleeping facilities, there is silence, and also guarded accommodation period. Mukaan kannattaa ottaa makuupussi ja makuualusta, sillä patjoja ei ole ja kivilattiat saattavat olla melko kylmät. It is advisable to take a sleeping bag and sleeping pad, because there is no mattresses and stone floors can be quite cold.

Tilat täytetään järjestyksessä, joten majoituspaikkaa kannattaa tiedustella Infotiskiltä. Spaces make up the order, so beds can be inquired Info desk. Kaikille tarvitseville pyritään osoittamaan jokin nukkumispaikka, mutta varhain yöpuulle menevät varmistavat itselleen mukavamman ja rauhallisemman majoituksen sekä pidemmät yöunet. All people who need to demonstrate a nukkumispaikka, but go to sleep early to ensure for themselves more comfortable and peaceful accommodation and a longer night’s sleep. Herätys on Dipolissa kahdeksan ja yhdeksän välillä, erillisissä nukkumatiloissa hieman ennen kymmentä tai kahtatoista, riippuen siitä milloin ohjelma alkaa. Wake Dipoli is between eight and nine, separate sleeping a little before ten or twelve, depending on when the program starts ”

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“Author Guest of Honor: Ramsey Campbell; Artist Guest of Honor: Luke Eldridge; Fan Guest of Honor: Darrell LuAllen; Special Guests: Sherrilyn Kenyon, Glen Cook, The Great Luke Ski.”

“Celebrity Talks – Lectures and Q&A; Autograph / Photograph sessions with celebrity guests; Masquerade Ball; Charity Auction; Art Show; Costume Contests; Artist Alley; Gaming; table top, CCGs, board games, etc; Games Workshop Tournament – Warhammer 40K & Fantasy!”

“Southern California’s Live Action Role Play (LARP) convention Wyrd Con welcomes you to an amazing weekend of Live Action Combat, Theatre Style, and Alternate Reality (ARGs) Games, Costume & Weapon Contests, Special Guests and SG Hosted Events, Tabletop RPG games, Interactive Panels, Demos, Workshops, Classes, Tournaments, Vendors and Artists, Tavern Entertainment, Wandering Performers, Cosplay, Live Shows, and more!”

“GarasuNoShiCon is a convention celebrating Japanese animation and the culture of fans. This is a fancy, PR-style way of saying a gathering of like-minded nerds who sit around, watch anime, dress up as their favorite characters, and buy things. Admission is free and it’s open to anyone!”

“The truth is our scope is much broader than just anime or games. We try to include ALL things related to science fiction or fantasy. This can include, but certainly is not limited to: science fiction, fantasy, horror, gaming (tabletop miniatures, role playing including live action role playing LARPs, board, card, video with PC and console gaming), anime, books, TV shows, movies, comics, collectibles, cosplay and costume design, miniatures painting and much more.”

“Our conventions offer the chance to play, watch and buy a variety of board games, card games, miniatures, roleplaying, collectables, and computer games.”

Guest of Honor: Catherine Asaro
Artist Guest of Honor: Keith Thompson
Music Guest of Honor: Dave Weingart
Fan Guest of Honor: Pat Virzi

“Fan run and for fans, the convention has succeeded year after year to bring anime and gaming funs events such as: a cosplay, anime music videos, two anime theaters, a video game room, panels, discussions, workshops, CCGs, miniature events, RPGs, board games, an auction, extreme geek, Cthulhu, karaoke, an artist alley, contests, free stuff, vendors, and more! Stock full of goodness, with enough events to keep you busy and wanting more- this convention is a family friendly outing for all ages!”

“Anime Evolution’s focus is entertainment, community and cultural diversity in a fun, family friendly, inclusive and accessible setting. Our featured activities include interactive panel discussions with industry guests, cultural demonstrations, 24-hour video rooms, cosplay contests, an AMV contest, a charity auction, evening dances, and creative workshops. We also offer LAN, tabletop, LARP, and console gaming rooms.”

Be sure and ask for the special Rapier room rates.

“Welcome to CanGames, the longest-running games convention in Eastern Ontario, Western Quebec and all of Canada!
At Ottawa’s CanGames, you can play:
• RPGs (role playing games) such as Dungeons & Dragons
• Board games such as Carcassone, Risk, and Settlers of Catan
• Collectable card games such as Magic the Gathering
• Miniatures games such as Warhammer, Flames of War, DBA
And many more!”

“CONduit, Utah’s longest-running and largest general science fiction and fantasy convention, is celebrating its 20th anniversay! Come celebrate with us!
Each year CONduit sponsors a number of contests for its members. There is something for the writer, the artist, the film maker, the crafter, the chef and much more.”

“The Open Gaming Convention is New Hampshire’s largest 3 day gaming convention, with hundreds of role playing, tabletop, and card games to play, in single scenarios, multi-session campaigns, and grand tournaments. Away from the gaming table, you can browse a wide variety of vendor booths, sharpen your skills in our Painting Corner, or get revenge on your opponents through our Dead Man’s Chest ‘assassin’ guild.”

“Geek.Kon is Madison Wisconsin’s very own anime convention, sci-fi convention, and gaming convention all rolled into one! As the name implies, Geek.Kon is a place to celebrate all that is geeky from strong foundations in anime, science fiction, video gaming, tabletop gaming, and costuming to up and coming fandoms like steampunk and gothic lolita, Geek.Kon has it all.”

“Dixiecon is the longest-running Diplomacy tournament on the East Coast, featuring three rounds of Diplomacy and all the open boardgaming you can shake a stick at! Come to the tournament that has been the scene of thrilling Diplomacy gaming since 1987…! The tournament is held at Granville Towers, a private dorm adjacent to the UNC campus, and directly on the main business street in Chapel Hill, Franklin Street.”

For four days in May, Anime Oasis features special guests, exciting events and a large dealer’s room full of anime related merchandise for sale. Anime Oasis provides a complete weekend of entertainment at affordable prices.

VCON is organized by a subcommittee of the West Coast Science Fiction Association — a non-profit organization dedicated to the advancement and understanding of science fiction and fantasy fan culture in Vancouver BC and its environs.

There will be a charity auction.

“MOBICON is…an annual three-day convention for fantasy, science fiction, horror, comic book, anime, and gaming fans.”

“Four days of family gaming fun in the San Francisco Bay Area! The largest gaming convention on the West Coast happens yearly on Memorial Day Weekend! Come join the fun!”

“DieCon is an annual, St. Louis-area, gaming convention held in the late spring/early summer at Gateway Center in Collinsville, IL (just minutes from downtown St. Louis, MO). Board Games, RolePlaying Games (RPGs), Collectable Card Games (CCGs) and Miniatures Games. With over 100 different games being played during the three days of our convention, you’re sure to find something you like. Or come to learn something new — you might just find a game you’ve never played before but really, really enjoy!

“Children get in free when accompanied by a paying adult”

“Boasting more than 100 dealer, artist, and guest tables, you are sure to find something exciting! We also host sanctioned and just-for-fun tournaments for the hottest CCGs. Be sure to join us for the coolest event in western North Carolina!”

“The Origins Game Fair is one of the largest gaming conventions in the world. We feature games of every variety: tabletop games, miniatures games, roleplaying games, LARPs, traditional games, collectible card games, and even some poker and LAN gaming. Origins is held every year at the Greater Columbus Convention Center in beautiful, family-friendly downtown Columbus, Ohio. Please come join us for the most fun you’ll ever have at a game table!”

Various card games
• “Battle Cattle, the hilarious game of cow-to-cow combat!”
• “Space Pirate Amazon Ninja Catgirl…Lovingly illustrated by Phil Foglio, SPANC is a fast-paced card game of space pirates, amazons, ninja, and catgirls. All at once.”
• “Collect the souls of the damned! In Burn in Hell, you try to assemble the tastiest ‘Circles’ of history’s sinners.”
• “Ninja Burger with Sumo Size Me–Based on the popular website at www.ninjaburger.com, this hilarious card game, designed by Steve Jackson, pits you against your fellow trainees in a new Ninja Burger store. Learn the secrets of stealth, swordsmanship, and customer service. Fight for honor, respect, big tips, and that coveted promotion.”

Wizard World, The Pop Culture Capital of the World

Open to the Public:
Friday, April 16, 2010 – 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Saturday, April 17, 2010 – 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sunday, April 18, 2010 – 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

The show is located within a block of Boston’s theaters, Legal Seafood, Chef Chang’s, Fleming’s Steak House, Dunkin Donuts and over 100 quality Asian restaurants of every type in Boston’s famous “Chinatown

“Norwescon is one of the largest regional Science Fiction and Fantasy conventions in the United States. While maintaining a primarily literary focus, Norwescon is large enough to provide a venue for many of the other aspects of Science Fiction and Fantasy and the interests of its fans such as anime, costuming, art, gaming, and much, much more.
Norwescon is the host convention for the prestigious Philip K. Dick Award, given to a distinguished original science fiction paperback published for the first time during the award year in the U.S.A.”

Florida Supercon is a 3 day festival dedicated to Comic Books, Anime, Animation, Video Games, Fantasy and Sci-Fi featuring celebrity guests, comic book creators, voice actors, industry guests, cosplayers, artists, writers, panels, Q&A’s, films & shorts, costume & cosplay contests, vendors, parties, anime, workshops, video gaming and more!”

“Marmalade Dog is a gaming convention held by the Western Michigan Gamers Guild (WMGG) each year. The convention features role-playing games, collectible card games, board games, miniature wargames and a variety of other events. The WMGG is a Registered Student Organization on the campus of Western Michigan University dedicated to bringing gaming to the people of West Michigan…..”

EVENTS:
Nerf Gun Wars, Super Soaker Duels, Boffer Battles, CD Discus, CBR, Dive-In Movie, Costume Contests, Live Performances, Charity Texas Holdem, Trivia
DISCUSSION PANELS:
Aliens, Comix Design, Star Trek, Stargate, Art, Terminator, Anime, Fandom, Indie Films, Heroes, Authoring / writing , Bellydance,
Paranormal, KAG, Costuming!”