February 8th, 2010
CONvergence 2010: Bring on the BAD GUYS
CONvergence 2010 will be held July 1-4, 2010, when our theme will be a celebration of the great VILLAINS of Sci-Fi and Fantasy.
Guests of Honor: Learn more about all our 2010 Guests here
Pre-Register and SAVE! Do it on line!
Adult Memberships for CVG2010 are $55 until May 15, 2010. You can find more information about Registration Rates and Policies at http://www.convergence-con.org/amenities/registration/registration.php.
Pre-Reigstration: You can Pre-Register for CVG2010 by downloading the 2010 Pre-Reg Form to fill out and mail in with payment by check HERE: http://www.convergence-con.org/pdf/CVG2010RegForm.pdf
Or you can simply Pre-Register On-Line at https://www.convention-reg.com/?nav=event&event=cnvg10.
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February 8th, 2010
Send a fan to Australia. Info below.
DUFF BALLOT 2010 North America to Australasia
Since 1972 the Down Under Fan Fund, a fan-supported fellowship, has encouraged closer ties between Australasian and North American Science Fiction fans through the alternating exchange of representatives. DUFF delegates will time their travels to allow them to attend the World Science Fiction Convention or the national convention in the destination country and visit fans they would not have a chance to meet otherwise. The newly elected delegate will be responsible for raising funds, establishing a bank account, keeping a record of the funds accumulated and administering DUFF until a new delegate is elected from their continent. The new delegate is also expected to publish a trip report, copies of which can be sold to add to the fund.
Voting: DUFF uses the preferential balloting system to insure an automatic runoff and a majority of vote for one candidate. The voter ranks the candidates on order of preference. If there is no majority for one of the candidates after the first count of votes, the first place votes for the lowest ranked candidate will be dropped, and the second place votes on those ballots will be assigned to the candidates so named. This goes on until one candidate has a majority of votes. When more than two candidates are running, it is important (but not required) to vote for your second, third, etc. choices especially if you choose to write in a candidate.
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February 7th, 2010
Conventions for your Valentines weekend. Anyone going?
Capricon 30 Wheeling, IL (SF/Fantasy)
CON DFW Dallas, TX (SF/Fantasy)
Farpoint Timonium, MD (SF/Media)
Genericon Troy, NY (Anime/Games)
Katsucon National Harbor, MD (Anime) Thanks Kendall
Hollywood Collectors Show Burbank, CA (Media)
Life Universe and Everything Provo, UT (SF)
Genghis Con Auroro, CO (Gaming)
Boskone 47 Boston, MA (SF)
Radcon Pasco, WA (SF)
Dundracon San Ramon, CA (Gaming)
Syndcon Rockville, MD (Gaming)
Beyondcon Gig Harbor, WA (Costuming)
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February 7th, 2010
Jacksonville, Florida, February 8, 2010 – Wasabi Anime will be making their first appearance in Jacksonville, Florida since 2004 at this year’s Ancient City Con, July 10th-11th, 2010 at the Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront.
The team from Wasabi Anime will be hosting contests, cosplay, panels and viewings for local anime and manga fans attending the popular convention which is now in its fourth year. Specific event announcements and times are expected to be announced on the Wasabi Anime website as soon as March, 2010.
“Ancient City Con is one of those conventions that has managed to thrive in a major city while still keeping that small town feel,” says Tom Croom, the founder of Wasabi Anime. “I think the event is wonderful not just because of that atmosphere it creates, but also because it offers a little something for everyone in so many different fandoms. We’re extremely excited to be on board to help them expand their anime programming this year.”
Tickets for Ancient City Con are available in advance (on their website). An adult attendee day badge is $20. One day and child passes are also available.
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February 6th, 2010
Wizard had now gone from it’s old four cons (Chicago, Philly, Texas, and LA) to ten upcoming, all withing a year period. Our poll today asks how you as the congoer feels about it. I’m excited about having one close by in Atlanta, as long as they don’t schedule against another southeastern convention, especially with the long running Heroescon in Charlotte. Feel free to comment to expand your thoughts on your vote.
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LIST of current Wizard shows.
March 26-28, 2010, Toronto Comic Con, Direct Energy Centre
April 16-18, 2010, Anaheim Comic Con, Anaheim Convention Center
June 11-13, 2010, Philadelphia Comic Con, Philadelphia Convention Center
August 19-22, 2010, Chicago Comic Con, Donald E. Stephens (Rosemont) Convention Center
October 7-10, 2010, Big Apple Comic Con, Pier 94
October 15-17, 2010, New Jersey Comic Con, New Jersey Convention and Expo Center
November 12-14, 2010, Austin Comic Con, Austin Convention Center
Atlanta Comic Con, TBD
Cincinnati Comic Con, TBD
New England Comic Con, TBD
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February 5th, 2010
As we get ready to head to Connooga for the first time, we are excited by the amazing schedule they have put together. We love us some multi fandom gatherings and there is something for everyone on the schedule. You can see for yourself here
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February 4th, 2010
New York, NY (February 4, 2010) – Sanctioned Trading Card Gaming tournaments will be held as part of the Wizard World 2010 Comic Con tour. Competitive TCG tournaments will premiere at Toronto Comic Con.
“Gaming fans have a rich history of attending our Comic Con events and we are proud to add sanctioned, full-fledged gaming areas at all our events,” said Gareb Shamus, Wizard Entertainment CEO. “The ability to compete for national rankings, win incredible prizes, and meet up with their fellow game players and friends adds a whole new element to our live events tour.”
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February 4th, 2010
Update. Con is going on as I type this. Weather isn’t too bad here in Asheville, but I’ve decided not to risk the drive down the mountain. Maybe next year :<
We are waiting to see just how much ice and snow we get here in the NC mountains before making any trip decisions for saturday. It looks like the staff at the WTH con are preparing for the worst as well and they will announce any changes to their schedule including a possible move to next Saturday if things worsen. Be sure to check their website before heading to Greensboro this weekend.
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