NORWESCON
Progress Report Alpha
November 2009
Future Plausible • Future Perfect
NORWESCON Thirty-Three
Future Plausible • Future Perfect
April 1–4, 2010
Seatac, WA
Chairman Tracy Knoedler
Vice Chairman Jeanine Swanson
Publications Director Adrienne Loska
Editing Team Katrina Marier
Graphic Design Gayle MacArthur
You may have noticed that your PR Alpha is a little different. In order to conserve funds and go green, Norwescon has decided to mail out an abbreviated version of the regular PR Alpha and provide detailed information at our website. Visit the home page at norwescon.org to view this document as a PDF with live links.
Hello, all!
Time is flying by and Norwescon 33 is quickly approaching! It’s hard to believe that it’s already November – and that means it’s time for us to let you know how plans for the convention are progressing.
I hope you take a moment to read our progress report. You’ll see that our wonderful team of volunteers have been putting in countless hours trying to make Norwescon better and better. Each year we try to out-do the previous year by implementing fresh programming, new and exciting special events, and by welcoming new dealers in the Dealers Room and new artists in the Art Show. That’s just the beginning! We’ll have much more to report in our second progress report in February.
We want you to join us! Please take the time to make sure you have sent in your membership and made those hotel reservations. We don’t want you to be left out!
The countdown has begun! See you April 1st, 2010.
Tracy Knoedler
Chair, Norwescon 33
Writer Guest of Honor: Vernor Vinge
Hugo Award-Winning Writer
Special Guest: Cory Doctorow
Science Fiction Author, Activist, Journalist & Blogger
Artist Guest of Honor: John Jude Palencar
2008 Spectrum Grand Master Award Winner
Spotlight Publisher: Tor Books
Multiple award-winning publisher of science fiction, fantasy and horror
More information > norwescon.org/guests.htm
Full convention Pre-Registration Rates (4 days):
$50 until December 31, 2009
$55 until March 1, 2010
No charge for children 12 and under
More information > norwescon.org/memberships.htm
PRE-REGISTER ONLINE at norwescon.org
New wonders of panel info-technology are in development!
We are tearing down and rebuilding workshops, panel topics, and panelists. We have the technology and know how to panel info-technology make them better, stronger, faster. Over 400 hours of panels are in the works for your enjoyment this year. We will have over 70 hours of science-related panels and workshops focusing on space, biological, technical, and fringe science. Some of the other topics we will be testing will be art, writing, literature, comics, movie previews, costuming, horror, urban fantasy, fandom, media, fan fiction, gaming, young adult, and more. The programming staff is working diligently coming up with diabolical ideas to keep you hopping with plenty of things to do and check out. Here are some of our workshops:
Writers Workshop The Fairwood Writers & Norwescon 33 invite you to participate in the annual genre fiction writing workshop. Deadline for submissions is December 20, 2009.
Single Pattern Contest The pattern selected for this year’s contest is Simplicity pattern number 2972 – a shoulder bag! Regardless of your skill level (and even if you don’t sew!) you can create an entry.
11th Annual Fandance Film Festival The Festival is a celebration of low-and no-budget cinema, brought to wondrous lurching life by amateur filmmakers from all around the Pacific Northwest.
The Programming testing department is always looking for panel suggestions. If you think you have what it takes, please send your suggestions to programming@norwescon.org. Please keep your eyes to the stars or at least the Norwescon web site for programming updates as the year moves on.
Rob Stewart
Programming Director
More information > norwescon.org/programming.htm
Over the years, Norwescon has developed relationships with many charitable and educational organizations. This year, Norwescon 33 will continue in that tradition by proudly partnering with these estimable members of the Northwest community:
Clarion West Writers Workshop
Northwest Harvest
EMP|SFM Experience Music Project Science Fiction Museum and Hall of Fame
More information > norwescon.org/outreach.htm
Did you know that Norwescon is a completely volunteer-run event? Without all the hard work that volunteers put in each year, there would be no Norwescon. Some people only volunteer at the convention, while others take a more active role throughout the year. If you would like to get involved, a good way to learn about available volunteer opportunities is to attend a ConCom meeting:
November 14, 2009 December 12, 2009 January 9, 2010 February 20, 2010 March 13, 2010 May 8, 2010 (post-con meeting)
Executive Team Meeting: 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
General ConCom Meeting: 1:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Post Meeting Social: 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Doubletree Hotel Seattle Airport
18740 Pacific Highway South
SeaTac, WA 98188
206-246-8600
If you can’t attend the meetings, please send email to volunteers@norwescon.org letting us know what you are interested in doing. Our volunteer department will work with you to find the perfect volunteer position for you.
Shawn Marier
Norwescon 33 Personnel Director
More information > norwescon.org/volunteer.htm
It’s back, so mark your calendars!
Thursday, April 1, 2010 - Grand Ballroom 2
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. - Ticket Price: TBD
More information as it becomes available.
Norwescon 33 once again makes its home at the Doubletree Hotel Seattle Airport conveniently located in SeaTac, Washington. Book early! Norwescon's room block is already 60% full!
DOUBLETREE HOTEL SEATTLE AIRPORT
18740 International Blvd
SeaTac, Washington
Tel: 1-206-246-8600
Fax: 1-206-431-868
CONVENTION ROOM RATE:
$114 (USD) for up to 4 people
Use code NORWESCON when booking your room.
Doubletree Toll Free Reservations:
1-800-222-TREE (8733)
You can also register online at norwescon.org/hotel
More information > norwescon.org/hotel.htm
Finish up your creations, polish up your wares ...
Applications are now being accepted for the Art Show, Artist’s Alley, the Dealer’s Room and Lobby & Club Tables.
Art Show The Norwescon Art Show staff are thrilled to present John Jude Palencar as Norwescon 33’s Artist Guest of Honor. Along with many great artists that we have had in the past, we are excitedly looking for new faces to bring to the show. The deadline to register your artwork is 12:00 a.m. on March 29, 2010.
Artist Alley Artist Alley welcomes a wide range of artists who are willing to share their skills and knowledge with other con-goers.
Dealer’s Room Each year Norwescon provides access to some of the finest fandom-related merchants carrying a vast array of collectibles, books, games, and other merchandise of interest to our membership. Applications, contracts and payment are due by December 1, 2009.
Lobby Tables Norwescon offers lobby tables to members as an opportunity to meet other fans and introduce them to their science, science fiction, costuming, fannish group, convention, convention bid, or writing organization.
More information > norwescon.org/exhibitors.htm
The Philip K. Dick Award and Special Citation are presented annually for distinguished science fiction published in paperback original form in the United States at a ceremony and dessert reception which is held each year aat Norwescon. The nominated works will be announced in January.
The Philip K. Dick Awards
Friday, April 2, 2010
7:00 p. m. in Grand ballroom 2
More information > norwescon.org/pkdick.htm
Forums at Norwescon • News at Norwescon (RSS feed)
Norwescon Google Group • Facebook • Flickr • Live Journal • Twitter
You can also signup to receive the monthly Norwescon eNewsletter.
More information > norwescon.org
Masquerade, Match Game, Midnight Movies and More ...
We of Special Events have lots of exciting events planned for Norwescon 33. We will be updating the website frequently right up to the con. If you have any questions or ideas, or wish to volunteer for any of our Special Events, please send an e-mail to specialevents@norwescon.org. Here is a look at what we have going so far.
Dances Thursday, Friday and Saturday. We are very pleased to announce that the theme for Friday night’s Stardance is ”Beyond Thunderdome.”
Lazer Tag 2010 Lazer tag is moving to the Evergreen rooms! More room and no more airport interference with the equipment. New hours: 7 - 11 p.m.
Gaming Game Masters needed - whether they master card games (collectible or not), board games, miniature games or role-playing games. Run one session or plan a tournament event! Gaming is also eager to hear from any LARPS that are interested in running at Norwescon 33.
The Fannish Fetish Fashion Show Planning for the FFFS is in full swing with several designers already lined up. Watch norwescon.org for updates about designers and contests. Designers and models needed!
Match Game Kevin Standlee is bringing his fabulous Match Game back to Norwescon 33.
501st Photo Charity Event The 501st is back again to do their charity photo shoot Saturday afternoon. This year the money will be donated to Clarion West.
Masquerade It is time to start working on those costume ideas and get started creating. You’ll find application forms at norwescon.org.
Poker Tournament, Scavenger Hunt, Queer Eye and Midnight Movies They are all back, so be sure to check out the website for more updates as they develop.
Sunday Fannish Flea Market Last, but not least, is our newest event: the Sunday Fannish Flea Market. It is a flea market for Norwescon attendees to sell stuff that is science fiction and fantasy in nature that they no longer need or want. More details on this, and sign-up forms, will be available sometime in November.
Peggy Stewart
Special Events Director
More information > norwescon.org/specialevents.htm
Future Plausible/Future Perfect
April 1-4, 2010
DoubleTree Hotel SeaTac, WA
Writer GoH: Vernor Vinge
Artist GoH: John Jude Palencar
Special Guest: Cory Doctorow
Next ConCom meeting: September 12, 2009 at 1:00 p.m.
www.norwescon.org
Guests of Honor
Outreach
Volunteers needed!
Executive Team
$45 UNTIL SEPT 15
For more information, visit norwescon.org and click on Memberships.
You can register online or download the pre-registration form.
Why pre-register? Here are a few good reasons.
Saturdays:
September 12
October 10
November 14
December 12
January 9
February 20
March 13
Exec Team Meeting:
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
General ConCom Meeting:
1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Post Meeting Social:
5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
For more information visit Staff/Volunteers at norwescon.org
DoubleTree Hotel Seattle Airport
8740 Intl. Blvd.
SeaTac, Washington
Rate:
Book by March 10 to receive the convention rate of $114.00 per night.
Group/Convention Code:
Norwescon 33
Reservations:
1-800-222-TREE or register online
For more information visit Hotel at norwescon.org.
Staying up to date on what's happening with Norwescon has never been easier!
News at norwescon.org (RSS feed)
Forums at norwescon.org
Google Group
Facebook
Live Journal
Twitter
Flickr
Click here to download a PDF of the Norwescon 33 flyer.
Give it to a friend or post it at your favorite coffee shop, bookstore or gathering place.
Visit News at norwescon.org to view the Fannish Community Calendar
Coming up:
Norwecon ConCom Meeting
(9/12)
NW Media Arts Workshop & Salon: John Crowley
(9/20 & 21)
Rainfurrest Zombie Attack
(9/18 - 9/20)
Foolscap 11
Redmond, WA
(9/25 - 9/27)
Museum Day at EMP|SFM
Get Spaced Out!
(9/26)
To submit an event for the calendar, send it to pr@norwescon.org.
Join Our List
Hello everyone!
I'd like to take this opportunity to introduce myself to you. My name is Tracy Knoedler and I am the Chair of Norwescon 33. I took last year off to travel and spend time with family, but I'm so happy to be back as your current Chairman for Norwescon!
Norwescon 33 is scheduled for April 1 - 4, 2010 at the DoubleTree Hotel in SeaTac, Washington. I hope that you take the time to register now and, trust me, it's never too early to make that hotel reservation as we typically fill our room block early!
I am very pleased to announce Norwescon 33's stellar lineup of guests: our Writer Guest of Honor is Vernor Vinge, our Artist Guest of Honor is John Jude Palencar and our Special Guest is Cory Doctorow! As always, these guests will be joined by hundreds of professionals from the science, science fiction and fantasy community in order to provide you with the most intriguing and entertaining panels to attend!
Our Executive Team has been working hard this summer and we are ready to hit the ground running at the first ConCom meeting which is this Saturday, September 12. Join us at the meeting and find out how you can volunteer. Our volunteers are the best in all of fandom and I have no doubt that all of their hard work will make Norwescon 33 the best convention yet!
Remember that you can visit norwescon.org throughout the year for the latest Norwescon 33 news and happenings.
See you at the convention!
Tracy Knoedler
Chair, Norwescon 33
Writer Guest of Honor:
Vernor Vinge
Science fiction author Vernor Vinge has won Hugo awards for his novels A Fire Upon the Deep (1992), A Deepness in the Sky (1996) and Rainbows End (2006). A published story writer since the 1960s, Vinge is known in the sci-fi world as the author most closely associated with the theme of "technological singularity." Read more...
Artist Guest of Honor:
John Jude Palencar
Artist and illustrator, John Jude Palencar, is known throughout the world for his distinctive, ethereal style and unique conceptualization. For more than 20 years he has received honors for his contributions to the field of illustration including Gold and Silver Medals from the Society of Illustrators, two Gold Book Awards from Spectrum, and Best Hardcover and two Best Paperback Awards from the Association of Science Fiction and Fantasy Artists for three consecutive years. Read more...
Special Guest:
Cory Doctorow
Cory Doctorow is a science fiction novelist, blogger and technology activist. He is the co-editor of the popular weblog Boing Boing, and a contributor to Wired, Popular Science, Make, the New York Times, and many other newspapers, magazines and websites. His latest novel, New York Times Bestseller Little Brother, was published in May 2008, and his latest short story collection is Overclocked: Stories of the Future Present. His next novel is Makers, due from Tor Books in October, 2009. Read more...
For more information visit norwescon.org.
Over the years, Norwescon has developed relationships with many charitable and educational organizations. This year, Norwescon 33 will continue in that tradition by proudly partnering with these estimable members of the Northwest community:
Clarion West is an intensive six-week workshop for writers preparing for professional careers in science fiction and fantasy, held annually in Seattle, Washington, USA. Clarion West will be the beneficiary of the Norwescon 33 charity auction. Read more...
The Science Fiction Museum and Hall of Fame (SFM) is the world's first museum devoted to the thought-provoking ideas and experiences of science fiction. Norwescon 33 is a corporate sponsor of the Science Fiction and Fantasy Short Film Festival. When you become a member of Norwescon, you will be eligible for a $5 discount on your EMP|SFM membership! Read more...
Northwest Harvest and their nearly 300 partner food banks across the state of Washington provide nutritious food to all who are in need. Your donation of non-perishable food items to Norwescon 33 will help Northwest Harvest to fight hunger in Washington State. Read more...
For more information visit Outreach at norwescon.org.
Do you know that Norwescon is run entirely by volunteers? Over 250 people generously give their time each year in order to make Norwescon the best it can be for its members and participants.
Some people assume that when you volunteer you are giving away all of your time at the convention. Not true! We only ask for as much time as you would like to give and you get to choose which department you volunteer for. Plus, there are many volunteer positions available for those who would like to only volunteer during the months preceding the con.
Here's how you can get started:
We hope to hear from you soon!
Chairman Tracy Knoedler and Vice Chairman Jeanine Swanson announced their selections for the Norwescon 33 Executive Team:
Treasurer - Eric Weber
Secretary - Pearl Lawson
Business Director - Mike Orosz
Convention Services Director - Charlie Knoedler
Membership Services Director - Catrina Foulger
Personnel Director - Shawn Marier
Programming Director - Rob Stewart
Publications Director - Adrienne Loska
Special Events Director - Peggy Stewart
Get to know your Norwescon 33 Executive Team by reading their bios!
issue 0 2010.4.1 Thursday
WELCOME WELCOME
Welcome Welcome Welcome!!
To Norwescon 33.
We have a fabulous line up of Guests of Honor this year. Please check the pocket program for their every move. Fill their panel rooms full. Make their autograph line as long as you can. Show them just how much you appreciate them attending this wonderful convention.
Enjoy the dealers room and art show. We have lots of new dealers and artists.
If you have any questions please come find me in the convention office in room 7106. Just ask for Tracy.
Have a fun and safe time!
Yeah, I Mean You
There have been a lot of programme changes in the last couple of weeks. Please be extra aware of them this year, and check each day's 'zine for updates. You've been warned.
No Relation to Kirstie
Norwescon's Artists' Alley is the place to visit all weekend long! We have traditional artists as well as digital, inkle looms, mailee knitting and jewelry. We encourage you to talk with the artists and get involved. Many artists are also open to looking at your art or portfolio to give you some feedback and help. Artists are inrotation so check out the schedule board and keep stopping by to see what is going on!
Gaming: Red Dwarf hosted by Alan Bond (Thursday, 1pm)
Gaming: Player's Choice: Traveller or Civilization hosted by Mark Richardson (Thursday, 1pm)
Gaming: Gloom hosted by Austin Searles (Thursday, 4pm)
Gaming: SPANC hosted by Marcus Evenstar (Thursday, 6pm)
Gaming: Seismic hosted by Austin Searles (Thursday, 8pm)
Gaming: Star Munchkin hosted by Marcus Evenstar (Thursday, 8pm)
Gaming: _Feng Shui hosted by Alan Bond (was Thursday, 1pm)
Gaming: Illuminati hosted by CthulhuBob is now at 8pm (was 4pm)
Gadgets: Back to the Future: New panelists: Bart Kemper (M), Keffy R. M. Kehrli, Greg Paddock
Get Your Diesel On!: New panelists: Neil (Lights) Duttkin, Katrina Marier
Fans and the Effects of New Technologies on Fandom: New panelists: Don Glover (M), Judith Herman, Donna "Danicia" Prior
The Living Dead: New panelists: Randy Henderson (M), Daryl Gregory, Jack Skillingstead, Anthony van Winkle
For Future History, meaning seven seconds from now
We're told that the recommended Twitter hashtags are #nwc33 and #norwescon, We're also told that properly tagged posts also should appear in ConReporter coverage of the convention.
Well, okay, just most things
The concert schedule printed in the pocket programme is largely out of date. The correct schedule is:
Alexander James Adams and Tricky Pixie, 4pm, Grand Ballroom 3
Creede Lambert: 6:30, Evergreen 2
Tempered Glass, 7:15, Evergreen 2.
Note the unusual start times!
S.J. Tucker with Special Guests Vixy and Tony, 4pm, Evergreen 3/4
A Little Knight Music, 8pm, Evergreen 1
ASH Productions, 9pm, Evergreen 1
Death*Star, 10pm, Evergreen 1
Norwescon 33 welcomes all its performing artists! We have several first-appearances this year, including gypsy Celtic folkrockers Tricky Pixie, nerdcore hiphop artists Death*Star, the new ASH, out of Oregon, and new local filk band Tempered Glass!
Hallow, can you hears me?
Do not be afraid, little primates! We are petting your fuzzy heads! With extra moisture! And calmings. We speak to you from THE FUTURE, across the far singularity, with many treats and
<Mittens> Simon! Bad dog! Bad, bad dog! You know you aren't supposed to play with the interocitor!
CONVENTION NEWS! And programme changes! And more programme changes. And treats! And things overheard and
<Simon> Shut up! Busy! This is hard enough without you distracting me, cat. I'm talking to the monkeys and it's like talking to the goddamn fish.
beyond your ken! And you can help! Yes, you can! Aren't you a good little monkey? You can help! There are
<Goldie> ...
submissions boxes all over the place! Information! Registration! Convention Office! Pandora Station, on the Yamanote Line! Deadline is 10pm
<Mittens> Oh now you've done it.
each evening, or later if you can find our avatars working in the Volunteer Suite on the next morning's edition. So send things in! Particularly salty treats. We like salty treats.
Particularly Goldie.
<Goldie> That's it. I'm not fixing your computer anymore. You're on your own.
is the daily newsletter of Norwescon 33. The editors cannot be bribed as our needs and desires are beyond your imaginations, but news items, lulz, fish biscuits, and other treats may be left in submissions boxes at Information, Registration, and Office. Deadline for each day's issue is 10pm the night before. Oh, and FYI: don't immanetize the echelon. That's wrong. You'll understand why eventually.
issue 1 2010.4.2 Friday
tea is not recyclable not like beer
The Gothic Tea Party is shown on the grid for both Friday (today) and Saturday. Saturday is a VICIOUS LIE. It's Friday only.
Haters want to ruin some tea is what.
Make Room, Make Room
Movie previews are in a new, larger room this year — Grand Ballroom 3 — and will start immediately at 2pm thanks to technical improvements. Also, no one will be admitted during the thrilling rock climbing sequence.
Party Hardly More Like It Am I Rite
DETHCON Presents: The Pucker Up or Shut Up! Kissing Booth
2pm—3pm Room 5239
Weird Tales Party
10pm–2am Maxi's
ISS Party in the Box
9pm Room 5231
2pm, Cascade 6
Are you a musician? Sign up for today's Performance Evaluation panel and get constructive feedback from our attending professionals!
Opens 9pm Saturday night.
That's all I got.
Reading: Michael Ehart, Noon–12:30pm, Cascade 3
Gaming: Pandemic, host Austin Searles (10am, Cascade 11)
Gaming: Munchkin Fu, host Marcus Evenstar (10am, Cascade 11)
Gaming: Long Shot, host Austin Searles (Noon, Cascade 11)
Gaming: Ninjaburger, host Marcus Evenstar (Noon, Cascade 11)
Gaming: Ubongo, host Austin Searles (2pm, Cascade 11)
Gaming: Munchkin Cthulhu, host Marcus Evenstar (2pm, Cascade 11)
Gaming: AT-43 All-Day Demos, host W0LF (8am, Cascade 12)
Gaming: TBA, host Robert Moshell (10am, Cascade 12)
Gaming: TBA, host Mark Richardson (1pm, Cascade 12)
Gaming: Call of Cthulhu, host CthulhuBob (4pm, Cascade 12)
Gaming:Munchkin Bites, host Marcus Evenstar (4pm, Cascade 12)
Gaming: Traveller, host Craig McKinney (6pm, Cascade 12)
Gaming: The Stars Are Right, host Marcus Evenstar (6pm, Cascade 12)
Gaming: Frag Gold, host Marcus Evenstar (8pm, Cascade 12)
Concert: Creede Lambard, now 6:30pm–7:15pm, Evergreen 2 (was 6:30–7pm)
Concert: Tempered Glass, now 7:15–8:00pm, Evergreen 2 (was 7:30–8pm)
Concert: ASH Productions, now SATURDAY 9pm (was Friday 7pm)
Gaming: Call of Cthulhu host CthulhuBob is now 4pm (was 2pm)
Gaming: Shadowrun host Alan Bond is at 3pm (was 1pm)
Gaming: Tower of Mysteries is actually Tower of Mystery, and gaming apologies to the representative for the error.
If All the Computers Stopped Working: new panelists: Don Glover (M), Michael Ehart, Christopher Konker, Charles F Radley, Vernor Vinge
Independent and Small Press Publishing: new panelists: Caren Gussoff (M), Jim Frenkel, Rosemary Jones, Rose O'Keefe, Mary Robinette Kowal
SF Con or Pop Culture Event?: new panelists: Kevin Standlee (M), Chris Nilsson, Jesse Simpson
Are Vampires Just for Tweens?: new panelists: Julie McGalliard (M), Rosemary Jones, Adrian Phoenix, Jaye Wells
Future of Malware?: new panelists: Don Glover (M), Ted Butler, Michael Ehart, Greg Paddock
Devising Magical Systems: new panelists: A.M. Dellamonica, Jim Frenkel, Jeanne C. Stein, Saje Williams
And They Pay Me for This!: new panelists: L.J. Bothell, Janna Silverstein
Is Electronic Publishing the Future?: new panelists: L.J. Bothell, Ben Dobyns, Jim Frenkel, Rosemary Jones, Jak Koke
Autograph Session #1 new slate: Alma Alexander, Bethalynne Bajema, Richard Baker, Steven Barnes, Arthur Bozlee, Andy R. Bunch, Alan M. Clark, Greg Cox, Dr. John G. Cramer, Cory Doctorow, Elton Elliott, James C. Glass, Lisa Mantchev, John Jude Palencar, John A. Pitts, Mark Rahner, Leo Roberts, Merrilee Schedin, Jeanne C. Stein, Eric James Stone, Jeff Sturgeon, Vernor Vinge, Jaye Wells, Saje Williams
Alexander James Adams and Tricky Pixie are Alexander James Adams, S. J. Tucker, and Betsy Tinney
Geek Parents: new panelists: Michelle Lyons, Kris Millering, Dierdre Phoenix, Steve Savitzky
What is the Future Made Of?: new panelists: David Nasset, Sr., G. David Nordley
The Natural World: new panelists: A.M. Dellamonica, Jim Frenkel, Adrian Phoenix
PK Dick Awards: new panelists: William Sadorus (M), Carlos J. Cortes, Dr. John G. Cramer, Cory Doctorow, Jim Frenkel, Daryl Gregory, David Hartwell, Ian McDonald, John Jude Palencar, S. Andrew Swann, Vernor Vinge
Star Trek Fans and the Changing of the Guard: new panelists: Ben Andrews, Christopher Konker, Jesse Simpson
Hey, Check Out the Sex Scene in My Fantasy: new panelists: Greg Cox (M), Jim Frenkel, Mark Henry, Joshua Palmatier, Eden Robins
Thinking Small: new panelists: Raymond McCauley (M), Doug Odell
This Blood's for You: new panelists: Loree Parker (M), Phillip Brugalette, Mimi Noyes
Not a Personality Test.
Artists Alley today runs from 9am to 6pm with painting, maille knitting, loom, digital art, jewelry demos, face painting and a bunch of ways for you to participate.
Ask an artist for their opinion on your work. Ask how they do theirs! You can pick up tips, see works-in-progress, and even buy art directly from the people who do it. Preferably often. Very often! Artists Alley is where art is up close and personal!
Not a Personality Test. Win Prizes!
You heard right, folks, come to the Volunteers' Lounge and you can win one of several wonderful prizes!
Sign up and share in the fun from 9am to 11pm today. Don't miss out, you could be a lucky winner!
May involve a Personality Test. Hard to say. No prizes.
Greetings from the crew and Marine strike group of the USS Chinook. We will be receiving and commissioning our Nebula Class Variant II Starship on Saturday, April 3rd, at 4pm in the Maxi's Saloon at Norwescon! We would be delighted if you would beam aboard and join us for the ceremony and celebration!
Our crew, based in Renton, Washington, Region 5, seeks to boldly go and help prepare our world for a better future. We accept members from all areas of planet Earth and would love for you to join us! We are an all adult crew, but we do have a cadet program for younger recruits agents ten through seventeen. Our purpose is to have fun in a futuristic setting, enjoy the company of like-minded individuals, and give back to the community via our various charities and community service activities. We have monthly crew meetings on the 3rd Saturday of the month.
Learn more about the world of STARFLEET through Academy courses including Xenostudies on Klingons, Vulcans, etc., plus Aerospace, Infantry, other Military Studies, Strategy, and Leadership. If you are interested in joining us on the USS Chinook, please check out our table at Norwescon, go to http://www.usschinook.org, or email information@usschinook.org.
"It's in the file 'bite-me-starfleet.txt'"
"It will pucker sphincters you didn't know you had."
"We're Security, not Safety!"
"You are the only man I know who complains his thing is too big."
"Have you gotten laid since last year?"
"No grab-ass in the line!"
"Oh, you mean tomorrow! We are totally tl;dr-ing it tomorrow."
is the daily newsletter of Norwescon 33. The editors cannot be bribed as our needs and desires are beyond your imaginations, but news items, lulz, fish biscuits and other treats may be left in submissions boxes at Information, Registration, and Office. Deadline for each day's issue is 10pm the night before. Oh, and just FYI: don't sign the billion-year contract. Who knew that shit was enforceable? I mean really.
issue 2 2010.4.3 Saturerday
still less annoying than starfleet
This sunday, some rare Star Trek movie items will be auctioned off in the Norwescon Art and Charity Auction. This year the auction will benefit Clarion West, a writers' organization that teaches new and upcoming writers to hone their skills in the field of science fiction literature. Norwescon is proud to be a sponsor of this wonderful organization.
Renowned author Vonda McIntyre reached into her personal collection of Star Trek memorabilia to benefit this years' event. These one of a kind items can now be yours! The movie poster from Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan, framed and personally signed by Gene Roddenberry to Vonda! Also, a very rare Star Trek crew member's baseball jacket, with cool embroidered scenes from the movie!
There are many more interesting and really cool pieces that can be yours too. Signed books, art, handmade quilts and many other items donated from our dealers and fans, that will make you the envy of all your friends!!
The auction is Sunday at 11:30 am in Grand Ballroom 2.
The auction is an important event to benefit the next generation of science fiction writers and you can make their futures possible.
then watch it die
Cascade 12, Table gaming: Vegas Showdown! Build a famous casino, prevent others from buying what they need. Bidding, floor plans, poker chips, zoning variances, payoffs, destroying dreams. 'Nuff said.
Reading: Roberta Gregory/Broad Universe Rapid Fire Reading, (10pm-Midnight, Cascade 4)
Reading: Bruce Taylor, (11:30am, Cascade 3)
Reading: Cymbric Early-Smith, (7pm, Cascade 3)
Reading: Roberta Gregory, (7:30pm, Cascade 3)
Reading: Alan Clark, (8pm, Cascade 3)
Reading: Mark Henry, (8:30pm, Cascade 3)
Gaming: TBA, host Mark Richardson (10am, Cascade 12)
Gaming: Super Munchkin, host Marcus Evenstar (10am, Cascade 12)
Gaming: Chez Cthulhu, host Marcus Evenstar (Noon, Cascade 12)
Gaming: TBA, host Robert Moshell (1pm, Cascade 12)
Gaming: Circuit Racing Formula 1, host Austin Searles (2pm, Cascade 12)
Gaming: Lord of the Flies, host Marcus Evenstar (2pm, Cascade 12)
Gaming: Munchkin Booty, host Marcus Evenstar (4pm, Cascade 12)
Gaming: Revolution, host Marcus Evenstar (6pm, Cascade 12)
Concert: Leeni (was 10pm)
Reading: J. McKelvy (was 11:30am)
Concert: Ash Productions, now 9-10pm, Evergreen 1 (was Friday)
Concert: Death*Star, now 10-11pmpm, Evergreen 1 (was 10:30)
Building a Balance Mythos new panelists: Mary Robinette Kowal (M), Jim Frenkel, Jason Henninger, Joshua Palmatier, Mary Rodgers
The Editor and Writer Relationship new panelists Greg Cox (M), Jim Frenkel, Ian McDonald, Anthony Pryor, Ken Scholes, Janna Silverstein
Spotlight Publisher: TOR new panelists Jim Frenkel, David Hartwell
Autograph Session #2 lineup: John P. Alexander, Carol Berg, David Boop, SatyrPhil Brucato, Ted Butler, Bruce R. Cordell, Carlos Cortes, Dr. John G. Cramer, Jeff Davis, A.M. Dellamonica, Cory Doctorow, James Ernest, Yasmine Galenorn, Daryl Gregory, Jeff Grubb, Eileen Gunn, Brandon Jerwa, Jak Koke, Ian McDonald, John Jude Palencar, Kevin Radthorne, Ken Scholes, Lorelei Shannon, Jack Skillingstead, G. Robin Smith, S. Andrew Swann, S. J. Tucker, Vernor Vinge, Gareth Von Kallenbach
Women Characters in Comics: new panelists: Ashley Cook (M), andrew Dolbeck, Michael Ehart, Marcus Evenstar
The Genre Divide: new panelists: Cat Rambo (M), Greg Bear, Greg Cox, Jim Frenkel, David Hartwell, Janna Silverstein
Autograph Session #3 Lineup: Alexander James Adams, Myke Amend, Brenda Cooper, Dr. John G. Cramer, Cory Doctorow, S. Joe Downing, Michael Ehart, Roberta Gregory, Mark Henry, Jean Johnson, Rosemary Jones, Mary Robinette Kowal, G. David Nordley, John Jude Palencar, Joshua Palmatier, Adrian Phoenix, Irene Radford, Cat Rambo, Sean K Reynolds, Ben Thompson, Amy Thomson, Vernor Vinge, Rob Welch
It Ain't All Geetars and Mopy: new panelists: Dara Korra'ti (M), Jes Hart, Steven Perry
LGBT in Fandom: new panelists: Loree Parker (M), Dierdre Phoenix, Mickey Schultz
Figure Drawing Workshop — Models In Costume: new panelists: Anita Taylor (M), Victoria Shaffer
Surveillance in the 21st Century — is it Good or Bad?: new panelists: Cat Rambo (M), Cory Doctorow, Michael Ehart, Eileen Gunn, Ian McDonald
Kinderfilk: new panelists: Ash Productions, Callie Hills, Creede Lambard, David Nasset, Sr.
What Popped Your Fannish Cherry?: new panelists: Kevin Standlee, Amy Thompson
Harm Me with Harmony: new panelists: Alexander James Adams, Callie Hills, Angelica Sather Hodgetts, Athrylis Sather Hodgetts
The Business of Art: new panelists: John R. Gray III, John Jude Palencar, Tiffany Toland
Space — Humanity's Best Hope for Long-Term Survival?: New panelists: Brenda Cooper (M), Jim Frenkel, Guy Immega, G. David Nordley, Vernor Vinge
Exploring the Human Condition: new panelists: Nathan Crowder (M), Ben Andrews, Michael Ehart, Christian t. L. Mecham, Kevin Radthorne
Michael Vaillancourt is added to panels Spaceships, Armor, and Machines, Oh My, Figure Drawing Demo, The Business of Art, and Video Game Art
Sunday, 2pm, Cascade 10
The 2010 Hugo Award Nominations will be announced Sunday at 2pm at a live event being covered on ConReporter.com. You can come watch in Cascade 10, or anywhere you can get the internet. In case of last minute connectivity problems, the alternative location will be the foyer outside the Evergreen Rooms.
Tradition! Tradition!
Remember the Night Owl cleanup after the Saturday night dances of years past? Of course not.
Now we really need your help during daylight hours right after the Swap Meet on SUNDAY, starting at 2pm in Grand Ballroom 3. We need to pack up all the equipment and go home. Give us 10 minutes, 15 minutes, or more of your time; we'd love to have you.. The more volunteers we get the sooner we get done. Thank You!
Hear the Baying of the Hounds of Art!
If you haven't been by Artists Alley you really need to come by and see what is going on. Artists are in rotation and there are artists here today who weren't here yesterday. Digital, traditional, sculpture, jewelry, knots and loads more! We have face painting again today and some grat pros available to look at your work or do commission work. Check the schedule to see when things are happening. You will not be disappointed! We are here from 9am to 6pm.
Spelling is hard
The description for "The Dummy is You" panel says that you need to bring paper tape. This is another VICIOUS LIE. You need to bring DUCT tape. Also a bank statement, two picture IDs, and a note from yr mom. Saturday 1-3pm, Salon.
win prizes! first place: a convention! here! today!
Come to the Volunteers Lounge and show us what you're made of: test your strength, win the race, or show us your elite skills, and you could win one of many fabulous and fun prizes.
stupid computers
Saturday Evening, Cascade 3's 7-9pm schedule is completely wrong. It reprints Friday's schedule. I blame cosmic rays, n-r rays, manta rays, and Ray Harryhausen, who can't be thrilled with the remake.
It should be Cymbric Early-Smith (7pm), Roberta Gregory (7:30), Alan Clark (8pm), and Mark Henry (8:30pm).
The USS Chinook will be commissioning their Nebula Class (Variant II) Starship on Saturday, April 3rd, at 4pm in the Maxi's Saloon at Norwescon! they invite you to join them for the ceremony and celebration.
"Our purpose is to have fun in a futuristic setting, enjoy the company of like-minded individuals, and give back to the community via our various charities and community service activities. We have monthly crew meetings on the 3rd Saturday of the month.
If you are interested in joining us on the USS Chinook, please check out our table at Norwescon, go to http://www.usschinook.org, or email information@usschinook.org."
take that, sanity!
Okay! International Bank of Timbuktu fuckin' owns all of you. The fact you were not there makes you a very sad person indeed. Ummmm... Oh yeah! Ordering drinks by colour, which in retrospect was awesome, rock band, drunken rock band, annnnnnnnnnnd titty-ante poker! And they had no-fail mode on adn drunk nerds were like "I'M IN A BAANNNNNNNNNNNNND" and "YEAH LOVE THIS SONG" so the whole fuckin' party would flop back and forth from room to room, goin' AWESOME SONG / TITTIES! / AWESOME SONG / TITTIES! Everywhere else fuckin' sucked, y'all need to step it up. they're open again tomorrow. If you aren't there, this convention sucked for you.
Then we went to Biohazard, right, and we went to go up to the bar, and this guy was like, THERE'S A LINE. And I was there for 15 minutes and I don't think this line knows it's a line. "Do you know there's a line for alcohol?" And we were like "FUCK!" And so we get in line and finally one of my friends knows this line isn't like a line, so we ask people in front of us, and they're "There's a line?!" and we just want some fuckin' alcohol! and he's all like THERE'S A LINE!!! and you and your non-line line suck.
I felt really bad for Party in a Box, because I'm, like, they have candy, and dinner and shit, and they have their beds out. I'm pretty sure people are gonna find that and go HOLY CRAP FOOD AND BEDS and I'M HOME DUDES. We walked in there at like 9:30 and were like "oh this room's gonna be really popular around 12:45." Then there was rice crispie sushi and gummy bears and these gummy bears like work out, right? Because they're all muscle. It was like IT'S LIKE FUCKIN' CANDY SUSHI and OW IT HURT MY FACE!
Then we went up to the penthouse which is like nerd bar, and it's fuckin' boring, it was, it was literally a country bar, but instead of country hicks you had nerds, and it was just as boring. And none of them were talking about anything and drinks were like ten thousand dollars and you had to ride the elevator allllll the way up here and I had to ride it allllll the way down and all the people brought their spawn and I'm a guy and I'm gonna have my period by the time I get down there! This is bullshit! And this powerpuff girl got all mad at me and was like, "I'm old and you didn't compliment me!" and it ended with me getting punched and one shouldn't get punched by a powerpuff girl for insinuating they were old. That's just rude.
Anyway, and in closing, I can play rock band when I'm drunk. It's a skill.
"I've never been on a date with two people who were wasted." "You have not been to the right clubs."
"If there was ever a man who would choke to death on his own balls, it would be him."
"The weather is pretty good on the Genesis Planet, though — the Spock is in bloom, and really lovely this time of year."
"We ought to frame this. This is like nerdcore to the core."
"Didn't you bring any mundane clothes for Saturday night?"
"It seems like we just don't have good assassinations like we used to."
"I love Vernor Vinge. If I were still fertile, I'd have his babies."
"Who said this?! We could get Verner Vinge laid. C'mere, Vinge, we can get your ass laid. Seriously, we should call him."
is the daily newsletter of Norwescon 33. The editors cannot be bribed as our needs and desires are beyond your imaginations, but news items, lulz, fish biscuits, and other treats may be left in submissions boxes at Information, Registration, and Office. Deadline for each day's issue is 10pm the night before. Oh, and just FYI: don't send warnings to the past from the future. You end up deleting your
issue 3 2010.4.4 Sunday
Writer: Patricia McKillip
Artist: Kinuko Craft
Science: Marie D. Jones
Special: Jim and Shannon Butcher
Spotlight Publisher: Pyr
Norwescon 34's theme: Fantasy of the Mind
Bitter Angels won this year's Philip K. Dick award. Nisi Shawl accepted the award on behalf of C.L. Anderson.
Ian McDonald's Cyberabad Days received the runner up citation.
Norwescon 33 is officially SOLD OUT. Just over 3300 memberships were sold; the final number will be announced at closing ceremonies.
Thank you to all our members for making Norwescon 33 one of the largest Norwescons in history!
Gaming: The Stars Are Right, host CthulhuBob (Noon, Cascade 11)
Gaming: Munchkin: Player's Choice, host Marcus Evenstar (Noon, Cascade 11)
Space — Humanity's Best Hope for Long-Term Survival?: new panelists: Brenda Cooper (M), Jim Frenkel, Guy Immega, G. David Nordley, Vernor Vinge
Exploring the Human Condition: new panelists: Nathan Crowder (M), Ben Andrews, Michael Ehart, Christian t. L. Mecham, Kevin Radthorne
Home Recording II: new panelists: Alexander James Adams, Michelle Dockrey, Tony Fabris, Stephanie Weippert
Trouble Clef Jam (Songs in the Key of R): new panelists: Alexander James Adams, Ash Productions, Callie Hills, Creede Lambard, David Nasset, Sr., Death*Star, Mickey Phoenix, Naomi Rivks, Steve Savisky, S. J. Tucker, Vixy & Tony
V: The Visitors: new panelists: Leo Roberts, Jesse Simpson
Fandance Film Festival: new panelists: Edward Martin III, Ryan K. Johnson
Closing Ceremonies: new panelists: William Sadorus (M), Dr. John G. Cramer, Cory Doctorow, Jim Frenkel, David Hartwell, Tracy Knoedler, John Jude Palencar, Vernor Vinge
Honorable Mention for Attention to Detail: Heather Pringle of Eccentric Creations
Honorable Mention for Excellence in Embroidery: Bannerman
Best Novice: Jareth, the Goblin King
Best Journeyman for make-up: Dalmatina Lady
Best Master: Medieval Japanese Court Lady in Late Winter
Best in Show: News from Draconis
Trixie Award: Nairobi
From all judges, for excellence in wings and overall effect: Wings of Aion
Judge's Choice for most intriguing: Hyacinth Broadbent
Best Novice: News from Draconis
Best Journeyman: Good is Bad
Best Master: Capt. Dallas
Best in Show: Cthulhu's Jester
Most Promising New Costumer: More Plausible than Perfect, Philip Buff
Best Science Fiction Theme: EEAR KIT, Linda Halligan
Stem Stitch Workmanship: Salmon Le Sac, April Faires
Best Planned Functionality: Brown Art Bag, Tina Comroe
Outstanding Knitting Technique: Tauri Phone Home, Joy Lee Barnhart
Outstanding Quilt Techniques: Boilerplate Visits a Crazy Quilt, Deborah Paul Olsen
Outstanding Use of Felting Techniques: Dragon Bad, Claudette Wagner
Best Use of Recycled Materials: Black Silk, Melissa Cooper (Dellyn)
Honorable Mention: White Witch's Soul Bag, Lynne Magie (Squirrel)
Judge's Choice: Middle Eastern Fantasy, Lynn Kingsley
Outstanding Novice: buh-DOW!, Jean Jones
Achievement for Pattern Alteration to Achieve High Functionality: Hidden Treasure, Martha Eby
Most Creative Use of Materials: Combat Purse, Lady Bane
Best Recreation: K-9 in Disguise, Solaris (Michelle George)
Best Theme: Life, Frame by Frame, Ariana Munssey
Best Workmanship: Totoro Bag with Catbus, Janice Mears (Oopsigottarun)
Best of Show: Dragon Bag, Tammie Dupuis
The Norwescon Art Show is proud to announce this year's Judges' Choice and People's Choice Awards. We also wish to thank this years judges, Don Lackey, Jean Carlos, Shaughnessy, and John Jude Palencar for their time and good judgement. Doug and Pat Booze would also like to thank their team for its dedication and hard work. Without them, Norwescon wouldn't have had an art show!
Guest of Honor Choice: Kyle Abernethy, "Memento Mori"
Best in Show: Michael Duquette, "Ice Dragon"
First Place: Jeff Sturgeon, "Event Horizon"
Second Place: Cyndy Salisbury, "King of the Greenman"
Third Place: Theresa Mather, "The Challenge"
Best 3-D: Michael Duquette, "Ice Dragon"
Best Black & White: Josh Foreman, "Legalism"
Best Mix: Stephen Lestat, "The Deal"
Best Color: Sarah Clemens, "Aeronauts"
Best Textile: Teresa Miller, "Embroidery Quilted Sample"
Best Jewelry: Tammy Micleson, "Black & Gold Reversible Clockwork Necklace 20"
Best in Show: Butch G. Honeck, "Steam Powered Computer"
Best Sci-Fi: Jeff Sturgeon, "Event Horizon"
Best Horror: John Jude Palencar, "Tales of The Lovecraft"
Best Humor: Megan McBirney, "Splat"
Best Fantasy: Mark Roland, "To Rise Again in Spring"
Join us in the Volunteers Lounge from 9am to Noon for your last chance to win one of Many! Fabulous! Prizes! Now is your opportunity to test yourself in feats of skill and walk home with one of many wonderful awards.
does our artist goh have a sense of humor? let's find out, shall we?
<points at programme book centrefold> This is an anal-retentive dragon. THIS is an anal-retentive dragon! This dragon is fucking bored. See these things? This dragon stacked these things himself. This is wrong. Did he contract this shit out? No! He fucking did this all on his own on a Tuesday night when there was nothing on TV. This is bullshit! And what is this in this fucking mountainside? He carved that. This is some art hippie dragon. NO! HE'S GOT ARCHITECTURE SKILLS! STOP HIM!! God damn. Never fuck with an art hippie dragon! Especially when he has fuckin' laser beams coming out of his back.
That picture's been bothering me all weekend.
does our hotel have a sense of humor? let's find out, shall we?
ok ok ok ok ok next year if the cafe is not fuckin' open until one in the morning like it says it is on the goddamn wall we should fuckin' riot. We should bring that bitch down. Not the whole hotel, just that part. It says 1am on that fuckin' sign on the wall and they're all WE DIDN'T KNOW THERE WAS ANYBODY IN THE HOTEL and there's like 2900 of us, bitches. And that's all I got to say. PS HOTEL I LOVE YOUUUUUU
you can find that shit out on the interweb, man. no, seriously.
I don't know what it is with Biohazard but these guys decided they're some trendy LA club in the middle of nerdville and they have a line that's like a mile long and the hotel's only one block so how does that even work? Guess where we didn't go! Fuck that.
Okay however. To start out with. 5452. If there was an alcoholic version of pleasantly getting the shit getting kicked out of you in a back alley, you would find it in 5452. we found this really awesome party that doesn't exist, it's like a seriously secret thing, we had to sit through a presentation thing, they even gave us a little chip, my as still hurts where they injected it, we had to sit through this fucking thing, it's call the Teodoro Family Party. If you find these guys, they know their shit, man. They got us well and truly lit, just out of the kindness of their hearts. We went from fucked up to WOAH OMG in like nothing flat. And we were pretty fucked up already.
The only note I have in my notepad is there's this secret party I'm not supposed to talk about.
"I ♥ Brains" button, in dealer's room. Ask AmyCat at Book Universe for it.
Did you dance the night away? Did you watch or participate in the Masq? You're invited Sunday afternoon after the Swap Meet (around 2pm), the lights are up and you get to see the magic. And we'd love for you to help us tear down the magic and pack it up. Wow, will it all fit in those boxes?
The more volunteers we get, the sooner we get done! Come help!
If you won a Tonopah in 2002 pre-support at Match Game SF and did not receive your prize, you may get it today at the Hugo Award Nomination Announcement panel in Cascade 10 at 2pm.
Last chance for Artists' Alley! I know you told yourself that you would get to it, but you haven't, have you? Well, why the hell not? We are only in operation from 10am to 2pm today, so stop procrastinating and come by!
Our final panel of Movie Previews will start right at Noon and run until 2pm in Evergreen 1-2. The list of "Why Why Why?" is longer than ever! If you haven't seen the latest from Hollywood, drop on by.
"I'm not saying you ARE a tool, I'm saying I HAVE your tool."
"I do have privilege. I'm white, I'm male, and appear mostly gender conforming, except when I open my mouth and eight yards of chiffon fall out."
Pat Booze to Doug Booze: "Officer Jim said there's no sex in marriage; sorry, honey."
"He's Sicilian. It took us four hours to shave him from head to toe."
"It's somewhere between 'yum' and 'my mouth is being violated.'"
"What was your grade?" "I dont know. My paper was returned to me in an urn."
Her: "Are you going to follow me all night?" Him: "Not if you go to your room."
Cory Doctorow: "[Science fiction] was the love that dared not speak its name."
"I'm really curious to see what comes out on paper. It's like the Nuremberg trials of drunk."
was the daily "news"letter of Norwescon 33. R'ykandar (Dara) Korra'ti is all done with this now. Kate Wolfe's just getting started! SunnyJim won't admit working on it 'cause we've all been TERMINATED. Bye!