Portland Zine Symposium 2009

Registration for 2009 PZS is now OPEN!

Hello PZS friends!

This is your final heads up that registration for the 2009 Portland Zine Symposium is now OPEN!

- Registration is PER DAY: Attendees will be able to register for one day, two days, or all three days.

- Registration is a $5 donation for a half table per day and a $10 donation for a full table per day: So, a full table for three days would be a $30 donation, or you could do a half table for three days for a $15 donation, or you could do a full table for two days and a half for one day for a $25 donation, etc.

- Full table registration is limited to 30 of the 90 tables: If you are planning to register for a full table this year, please keep this in mind and give us a detailed explanation as to why you'd prefer a full table when you register online. Not all table registrations will be approved, As full table registration will be limited to make sure PZS is more inclusive, so please DO NOT MAKE YOUR FULL TABLE DONATION UNTIL YOUR FULL TABLE REGISTRATION HAS BEEN CONFIRMED AND APPROVED.

- Please register ONLINE: Even if you're mailing in your donation for a table, PLEASE REGISTER ONLINE so that we have your info and you don't end up getting waitlisted.

Thanks for your continued support of PZS.

Litfest & Radco

Reports from this past week and weekends events of Litfest & Radcon.

Sci-fi fans rejoice: Radcon beams up Feb. 13-15

LitFest 2009 to feature earthly and celestial stars

Lecture kicks off LitFest in a galaxy far, far away ...

Sci-Fi Gaming Convention Comes to Tri-Cities

For the Love of A Con

Geeks Unite at Radcon

Welcome to the Nascent Days of Steamcon!

We are beginning the endeavor of creating a steampunk symposium of the highest caliber in the resplendent Pacific Northwest - SteamCon, October 23-25, 2009 at the Seattle Airport Marriott.

Activities and events are being schemed and plotted.

Guests, vendors and artisans are being persuaded to aid in our humble endeavor.

Our Writer Guest of Honor is Tim Powers.
Our Artist Guest of Honor is Paul Guinan.
Our Music Guests of Honor are Abney Park.

So what else can you look forward to?

* A concert by Abney Park!!!!
* Performances by Vernian Process
*A Vendor’s Bazaar packed with exotic wares
* An Art Exhibition
* The Perpetual Teatime and Hospitality suite
* The Magic Lantern Theater
* Talks and discussions on all matters steampunk
* Gun modification demonstrations
* Lessons in etiquette
* Steam technology exhibitions
* Games and diversions of a role playing nature
* Cabaret acts presented by the esteemed Mr. Bodewell
* And much more to be announced…
Including several limited capacity events like our High Tea and Fashion Show, and a special concert!
More details as we get things finalized!

Go to www.steam-con.com for all the latest details!

Steam-Con Website Launches!

Steam-Con is pleased to announce that the website for Steam-Con is now available. You may go and register for our steamposium and reserve your accommodations for the auspicious weekend.

http://steam-con.com/

Summer School in Forks: A Twilight Symposium

Summer School in Forks: A Twilight Symposium
June 25-28, 2009
Forks, WA
http://www.litfanevents.org/summerinforks/index.html

Literature-Inspired Fandom Events, Inc. is proud to announce its new convention: Summer School in Forks: A Twilight Symposium.

Running June 25-28, 2009, Summer School in Forks: A Twilight Symposium will not only encompass the journey of the beloved characters in Stephenie Meyer's Twilight Saga, but also the individual journeys of those who savor them.

L.I.F.E. invites those 14 and over who have read Stephenie Meyer's Twilight series to join us for 3 days of Summer School Fun. Not only will there be activities- such as a Prom in the actual Forks High School Gym- students and fans, academics and educators, young and not-so-young will be joining in Forks, Washington to discuss, debate and celebrate the world in a Twilight Convention

Along with keynote speakers and luncheons, attendees will have the opportunity to take a field trip to La Push, make crafts, compete in the Bella Swan Memorial Volleyball Tournament and possibly be crowned Prom Queen or King. When not studying, attendees can visit the hospital where Dr. Cullen saves lives, visit the police station that Charlie runs, and shop at the Thriftway just like Bella. “Students” can also stroll the homey streets where Bella and all the wonderful Twilight characters come to life.

For the family members not interested in Twilight (yes, it's hard to imagine such a thing), Forks is well known for fabulous fishing opportunities, hikes in the Hoh Rain Forest, and easy access to beautiful beaches. The quaint, seaside town of Port Angeles is just a mere hour’s drive away.

Join us in the rainy town where Bella’s adventures took place. Bond with others who share the joy and love of Stephenie Meyer's epic Twilight series.

Registration will be opened soon. Please watch for updates!

Check back for updates and contact us at info@litfanevents.org