akirlu | Prolog(ue): A Convention - August 14

Prologue (noun): (1) a separate introductory section of a literary work; (2) an event or action that leads to another event or situation; (3) a small literary and fannish gathering in the Seattle area before Sasquan, the 73rd World Science Fiction convention, in Spokane.

In the tradition of Corflu, Potlatch, and Precursor, Seattle fandom is hosting a small almost-but-not-quite-actually-because-program relaxacon the weekend before Worldcon. Those interested in flying in to Seattle and driving or taking a train to Spokane can stop off and hang out by the pool or in our well-appointed consuite first. Those wanting an excuse to visit Seattle when the weather is actually decent, whether they plan to attend Sasquan or not, are welcome to join us. There are plans afoot. A dialog about fandom in blog and fanzine form. A local beer/brewery/winery tour before and/or after the convention. Dim sum expeditions. A guided tour of 1) Uwajimaya - purveyors of fine entirely edible uwajimacallits 2)the library that straddles a river 3)the house that Fry built or 4) the fastest route through IKEA? Proof that Renton is actually a lot more interesting than you think, for sure.

Right now until mid-May, attending memberships are only $30 each. Join up now and save ten bucks. Or, if you think you may not be able to attend, but want the fanzine anyhow, send us $15 for a supporting membership and you can convert later.

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