November 10, 2023 - November 12, 2023
M. Aruguete
C. Beach
K. Brown
S. Burke
J Cauffman
A. Choi
R. Chwedyk
A. Collier
A. Craig
L. Darrow
S. Dealy
B. Detzner
J. DeVore
E. Donat
S. Duffy
D. Edwards
L. Erlick
D. Fabi
C. Flynt
R. Garfinkle
C. Gerrib
A. Geyer
W. Halsey
P. Haynie
R. Heinz
K. Herkes
B. Higgins
D. Hirsch
R.J. Howell
M. Huston
Z. Jeffries
O. Kazantsev
D. Krause
N. Litherland
M. Marlys
M. Mascari
V. Massetti
L. Masterson
J. Matulonis
Moebius Theatre
T. Mueller
D. Munro
M. Munro
K. Peck
A. Primlani
N. Rest
J. Rice-Snow
S. Rice-Snow
L. Rocha
F. Roman
C. Roper
M. Roth
M. Silver
J. Skwarski
R. Smith
T. Smith
J. Stary
G. Strayer
R. Tabler
D. Taylor II
To Be Announced
A. Theisen
C. Thomas-Davidoff
B. Thomasson
J. Wardale
R. Waterson
L. Webber
D. Wyatt
J. Youngberg
L. Zeldes
Reading Sat 5p - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 5:00 pm to 5:30 pm - Butterfield
Mimi Aruguete
M. Aruguete (M)
Spooky Stories - Friday, 11-10-2023 - 10:00 pm to 11:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
Put on your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and come listen to a number of spooky stories before bedtime! (Not recommended for younger children.)
C. Beach (M)
C. Thomas-Davidoff (M)
Tarot Cards 101 - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm - Kent (Programming)
A friendly discussion of tarot cards and their use in divination.
K. Brown (M)
L. Darrow
Flower Fairies - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm - Private Dining Room (Makers)
Make and take your very own flower fairies.
K. Brown (M)
E. Donat (M)
Stitch & Bitch Sun - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm - Private Dining Room (Makers)
K. Brown
L. Zeldes
Writer's Workshop Session 1 - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 9:00 am to 12:00 pm - Butterfield/Camden (Writers Workshop)
Entries: “An Orchid for Deirdre Jean” by Kevin J. Miller A Bite of Life, Chapter One, by David Wyatt The Bullet from Earth by Charles Ott
S. Burke
R. Chwedyk
M. Huston
O. Kazantsev (M)
A. Primlani
SETI Protocols - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm - York (Programming)
What are the protocols for alien contact?
S. Burke
B. Higgins
The Many Types of Fantasy - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 8:00 pm to 9:00 pm - Ogden (Readings)
From high fantasy to low fantasy and let's not forget the popular epic fantasy. Who determines the meaning of these distinctions? Are they different?
S. Burke (M)
R. Chwedyk
R. Garfinkle
Z. Jeffries
A. Primlani
The Obligatory Dr. Who Panel - Good-Bye Rubber Suits - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 11:00 am to 12:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
Has it lost its nostalgic charm since the special effects are better?
S. Burke (M)
J. Skwarski
The Royal Manticoran Boarding Action Day 1 - Friday, 11-10-2023 - 8:30 pm to 11:30 pm - Kent (Programming)
J Cauffman (M)
The Royal Manticoran Boarding Action Day 2 - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 8:30 pm to 11:30 pm - Kent (Programming)
J Cauffman (M)
Opening Ceremonies - Friday, 11-10-2023 - 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm - Riverview Ballroom (Main Programming)
It’s time to kick off Windycon 49! Come meet the guests and hear what we’ve got planned for you this weekend.
A. Choi
R. Heinz
T. Mueller
L. Rocha
T. Smith
J. Stary
L. Webber
Rockets, Telescopes, and the Space Program - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 10:00 am to 11:00 am - Riverview Ballroom (Main Programming)
This Q&A;Session on Rockets, Telescopes, and the US space program will be an exciting and informative event that will touch on the fascinating world of space exploration with April Jennifer Choi, an engineering manager at Kennedy Space Center who has worked on the James Webb Space Telescope and is currently working on the Artemis Program, NASA’s return to the Moon. Participants can ask questions and gain insights into the advancements in space technology, the challenges faced in space missions, and the significant role of telescopes in space research.
A. Choi (M)
Women & Minorities in the Space Program - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm - Riverview Ballroom (Main Programming)
A presentation and discussion on women and minorities in the US space program sheds light on the remarkable contributions, challenges, and progress made by underrepresented groups in the pursuit of space exploration. It highlights the historical struggles women and minorities faced in breaking barriers and achieving equal representation in the space industry. This panel aims to celebrate the accomplishments of women and minorities, encourage greater representation in STEM fields, and emphasize the importance of embracing diversity to advance the frontiers of space exploration for the benefit of all humankind. Hosted by April Jennifer Choi, a woman, a minority, and an engineering manager at Kennedy Space Center.
A. Choi (M)
Artemis Return to the Moon - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm - Riverview Ballroom (Main Programming)
The Artemis Program is a strategic initiative undertaken by NASA with the goal of facilitating the return of astronauts to the Moon. This initiative represents a significant milestone in the field of space exploration and builds upon the accomplishments of the Apollo missions. The ultimate objective of Artemis is to establish a sustainable human presence on the lunar surface by the mid-2020s. This program encompasses a series of crewed missions, both orbital and lunar, which will utilize cutting-edge technology and foster international collaboration to advance lunar exploration. Key objectives of Artemis include conducting scientific research, testing new technologies for future missions to Mars, and forming international partnerships to expand the horizons of space exploration. With the Artemis Program, NASA aims to push the boundaries of human exploration, inspire future generations, and lay the groundwork for humanity's future expeditions to other celestial bodies within our solar system and beyond.
A. Choi (M)
Whips, Faster than the speed of sound - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 11:00 am to 12:00 pm - Riverview Ballroom (Main Programming)
The whip-cracking panel is a captivating and dynamic event that explores the art and diversity of whips, featuring a demonstration from the renowned whip cracker, April Jennifer Choi. Attendees have the unique opportunity to witness April Jennifer Choi's exceptional skills as she showcases her mastery of whip cracking, demonstrating the finesse and precision required to achieve world-record-breaking feats. Whether you're an aspiring whip cracker, an enthusiast of circus skills, or simply curious about this art form, this panel promises to be an awe-inspiring experience that celebrates the fasting thing that people routinely throw.
A. Choi (M)
Closing Ceremonies - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm - Riverview Ballroom (Main Programming)
All good things must come to an end, and so too must Windycon 49. Come for a last chance to see our guests, see who won awards, and to find out what we’re planning for the big Windycon 50!
A. Choi
R. Heinz
T. Mueller
L. Rocha
T. Smith
J. Stary
To Be Announced
L. Webber
Writer's Workshop Session 1 - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 9:00 am to 12:00 pm - Butterfield/Camden (Writers Workshop)
Entries: “An Orchid for Deirdre Jean” by Kevin J. Miller A Bite of Life, Chapter One, by David Wyatt The Bullet from Earth by Charles Ott
S. Burke
R. Chwedyk
M. Huston
O. Kazantsev (M)
A. Primlani
Reading Sat 2:30p - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 2:30 pm to 3:00 pm - Butterfield
R. Chwedyk (M)
The Many Types of Fantasy - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 8:00 pm to 9:00 pm - Ogden (Readings)
From high fantasy to low fantasy and let's not forget the popular epic fantasy. Who determines the meaning of these distinctions? Are they different?
S. Burke (M)
R. Chwedyk
R. Garfinkle
Z. Jeffries
A. Primlani
Writer's Workshop Session 3 - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 9:00 am to 12:00 pm - Butterfield/Camden (Writers Workshop)
Entries: “The Man from Tyr” by Sebastian J. Arviso “Shipwreck” by Dale Cozort
R. Chwedyk
R. Garfinkle
C. Gerrib
R.J. Howell
M. Marlys (M)
Writer's Workshop Session 2 - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 9:00 am to 12:00 pm - Butterfield
Entries: The Making of a (Trickster) Goddess by Elizabeth Levin “Magic Sue” by Daniel T. Miller
A. Collier
B. Detzner
K. Herkes
M. Mascari (M)
Reading Sat 4:30p - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 4:30 pm to 5:00 pm - Butterfield
Alexei Collier
A. Collier (M)
Signing Sat 5p - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 5:00 pm to 5:30 pm - Hallway Signing Table
Alexei Collier
A. Collier (M)
Have Vampires Flown off into the sunrise? - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm - Ogden (Readings)
Where have all the vampire stories gone?
A. Craig
D. Fabi
L. Masterson
D. Munro
L. Zeldes (M)
Female Erotic Novel Trend - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 9:00 pm to 10:00 pm - Windsor (Readings)
From Vampires to shapeshifters and now aliens especially if they're Alpha males. Are real men becoming too sensitive in real life?
A. Craig
D. Krause (M)
V. Massetti
Reading Sun 10:30a - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 10:30 am to 11:00 am - Ogden (Readings)
Alexis D Craig
A. Craig (M)
Signing Sun 11a - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 11:00 am to 11:30 am - Hallway Signing Table
Alexis D Craig
A. Craig (M)
Up Close Magic - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 11:00 am to 12:00 pm - Windsor (Readings)
Experience the fun of slight of hand magic with Master Magician Lee Darrow.
L. Darrow (M)
Tarot Cards 101 - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm - Kent (Programming)
A friendly discussion of tarot cards and their use in divination.
K. Brown (M)
L. Darrow
Hypnotism Show - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
Don't Try This At Home. Experience a professional hypnotist show with a Master Hypnotist.
L. Darrow (M)
Recording your story - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
How to capture Audio for podcasts, audio dramas, and audiobooks. Room treatment, microphones, interfaces, and software.
S. Dealy (M)
Being a Voice Actor in 2023 - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
A general overview of the voice acting industry, and the performance, technical, and marketing skills necessary to become a working voice talent!
S. Dealy (M)
Writer's Workshop Session 2 - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 9:00 am to 12:00 pm - Butterfield
Entries: The Making of a (Trickster) Goddess by Elizabeth Levin “Magic Sue” by Daniel T. Miller
A. Collier
B. Detzner
K. Herkes
M. Mascari (M)
Audible & Beyond - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm - Kent (Programming)
The rise of audio books and how it affects perceptions of the story being told.
B. Detzner (M)
P. Haynie
R. Waterson
Reading Sat 1p - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 1:00 pm to 1:30 pm - Butterfield
Brendan Detzner
B. Detzner (M)
Signing Sat 1:30p - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 1:30 pm to 2:00 pm - Hallway Signing Table
Brendan Detzner
B. Detzner (M)
Hollywood on Strike - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm - York (Programming)
How will this affect media fandom?
B. Detzner (M)
A. Primlani
Stonehenge Inspiration through the ages. - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm - Windsor (Readings)
What books and movies got right or wrong? The debate continues.
B. Detzner
D. Krause (M)
The Forever Craft - that long lost project - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 10:00 am to 11:00 am - Hunt (AV Programming)
J. DeVore
C. Flynt
M. Silver (M)
L. Zeldes
Flower Fairies - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm - Private Dining Room (Makers)
Make and take your very own flower fairies.
K. Brown (M)
E. Donat (M)
SciFi or Horror? - Friday, 11-10-2023 - 9:00 pm to 10:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
How often is the line between the 2 blurred and has that blurry line moved more recently than it did in the past.
S. Duffy
D. Edwards
N. Litherland
D. Munro (M)
K. Peck
Reading Sat 12:30p - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 12:30 pm to 1:00 pm - Ogden (Readings)
Malda Marlys
S. Duffy (M)
Stupid Alien Anatomy in the Movies - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm - Camden
How do you build a spaceship when you only have claws??
S. Duffy
B. Higgins (M)
"Out There" Characters - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
Do out there characters have to be weird?
S. Duffy
C. Flynt (M)
R. Garfinkle
N. Litherland
SciFi or Horror? - Friday, 11-10-2023 - 9:00 pm to 10:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
How often is the line between the 2 blurred and has that blurry line moved more recently than it did in the past.
S. Duffy
D. Edwards
N. Litherland
D. Munro (M)
K. Peck
The Mouse that Rules Entertainment? - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 10:00 am to 11:00 am - York (Programming)
Disney now owns Lucasfilms (Star Wars), 20th Century Studios (Avatar), Marvel Studios, Pixar & Searchlight Studios. What are the ramifications of this entertainment monopoly?
D. Edwards
V. Massetti
Reading Sat 8p - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 8:00 pm to 8:30 pm - Butterfield
Duryea Edwards
D. Edwards (M)
Signing Sat 8:30p - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 8:30 pm to 9:00 pm - Hallway Signing Table
Duryea Edwards
D. Edwards (M)
Movies that Couldn't be made today & what would happen if we tried? - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
A discussion of politically incorrect movies (Blazing Saddles, Kentucky Fried Movie & Tropic Thunder are examples)
D. Edwards
V. Massetti (M)
J. Matulonis
Reading Sat 11:30a - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 11:30 am to 12:00 pm - Ogden (Readings)
Lance Erlick
L. Erlick (M)
Signing Sat 12p - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 12:00 pm to 12:30 pm - Hallway Signing Table
Lance Erlick
L. Erlick (M)
Self-Publishing Trend - Good or Bad - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm - York (Programming)
Should editors & publishers be mandatory or not.
L. Erlick (M)
C. Flynt
L. Masterson
D. Munro
R. Tabler
We Survived the Pandemic?? - Friday, 11-10-2023 - 9:00 pm to 10:00 pm - York (Programming)
Did we? What are the differences between pre and post 2020?
D. Fabi (M)
R. Garfinkle
B. Thomasson
L. Zeldes
Have Vampires Flown off into the sunrise? - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm - Ogden (Readings)
Where have all the vampire stories gone?
A. Craig
D. Fabi
L. Masterson
D. Munro
L. Zeldes (M)
The Titan Disaster - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm - Camden
The private sector has been venturing into territory reserved for specialists. Should they be stopped?
D. Fabi (M)
P. Haynie
J. Matulonis
J. Youngberg
Reading Sat 3p - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 3:00 pm to 3:30 pm - Butterfield
Dexter Fabi
D. Fabi (M)
Reading - Sat 10:30a - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 10:30 am to 11:00 am - Windsor (Readings)
Clif Flynt
C. Flynt (M)
Self-Publishing Trend - Good or Bad - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm - York (Programming)
Should editors & publishers be mandatory or not.
L. Erlick (M)
C. Flynt
L. Masterson
D. Munro
R. Tabler
"Out There" Characters - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
Do out there characters have to be weird?
S. Duffy
C. Flynt (M)
R. Garfinkle
N. Litherland
The Forever Craft - that long lost project - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 10:00 am to 11:00 am - Hunt (AV Programming)
J. DeVore
C. Flynt
M. Silver (M)
L. Zeldes
We Survived the Pandemic?? - Friday, 11-10-2023 - 9:00 pm to 10:00 pm - York (Programming)
Did we? What are the differences between pre and post 2020?
D. Fabi (M)
R. Garfinkle
B. Thomasson
L. Zeldes
Reading - Sat 10a - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 10:00 am to 10:30 am - Windsor (Readings)
Richard Garfinkle
R. Garfinkle (M)
"Out There" Characters - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
Do out there characters have to be weird?
S. Duffy
C. Flynt (M)
R. Garfinkle
N. Litherland
The Many Types of Fantasy - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 8:00 pm to 9:00 pm - Ogden (Readings)
From high fantasy to low fantasy and let's not forget the popular epic fantasy. Who determines the meaning of these distinctions? Are they different?
S. Burke (M)
R. Chwedyk
R. Garfinkle
Z. Jeffries
A. Primlani
Writer's Workshop Session 3 - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 9:00 am to 12:00 pm - Butterfield/Camden (Writers Workshop)
Entries: “The Man from Tyr” by Sebastian J. Arviso “Shipwreck” by Dale Cozort
R. Chwedyk
R. Garfinkle
C. Gerrib
R.J. Howell
M. Marlys (M)
The Obligatory Star Trek Panel - Going Back Before the Future - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 10:00 am to 11:00 am - Kent (Programming)
Paramount+ series. What has worked and what hasn't worked?
C. Gerrib (M)
D. Hirsch
M. Munro
D. Taylor II
Reading Sat 12p - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 12:00 pm to 12:30 pm - Ogden (Readings)
Chris Gerrib
C. Gerrib (M)
Steampunk for Beginners - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm - Windsor (Readings)
Did Jules Verne found this movement or were there others?
C. Gerrib
R. Smith (M)
Sex. Why Did it Have to Have Sex? - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 8:00 pm to 9:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
When a story's good lore is thrown away for some trashy sex scenes.
C. Gerrib (M)
V. Massetti
M. Roth
Writer's Workshop Session 3 - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 9:00 am to 12:00 pm - Butterfield/Camden (Writers Workshop)
Entries: “The Man from Tyr” by Sebastian J. Arviso “Shipwreck” by Dale Cozort
R. Chwedyk
R. Garfinkle
C. Gerrib
R.J. Howell
M. Marlys (M)
Chicago SF Book Discussion - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm - Kent (Programming)
A book discussion of "The Mote in God's Eye" by Larry Niven and Jerry Pournelle.
A. Geyer (M)
Stitch & Bitch Sat - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm - Private Dining Room (Makers)
W. Halsey
M. Silver
J. Skwarski
Cloning - Where are we now? - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 11:00 am to 12:00 pm - Ogden (Readings)
A discussion of cloning and where scientists are at now.
W. Halsey (M)
B. Thomasson
Audible & Beyond - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm - Kent (Programming)
The rise of audio books and how it affects perceptions of the story being told.
B. Detzner (M)
P. Haynie
R. Waterson
The Titan Disaster - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm - Camden
The private sector has been venturing into territory reserved for specialists. Should they be stopped?
D. Fabi (M)
P. Haynie
J. Matulonis
J. Youngberg
Alternatives to D&D; - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 8:00 pm to 9:00 pm - York (Programming)
What are the alternatives to D&D;? Let's find out together!!
P. Haynie (M)
J. Youngberg
Reading Sun 10a - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 10:00 am to 10:30 am - Ogden (Readings)
Paul Haynie
P. Haynie (M)
Opening Ceremonies - Friday, 11-10-2023 - 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm - Riverview Ballroom (Main Programming)
It’s time to kick off Windycon 49! Come meet the guests and hear what we’ve got planned for you this weekend.
A. Choi
R. Heinz
T. Mueller
L. Rocha
T. Smith
J. Stary
L. Webber
How to (Not) Suck at Storytelling - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm - Riverview Ballroom (Main Programming)
Join Rick Heinz from Geek & Sundry and other Storytellers for a panel on Game Mastering tips and tricks. Find your style, learn player agency, and learn why you should never run a dream sequence. A one-stop shop for do's and don't's from those who have made every error.
R. Heinz (M)
The Black Ballad - WindyCon Interactive D&D; - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm - Ogden (Readings)
Have you lost a loved D&D;character to sword or dragons fire? Ever wonder what happens before the soul is returned to life? Or perhaps you are determined to get back to life. Join Rick Heinz at Windycon as he hosts a large group play session of The Black Ballad. Bring your dead character and permission from your GM and compete in The Gamble of Fates to bet your character's memory at a shot of resurrection in a Purgatory Poker match among other dead characters. Only one winner will be granted redemption in their twist of fate in this high-stakes event that could very well impact your current campaign.
R. Heinz (M)
Tabletop RPG's from Cradle To Grave - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 9:00 pm to 10:00 pm - York (Programming)
Looking to get into the game industry? Join Rick Heinz (Storytellers Forge, Geek & Sundry, GM Tips, Nerdist) and other insiders for a look at how to make your TTRPG or even submit and pitch your ideas to publishers. We cover everything from the blank page to launching your campaign to the public!
R. Heinz (M)
Nerd for a Living: The Realities of Publishing - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm - York (Programming)
How do you make the transition from debut novelist to full time author? What about creating your own brand from thin air? Join fellow nerds who are switching over or have made the switch fully and explore what it's like to work on your favorite properties.
R. Heinz (M)
Closing Ceremonies - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm - Riverview Ballroom (Main Programming)
All good things must come to an end, and so too must Windycon 49. Come for a last chance to see our guests, see who won awards, and to find out what we’re planning for the big Windycon 50!
A. Choi
R. Heinz
T. Mueller
L. Rocha
T. Smith
J. Stary
To Be Announced
L. Webber
Writer's Workshop Session 2 - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 9:00 am to 12:00 pm - Butterfield
Entries: The Making of a (Trickster) Goddess by Elizabeth Levin “Magic Sue” by Daniel T. Miller
A. Collier
B. Detzner
K. Herkes
M. Mascari (M)
NASA's Psyche Mission: Journey to a Metal Asteroid - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 11:00 am to 12:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
"Psyche" is the name of a new NASA spacecraft, launched in October—and also the name of its destination, a large, dense asteroid that seems to contain a lot of metal. No spacecraft has yet visited any of the iron-rich asteroids that are parents of the metal meteorites in museums. NASA plans to use electric propulsion to fly to Psyche, enter orbit, and study it closely to learn whether it is the core of a larger, shattered proto-planet. Join Bill Higgins for a look at the Asteroid Belt's latest explorer.
B. Higgins (M)
SETI Protocols - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm - York (Programming)
What are the protocols for alien contact?
S. Burke
B. Higgins
Stupid Alien Anatomy in the Movies - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm - Camden
How do you build a spaceship when you only have claws??
S. Duffy
B. Higgins (M)
The Obligatory Star Trek Panel - Going Back Before the Future - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 10:00 am to 11:00 am - Kent (Programming)
Paramount+ series. What has worked and what hasn't worked?
C. Gerrib (M)
D. Hirsch
M. Munro
D. Taylor II
The Phandemonium Book Club - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm - Camden
We will be discussing Legends and Lattes by Travis Baldree. Everyone is always welcome to join our discussion - even if they haven’t finished (or even read) the book!
D. Hirsch (M)
Writer's Workshop Session 3 - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 9:00 am to 12:00 pm - Butterfield/Camden (Writers Workshop)
Entries: “The Man from Tyr” by Sebastian J. Arviso “Shipwreck” by Dale Cozort
R. Chwedyk
R. Garfinkle
C. Gerrib
R.J. Howell
M. Marlys (M)
Writer's Workshop Session 1 - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 9:00 am to 12:00 pm - Butterfield/Camden (Writers Workshop)
Entries: “An Orchid for Deirdre Jean” by Kevin J. Miller A Bite of Life, Chapter One, by David Wyatt The Bullet from Earth by Charles Ott
S. Burke
R. Chwedyk
M. Huston
O. Kazantsev (M)
A. Primlani
The Obligatory Star Wars Panel - Millennium Falcon Hijacked by Mouse - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
How has the franchise changed since Disney took over?
Z. Jeffries (M)
M. Munro (M)
D. Taylor II
The Many Types of Fantasy - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 8:00 pm to 9:00 pm - Ogden (Readings)
From high fantasy to low fantasy and let's not forget the popular epic fantasy. Who determines the meaning of these distinctions? Are they different?
S. Burke (M)
R. Chwedyk
R. Garfinkle
Z. Jeffries
A. Primlani
Next Gen Geeks - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 9:00 pm to 10:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
What will be the next generation geek trends?
Z. Jeffries (M)
J. Matulonis
R. Smith
R. Waterson
Reading Sun 11:30a - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 11:30 am to 12:00 pm - Windsor (Readings)
Zachary Jeffries
Z. Jeffries (M)
Writer's Workshop Session 1 - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 9:00 am to 12:00 pm - Butterfield/Camden (Writers Workshop)
Entries: “An Orchid for Deirdre Jean” by Kevin J. Miller A Bite of Life, Chapter One, by David Wyatt The Bullet from Earth by Charles Ott
S. Burke
R. Chwedyk
M. Huston
O. Kazantsev (M)
A. Primlani
Solar Power from Space - Solution for Global Warming? - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 11:00 am to 12:00 pm - Kent (Programming)
Could we put solar panels in space to not only supply the planet with power but also shade?
D. Krause (M)
M. Roth
R. Smith
Stonehenge Inspiration through the ages. - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm - Windsor (Readings)
What books and movies got right or wrong? The debate continues.
B. Detzner
D. Krause (M)
Female Erotic Novel Trend - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 9:00 pm to 10:00 pm - Windsor (Readings)
From Vampires to shapeshifters and now aliens especially if they're Alpha males. Are real men becoming too sensitive in real life?
A. Craig
D. Krause (M)
V. Massetti
Hey Hollywood - Try Reading a book! - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm - York (Programming)
Hollywood film makers need fresh ideas. What would you like to see on the big screen?
D. Krause (M)
J. Matulonis
R. Tabler
SciFi or Horror? - Friday, 11-10-2023 - 9:00 pm to 10:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
How often is the line between the 2 blurred and has that blurry line moved more recently than it did in the past.
S. Duffy
D. Edwards
N. Litherland
D. Munro (M)
K. Peck
Origami Boulder Damage - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 10:00 am to 11:00 am - Hunt (AV Programming)
Interesting ways for DMs to keep difficult players in line & their dungeons.
N. Litherland
S. Rice-Snow (M)
Reading Sat 2p - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 2:00 pm to 2:30 pm - Butterfield
Neal Litherland
N. Litherland (M)
Signing Sat 2:30p - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 2:30 pm to 3:00 pm - Hallway Signing Table
Neal Litherland
N. Litherland (M)
"Out There" Characters - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
Do out there characters have to be weird?
S. Duffy
C. Flynt (M)
R. Garfinkle
N. Litherland
Writer's Workshop Session 3 - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 9:00 am to 12:00 pm - Butterfield/Camden (Writers Workshop)
Entries: “The Man from Tyr” by Sebastian J. Arviso “Shipwreck” by Dale Cozort
R. Chwedyk
R. Garfinkle
C. Gerrib
R.J. Howell
M. Marlys (M)
Writer's Workshop Session 2 - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 9:00 am to 12:00 pm - Butterfield
Entries: The Making of a (Trickster) Goddess by Elizabeth Levin “Magic Sue” by Daniel T. Miller
A. Collier
B. Detzner
K. Herkes
M. Mascari (M)
The Mouse that Rules Entertainment? - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 10:00 am to 11:00 am - York (Programming)
Disney now owns Lucasfilms (Star Wars), 20th Century Studios (Avatar), Marvel Studios, Pixar & Searchlight Studios. What are the ramifications of this entertainment monopoly?
D. Edwards
V. Massetti
Sex. Why Did it Have to Have Sex? - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 8:00 pm to 9:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
When a story's good lore is thrown away for some trashy sex scenes.
C. Gerrib (M)
V. Massetti
M. Roth
Female Erotic Novel Trend - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 9:00 pm to 10:00 pm - Windsor (Readings)
From Vampires to shapeshifters and now aliens especially if they're Alpha males. Are real men becoming too sensitive in real life?
A. Craig
D. Krause (M)
V. Massetti
Movies that Couldn't be made today & what would happen if we tried? - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
A discussion of politically incorrect movies (Blazing Saddles, Kentucky Fried Movie & Tropic Thunder are examples)
D. Edwards
V. Massetti (M)
J. Matulonis
Have Vampires Flown off into the sunrise? - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm - Ogden (Readings)
Where have all the vampire stories gone?
A. Craig
D. Fabi
L. Masterson
D. Munro
L. Zeldes (M)
Self-Publishing Trend - Good or Bad - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm - York (Programming)
Should editors & publishers be mandatory or not.
L. Erlick (M)
C. Flynt
L. Masterson
D. Munro
R. Tabler
The Titan Disaster - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm - Camden
The private sector has been venturing into territory reserved for specialists. Should they be stopped?
D. Fabi (M)
P. Haynie
J. Matulonis
J. Youngberg
Next Gen Geeks - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 9:00 pm to 10:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
What will be the next generation geek trends?
Z. Jeffries (M)
J. Matulonis
R. Smith
R. Waterson
Movies that Couldn't be made today & what would happen if we tried? - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
A discussion of politically incorrect movies (Blazing Saddles, Kentucky Fried Movie & Tropic Thunder are examples)
D. Edwards
V. Massetti (M)
J. Matulonis
Hey Hollywood - Try Reading a book! - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm - York (Programming)
Hollywood film makers need fresh ideas. What would you like to see on the big screen?
D. Krause (M)
J. Matulonis
R. Tabler
Moebius Theatre Presents - Big Orange Centipedes! - Friday, 11-10-2023 - 8:00 pm to 9:00 pm - Riverview Ballroom (Main Programming)
After a long absence, Chicago’s oldest science-fiction sketch comedy troupe Moebius Theatre returns to the Windycon Main Stage with their new show, “Big Orange Centipedes!” We’re looking forward to seeing what they’ve cooked up for us. It’s sure to be lots of fun!
Moebius Theatre
Opening Ceremonies - Friday, 11-10-2023 - 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm - Riverview Ballroom (Main Programming)
It’s time to kick off Windycon 49! Come meet the guests and hear what we’ve got planned for you this weekend.
A. Choi
R. Heinz
T. Mueller
L. Rocha
T. Smith
J. Stary
L. Webber
CRAFTING FICTIONAL WORLDS - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm - Riverview Ballroom (Main Programming)
Environment is an important element of storytelling. Comics, TV, film and games use it all the time - but it's easy to let the details of your world distract from your story. Whether it's a science fiction / fantasy setting or a real-life location, join special guest Trevor Mueller and learn how to make your world come to life without losing the reader.
T. Mueller (M)
WRITING FOR FORMAT - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm - York (Programming)
Comics, novels, webtoons and film - all have different strengths and weaknesses when it comes to storytelling. Join guest of honor Trevor Mueller and learn the ins and outs of each unique storytelling medium and how to make your stories come to life!
T. Mueller (M)
SELF-PUBLISHING 101 - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 10:00 am to 11:00 am - York (Programming)
It's never been harder to be published, but it's never been easier to make a comic. Guest of honor Trevor Mueller has over 12 years experience in printing his own books, and teaches you everything you need to know about making your ideas into stories, from conception in your head to holding a physical copy of your book in your hand!
T. Mueller (M)
Closing Ceremonies - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm - Riverview Ballroom (Main Programming)
All good things must come to an end, and so too must Windycon 49. Come for a last chance to see our guests, see who won awards, and to find out what we’re planning for the big Windycon 50!
A. Choi
R. Heinz
T. Mueller
L. Rocha
T. Smith
J. Stary
To Be Announced
L. Webber
SciFi or Horror? - Friday, 11-10-2023 - 9:00 pm to 10:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
How often is the line between the 2 blurred and has that blurry line moved more recently than it did in the past.
S. Duffy
D. Edwards
N. Litherland
D. Munro (M)
K. Peck
Reading Sat 11a - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 11:00 am to 11:30 am - Ogden (Readings)
Donna Munro
D. Munro (M)
Signing Sat 11:30a - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 11:30 am to 12:00 pm - Hallway Signing Table
Donna Munro
D. Munro (M)
Have Vampires Flown off into the sunrise? - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm - Ogden (Readings)
Where have all the vampire stories gone?
A. Craig
D. Fabi
L. Masterson
D. Munro
L. Zeldes (M)
Self-Publishing Trend - Good or Bad - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm - York (Programming)
Should editors & publishers be mandatory or not.
L. Erlick (M)
C. Flynt
L. Masterson
D. Munro
R. Tabler
The Future of Superheroes on the Silver Screen - Friday, 11-10-2023 - 8:00 pm to 9:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
Marvel & DC seem to have been pretty well covered. Where should Hollywood go next?
M. Munro (M)
D. Taylor II
J. Youngberg
The Obligatory Star Trek Panel - Going Back Before the Future - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 10:00 am to 11:00 am - Kent (Programming)
Paramount+ series. What has worked and what hasn't worked?
C. Gerrib (M)
D. Hirsch
M. Munro
D. Taylor II
The Obligatory Star Wars Panel - Millennium Falcon Hijacked by Mouse - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
How has the franchise changed since Disney took over?
Z. Jeffries (M)
M. Munro (M)
D. Taylor II
SciFi or Horror? - Friday, 11-10-2023 - 9:00 pm to 10:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
How often is the line between the 2 blurred and has that blurry line moved more recently than it did in the past.
S. Duffy
D. Edwards
N. Litherland
D. Munro (M)
K. Peck
Reading Sat 3:30p - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 3:30 pm to 4:00 pm - Butterfield
Karen Peck
K. Peck (M)
Signing Sat 4p - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 4:00 pm to 4:30 pm - Hallway Signing Table
Karen Peck
K. Peck (M)
Writer's Workshop Session 1 - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 9:00 am to 12:00 pm - Butterfield/Camden (Writers Workshop)
Entries: “An Orchid for Deirdre Jean” by Kevin J. Miller A Bite of Life, Chapter One, by David Wyatt The Bullet from Earth by Charles Ott
S. Burke
R. Chwedyk
M. Huston
O. Kazantsev (M)
A. Primlani
Reading Sat 1:30p - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 1:30 pm to 2:00 pm - Butterfield
Angeli Primlani
A. Primlani (M)
Signing Sat 2p - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 2:00 pm to 2:30 pm - Hallway Signing Table
Angeli Primlani
A. Primlani (M)
Hollywood on Strike - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm - York (Programming)
How will this affect media fandom?
B. Detzner (M)
A. Primlani
The Many Types of Fantasy - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 8:00 pm to 9:00 pm - Ogden (Readings)
From high fantasy to low fantasy and let's not forget the popular epic fantasy. Who determines the meaning of these distinctions? Are they different?
S. Burke (M)
R. Chwedyk
R. Garfinkle
Z. Jeffries
A. Primlani
Please Note post-apocalyptic books have moved to current affairs - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm - York (Programming)
A discussion of world events vis-à-vis the end times
N. Rest (M)
M. Roth
R. Tabler
B. Thomasson
A Week of Adventure Settings East of Chicago - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
You don’t need to travel to the mountains, desert, or seaside to find amazing natural scenes to inspire your next story! We’ll show you memorable natural places to visit in Ohio and northern Indiana, in a week-long driving loop or weekend jaunt. Explore settings that are intriguing from a tourist’s, earth scientist’s, and storyteller’s perspectives.
J. Rice-Snow (M)
S. Rice-Snow (M)
Origami Boulder Damage - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 10:00 am to 11:00 am - Hunt (AV Programming)
Interesting ways for DMs to keep difficult players in line & their dungeons.
N. Litherland
S. Rice-Snow (M)
A Week of Adventure Settings East of Chicago - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
You don’t need to travel to the mountains, desert, or seaside to find amazing natural scenes to inspire your next story! We’ll show you memorable natural places to visit in Ohio and northern Indiana, in a week-long driving loop or weekend jaunt. Explore settings that are intriguing from a tourist’s, earth scientist’s, and storyteller’s perspectives.
J. Rice-Snow (M)
S. Rice-Snow (M)
Opening Ceremonies - Friday, 11-10-2023 - 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm - Riverview Ballroom (Main Programming)
It’s time to kick off Windycon 49! Come meet the guests and hear what we’ve got planned for you this weekend.
A. Choi
R. Heinz
T. Mueller
L. Rocha
T. Smith
J. Stary
L. Webber
Starting Out 101 (Getting yourself out there) - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 11:00 am to 12:00 pm - York (Programming)
A panel about the dos and possible don’ts of starting at cons, markets, and trade shows. The answers we may have for you.
L. Rocha (M)
Graphic Design + Illustration (Hints, tips, and the difference) - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
A panel about the difference between Graphic Design and Illustration. Hints and tricks to help elevate your digital art. The applications that can help and be cost-effective.
L. Rocha (M)
Merch Making and Beyond - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 11:00 am to 12:00 pm - York (Programming)
A panel to help gather resources, whether buying third-party or making your own merch at home. We are here to help!
L. Rocha (M)
Closing Ceremonies - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm - Riverview Ballroom (Main Programming)
All good things must come to an end, and so too must Windycon 49. Come for a last chance to see our guests, see who won awards, and to find out what we’re planning for the big Windycon 50!
A. Choi
R. Heinz
T. Mueller
L. Rocha
T. Smith
J. Stary
To Be Announced
L. Webber
Teen Talk: What We're Reading - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm - Camden
We're teenaged Windycon members and we're here to talk about what we're reading, whether it's conventionally published or fanfic. And we want to hear about what *you're* reading too! Join us for a free-wheeling discussion of what's interesting to teens in the written word.
F. Roman
C. Roper (M)
Teen Talk: What We're Listening To - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm - Camden
We're teenaged Windycon members and we're here to talk about what we've been listening to lately. There are all sorts of music out there that we're interested in, from the commercial (Taylor Swift) to things that make our parents go "What the heck is that?" There are so many independent artists out there bringing high production values to the music scene, that we can't possibly name them all. And we'd like to hear what *you're* listening to as well.
F. Roman
C. Roper (M)
Teen Talk: What We're Watching - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm - Camden
We're teenaged Windycon members and we're here to talk about what we're watching on screens, whether the big screen in the movie theater, the smaller screen on TV, or the even smaller screen on our phones. There're all sorts of interesting media out there! And we'd like to hear what *you're* watching too.
F. Roman
C. Roper (M)
Teen Talk: What We're Reading - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm - Camden
We're teenaged Windycon members and we're here to talk about what we're reading, whether it's conventionally published or fanfic. And we want to hear about what *you're* reading too! Join us for a free-wheeling discussion of what's interesting to teens in the written word.
F. Roman
C. Roper (M)
Teen Talk: What We're Listening To - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm - Camden
We're teenaged Windycon members and we're here to talk about what we've been listening to lately. There are all sorts of music out there that we're interested in, from the commercial (Taylor Swift) to things that make our parents go "What the heck is that?" There are so many independent artists out there bringing high production values to the music scene, that we can't possibly name them all. And we'd like to hear what *you're* listening to as well.
F. Roman
C. Roper (M)
Teen Talk: What We're Watching - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm - Camden
We're teenaged Windycon members and we're here to talk about what we're watching on screens, whether the big screen in the movie theater, the smaller screen on TV, or the even smaller screen on our phones. There're all sorts of interesting media out there! And we'd like to hear what *you're* watching too.
F. Roman
C. Roper (M)
Solar Power from Space - Solution for Global Warming? - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 11:00 am to 12:00 pm - Kent (Programming)
Could we put solar panels in space to not only supply the planet with power but also shade?
D. Krause (M)
M. Roth
R. Smith
Please Note post-apocalyptic books have moved to current affairs - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm - York (Programming)
A discussion of world events vis-à-vis the end times
N. Rest (M)
M. Roth
R. Tabler
B. Thomasson
Reading Sat 5:30p - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 5:30 pm to 6:00 pm - Butterfield
Mark Roth
M. Roth (M)
Sex. Why Did it Have to Have Sex? - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 8:00 pm to 9:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
When a story's good lore is thrown away for some trashy sex scenes.
C. Gerrib (M)
V. Massetti
M. Roth
Stitch & Bitch Sat - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm - Private Dining Room (Makers)
W. Halsey
M. Silver
J. Skwarski
The Forever Craft - that long lost project - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 10:00 am to 11:00 am - Hunt (AV Programming)
J. DeVore
C. Flynt
M. Silver (M)
L. Zeldes
Stitch & Bitch Sat - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm - Private Dining Room (Makers)
W. Halsey
M. Silver
J. Skwarski
The Obligatory Dr. Who Panel - Good-Bye Rubber Suits - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 11:00 am to 12:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
Has it lost its nostalgic charm since the special effects are better?
S. Burke (M)
J. Skwarski
Solar Power from Space - Solution for Global Warming? - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 11:00 am to 12:00 pm - Kent (Programming)
Could we put solar panels in space to not only supply the planet with power but also shade?
D. Krause (M)
M. Roth
R. Smith
Steampunk for Beginners - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm - Windsor (Readings)
Did Jules Verne found this movement or were there others?
C. Gerrib
R. Smith (M)
Next Gen Geeks - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 9:00 pm to 10:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
What will be the next generation geek trends?
Z. Jeffries (M)
J. Matulonis
R. Smith
R. Waterson
Opening Ceremonies - Friday, 11-10-2023 - 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm - Riverview Ballroom (Main Programming)
It’s time to kick off Windycon 49! Come meet the guests and hear what we’ve got planned for you this weekend.
A. Choi
R. Heinz
T. Mueller
L. Rocha
T. Smith
J. Stary
L. Webber
Tom Smith Concert - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 9:00 pm to 10:00 pm - Riverview Ballroom (Main Programming)
Tom Smith, the world’s fastest filker, is one of Windycon’s favorite performers. Never copied, always funny (except when he’s serious and also darned good at that too), we’ve been looking forward to seeing Tom again for some time now. You’ll want to be sure to be there!
T. Smith (M)
Closing Ceremonies - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm - Riverview Ballroom (Main Programming)
All good things must come to an end, and so too must Windycon 49. Come for a last chance to see our guests, see who won awards, and to find out what we’re planning for the big Windycon 50!
A. Choi
R. Heinz
T. Mueller
L. Rocha
T. Smith
J. Stary
To Be Announced
L. Webber
Opening Ceremonies - Friday, 11-10-2023 - 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm - Riverview Ballroom (Main Programming)
It’s time to kick off Windycon 49! Come meet the guests and hear what we’ve got planned for you this weekend.
A. Choi
R. Heinz
T. Mueller
L. Rocha
T. Smith
J. Stary
L. Webber
So Now You're A Cosplayer - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 11:00 am to 12:00 pm - Riverview Ballroom (Main Programming)
A question and answer discussion on what life is like as a cosplayer. Usually I have one or two others and we answer everything from "what is your favorite fabric" to questions about embarrassing bathroom stories and celebrity encounters. This is a live version of my podcast and may be recorded for future content.
J. Stary (M)
Cosplay on a Budget - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm - Kent (Programming)
This is the first panel most people looking to cosplay go to. I will discuss where to find cheap materials, tools and patterns. As well as present some alternative techniques to make foam look like metal or leather. A short safety brief and budget explanation is also included.
J. Stary (M)
Cosplay Runway - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm - Riverview Ballroom (Main Programming)
It’s the Windycon Cosplay Runway with our Guest Jess Stary as MC! Here’s your chance to see the great costumes that you’ve seen in our hallways (and maybe some more) gathered together in one place on our stage. There are some incredible costumers in attendance, so you won’t want to miss this.
J. Stary (M)
Are Con Creeps Real? - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm - Kent (Programming)
Though this topic can be heavy, it is covered in an appropriate way for all ages, genders and orientations. I will talk about some examples of unsafe or creepy behavior and what to do in those situations.
J. Stary (M)
Closing Ceremonies - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm - Riverview Ballroom (Main Programming)
All good things must come to an end, and so too must Windycon 49. Come for a last chance to see our guests, see who won awards, and to find out what we’re planning for the big Windycon 50!
A. Choi
R. Heinz
T. Mueller
L. Rocha
T. Smith
J. Stary
To Be Announced
L. Webber
Who is The Royal Manticoran Navy - Friday, 11-10-2023 - 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm - Kent (Programming)
An introduction to The Royal Manticoran Navy: The Official Honor Harrington Fan Association. The RMN is (probably, we think) the largest literary fan organization in the world, with over 7000 members across the globe. Discussion will include information about the various components, and how each has its own character, while all being part of the same fandom.
G. Strayer (M)
I Joined The RMN, Now What?! - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm - Kent (Programming)
We will talk about the various role play and real-world roles available in the RMN, and how members can be involved at every level. Discussion will include roles beyond leadership, and how everyone can participate without being pressured in one direction or another.
G. Strayer (M)
Please Note post-apocalyptic books have moved to current affairs - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm - York (Programming)
A discussion of world events vis-à-vis the end times
N. Rest (M)
M. Roth
R. Tabler
B. Thomasson
Self-Publishing Trend - Good or Bad - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm - York (Programming)
Should editors & publishers be mandatory or not.
L. Erlick (M)
C. Flynt
L. Masterson
D. Munro
R. Tabler
Reading Sat 8:30p - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 8:30 pm to 9:00 pm - Butterfield
Ray Tabler
R. Tabler (M)
Hey Hollywood - Try Reading a book! - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm - York (Programming)
Hollywood film makers need fresh ideas. What would you like to see on the big screen?
D. Krause (M)
J. Matulonis
R. Tabler
The Future of Superheroes on the Silver Screen - Friday, 11-10-2023 - 8:00 pm to 9:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
Marvel & DC seem to have been pretty well covered. Where should Hollywood go next?
M. Munro (M)
D. Taylor II
J. Youngberg
The Obligatory Star Trek Panel - Going Back Before the Future - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 10:00 am to 11:00 am - Kent (Programming)
Paramount+ series. What has worked and what hasn't worked?
C. Gerrib (M)
D. Hirsch
M. Munro
D. Taylor II
The Obligatory Star Wars Panel - Millennium Falcon Hijacked by Mouse - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
How has the franchise changed since Disney took over?
Z. Jeffries (M)
M. Munro (M)
D. Taylor II
Reading Sun 11a - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 11:00 am to 11:30 am - Windsor (Readings)
David Taylor II
D. Taylor II (M)
Signing Sun 11:30a - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 11:30 am to 12:00 pm - Hallway Signing Table
David Taylor II
D. Taylor II (M)
Pathfinder Society Scenario #5-04: Equal Exchanges - Friday, 11-10-2023 - 6:30 pm to 10:30 pm - Cermak (Gaming Tournaments)
Since the defeat of Aslynn, the Waterfall has become more of a staple around the Grand Lodge, starting to hold strange, isolated meetings with leadership and seemingly putting together some plan. Her most recent request is that a team of Pathfinder agents journey to Hwanggot and meet with the underworld dragon, Valashinaz as a introductory team. Venture-Captain Yi Da Som arranged the meeting through Valashinaz's kobold assistant, Purepurin. Unfortunately, between then and the PCs arriving, Purepurin forgot about them in the midst of pickling recipes from goblins and creepy crawlies invading the vaults! It's up to the PCs to help Purepurin bring Valashinaz's vaults under control while she summons the dragon to ensure these introductions go off without a hitch! This adventure is the first part of the four-part Equal Exchanges metaplot arc in the Year of Unfettered Exploration. This arc will be continued in PFS2 #5-09: Equal Exchanges – Skymetal Hoard (for levels 5-8), PFS2 #5-11 (for levels 7-10), and PFS2 #5-18 (for levels 9-12). Written by Michelle Y. Kim Max 6 Players (Signups in the Game Room) Pregenerated Characters and Dice can be provided if you are a new player and don't have your own
To Be Announced
Blood on the Clock Tower - Friday, 11-10-2023 - 11:00 pm to 1:00 am - Cermak (Gaming Tournaments)
Blood on the Clocktower is a bluffing game enjoyed by 5 to 20 players on opposing teams of Good and Evil, overseen by a Storyteller player who conducts the action and makes crucial decisions. The goal of the game is to successfully deduce and execute the demons before they outnumber the townfolk. During a 'day' phase players socialize openly and whisper privately to trade knowledge or spread lies, culminating in a player's execution if a majority suspects them of being Evil. Of a 'night' time, players close their eyes and are woken one at a time by the Storyteller to gather information, spread mischief, or kill. The Storyteller uses the game's intricate playing pieces to guide each game, leaving others free to play without a table or board. Players stay in the thick of the action to the very end even if their characters are killed, haunting Ravenswood Bluff as ghosts trying to win from beyond the grave. If you arrive late to a game, you can enter after it's started as a powerful Traveller character with unusual talents and questionable allegiances (Traveler spots are limited). Each character comes with their own special ability and no two players in a game are ever the same character.
To Be Announced
Pathfinder Society Scenario #1-06: Lost on the Spirit Road - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 10:00 am to 2:00 pm - Cermak (Gaming Tournaments)
A shipment of relics on its way to Minkai vanished somewhere in the Forest of Spirits, a dense woodland home to kami and spirits of all sorts. In search of the missing shipment, Pathfinder agents travel to a remote village, where they uncover secrets of this enigmatic forest. This scenario features a wide variety of options for encounters and reasons for the vanishing, making for a fresh experience on mulitple playthoughs. Written by Christopher Wasko. Max 6 Players (Signups in the Game Room) Pregenerated Characters and Dice can be provided if you are a new player and don't have your own
To Be Announced
Blood on the Clock Tower (Saturday) - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm - Cermak (Gaming Tournaments)
Blood on the Clocktower is a bluffing game enjoyed by 5 to 20 players on opposing teams of Good and Evil, overseen by a Storyteller player who conducts the action and makes crucial decisions. The goal of the game is to successfully deduce and execute the demons before they outnumber the townfolk. During a 'day' phase players socialize openly and whisper privately to trade knowledge or spread lies, culminating in a player's execution if a majority suspects them of being Evil. Of a 'night' time, players close their eyes and are woken one at a time by the Storyteller to gather information, spread mischief, or kill. The Storyteller uses the game's intricate playing pieces to guide each game, leaving others free to play without a table or board. Players stay in the thick of the action to the very end even if their characters are killed, haunting Ravenswood Bluff as ghosts trying to win from beyond the grave. If you arrive late to a game, you can enter after it's started as a powerful Traveller character with unusual talents and questionable allegiances (Traveler spots are limited). Each character comes with their own special ability and no two players in a game are ever the same character.
To Be Announced
Pathfinder Society Scenario #5-03: Heidmarch Heist - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 9:30 am to 1:30 pm - Cermak (Gaming Tournaments)
The PCs are tasked with escorting a valuable item slated to be gifted to a powerful potential ally of the Pathfinder Society, but as they are being briefed on their mission, an unknown thief is pulling off a heist within Heidmarch manor, and the item the PCs were to escort has been stolen just as Venture-Captain Shiela Heidmarch goes to show them the item. The PCs much pick up the thief's trail in a race across Magnimar to recover the treasure they haven't even had the opportunity to see, much less guard. Written by Hilary Moon Murphy Max 6 Players (Signups in the Game Room) Pregenerated Characters and Dice can be provided if you are a new player and don't have your own
To Be Announced
Closing Ceremonies - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm - Riverview Ballroom (Main Programming)
All good things must come to an end, and so too must Windycon 49. Come for a last chance to see our guests, see who won awards, and to find out what we’re planning for the big Windycon 50!
A. Choi
R. Heinz
T. Mueller
L. Rocha
T. Smith
J. Stary
To Be Announced
L. Webber
Royal Manticoran Navy Cribbage Tournament - Friday, 11-10-2023 - 8:00 pm to 9:00 pm - Private Dining Room (Makers)
Cribbage Tournament for Charity. Donation not required to play, but gratefully accepted for charity.
A. Theisen (M)
Spooky Stories - Friday, 11-10-2023 - 10:00 pm to 11:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
Put on your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and come listen to a number of spooky stories before bedtime! (Not recommended for younger children.)
C. Beach (M)
C. Thomas-Davidoff (M)
We Survived the Pandemic?? - Friday, 11-10-2023 - 9:00 pm to 10:00 pm - York (Programming)
Did we? What are the differences between pre and post 2020?
D. Fabi (M)
R. Garfinkle
B. Thomasson
L. Zeldes
Please Note post-apocalyptic books have moved to current affairs - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm - York (Programming)
A discussion of world events vis-à-vis the end times
N. Rest (M)
M. Roth
R. Tabler
B. Thomasson
Reading Sat 4p - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 4:00 pm to 4:30 pm - Butterfield
W. A. Thomasson
B. Thomasson (M)
Cloning - Where are we now? - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 11:00 am to 12:00 pm - Ogden (Readings)
A discussion of cloning and where scientists are at now.
W. Halsey (M)
B. Thomasson
Renaissance/Fancy/Exotic hair braids - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm - Private Dining Room (Makers)
Hands on workshop: Learn to do ropes, 4-strand "round" braids, classic (3-strand) French and (3-strand) Dutch (or inverted-French or underhand) as well as a Crown braid (technically a horizontal modified (3-strand) French braid) and other advanced ideas like 5 and 7-strand fingering techniques; as well as shapes like hearts, spirals and a pull-up-weave. Tailored to the desires and abilities of the audience. BYO-Brush, or use one provided.
J. Wardale (M)
Balloon Animal Sculpting - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm - Kent (Programming)
Let your inner child out or bring your child if you prefer! We will talk about balloon sculpting, including a demo/teach session where you can learn to make your own dog. Requests taken if time permits.
J. Wardale (M)
Audible & Beyond - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm - Kent (Programming)
The rise of audio books and how it affects perceptions of the story being told.
B. Detzner (M)
P. Haynie
R. Waterson
Next Gen Geeks - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 9:00 pm to 10:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
What will be the next generation geek trends?
Z. Jeffries (M)
J. Matulonis
R. Smith
R. Waterson
Satellite Radio & Amazon Music etc. - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
If you only choose the stations you like, how are you exposed to anything new?
R. Waterson
J. Youngberg
Opening Ceremonies - Friday, 11-10-2023 - 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm - Riverview Ballroom (Main Programming)
It’s time to kick off Windycon 49! Come meet the guests and hear what we’ve got planned for you this weekend.
A. Choi
R. Heinz
T. Mueller
L. Rocha
T. Smith
J. Stary
L. Webber
Laser the Boy: Gay music and Trans History - Friday, 11-10-2023 - 9:15 pm to 10:45 pm - Riverview Ballroom (Main Programming)
Do you like learning about history (through song), coming out stories (through song), and meditations on creativity (through comedy?). Then come see this (not safe for kids – there will be Adult Words) concert/comedy show with award-winning singer-songwriter Laser Webber from the Doubleclicks!
L. Webber (M)
Laser from The Doubleclicks In Concert - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm - Riverview Ballroom (Main Programming)
Songs about breakfast, cats, dinosaurs, and love by Billboard-charting, internationally touring artist Laser Webber (of the Doubleclicks!). This concert will include the Doubleclicks’ greatest hits – which include jokes, feelings, and guitar. Although this isn’t “made for kids”, it is a family-friendly show.
L. Webber (M)
Closing Ceremonies - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm - Riverview Ballroom (Main Programming)
All good things must come to an end, and so too must Windycon 49. Come for a last chance to see our guests, see who won awards, and to find out what we’re planning for the big Windycon 50!
A. Choi
R. Heinz
T. Mueller
L. Rocha
T. Smith
J. Stary
To Be Announced
L. Webber
Reading Sun 12p - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 12:00 pm to 12:30 pm - Windsor (Readings)
David Wyatt
D. Wyatt (M)
The Future of Superheroes on the Silver Screen - Friday, 11-10-2023 - 8:00 pm to 9:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
Marvel & DC seem to have been pretty well covered. Where should Hollywood go next?
M. Munro (M)
D. Taylor II
J. Youngberg
The Titan Disaster - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm - Camden
The private sector has been venturing into territory reserved for specialists. Should they be stopped?
D. Fabi (M)
P. Haynie
J. Matulonis
J. Youngberg
Alternatives to D&D; - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 8:00 pm to 9:00 pm - York (Programming)
What are the alternatives to D&D;? Let's find out together!!
P. Haynie (M)
J. Youngberg
Satellite Radio & Amazon Music etc. - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
If you only choose the stations you like, how are you exposed to anything new?
R. Waterson
J. Youngberg
We Survived the Pandemic?? - Friday, 11-10-2023 - 9:00 pm to 10:00 pm - York (Programming)
Did we? What are the differences between pre and post 2020?
D. Fabi (M)
R. Garfinkle
B. Thomasson
L. Zeldes
Have Vampires Flown off into the sunrise? - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm - Ogden (Readings)
Where have all the vampire stories gone?
A. Craig
D. Fabi
L. Masterson
D. Munro
L. Zeldes (M)
The Forever Craft - that long lost project - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 10:00 am to 11:00 am - Hunt (AV Programming)
J. DeVore
C. Flynt
M. Silver (M)
L. Zeldes
Stitch & Bitch Sun - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm - Private Dining Room (Makers)
K. Brown
L. Zeldes
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M. Aruguete
C. Beach
K. Brown
S. Burke
J Cauffman
A. Choi
R. Chwedyk
A. Collier
A. Craig
L. Darrow
S. Dealy
B. Detzner
J. DeVore
E. Donat
S. Duffy
D. Edwards
L. Erlick
D. Fabi
C. Flynt
R. Garfinkle
C. Gerrib
A. Geyer
W. Halsey
P. Haynie
R. Heinz
K. Herkes
B. Higgins
D. Hirsch
R.J. Howell
M. Huston
Z. Jeffries
O. Kazantsev
D. Krause
N. Litherland
M. Marlys
M. Mascari
V. Massetti
L. Masterson
J. Matulonis
Moebius Theatre
T. Mueller
D. Munro
M. Munro
K. Peck
A. Primlani
N. Rest
J. Rice-Snow
S. Rice-Snow
L. Rocha
F. Roman
C. Roper
M. Roth
M. Silver
J. Skwarski
R. Smith
T. Smith
J. Stary
G. Strayer
R. Tabler
D. Taylor II
To Be Announced
A. Theisen
C. Thomas-Davidoff
B. Thomasson
J. Wardale
R. Waterson
L. Webber
D. Wyatt
J. Youngberg
L. Zeldes
M. Aruguete
Reading Sat 5p - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 5:00 pm to 5:30 pm - Butterfield
Mimi Aruguete
M. Aruguete (M)
C. Beach
Spooky Stories - Friday, 11-10-2023 - 10:00 pm to 11:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
Put on your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and come listen to a number of spooky stories before bedtime! (Not recommended for younger children.)
C. Beach (M)
C. Thomas-Davidoff (M)
K. Brown
Tarot Cards 101 - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm - Kent (Programming)
A friendly discussion of tarot cards and their use in divination.
K. Brown (M)
L. Darrow
Flower Fairies - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm - Private Dining Room (Makers)
Make and take your very own flower fairies.
K. Brown (M)
E. Donat (M)
Stitch & Bitch Sun - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm - Private Dining Room (Makers)
K. Brown
L. Zeldes
S. Burke
Writer's Workshop Session 1 - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 9:00 am to 12:00 pm - Butterfield/Camden (Writers Workshop)
Entries: “An Orchid for Deirdre Jean” by Kevin J. Miller A Bite of Life, Chapter One, by David Wyatt The Bullet from Earth by Charles Ott
S. Burke
R. Chwedyk
M. Huston
O. Kazantsev (M)
A. Primlani
SETI Protocols - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm - York (Programming)
What are the protocols for alien contact?
S. Burke
B. Higgins
The Many Types of Fantasy - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 8:00 pm to 9:00 pm - Ogden (Readings)
From high fantasy to low fantasy and let's not forget the popular epic fantasy. Who determines the meaning of these distinctions? Are they different?
S. Burke (M)
R. Chwedyk
R. Garfinkle
Z. Jeffries
A. Primlani
The Obligatory Dr. Who Panel - Good-Bye Rubber Suits - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 11:00 am to 12:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
Has it lost its nostalgic charm since the special effects are better?
S. Burke (M)
J. Skwarski
J Cauffman
The Royal Manticoran Boarding Action Day 1 - Friday, 11-10-2023 - 8:30 pm to 11:30 pm - Kent (Programming)
J Cauffman (M)
The Royal Manticoran Boarding Action Day 2 - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 8:30 pm to 11:30 pm - Kent (Programming)
J Cauffman (M)
A. Choi
Opening Ceremonies - Friday, 11-10-2023 - 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm - Riverview Ballroom (Main Programming)
It’s time to kick off Windycon 49! Come meet the guests and hear what we’ve got planned for you this weekend.
A. Choi
R. Heinz
T. Mueller
L. Rocha
T. Smith
J. Stary
L. Webber
Rockets, Telescopes, and the Space Program - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 10:00 am to 11:00 am - Riverview Ballroom (Main Programming)
This Q&A;Session on Rockets, Telescopes, and the US space program will be an exciting and informative event that will touch on the fascinating world of space exploration with April Jennifer Choi, an engineering manager at Kennedy Space Center who has worked on the James Webb Space Telescope and is currently working on the Artemis Program, NASA’s return to the Moon. Participants can ask questions and gain insights into the advancements in space technology, the challenges faced in space missions, and the significant role of telescopes in space research.
A. Choi (M)
Women & Minorities in the Space Program - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm - Riverview Ballroom (Main Programming)
A presentation and discussion on women and minorities in the US space program sheds light on the remarkable contributions, challenges, and progress made by underrepresented groups in the pursuit of space exploration. It highlights the historical struggles women and minorities faced in breaking barriers and achieving equal representation in the space industry. This panel aims to celebrate the accomplishments of women and minorities, encourage greater representation in STEM fields, and emphasize the importance of embracing diversity to advance the frontiers of space exploration for the benefit of all humankind. Hosted by April Jennifer Choi, a woman, a minority, and an engineering manager at Kennedy Space Center.
A. Choi (M)
Artemis Return to the Moon - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm - Riverview Ballroom (Main Programming)
The Artemis Program is a strategic initiative undertaken by NASA with the goal of facilitating the return of astronauts to the Moon. This initiative represents a significant milestone in the field of space exploration and builds upon the accomplishments of the Apollo missions. The ultimate objective of Artemis is to establish a sustainable human presence on the lunar surface by the mid-2020s. This program encompasses a series of crewed missions, both orbital and lunar, which will utilize cutting-edge technology and foster international collaboration to advance lunar exploration. Key objectives of Artemis include conducting scientific research, testing new technologies for future missions to Mars, and forming international partnerships to expand the horizons of space exploration. With the Artemis Program, NASA aims to push the boundaries of human exploration, inspire future generations, and lay the groundwork for humanity's future expeditions to other celestial bodies within our solar system and beyond.
A. Choi (M)
Whips, Faster than the speed of sound - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 11:00 am to 12:00 pm - Riverview Ballroom (Main Programming)
The whip-cracking panel is a captivating and dynamic event that explores the art and diversity of whips, featuring a demonstration from the renowned whip cracker, April Jennifer Choi. Attendees have the unique opportunity to witness April Jennifer Choi's exceptional skills as she showcases her mastery of whip cracking, demonstrating the finesse and precision required to achieve world-record-breaking feats. Whether you're an aspiring whip cracker, an enthusiast of circus skills, or simply curious about this art form, this panel promises to be an awe-inspiring experience that celebrates the fasting thing that people routinely throw.
A. Choi (M)
Closing Ceremonies - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm - Riverview Ballroom (Main Programming)
All good things must come to an end, and so too must Windycon 49. Come for a last chance to see our guests, see who won awards, and to find out what we’re planning for the big Windycon 50!
A. Choi
R. Heinz
T. Mueller
L. Rocha
T. Smith
J. Stary
To Be Announced
L. Webber
R. Chwedyk
Writer's Workshop Session 1 - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 9:00 am to 12:00 pm - Butterfield/Camden (Writers Workshop)
Entries: “An Orchid for Deirdre Jean” by Kevin J. Miller A Bite of Life, Chapter One, by David Wyatt The Bullet from Earth by Charles Ott
S. Burke
R. Chwedyk
M. Huston
O. Kazantsev (M)
A. Primlani
Reading Sat 2:30p - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 2:30 pm to 3:00 pm - Butterfield
R. Chwedyk (M)
The Many Types of Fantasy - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 8:00 pm to 9:00 pm - Ogden (Readings)
From high fantasy to low fantasy and let's not forget the popular epic fantasy. Who determines the meaning of these distinctions? Are they different?
S. Burke (M)
R. Chwedyk
R. Garfinkle
Z. Jeffries
A. Primlani
Writer's Workshop Session 3 - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 9:00 am to 12:00 pm - Butterfield/Camden (Writers Workshop)
Entries: “The Man from Tyr” by Sebastian J. Arviso “Shipwreck” by Dale Cozort
R. Chwedyk
R. Garfinkle
C. Gerrib
R.J. Howell
M. Marlys (M)
A. Collier
Writer's Workshop Session 2 - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 9:00 am to 12:00 pm - Butterfield
Entries: The Making of a (Trickster) Goddess by Elizabeth Levin “Magic Sue” by Daniel T. Miller
A. Collier
B. Detzner
K. Herkes
M. Mascari (M)
Reading Sat 4:30p - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 4:30 pm to 5:00 pm - Butterfield
Alexei Collier
A. Collier (M)
Signing Sat 5p - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 5:00 pm to 5:30 pm - Hallway Signing Table
Alexei Collier
A. Collier (M)
A. Craig
Have Vampires Flown off into the sunrise? - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm - Ogden (Readings)
Where have all the vampire stories gone?
A. Craig
D. Fabi
L. Masterson
D. Munro
L. Zeldes (M)
Female Erotic Novel Trend - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 9:00 pm to 10:00 pm - Windsor (Readings)
From Vampires to shapeshifters and now aliens especially if they're Alpha males. Are real men becoming too sensitive in real life?
A. Craig
D. Krause (M)
V. Massetti
Reading Sun 10:30a - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 10:30 am to 11:00 am - Ogden (Readings)
Alexis D Craig
A. Craig (M)
Signing Sun 11a - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 11:00 am to 11:30 am - Hallway Signing Table
Alexis D Craig
A. Craig (M)
L. Darrow
Up Close Magic - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 11:00 am to 12:00 pm - Windsor (Readings)
Experience the fun of slight of hand magic with Master Magician Lee Darrow.
L. Darrow (M)
Tarot Cards 101 - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm - Kent (Programming)
A friendly discussion of tarot cards and their use in divination.
K. Brown (M)
L. Darrow
Hypnotism Show - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
Don't Try This At Home. Experience a professional hypnotist show with a Master Hypnotist.
L. Darrow (M)
S. Dealy
Recording your story - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
How to capture Audio for podcasts, audio dramas, and audiobooks. Room treatment, microphones, interfaces, and software.
S. Dealy (M)
Being a Voice Actor in 2023 - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
A general overview of the voice acting industry, and the performance, technical, and marketing skills necessary to become a working voice talent!
S. Dealy (M)
B. Detzner
Writer's Workshop Session 2 - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 9:00 am to 12:00 pm - Butterfield
Entries: The Making of a (Trickster) Goddess by Elizabeth Levin “Magic Sue” by Daniel T. Miller
A. Collier
B. Detzner
K. Herkes
M. Mascari (M)
Audible & Beyond - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm - Kent (Programming)
The rise of audio books and how it affects perceptions of the story being told.
B. Detzner (M)
P. Haynie
R. Waterson
Reading Sat 1p - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 1:00 pm to 1:30 pm - Butterfield
Brendan Detzner
B. Detzner (M)
Signing Sat 1:30p - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 1:30 pm to 2:00 pm - Hallway Signing Table
Brendan Detzner
B. Detzner (M)
Hollywood on Strike - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm - York (Programming)
How will this affect media fandom?
B. Detzner (M)
A. Primlani
Stonehenge Inspiration through the ages. - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm - Windsor (Readings)
What books and movies got right or wrong? The debate continues.
B. Detzner
D. Krause (M)
J. DeVore
The Forever Craft - that long lost project - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 10:00 am to 11:00 am - Hunt (AV Programming)
J. DeVore
C. Flynt
M. Silver (M)
L. Zeldes
E. Donat
Flower Fairies - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm - Private Dining Room (Makers)
Make and take your very own flower fairies.
K. Brown (M)
E. Donat (M)
S. Duffy
SciFi or Horror? - Friday, 11-10-2023 - 9:00 pm to 10:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
How often is the line between the 2 blurred and has that blurry line moved more recently than it did in the past.
S. Duffy
D. Edwards
N. Litherland
D. Munro (M)
K. Peck
Reading Sat 12:30p - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 12:30 pm to 1:00 pm - Ogden (Readings)
Malda Marlys
S. Duffy (M)
Stupid Alien Anatomy in the Movies - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm - Camden
How do you build a spaceship when you only have claws??
S. Duffy
B. Higgins (M)
"Out There" Characters - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
Do out there characters have to be weird?
S. Duffy
C. Flynt (M)
R. Garfinkle
N. Litherland
D. Edwards
SciFi or Horror? - Friday, 11-10-2023 - 9:00 pm to 10:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
How often is the line between the 2 blurred and has that blurry line moved more recently than it did in the past.
S. Duffy
D. Edwards
N. Litherland
D. Munro (M)
K. Peck
The Mouse that Rules Entertainment? - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 10:00 am to 11:00 am - York (Programming)
Disney now owns Lucasfilms (Star Wars), 20th Century Studios (Avatar), Marvel Studios, Pixar & Searchlight Studios. What are the ramifications of this entertainment monopoly?
D. Edwards
V. Massetti
Reading Sat 8p - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 8:00 pm to 8:30 pm - Butterfield
Duryea Edwards
D. Edwards (M)
Signing Sat 8:30p - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 8:30 pm to 9:00 pm - Hallway Signing Table
Duryea Edwards
D. Edwards (M)
Movies that Couldn't be made today & what would happen if we tried? - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
A discussion of politically incorrect movies (Blazing Saddles, Kentucky Fried Movie & Tropic Thunder are examples)
D. Edwards
V. Massetti (M)
J. Matulonis
L. Erlick
Reading Sat 11:30a - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 11:30 am to 12:00 pm - Ogden (Readings)
Lance Erlick
L. Erlick (M)
Signing Sat 12p - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 12:00 pm to 12:30 pm - Hallway Signing Table
Lance Erlick
L. Erlick (M)
Self-Publishing Trend - Good or Bad - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm - York (Programming)
Should editors & publishers be mandatory or not.
L. Erlick (M)
C. Flynt
L. Masterson
D. Munro
R. Tabler
D. Fabi
We Survived the Pandemic?? - Friday, 11-10-2023 - 9:00 pm to 10:00 pm - York (Programming)
Did we? What are the differences between pre and post 2020?
D. Fabi (M)
R. Garfinkle
B. Thomasson
L. Zeldes
Have Vampires Flown off into the sunrise? - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm - Ogden (Readings)
Where have all the vampire stories gone?
A. Craig
D. Fabi
L. Masterson
D. Munro
L. Zeldes (M)
The Titan Disaster - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm - Camden
The private sector has been venturing into territory reserved for specialists. Should they be stopped?
D. Fabi (M)
P. Haynie
J. Matulonis
J. Youngberg
Reading Sat 3p - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 3:00 pm to 3:30 pm - Butterfield
Dexter Fabi
D. Fabi (M)
C. Flynt
Reading - Sat 10:30a - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 10:30 am to 11:00 am - Windsor (Readings)
Clif Flynt
C. Flynt (M)
Self-Publishing Trend - Good or Bad - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm - York (Programming)
Should editors & publishers be mandatory or not.
L. Erlick (M)
C. Flynt
L. Masterson
D. Munro
R. Tabler
"Out There" Characters - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
Do out there characters have to be weird?
S. Duffy
C. Flynt (M)
R. Garfinkle
N. Litherland
The Forever Craft - that long lost project - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 10:00 am to 11:00 am - Hunt (AV Programming)
J. DeVore
C. Flynt
M. Silver (M)
L. Zeldes
R. Garfinkle
We Survived the Pandemic?? - Friday, 11-10-2023 - 9:00 pm to 10:00 pm - York (Programming)
Did we? What are the differences between pre and post 2020?
D. Fabi (M)
R. Garfinkle
B. Thomasson
L. Zeldes
Reading - Sat 10a - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 10:00 am to 10:30 am - Windsor (Readings)
Richard Garfinkle
R. Garfinkle (M)
"Out There" Characters - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
Do out there characters have to be weird?
S. Duffy
C. Flynt (M)
R. Garfinkle
N. Litherland
The Many Types of Fantasy - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 8:00 pm to 9:00 pm - Ogden (Readings)
From high fantasy to low fantasy and let's not forget the popular epic fantasy. Who determines the meaning of these distinctions? Are they different?
S. Burke (M)
R. Chwedyk
R. Garfinkle
Z. Jeffries
A. Primlani
Writer's Workshop Session 3 - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 9:00 am to 12:00 pm - Butterfield/Camden (Writers Workshop)
Entries: “The Man from Tyr” by Sebastian J. Arviso “Shipwreck” by Dale Cozort
R. Chwedyk
R. Garfinkle
C. Gerrib
R.J. Howell
M. Marlys (M)
C. Gerrib
The Obligatory Star Trek Panel - Going Back Before the Future - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 10:00 am to 11:00 am - Kent (Programming)
Paramount+ series. What has worked and what hasn't worked?
C. Gerrib (M)
D. Hirsch
M. Munro
D. Taylor II
Reading Sat 12p - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 12:00 pm to 12:30 pm - Ogden (Readings)
Chris Gerrib
C. Gerrib (M)
Steampunk for Beginners - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm - Windsor (Readings)
Did Jules Verne found this movement or were there others?
C. Gerrib
R. Smith (M)
Sex. Why Did it Have to Have Sex? - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 8:00 pm to 9:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
When a story's good lore is thrown away for some trashy sex scenes.
C. Gerrib (M)
V. Massetti
M. Roth
Writer's Workshop Session 3 - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 9:00 am to 12:00 pm - Butterfield/Camden (Writers Workshop)
Entries: “The Man from Tyr” by Sebastian J. Arviso “Shipwreck” by Dale Cozort
R. Chwedyk
R. Garfinkle
C. Gerrib
R.J. Howell
M. Marlys (M)
A. Geyer
Chicago SF Book Discussion - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm - Kent (Programming)
A book discussion of "The Mote in God's Eye" by Larry Niven and Jerry Pournelle.
A. Geyer (M)
W. Halsey
Stitch & Bitch Sat - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm - Private Dining Room (Makers)
W. Halsey
M. Silver
J. Skwarski
Cloning - Where are we now? - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 11:00 am to 12:00 pm - Ogden (Readings)
A discussion of cloning and where scientists are at now.
W. Halsey (M)
B. Thomasson
P. Haynie
Audible & Beyond - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm - Kent (Programming)
The rise of audio books and how it affects perceptions of the story being told.
B. Detzner (M)
P. Haynie
R. Waterson
The Titan Disaster - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm - Camden
The private sector has been venturing into territory reserved for specialists. Should they be stopped?
D. Fabi (M)
P. Haynie
J. Matulonis
J. Youngberg
Alternatives to D&D; - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 8:00 pm to 9:00 pm - York (Programming)
What are the alternatives to D&D;? Let's find out together!!
P. Haynie (M)
J. Youngberg
Reading Sun 10a - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 10:00 am to 10:30 am - Ogden (Readings)
Paul Haynie
P. Haynie (M)
R. Heinz
Opening Ceremonies - Friday, 11-10-2023 - 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm - Riverview Ballroom (Main Programming)
It’s time to kick off Windycon 49! Come meet the guests and hear what we’ve got planned for you this weekend.
A. Choi
R. Heinz
T. Mueller
L. Rocha
T. Smith
J. Stary
L. Webber
How to (Not) Suck at Storytelling - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm - Riverview Ballroom (Main Programming)
Join Rick Heinz from Geek & Sundry and other Storytellers for a panel on Game Mastering tips and tricks. Find your style, learn player agency, and learn why you should never run a dream sequence. A one-stop shop for do's and don't's from those who have made every error.
R. Heinz (M)
The Black Ballad - WindyCon Interactive D&D; - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm - Ogden (Readings)
Have you lost a loved D&D;character to sword or dragons fire? Ever wonder what happens before the soul is returned to life? Or perhaps you are determined to get back to life. Join Rick Heinz at Windycon as he hosts a large group play session of The Black Ballad. Bring your dead character and permission from your GM and compete in The Gamble of Fates to bet your character's memory at a shot of resurrection in a Purgatory Poker match among other dead characters. Only one winner will be granted redemption in their twist of fate in this high-stakes event that could very well impact your current campaign.
R. Heinz (M)
Tabletop RPG's from Cradle To Grave - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 9:00 pm to 10:00 pm - York (Programming)
Looking to get into the game industry? Join Rick Heinz (Storytellers Forge, Geek & Sundry, GM Tips, Nerdist) and other insiders for a look at how to make your TTRPG or even submit and pitch your ideas to publishers. We cover everything from the blank page to launching your campaign to the public!
R. Heinz (M)
Nerd for a Living: The Realities of Publishing - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm - York (Programming)
How do you make the transition from debut novelist to full time author? What about creating your own brand from thin air? Join fellow nerds who are switching over or have made the switch fully and explore what it's like to work on your favorite properties.
R. Heinz (M)
Closing Ceremonies - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm - Riverview Ballroom (Main Programming)
All good things must come to an end, and so too must Windycon 49. Come for a last chance to see our guests, see who won awards, and to find out what we’re planning for the big Windycon 50!
A. Choi
R. Heinz
T. Mueller
L. Rocha
T. Smith
J. Stary
To Be Announced
L. Webber
K. Herkes
Writer's Workshop Session 2 - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 9:00 am to 12:00 pm - Butterfield
Entries: The Making of a (Trickster) Goddess by Elizabeth Levin “Magic Sue” by Daniel T. Miller
A. Collier
B. Detzner
K. Herkes
M. Mascari (M)
B. Higgins
NASA's Psyche Mission: Journey to a Metal Asteroid - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 11:00 am to 12:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
"Psyche" is the name of a new NASA spacecraft, launched in October—and also the name of its destination, a large, dense asteroid that seems to contain a lot of metal. No spacecraft has yet visited any of the iron-rich asteroids that are parents of the metal meteorites in museums. NASA plans to use electric propulsion to fly to Psyche, enter orbit, and study it closely to learn whether it is the core of a larger, shattered proto-planet. Join Bill Higgins for a look at the Asteroid Belt's latest explorer.
B. Higgins (M)
SETI Protocols - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm - York (Programming)
What are the protocols for alien contact?
S. Burke
B. Higgins
Stupid Alien Anatomy in the Movies - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm - Camden
How do you build a spaceship when you only have claws??
S. Duffy
B. Higgins (M)
D. Hirsch
The Obligatory Star Trek Panel - Going Back Before the Future - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 10:00 am to 11:00 am - Kent (Programming)
Paramount+ series. What has worked and what hasn't worked?
C. Gerrib (M)
D. Hirsch
M. Munro
D. Taylor II
The Phandemonium Book Club - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm - Camden
We will be discussing Legends and Lattes by Travis Baldree. Everyone is always welcome to join our discussion - even if they haven’t finished (or even read) the book!
D. Hirsch (M)
R.J. Howell
Writer's Workshop Session 3 - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 9:00 am to 12:00 pm - Butterfield/Camden (Writers Workshop)
Entries: “The Man from Tyr” by Sebastian J. Arviso “Shipwreck” by Dale Cozort
R. Chwedyk
R. Garfinkle
C. Gerrib
R.J. Howell
M. Marlys (M)
M. Huston
Writer's Workshop Session 1 - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 9:00 am to 12:00 pm - Butterfield/Camden (Writers Workshop)
Entries: “An Orchid for Deirdre Jean” by Kevin J. Miller A Bite of Life, Chapter One, by David Wyatt The Bullet from Earth by Charles Ott
S. Burke
R. Chwedyk
M. Huston
O. Kazantsev (M)
A. Primlani
Z. Jeffries
The Obligatory Star Wars Panel - Millennium Falcon Hijacked by Mouse - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
How has the franchise changed since Disney took over?
Z. Jeffries (M)
M. Munro (M)
D. Taylor II
The Many Types of Fantasy - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 8:00 pm to 9:00 pm - Ogden (Readings)
From high fantasy to low fantasy and let's not forget the popular epic fantasy. Who determines the meaning of these distinctions? Are they different?
S. Burke (M)
R. Chwedyk
R. Garfinkle
Z. Jeffries
A. Primlani
Next Gen Geeks - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 9:00 pm to 10:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
What will be the next generation geek trends?
Z. Jeffries (M)
J. Matulonis
R. Smith
R. Waterson
Reading Sun 11:30a - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 11:30 am to 12:00 pm - Windsor (Readings)
Zachary Jeffries
Z. Jeffries (M)
O. Kazantsev
Writer's Workshop Session 1 - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 9:00 am to 12:00 pm - Butterfield/Camden (Writers Workshop)
Entries: “An Orchid for Deirdre Jean” by Kevin J. Miller A Bite of Life, Chapter One, by David Wyatt The Bullet from Earth by Charles Ott
S. Burke
R. Chwedyk
M. Huston
O. Kazantsev (M)
A. Primlani
D. Krause
Solar Power from Space - Solution for Global Warming? - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 11:00 am to 12:00 pm - Kent (Programming)
Could we put solar panels in space to not only supply the planet with power but also shade?
D. Krause (M)
M. Roth
R. Smith
Stonehenge Inspiration through the ages. - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm - Windsor (Readings)
What books and movies got right or wrong? The debate continues.
B. Detzner
D. Krause (M)
Female Erotic Novel Trend - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 9:00 pm to 10:00 pm - Windsor (Readings)
From Vampires to shapeshifters and now aliens especially if they're Alpha males. Are real men becoming too sensitive in real life?
A. Craig
D. Krause (M)
V. Massetti
Hey Hollywood - Try Reading a book! - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm - York (Programming)
Hollywood film makers need fresh ideas. What would you like to see on the big screen?
D. Krause (M)
J. Matulonis
R. Tabler
N. Litherland
SciFi or Horror? - Friday, 11-10-2023 - 9:00 pm to 10:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
How often is the line between the 2 blurred and has that blurry line moved more recently than it did in the past.
S. Duffy
D. Edwards
N. Litherland
D. Munro (M)
K. Peck
Origami Boulder Damage - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 10:00 am to 11:00 am - Hunt (AV Programming)
Interesting ways for DMs to keep difficult players in line & their dungeons.
N. Litherland
S. Rice-Snow (M)
Reading Sat 2p - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 2:00 pm to 2:30 pm - Butterfield
Neal Litherland
N. Litherland (M)
Signing Sat 2:30p - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 2:30 pm to 3:00 pm - Hallway Signing Table
Neal Litherland
N. Litherland (M)
"Out There" Characters - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
Do out there characters have to be weird?
S. Duffy
C. Flynt (M)
R. Garfinkle
N. Litherland
M. Marlys
Writer's Workshop Session 3 - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 9:00 am to 12:00 pm - Butterfield/Camden (Writers Workshop)
Entries: “The Man from Tyr” by Sebastian J. Arviso “Shipwreck” by Dale Cozort
R. Chwedyk
R. Garfinkle
C. Gerrib
R.J. Howell
M. Marlys (M)
M. Mascari
Writer's Workshop Session 2 - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 9:00 am to 12:00 pm - Butterfield
Entries: The Making of a (Trickster) Goddess by Elizabeth Levin “Magic Sue” by Daniel T. Miller
A. Collier
B. Detzner
K. Herkes
M. Mascari (M)
V. Massetti
The Mouse that Rules Entertainment? - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 10:00 am to 11:00 am - York (Programming)
Disney now owns Lucasfilms (Star Wars), 20th Century Studios (Avatar), Marvel Studios, Pixar & Searchlight Studios. What are the ramifications of this entertainment monopoly?
D. Edwards
V. Massetti
Sex. Why Did it Have to Have Sex? - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 8:00 pm to 9:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
When a story's good lore is thrown away for some trashy sex scenes.
C. Gerrib (M)
V. Massetti
M. Roth
Female Erotic Novel Trend - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 9:00 pm to 10:00 pm - Windsor (Readings)
From Vampires to shapeshifters and now aliens especially if they're Alpha males. Are real men becoming too sensitive in real life?
A. Craig
D. Krause (M)
V. Massetti
Movies that Couldn't be made today & what would happen if we tried? - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
A discussion of politically incorrect movies (Blazing Saddles, Kentucky Fried Movie & Tropic Thunder are examples)
D. Edwards
V. Massetti (M)
J. Matulonis
L. Masterson
Have Vampires Flown off into the sunrise? - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm - Ogden (Readings)
Where have all the vampire stories gone?
A. Craig
D. Fabi
L. Masterson
D. Munro
L. Zeldes (M)
Self-Publishing Trend - Good or Bad - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm - York (Programming)
Should editors & publishers be mandatory or not.
L. Erlick (M)
C. Flynt
L. Masterson
D. Munro
R. Tabler
J. Matulonis
The Titan Disaster - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm - Camden
The private sector has been venturing into territory reserved for specialists. Should they be stopped?
D. Fabi (M)
P. Haynie
J. Matulonis
J. Youngberg
Next Gen Geeks - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 9:00 pm to 10:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
What will be the next generation geek trends?
Z. Jeffries (M)
J. Matulonis
R. Smith
R. Waterson
Movies that Couldn't be made today & what would happen if we tried? - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
A discussion of politically incorrect movies (Blazing Saddles, Kentucky Fried Movie & Tropic Thunder are examples)
D. Edwards
V. Massetti (M)
J. Matulonis
Hey Hollywood - Try Reading a book! - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm - York (Programming)
Hollywood film makers need fresh ideas. What would you like to see on the big screen?
D. Krause (M)
J. Matulonis
R. Tabler
Moebius Theatre
Moebius Theatre Presents - Big Orange Centipedes! - Friday, 11-10-2023 - 8:00 pm to 9:00 pm - Riverview Ballroom (Main Programming)
After a long absence, Chicago’s oldest science-fiction sketch comedy troupe Moebius Theatre returns to the Windycon Main Stage with their new show, “Big Orange Centipedes!” We’re looking forward to seeing what they’ve cooked up for us. It’s sure to be lots of fun!
Moebius Theatre
T. Mueller
Opening Ceremonies - Friday, 11-10-2023 - 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm - Riverview Ballroom (Main Programming)
It’s time to kick off Windycon 49! Come meet the guests and hear what we’ve got planned for you this weekend.
A. Choi
R. Heinz
T. Mueller
L. Rocha
T. Smith
J. Stary
L. Webber
CRAFTING FICTIONAL WORLDS - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm - Riverview Ballroom (Main Programming)
Environment is an important element of storytelling. Comics, TV, film and games use it all the time - but it's easy to let the details of your world distract from your story. Whether it's a science fiction / fantasy setting or a real-life location, join special guest Trevor Mueller and learn how to make your world come to life without losing the reader.
T. Mueller (M)
WRITING FOR FORMAT - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm - York (Programming)
Comics, novels, webtoons and film - all have different strengths and weaknesses when it comes to storytelling. Join guest of honor Trevor Mueller and learn the ins and outs of each unique storytelling medium and how to make your stories come to life!
T. Mueller (M)
SELF-PUBLISHING 101 - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 10:00 am to 11:00 am - York (Programming)
It's never been harder to be published, but it's never been easier to make a comic. Guest of honor Trevor Mueller has over 12 years experience in printing his own books, and teaches you everything you need to know about making your ideas into stories, from conception in your head to holding a physical copy of your book in your hand!
T. Mueller (M)
Closing Ceremonies - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm - Riverview Ballroom (Main Programming)
All good things must come to an end, and so too must Windycon 49. Come for a last chance to see our guests, see who won awards, and to find out what we’re planning for the big Windycon 50!
A. Choi
R. Heinz
T. Mueller
L. Rocha
T. Smith
J. Stary
To Be Announced
L. Webber
D. Munro
SciFi or Horror? - Friday, 11-10-2023 - 9:00 pm to 10:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
How often is the line between the 2 blurred and has that blurry line moved more recently than it did in the past.
S. Duffy
D. Edwards
N. Litherland
D. Munro (M)
K. Peck
Reading Sat 11a - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 11:00 am to 11:30 am - Ogden (Readings)
Donna Munro
D. Munro (M)
Signing Sat 11:30a - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 11:30 am to 12:00 pm - Hallway Signing Table
Donna Munro
D. Munro (M)
Have Vampires Flown off into the sunrise? - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm - Ogden (Readings)
Where have all the vampire stories gone?
A. Craig
D. Fabi
L. Masterson
D. Munro
L. Zeldes (M)
Self-Publishing Trend - Good or Bad - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm - York (Programming)
Should editors & publishers be mandatory or not.
L. Erlick (M)
C. Flynt
L. Masterson
D. Munro
R. Tabler
M. Munro
The Future of Superheroes on the Silver Screen - Friday, 11-10-2023 - 8:00 pm to 9:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
Marvel & DC seem to have been pretty well covered. Where should Hollywood go next?
M. Munro (M)
D. Taylor II
J. Youngberg
The Obligatory Star Trek Panel - Going Back Before the Future - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 10:00 am to 11:00 am - Kent (Programming)
Paramount+ series. What has worked and what hasn't worked?
C. Gerrib (M)
D. Hirsch
M. Munro
D. Taylor II
The Obligatory Star Wars Panel - Millennium Falcon Hijacked by Mouse - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
How has the franchise changed since Disney took over?
Z. Jeffries (M)
M. Munro (M)
D. Taylor II
K. Peck
SciFi or Horror? - Friday, 11-10-2023 - 9:00 pm to 10:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
How often is the line between the 2 blurred and has that blurry line moved more recently than it did in the past.
S. Duffy
D. Edwards
N. Litherland
D. Munro (M)
K. Peck
Reading Sat 3:30p - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 3:30 pm to 4:00 pm - Butterfield
Karen Peck
K. Peck (M)
Signing Sat 4p - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 4:00 pm to 4:30 pm - Hallway Signing Table
Karen Peck
K. Peck (M)
A. Primlani
Writer's Workshop Session 1 - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 9:00 am to 12:00 pm - Butterfield/Camden (Writers Workshop)
Entries: “An Orchid for Deirdre Jean” by Kevin J. Miller A Bite of Life, Chapter One, by David Wyatt The Bullet from Earth by Charles Ott
S. Burke
R. Chwedyk
M. Huston
O. Kazantsev (M)
A. Primlani
Reading Sat 1:30p - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 1:30 pm to 2:00 pm - Butterfield
Angeli Primlani
A. Primlani (M)
Signing Sat 2p - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 2:00 pm to 2:30 pm - Hallway Signing Table
Angeli Primlani
A. Primlani (M)
Hollywood on Strike - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm - York (Programming)
How will this affect media fandom?
B. Detzner (M)
A. Primlani
The Many Types of Fantasy - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 8:00 pm to 9:00 pm - Ogden (Readings)
From high fantasy to low fantasy and let's not forget the popular epic fantasy. Who determines the meaning of these distinctions? Are they different?
S. Burke (M)
R. Chwedyk
R. Garfinkle
Z. Jeffries
A. Primlani
N. Rest
Please Note post-apocalyptic books have moved to current affairs - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm - York (Programming)
A discussion of world events vis-à-vis the end times
N. Rest (M)
M. Roth
R. Tabler
B. Thomasson
J. Rice-Snow
A Week of Adventure Settings East of Chicago - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
You don’t need to travel to the mountains, desert, or seaside to find amazing natural scenes to inspire your next story! We’ll show you memorable natural places to visit in Ohio and northern Indiana, in a week-long driving loop or weekend jaunt. Explore settings that are intriguing from a tourist’s, earth scientist’s, and storyteller’s perspectives.
J. Rice-Snow (M)
S. Rice-Snow (M)
S. Rice-Snow
Origami Boulder Damage - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 10:00 am to 11:00 am - Hunt (AV Programming)
Interesting ways for DMs to keep difficult players in line & their dungeons.
N. Litherland
S. Rice-Snow (M)
A Week of Adventure Settings East of Chicago - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
You don’t need to travel to the mountains, desert, or seaside to find amazing natural scenes to inspire your next story! We’ll show you memorable natural places to visit in Ohio and northern Indiana, in a week-long driving loop or weekend jaunt. Explore settings that are intriguing from a tourist’s, earth scientist’s, and storyteller’s perspectives.
J. Rice-Snow (M)
S. Rice-Snow (M)
L. Rocha
Opening Ceremonies - Friday, 11-10-2023 - 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm - Riverview Ballroom (Main Programming)
It’s time to kick off Windycon 49! Come meet the guests and hear what we’ve got planned for you this weekend.
A. Choi
R. Heinz
T. Mueller
L. Rocha
T. Smith
J. Stary
L. Webber
Starting Out 101 (Getting yourself out there) - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 11:00 am to 12:00 pm - York (Programming)
A panel about the dos and possible don’ts of starting at cons, markets, and trade shows. The answers we may have for you.
L. Rocha (M)
Graphic Design + Illustration (Hints, tips, and the difference) - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
A panel about the difference between Graphic Design and Illustration. Hints and tricks to help elevate your digital art. The applications that can help and be cost-effective.
L. Rocha (M)
Merch Making and Beyond - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 11:00 am to 12:00 pm - York (Programming)
A panel to help gather resources, whether buying third-party or making your own merch at home. We are here to help!
L. Rocha (M)
Closing Ceremonies - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm - Riverview Ballroom (Main Programming)
All good things must come to an end, and so too must Windycon 49. Come for a last chance to see our guests, see who won awards, and to find out what we’re planning for the big Windycon 50!
A. Choi
R. Heinz
T. Mueller
L. Rocha
T. Smith
J. Stary
To Be Announced
L. Webber
F. Roman
Teen Talk: What We're Reading - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm - Camden
We're teenaged Windycon members and we're here to talk about what we're reading, whether it's conventionally published or fanfic. And we want to hear about what *you're* reading too! Join us for a free-wheeling discussion of what's interesting to teens in the written word.
F. Roman
C. Roper (M)
Teen Talk: What We're Listening To - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm - Camden
We're teenaged Windycon members and we're here to talk about what we've been listening to lately. There are all sorts of music out there that we're interested in, from the commercial (Taylor Swift) to things that make our parents go "What the heck is that?" There are so many independent artists out there bringing high production values to the music scene, that we can't possibly name them all. And we'd like to hear what *you're* listening to as well.
F. Roman
C. Roper (M)
Teen Talk: What We're Watching - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm - Camden
We're teenaged Windycon members and we're here to talk about what we're watching on screens, whether the big screen in the movie theater, the smaller screen on TV, or the even smaller screen on our phones. There're all sorts of interesting media out there! And we'd like to hear what *you're* watching too.
F. Roman
C. Roper (M)
C. Roper
Teen Talk: What We're Reading - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm - Camden
We're teenaged Windycon members and we're here to talk about what we're reading, whether it's conventionally published or fanfic. And we want to hear about what *you're* reading too! Join us for a free-wheeling discussion of what's interesting to teens in the written word.
F. Roman
C. Roper (M)
Teen Talk: What We're Listening To - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm - Camden
We're teenaged Windycon members and we're here to talk about what we've been listening to lately. There are all sorts of music out there that we're interested in, from the commercial (Taylor Swift) to things that make our parents go "What the heck is that?" There are so many independent artists out there bringing high production values to the music scene, that we can't possibly name them all. And we'd like to hear what *you're* listening to as well.
F. Roman
C. Roper (M)
Teen Talk: What We're Watching - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm - Camden
We're teenaged Windycon members and we're here to talk about what we're watching on screens, whether the big screen in the movie theater, the smaller screen on TV, or the even smaller screen on our phones. There're all sorts of interesting media out there! And we'd like to hear what *you're* watching too.
F. Roman
C. Roper (M)
M. Roth
Solar Power from Space - Solution for Global Warming? - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 11:00 am to 12:00 pm - Kent (Programming)
Could we put solar panels in space to not only supply the planet with power but also shade?
D. Krause (M)
M. Roth
R. Smith
Please Note post-apocalyptic books have moved to current affairs - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm - York (Programming)
A discussion of world events vis-à-vis the end times
N. Rest (M)
M. Roth
R. Tabler
B. Thomasson
Reading Sat 5:30p - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 5:30 pm to 6:00 pm - Butterfield
Mark Roth
M. Roth (M)
Sex. Why Did it Have to Have Sex? - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 8:00 pm to 9:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
When a story's good lore is thrown away for some trashy sex scenes.
C. Gerrib (M)
V. Massetti
M. Roth
M. Silver
Stitch & Bitch Sat - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm - Private Dining Room (Makers)
W. Halsey
M. Silver
J. Skwarski
The Forever Craft - that long lost project - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 10:00 am to 11:00 am - Hunt (AV Programming)
J. DeVore
C. Flynt
M. Silver (M)
L. Zeldes
J. Skwarski
Stitch & Bitch Sat - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm - Private Dining Room (Makers)
W. Halsey
M. Silver
J. Skwarski
The Obligatory Dr. Who Panel - Good-Bye Rubber Suits - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 11:00 am to 12:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
Has it lost its nostalgic charm since the special effects are better?
S. Burke (M)
J. Skwarski
R. Smith
Solar Power from Space - Solution for Global Warming? - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 11:00 am to 12:00 pm - Kent (Programming)
Could we put solar panels in space to not only supply the planet with power but also shade?
D. Krause (M)
M. Roth
R. Smith
Steampunk for Beginners - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm - Windsor (Readings)
Did Jules Verne found this movement or were there others?
C. Gerrib
R. Smith (M)
Next Gen Geeks - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 9:00 pm to 10:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
What will be the next generation geek trends?
Z. Jeffries (M)
J. Matulonis
R. Smith
R. Waterson
T. Smith
Opening Ceremonies - Friday, 11-10-2023 - 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm - Riverview Ballroom (Main Programming)
It’s time to kick off Windycon 49! Come meet the guests and hear what we’ve got planned for you this weekend.
A. Choi
R. Heinz
T. Mueller
L. Rocha
T. Smith
J. Stary
L. Webber
Tom Smith Concert - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 9:00 pm to 10:00 pm - Riverview Ballroom (Main Programming)
Tom Smith, the world’s fastest filker, is one of Windycon’s favorite performers. Never copied, always funny (except when he’s serious and also darned good at that too), we’ve been looking forward to seeing Tom again for some time now. You’ll want to be sure to be there!
T. Smith (M)
Closing Ceremonies - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm - Riverview Ballroom (Main Programming)
All good things must come to an end, and so too must Windycon 49. Come for a last chance to see our guests, see who won awards, and to find out what we’re planning for the big Windycon 50!
A. Choi
R. Heinz
T. Mueller
L. Rocha
T. Smith
J. Stary
To Be Announced
L. Webber
J. Stary
Opening Ceremonies - Friday, 11-10-2023 - 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm - Riverview Ballroom (Main Programming)
It’s time to kick off Windycon 49! Come meet the guests and hear what we’ve got planned for you this weekend.
A. Choi
R. Heinz
T. Mueller
L. Rocha
T. Smith
J. Stary
L. Webber
So Now You're A Cosplayer - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 11:00 am to 12:00 pm - Riverview Ballroom (Main Programming)
A question and answer discussion on what life is like as a cosplayer. Usually I have one or two others and we answer everything from "what is your favorite fabric" to questions about embarrassing bathroom stories and celebrity encounters. This is a live version of my podcast and may be recorded for future content.
J. Stary (M)
Cosplay on a Budget - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm - Kent (Programming)
This is the first panel most people looking to cosplay go to. I will discuss where to find cheap materials, tools and patterns. As well as present some alternative techniques to make foam look like metal or leather. A short safety brief and budget explanation is also included.
J. Stary (M)
Cosplay Runway - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm - Riverview Ballroom (Main Programming)
It’s the Windycon Cosplay Runway with our Guest Jess Stary as MC! Here’s your chance to see the great costumes that you’ve seen in our hallways (and maybe some more) gathered together in one place on our stage. There are some incredible costumers in attendance, so you won’t want to miss this.
J. Stary (M)
Are Con Creeps Real? - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm - Kent (Programming)
Though this topic can be heavy, it is covered in an appropriate way for all ages, genders and orientations. I will talk about some examples of unsafe or creepy behavior and what to do in those situations.
J. Stary (M)
Closing Ceremonies - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm - Riverview Ballroom (Main Programming)
All good things must come to an end, and so too must Windycon 49. Come for a last chance to see our guests, see who won awards, and to find out what we’re planning for the big Windycon 50!
A. Choi
R. Heinz
T. Mueller
L. Rocha
T. Smith
J. Stary
To Be Announced
L. Webber
G. Strayer
Who is The Royal Manticoran Navy - Friday, 11-10-2023 - 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm - Kent (Programming)
An introduction to The Royal Manticoran Navy: The Official Honor Harrington Fan Association. The RMN is (probably, we think) the largest literary fan organization in the world, with over 7000 members across the globe. Discussion will include information about the various components, and how each has its own character, while all being part of the same fandom.
G. Strayer (M)
I Joined The RMN, Now What?! - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm - Kent (Programming)
We will talk about the various role play and real-world roles available in the RMN, and how members can be involved at every level. Discussion will include roles beyond leadership, and how everyone can participate without being pressured in one direction or another.
G. Strayer (M)
R. Tabler
Please Note post-apocalyptic books have moved to current affairs - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm - York (Programming)
A discussion of world events vis-à-vis the end times
N. Rest (M)
M. Roth
R. Tabler
B. Thomasson
Self-Publishing Trend - Good or Bad - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm - York (Programming)
Should editors & publishers be mandatory or not.
L. Erlick (M)
C. Flynt
L. Masterson
D. Munro
R. Tabler
Reading Sat 8:30p - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 8:30 pm to 9:00 pm - Butterfield
Ray Tabler
R. Tabler (M)
Hey Hollywood - Try Reading a book! - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm - York (Programming)
Hollywood film makers need fresh ideas. What would you like to see on the big screen?
D. Krause (M)
J. Matulonis
R. Tabler
D. Taylor II
The Future of Superheroes on the Silver Screen - Friday, 11-10-2023 - 8:00 pm to 9:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
Marvel & DC seem to have been pretty well covered. Where should Hollywood go next?
M. Munro (M)
D. Taylor II
J. Youngberg
The Obligatory Star Trek Panel - Going Back Before the Future - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 10:00 am to 11:00 am - Kent (Programming)
Paramount+ series. What has worked and what hasn't worked?
C. Gerrib (M)
D. Hirsch
M. Munro
D. Taylor II
The Obligatory Star Wars Panel - Millennium Falcon Hijacked by Mouse - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
How has the franchise changed since Disney took over?
Z. Jeffries (M)
M. Munro (M)
D. Taylor II
Reading Sun 11a - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 11:00 am to 11:30 am - Windsor (Readings)
David Taylor II
D. Taylor II (M)
Signing Sun 11:30a - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 11:30 am to 12:00 pm - Hallway Signing Table
David Taylor II
D. Taylor II (M)
To Be Announced
Pathfinder Society Scenario #5-04: Equal Exchanges - Friday, 11-10-2023 - 6:30 pm to 10:30 pm - Cermak (Gaming Tournaments)
Since the defeat of Aslynn, the Waterfall has become more of a staple around the Grand Lodge, starting to hold strange, isolated meetings with leadership and seemingly putting together some plan. Her most recent request is that a team of Pathfinder agents journey to Hwanggot and meet with the underworld dragon, Valashinaz as a introductory team. Venture-Captain Yi Da Som arranged the meeting through Valashinaz's kobold assistant, Purepurin. Unfortunately, between then and the PCs arriving, Purepurin forgot about them in the midst of pickling recipes from goblins and creepy crawlies invading the vaults! It's up to the PCs to help Purepurin bring Valashinaz's vaults under control while she summons the dragon to ensure these introductions go off without a hitch! This adventure is the first part of the four-part Equal Exchanges metaplot arc in the Year of Unfettered Exploration. This arc will be continued in PFS2 #5-09: Equal Exchanges – Skymetal Hoard (for levels 5-8), PFS2 #5-11 (for levels 7-10), and PFS2 #5-18 (for levels 9-12). Written by Michelle Y. Kim Max 6 Players (Signups in the Game Room) Pregenerated Characters and Dice can be provided if you are a new player and don't have your own
To Be Announced
Blood on the Clock Tower - Friday, 11-10-2023 - 11:00 pm to 1:00 am - Cermak (Gaming Tournaments)
Blood on the Clocktower is a bluffing game enjoyed by 5 to 20 players on opposing teams of Good and Evil, overseen by a Storyteller player who conducts the action and makes crucial decisions. The goal of the game is to successfully deduce and execute the demons before they outnumber the townfolk. During a 'day' phase players socialize openly and whisper privately to trade knowledge or spread lies, culminating in a player's execution if a majority suspects them of being Evil. Of a 'night' time, players close their eyes and are woken one at a time by the Storyteller to gather information, spread mischief, or kill. The Storyteller uses the game's intricate playing pieces to guide each game, leaving others free to play without a table or board. Players stay in the thick of the action to the very end even if their characters are killed, haunting Ravenswood Bluff as ghosts trying to win from beyond the grave. If you arrive late to a game, you can enter after it's started as a powerful Traveller character with unusual talents and questionable allegiances (Traveler spots are limited). Each character comes with their own special ability and no two players in a game are ever the same character.
To Be Announced
Pathfinder Society Scenario #1-06: Lost on the Spirit Road - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 10:00 am to 2:00 pm - Cermak (Gaming Tournaments)
A shipment of relics on its way to Minkai vanished somewhere in the Forest of Spirits, a dense woodland home to kami and spirits of all sorts. In search of the missing shipment, Pathfinder agents travel to a remote village, where they uncover secrets of this enigmatic forest. This scenario features a wide variety of options for encounters and reasons for the vanishing, making for a fresh experience on mulitple playthoughs. Written by Christopher Wasko. Max 6 Players (Signups in the Game Room) Pregenerated Characters and Dice can be provided if you are a new player and don't have your own
To Be Announced
Blood on the Clock Tower (Saturday) - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm - Cermak (Gaming Tournaments)
Blood on the Clocktower is a bluffing game enjoyed by 5 to 20 players on opposing teams of Good and Evil, overseen by a Storyteller player who conducts the action and makes crucial decisions. The goal of the game is to successfully deduce and execute the demons before they outnumber the townfolk. During a 'day' phase players socialize openly and whisper privately to trade knowledge or spread lies, culminating in a player's execution if a majority suspects them of being Evil. Of a 'night' time, players close their eyes and are woken one at a time by the Storyteller to gather information, spread mischief, or kill. The Storyteller uses the game's intricate playing pieces to guide each game, leaving others free to play without a table or board. Players stay in the thick of the action to the very end even if their characters are killed, haunting Ravenswood Bluff as ghosts trying to win from beyond the grave. If you arrive late to a game, you can enter after it's started as a powerful Traveller character with unusual talents and questionable allegiances (Traveler spots are limited). Each character comes with their own special ability and no two players in a game are ever the same character.
To Be Announced
Pathfinder Society Scenario #5-03: Heidmarch Heist - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 9:30 am to 1:30 pm - Cermak (Gaming Tournaments)
The PCs are tasked with escorting a valuable item slated to be gifted to a powerful potential ally of the Pathfinder Society, but as they are being briefed on their mission, an unknown thief is pulling off a heist within Heidmarch manor, and the item the PCs were to escort has been stolen just as Venture-Captain Shiela Heidmarch goes to show them the item. The PCs much pick up the thief's trail in a race across Magnimar to recover the treasure they haven't even had the opportunity to see, much less guard. Written by Hilary Moon Murphy Max 6 Players (Signups in the Game Room) Pregenerated Characters and Dice can be provided if you are a new player and don't have your own
To Be Announced
Closing Ceremonies - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm - Riverview Ballroom (Main Programming)
All good things must come to an end, and so too must Windycon 49. Come for a last chance to see our guests, see who won awards, and to find out what we’re planning for the big Windycon 50!
A. Choi
R. Heinz
T. Mueller
L. Rocha
T. Smith
J. Stary
To Be Announced
L. Webber
A. Theisen
Royal Manticoran Navy Cribbage Tournament - Friday, 11-10-2023 - 8:00 pm to 9:00 pm - Private Dining Room (Makers)
Cribbage Tournament for Charity. Donation not required to play, but gratefully accepted for charity.
A. Theisen (M)
C. Thomas-Davidoff
Spooky Stories - Friday, 11-10-2023 - 10:00 pm to 11:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
Put on your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and come listen to a number of spooky stories before bedtime! (Not recommended for younger children.)
C. Beach (M)
C. Thomas-Davidoff (M)
B. Thomasson
We Survived the Pandemic?? - Friday, 11-10-2023 - 9:00 pm to 10:00 pm - York (Programming)
Did we? What are the differences between pre and post 2020?
D. Fabi (M)
R. Garfinkle
B. Thomasson
L. Zeldes
Please Note post-apocalyptic books have moved to current affairs - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm - York (Programming)
A discussion of world events vis-à-vis the end times
N. Rest (M)
M. Roth
R. Tabler
B. Thomasson
Reading Sat 4p - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 4:00 pm to 4:30 pm - Butterfield
W. A. Thomasson
B. Thomasson (M)
Cloning - Where are we now? - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 11:00 am to 12:00 pm - Ogden (Readings)
A discussion of cloning and where scientists are at now.
W. Halsey (M)
B. Thomasson
J. Wardale
Renaissance/Fancy/Exotic hair braids - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm - Private Dining Room (Makers)
Hands on workshop: Learn to do ropes, 4-strand "round" braids, classic (3-strand) French and (3-strand) Dutch (or inverted-French or underhand) as well as a Crown braid (technically a horizontal modified (3-strand) French braid) and other advanced ideas like 5 and 7-strand fingering techniques; as well as shapes like hearts, spirals and a pull-up-weave. Tailored to the desires and abilities of the audience. BYO-Brush, or use one provided.
J. Wardale (M)
Balloon Animal Sculpting - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm - Kent (Programming)
Let your inner child out or bring your child if you prefer! We will talk about balloon sculpting, including a demo/teach session where you can learn to make your own dog. Requests taken if time permits.
J. Wardale (M)
R. Waterson
Audible & Beyond - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm - Kent (Programming)
The rise of audio books and how it affects perceptions of the story being told.
B. Detzner (M)
P. Haynie
R. Waterson
Next Gen Geeks - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 9:00 pm to 10:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
What will be the next generation geek trends?
Z. Jeffries (M)
J. Matulonis
R. Smith
R. Waterson
Satellite Radio & Amazon Music etc. - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
If you only choose the stations you like, how are you exposed to anything new?
R. Waterson
J. Youngberg
L. Webber
Opening Ceremonies - Friday, 11-10-2023 - 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm - Riverview Ballroom (Main Programming)
It’s time to kick off Windycon 49! Come meet the guests and hear what we’ve got planned for you this weekend.
A. Choi
R. Heinz
T. Mueller
L. Rocha
T. Smith
J. Stary
L. Webber
Laser the Boy: Gay music and Trans History - Friday, 11-10-2023 - 9:15 pm to 10:45 pm - Riverview Ballroom (Main Programming)
Do you like learning about history (through song), coming out stories (through song), and meditations on creativity (through comedy?). Then come see this (not safe for kids – there will be Adult Words) concert/comedy show with award-winning singer-songwriter Laser Webber from the Doubleclicks!
L. Webber (M)
Laser from The Doubleclicks In Concert - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm - Riverview Ballroom (Main Programming)
Songs about breakfast, cats, dinosaurs, and love by Billboard-charting, internationally touring artist Laser Webber (of the Doubleclicks!). This concert will include the Doubleclicks’ greatest hits – which include jokes, feelings, and guitar. Although this isn’t “made for kids”, it is a family-friendly show.
L. Webber (M)
Closing Ceremonies - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm - Riverview Ballroom (Main Programming)
All good things must come to an end, and so too must Windycon 49. Come for a last chance to see our guests, see who won awards, and to find out what we’re planning for the big Windycon 50!
A. Choi
R. Heinz
T. Mueller
L. Rocha
T. Smith
J. Stary
To Be Announced
L. Webber
D. Wyatt
Reading Sun 12p - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 12:00 pm to 12:30 pm - Windsor (Readings)
David Wyatt
D. Wyatt (M)
J. Youngberg
The Future of Superheroes on the Silver Screen - Friday, 11-10-2023 - 8:00 pm to 9:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
Marvel & DC seem to have been pretty well covered. Where should Hollywood go next?
M. Munro (M)
D. Taylor II
J. Youngberg
The Titan Disaster - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm - Camden
The private sector has been venturing into territory reserved for specialists. Should they be stopped?
D. Fabi (M)
P. Haynie
J. Matulonis
J. Youngberg
Alternatives to D&D; - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 8:00 pm to 9:00 pm - York (Programming)
What are the alternatives to D&D;? Let's find out together!!
P. Haynie (M)
J. Youngberg
Satellite Radio & Amazon Music etc. - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm - Hunt (AV Programming)
If you only choose the stations you like, how are you exposed to anything new?
R. Waterson
J. Youngberg
L. Zeldes
We Survived the Pandemic?? - Friday, 11-10-2023 - 9:00 pm to 10:00 pm - York (Programming)
Did we? What are the differences between pre and post 2020?
D. Fabi (M)
R. Garfinkle
B. Thomasson
L. Zeldes
Have Vampires Flown off into the sunrise? - Saturday, 11-11-2023 - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm - Ogden (Readings)
Where have all the vampire stories gone?
A. Craig
D. Fabi
L. Masterson
D. Munro
L. Zeldes (M)
The Forever Craft - that long lost project - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 10:00 am to 11:00 am - Hunt (AV Programming)
J. DeVore
C. Flynt
M. Silver (M)
L. Zeldes
Stitch & Bitch Sun - Sunday, 11-12-2023 - 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm - Private Dining Room (Makers)
K. Brown
L. Zeldes