 Archive for the 'Events' CategoryReminder: FiestaCon starts today in TempeJuly 2nd, 2009, 12:01 am by Jayson Peters
Guests include sci-fi author Alan Dean Foster; fantasy artist Todd Lockwood; genre-bending novelist (and former Disney comic book writer) Diana Gabaldon; and Aprilynne Pike, author of the New York Times bestselling novel for young adults, “Wings.” For more details, read my earlier post. Have fun! Syfy goes to Comic-ConJune 30th, 2009, 11:12 pm by Jayson PetersHot off the NBC Univeral Media Village press site, here’s Sci Fi Channel’s schedule of events for Comic-Con International, July 23-26 at the San Diego Convention Center: SCI FI FEATURES FAN FAVORITE SERIES AND STARS AT COMIC-CON INTERNATIONAL 2009 New York, NY – June 30, 2009 – In keeping with its longstanding tradition of hosting some of Comic-Con’s most popular, crowd-pleasing events over the years, SCI FI Channel will once again feature some of its biggest hits – as well as its highly-anticipated new series – at this year’s Comic-Con International, held July 23-26 at the San Diego Convention Center. Fans will have the opportunity to see their favorite SCI FI stars and get the answers to all their burning questions at each of the Channel’s star-studded panels, including Warehouse 13, Eureka, Sanctuary, Stargate Universe, and Caprica/Battlestar Galactica: The Plan. In addition, SCI FI will take over a restaurant at the Hard Rock Hotel, re-branding it as Eureka’s “Cafe Diem” for the duration of the convention. The fictional local hot spot heavily featured in the popular dramedy, Cafe Diem will be the hub of all SCI FI activities during the week. Science writer to speak Friday night in PhoenixJune 30th, 2009, 12:49 pm by Jayson Peters
David Ewing Duncan will present “Experimental Man: What One Man’s Body Reveals About His Future, Your Health and Oour Toxic World” at Adults’ Night Out, a free event for anyone 18 and older. The evening begins at 5:30 p.m. with Duncan’s presentation at 7 p.m. and a showing of Sharks 3D in the IMAX Theater at 8:15 p.m. (regular IMAX fees apply). Twentysomething Mutant Ninja Turtles invade Science CenterJune 22nd, 2009, 11:22 am by Jayson Peters
They’re not really teenage anymore, right? But they’re still young at heart. The Arizona Science Center will come out of its shell on Saturday to welcome the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and their Party Bus full of video game stations and ice cream bars. The raucus reptiles are shell-ebrating their 25th birthday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday in downtown Phoenix. The event is free and open to the public. Read the rest of this entry » Reforge the Fellowship for Gen Con Indy 2009June 19th, 2009, 12:37 am by Jayson Peters
Itching to get back together with the rogues who helped you conquer the Tomb of Horrors or Castle Ravenloft back in the day? Wizards of the Coast is holding another contest for D&D fans, this time to reunite a group of adventurers that has been separated over the years. Up to six friends can win a free trip in August to the biggest gaming convention of them all, Gen Con in Indianapolis. Read the rest of this entry » Guess ‘Who’s’ coming to Comic-Con?June 17th, 2009, 10:49 am by Jayson PetersVia Outpost Gallifrey:
See also: Atomic Comics in Mesa holds ‘Transformers’ contestJune 16th, 2009, 8:20 pm by Jayson Peters
Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen opens June 24, and to celebrate Atomic Comics in Mesa is hosting a costume and “robotic dance move” contest 6 to 7 p.m. Friday, June 19. The prize pack includes a screening pass, movie T-shirt, comic book and Atomic Comics gift card. The store’s address is 1120 S. Country Club Drive, No. 105, on the northwest corner of Southern Avenue and Country Club. Transform and roll out! Is ‘Dragonlance’ poised for an epic RPG comeback?June 15th, 2009, 12:01 am by Jayson Peters
Wizards of the Coast is holding an essay contest to find the “ultimate Dragonlance fan,” who will win a full ride to Gen Con this August in Indianapolis plus an autographed copy of the forthcoming Margaret Weis and Tracy Hickman novel Dragons of the Hourglass Mage — and the promotion may be a big clue to the next campaign setting for its Dungeons & Dragons game. Speculation has swelled online recently about which classic D&D property would be turned into the next campaign setting for the latest edition of the pen-and-paper roleplaying game. An announcement of the shared world for 2010 is almost certain to come at Gen Con. Will it be Krynn, world of magical moons, accursed Death Knights, mischievous Kender and legendary Dragonlances? Some details about new Apple Store — and free T-shirts!June 12th, 2009, 10:01 am by Jayson Peters
The grand opening is at 6 p.m. The first 1,000 customers to visit the store will get a free, limited-edition souvenir T-shirt. The store, at 15279 N. Scottsdale Road just north of Greenway Parkway, will be Apple’s largest store in Arizona, and features a new design with more than double the dedicated service area of a standard location. This includes 50 feet of Genius Bar for personal tech support and advice. This will be the first Arizona Apple Store to feature the Pro Labs program, which offers free training on the company’s professional creative software for digital photography, music production and video editing. Devastation coming to Phoenix Convention CenterJune 9th, 2009, 3:48 pm by Jayson PetersFor reals. Devastation is the name of a gaming event, tournament and expo descending on the Phoenix Convention Center June 19-21. This is actually the event’s fifth year. It’s affiliated with the Big Boys & Their Toys expo, so you know it will be massive. What a lineup for Fathers Day weekend! Read the rest of this entry » Sci-fi/fantasy convention lands in Tempe for July 4 weekendJune 9th, 2009, 2:31 pm by Jayson Peters
Foster, who lives in Prescott, is a prolific writer whose credits include many original stories in addition to novelizations of films such as the first three Alien movies, Clash of the Titans, The Chronicles of Riddick, Transformers and this year’s Star Trek and Terminator Salvation. Lockwood worked as staff artist at Wizards of the Coast, where he illustrated cards for Magic: The Gathering and redefined the look of Dungeons & Dragons for the release of the game’s 3rd Edition in 2000. He lives in Washington state. Read the rest of this entry » D&D Delve Nights to be discontinued, retooledJune 5th, 2009, 10:42 pm by Jayson PetersWizards of the Coast is ending its D&D Delve Night organized gaming sessions after gathering feedback from those involved. The company says this month’s offering will be the last one for a while, and that a new program will take its place eventually. Read the rest of this entry »
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FiestaCon, a gathering of sci-fi and fantasy fans, starts today at the Tempe Mission Palms and runs through the weekend.
A bestselling author and award-winning science journalist will give a free lecture Friday night, July 3, at the Arizona Science Center in Phoenix.
Just announced: Special guests at this year’s San Diego Comic-Con include new Doctor Who series creator Russell T. Davies and the show’s lead actor, David Tennant (pictured). They will join former executive producer Julie Gardner and director Euros Lyn on a special panel on Saturday, 26 July, 10:00 am - 11:00 am.
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