EventDescriptionSlotRoomEquipmentPanelists
Anime and a 6-PackWhat's the best anime to watch when you're under the influence? What anime is watchable only after a 6 pack?Saturday 12AM-1AMMinnesota (Monica Harper)
Anime for BeginnersWhat is anime? Why is it popular? Why will I like it? Where can I get it? Find answers to these questions and more!Friday 9PM-10PMNebraska (Monica Harper)
Anime: Ask Dr Rin Saturday 12PM-1PMSouth DakotaComputer Projector, Projection Screen, Speakers 
  Saturday 1PM-2PMSouth DakotaComputer Projector, Projection Screen, Speakers 
Anime: Aura Battler Dunbine Friday 8PM-9PMSouth DakotaComputer Projector, Projection Screen, Speakers 
  Friday 9PM-10PMSouth DakotaComputer Projector, Projection Screen, Speakers 
Anime: Double Zeta Gundam Friday 12AM-1AMSouth DakotaComputer Projector, Projection Screen, Speakers 
Anime: Durarara Saturday 10AM-11AMSouth DakotaComputer Projector, Projection Screen, Speakers 
  Saturday 11AM-12PMSouth DakotaComputer Projector, Projection Screen, Speakers 
Anime: Element Hunters Saturday 2PM-3PMSouth DakotaComputer Projector, Projection Screen, Speakers 
  Saturday 3PM-4PMSouth DakotaComputer Projector, Projection Screen, Speakers 
Anime: Hanamaru Youchien Friday 4PM-5PMSouth DakotaComputer Projector, Projection Screen, Speakers 
  Friday 5PM-6PMSouth DakotaComputer Projector, Projection Screen, Speakers 
Anime: Kiddie Grade 2: Kiddy Girl-and Friday 10PM-11PMSouth DakotaComputer Projector, Projection Screen, Speakers 
  Friday 11PM-12AMSouth DakotaComputer Projector, Projection Screen, Speakers 
Anime: Legend of the Galactic Heroes Saturday 8PM-9PMSouth Dakota  
Anime: Lupin III: Green vs Red Sunday 2PM-3:30PMSouth DakotaComputer Projector, Projection Screen, Speakers 
  Sunday 3:30PM-4PMSouth DakotaComputer Projector, Projection Screen, Speakers 
Anime: Macross 7 Saturday 12AM-1AMSouth DakotaComputer Projector, Projection Screen, Speakers 
Anime: Miracle Train Sunday 10AM-11AMSouth DakotaComputer Projector, Projection Screen, Speakers 
  Sunday 11AM-12PMSouth DakotaComputer Projector, Projection Screen, Speakers 
Anime: Mobile Suit Gundam: The Gravity Front / 7:30 Mystery of the Arcadia Saturday 6PM-7PMSouth Dakota  
  Saturday 7PM-8PMSouth Dakota  
Anime: Motto Ojamajo Doremi Saturday 4PM-5PMSouth DakotaComputer Projector, Projection Screen, Speakers 
  Saturday 5PM-6PMSouth DakotaComputer Projector, Projection Screen, Speakers 
Anime: Sora no Woto Friday 6PM-7PMSouth DakotaComputer Projector, Projection Screen, Speakers 
  Friday 7PM-8PMSouth DakotaComputer Projector, Projection Screen, Speakers 
Anime: Space Battleship Yamato 2520 Saturday 11PM-12AMSouth DakotaProjection Screen, Computer Projector, Speakers 
Anime: The Galaxy Railways Saturday 9PM-10PMSouth DakotaComputer Projector, Projection Screen, Speakers 
  Saturday 10PM-11PMSouth DakotaComputer Projector, Projection Screen, Speakers 
Anime: Umi Monogatari Sunday 12PM-1PMSouth DakotaComputer Projector, Projection Screen, Speakers 
  Sunday 1PM-2PMSouth DakotaComputer Projector, Projection Screen, Speakers 
Art Auction (6:30)You love art and we have it! Bid on it and take the art work of your dreams home with you.Saturday 6PM-7PMBennigan's Room (Tadao Tomomatsu, Sallie Abba, Lyndsey Griffey)
  Saturday 7PM-8PMBennigan's Room (Tadao Tomomatsu, Sallie Abba, Lyndsey Griffey)
  Saturday 8PM-9PMBennigan's Room (Tadao Tomomatsu, Sallie Abba, Lyndsey Griffey)
Art auction tear-downTime to move everything back to the art show! Volunteers are needed!Saturday 9PM-10PMBennigan's Room (Sallie Abba, Heather McBride)
Art Show OpenThe art show is open for your viewing and purchasing pleasure!Friday 3PM-4PMWisconsin (Lyndsey Griffey, Sallie Abba)
  Friday 4PM-5PMWisconsin (Lyndsey Griffey, Sallie Abba)
  Friday 5PM-6PMWisconsin (Lyndsey Griffey, Sallie Abba)
  Saturday 10AM-11AMWisconsin (Lyndsey Griffey, Sallie Abba)
  Saturday 11AM-12PMWisconsin (Lyndsey Griffey, Sallie Abba)
  Saturday 12PM-1PMWisconsin (Lyndsey Griffey, Sallie Abba)
  Saturday 1PM-2PMWisconsin (Lyndsey Griffey, Sallie Abba)
  Saturday 2PM-3PMWisconsin (Lyndsey Griffey, Sallie Abba)
  Saturday 3PM-4PMWisconsin (Lyndsey Griffey, Sallie Abba)
  Saturday 4PM-5PMWisconsin (Lyndsey Griffey, Sallie Abba)
  Sunday 10AM-11AMWisconsin (Lyndsey Griffey, Sallie Abba)
  Sunday 11AM-12PMWisconsin (Lyndsey Griffey, Sallie Abba)
  Sunday 12PM-1PMWisconsin (Lyndsey Griffey, Sallie Abba)
  Sunday 1PM-2PMWisconsin (Lyndsey Griffey, Sallie Abba)
Art Show TourJoin our artist Guest of Honor Don Maitz, with help from our other attending artists, as they talk about Don's work and take a stroll through the art show discussing the art work present.Friday 9PM-10PMWisconsin (Sallie Abba, Don Maitz)
Arthur C Clarke Reading Saturday 1PM-2PMNebraska (Tadao Tomomatsu)
Artist Demo with Don MaitzCome watch the master at work as he prepares a piece that will be auctioned off for charity!Saturday 1PM-2PMOther 2 (Don Maitz)
  Saturday 2PM-3PMOther 2 (Don Maitz)
Artist Demo: Bill HodgsonWatch Bill as he creates another of his great works of art.Saturday 3PM-4PMMinnesota (Bill Hodgson)
  Saturday 4PM-5PMMinnesota (Bill Hodgson)
Astronomy and StargazingThis years astronomy panel will bring back the 4 horsemen of the Epoch-eclipse for an enlightening discussion of what is in the space above us. After the discussion the panel will adjourn to the outdoors for an observing session.Friday 11PM-12AMNebraskaProjection Screen, Overhead projector(Mitch Thompson, Lewis Hainlin, Larry Stevens, Brian Adams)
Beer Brewing Equipment: Essentials and OptionsA discussion of the equipment used in brewing beer at home. What works best, where can you find it, where can you improvise?Saturday 9PM-10PMMinnesota (Gregg Parmentier)
Blinkies Workshop Friday 3PM-4PMNebraskaTable 
  Friday 4PM-5PMNebraskaTable 
  Friday 5PM-6PMNebraskaTable 
  Friday 6PM-7PMNebraskaTable 
  Friday 7PM-8PMNebraskaTable 
  Saturday 7PM-8PMNebraska  
  Saturday 8PM-9PMNebraska  
  Saturday 9PM-10PMNebraska  
  Saturday 10PM-11PMNebraska  
  Saturday 11PM-12AMNebraska  
  Saturday 12AM-1AMNebraska  
  Sunday 9AM-10AMNebraska  
  Sunday 10AM-11AMNebraska  
  Sunday 11AM-12PMNebraska  
  Sunday 12PM-1PMNebraska  
  Sunday 1PM-2PMNebraska  
  Sunday 2PM-3:30PMNebraska  
  Sunday 3:30PM-4PMNebraska  
Blood DriveThe Blood Center of Central Iowa is back for another Blood Drive. The need for it continues to grow and this is our chance to Pay it Forward. You can view the eligibility requirements or signup to donate at the Iowa Blood Center. Walk ins are welcomed at the convention.Saturday 9AM-10AMBennigan's Room (Sheril Harper)
  Saturday 10AM-11AMBennigan's Room (Sheril Harper)
  Saturday 11AM-12PMBennigan's Room (Sheril Harper)
  Saturday 12PM-1PMBennigan's Room (Sheril Harper)
  Saturday 1PM-2PMBennigan's Room (Sheril Harper)
  Saturday 2PM-3PMBennigan's Room (Sheril Harper)
Blood Drive SetupSetup for the Blood Drive. Check the volunteer page!Saturday 8AM-9AMBennigan's Room (Sheril Harper)
Books vs Movies"But the book was better!" Ever hear that when you're trying to tell someone about your favorite new movie? This panel will discuss the good, the bad, and the ugly when it comes to translating a book to a movie, and even vice versa! Come represent your favorite side of the translation!Saturday 3PM-4PMNebraska (Stephen Zimmer)
Burlesqaraoke! (Garner's room)Join us for a great time of Burlesque Vaudeville mixed between fans singing karaoke. A baudy good time for all those 18 and over!Friday 10PM-11PMOther 2 (Denise Garner, John Garner)
  Friday 11PM-12AMOther 2 (Denise Garner, John Garner)
  Friday 12AM-1AMOther 2 (Denise Garner, John Garner)
Christmas In May SingalongLike to sing songs of Christmas, winter solstice, or dashing through the snow? Why wait until December? Come on in for a winter singalong!Sunday 12PM-1PMIndiana (Candy Anderson)
Closed for art auction setupTime to set up for the Art Auction! Check the volunteer page to help out!Saturday 5PM-6PMBennigan's Room (Sallie Abba, Heather McBride)
Closed for SetupSetting up for the show!Friday 6PM-7PMMain ProgrammingComputer Projector(Tammy Mohning, Tal Roth, Sheril Harper, Sallie Abba, Robert Cook, Rick Lancaster, Rachelle Hrubetz, Monica Harper, Megan Harper, Martin McClure, Mandi Struss, Lyndsey Griffey, Les Roth, Laurre Breman, Jon Mohning, Joe Struss, Greg Abba, Eric (the Punisher) McDonald, Bo3b Harper, Andy Wheeler, Alan Guile)
Closing CeremoniesWe wind down and introduce the concom for next year. Find out the winners of the various contests!Sunday 3:30PM-4PMMain Programming (Al Hohrmann, Andy Wheeler, Nicki Reed, Sallie Abba, Tammy Mohning)
Coloring and Stencils for All Ages!Get those bright colors flowing. Enjoy an hour of coloring and making your own pages to color!Sunday 10AM-11AMMinnesotaTable(Tammy Mohning)
Cosmology: Dark Matter and Dark EnergyWhat is this stuff? We know how much dark energy there is because we know how it affects the Universe's expansion. Other than that, it is a complete mystery. But it is an important mystery. Find out why!Friday 10PM-11PMMinnesota (BillJohn Johnson, Karl Schroeder)
DAGOBAH Surprise 25th Birthday PartyThe Davenport Area Gathering of Books and Humanoids is turning 25 and they want to celebrate with you! But shhh! It's a surprise.Saturday 3PM-4PMConsuite (Susan Leabhart)
Demicon Night at the Movies! Featuring MetropolisCome view the most complete version available, with the original musical score restored.Friday 9PM-10PMBennigan's RoomComputer Projector, Projection Screen, Speakers(Dave Reed)
  Friday 10PM-11PMBennigan's RoomComputer Projector, Projection Screen, Speakers(Dave Reed)
  Friday 11PM-12AMBennigan's RoomComputer Projector, Projection Screen, Speakers(Dave Reed)
Demicon SquaresYou take nine wise cracking DemiCon fhans, two contestants and a ringmaster what do you get? Why, our own version of DemiCon Squares. Join in the fun!Sunday 1PM-2PMMain Programming (Steve (Wookie) Huele, Mitch Thompson, Megan Harper, Mandi Struss, Gregg Parmentier, Eric Coleman, Denny Lynch, Bo3b Harper, Susan Stewart, Tadao Tomomatsu)
Denise's Tea PartyLook for the signs on the 5th floor!Saturday 10AM-11AMOther 1 (John Garner, Denise Garner)
  Saturday 11AM-12PMOther 1 (John Garner, Denise Garner)
Donjon game Saturday 2PM-3PMIllinois (Dave Reed)
  Saturday 3PM-4PMIllinois (Dave Reed)
  Saturday 4PM-5PMIllinois (Dave Reed)
  Saturday 5PM-6PMIllinois (Dave Reed)
Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Pirates...Get the low down on Pirates! We'll give pirates a good, hARRRd look from historical fact to myth and legend.Saturday 12PM-1PMNebraskaPower strip, Computer Projector, Projection Screen(Eric Oppen, Andy Wheeler, Al Hohrmann)
Family Filk - All Around the CampfireCampfire songs to warm the soul and prepare you for the daySaturday 10AM-11AMIndiana (Candy Anderson)
Fandango WorkshopGet ready for the convention by building your very own paper bag puppet, just like the ones in the Fandango commercials! Bring your newly created friend to Opening Ceremonies!Friday 4PM-5PMMinnesota (Andy Wheeler)
Fhannish Film FestivalRelax and enjoy short films from fhans. Entries will be judged and the winner will be presented at closing ceremonies.Saturday 3PM-4PMBennigan's RoomComputer Projector, Power strip, Projection Screen, Speakers(Bo3b Harper)
  Saturday 4PM-5PMBennigan's RoomComputer Projector, Power strip, Projection Screen, Speakers(Bo3b Harper)
Filthy FilkAn adults-only filk sing where the songs are bawdy and the times are merry!Friday 12AM-1AMIndiana (Candy Anderson)
GamingGame the night away! Or morning... or afternoon...Friday 6PM-7PMMichigan, Kansas  
  Friday 7PM-8PMMichigan, Kansas  
  Friday 8PM-9PMMichigan, Kansas  
  Friday 9PM-10PMMichigan, Kansas  
  Friday 10PM-11PMMichigan, Kansas  
  Friday 11PM-12AMMichigan, Kansas  
  Friday 12AM-1AMMichigan, Kansas  
  Saturday 8AM-9AMMichigan, Kansas  
  Saturday 9AM-10AMMichigan, Kansas  
  Saturday 10AM-11AMMichigan, Kansas  
  Saturday 11AM-12PMMichigan, Kansas  
  Saturday 12PM-1PMMichigan, Kansas  
  Saturday 1PM-2PMMichigan, Kansas  
  Saturday 2PM-3PMMichigan, Kansas  
  Saturday 3PM-4PMMichigan, Kansas  
  Saturday 4PM-5PMMichigan, Kansas  
  Saturday 5PM-6PMMichigan, Kansas  
  Saturday 6PM-7PMMichigan, Kansas  
  Saturday 7PM-8PMMichigan, Kansas  
  Saturday 8PM-9PMMichigan, Kansas  
  Saturday 9PM-10PMMichigan, Kansas  
  Saturday 10PM-11PMMichigan, Kansas  
  Saturday 11PM-12AMMichigan, Kansas  
  Saturday 12AM-1AMMichigan, Kansas  
  Sunday 8AM-9AMMichigan, Kansas  
  Sunday 9AM-10AMMichigan, Kansas  
  Sunday 10AM-11AMMichigan, Kansas  
  Sunday 11AM-12PMMichigan, Kansas  
  Sunday 12PM-1PMMichigan, Kansas  
  Sunday 1PM-2PMMichigan, Kansas  
Green Room Friday 6PM-7PMSalon D  
  Friday 7PM-8PMSalon D  
  Friday 8PM-9PMSalon D  
  Friday 9PM-10PMSalon D  
  Friday 10PM-11PMSalon D  
  Friday 11PM-12AMSalon D  
  Saturday 12PM-1PMSalon D  
  Saturday 1PM-2PMSalon D  
  Saturday 2PM-3PMSalon D  
  Saturday 7PM-8PMSalon D  
  Saturday 8PM-9PMSalon D  
  Saturday 9PM-10PMSalon D  
  Saturday 10PM-11PMSalon D  
Guest of Honor Q&AMeet the guests of honor and learn more about them than you ever thought possible!Saturday 4PM-5PMMain Programming (Tadao Tomomatsu, Rusty Hevelin, Karl Schroeder, Gregg Parmentier, Don Maitz)
Hall Costume ContestWander the halls and be judged! Look out for those ribbons!Friday 9PM-10PMOther 1 (Steve (Wookie) Huele, Myrna Parmentier, Monica Harper, Laurre Breman, Janny Wurts, Candy Anderson)
  Friday 10PM-11PMOther 1 (Steve (Wookie) Huele, Myrna Parmentier, Monica Harper, Laurre Breman, Janny Wurts, Candy Anderson)
  Friday 11PM-12AMOther 1 (Steve (Wookie) Huele, Myrna Parmentier, Monica Harper, Laurre Breman, Janny Wurts, Candy Anderson)
Hall Costume JudgingJudges only!Saturday 12PM-1PMMissouriProjection Screen, Laptop, Computer Projector(Myrna Parmentier, Monica Harper, Laurre Breman, Karl Schroeder, Janny Wurts, Gregg Parmentier, Don Maitz, Candy Anderson)
History of ArtFrom cave paintings to computer graphics, take a walk with Bill through the history of artFriday 10PM-11PMNebraskaProjection Screen, Computer Projector(Bill Hodgson)
How to Enjoy Your First Convention Friday 9PM-10PMMissouri (Rusty Hevelin, Erin McKee)
I want my AMV!Information about and appreciation of Anime Music Videos. Discussion, viewing, and general fun!Sunday 1PM-2PMMissouriComputer Projector, Laptop, Projection Screen, Speakers(Monica Harper)
Instant Filk Friday 11PM-12AMIndiana (Candy Anderson)
Intro to Fight ChoreographyWant to beat up your friends? Sure you do, everyone does! Join us for a look at how to plan and execute battles of epic proportions. Saturday 11AM-12PMMain Programming (Rob Lewis)
Iowa Writer's Forum12:00 - 1:00 p.m. Writing Careers: Getting started, creating your online presence, agents, publishing and advice. (Authors Heidi Cullinan, Adam Whitlatch, and Mary Winter) 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. Writing Science Fiction/Fantasy: Creating believable characters, settings, and plots. (Authors Lettie Prell, Adam Whitlatch, Mary Winter) 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. Writer's Groups: Iowa groups for writers, NaNoWriMo, and writing in a group setting. [Note: This session includes a writing workshop component]. (Members of the Central Iowa Authors and Sisters in Crime writing groups) Sunday 12PM-1PMBennigan's RoomProjection Screen, Power strip, Laptop, Computer Projector(Shirley Damsgaard, Mary Wilson, Lettie Prell, BillJohn Johnson, Adam Whitlatch)
  Sunday 1PM-2PMBennigan's RoomProjection Screen, Power strip, Laptop, Computer Projector(Shirley Damsgaard, Mary Wilson, Lettie Prell, BillJohn Johnson, Adam Whitlatch)
  Sunday 2PM-3:30PMBennigan's RoomProjection Screen, Power strip, Laptop, Computer Projector(Shirley Damsgaard, Mary Wilson, Lettie Prell, BillJohn Johnson, Adam Whitlatch)
Irish FilkDancing a jig is optional!Sunday 1PM-2PMIndiana (Candy Anderson)
It's All About the Bottom LineNo matter what else happens at a convention, it's all about keeping that bottom line from dipping too far into the red.Saturday 2PM-3PMNebraska (Gregg Parmentier)
Keeping Your Sanity While Running a ConIt's debatable whether Gregg still has his sanity, but he certainly has run a lot of cons!Friday 9PM-10PMMinnesota (Gregg Parmentier, Tadao Tomomatsu)
LARP: Pirates of ProvidencePirate gold, Rum, Parrots plus three men on a Dead Man's Chest equals one Dark Mystery... Live Action Role Playing, Demicon style!Saturday 1PM-2PMMissouri, Kansas (Joe Struss)
  Saturday 2PM-3PMMissouri, Kansas (Joe Struss)
  Saturday 3PM-4PMMissouri, Kansas (Joe Struss)
  Saturday 4PM-5PMMissouri, Kansas (Joe Struss)
Late Night BowlingLate Night BowlingFriday 3PM-4PMSalon DDVD Player(Alan Guile)
Lost to the CosmosWe have lost many from the Science Fiction Community this year. Take a journey through the lives of these inspirational people.Sunday 12PM-1PMMissouri (Bo3b Harper)
MasqueradeEnjoy the pageantry and splendor that is the Demicon Masquerade! Watch as all sorts of costumes parade across the stage.Saturday 8PM-9PMMain ProgrammingSpeakers, Projection Screen, Power strip, Computer Projector(Scott Corwin, Sandy Pettinger, Pierre Pettinger, Michelle Clark, Megan Harper, Les Roth, Denny Lynch, Dan Havens, Alan Guile, Sheril Harper)
Masquerade Mandatory Meeting at 12:30All contestants must attend to be in the masquerade!Saturday 12PM-1PMMain Programming (Scott Corwin, Megan Harper, Les Roth, Denny Lynch, Alan Guile)
Masquerade TechContestants practice for the evening festivities! Contestants will be assigned a time. Open to contestants and masquerade staff only.Saturday 1PM-2PMMain Programming (Scott Corwin, Megan Harper, Les Roth, Denny Lynch, Alan Guile)
  Saturday 2PM-3PMMain Programming (Scott Corwin, Megan Harper, Les Roth, Denny Lynch, Alan Guile)
Masquerade Video for ParticipantsFor those in the masquerade, get a change to watch the video of last night's masquerade!Sunday 11AM-12PMSalon DComputer Projector, Power strip, Projection Screen, Speakers(Megan Harper)
Masqurade SetupClosed, staff only!Saturday 7PM-8PMMain ProgrammingComputer Projector(Scott Corwin, Megan Harper, Les Roth, Denny Lynch, Alan Guile)
Midwest RobotsRobot building 101, with a discussion about materials, tools, and types of building.Sunday 2PM-3:30PMMissouriProjection Screen, Computer Projector 
Movie in the Youth Room Friday 9PM-10PMIllinoisDVD Player, TV(Spencer Reed)
  Friday 10PM-11PMIllinoisDVD Player, TV(Spencer Reed)
Movie in the Youth Room (2) Saturday 10PM-11PMIllinois  
  Saturday 11PM-12AMIllinois  
Music: Beth KindermanGeek FolkSaturday 2PM-3PMIndiana (Beth Kinderman)
Music: Brian BakerModern Folk and RockSaturday 12PM-1PMIndiana (Brian Baker)
Music: Celia Saturday 4PM-5PMIndiana  
Music: Eric ColemanSongwriter, singer, sarcasmFriday 10PM-11PMIndiana (Eric Coleman)
Music: Janny WurtzSpecial guest, author, and accomplished musician!Saturday 11AM-12PMIndiana (Janny Wurts)
Music: Orckes and TrollsMadcap folkFriday 9PM-10PMIndiana (Robert Uy)
Music: The Great Luke SkiContemporary filk, Dr Demento favorite!Saturday 3PM-4PMIndiana (Luke Ski)
My Personal X-Files Version 3Open forum for people to tell their stories of their brush with the paranormal or unexplained.Friday 12AM-1AMMinnesota (Robert Uy)
Nigel and Bridget SetupSetup only!Sunday 10AM-11AMMain Programming  
Open FilkBardic circle style filking, come sing the night away!Saturday 8PM-9PMIndiana (Candy Anderson)
  Saturday 9PM-10PMIndiana (Candy Anderson)
  Saturday 10PM-11PMIndiana (Candy Anderson)
Opening CeremoniesIntroduction of the guests, the reading of the rules Bruce, and TICC!Friday 7PM-8PMMain ProgrammingComputer Projector(Tammy Mohning, Tal Roth, Tadao Tomomatsu, Sheril Harper, Sallie Abba, Rusty Hevelin, Robert Cook, Rick Lancaster, Rachelle Hrubetz, Nicki Reed, Monica Harper, Megan Harper, Martin McClure, Mandi Struss, Lyndsey Griffey, Les Roth, Laurre Breman, Karl Schroeder, Jon Mohning, Joe Struss, Janny Wurts, Gregg Parmentier, Greg Abba, Eric (the Punisher) McDonald, Don Maitz, Dani Roth, Bo3b Harper, Andy Wheeler, Alan Guile, Al Hohrmann)
  Friday 8PM-9PMMain ProgrammingComputer Projector(Tammy Mohning, Tal Roth, Tadao Tomomatsu, Sheril Harper, Sallie Abba, Rusty Hevelin, Robert Cook, Rick Lancaster, Rachelle Hrubetz, Nicki Reed, Monica Harper, Megan Harper, Martin McClure, Mandi Struss, Lyndsey Griffey, Les Roth, Laurre Breman, Karl Schroeder, Jon Mohning, Joe Struss, Janny Wurts, Gregg Parmentier, Greg Abba, Eric (the Punisher) McDonald, Don Maitz, Dani Roth, Bo3b Harper, Andy Wheeler, Alan Guile, Al Hohrmann)
Paper Airplane WorkshopFold planes and make them fly! Open to kids of all ages!Saturday 12PM-1PMMinnesota (Tammy Mohning)
Pirate FilkThe name says it all!Saturday 7PM-8PMIndiana (Candy Anderson)
Pirates vs NinjasTHERE CAN BE ONLY ONE! Whether you love dressing in black and hiding in the shadows, or wenches and grog; show up and defend you honor…or lack thereof.Saturday 7PM-8PMMinnesota (Rob Lewis)
Post-Apocolyptic Survival GuideA fun look at how to survive after the world ends. Audience participation! Prizes!Saturday 6PM-7PMNebraska (Adam Whitlatch)
Previously on Lost...Come join in a discussion of Lost only days prior to its epic finale. How will it end? Has the series met your expectations thus far? And most importantly, how has Lost impacted the landscape of SF/F film and television in 2K10 and beyond? What has this series offered us in terms of new generic possibilities in the television realm?Saturday 10AM-11AMMain Programming (Megan Bygness)
Pro Signing and ChatThis is a gathering of authors, artists, and other people we admire. They will be here to sign books, answer questions, and make themselves available to their fans.Saturday 5PM-6PMMinnesota (Stephen Zimmer, Shirley Damsgaard, Lettie Prell, Janny Wurts, BillJohn Johnson, Adam Whitlatch)
Programmable MatterExplore the advances in research and application in such concepts as metamaterials, shape-changing molecules, complex fluids, scientific biology, and other mind-blowing subjects.Saturday 1PM-2PMMinnesota (Karl Schroeder, BillJohn Johnson)
Reading: Adam WhitlatchAdam Whitlatch readsFriday 11PM-12AMMissouri (Adam Whitlatch)
Reading: Janny WurtzJanny Wurtz shares some of her work!Saturday 9PM-10PMMissouri (Janny Wurts)
Reading: Lettie PrellLettie Prell reads from her workSaturday 11AM-12PMMinnesota (Lettie Prell)
Reading: Shirley DamsgaardShirley reads a selected workSaturday 10AM-11AMMinnesota (Shirley Damsgaard)
Reading: Steven ZimmerStephen keeps us spellbound with something from his own workSunday 11AM-12PMMinnesota (Stephen Zimmer)
Redneck Wine TastingHey y'all, drink this! Come on in and sample the finest fair y'all could ask fer! Only the best wines -- if y'all wanna call 'em that -- are gonna be sampled here! After all, the best wines come in screw top bottles!Saturday 4PM-5PMConsuite (Mike Anderson, Laurre Breman, Candy Anderson, Andy Wheeler)
Rum Ball RumbleIn this corner, a fine concoction of ingredients and the lightest of rum. In this corner, a darker treat for the serious sweet tooth. And now, let's get ready to RUMBLE!!!!!!! Bring your own rum balls and enter them in this competition that answers the question "Where has the rum gone?"Saturday 1PM-2PMConsuite (Sallie Abba, Diane Dunlap, Al Hohrmann, Susan Leabhart)
SCA DemoCome see the Society for Creative Anachronism perform a demonstration of combat, bravery, and fun!Saturday 3PM-4PMMain Programming  
SCA ProgrammingMore info to comeSunday 1PM-2PMMinnesota  
Sewing with Sheila: Beautiful HemsIn this class, we will learn how to make beautiful hems. Are your garment hems puckered or puffy? Find out when and how to use facings, hem tape or laces, and if you should interface. Do your rolled hems... keep rolling? Watch the demo!Saturday 10AM-11AMNebraska (Sheila Lenkman)
Sewing with Sheila: Budget EmbellishmentIn this class we will learn about budget embellishment. If you have the time to sew, but not the money to buy fancy trims, you need to sign up for this class. Find out how to make the most of that cheap trim from the clearance rack, or from fabric yardage you already have. How to do basic machine embroidery on any Zig Zag machine, even that old thing your aunt gave you! Combine appliqués with fancy stitching to make a plain costume really pop.Sunday 12PM-1PMIllinois (Sheila Lenkman)
  Sunday 1PM-2PMIllinois (Sheila Lenkman)
Sewing with Sheila: ClosuresThis class will focus on closures, and the many different kinds of hardware available today. From basic zippers to snaps, to specialty hooks and tapes. Learn how to cover your own snaps and buttons. Saturday 5PM-6PMNebraska (Sheila Lenkman)
SF Crafts Saturday 4PM-5PMNebraska (Judy Zajec, Ivy Gentry)
Shanties and Songs of the SeaSongs of the sea served many purposes. Some were sad longings for home, others bawdy accompaniment for the rum, and some were used to keep rhythm while hauling sails. This panel will review a little of the history of these musical relics, and give the audience a chance to listen and sing along.Saturday 8PM-9PMMinnesotaComputer Projector, Power strip, Projection Screen, Speakers(Andy Wheeler)
Space Pirate Opera Round Robin (11:30)Tag-team story-telling where one author takes up where the last one left off. Can our heroes survive a semi-coherent plot-line? Will begin after TICC After Dark.Saturday 11PM-12AMMain Programming (Shirley Damsgaard, Lettie Prell, Karl Schroeder, Janny Wurts, BillJohn Johnson)
Steampunk Zombie ApocolypseSo what WOULD you do to survive the zombies back in Victorian days?Saturday 12AM-1AMMissouri (Jared Randles)
Tales of the PublishedBe encouraged, enlightened, and generally entertained by the people who have made it through the seemingless endless fog of frustration and actually got something published!Saturday 2PM-3PMMinnesota (Stephen Zimmer, Shirley Damsgaard, Mary Wilson, Lettie Prell, Adam Whitlatch)
Talk Like a Pirate WorkshopCome learn how t' speak like a seafarin' hearty so ye be able to parlay durin' th' convention! This workshop will ha' ye shiverin' yer timbers afore no time!Friday 5PM-6PMMinnesotaProjection Screen, Computer Projector(Laurre Breman, Andy Wheeler)
Talk Like a Pirate Workshop - Saturday EditionThis is a repeat performance fer t' Saturday crowd, t' get ye ready fer t' LARP and room pARRties! Come learn how t' speak like a seafarin' hearty so ye be able to parlay durin' th' convention! This workshop will ha' ye shiverin' yer timbers afore no time!Saturday 6PM-7PMMissouriProjection Screen, Power strip, Computer Projector(Andy Wheeler)
The Amazing Adventures of Nigel and BridgetEnds at 12:30. Learn about this original work that combines your favorite Britcoms with the fantastic. Written by John Cisar and directed by the performers we will be given some idea of what goes into a production and a sampling of the script.Sunday 11AM-12PMMain Programming (Susan Gulbranson, Jolene Rice, John Cisar, Joe Gentzler, Eric Bench)
  Sunday 12PM-1PMMain Programming (Susan Gulbranson, Jolene Rice, John Cisar, Joe Gentzler, Eric Bench)
The Art of Don Maitz (the director's cut)Get the behind-the-scenes view of Don's artwork as he takes the audience through a tour of his art. Don will answer questions and provide rare insight on his thoughts, techniques, and inspiration.Saturday 10AM-11AMMissouriLaptop, Computer Projector, Projection Screen(Don Maitz)
The Politics of Climate ChangeThis is not a debate over whether climate change is happening, but rather a study of the politics and psychology that accompany it.Saturday 6PM-7PMMinnesota (Mitch Thompson, Karl Schroeder, BillJohn Johnson)
The Practical Guide to Marketing and Public RelationsThis is a must for small pres and self-published authors! There is a whole lot that can be done with little to no cost, and here is your chance to see the opportunities and strategies available.Sunday 12PM-1PMMinnesota (Stephen Zimmer)
The Vision of Arthur C ClarkeThe man seemed to know how things would turn out. He inspired countless things in our lives today, come find out what!Friday 11PM-12AMMinnesotaProjection Screen, Computer Projector(Andy Wheeler)
TICC After Dark ReduxIt's a mix of the Best of TICC After Dark, with a few new surprises!Saturday 10PM-11PMMain Programming (Tammy Mohning, Sheril Harper, Sallie Abba, Robert Cook, Rick Lancaster, Rachelle Hrubetz, Monica Harper, Megan Harper, Martin McClure, Mandi Struss, Lyndsey Griffey, Les Roth, Laurre Breman, Jon Mohning, Joe Struss, Greg Abba, Eric (the Punisher) McDonald, Diane Dunlap, Bo3b Harper, Andy Wheeler, Alan Guile)
TICC Setup and seating at 9:30Get ready for the much anticipated TICC After Dark Redux!Saturday 9PM-10PMMain Programming  
Tom Smith in concert (5:30)Tom Smith is a filk master! He is a fourteen-time winner of the Pegasus Award for excellence in filking and was inducted into the Filk Hall of Fame in 2005. Come hear what all the fuss is about!Saturday 5PM-6PMMain Programming (Tom Smith)
  Saturday 6PM-7PMMain Programming (Tom Smith)
Tribute to the Late Night HostAh, the late night host. Remember Vampira? Chuck Avery's Creature Feature? This is a tribute to them all!Saturday 11PM-12AMMinnesota (Bo3b Harper)
Venue DYour chance to shine!Friday 10PM-11PMMain ProgrammingMicrophone(Les Roth)
  Friday 11PM-12AMMain ProgrammingMicrophone(Les Roth)
Video Room3-7 Fri 9-3 Fri 9-3am SatFriday 3PM-4PMVideosComputer Projector, DVD Player, Power strip, Projection Screen 
  Friday 4PM-5PMVideosComputer Projector, DVD Player, Power strip, Projection Screen 
  Friday 5PM-6PMVideosComputer Projector, DVD Player, Power strip, Projection Screen 
  Friday 6PM-7PMVideosComputer Projector, DVD Player, Power strip, Projection Screen 
  Friday 9PM-10PMVideosComputer Projector, DVD Player, Power strip, Projection Screen 
  Friday 10PM-11PMVideosComputer Projector, DVD Player, Power strip, Projection Screen 
  Friday 11PM-12AMVideosComputer Projector, DVD Player, Power strip, Projection Screen 
  Saturday 9AM-10AMVideosComputer Projector, DVD Player, Power strip, Projection Screen 
  Saturday 10AM-11AMVideosComputer Projector, DVD Player, Power strip, Projection Screen 
  Saturday 11AM-12PMVideosComputer Projector, DVD Player, Power strip, Projection Screen 
  Saturday 12PM-1PMVideosComputer Projector, DVD Player, Power strip, Projection Screen 
  Saturday 1PM-2PMVideosComputer Projector, DVD Player, Power strip, Projection Screen 
  Saturday 2PM-3PMVideosComputer Projector, DVD Player, Power strip, Projection Screen 
  Saturday 3PM-4PMVideosComputer Projector, DVD Player, Power strip, Projection Screen 
  Saturday 4PM-5PMVideosComputer Projector, DVD Player, Power strip, Projection Screen 
  Saturday 5PM-6PMVideosComputer Projector, DVD Player, Power strip, Projection Screen 
  Saturday 6PM-7PMVideosComputer Projector, DVD Player, Power strip, Projection Screen 
  Saturday 7PM-8PMVideosComputer Projector, DVD Player, Power strip, Projection Screen 
  Saturday 8PM-9PMVideosComputer Projector, DVD Player, Power strip, Projection Screen 
  Saturday 9PM-10PMVideosComputer Projector, DVD Player, Power strip, Projection Screen 
  Saturday 10PM-11PMVideosComputer Projector, DVD Player, Power strip, Projection Screen 
  Saturday 11PM-12AMVideosComputer Projector, DVD Player, Power strip, Projection Screen 
  Saturday 12AM-1AMVideosComputer Projector, DVD Player, Power strip, Projection Screen 
Win, Lose, or Draw!DAGOBA is back with the Cruel Box to torment our artist as they draw and have the audience try to guess the movie, book or play.Sunday 2PM-3:30PMMain ProgrammingEasel and Paper, Markers(Susan Leabhart, John Garner, Erin McKee, Denise Garner)
Witches and Demons and Gods -- or Mayans!There is a draw to both writers and readers to incorporate myth and alternative religions into science fiction and fantasy. What wexactly is this draw?Friday 10PM-11PMMissouri (Stephen Zimmer, Shirley Damsgaard, Lettie Prell)
You Too can Write FilkThis workshop will take you through some basics on writing filk songsSaturday 11AM-12PMNebraska (Tom Smith, Robert Uy, Eric Oppen, Candy Anderson)
Youth RoomThis is a place where teens, pre-teens, and young'uns can hang out, discuss what's on their minds, play games, watch movies, whatever! It's not a daycare, though.Friday 7PM-8PMIllinoisDVD Player, TV(Spencer Reed)
  Friday 8PM-9PMIllinoisDVD Player, TV(Spencer Reed)
  Friday 11PM-12AMIllinoisDVD Player, TV(Spencer Reed)
  Saturday 8AM-9AMIllinoisDVD Player, TV(Spencer Reed)
  Saturday 9AM-10AMIllinoisDVD Player, TV(Spencer Reed)
  Saturday 10AM-11AMIllinoisDVD Player, TV(Spencer Reed)
  Saturday 11AM-12PMIllinoisDVD Player, TV(Spencer Reed)
  Saturday 12PM-1PMIllinoisDVD Player, TV(Spencer Reed)
  Saturday 1PM-2PMIllinoisDVD Player, TV(Spencer Reed)
  Saturday 6PM-7PMIllinoisDVD Player, TV(Spencer Reed)
  Saturday 7PM-8PMIllinoisDVD Player, TV(Spencer Reed)
  Saturday 8PM-9PMIllinoisDVD Player, TV(Spencer Reed)
  Saturday 9PM-10PMIllinoisDVD Player, TV(Spencer Reed)
YouTube: WTF???Come and see the dark, depraved, and downright weird side of YouTube...and get a good laugh while you’re at it!Saturday 5PM-6PMMissouriSpeakers, Projection Screen, Computer Projector(Rob Lewis)
Zombies pwn Your Anime!Zombies like to eat everything, including: magic girls, ninjas in training, and some types of mecha. Think your anime can stand up to the zombie horde? Then come and see.Saturday 11PM-12AMMissouri (Rob Lewis)


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