Arisia 2012 Pocket Program

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ARISIA 2012
O ve r v i ew
Fr i d a y
Saturday
Sunday
Monday
Par t i cip a n t
Schedules
Pocket
Program
HOTEL MAPS Mezzanine Level (3W)
Health
Club
Conference Level (3E)
Hotel Offices
Registration
Carlton
Locker Frost Program
Nexus
Room
Pool
Independence
Burroughs
Adams Alcott
Newsletter BulSign Shop finch
Douglas
III
II
Stone
Anime
Revere
Quincy
Business
Center
Webster
Video
Paine
Gift
Shop
I
Harbor Ballroom
Fast
Track
Gaming
Executive
Hale Boardroom
Otis
Films
Lewis
Fan Tables
Faneuil
Security Ops
Hancock
Griffin
Starbucks
Info
Desk
Lobby Level (2)
Birch Bar
City Bar
MJ O’Connor’s
Sauciety
Front Desk
Galleria Level (1E)
Concourse Level (1W)
A
B
E
Art Show
C
D
Grand Ballroom
B
C
LARP
Prefunction
A
Commonwealth
Ballroom
Dancing
Artists &
Authors’
Alley
Autograph
Space
Volunteers
Dealers Room
Con Suite
Teen Lounge
Crafty
Space
QUICK REFERENCE
Access/Handicapped Services
Lobby near elevators
Anime Room Stone (2)
Friday
6pm–11:30pm
Sat/Sun
9am–2am
Monday
9am–noon
Arisia TV
Channel 42
Movies, live ballroom events, etc.
SyFy on channel 12 (replacing Bloomberg)
Art Show
Galleria (1E)
Friday
6pm–9pm
10pm–11:30pmReception
Saturday
10am–7pm
Sunday
10am–2pm
4pm–6pm
Voice Auction
4pm–7pm
Sales Pickup
Monday
10am–2pm
Sales Pickup/Artist Checkout
Artists & Authors’ Alley
Galleria Foyer (1E)
Friday
4pm–9pm
Sat/Sun
10am–6:30pm
Monday
10am–3pm
Blood Drive with the Naughty Nurses
Friday
4pm–9pm
Sign-up
Saturday
9:30am–4pm Mass General Hospital
Sunday
10am–4pm
Children’s Hospital
Walk-ins welcome, but signing up in advance gets you a 30 minute guarantee.
Childcare/Turtle Track (2–6yr)
see Ops for room
Friday
5pm–6pm, 7pm–10pm
Sat/Sun
10am–Noon, 1pm–6pm, 7pm–10pm
Monday
9am–3pm
Coat Check
Concourse Level (1W)
Friday
3pm–1am
Sat/Sun
9am–1am
Monday
9am–2pm
Not responsible for items left after hours.
Con Suite
Galleria (1E)
24 hours Friday 3pm–Monday 3pm
(closed for cleaning as needed)
Dealers Room (no Dealers Row)
Galleria (1E)
Friday
5pm–9pm
Sat/Sun
10am–7pm
Monday
10am–3pm
Fan Tables
Harbor Ballroom Prefunction (3E)
Fri–Sun
10am–6pm
Fast Track (Children’s Program)
Harbor Ballroom I (3E)
Friday
4pm–7pm
Sat/Sun
8:30am–11:30am, 1pm–5:30pm (closed 4 lunch)
Monday
8:30am–1pm
Feedback/Problems/Complaints/Gripes/Suggestions/Accolades
Please fill out a feedback form at the Info Desk or Ops. Forms
will be presented at the Convention Feedback Sessions.
Filk (all night)
Griffin (3E)
Fri–Sun
9:30pm–late
Monday
after teardown
Films
Otis (2)
Friday
4pm–1:37am
Saturday
8am–9am, 5:30pm–1:30am
Sunday
8:30am–9:56am, 5:30pm–1:38am
Monday
9am–11am (audience choice vote 9am sharp)
Food Options
Hotel restaurants on Lobby level.
Lobby level concessions: Sat/Sun 11am–7pm
Starbucks (Lobby level): 24 hours (extended menu options)
Dinner Shuttle to Faneuil Hall: Fri–Sun 6pm–11pm
Stops in front of hotel and at Quincy Market across from
McDonalds. Last shuttle leaves Quincy Market 11pm.
Restaurant Guide (incl. delivery options) at Info Desk.
See also http://2012.arisia.org/food
QUICK REFERENCE Freebie Tables
Lobby near M.J. O’Connor’s
Gaming (open/scheduled)
Harbor Ballroom II (3E)
24 hours Friday 3pm–Monday 3pm
Hotels
Westin main number: 617-532-4600
Hilton main number: 617-568-6700
Embassy Suites main number: 617-567-5000
There is NO SHUTTLE to the overflow hotels.
See http://2012.arisia.org/OverflowHotels plus the Info Desk
Information Desk
Friday
Noon–11pm Sat/Sun
9am–9pm Monday
9am–1pm
Internet Access
Wireless Only
In Public areas – use ‘WestinBostonLobby’ (no password)
In Guest Rooms – Password: 74584
Lost and Found
go to Security in Faneuil (3W)
Go to Registration for lost badges.
Masquerade
Grand Ballroom AB (1W)
Saturday 8pm (doors open at 7pm)
Registration
Mezzanine near Douglas
Friday 4pm–9pm
Saturday 10am–1pm
Tech Rehearsals (Required)
Saturday 1pm–5pm
Green Room (adults)
Grand Ballroom DE (1W)
Green Room (Kamikaze Kids)
Grand Ballroom C (1W)
Saturday 6pm–end of show
Photo Sales, Ribbon & CD pickup
Masq Registration (3W)
Sunday Noon
Newsletter Office
Bulfinch (3W)
Submission boxes at Information Desk and Ops.
Deadlines: 6am (morning issue), 3pm (evening issue).
Operations (Con Ops)/Security
Faneuil (3W)
Hotel phone extension 4560 for Ops, 3034 for Security
Outside lines: 617-532-4938 for Ops, 617-532-4936 for Security
Parking—Hotel Garage
Self-parking $33/day, valet parking $43/day
Parking—Off Site
See Info Desk for a map of alternate parking locations.
See also http://2012.arisia.org/parking
Party Room Block
4th floor
Program Nexus
Frost (3W)
Friday
3pm–11pm
Sat/Sun
9am–8pm
Monday 9:30am–2pm
Hotel phone extension 3001
Registration
Mezzanine near escalator
Friday
3pm–11pm ($20)
Saturday
9am–8pm ($40)
Sunday
9am–8pm ($30)
Monday
9:30am–2pm ($10)
Lost badges $5 (once only, after that full price)
Sales (Arisia Official Sales T-shirts)
Online only
http://2012.arisia.org/ShirtsNSwag to order.
Pre-ordered shirts in Dealers Room at The Dragon’s Lair
Swimming Pool
Mezzanine Level
Fri–Mon
7am–3am (special convention hours)
Teen Lounge
Galleria (1E)
24 Hours Friday 3pm–Monday 3pm
Video Room Webster (2)
24 Hours Friday 4pm–Monday 2pm
Volunteer Lounge
Galleria (1E)
Friday
12am–9pm
Sat/Sun
9am–9pm
Monday
9am–3pm
Hotel phone extension 1270, 617-532-1270
FEATURED PANELS & EVENTS
FRIDAY
20 5:30pm Tell the Truth
Hancock (2)
Non-fiction comics, with GOH Gareth Hinds and others.
29 6:00pm Air-Pirate Combat!
Grand AB (1W)
A demonstration of techniques.
43 7:00pm Reclaiming the Blade
Harbor III (3E)
Showing of the film Reclaiming the Blade, followed by Q&A.
50 7:00pm Contra Dance
Commonwealth (1W)
60 8:00pm Nauticon Dance Party
Grand AB (1W)
Pirate-themed dance from our friends in P-town.
64 8:30pm Circlet Press 20th Anniversary
Douglas (3W)
The world’s only erotic SF/F book publisher.
65 8:30pm Phil and Kaja Foglio Reading
Burroughs (3E)
An unpublished chapter from Girl Genius.
77 9:00pm Double Apex Techno Contra Commonwealth (1W)
86 10:00pm Drum and Dance
Harbor Ballroom III (3E)
93 10:00pm Red Shift
Grand AB (1W)
“Beyond the Edge of Beyond”—live radio theater performance.
96 10:10pm The General (Silent Movie)
Otis (2)
The first stunt film ever made. With live organ accompaniment.
110 12:00am Rocky Horror Picture Show
Grand AB (1W)
With the Teseracte Players, rated R.
111 12:00am Dance with DJ Pet
Commonwealth (1W)
SATURDAY
155 10:00am Judging a Book By Its Cover
Revere (2)
The use of cover art, with GoH Gareth Hinds and others.
174 11:30am Fantasy Before Fantasy, SF Before SF Griffin (3E)
Classic works that have become the foundation of SF/F.
194 1:00pm Inside Studio Foglio
Burroughs (3E)
Phil and Kaja behind the scenes.
211 1:00pm Monster Mash
Crafty Space (1E)
Play Dr. Frankenstein with cute fluffy stuffed animals.
219 2:00pm Psyche Corporation
Commonwealth (1W)
Dark fairytale cyperpunk concert.
228 2:30pm Ig Nobel Prizes
Lewis (3E)
Prize-winning improbably research.
242 2:30pm To Serve Man, er, Stormtrooper
Con Suite (1E)
Arisia Jedis participate in ritual cake slaughter.
254 4:00pm Gareth Hinds: Work & CommentaryBurroughs (3E)
257 4:00pm Planetary Penetration
Lewis (3E)
Drilling for signs of life on Mars, with NASA’s Brian Glass.
270 4:00pm Napoleonic Fantasy Ball
Commonwealth (1W)
Traditional period dance.
284 5:30pm Devo Spice
Harbor III (3E)
Nerdcore comedy music.
310 7:00pm Hula Hoop and Dance Jam Commonwealth (1W)
317 8:00pm Sassafrass & Stranger Ways
Harbor III (3E)
A-cappella filk meets dark modern folk.
319 8:00pm The Masquerade
Grand AB (1W)
That costume thing.
~9:30pm“The Capture”
Grand AB (1W)
Masquerade Halftime—A humorous dramatic reading/slideshow
written by Robert Asprin and illustrated by Phil Foglio, tells the
story of an SF convention aboard a cruise ship in the Bermuda
Triangle that is abducted by aliens. Nomimated for the 1976
Dramatic Presentation Hugo, Phil and friends toured the country
performing this at conventions to the delight of many fans. First
performance in Boston in 25 years.
358 11:30pm Dance with DJ Johnny Zed Commonwealth (1W)
361 12:00am REPO: The Genetic Opera
Grand AB (1W)
With the Teseracte Players, rated R.
FEATURED PANELS & EVENTS SUNDAY
412 11:00am Devo Spice
Harbor III (3E)
More from the red-headed white guy singing comedy music!
439 12:30pm Songs of Myth and Magic
Harbor III (3E)
American pagan artist Kellianna performing song and chant.
460 1:00pm Q&A with Phil and Kaja Foglio
Grand AB (1W)
461 1:00pm Disco Line Dancing
Commonwealth (1W)
479 2:30pm Tea with GOHs & Special Guests Harbor III (3E)
485 2:30pm Cross-Step Waltz (intro)
Commonwealth (1W)
491 3:00pm Belly Dance Show
Grand AB (1W)
511 4:00pm Play Poker with Phil Foglio
Grand C (1W)
512 4:00pm Cross-Step Waltz (advanced) Commonwealth (1W)
526 5:30pm Building the Perfect Beast
Hancock (2)
How-to’s of comic creation, with GoH Gareth Hinds and others.
531 5:30pm Belly Dance Class
Commonwealth (1W)
537 6:00pm Professor Sebastian’s
Traveling Heterodyne Show
Grand AB (1W)
World premiere of “The Race to the West Pole”.
554 7:00pm Does Anyone Here Know
How to Madison?
Commonwealth (1W)
Learn this easy 1960s line dance.
557 8:00pm More Songs of Myth and Magic
Harbor III (3E)
With Kellianna.
574 9:00pm Girl Genius Grand Ball
Commonwealth (1W)
Come dance! Includes some favorite Austro-Hungarian pieces.
569 8:30pm Women in Gaming
Paine (2)
A discussion including GOH Kaja Foglio and others.
583 10:00pm Martian Croquet
Harbor III (3E)
589 10:00pm Nightmare Before Christmas
Grand AB (1W)
With the Teseracte Players.
599 12:00am Dr. Horrible’s Sing-a-long Blog
Grand AB (1W)
602 1:00am Buffy the Vampire Slayer Sing-AlongGrand AB (1W)
MONDAY
636 10:00am Painted Miniatures Contest
Paine (2)
Vote for the best miniatures, awards presented by Gareth Hinds.
Arisia would like to thank Amanda Oakleaf Cakes (oakleafcakes.com) for the incredible life-sized Stormtrooper Cake.
This is the first time they’ve created the Stormtrooper Cake.
Previously they’ve been known for their R2D2 Cake.
The cake will be set up Friday evening. Arisia Jedi Warriors
will participate in a ritual cake slaughter on Saturday at
2:30pm in the Con Suite.
SCHEDULE BY AREA
Anime
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40
67
85
92
115
121
144
156
178
197
239
256
268
283
305
326
339
346
365
373
376
394
413
474
490
500
549
573
579
605
613
630
639
648
666
The Super Robots
Viewing Anime Online
Religious Icons in the World of Anime
Intro to Anime’s Adult Forms—Hentai, Yaoi
Vampires Do Not Sparkle (Or Do They?)
Various Hentai
Phenomenon of CLAMP
What Anime is New Now?
Anime Comedy
What Every Parent Should Know About Anime
Asian Ball-Jointed Dolls
Kaiju Big Battel: Shocking Truth
The Ultimate Fullmetal Alchemist Fan Panel
Space Opera
Anime for Kids
Man-in-the-Machine Anime
Visual Kei Theatre 2012
Yin and Yang: Yuri and Yaoi
Space Jazz and Shogun Hip Hop
Anime Horror
Revolutionary Girl Utena: The Movie
Case Closed Double Feature
The Leiji-verse
Genshiken Vol. 1
History in Japanese Anime and Manga
Real, Real Steel or the Real Robot Genre
Anime as Art
Surviving an Anime Con
Anime Fantasy
Anime Cons: Behind the Scenes
Various Hentai
Ah! My Goddess Vol. 1
Manga’s Great Apocalypses
Dragonball Z Kai
Manga—Is It Dying?
Back in MY Day… Anime
ArisiaTV
1
7
30
56
74
95
99
114
116
118
122
124
135
164
185
212
249
274
297
312
320
350
359
364
366
368
369
371
374
386
411
415
436
Allegro Non Troppo
Helvetica
The 7 Faces of Dr. Lao
Mythbusters—Steam Gun
The War of the Worlds
Red Shift in “Beyond the Edge of Beyond” (live)
Underworld
Death Race 2000
Cat-Women of the Moon
Attach of the Killer Tomatos
Nova: Newton’s Dark Secrets
Saturday Morning Cartoons
Daffy Duck’s Quackbusters
The Cat Returns
Them
Hogfather (part 1)
The Astro Zombies
Hogfather (part 2)
Mythbusters—Hot Water Heater
Rocky & Bullwinkle
Masquerade (live)
Manager’s Choice
Masquerade Replay
Neverwhere (part 1)
Neverwhere (part 2)
Neverwhere (part 3)
The Brothers Grimm
A Day at the Races
Sunday Morning Cartoons
Yellow Submarine
Why Man Creates
Rocky & Bullwinkle
Masquerade Replay
SCHEDULE BY AREA 465
492
516
534
556
590
592
600
604
607
608
609
611
614
615
623
642
659
671
Helvetica
Belly Dance Show (live)
Rocky & Bullwinkle
Logan’s Run
Journey to the Center of the Earth
Blackadder—Back and Forth
The Lost Boys
The Beast From 20000 Fathoms
Cat-Women of the Moon
Neverwhere (part 4)
Neverwhere (part 5)
Neverwhere (part 6)
Sleeper
The Indian
Monday Morning Cartoons
The Brothers Grimm
A Day at the Races
Mythbusters—Disposable Lighters
The Way Things Go
Art
94
155
179
181
189
203
222
240
253
280
282
391
429
445
462
464
470
505
513
517
Art Show Reception
Judging a Book By Its Cover
Incorporating Photography into Art
Dueling Easels
Tactile Tour of Art Show
Attaching This to That
From Concept to Completion
Framing Tour of the Art Show
Art as Business
SF Spaceship Design for Artists
Manga & Anime Art Workshop
Aliens in 20th Century Science Fiction Art
SF/Fantasy Pictionary
Figure Drawing Workshop – Models in Costume
Art Show Docent Tour with Gareth Hinds
Watercolor and Pen & Ink Workshop
Making Art on Commission
Copyright/Trademark 101
Art Show Auction
3D Art & Sculpture
Autograph
162
183
210
241
271
290
311
331
408
434
463
486
514
532
Autograph—Kelner, & Kirschbaum
Autograph—Hunt & Peeler
Autograph—Eldredge & Martin
Autograph—Friesner & Longyear
Autograph—Doyle & Kimmel
Autograph—Macdonald, Sawicki & Wooldridge
Autograph—Pinto & Tan
Autograph—Dr. Chris & Stallman
Autograph—Popkes, Sakers & Vanderhoof
Autograph—Brennan, Fishbone, & Limoncelli
Autograph—Lieder, Linzner, & Smith
Autograph—Kane & Kaynak
Autograph—Hinds (4–4:30), Ewing & Long-Ewing
Autograph—Letersky & Sklar
Comics
20
44
70
151
177
224
234
263
285
306
401
425
454
Tell the Truth: Non-Fiction Comics
Elseworlds and What Ifs
Batman Through the Ages
I’m Just Wild about Kirby
Webcomics 101
Comics Reading
The DC Reboot
Female Fandom in Comics
Comics: Not How You Start, But How You Finish!
Race, Gender & Disability Politics in Comics
The Best Young-Adult and Children’s Comics
No Capes! Non-Superhero Comics
Wonder Woman
SCHEDULE BY AREA
480
526
548
651
667
Creating Minicomics
Building the Perfect Beast: How Comics Get Made
How to Write a Comic
The History of Comics
Marketing Independent Comics
Communities
63
80
87
100
104
127
138
176
198
252
279
299
322
341
354
355
377
388
426
447
471
494
520
542
546
560
562
582
597
652
663
679
BDSM 101: A Beginner’s Guide
BDSM 201: Hurting the Ones You Love
The Nature of Gender: Past, Present & Future
Sacred Sexuality
Fun With Rope
Geeky Play Date
Online Privacy for Kids
Poly 101: An Introduction
Magickal Traditions: A Review
Alternative Lifestyles and Fandom
Sexual Harassment and Assault in Fandom
Poly 201: Theory and Practice
Getting Started in the Public BDSM Scene
Negotiation and BDSM
Home Depot in the Bedroom
Non-Monogamy: A Diverse Set of Options
Geeky Play Date
DIY and Fandom
Homeschooling: An Alternative Education
Being a Sex-Positive Parent
Disability and Fandom
Poly 279: Poly Parenting
Coming Out
Flirt Like a Pro!
Building a Poly Home
Your Kink is OK!
Poly in Sci-Fi
Religion and Kink
Bootblacking 101
Self-Objectification and the Geeky Girl
Alternative Activism
Co-Housing: Beyond the Commune
Costuming
13
37
69
83
141
143
166
173
195
208
225
255
309
319
333
421
444
498
521
543
566
574
628
647
664
Corsets, Hoops, & Other Undergarments
Hall Costumes: Everyday Wear for Conventions
Wigs for Costuming
Costume Failures, Horror Stories, and Lessons
Surviving Your First Masquerade
Fabric Dyeing
Working with Tech
Fashion Throughout History
Modifying, Making, and Using Sewing Patterns
Masquerade Rehearsal
Steampunk and Costuming
Helpful Sewing References and Resources
Masquerade Doors Open
Masquerade
Tactile Tour: Masquerade
Getting Ideas for Costumes and Presentations
Costuming on the Cheap
Northern Lights Costumers’ Guild Meet-up
Judging and Being Judged in Costume Contests
Costume Presentation: Is Humor Always Best?
Costume and Costuming Space
Girl Genius Grand Ball
What is Cosplay?
Costuming & Body Type: How to Hide/Accentuate
Costume Weathering
Crafting
51
163
175
184
Learn to Make Fabric Flowers
Crochet & Knitting Basics
Make a Byzantine Bracelet
Scale Spaceship Modeling Workshop
SCHEDULE BY AREA 211
272
291
409
423
435
487
533
629
640
655
Monster Mash
Book Creation Workshop
Crafts for Adults: Working with Clay
Ladies’ and Gentlemen’s Sewing Circle
Painting and Costuming for Dolls
Handmade Faerie Wings
Mail ‘n’ Flail
Stitch ‘n’ Bitch
Beginning Chainmail
Collaging with Found Objects
Making Stained Glass
Events
29
32
43
50
60
77
93
110
111
131
150
158
160
167
190
216
219
233
242
250
270
273
284
310
317
358
361
382
406
412
414
431
439
461
479
485
491
511
512
525
531
537
554
557
572
583
589
599
602
617
Air-Pirate Combat!
Viking Fighting Moves: Fiction vs Fact
“Reclaiming the Blade” and Q&A
Contra Dance
Nauticon Dance Party
Double Apex Techno Contra
Red Shift in “Beyond the Edge of Beyond”
The Rocky Horror Picture Show: Rated R
DJ Pet presents…Just Dance!
Dubstep Yoga
Walk the Labyrinth
Blood Drive
Massachusetts Bay Colony 1630 Pike Drill
A Roman Legion: Legio III Cyrenaica
The Martial Arts of A Game of Thrones
A Gaslamp Grand Assault of Arms
Psyche Corporation
The Cutting Truth of Medieval Swords
To Serve Man, er, Stormtrooper
Free Fencing
Napoleonic Fantasy Ball
Social Change and Con Safety for Teens
An Hour with Devo Spice
Hoop and Dance Jam
Sassafrass & Stranger Ways Concert
DJ Johnny Zed’s Saturday Night Dance
REPO: The Genetic Opera: Rated R
Dubstep Yoga
Blood Drive
Another Hour with Devo Spice
Lightsaber Combat of the Sword Masters
Salem Zouaves: Civil War Bayonet Drill
Songs of Myth and Magic
Disco Line Dancing
Tea with Special Guests
Cross-Step Waltz for Dummies
Belly Dance Show
Play Poker for a Good Cause, with Phil Foglio
Cross-Step Waltz for Experienced folk
Grappling at the Sword
Belly Dance Class
Professor Sebastian’s Traveling Heterodyne Show
Does Anyone Here Know How to Madison?
More Songs of Myth and Magic
The Martial Arts of “Girl Genius”
Martian Croquet: A Steampunk Diversion
The Nightmare Before Christmas: Rated PG
Dr. Horrible’s Sing-a-long Blog: Rated PG-13
Buffy: The Vampire Slayer Sing-Along
Dubstep Yoga
Fan Interest
15
21
23
35
48
72
73
I Married A Mundane
SF/F, Prior Art, and Patents
Con-Going 101: Planning, Budgeting, & Surviving
Introduction to Arisia
What Makes a Good Panel
Convention Feedback 1
Paneling 101: A Primer
10
SCHEDULE BY AREA
82
91
107
140
159
207
235
238
289
301
308
330
338
345
351
357
381
390
392
405
420
443
455
458
481
484
508
509
529
551
571
584
588
598
637
638
653
654
670
676
677
680
681
682
Victorian Age Science in Steampunk
Issues in Modern Mad Science
The Vampire Zone
Harry Potter in the Future
Stretch like a Shaolin: Kung-Fu Morning Warm-Up
Army of Davids: The Role of New Media
Science in Politics
Video Production and Distribution
The Legacy of Steve Jobs
The Autism Spectrum
Humor in SF/F
Social Media
The Mind of the Nerd: Psychology and Fandom
For the Love of the Geek
Burlesque!
Being a Morning Person in Nocturnal Fandom
Disaster Preparedness for Fans
The Hugo Awards: An Introduction
What is the Society for Creative Anachronism?
Steampunk: Boom or Bust?
Arisia Lightning Talks
Meet the Worldcon Bids
Copyright, Satire, and the Public Domain
The Future of School
Harry Potter, My Love for You Will Never Die
Punday!
Arisia Corporate Meeting
How the Political Process Works—and Doesn’t
The Future of Religion
Fan Etiquette: How Not to Be That Fan
Is There Anything Verboten Left?
The Law, Risk Assessment, and Fun
Boston in SF/F
Collaborating Couples
Attending a Con with Kids
The Lighter Side of Adventure
The Future of Old Age
Science Fiction as Mainstream Meme
The Relevance of Livejournal
Why not 1812?
The Dark Lords
Fast Track
2
3
17
18
19
128
129
130
145
146
147
148
199
200
201
229
230
231
232
258
259
260
261
378
379
395
396
Friday Night Open Coloring
Days of Lighting Balloon Car Rally
Classic Playground Games
Days of Thunder Balloon Car Rally
Apples to Apples Junior
Mask Making
Starting out with the Sword
Yarn Works (Basics)
Play with Clay
All About Poi
Kamikaze Costuming
Drawing Manga for Beginners
Steampunk Make and Takes
Magic Show Part 1
Short Story Contest!
Little Homes
Magic Show Part 2
Reading By Greg Fishbone
Caricatures
Mad Science!
Nerf Gun War
Dern Grim Bedtime Tales
Create Your Own Alien!
The Cutting Truth (Jr.)
Trash to Treasure!
Creepy Crawlies Time!
SCHEDULE BY AREA 11
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398
448
449
450
451
475
476
477
478
501
502
503
504
618
619
620
631
632
633
649
650
RoboBattlePets
Origami Fun
Paper Rockets
I’ve Got All the Balls in the Air, Now What?
What are Your Favorites to Read?
Duct Tape Roses
Make a Catnip Mouse
Swords and Combat from Steam to Space
Annie McGwire and the Time Flyer
Quilting Basics
Gum Drops and Castles!
Flying High with Paper
The Hobbit
The Black Box
Pirate Time!
The Pointy End Goes in the Other Guy
Cartooning & Comic Creating
Dungeon and Mazes
Coffee Filter Flowers
Monday Open Coloring
Spoon-A-Pults
Improv Theater Games For Kids
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Computers, Tools for People
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World Population
Astonishing X-Men: Gifted
The Signal
Captain America: The First Avenger
Future Shock
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The General (Silent Movie)
Tucker and Dale vs. Evil
Adventures of Johnny Tao
Soylent Green
Avatar Exile
Battle Planet
Dead Space: Aftermath
Gene-Fusion
Somebody’s Hero
The Jetsons
Abbott & Costello Go to Mars
Shorts: Green Arrow, Spectre
The Infinite Worlds of H. G. Wells
Frank Frazetta: Painting with Fire
George R.R. Martin’s Doorways
Adam Adamant Lives
Trip To The Moon
The Dish
Black Lightning
Source Code
Inception
Frames of Reference
Space Battleship Yamato
Star Babe
Vampire Girl vs. Frankenstein Girl
Trouble in Mind
The Final Countdown
Camille
Tommy Tricker and the Stamp Traveller
Gamera The Invincible
Asterix & The Vikings
My Sarah Jane & Final Episodes
Mrs Peppercorn’s Magical Reading Room
The Anachronism & Timothy
Gilbert & Sullivan’s Steampunk Operetta
Johnny and the Bomb
This Week on Brit TV
Father of the Space Age
La Jetée
The Road
Terry Pratchett—Choosing to Die
Trailer Park
Once Upon A Warrior
Trailer Park
Beyond the Solar System
Starhyke Marathon
The Black Hole: Special Extra-Bad Film
The Apple
Interceptor
RoboGeisha
Glenn the Flying Robot
Moon Zero Two
Audience Choice Film
The Great Ghost Rescue
Green Lantern: Emerald Knights
Even More Coming Attractions
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Inside Studio Foglio
Gareth Hinds: Work and Commentary
Q & A with Phil and Kaja Foglio
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Just a Quick Game?
Introduction to LARPing
Party Origin Stories
Music in LARPs and Tabletop
Gender and Video Games
How to Design a Fun Roleplaying Adventure
City Design—Ancient and Modern
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Designing A Memorable Role-Playing Character
RPG Gaming: Rails vs. Sandbox
Improvisation and Role-Playing
Death of PC Gaming May Be Greatly Exaggerated
GM Helpline
Ending the Epic
Great Games without the M Rating
Beyond the Controller
Introduction to Tabletop Roleplaying
Miniatures in Gaming: Painting Tips & Techniques
Technology and the GM
Women in Gaming
What Makes a Game “Classic”?
StarCraft!
Painted Miniatures Contest
The Plight of the Older Gamer
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Mr. Bubbles
Glory To Rome
Friday Evening Magic Booster Draft
Martian Rails
Reach For The Stars
Bad Pennies OWoD
Blackjack
Munchkin
Encore
Breaking the Cycle
LARP Nexus Elements I
Maple City Chronicles I
Cthulhu over Filmland
Mr. Bubbles
Tomb of Horrors
Battlestar Galactica
Heroes of Degustia
The Patriot Incident
My Little Pony RPG: Best Night Ever
The Revolution Job
Saturday Afternoon Sealed Magic
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Catching the Axeman
Game of Thrones
Mousquetaires du Roy
Convoy!
Airship Bonanza
Breaking the Cycle
Castle Heterodyne
Jedi Blackbird RPG
Blackjack Tournament
7 Wonders
A Visit to Deadlyland
Munchkin Brawl
Saturday Evening Booster Draft Magic
Zombi-thulu
Down Around the Bend
Savage Wild Pennsylvania
LARP Nexus Elements II
Maple City Chronicles II
Distress Call
Savage Wild Pennsylvania
Illuminati
The Dead of the Night
The Secret of the Chimera
Grueling Game Tournament
Sunday Afternoon Sealed Magic
Circus Maximus
Cthulhu Over Filmland
Airship Bonanza
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Collateral Damage
Maple City Chronicles III
Frag Gold
Ranking
Monday Magic Draft
Stone Age
Red Dragon Inn
Literature
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Gender Limitations in SF/F
Schools for Magicians
Reading SF/F to Your Kids
Parapsychology in Genre Fiction
The Heinlein Juveniles
The Exiled Character
Interstitial Fiction: Dancing Between Genres
Asimov vs. Heinlein: Which Future?
When Series Jump the Dragon
Eye of Argon Reading
Can You Like Literary SF Without Being a Snob?
So, What’s New?
Language & Linguistics in SF/F
Fantasy Before Fantasy, SF Before SF
Our Grim Meat-Hook Future
Fantasy and Horror in Shakespeare
Winter Is Coming
Anne McCaffrey Memorial Panel
How Not To Suppress Women’s Writing
SF vs. the Body
Death Personified
Mud and Blood: The Grittier Side of Fantasy
Politics in Science Fiction
The Moral Aesthetics of Steampunk
Traditional Stories, Modern Audiences
Myth and Folklore in Fantasy
Speculative Poetry Slam
Diana Wynne Jones: In Memoriam
A “Self” or “No Self?” Neuroscience in SF
Food Communicating Culture in Literature
“But That’s Not Science Fiction, Is It?”
Disabilities in Science Fiction
Aboard All That Glitters:Foglio’s Illegal Aliens
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Ethics of Science Fiction
Consistent Magic Systems in Fantasy
“No Sh*t, There I Was!”: Oral Storytelling
New Worlds of YA
Queer SF&F
Among the Ruins
Setting as Character
It’s Only a Game
Baby Vamps: The New World of Teen Vampires
Mainstream Fiction for Fen
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E.T. at 30
The Future of Bioethics as Portrayed in Film
SF and Horror: Where Do You Draw the Line?
A Game of Thrones
More Terrible SF/F Movies We Love
Avatar: The Last Airbender
The Movie Year in Review
Monsters in Motion: Ray Harryhausen at Work
Films by Robert Houllahan
Is Glee Fantasy?
If You Liked Part 1…
Filmation Studios
10 Years of Smallville
Kolchak the Night Stalker
The Who, the Whole Who, and Nothing but the Who
TV Year in Review
Jack Arnold at 100
On The Fringe
Marshall McLuhan Centennial
Harry Potter: The Films
Doctor Who Companions
Guilty Pleasures
Marvel Movies
Star Wars at 35
The Many Faces of Frankenstein
MST3K The Panel
The Alien as Metaphor
Snag It, Bag It, and Tag It
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Unmoderated Open Filk
Chantey Sing
Filk 101 Song Circle
Mad Science Song Circle
Concert: The Proper Ladies
Pick, Pass, Play Open Filk cont.
Braiding Voices: Singing Rounds & Related Forms
Alice “Badger” Washburn Memorial Filk Sing
Rousing Chorus Songs
Funniest Songs Sing-Along
Singing for Non-Singers
Good Story Songs
Delsarte Technique: Victorian Oratory
Bawdy Song Circle
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Skin Horse Sing-Along
Dead Dog Open Filk
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Reading: Linzner, Macdonald, & Sakers
Reading: Nelson, Silva, & Taaffe
Reading: Costello, Gilman, & Martin
Reading: Brusso, Marchand, & Wilson
Reading: Cambias, Freedman & Sklar
Reading: Dawn, Feinman, & Sawicki
UnCONventional Rapid-Fire Reading
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Reading: D’Entremont & Peeler
Reading: Amidon, Lieder, & Sandel
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Sky Searching
Forests & Trees: How the Asperger’s Brain Thinks
The 100-Year Starship Study
Panel in the Pool
Improbable Research and the Ig Nobel Prizes
Planetary Penetration: Drilling for Mars Life
Forensic Science and the Courts
Evolution Beyond Biology
One Way to Mars
The Race to the Moon
The Role of Albedo in Climate Change
2,326 Worlds And Counting
The Generation and Utilization of Steam
Intelligent Design: Debunked by its Own Words
Extremophiles
The Near Future of Organ Transplants
Bioethics in Today’s World
Mars or Bust!
Alternative Energy
Strange and Unusual Research
Our Weird Biology
The Year in Bad Science
Watson, Jeopardy, and the Future of Computing
Keeping Cool: Cryonics and Hibernation in SF
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Soldiers Made to Order
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Sound for Events 101
Video 201: Director & Technical Dir. Instruction
Video 201 Lab: Directing & Tech. Dir. Hands-On
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Circlet Press 20th Anniversary Retrospective!
World Building 101
Character Building
Don’t Quit Your Day Job
My Bizarre Writing Process
Writer’s Clinic
Odyssey Writing Workshop Presentation
Plot and Structure
Self-Publishing Snares
Humor in Writing
Why You Should/Should Not Self-Publish
Point of View
Use Your Words: Dialogoue, Prose, and Tone
Avoiding CultureFail
Writing As Business
Creating and Maintaining Your Public Persona
Making Politics Work in Fiction
The eBook Ecosystem
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All panels are 75 minutes unless marked otherwise.
3:00pm
1 Allegro Non Troppo 1hr 24min
ArisiaTV
t An enthusiastic filmmaker thinks he’s come up with a totally
original idea: animation set to classical music! When he hears
that some American named “Prisney” (or something) has already
done it, he decides to do his own version. In Italian, but you don’t
need the dialog. 1976, NR
4:00pm
2 Friday Night Open Coloring 2hr 45min
Fast Track 1 (3E)
k Have you been stuck traveling all day to get to Arisia? Need some
down time? Come and enjoy a few minutes of coloring to relax!
3 Days of Lighting Balloon Car Rally
Fast Track 3 (3E)
k Build balloon cars that are powered by static electricity and race
them. Learn basic geometry and engineering concepts and learn
about electrical fields. Scott Wilhelm
4 Man In Space 6min
Otis (2)
f A silly cartoon from the Funny Company about space travel.
5 Dream of a Warrior 1hr 25min
Webster (2)
v Korean Time Travel Fantasy—A cop astral-travels into a fantasy world to rescue a mad scientist’s daughter. Subtitled, 2001,
PG-13.
4:05pm
6 Paul 1hr 44min
Otis (2)
f This is a classic American road-trip comedy—three people in a
car looking for the American dream—except that one of them is
an alien escaped from a secret military installation. This lighthearted film is funnier than you would expect, for both kids and
adults. 2001, R (language), 35mm Cinemascope.
4:30pm
7 Helvetica 1hr 20min
ArisiaTV
t We use it every day on our computers, we see it on street signs—
and we take it for granted. Gary Hustwit’s documentary introduces us to Helvetica, a font whose readability has made it the
most popular in the world. 2007, NR
5:00pm
8 Innovation 2hr
g A journey through innovations from the stone age to modern
times. Each player builds a civilization based on various technologies, ideas, and cultural advancements, all done with cards.
Each card has a unique power which will help advance your civilization, however, that same power could also unwittingly help
the other players.
5:30pm
9 E.T. at 30
Alcott (3W)
In 1982 E.T. became one of the most popular movies of all time.
How does it hold up after 30 years? Do you prefer the original
or the “tweaked” re-release with better effects and all the guns
turned into cell phones and walkie-talkies? Has E.T. stood the
test of time or should he just go home? Bob Chipman, Dr.Chris,
Daniel M. Kimmel (m), Daniel Miller
10 Gender Limitations in SF/F
Adams (3W)
Often, strong female characters are portrayed in such a way
that seem to be a rejection not just of traditional gender roles
but of all things feminine. Similarly, male characters that take
on what are regarded as traditional female roles are viewed as
emasculated figures incapable of pro-active action. Where are
the strong warrior women that can also be compassionate or the
house-husbands that have a role beyond being the punchline of a
joke? Greer Gilman, Andrea Hairston, Jennifer Pelland, Suzanne
Reynolds-Alpert, Trisha Wooldridge (m)
11 Schools for Magicians
Douglas (3W)
A Hogwarts degree isn’t the only path from mundanity to magehood. Let’s consider how writers have portrayed schools, including Roke, Unseen University, Brakebills, and more. Why a school
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setting? Is it due to the innate familiarity for both reader and
writer? Having a built-in rationale for info-dumps? How do these
fantastical academies compare to SF’s schools for space cadets. As
we look outside of Harry Potter, we’ll examine the continue fascination with such sorcerous scholastic settings. Charlene Brusso,
Victoria Janssen, Bob Kuhn, Kenneth Schneyer, Cecilia Tan (m)
Reading SF/F to Your Kids
Burroughs (3E)
Are you raising a little fan? What genre books provide the best
introduction for today’s children to science fiction and fantasy?
What authors or books are easier or harder to read aloud? And
what’s the best treatment for a throat that’s sore from screaming, “BAGGINS! WE HATES IT, WE HATES IT FOREVER!”?
Our panelists share tips and opinions. Dawn Albright, Mark L.
Amidon (m), Mary Catelli, Peter Maranci, Frances K. Selkirk
Corsets, Hoops, & Other Undergarments
Carlton (3E)
What goes under your costume can be just as important as your
actual costume. Find out the basics of corsets, hoop skirts, and
everything else that you can find under a costume. Lisa A. Ashton (m), Aurora Celeste, Catt Kingsgrave-Ernstein, Jennifer Old,
Jamila Sisco
Parapsychology in Genre Fiction
Griffin (3E)
Telepathy, remote viewing, and pyrokinesis make for interesting stories, but how can writers make them believable? How can
a character have precognition and not ruin the upcoming plot
twists? Is someone who talks to ghosts magical or just psychologically “gifted”? Where does psych-fi belong among the sci-fi,
urban fantasy, or paranormal subgenres? Vikki Ciaffone (m), Genevieve Iseult Eldredge, Kate Kaynak, Gail Z. Martin, Tchipakkan
I Married A Mundane
Independence (3E)
You had to beg and plead to get your significant other to come to
Arisia this year. They just don’t “get” it—all of it. You find yourself
having to explain things over and over. And Bog forbid that he
or she reads this panel description and realizes that “Mundane”
refers to them! Let’s talk. Cheryl Braverman, Ann Crimmins (m),
David Nurenberg
Science Friction
Lewis (3E)
Science Friction is what happens when science fiction rubs
against science fact. Space travel, television, and computers were
once dismissed as fantasy, but are now commonplace. Will Star
Trek’s warp drive and transporters someday become reality?
When do we get our flying cars and time travel? We will examine
some of the most intriguing inventions of science fiction, to see
which will remain fiction and which might become real all too
soon. Wil Howitt
Classic Playground Games
Fast Track 2 (3E)
Play some classic playground games with us! Peter Breton
Days of Thunder Balloon Car Rally
Fast Track 3 (3E)
Build balloon cars that are powered by blowing balloons up and
letting them go. Scott Wilhelm
Fast Track 4 (3E)
Come play Apples to Apples Junior with us! Mimi Noyes
Tell the Truth: Non-Fiction Comics
Hancock (2)
A discussion of non-superhero comics. Topics include memoir,
history, and science. Panelists discuss their individual goals,
obstacles, and solutions. Extra emphasis on merging research
and entertainment. Gareth Hinds, Alex Jarvis, Don MacDonald, John Monahan, Gynn Stella Silva, Eric “in the Elevator”
Zuckerman (m)
SF/F, Prior Art, and Patents
Paine (2)
Writers can be so detailed in their analysis of potential technology that it may qualify as prior art, preventing future realized
technology from being patented. Is this a good or bad thing?
Does it need to be addressed? Can books like Childhood’s End
or comics (like when Huey, Duey and Luey used ping pong balls
to raise a sunken ship) be used as prior art to prevent patents
on the realized technology? If someone invents a working lightsaber, should they be able to patent Lucas’s idea? Ira Domnitz,
David J. Friedman, David Larochelle (m), Thomas Traina, Alan
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22 The Heinlein Juveniles
Quincy (2)
Many older fans first got into SF through the Heinlein books for
young adults. Are they still the best choice for new generations?
Which books have held up best, and which (if any) should be relegated to the back burner? Can today’s children and young teens
still relate to the science-heavy, perhaps old-fashioned worlds
of Robert A. Heinlein? Sandra Hutchinson, Alexander Jablokov,
Karen Purcell DVM (m), Julia Rios
23 Con-Going 101: Planning, Budgeting, & Surviving Revere (2)
Attending a con ain’t all fun and games. In this panel, we’ll look
at some of the barriers and challenges of going to cons, including
budgeting, dealing with roommates, proper diet, and how much
stuff to bring from home. Jerome C. Conner, Melina Gunnett,
Melissa Kaplan, PJ Letersky (m), John C. Watson
24 Alien Trespass 1hr 25min
Webster (2)
v Homage to 1950’s SF movies. After crash landing near a desert
town, an alien enlists the help of a local waitress to re-capture a
monster that escaped from the wreckage of his space ship. 2009,
PG.
6:00pm
25 Distress Call 4hr
g To be Purged…That is the fate of the Xenos. They are breaching
outer permitter. The artifact is real. I repeat it is real. This last
transmission was received 2 hours ago, prior to a full tyrannid
hive invasion of the planet. The Deathwatch has been called
to retrieve the artifact found on the planet at all costs. For any
other Space Marines this would be a suicidal mission, but we are
Deathwatch. To be Cleansed…For that is the fate of all Xenos.
26 Mr. Bubbles 4hr
g Welcome to the future where the benevolent and just Computer
controls your lives. As a troubleshooter you have been tasked
with the job to find the behind the “Mr. Bubbles” program which
caused the scrub bots to go AWOL. Do this and turn in traitorous
secret society scum and you will have the Computer’s approval.
The Computer is family friendly and this task is designed for all
warm blooded sentient beings! DO NOT DISAPPOINT THE
COMPUTER!
27 Computers, Tools for People 24min
Otis (2)
f This mid-1970s documentary explores the microcomputer revolution from a social science perspective. Watch how LOGO and
BASIC change the world. 16mm
28 The Super Robots 4hr
Stone (2)
a Beast King GoLion—As the foundation for Voltron: Defender of
the Universe, Beast King GoLion was re-edited and re-recorded
for American audiences. We are proud to present it in its original,
unedited form and with its original Japanese soundtrack. Aquarion—An updated take on the Super Robot genre. Set in the future,
a giant fighting machine called the Aquarion is humanity’s only
hope against the technologically advanced species called the
Shadow Angels.
29 Air-Pirate Combat! 30min
s When pirates take to the air, they expect to have to fight. They
use cannon for airship-to-airship combat, but when it comes
time to board their targets, hand weapons, especially knives and
cutlasses, rule the decks. See the Higgins Armory Sword Guild
demonstrate how air-pirates subdue, defeat, and sometimes kill
their victims.
30 The 7 Faces of Dr. Lao 1hr 39min
ArisiaTV
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Western frontier town the chance to peer into a looking glass and
see their foibles. 1964, NR
6:30pm
31 Johnny Sokko and His Flying Robot 30min
Otis (2)
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sunglasses), using his giant robot. Giant Robot is not autonomous
and can be controlled by anyone who has the control box. Who
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has it now and what are they fighting for or against? We’ll pull an
episode at random. 16mm Fujichrome.
32 Viking Fighting Moves: Fiction vs Fact 30min Grand AB (1W)
s Many classic works of fiction feature warriors from the cold
north fighting with swords and large shields. Sound familiar?
They’re the weapons of Vikings, and it’s no surprise that some
fantasy fighting moves resemble the fighting moves of Vikings,
given how much authors have depended on the Viking myths and
legends when creating their fictional worlds. In this presentation
and demo, we’ll show you a few fighting moves of the Vikings and
compare them to fighting moves from fiction. Higgins Armory
7:00pm
33 The Future of Bioethics as Portrayed in Film
Alcott (3W)
Blade Runner and Gattaca can be viewed as two sides of the same
coin. Moon and Never Let Me Go are both commentaries on liberty and the commercialization of life itself. District 9 examines
the question about who gets ‘human’ rights at all. Who argues on
behalf of Fa and Bea, the dolphins in Day of the Dolphin? How SF
films are raising ethical issues of the future. Bob Chipman, Ira
Domnitz, Steve Popkes, Jeff Warner (m)
34 When Authors Critique the Critic
Adams (3W)
Your book got a bad review and you feel it’s unfair. It’s your baby,
after all! What do you do? Correct the review, ask friends to
counter-post good reviews to boost sales, or grumble and move
on? We’ll talk about some classic examples of authors gone wild
over bad reviews, and what they should have done. Genevieve
Iseult Eldredge, William Freedman, Esther Friesner, Jennifer Pelland, Pamela van Hylckama Vlieg
35 Introduction to Arisia
Douglas (3W)
Is this your first time at Arisia? Maybe your first time at a con?
Welcome! Our experienced panelists will give you tips on how
to get the most out of the con, and on con survival in general.
Samantha Dings, Jacob Lefton, Shira Lipkin, Julia Suggs (m)
36 The Exiled Character
Burroughs (3E)
From the Mabinogion and the Arthurian cycle, our literature has
used the archetype of the hidden prince. Let’s focus on the notion
of his exile and foreign upbringing, and more generally discuss
the perspective of the outsider’s perspective in F&SF. Why is it
so common? What is the allure? What does this allow the author
that they couldn’t do otherwise? Does any of this parallel the experience and influence of the cultural outsider in today’s society?
Greer Gilman, Catt Kingsgrave-Ernstein (m), Bob Kuhn, Barry B.
Longyear, Sonya Taaffe
37 Hall Costumes: Everyday Wear for Conventions Carlton (3E)
What do you make? How does it differ from a presentation costume? What to consider when making a hall costume, including
your health and safety? What is the non-sewn costume? Packing, transporting, Hall Costume Awards, and more explained.
Michelle d’Entremont, Kristina Finan, Marty Gear, Suford Lewis,
Karen Purcell DVM (m)
38 Interstitial Fiction: Dancing Between Genres
Griffin (3E)
Interstitial fiction is writing made in the interstices between
genres and categories. It is art that flourishes in the borderlands
between different disciplines, mediums, and cultures. It crosses
borders, written by people who refuse to be constrained by category labels. Some favorite examples will be discussed here. Erik
Amundsen, John Bowker, Joy Marchand (m), Julia Rios, Sarah
Smith
39 Just a Quick Game?
Independence (3E)
There are plenty of “quickie” tabletop games, ranging from ones
that take just a minute to ones that really make you think for
a half-hour or less. Our group of panelists discuss board and
card games that take a relatively short time to play. Share you
favorites and learn about ones you may not have heard about.
Christopher Davis, Bill Levay, Adam Lipkin, Eric “in the Elevator”
Zuckerman (m)
40 Viewing Anime Online
Lewis (3E)
What is Crunchyroll? Where can I legally watch the best of the
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legal activity? These questions and many more will be answered
in this informative panel, with special interest paid to the mad
science of seeing the best and newest almost immediately after
it has been released in Japan! PJ Letersky, Elizabeth O’Malley (m),
Richard Ralston, Twisting Star
Glory To Rome 2hr
Rome has burned and must be rebuilt. Use the cards to rebuild
the city to its former glory. This has the mechanics of San Juan
with all the options of Puerto Rico, making for a highly strategic
card game.
Friday Evening Magic Booster Draft Harbor Ballroom II (3E)
$15 entry fee.
“Reclaiming the Blade” and Q&A 2hr 30min Harbor III (3E)
The Medieval sword is a profound and beautiful object, crafted
by master artisans of old. Yet it is an object with one with a singular use—to kill. The truth of the sword has been shrouded in
history, and the martial arts that it brought into being are long
forgotten. Knights and masters at arms left us their knowledge
in manuscripts, from which we can rediscover these lost arts. A
showing of the film Reclaiming the Blade, followed by a Q&A session with modern students of historical combat.
Elseworlds and What Ifs
Hancock (2)
Alternate timelines and origins were once single issue one-offs
to quell letter column fanfic, now they are major enough to
merit their own graphics. What are people’s favorites? What
other scenarios would fans like to see examined? Jaime Garmendia (m), Alex Jarvis, Troy Minkowsky, Joey Peters, Cynthia A.
Shettle-Meleedy
World Population 6min
Otis (2)
This short film tries to describe just how many people there really
are, and how many more they will be, using ingenious graphics.
1974, 16mm.
SF and Horror: Where Do You Draw the Line?
Paine (2)
What is the dividing line between science fiction and horror in
the movies and on TV? Are Universal “monster movies” like Bride
of Frankenstein and The Invisible Man horror, SF, or both? What
about modern classics like Alien and the remake of The Fly? Are
zombie movies SF if there’s a “scientific” explanation offered? How
do you draw the line and does it make a difference? Garen Daly,
Mario Di Giacomo, Dr.Chris (m), Tony Finan, Timothy J. Tero
Reading: Hunt, Kirschbaum, & Stallman
Quincy (2)
Walter Hunt, Andrew Kirschbaum, Richard Stallman
What Makes a Good Panel
Revere (2)
You believe you have a terrific idea for a con panel. How do you
suggest it to the convention? What makes a good convention
panel? Why did Arisia choose the panels and panelists it did?
And what is the moderator’s job? Howard Beatman, Hugh Casey,
Daniel M. Kimmel, Eric M. Van, Jonathan Woodward (m)
Astonishing X-Men: Gifted 1hr 20min
Webster (2)
Motion Comic by Joss Whedon. 6 episodes. 2010, PG-13.
Contra Dance 1hr 30min Commonwealth Ballroom ABC (1W)
Tavi Merril, calling to the live music of Audrey Knuth, Michael
Glicksman, and Jeff Kaufman. No partner or experience necessary, all dances will be taught. Wear comfortable clothing you
can be active in; skirts are swishy and appropriate regardless of
gender.
Learn to Make Fabric Flowers
Crafty Space (1E)
These fabric flowers start with strips of ordinary fabric, but your
hand-sewing in specific steps turns them into wonderful, colorful
flowers! The centers can then be beaded or a button added, then
glued or sew on a pin-back, and you have instant style! Kits for
sale ($5) include pre-ironed fabric strip, needle, thread, and pinback. Many colors will be available. These flowers can be made
into pins, barrettes, bobby pins, or sewn directly onto clothing or
quilts. Lisa A. Ashton
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52 The Signal 1hr 43min
Otis (2)
f A mysterious transmission creates hallucinations and paranoia.
This is really a collection of three individual films from different
viewpoints about the coming of the signal. Unfortunately, none
of the viewpoints can be trusted. This is really a beautiful little
film that deserved more attention than it got. 2007, R (violence,
language), 35mm.
7:30pm
53 Martian Rails 4hr
g Discover the curious civilizations and wild lore of the wonderus
red planet, Mars, in this rail game with from Mayfare Games.
54 Reach For The Stars 4hr
g Are you a Firefly/Serenity fan who just didn’t get to play in Joss
Whedon’s world enough? Or are you a tabletop RPG gamer who
would love to mess around in a sci-fi future wonderland? Either
way, come join this Serenity one-shot, Reach for the Stars! Action, drama, depth, this game has it all… Everything but you! And
remember: There’s always a gorram train job!
55 Bad Pennies OWoD 3hr 30min
g You’re supernatural investigators in a world much like our own,
but with more things that go bump in the night…or maybe you’re
one of the things that does the bumping. Something inexplicable
has been going on in the stock market, and something strange
has been going on down at the Asylum they closed twenty years
ago. You need to find out what it is before it escapes, or turn it to
your own purposes.
7:45pm
56 Mythbusters—Steam Gun 42min
ArisiaTV
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fire 400 rounds a minute at a 300-yard range. 2007, NR
8:00pm
57 Blackjack 2hr
g Stop in and brush up your skills on the grand old game of
Blackjack.
58 Munchkin 3hr
g Want to learn how to play? Want to check out the latest variants?
Want to see the wide variety of cheats that can be used? Stop in
and see what’s been going on in the world of Munchkin.
59 Encore 3hr
g Love music? Do you like to sing along? Do you know your lyrics?
Then come on down and join the fun as each team scrambles to
sing 8 words from a song that contain the clue to advance on the
board to an Encore.
60 Nauticon Dance Party 1hr
Shake off your barnacles at the Friday evening Dance Party hosted by Nauticon staff. Sailors, Pirates and other seafaring folk are
welcome, be on the look out for mermaids, but no parrots please.
8:20pm
61 Captain America: The First Avenger 2hr 4min
Webster (2)
v Steve Rogers volunteers for a top secret research project that
turns him into Captain America, a superhero dedicated to defending America’s ideals. 2011, PG-13.
8:30pm
62 A Game of Thrones
Alcott (3W)
George R.R. Martin’s A Song of Fire and Ice has been adapted
to the small screen. How well does it hold up in the transition?
Does it stay true to the source material? Have the changes been
for the better or the worse? Note: This discussion will be limited
to Season 1 of the TV series. Please refrain from spoilers from
the later books. Kevin Cafferty, Calliope, Randee Dawn, Toni Lay,
Jude Shabry (m)
63 BDSM 101: A Beginner’s Guide
Adams (3W)
There are a lot of different ways to practice BDSM. How can you
get into it without getting in over your head? What can you do
to stay safe while experimenting and exploring your own limits?
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BDSM. 18+ Only. dkap (m), Shana Fuqua, Melissa Gavazzi, Laurel Pickard, Kyle R.
64 Circlet Press 20th Anniversary Retrospective! Douglas (3W)
Boston is not only home to Arisia but also to the world’s only
book publisher dedicated to erotic science fiction and fantasy,
Circlet Press. In this fun and interactive presentation by founder
Cecilia Tan, we’ll look back over the 20 years of Circlet’s life. Curious about what lessons we’ve learned over 20 years of mixing up
gay and straight, vampires and space aliens? Curious about what
we’re going to do next? Come find out! There will be door prizes!
Cecilia Tan (m), Connie Wilkins
65 Phil and Kaja Foglio Reading
Burroughs (3E)
r An as yet unpublished chapter from the novelizations of Girl Genius. Possibly some surprises, too. Kaja Foglio, Phil Foglio
66 Sky Searching
Carlton (3E)
Shortly after dusk, satellites in low earth orbit (such as the space
station) can be seen from the ground with the unaided eye. They
shine by reflected sunlight, and are visible while they’re still in
sunlight and a ground observer is in the Earth’s shadow (night).
Satellites look quite similar to airplanes, and look like bright stars
taking a few minutes to cross the night sky. Learn how to find satellites even in a bright, light-polluted urban environment. Marek
Kozubal, Alan MacRobert, Sean Sullivan (m)
67 Religious Icons in the World of Anime
Griffin (3E)
Consider the apocalyptic overtones of The Big O and the fight for
souls of Kamikaze Kaitou Jeanne; why are there so many anime
films with Christian themes and symbols? What is it about Western religions, specifically Christianity, that has anime writers and
directors exploring them again and again? Do these themes have
the same meaning in Japan as they do here? Michael Toole
68 Forests & Trees: How the Asperger’s Brain Thinks
Independence (3E)
Learn more about the two brain chemicals (serotonin and acetylcholine) that mediate two different modes of analytical thought
and how the substitution of one for the other explains the cognitive style of Asperger’s. The “disorder” turns out to be an adaptation that allows analytical thought even without the brain
chemistry usually required to support it. Eric M. Van
69 Wigs for Costuming
Lewis (3E)
To achieve the best look possible, getting the right hair is a must.
Wigs are great option, especially when characters have crazy
colors and styles. Learn styling tips and the best places to buy
wigs. Christa J. Newman, Elizabeth O’Malley (m), Carol Salemi,
Jamila Sisco
70 Batman Through the Ages
Hancock (2)
Between the comics, the movies, and TV, Batman has gotten
more reboots than almost anyone. How has he changed over the
years? With one movie left in Nolan’s trilogy, what comes next?
Bob Chipman, Daniel Miller, Israel Peskowitz (m), Joey Peters,
Santiago Rivas
71 Introduction to LARPing
Paine (2)
Live Action Role Playing—LARP—is an acronym that keeps
coming up in geek and convention circles. What do people do
at a LARP? Why should I play? What kinds of LARPs are there?
How do I get started? John Bacon (m), Stephen R. Balzac, Anna R.
Bradley, Nat Budin, Heidi Hooper
72 Convention Feedback 1
Quincy (2)
Tell us what’s going wrong—early in the con when we might be
able to fix a problem on the fly. (We don’t mind hearing about
what’s going well either.) Andrea Carney, Emily Coombs, David
D’Antonio, Samantha Dings, Crystal Huff, Rick Kovalcik, Benjamin Levy, Alan McAvinney, Daniel Noe, Peter Olszowka, Noel
Rosenberg, Cris Shuldiner (m), Rachel L. Silber, Michael Sprague,
Julia Suggs
73 Paneling 101: A Primer
Revere (2)
A panel on doing panels, for noobs and the plain unaware. Learn
etiquette, preparing, benefits, the role of the moderator, how to
moderate, how to handle a rogue panelist, and how to handle a
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Janssen, Mark “Justin du Coeur” Waks, Jonathan Woodward (m)
74 The War of the Worlds 1hr 25min
ArisiaTV
t The first film adaptation of the H.G.Wells story told on radio
of the invasion of Earth by Martians. 1953, NR, in Glorious
Technicolor!
9:00pm
75 Breaking the Cycle 4hr
g When Aeku Tazjemn first reported glimpsing a set of inhabited
moons connected with a system of “cycler” spacecraft through
the gravity telescope at Mifha, it caused an immediate controversy. Within six months of her first observation of the system, she
witnessed the destruction of one of the cyclers carrying goods
between the worlds. Will you find out how the attack happened
and can you stop it from happening again?
76 Future Shock 43min
Otis (2)
f Orson Welles narrates this 1972 documentary written with
Alvin Toffler about how our pace of technological progress had
achieved a level beyond which humans could cope. Although severely dated, it still remains relevant social criticism of technology. 16mm.
77 Double Apex Techno Contra 2hr Commonwealth ABC (1W)
9:30pm
78 LARP Nexus Elements I 3hr
g Visit the original world of Nexus Elements, a place where magic
is as common as might. On the Isles of the Forgotten King, the
fairy folk run wild and humans are nothing but myth. It has now
been a year since Lady Carthairen was gifted the isle of Ashling,
in the kingdom of Delben. Her island is still barely settled. Much
of the wilderness seems to fight back against the taming of this
land. She calls again for heroes new and old, offering gold as well
as opportunity for new adventure!
10:00pm
79 More Terrible SF/F Movies We Love
Alcott (3W)
It’s an important year for genre filmmaking, as cult “heroes” Albert Pyun and Uwe Boll are back in action with new “hits!” Join us
for clips, laughs, memories, and “air quotes” about all of the most
entertaining science fiction and fantasy films that we love for all
the wrong reasons. Bob Chipman, Bob Eggleton, Tony Finan (m),
Adam Lipkin, Tuna Oddfellow
80 BDSM 201: Hurting the Ones You Love
Adams (3W)
Paddles and whips and floggers, oh my! What ever happened to
the simplicity of a good old-fashioned spanking? From clothespins to dragontails, there are lots of ways to hurt the people you
love most, and do it safely. Unfortunately, we can’t show you how
to do it in Massachusetts, but we can talk about it! 18+ only.
Shana Fuqua, Melissa Kaplan, Ken Kingsgrave-Ernstein, Micah
Schneider (m), Raven Stormbringer
81 Asimov vs. Heinlein: Which Future?
Douglas (3W)
There is a wild dichotomy between Asimov’s and Heinlein’s ideas
of the better future. Asimov liked cities, urban settings, and, in
some of his works, showed the loneliness of people who didn’t
touch or see each other frequently. Heinlein’s characters often
jump when a planet gets too crowded. He associated cities with
crime and pastoral/suburban settings with good living. Which
are we moving toward? Which is better for the planet? Our species? Mark L. Amidon (m), Calliope, Fabrisse, Karl G. Heinemann,
Don Sakers
82 Victorian Age Science in Steampunk
Burroughs (3E)
The Victorian period includes Freud’s work on the unconscious
mind. DNA was unknown, but knowledge of anatomy was pretty
good. How can we adapt Victorian-era knowledge to make better costumes, stories, and props today? James Bredt, Liz Burke,
David Larochelle, Israel Peskowitz, Barbara Menard Pugliese
83 Costume Failures, Horror Stories, and Lessons Carlton (3E)
When it comes to costuming, it’s rare that things go exactly as
planned. Costumers share past stories of failures, embarrass-
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NESFA Songbook Sing-a-long
Griffin (3E)
Group singing from the NESFA Hymnals, a collection of filk
songs set to well-known tunes. Singers and listeners both welcome. Loaner hymnals provided. Here is a chance for new filkers to learn a few songs and experienced filkers to sing some old
favorites. Ellen Kranzer (m), Mark A. Mandel
Intro to Anime’s Adult Forms—Hentai, Yaoi
Lewis (3E)
Anime is easily as diverse as any other film medium, with everything from action to romance to intrigue. How can you find what
you want? And how can you find it without—or with—stumbling
into tentacle-wielding giant mecha, driven by dimensionally dislocated school girls? Or Zowie! It’s Yaoi!… School boys!?! Mary
Dumas (m), Ed Fuqua, Richard Ralston, John C. Watson
Drum and Dance at Arisia 3hr
This is an open Drum circle. All are welcome; if you have a drum
please bring it. You don’t need a drum to dance, or enjoy the ambiance but if you have one don’t forget to pack it. You can also
bring Zills, tambourines, and any non amplified instruments.
Yes, kids are welcome but this is not babysitting so please do not
leave children unattended. Angela K. Bowen
The Nature of Gender: Past, Present & Future Hancock (2)
What is gender? How much does environment contribute to one’s
gender orientation? At one time, two genders were considered the
norm. Now there may be four, five, or perhaps more, depending
on your definition. Will gender still have the same meaning in
the future? Will it mean anything at all? Michelle d’Entremont,
Dyschordiana, Raven Kaldera (m), Suzanne Reynolds-Alpert
Renovation: Movies from Worldcon 8min
Otis (2)
If you missed Worldcon, this is your opportunity to see Dr.
Demento, to see Chris Garcia accepting a Hugo award. You can
see giant bugs and fans wearing propeller beanies. Watch Hobbit using electricity. Watch dealers selling things. Thanks to the
latest in Soviet surplus film technology we bring you all the best
parts of Worldcon without any of the cigarette smoke. 35mm
Kludgecolor.
Party Origin Stories
Paine (2)
Adventuring parties usually contain a mix of personalities and
backgrounds, both of the characters and of the players. The GM
must blend these pieces into a harmonious whole. We’ll discuss
the party origin story both as a tool to increase group cohesion
and as an outstanding all-purpose plot hook device. Peter Maranci, Daniel Miller, David Nurenberg, Jonathan Woodward (m)
Reading: Palmer, Smith & Schneyer
Quincy (2)
Suzanne Palmer, Kenneth Schneyer, Sarah Smith
Issues in Modern Mad Science
Revere (2)
These days, it’s not enough to try to take over the world with a
secret base and a Nehru jacket. The quality of henchman has
gone downhill. Instead of sinister sociopaths with fascinating
deformities, we now have to hire shabby terrorists who insist on
ideologies beyond your own megalomania. Governments are impossible to work with or blackmail. Instead of suave secret agents,
your foes are likely to be kids with annoying animal sidekicks. So,
what is a madman intent on world domination to do? James L.
Cambias, The Marvelous Merv, John Monahan, Steve Sawicki (m),
James A. Wolf
Vampires Do Not Sparkle (Or Do They?) 4hr
Stone (2)
Vampire Hunter D: Bloodlust—This is the second feature to star
famed vampire hunter, D. It was produced with the intent of being
shown in American theaters, so it was only recorded in English.
Trinity Blood—Set 900 years after an apocalyptic war between
humans and vampires, the series focuses on the on-going cold
war between the Vatican, the human government, and the “New
Human Empire”, the government of the vampiric Methuselah.
Red Shift in “Beyond the Edge of Beyond” 1hr
Red Shift, Interplanetary Do-Gooder, and his friends journey to
the edge of the galaxy to visit an old friend. But can they overcome
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a danger from beyond the edge of beyond, a danger that reaches
from the inner mind to…someplace further away, way over there?
A radio theater performance, voiced by the skilled actors of the
Post Meridian Radio Players! (Shown live on ArisiaTV.) Michael
McAfee
94 Art Show Reception 1hr 30min
Art Show (1E)
x Meet the artists, see their work, and get an early chance to bid!
95 Red Shift in “Beyond the Edge of Beyond” (live) 1hr ArisiaTV
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10:10pm
96 The General (Silent Movie) 1hr 45min
Otis (2)
f Buster Keaton is rejected by the Confederate Army because his
work as a railroad engineer is too important, but can’t convince
his girlfriend Anabelle that he isn’t a coward. Union spies steal
his train, inadvertently taking Anabelle along. One of Roger
Ebert’s Top Ten Films, this was perhaps the first stunt film ever
made, and still one of the best. The stunts are done live. Not even
Jackie Chan could do this today. With live organ accompaniment
by Jeff Rapsis. 16mm.
10:30pm
97 Tucker and Dale vs. Evil 1hr 25min
Webster (2)
v Horror/Comedy. Tucker & Dale are on vacation at their dilapidated mountain cabin when they are attacked by a group of
preppy college kids. 2010, R (bloody horror violence, language,
brief nudity)
11:00pm
98 Maple City Chronicles I 7hr
g A traditional OWoD Sabbat chronicle based in the fictional area
Maple City. Conflicts center around main stream Sabbat versus
the loyalist movement. Though this is a Sabbat chronical, expect
sect politics and intrigue between factions to play as large a role
as any standard Camarilla game.
11:15pm
99 Underworld 2hr 1min
ArisiaTV
t Vampires and werewolves have waged a nocturnal war against
each other for centuries. All bets are off, however, when a female
vampire warrior becomes smitten with a peace-loving male
werewolf. 2003, R
11:30pm
100 Sacred Sexuality
Alcott (3W)
This panel will explore the role of sex and sexuality in religion
and in ritual, both in history and in fiction. Dyschordiana, Rev.
Matthew (m), Shava Nerad, Suzanne Reynolds-Alpert
101 When Series Jump the Dragon
Douglas (3W)
What long series have made you give up and at which point?
Why then? Is it when the quality declines, when the plots repeat,
or when the revisiting of old story lines threatens to taint your
memory of earlier books? We’re looking at you, Pern and Xanth!
Contrariwise, what series keep you hooked to find out what
comes next even if the quality has fallen off? What makes them
different? What about series continued posthumously by another
author? Mary Catelli, Bob Kuhn, Suford Lewis, Adam Lipkin (m),
Daniel Miller
102 Eye of Argon Reading
Carlton (3E)
The worst science fiction story ever written gets a reading by
our brave panel as they compete to go the longest without tripping over a misspelled word or laughing uncontrollably. Audience members are also encouraged to take a chance. Can you
keep a straight face, especially when the panel begins acting
out the story? Susan de Guardiola, Hildy Silverman, Michael A.
Ventrella (m)
103 Pick, Pass, Play Open Filk
Griffin (3E)
Come listen and/or make music in this unthemed song circle. We
will go around in a circle giving every person a chance to perform
(Play), request a song (Pick), or Pass. All types of music are welcome, but expect to hear a lot of songs related to science fiction,
fantasy, science and fandom. Paul Estin, Hillary Sherwood (m)
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104 Fun With Rope
Lewis (3E)
One of the first things that comes to mind when you think about
BDSM is rope. Come learn about rope bondage, from basic knots
to some of those pretty harnesses you’ve seen around. No previous experience necessary! You don’t even need a partner. 18+
Only. dkap, Kyle R., Sparr (m)
105 Music in LARPs and Tabletop
Paine (2)
With bards, dramatic live soundtracks, and fight mechanics that
require players to sing, music is already an element of LARPs.
Tabletop GMs have used multimedia to set the mood and build
tension. How can music be used to shape a more immersive experience? What other ways can it be used? Anna R. Bradley, T.
Christopher Davis, Susan Weiner (m)
106 Reading: Grant, Nurenberg, & Wilk
Quincy (2)
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107 The Vampire Zone
Revere (2)
Why won’t they die? What makes vampires so eternal in the
hearts and minds of readers and viewers? Whether it’s a TV show
like Angel, a movie like Dark Shadows, or any of the thousands of
vampire books out there, what is it about the vampire that makes
it irresistible? Genevieve Iseult Eldredge, Ed Fuqua, Andrew
Kirschbaum, Misty Pendragon, KT Pinto
11:55pm
108 Adventures of Johnny Tao 1hr 25min
Webster (2)
v Rock-a-billy music and martial arts meets Night of the Living
Dead. 2007, PG-13.
Midnight
109 Soylent Green 1hr 37min
Otis (2)
f In the 21st century, population pressure has reached the breaking
point, and a New York police detective stumbles across a terrible
secret. This beautifully-made film stars Charlton Heston in a
perfect role, and it really does a fine job of showing how dull and
dreary the world has become. Yes, they’re talking about remaking this movie, but you need to see this one. No, please don’t tell
anyone the ending until after the movie is over. 1973, PG, 16mm
Technicolor.
110 The Rocky Horror Picture Show: Rated R 3hr 30min
e The Teseracte Players prepare to crank up the heat with a steamy
twist to your favorite show. Sexy sweethearts in bustles and
bustier, Do the Time Warp again and travel with the mad scientist and his spaced out castle crew and give yourself over to
the world’s longest running interactive film. The Rocky Horror
Picture show thrives on audience participation, with costumes,
call back lines and more; it’s an experience you’ll never forget.
Visit teseracte.com for more information. Glenn MacWilliams
111 DJ Pet presents…Just Dance! 4hr Commonwealth ABC (1W)
DJ Pet spins electronic dance music plus your requests! Come on
down to the Dance Tent to kick off the con and get your body
moving. Want to hear something very specific? Email him at acuriousproduction AT gmail DOT com with requests before hand
and he will make sure to have them on hand.
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112 Unmoderated Open Filk 5hr 45min
Griffin (3E)
Open Filk descends into chaos. Music will continue as long as
people are interested.
1:20am
113 Avatar Exile 1hr 42min
Webster (2)
v In the near future in the Asian city-state Sintawan, everyone’s
identity is recorded in the vast CyberLink. The only way around
this is using illegal simulated identity implants (sims). A young
bounty hunter who makes her living tracking sims, finds herself
the unlikely ally of a police detective who suspects the CyberLink
is being perverted for an insidious and deadly purpose. 2004, PG13, Singapore/Australia, also known as Cyber Wars.
114 Death Race 2000 1hr 19min
ArisiaTV
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in which rival teams travel America scoring points by offing spectators. The movie that brought us the points system of driving.
1975, R
2:00am
115 Various Hentai 2hr
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2:40am
116 Cat-Women of the Moon 1hr 4min
ArisiaTV
t A space shuttle expedition lands on the dark side of the moon
after being hit by an asteroid. The sole female guides the others
to a cave with a livable atmosphere, having been steered there
telepathically by cat-women who’re planning to steal the rocket
and conquer Earth. 1953, NR
3:00am
117 Battle Planet 1hr 25min
Webster (2)
v In the not-so-distant future, Captain Jordan Strider, a Special
Forces Officer in the New World Alliance, is chosen for a topsecret mission. Sent to a desolate planet, Terra 219, to arrest
possible traitors to the Alliance, Strider must survive with only a
government issued experimental suit as protection. 2008, R.
4:10am
118 Attach of the Killer Tomatos 1hr 27min
ArisiaTV
t Tomatoes become Public Enemy #1 when they turn murderous.
It’s up to Mason Dixon and his special team to stomp them out.
The first non-theatrical showing of this movie was at Noreascon
2. 1978, PG
4:25am
119 Dead Space: Aftermath 1hr 18min
Webster (2)
v Animation anthology based on the video game. “The End was
only the Beginning.” 2011, R.
5:40am
120 Gene-Fusion 1hr 18min
Webster (2)
v Animated. In the year 2310, a new sport, GENE-FUSION is all
the rage! In this exciting game, specially-trainer athletes, called
Fusers, design their own super-creature by combining three
forms of animal DNA. Four teens become instant celebrities performing before sold out crowds. But what hey don’t know is that
each of them has a role to play in an alien conspiracy. Canada,
2011, PG-13.
6:00am
121 Phenomenon of CLAMP 4hr
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a X—Set in 1999, this depicts the superhuman conflict between
the opposing forces of the Dragons of Heaven and the Dragons of
Earth, with teen-aged Kamui caught in the middle. Code Geass—
Set in an alternate future where the world is divided between
Britannia, The Chinese Federation, and the European Universe,
an exiled Britannian prince obtains a power known as Geass and
decides to use it to obliterate the Holy Britannian Empire.
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122 Nova: Newton’s Dark Secrets 53min
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uncovers the fact that he had a side other than the genius mathematician and visionary the world knew him as. 2005, NR
7:00am
123 Somebody’s Hero 1hr 17min
Webster (2)
v Live action. An average accountant attempts to fill the boots of a
movie-based superhero. Adventures of Man America. 2011, PG.
124 Saturday Morning Cartoons 2hr
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of the gang.
8:00am
125 The Jetsons 1hr
Otis (2)
f When your children wake you up at some horribly early hour,
take them down and watch three original episodes of the Jetsons.
16mm.
8:15am
126 Abbott & Costello Go to Mars 1hr 17min
Webster (2)
v …in an Atomic Rocketship, the way Heinlein intended. 1953, G.
8:30am
127 Geeky Play Date
Griffin (3E)
Looking to meet up with other parents and kids at the con? Geeky
Play Date is a casual, drop-in space for you and your children.
Kids can bring their favorite toys and make new friends! Parents
can do the same! Please note: this is NOT a babysitting service/
venue, plan on tending to your children. Dale Meyer-Curley
128 Mask Making
Fast Track 1 (3E)
k Come and make a Mask! Is it a drama mask, a monster mask, or
an animal mask? Only your imagination will show. Daniel Reuben Abraham (m), Sheila Oranch
129 Starting out with the Sword
Fast Track 2 (3E)
k Intro to Sword-Fighting: Learn the basics of how to sword-fight,
using safe foam weapons to learn historically inspired sword
skills, like a knight would have used. Stuart Ferguson
130 Yarn Works (Basics)
Fast Track 4 (3E)
k Interested in learning how to knit? Join us and we’ll show you
how. Liz Cademy
131 Dubstep Yoga 1hr 30min
Highly active, all-inclusive vinyasa flow yoga sequence to a mostly
(but not entirely) dubstep playlist. No mat necessary, and please
don’t wear shoes! Caitlin Cooper
9:00am
132 Cthulhu over Filmland 4hr
g Travis Wainright, executive head of the newly formed Wainright
Film Studios, has contacted your group. His studio’s new large
scale film project, an film version of Cleopatra, has been besieged
with problems, and threatens to bankrupt Wainright’s new film
studio empire. There have been 2 deaths and the lead actress has
been plagued with strange delusions. Wainright has hired you for
your discreet expertise in such matters, and wants you to uncover
what is going on.
133 Mr. Bubbles 4hr
g See #26 for description.
134 Tomb of Horrors 12hr
g For centuries it has held a grim reputation—the Tomb of Horrors,
repository of a lich’s ancient magics and boneyard of dozens of
adventurers. Now an archmage is recruiting a company of powerful individuals to retrieve an artifact from the depths of the Tomb.
Can your chosen few penetrate this infamous locale in time?
135 Daffy Duck’s Quackbusters 1hr 12min
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t Crafted from classic Daffy Duck shorts edited into a brand-new
tale—the self-centered duck uses a windfall inheritance to open
a fraudulent Ghostbusters-like spook-removal service. When the
spirit of his late benefactor learns of Daffy’s scam and poor treatment of his employees, he torments the greedy fowl by making
his newfound wealth disappear. 1988, G
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136 Shorts: Green Arrow, Spectre 25min
Webster (2)
v Animated shorts of DC Superheroes. PG-13.
10:00am
137 Avatar: The Last Airbender
Alcott (3W)
Avatar: The Last Airbender blurred the lines between anime and
American animation, and did so with a depth of characterization unusual for a children’s show. Join our panel as they discuss
memorable moments and highlights from the series. We’ll try
to ignore the live action movie. Esther Friesner, Peter Maranci,
Christa J. Newman, Don Sakers (m), René Walling
138 Online Privacy for Kids
Adams (3W)
Can you Google your child’s name? Does your child have a FaceBook account? Are you sure? Just how much of an online presence
should a child have, and at what ages? What responsibilities do
parents and other adults have in protecting that privacy? William
“Ian” Blanton, Dyschordiana, David J. Friedman (m)
139 Can You Like Literary SF Without Being a Snob? Douglas (3W)
From George Orwell and Aldous Huxley, through Thomas Pynchon and Margaret Atwood, to China Mieville, Gary Shteyngart,
and Michael Chabon, authors of “serious” or “literary” fiction
have used fantastic elements to tell their stories. Is it possible to
like their writing, and the more popular forms of science fiction
such as Dr. Who novelizations or superhero comics? How do we
understand a genre like science fiction which combines both
kinds of works? John Bowker, Grant Carrington, Andrea Hairston,
Suzanne Reynolds-Alpert, Kenneth Schneyer (m)
140 Harry Potter in the Future
Burroughs (3E)
We experienced Harry Potter as a series of books where we
eagerly anticipated the release of each one, and then saw them
come to life in series of vivid movies. Will future fans encounter
them the same way? How will seeing the movies first affect future
fans when they encounter the books? Or will the movies come
to replace the books as the “Harry Potter experience”? Did the
eight films do the seven books justice? James Hinsey (m), Frances
K. Selkirk, Cynthia A. Shettle-Meleedy, Cecilia Tan, Michael A.
Ventrella
141 Surviving Your First Masquerade
Carlton (3E)
How to register, where to go, and what to expect entering your
first masquerade. Byron P. Connell, Susan de Guardiola (m), Melissa Honig, Toni Lay, Elizabeth O’Malley
142 So, What’s New?
Griffin (3E)
Nanotechnology is now an industry. Cloned animals can be
bought online. Robots are getting smarter and more lifelike.
Science is telling us that the future could be different in ways
(vanished glaciers, droughts and floods, and reduced biodiversity) that are materializing perhaps even faster than AI and the
Singularity. Is science fiction paying proper attention to the best
information available on the future? What is new and on the horizon that SF should look out for? How could it change SF? James L.
Cambias (m), Jeff Hecht, Shira Lipkin, Judah Sher, Sarah Smith
143 Fabric Dyeing
Independence (3E)
How do you achieve the right color for your project when you
can’t find it in any store? Panelists will discuss the process of
fabric dyeing, including different products, how to work with
different fabrics, and unconventional methods. Aurora Celeste,
Carol Salemi, Nightwing Whitehead (m)
144 What Anime is New Now?
Lewis (3E)
Join us as we discover new and popular anime from both Japan
and the US. Find out more about titles such as Black Butler, Tiger
and Bunny, and others you may have heard of but would like to
get to know better. PJ Letersky (m), Mimi Noyes, Richard Ralston,
Michael Toole
145 Play with Clay
Fast Track 1 (3E)
k Come and make a work of Art out of clay! Jen Hunter, Rachel
Kadel-Garcia (m)
146 All About Poi
Fast Track 2 (3E)
k Poi is a performance art in which a ball or balls suspended from
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a length of flexible material, usually a plaited cord, are held in the
hand and swung in circular patterns. In this class, you will create
practice poi out of socks. After making your poi you will learn
some basic dance moves. Please supply your own socks! Forest
Handford (m), Michelle Wexelblat
147 Kamikaze Costuming
Fast Track 3 (3E)
k Fabrics, pins, and imagination! Come make your own costume.
Then, show off your creation in the Masquerade Fast Track entry!
Vonnie Carts-Powell, Sarah Goodman, Persis L. Thorndike (m),
Aimee Yermish
148 Drawing Manga for Beginners
Fast Track 4 (3E)
k What is Manga and how do you draw it? Bettina Kurkoski
149 Battlestar Galactica 4hr
g A dark cloud has been cast on humanity as the Cylons have destroyed Earth and are now looking to wipe out the last remnants
of humanity on their starships. Use your character’s skills to take
max advantage of the situations to battle not only the Cylons but
also your fellow humans, for it’s almost assured that one of them
is actually a Cylon, but it’s up to you to figure out who.
150 Walk the Labyrinth 2hr
Take a long walk in a small space. Come find your center in our
30’x30’ Seven-Circuit Classical Labyrinth. A tool for walking
meditation, use it to find a little peace during the excitement of
Arisia. Supervised children welcome. Jude Shabry
151 I’m Just Wild about Kirby
Hancock (2)
A discussion of the work of Jack Kirby, one of the most influential, recognizable, and prolific artists in American comic books.
He was the co-creator of such enduring characters and popular
culture icons as the Fantastic Four, the X-Men, the Hulk, and
Captain America. He also created the highly innovative Fourth
World series of comics for DC. His style has influenced comic
book artists and authors for years, and his imprint upon the field
of comics can still be felt to this day. Kevin Cafferty (m), Mario Di
Giacomo, Ken Gale, Karl G. Heinemann, David Marshall
152 World Building 101
Otis (2)
What makes for a believable, fictional world? Have you accounted for geology, weather, culture, and religion? What is the
psychological impact of having six legs or speaking with flashes
of color? Writers and creators will discuss how to get started in
world building. Vikki Ciaffone (m), Justine Graykin, Elaine Isaak,
Kimberley Long-Ewing, Gail Z. Martin
153 Gender and Video Games
Paine (2)
Recent times have seen several gender-related scandals in the
video gamer community. These include Abbie Heppe’s review
of Metroid: Other M and the Penny Arcade Dickwolves fiasco,
among others. Is there a culture of misogyny in the video game
industry? What can we do about it? Bob Chipman (m), Adam Lipkin, Maddy Myers, Carolyn VanEseltine, Brianna Wu
154 Reading: Eldredge, Longyear, & Pelland
Quincy (2)
r Genevieve Iseult Eldredge, Barry B. Longyear, Jennifer Pelland
155 Judging a Book By Its Cover
Revere (2)
In the SF genre and beyond, often a published book’s cover art
and the story within seem entirely unrelated. Why is this? How
is cover art commissioned? How much can cover art affect the
perception of the book and/or sales? How can the match/mismatch of cover art be navigated to help readers find books they
will enjoy? Bob Eggleton, Gareth Hinds, Suford Lewis (m), Thomas
Nackid
156 Anime Comedy 4hr
Stone (2)
a A selection of classic anime comedies.
157 The Infinite Worlds of H. G. Wells 4hr 25min
Webster (2)
v Living in a Steampunk world, an author fictionalizes his true life
adventures. 3 part Victorian SF mini-series. 2001, PG.
158 Blood Drive 6hr
Lobby (2)
159 Stretch like a Shaolin: Kung-Fu Morning Warm-Up
This is a simple morning stretch and warm-up in a kinder and
gentler Shao-lin style. Wear loose clothing and bring a water
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bottle and a towel to cushion you. Suitable for all ages. No bones
will be broken. Bill “Dr. Crash” Yerazunis
160 Massachusetts Bay Colony 1630 Pike Drill 30min
s When the first English colonists came to America, they expected
to have to fight. Muskets and pikes dominated the battlefields of
Europe, and would soon decide Britain’s fate in the English Civil
Wars. See the Salem Trayned Band, a re-enactment unit portraying the militia of the Massachusetts Bay Colony in its earliest
years, and the HASG demonstrate how the colonists brought this
military technology — including sixteen-foot pikes — to the New
World. Higgins Armory
161 Video 101: Camera Work for Cons and Home
Commonwealth Ballroom ABC (1W)
Want to learn how to compose shots and make better videos?
Ever wonder why it takes so many cameras to shoot a production?
At this hands on panel, you can learn to make better videos and
even help out at Arisia and other cons. No experience necessary,
but use of a home video camera is a plus. Attendees will have the
opportunity to practice on a production video camera system.
You will be offered a chance for practice using the real cameras in
main tent during masquerade technical rehearsal. Syd Weinstein
162 Autograph—Kelner, & Kirschbaum
Autograph Space (1E)
Toni L.P. Kelner, Andrew Kirschbaum
163 Crochet & Knitting Basics
Crafty Space (1E)
Have you always wanted to learn to knit or crochet? Have you
tried to learn but couldn’t? If you are between 9 and 99 years old,
you can learn this weekend! You will learn how to do a basic stitch
and begin a head band or scarf that you can take home. Class
size is limited to 10 knitters and 10 crocheters. Please sign up
in Program Nexus. $8 per kit or bring your own materials. Kate
Farb-Johnson, Judy Gentry, Angela Kessler, Jenn Tuomala
10:20am
164 The Cat Returns
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t Young Haru rescues a cat from being run over, but soon learns it’s
no ordinary feline; it happens to be the Prince of the Cats. And
in recognition of Haru for saving his life, the Prince brings her to
the Kingdom of Cats—to be his bride! 2002, G
10:30am
165 Heroes of Degustia 4hr
g In the center of the Sandvich Flats stands the great city of Durum,
the most diverse capital in Degustia. It is known as a city of adventure, where the mercenary trade is as robust the wildlife and
Heroes from all walks of life emerge. But though it may seem like
a good time for Degustia, there are rumors that a deadly plague
has returned—the dread illness known as the Rot. Together, the
Heroes will search for ancient secrets to lead the ‘condiment continent’ to its preservation!
11:00am
166 Working with Tech 1hr
Find out what goes into the Masquerade. Learn what the Arisia
Tech Crew has available for you to use and how to make the most
of it for your presentation. We will also discuss common mistakes made and how to avoid them. All aspects of theatrical tech
as apply to the Masquerade will be discussed, including lights,
sound, and staging. Joel Lord
167 A Roman Legion: Legio III Cyrenaica 30min Grand DE (1W)
s The Roman Legions are undoubtedly among the best known and
most influential military forces in history. Their exploits remain
legendary, and they continue to be a subject for books, movies,
and TV. This New England-based reenacting group seeks to accurately portray the Legion in the 1st Century AD, initially tasked
with keeping Egypt’s rich ports, grain supplies, and mines under
Roman control. Members will showcase various arms, armor,
tactics, and troop types (Legionaries and Auxiliaries). Higgins
Armory
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168 Character Building
Alcott (3W)
Making memorable characters that resonate with the reader and
fit perfectly for the story is an art. How do you find the core of a
character—their traits, habits, and attitudes—and show them effectively to your audience? Our panelists discuss various methods
of getting to know your character in the course of your writing.
Toni L.P. Kelner, Catt Kingsgrave-Ernstein, Resa Nelson, Carolyn
VanEseltine, Michael A. Ventrella (m)
169 The 100-Year Starship Study
Adams (3W)
DARPA and the NASA Ames Research Center recently announced their 100-Year Starship Study. This study examines the
business model needed to develop and mature technologies that
would enable long-distance manned space flight a century from
now. Anticipated to last one year, the study kicked off in January
2010 with a Strategic Planning Workshop. Come hear about the
results. Ctein, Bruce Mackenzie, Ken Olum (m), Ian Schleifer
170 Language & Linguistics in SF/F
Douglas (3W)
From Tolkien’s Elvish, to “Det. Sykes” meaning “Det. S—t-Head”
to the Newcomers and the Tamarians’ use of metaphor in ST:
TNG episode “Darmok”; language, its use and misuse, and barriers to its understanding have provided an interesting and often
illustrative backdrop to the exploration of cultures not the narrator’s and/or protagonist’s own. How are language and linguistics
used to enrich a SF/F universe, and what can we learn from this?
Debra Doyle, Greer Gilman, Wil Howitt, Mark A. Mandel, Daniel
Miller (m)
171 Panel in the Pool
Pool (3W)
What would life be like on an entirely aqueous planet? Could intelligent life evolve? What about space-faring intelligence? Come
discuss such questions in our own aqueous environment of the
hotel pool. Swimsuits required! Michelle d’Entremont, Sarah
Smith, Jeff Warner (m)
172 The Movie Year in Review 1hr 30min
Burroughs (3E)
Our annual look back at the year in SF, horror, and fantasy film.
Our panel of experts will cover every theatrical release of 2011.
Find out which ones are worth catching up with. Note: time
for audience participation is reserved for the end of our panel’s
high speed review. John Bowker, Garen Daly, Dr.Chris, Daniel M.
Kimmel (m), Mimi Noyes
173 Fashion Throughout History
Carlton (3E)
Panelists will discuss how fashion, styles, and traditions changed
throughout the years, and what that means for historical costuming. Hand versus machine sewing, fabrics, and sources. What are
the most important things historical costumers should know
in their research? Where do people most likely make mistakes?
What makes a costume historically authentic, and how important is it? Sarah Goodman, Woodrow Hill, Barbara Menard
Pugliese (m), Abigail Weiner, Nightwing Whitehead
174 Fantasy Before Fantasy, SF Before SF
Griffin (3E)
The Odyssey, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Frankenstein, Gulliver’s Travels, and Journey to the West. A look at classic works of
world literature that, while not written as science fiction and
fantasy, have been co-opted in the 20th and 21st centuries by
speculative fiction readers and used as inspiration by the writers. Esther Friesner, April Grant, Gareth Hinds, Tim Lieder, Hildy
Silverman (m), Sonya Taaffe
175 Make a Byzantine Bracelet
Independence (3E)
A workshop on making a bracelet in the Byzantine style. We provide heavy gauge wire and wire cutters. Some experience working with chainmail or wire jewelry is useful, but not necessary. A
sign-up sheet will be located at the Program Nexus. This workshop is limited to 10 people. Materials fee: $5 per participant. Liz
Cademy
176 Poly 101: An Introduction
Lewis (3E)
New to polyamory? Interested in exploring polyamorous relationships, or just want to find out what it’s all about? This panel
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is the one to start with! Our panelists will tell you all about their
adventures in polyamory, and what they’ve learned along the way.
Thomas A. Amoroso, Lori Del Genis, Michelle Driscoll, Susan
Weiner, Jonathan Woodward (m)
177 Webcomics 101
Hancock (2)
You’ve got pencil, paper, and an amazing idea, but how do you
translate that to a webcomic? Comic creators will discuss how
to get started, common pitfalls and mistakes, and the joys of
comicking. Alexander Danner (m), Rhea Ewing, David Marshall,
Joey Peters
178 What Every Parent Should Know About Anime
Otis (2)
Does it sound like your kid is speaking Japanese and you have no
idea what he/she is talking about? Then this panel is for you. We
will discuss the kinds of anime that are out there and demystify
the terms that are used. If your kids keep saying, “Yowie!” it may
not mean what you think. There will also be discussion of family
friendly anime—a good starting point for you to understand and
possibly even begin to enjoy this medium along with your child.
Mary Dumas (m), James T. Henderson Jr, Sarah Hodge-Wetherbe,
Christa J. Newman, John C. Watson
179 Incorporating Photography into Art
Paine (2)
A variety of computer programs exist for the visual artist to incorporate photos into artistic works. The panelists talk about their
experiences and offer advice. Glenn Hauman, Scott Lefton (m),
Thomas Nackid, Carsten Turner
180 Broad Universe Rapid-Fire Reading 1hr 30min
Quincy (2)
r Broad Universe is an international organization of women and
men dedicated to celebrating and promoting the work of women
writers of science fiction, fantasy, and horror. Come hear samples
from the works of several members of the Broad Universe organization. Elaine Isaak, Kimberley Long-Ewing, KT Pinto, Suzanne
Reynolds-Alpert, Morven Westfield, Trisha Wooldridge (m),
Phoebe Wray
181 Dueling Easels
Revere (2)
After hearing a short passage, two artists compete to come up
with a cover for the story, and the audience gets to cheer them on.
Lex Berman (m), Brianna Wu, Frank Wu
182 Sound for Events 101
Ever wonder how an all volunteer crew runs all the sound for
Events at Arisia or other SciFi Cons? Come to this hands on panel
and find out—No experience necessary. Attendees will have an
opportunity to work with the sound equipment available. A list
of additional panelists will be published in the Convention Newsletter. Paul Kraus
183 Autograph—Hunt & Peeler
Walter Hunt, Nicole Peeler
184 Scale Spaceship Modeling Workshop
Crafty Space (1E)
A workshop on building scale spaceships. Paper kits, scissors,
and glue will be provided. “Zubie” Zeballos
11:40am
185 Them 1hr 32min
ArisiaTV
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NR
12:00pm
186 The Patriot Incident 3hr
g A murdered arms dealer and a handful of clues… It is a night of
celebration in Salem, but a group of extremists have other plans…
A group of CIA agents has less than 12 hours to track leads and
stop the attackers, or Salem will never be the same.
187 My Little Pony RPG: Best Night Ever 2hr
Harbor II (3E)
g With the Mane 6 ponies off at the Grand Galloping Gala, who
will step up when Ponyville is imperiled? Is this destined to be
the Worst Night Ever? This is a game for ponies to come together
in friendship, in the spirit of the show, and thereby save the day.
The system is high on story and low on mechanics.
188 The Revolution Job 4hr
g The rich, powerful, and supposedly noble take what they want.
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Case in point: Duke Tymon, ruler of the Kithain of Boston, and
his unending quest to seize the Fool’s Gambit, the last independent freehold in the city. When he invokes trumped up charges to
arrest the owner and close the hold, it falls to a group of disreputable commoners to steal it back from him. Sometimes bad guys
make the best good guys. You just need a little…leverage.
189 Tactile Tour of Art Show
Art Show (1E)
x Touching is encouraged in select 3-D art pieces of the art show.
Participants will be encouraged to explore shapes and textures.
Cotton gloves provided. Space is limited, and first preference will
go to those with visual impairments. Fabrisse
12:30pm
190 The Martial Arts of A Game of Thrones 30min
s From swaggering bravos to knightly judicial duels, George R.R.
Martin drew on historical exemplars in creating his ultra-realistic, ultra-gritty fantasy world. But how did these martial arts
really work, and where does truth end and fiction begin? Join
renowned historical combat master Dr. Ken Mondschein and
the Higgins Armory Academy of the Sword for an exploration
and demonstration of the combative skills found in A Game of
Thrones.
1:00pm
191 Monsters in Motion: Ray Harryhausen at Work Alcott (3W)
Ray Harryhausen panel detailing his work and contributions to
special effects in film, especially in genre movies. In an era of
CGI, can we still thrill to painstaking stop-motion special effects? Hugh Casey, Bob Chipman (m), Garen Daly, Bob Eggleton,
Stephen R. Wilk
192 Don’t Quit Your Day Job
Adams (3W)
Hal Clement, Alice Sheldon (aka James Tiptree Jr), and so many
other authors kept working their mundane jobs while writing.
What can a day job bring to your art? Should going full time be
the goal? Joshua Palmatier, Suzanne Palmer (m), Jennifer Pelland,
KT Pinto, Sarah Smith
193 Our Grim Meat-Hook Future
Douglas (3W)
The hopeful, bright future imagined in Star Trek and other SF
classics doesn’t seem to be in the cards for us. Instead the world
seems to be following the path forecast in 1984, Brave New World,
and other dystopias. What, if anything, can we do to cope with
living in our rapidly-darkening world? Glenn Grant, Alexander
Jablokov, Ken Kingsgrave-Ernstein (m), Suzanne Reynolds-Alpert,
Steve Sawicki
194 Inside Studio Foglio
Burroughs (3E)
Phil and Kaja go behind the scenes of their studio, presenting in
detail the process that results in a new page of Girl Genius each
day. Kaja Foglio, Phil Foglio
195 Modifying, Making, and Using Sewing Patterns Carlton (3E)
Instead of drafting patterns, it is often easier to start with a known
pattern and change it to do what we need. Where do you start?
Our panelists discuss useful patterns and how to go about making changes to end up with your own pattern and a mock-up of
your outfit that fits perfectly. Lisa A. Ashton, Kristina Finan (m),
Toni Lay, Barbara Menard Pugliese, Nightwing Whitehead
196 Chantey Sing
Griffin (3E)
Songs of sailing in all forms, with an emphasis on work songs
from the age of sail. Open sing. Fun for all! Angela Kessler, David
Kessler (m), Sonya Taaffe
197 Asian Ball-Jointed Dolls
Independence (3E)
These resin dolls from Japan—and now Korea and China—are all
the rage among collectors of all ages. But what are these dolls?
Why are they finding a huge following when they cost more than
$2,000 each? Corey Blumenthal, Mary Dumas (m), Amanda
Koval, Bettina Kurkoski
198 Magickal Traditions: A Review
Lewis (3E)
Like most mainstream religious faiths, there is a wide variety
in the practices and beliefs of modern pagans, neo-pagans and
heathens. In this panel, some of them will talk about what they
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do and believe. Dyschordiana, Catt Kingsgrave-Ernstein, Joan
Ruland Donnelly
199 Steampunk Make and Takes
Fast Track 1 (3E)
k Steampunk Make and Takes! Let your imagination soar! Liz
Burke
200 Magic Show Part 1
Fast Track 2 (3E)
k A magic show for kids! Daniel P. Dern
201 Short Story Contest!
Fast Track 3 (3E)
k Do you have creative ideas that are just bursting to get out? Come
and try your hand at writing a short story and submitting it for a
small prize! Greg R. Fishbone, Suford Lewis (m), Troy Minkowsky
202 Saturday Afternoon Sealed Magic 4hrHarbor Ballroom II (3E)
g $25 entry fee.
203 Attaching This to That
Hancock (2)
An informational session on the use of adhesives and other
means to put things together in your art. Heidi Hooper, Rachel
Kadel-Garcia, Scott Lefton (m), Sarah “Tashari” Morrison,
Carsten Turner
204 Films by Robert Houllahan
Otis (2)
Experimental Avant-Garde filmmaker Robert Houllahan will
show two of his recent short films, Psychic Alchemist and Iron
Guild. Each of these will be followed by a short discussion period,
where he will talk about the films, filmmaking as art, and its relationship to the science fiction tradition.
205 How to Design a Fun Roleplaying Adventure
Paine (2)
You need to come up with a roleplaying adventure for your friends,
quickly! But nothing’s coming to mind. What to do? Our panel
of experience gamemasters will share tips and tricks to come up
with fun, challenging, and interesting adventures for your friends
that will keep them coming back for more. Ed Fuqua, Peter Maranci, John Monahan, David Nurenberg (m), Trisha Wooldridge
206 Reading: Amundsen, Lipkin, Rios
Quincy (2)
r Erik Amundsen, Shira Lipkin, Julia Rios
207 Army of Davids: The Role of New Media
Revere (2)
With the FCC suggesting taxes and subsidies for legacy media,
the new media is increasingly successful in setting the agenda
and breaking news stories. What does this new media mean for
the consumer and the political world? Will online news media,
generated by an increasing number of citizen journalists, be the
new standard? Or will something or someone take their place?
What about quality control? Are social networks and the hive
mind aggregate the best models for investigative journalism? David J. Friedman, David Larochelle (m), John G. McDaid, Maddy
Myers, James Zavaglia
208 Masquerade Rehearsal 4hr
Rehearsal for the Masquerade. Required for all participants.
Signup in advance at Masquerade Table on Mezzanine.
209 Happily Ever After 4hr 30min
g Join famous couples from literature as they discuss their marital
issues and explore options to salvage their relationships. Sometimes you have to tell the truth, even though it hurts, in order
for the wound to heal. The game will have themes of: infidelity,
homosexuality, sexual dysfunction, addictions, gambling, polyamory, depression and sexual harassment.
210 Autograph—Eldredge & Martin
Genevieve Iseult Eldredge, Gail Z. Martin
211 Monster Mash 2hr 45min
Crafty Space (1E)
Don your best Mad Scientist outfit and create marvelous monsters and creative chimera along with Dr. Meme No/Yes, Master
Monster Maker. We will take cute fluffy stuffed animals, hack
them into pieces, and then reassemble them in wholly unnatural
ways. There will be a $5 materials fee per participant to cover
the cost of DNA splitters, splicers, and experimental specimens.
Dawn Albright, Mimi Noyes (m)
1:15pm
212 Hogfather (part 1) 1hr 35min
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the Hogfather has gone missing, requiring Death to take his place
while granddaughter Susan tries to find out what happened. 2006,
NR
1:30pm
213 Trouble at Pebblebrook 3hr
g Spring has come again in the Mouse Territories and one of the
far-flung towns, Pebblebrook, has failed to report in. Has something awful happened or is it a blocked road? In either case, the
Mouseguard is called upon to get to the bottom of the mystery.
Note: Mouseguard is a very flexible system that rewards creativity and cooperation.
214 The Commuters 4hr
g Tales of monsters in subway tunnels abound and if you’re not
careful you just might be found… When five strangers step onto
an inbound subway train, little do they know that their train is
about to make a detour, and in the snarls of those dark tunnels
they will discover that their lives are entangled too…
215 Catching the Axeman 4hr
g The murders in Whitechapel inspired no few imitators, and New
Orleans had its own “Ripper” at the dawn of the Jazz Age: the
Axeman. Although his spree of violence was thought ended, he’s
resurfaced, and has promised to kill again. Whether Kindred,
mortal, or something else entirely, the Court of New Orleans
has assembled this coterie to stop him… or at least preserve the
Masquerade in his wake.
216 A Gaslamp Grand Assault of Arms 1hr
Harbor III (3E)
s From Gil’s fencing clanks to Zeetha and Agatha’s…peculiar…relationship, the characters in the perilous world of Girl Genius
study a variety of martial arts. Whether to fight off ruffians,
prepare for a duel at dawn, or try to fit into their fancy trousers
for an upcoming ball, the people of our world’s Victorian age did,
too. Come experience the elegant weapons of a more civilized age
— the Higgins Academy of the Sword’s Grand Assault, an exhibition of authentic gaslamp martial arts. Higgins Armory
2:00pm
217 Game of Thrones 4hr
g A Game of Thrones: The Board Game Second Edition lets 3–6
players take control of the great houses of Westeros in an epic
struggle to claim the Iron Throne.
218 Mousquetaires du Roy 2hr
g Play as a Mousquetaire and fight the influence of My Lady who is
doing everything in her power to destroy the Queen of France, or
play as My Lady and do what you can to force the Mousquetiars
to fail in their attempt to stop you.
219 Psyche Corporation 1hr Commonwealth Ballroom ABC (1W)
e Psyche Corp. is a dark fairytale cyberpunk band named after
a dream manufacture group from a future where widespread
neural implants have allowed people to jack their nerve endings
directly into the internet and download dreams. Songs deal in
dystopian themes as well as the surreal psychological landscapes
of sleeping minds. The musical style spans genres; a recent song
has mixed tribal singing with classical piano while embedding
poliovirus DNA into its percussion. www.psychecorporation.
com Genevieve Yang
2:25pm
220 Frank Frazetta: Painting with Fire 1hr 30min
Webster (2)
v For over 50 years, Frank Frazetta dominated the art world with
his images of fierce warriors, helpless princesses and fantastical
creatures set in the most lavish landscapes. 2003, PG-13.
2:30pm
221 Is Glee Fantasy?
Alcott (3W)
The hugely popular and phenomenon that is Glee has some wondering, “Does it fit between Arisia’s walls of SF and Fantasy?” The
production numbers attributed to a public high school in Ohio,
the utopian all-boys school in the same town, and the friendly
teachers who fit right in with the teenage-angst. Just how much
can a show require us to suspend belief before it’s considered
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Fantasy or at least magical realism? Howard Beatman, Randee
Dawn (m), Christa J. Newman, Jude Shabry, Twisting Star
222 From Concept to Completion
Adams (3W)
How do you make your brilliant idea into a reality? Artists of all
different media discuss their processes and the strategies they
use to turn their best creative ideas into reality. Where do they
start, and what techniques do they use to realize their vision?
What are common pitfalls, and how can one avoid them? Jacob
Lefton, Sarah “Tashari” Morrison, Carsten Turner (m), Mercy E.
Van Vlack
223 Fantasy and Horror in Shakespeare
Douglas (3W)
Before Brooks, Anthony, and Tolkien, there was the Bard. William Shakespeare was not the first to build the genre, but he was
the first to make it marketable. This panel takes an in-depth look
at the works of Shakespeare, and we reflect on Will’s way through
the genres of Fantasy and Horror. Greer Gilman, Bob Kuhn, David Nurenberg, Sonya Taaffe, JoSelle Vanderhooft (m)
224 Comics Reading
Burroughs (3E)
r Comic writers can do readings too with the help of visual aids.
Come see and hear creators show off their work. Comics come
alive with voice (and the occasional sound effect). Alexander
Danner, David Marshall, Joey Peters
225 Steampunk and Costuming
Carlton (3E)
Steampunk has been a strong trend in costuming the past few
years, and it may still be growing, but what makes a costume
“steampunk”? How much Victorian style needs to be retained
and how many futuristic elements need to be added? Hugh Casey,
Sean Kane, David Larochelle (m), Alex Newman, Barbara Menard Pugliese
226 Filk 101 Song Circle
Griffin (3E)
Curious about Filk? Come to this interactive introduction and
ask your questions or request songs. Find out if anyone knows a
song based on your favorite author’s work or about your favorite
small furry animal. See how a song circle works. Paul Estin, Kate
Farb-Johnson (m), Ellen Kranzer
227 City Design—Ancient and Modern
Independence (3E)
Some of the most memorable settings for role-playing adventures
are urban. Cities in science-fiction and fantasy games can range
from the futuristic space-city to the gritty modern metropolis
to the wispy elven capital. What are the challenges of running
a game in an urban environment? How does a GM go about
creating a plausible urban environment for a campaign, and the
adventures to go with it? dkap (m), Felicitas Ivey, Ken KingsgraveErnstein, Bill Levay, John Monahan
228 Improbable Research and the Ig Nobel Prizes
Lewis (3E)
Highlights from Ig Nobel prize-winning studies and patents, presented in dramatic mini-readings by luminaries and experts (in
some field). Between presentations, members of the audience will
be challenged to divine the intended purpose of diagrams from
research papers. Marc Abrahams, James Bredt, David Kessler
229 Little Homes
Fast Track 1 (3E)
k Do your fairies or goblins need a home? Come and build one for
them! Rachel Kadel-Garcia
230 Magic Show Part 2
Fast Track 2 (3E)
k Come learn some basic magic tricks to amaze your friends and
family! Daniel P. Dern
231 Reading By Greg Fishbone
Fast Track 3 (3E)
k Please come and enjoy some quiet time and while Children’s Author Greg Fishbone reads excerpts from his Galaxy Games series.
Greg R. Fishbone
232 Caricatures
Fast Track 4 (3E)
k How do you draw funny faces so quickly? Come learn from an
artist and draw your own caricatures! Sheila Oranch
233 The Cutting Truth of Medieval Swords 1hr
Harbor III (3E)
s Kunstbruder presents: A Demonstration of test cutting with the
Medieval sword. Followed immediately by hands-on lessons with
the Longsword. Learn the basics of attack and defense in the Ger-
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man tradition. All equipment provided, no experience necessary.
(Kids lessons in Fast Track) Steven Hirsch
234 The DC Reboot
Hancock (2)
With no fewer than 52 titles launched, relaunched, or rebooted
in September 2011, DC Comics was the center of discussion
amongst superhero fans and creators last summer. What effect
has it had on the DC universe? What were the reasons for the
reboot? Other than costume changes, what new plot arcs were introduced? Will any of the changes stay or will everything go back
to status quo a year from now? Come discuss your reactions and
opinions on the latest DC “do over”. Ed Fuqua, Jaime Garmendia,
Alex Jarvis, Adam Lipkin (m), Donna Martinez
Otis (2)
Feedback for the staff about the convention so far. Andrea Carney,
Emily Coombs, David D’Antonio, Samantha Dings, Mary Dumas,
Crystal Huff, Rick Kovalcik, Benjamin Levy, Alan McAvinney,
Daniel Noe, Peter Olszowka, Noel Rosenberg, Cris Shuldiner (m),
Rachel L. Silber, Michael Sprague, Julia Suggs
236 My Bizarre Writing Process
Paine (2)
Each writer has their own process, habits, and methods for getting the ideas flowing on to the page. Our panelists describe the
methods to their madness, tips, and tricks that may work for you
as well. Charlene Brusso, Glenn Grant, Melina Gunnett, Maddy
Myers, Cecilia Tan (m)
237 Reading: Bowker, Doyle, & Kimmel
Quincy (2)
r John Bowker, Debra Doyle, Daniel M. Kimmel
238 Science in Politics
Revere (2)
How are science and scientific advances used in the political arena? How do large-scale, long-term projects like the mission to the
Moon get approved? Are technological achievements hampered
by the political process? Do science and politics always have to be
at odds with one another? Stephen R. Balzac (m), John Costello, A.
Joseph Ross, Ian Randal Strock, Michael A. Ventrella
239 Kaiju Big Battel: Shocking Truth 1hr 30min
Stone (2)
a Kaiju Big Battel features the performance group, Studio Kaiju.
The live show features a marriage of professional wrestling and
classic kaiju monsters, such as Godzilla and Rodan.
240 Framing Tour of the Art Show
Art Show (1E)
x What impact does the frame have on the piece? Take a framing
tour of the Art Show with Jim Paradis, an expert on the history
and practice of the framing of art.
241 Autograph—Friesner & Longyear
Esther Friesner, Barry B. Longyear
242 To Serve Man, er, Stormtrooper
Con Suite (1E)
Amanda’s Oakleaf Cakes in Winthrop MA has created a lifesize Stormtrooper cake, and will be serving portions thereof to
hungry fen down in Con Suite. The cake will be available for an
extended photo-session until it is served, but please don’t touch
or ask for autographs. And while the cake contains no nuts, it was
prepared in a bakery that does use nuts.
3:00pm
243 Convoy! 4hr
g The Deathwatch has been called to provide escort for a valuable
shipment of xeno tech that has been uncovered on Trinidar V
during recent excavations on the lower plains of the planet’s
northern pole. As new recruits to the Deathwatch, this mission is
a simple routine first mission. The artifacts are headed for storage
and testing by the mechanicum, but who knows what secrets the
artifacts hold? Who made them? Why were they only recently
uncovered?
244 Airship Bonanza 4hr
g Family arranges a marriage, daughter runs away, and buys passage on a smuggling airship, with a very quaint name: The Owl.
Unfortunately, our airship is captured by the Imperial cruiser,
the Hand of Sorrow. Now you and your entourage are in the hold
of the Imperials. Your quick wit and silver tongue will be more
valueable here than skilled combat. Can you escape the Imperial
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cruiser before they discover the ship you were on is a smuggling
vessel?
245 Breaking the Cycle 4hr
g When Aeku Tazjemn first reported glimpsing a set of inhabited
moons connected with a system of “”cycler”” spacecraft through
the gravity telescope at Mifha, it caused an immediate controversy. Within six months of her first observation of the system, she
witnessed the destruction of one of the cyclers carrying goods
between the worlds. Will you find how this happened and can you
keep it from happening again.
246 Castle Heterodyne 4hr
g Remember, back in the day? Back when steam-powered clanks
and mad-genius inventors burned a swath across the continant
of Europa? No, wait a minute… Remember, back in the day? Back
when Dungeons & Dragons was a new and exciting hobby? Back
when the name of Gary Gygax was spoken of with awe and dread?
Two great things that go great together! Come experience a run
of the classic module: Castle Greyhawk as set in the world of Girl
Genius!
247 Jedi Blackbird RPG 3hr
g A small team of Jedi and their companions are dispatched to the
junkyard planet of Kondu, where one of their former apprentices
has reportedly succumbed to the Dark Side and begun to gather
his power. This is a Story Game. High on roleplaying, low on
mechanics. (With thanks to John Aegard for the original Jedi
Blackbird and John Harper for the original Lady Blackbird).
248 Blackjack Tournament 4hr
g For card sharks and novices alike, come on down and try your
luck at the game of Blackjack in a tournament setting.
249 The Astro Zombies 1hr 31min
ArisiaTV
t For devilishly mad “astro-scientist” Dr. DeMarco, a typical day
involves run-ins with reanimated corpses, bloodthirsty solarpowered killer robot zombies, Chinese communist spies and vicious Mexican secret agents. When a bloody trail of young female
murder victims leads a CIA agent to his door, things get really
interesting. 1969, NR
3:30pm
250 Free Fencing 1hr
s Kunstbruder presents: A Demonstration of Fencing with the
Medieval sword. Followed immediately by hands-on lessons with
the Longsword. Learn the basics of attack and defense in the
German tradition. Advanced lessons available for students who
have already done the basic lesson. All equipment provided, no
experience necessary. (Kids lessons in Fast Track) Steven Hirsch
4:00pm
251 If You Liked Part 1…
Alcott (3W)
With sequels of Iron Man, Toy Story, Harry Potter, Twilight, and
more, when is enough enough? Does it matter if it’s based on a
book series? What makes a sequel good, and why can’t Hollywood
get it right more often? What are the great sequels, and what films
do you hope to see as “Part 2”… if they don’t screw it up? Kevin
Cafferty, Bob Chipman, Jerome C. Conner, Adam Lipkin (m)
252 Alternative Lifestyles and Fandom
Adams (3W)
It is no secret that a large portion of fans overlap with the alternative lifestyle community. Why do so many fans identify as kinky,
poly, or queer? Why are there kink panels at a science fiction con?
How can we be sure to accommodate and embrace all that is a
fan interest, while making everyone feel welcome? Bridget Joyce
Boyle, Rev. Matthew, Lawrence Nelson, Dr. James Prego, Micah
Schneider (m)
253 Art as Business
Douglas (3W)
Sometimes making the art is the easy part—now you want to
actually make a living at it! What do you need to know before setting up your own studio? How do you find a work space? How do
you market yourself in the real world, online, and at cons? Where
do you go for help and advice? E. J. Barnes, Heidi Hooper, Jacob
Lefton, Scott Lefton (m)
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254 Gareth Hinds: Work and Commentary
Burroughs (3E)
Artist Guest of Honor Gareth Hinds discusses his work and his
past and upcoming graphic novels.
255 Helpful Sewing References and Resources
Carlton (3E)
Everyone has to learn techniques somewhere, and using books,
patterns, and other references is a great way to learn them. Panelists will discuss their favorite resources, tips, and tricks they’ve
learned through the years. Lori Del Genis, Kristina Finan (m),
Nightwing Whitehead
256 The Ultimate Fullmetal Alchemist Fan Panel
Griffin (3E)
Ever wanted to visit Amestris? Well, be sure to join us as we transport you to the world of FMA, no passport needed. Members of
the FMA world will be hosting, and you won’t want to miss this
unique and sure to be highly entertaining panel, moderated by
Izumi Curtis. Brian Belanger, Jennifer Duschak, Pam “Izumi”
Larson (m), PJ Letersky
257 Planetary Penetration: Drilling for Mars Life
Lewis (3E)
Looking for signs of life will require remote drilling to 1–5m. The
proposed “Icebreaker” mission is a return to the regions explored
by the Phoenix mission in 2007–8. Another larger mission called
“Red Dragon” might carry a bigger drill, more instruments to
characterize the Mars environment and maybe a pilot plant for
extracting fuel and oxygen on Mars. Learn about these mission
concepts and the technical issues around automated planetary
drilling. There will be a Q&A period. Brian Glass
258 Mad Science!
Fast Track 1 (3E)
k Come get to see and try some hands-on science! John Monahan,
Stephen R. Wilk (m)
259 Nerf Gun War
Fast Track 2 (3E)
k Our Second Annual Nerf Gun War! All participants must provide their own eye protection, gun, and ammo! Peter Breton (m),
Judah Sher
260 Dern Grim Bedtime Tales
Fast Track 3 (3E)
k Daniel Dern will read from Dern Grim Bedtime Tales (Few of
Which End Well). Don’t worry, we won’t make you go to bed right
after! Daniel P. Dern
261 Apples to Apples Junior
Fast Track 4 (3E)
k Come play Apples to Apples Junior with us! Nat Budin
262 7 Wonders 2hr
g A wildly popular game, players take their starting hand and pick
one to play and one to pass until all the cards are gone. Will you
get the cards you want or will you ignore the incoming cards and
go with what you were dealt?
263 Female Fandom in Comics
Hancock (2)
Women have always been reading comics and we’re seeing
more women becoming involved in the comics industry. This
has brought female readers and characters to the forefront, but
we’re still seeing evidence of sexism and misogyny in mainstream comics despite the headway being made by these talented
women. How do we as readers face these situations? What can
be done to rectify them? Let’s talk solutions, make observations,
and discuss the comics that actually feature well-written women.
Alexa Dickman, Dyschordiana, Sarah Hodge-Wetherbe, Donna
Martinez (m), Mercy E. Van Vlack
264 Writer’s Clinic
Otis (2)
Have you hit a road block in the writing of your story? Are the
characters not acting the way you want them to? Do your action scenes read more like exposition? Do you have questions on
dialogue? At this small, informal, information session, authors
answer your questions with an eye toward getting your story
unstuck. Sign-up will be at the con and limited to 10 people.
Genevieve Iseult Eldredge, Elaine Isaak, Barry B. Longyear, Resa
Nelson, Sarah Smith
265 Designing A Memorable Role-Playing Character
Paine (2)
Designing a memorable character for a tabletop RPG or LARP
can be tricky: One must balance the limits of the gaming system,
the demands of the narrative, and one’s own preferences. But it’s
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niques for creating memorable and fun characters for all sorts of
role-playing games. Catherine Kane, Andrew Kirschbaum, Peter
Maranci, David Nurenberg (m), Drew Van Zandt
266 Reading: Linzner, Macdonald, & Sakers
Quincy (2)
r Gordon Linzner, James Macdonald, Don Sakers
267 Odyssey Writing Workshop Presentation
Revere (2)
Odyssey is an intensive, six-week program for writers of fantasy,
science fiction, and horror held each summer in Manchester, NH.
Guest lecturers have included George R. R. Martin, Elizabeth
Hand, Ellen Kushner, Jane Yolen, Robert J. Sawyer, Nancy Kress,
and Dan Simmons. 56% of graduates have gone on to be published.
Director Jeanne Cavelos explains the structure of the program,
the work required, and the pros and cons of workshops.
268 Space Opera 6hr
Stone (2)
a Banner of the Stars—Set three years after the events of Crest of
the Stars, Abh Princess Lafiel and human, Jinto Lynn find themselves on the front lines of the war between the Abh Empire
and the Four Nations Alliance of humankind. Space Battleship
Yamato—The classic 1970’s anime series is updated and brought
to life in this 2010 adaptation. Arcadia of my Youth—Released in
1982, this depicts origins of the space pirate, Captain Harlock.
269 George R.R. Martin’s Doorways 1hr 25min
Webster (2)
v Un-aired pilot of a TV series written by Martin. Dr. Thomas Mason encounters a fugitive from a parallel Earth ruled by aliens.
With the FBI and the aliens in pursuit he finds himself traveling
with her from one alternate world to another, trying to keep one
step ahead of them. 1993, PG.
270 Napoleonic Fantasy Ball 2hr
Commonwealth ABC (1W)
In recent years, the world of Jane Austen and Napoleon has
witnessed magic, dragon corps, zombies and even young ladies’
fight clubs. Come learn some of the popular dances of the period,
and bring your own fantastic accouterments. All dances will be
taught and can be enjoyed by beginners and advanced dancers
alike. Antonia Pugliese (m), Barbara Menard Pugliese
271 Autograph—Doyle & Kimmel
Debra Doyle, Daniel M. Kimmel
272 Book Creation Workshop
Crafty Space (1E)
Make your own journal! Participants will create a link-stitch
sewn journal with paper-covered manila covers. The workshop
is limited to 10 participants, so be sure to sign-up in the Program
Nexus, and the materials fee is $5. Rachel Kadel-Garcia
273 Social Change and Con Safety for Teens Teen Lounge (1E)
This teen-specific workshop will cover several topics on the spectrum of sexual harassment and assault. Come learn about how to
maintain safer spaces at the con, how to change your culture and
make sexual violence a thing that’s clearly not tolerated, what to
do if you’re harassed at the con, what to do if a friend tells you that
they’ve been harassed or assaulted, and more. This item will be
run in the Teen Lounge. Shira Lipkin
4:45pm
274 Hogfather (part 2) 1hr 35min
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275 Adam Adamant Lives 45min
Webster (2)
v Victorian adventurer arrives in 1966 London. Pilot episode. 1966,
B&W, PG.
5:30pm
276 Filmation Studios
Alcott (3W)
From the ’60s to the ’80s Filmation Studios produced many Saturday morning and syndicated animated and live-action shows
including He-Man and the Masters of the Universe, She-Ra,
Aquaman, Fat Albert and the animated Star Trek. Let’s celebrate
the folks who inspired many of our childhood imaginations.
Hugh Casey, Santiago Rivas, James A. Wolf, Frank Wu, James
Zavaglia (m)
277 Forensic Science and the Courts
Adams (3W)
A talk about real-world science and criminal justice, including
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such factors as eyewitness ID, false confession, the National
Academy of Sciences report on Forensics, etc. A look at how and
why courts (and the media) get it wrong and what that may mean
for SF courtroom scenes. Mark L. Amidon, Thomas A. Amoroso,
A. Joseph Ross (m), Lisa J. Steele, Aimee Yermish
278 Winter Is Coming
Douglas (3W)
George R.R. Martin’s A Song of Ice and Fire is a blockbuster in
every way. Come discuss the biggest series in fantasy (literally)!
We’ll be discussing the series through A Dance With Dragons, so
‘ware the spoilers! Randee Dawn, Dyschordiana (m), Tim Lieder,
Israel Peskowitz, Sarah Smith
279 Sexual Harassment and Assault in Fandom Burroughs (3E)
In the last few years, multiple problems have arisen at conventions around the country that are troubling for many. Sexual
harassment is not just about someone trying to grope a woman in
a skimpy, barbarian costume. It’s about being able to say “no” and
have it respected, a willingness to back someone up if they need
it, and the ability to recognize when they don’t. How can we all
contribute to making conventions free of harassment? Woodrow
Hill, Catt Kingsgrave-Ernstein, Shira Lipkin (m), Karen Sullivan,
Michelle Wexelblat
280 SF Spaceship Design for Artists
Carlton (3E)
What is the artist’s process for deciding what a particular spaceship should look like? What elements does an artist consider
necessary to integrate into a spaceship design? How does current technology affect how one imagines what these vehicles look
like? Glenn Grant, James T. Henderson Jr (m), Bruce Mackenzie,
Thomas Nackid, “Zubie” Zeballos
281 Anne McCaffrey Memorial Panel
Griffin (3E)
The late Anne McCaffrey was a highly popular writer of SF and
romance. She was a Grandmaster of the Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America, a winner of the Hugo, Nebula, and British Fantasy awards, and her Pern novel The White Dragon became
the first SF book to appear on the New York Times bestseller list.
Best known for the Dragonriders of Pern series, a generation of
fans discovered SF through Anne’s work. Mary Catelli, Victoria
Janssen (m), Vanessa Layne, Dennis McCunney, Twisting Star
282 Manga & Anime Art Workshop
Independence (3E)
x Have you ever tried to draw manga but never got it quite right?
Maybe the lines were not rounded enough or the eyes were all
wrong? Let our artists show you how it’s done. Bettina Kurkoski
283 Anime for Kids
Lewis (3E)
You’re an anime fan and now you’re starting to have a family. What
kind of anime can you share with little kids? Is there dubbed work
beyond Miyazaki? And if you don’t have kids, what can you use to
turn your children or your niece/nephew/grandkids on to anime?
Mary Dumas, Sarah Hodge-Wetherbe (m), René Walling
284 An Hour with Devo Spice 1hr
e Nothing says “Hip Hop” like a red-headed white guy singing comedy music! Devo Spice has been proving that true for years and
with his album “Gnome Sane?” hitting #28 on the iTunes Store,
it’s more clear than ever. From his latest song, “The Dumbest
Song on Rock Band,” to his inspired take on helping friends with
computer problems, “I’m Not Your Personal IT Guy,” Devo Spice
rocks nerdcore, yo!
285 Comics: Not How You Start, But How You Finish!Hancock (2)
So you’ve got the idea for the epic that will amaze the world: How
do you turn it into more than that? Building a body of work in
comics takes time, whether you’re creating a webcomic, minicomic, or graphic novel. Learn what it takes to not only bring
your vision to life, but keep at it long enough to finish it. Alexander Danner (m), Rhea Ewing, Kimberley Long-Ewing, Gynn Stella
Silva
286 Trip To The Moon 4min
Otis (2)
f A fan-made film of the early sixties by the British Interplanetary
Society. A great piece of fandom’s history. 16mm B&W.
287 RPG Gaming: Rails vs. Sandbox
Paine (2)
Which style do you prefer as a GM? As a player? Does it drive
you crazy when players ignore your intricate, “run on rails” plots
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and chase the “red herrings”? Or do players who keep turning to
you to ask “what happens now” make you nuts? Maybe a little of
both? Join our experienced GMs and players as we discuss the
pleasures (and perils) of each style, as well as trading extreme
examples and what makes them cool or frightening for players
and GMs. dkap (m), William “Ian” Blanton, Alex Feinman, Karl
G. Heinemann, Alan Wexelblat
288 Reading: Nelson, Silva, & Taaffe
Quincy (2)
r Resa Nelson, Richard A. Silva, Sonya Taaffe
289 Video Production and Distribution
Revere (2)
You want to make a short SF film for distribution on the web,
but it’s going to take more than a YouTube account. The panelists tell you what’s involved and what they learned through
experience. Forest Handford, Bob Kuhn, Eric “in the Elevator”
Zuckerman (m)
290 Autograph—Macdonald, Sawicki & Wooldridge
James Macdonald, Steve Sawicki, Trisha Wooldridge
291 Crafts for Adults: Working with Clay
Crafty Space (1E)
Sculpt! Sculpt like there’s no tomorrow! Come by and make various clay shapes with your own two hands. Heidi Hooper, Elaine
Isaak
5:35pm
292 The Dish 1hr 41min
Otis (2)
f This Australian movie tells the story of the first moon landing
from the viewpoint of the crew at the Parkes tracking stations
in the Australian outback. Written by Cliff Buxton, who was
there, this film take a humorous look at American and Australian culture both, while presenting a bit of history that isn’t often
seen. Preceded by a five-minute talk about the NASA Unified SBand Tracking Network given by NASA engineers. 2000, PG-13,
35mm.
6:00pm
293 A Visit to Deadlyland 4hr
g It was supposed to be a simple—if ludicrously expensive—vacation: a week or two at Wonderland, The Most Wonderful Place
On Earth (TM). Then Hurricane Ernesto hit, and you had to
spend a whole weekend locked in your hotel room. Now you’ve
emerged into the sprawling acres of the world’s largest madhouse,
discovering that none of the staff are, strictly speaking, alive…but
they’re all ravenously hungry. With no guns, no phones and no
help coming, you have only one fragile hope left: escape.
294 Munchkin Brawl 4hr
g All the madness! All the mayhem! All the cards! Stop in for a
double session of the Munchkin brawl. Two games taking place
at the same time, allowing for up to 12 players.
295 Saturday Evening Booster Draft Magic 4hr
Harbor II (3E)
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6:15pm
296 Black Lightning 1hr 40min
Webster (2)
v A wealthy entrepreneur is drilling in the underground part of
Moscow, trying to reach a huge diamond vein despite the danger
to the city. Meanwhile, in another part of the city, Dima dreams
about owning a car and dating his friend Nastya… On his birthday, Dima finally gets a car from his parents but he is embarrassed by it. The car, however, is capable of much more than he
thinks. Russian. Dubbed in English. 2009, PG-13.
6:30pm
297 Mythbusters—Hot Water Heater 41min
ArisiaTV
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pressure that it rockets through the roof and into the sky? Yes,
turns out it can. 2007, NR
7:00pm
298 Evolution Beyond Biology
Alcott (3W)
The generalized evolutionary principle, introduced by Ilya
Prigogine, goes beyond biology and is relevant to SF in many
ways. Prigogine discovered that open systems sufficiently far from
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equilibrium tend to decrease their entropy by spontaneous selforganization. Come discuss this discovery that has been seen by
many as a bridge between the natural and social sciences. Charlene Brusso, Sheila Oranch (m), Dr. James Prego, Susan Weiner
299 Poly 201: Theory and Practice
Adams (3W)
Once you’ve learned about the basics, how do you make polyamory work in the real world? In this panel, we’ll tackle some of
the harder questions, such as: How do you tell your friends and
family? Should you? How can you find people whose poly styles
are compatible with yours? What if my partners don’t like each
other? Michelle Driscoll, Dyschordiana, Melissa Gavazzi, Raven
Kaldera (m), Ian Cooper Rose
300 How Not To Suppress Women’s Writing
Douglas (3W)
Almost 30 years after Joanna Russ’s famous essay “How to Suppress Women’s Writing”, a Guardian survey of reader’s favorite
SF turns up 4% women writers. A recent anthology of Masters of
Science Fiction includes no women. And Nicola Griffith suggests
something to do about it: The single most important thing we
can do is talk about women writers whenever we talk about men.
What else can we do to redress gender imbalances in SF? Andrea
Hairston (m), Jennifer Pelland, Julia Rios, JoSelle Vanderhooft,
Phoebe Wray
301 The Legacy of Steve Jobs
Burroughs (3E)
Steve Jobs passed away last October, but his influence will last for
years to come. He was most identified with Apple but don’t forget
NeXT (if you use a MacBook, you can’t), and Pixar wouldn’t exist without him, either. How did he “think differently” and will
Apple continue to do so without his guiding hand? Will he be
remembered with rose-colored glasses or as the demanding perfectionist that he was? Is anyone in the tech world ready or able to
step into his shoes? William “Ian” Blanton, John G. McDaid (m),
Richard Stallman, James Turner
302 Plot and Structure
Carlton (3E)
It is often remarked that there are only six original plots. How
then do you make the plot of your story stand out? How is plot
used to make a story come together coherently? Our panelists
will discuss how to make a story come together as a whole. Grant
Carrington, Elaine Isaak, Joy Marchand (m), Charlie Spickler
303 Mad Science Song Circle
Griffin (3E)
A pick-pass-play song circle on the theme of mad science. Share
your favorite musical tale of scientists plotting world domination
or experiments gone awry. Paul Estin (m), Mark A. Mandel
304 One Way to Mars
Independence (3E)
A major reason to go to Mars is to expand life beyond the Earth.
But Mars ascent vehicles will be dangerous and extremely expensive to develop, making a round trip mission un-affordable in
today’s economic climate. Given the uncertain funding for future
heavy lift launch vehicles, a method of quickly getting people to
where they can grow food on Mars may be the only way we can
keep people in space in our generation. Bruce Mackenzie
305 Man-in-the-Machine Anime
Lewis (3E)
Evangelion, Gundam, Ghost in the Shell, Robotech, Fullmetal Alchemist, and all other mad scientists who cross the lines between
man and machine are discussed, as well as some predictions of
things to come. James T. Henderson Jr, Richard Ralston, René
Walling, Jeff Warner, Doug Wilder (m)
306 Race, Gender & Disability Politics in Comics
Hancock (2)
How have politics influenced comics? What can’t you believe saw
print? Conversely, how do politics affect the writers, artists, and
editors who publish our beloved books? Alexa Dickman, Jaime
Garmendia(m), Woodrow Hill, Donna Martinez, Gynn Stella Silva
307 Reading: Costello, Gilman, & Martin
Quincy (2)
r John Costello, Greer Gilman, Gail Z. Martin
308 The Autism Spectrum
Revere (2)
A discussion on the autism spectrum and its associated disorders, including autism and Asperger’s syndrome. Panelists will
separate fact from fiction, denoting accurate or inaccurate portrayals of people affected by autism spectrum disorder in popu-
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lar media. Stuart Ferguson, Justine Graykin, Tchipakkan, Aimee
Yermish (m)
309 Masquerade Doors Open 1hr
House will open at this time for you to find seats for the
Masquerade.
310 Hoop and Dance Jam
Come hoop it up with us in the Dance Tent. If you own a Hula
Hoop bring it, if not we will have some you can borrow. Dancers
also welcome to come play in space.
311 Autograph—Pinto & Tan
KT Pinto, Cecilia Tan
7:15pm
312 Rocky & Bullwinkle 22min
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313 Zombi-thulu 4hr
g The Zombie Apocalypse has arrived. What could be worse? The
coming of Cthulhu. What could be worse than that? You are a
zombie and must stop Cthulhu.
314 Down Around the Bend 4hr
g Recent sensational news headlines from a small township in
rural Louisiana have recently captured the attention of 1930’s
New England. The stories report on the alleged mass murder of a
local family and 2 college students from Massachusetts, though
details are unclear as to who committed the grisly slayings, why
the murders were committed, or why the students were so far
from home. As friends of one of the students, you intend to find
out exactly what happened.
315 Savage Wild Pennsylvania 4hr
g Rifts is a post apocalyptic world where magic and technology intertwine. This is where the dragon roam and cybernetic humans
travel the lands. The Scientific Society of Arizona has sent you
to the wild savage region of Pennsylvania to investigate what appears to be a new magical ley line that has seems to have just appeared out of nowhere. Is this really a new ley line or something
else? Perhaps it is more sinister than it appears.
7:45pm
316 Source Code 1hr 33min
Otis (2)
f A soldier wakes up in someone else’s body, part of a program to
project him into another person’s consciousness at another point
in time, again and again. Why? And which of the varying threads
he experiences is reality? Or are they all parallel realities? Or
none of them. One of the best SF action thrillers ever made. 2011,
PG-13, 35mm.
8:00pm
317 Sassafrass & Stranger Ways Concert 2hr
Harbor III (3E)
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who perform original pieces with complex vocal harmonies.
Stranger Ways is a dark modern folk band that plays traditional
and original music with heavy harmonies and a macabre sense
of humor. In this concert, Stranger Ways and Sassafrass will
perform alternating sets, including songs from Stranger Ways’s
new album “Guilt, Angst & Fairy Tales,” and the two latest songs
from Sassafrass’s “Sundown” album, both new to Arisia! Nat
Budin (m), Kara Hurvitz, Emily Lewis, Brad Smith, Julia Suggs
318 Inception 2hr 25min
Webster (2)
v In a world where technology exists to enter the human mind
through dream invasion, a highly skilled thief is given a final
chance at redemption which involves executing his toughest job
to date: Inception. Hugo-Award winning film from Chris Nolan
(The Dark Night, Memento). 2010, PG-13. 2010, PG-13.
319 Masquerade 3hr
The 23nd annual Arisia Masquerade. The theme of this year’s
convention is, “Where Science and Adventure Come Together”.
MC’ed by Susan de Guardiola. (Shown live on ArisiaTV.)
320 Masquerade (live) 3hr
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321 10 Years of Smallville
Alcott (3W)
Smallville has finally ended after ten seasons, making it one of
the longest-lived genre shows in TV history. What was its impact? What kind of show was it? Did relying on supporting characters instead of the main character work? How did audiences
respond to most of the regular cast changing over the years? Did
the show add to or subtract from the Superman canon? Howard
Beatman (m), Fabrisse, Cynthia A. Shettle-Meleedy
322 Getting Started in the Public BDSM Scene
Adams (3W)
So you enjoy kink and think it might be fun to step out of the
bedroom and meet others who share your interests. How can
you find your local BDSM groups? Once you’ve found them, what
should you expect… and how should you behave? dkap, Michelle
Driscoll (m), Lawrence Nelson, Laurel Pickard
323 SF vs. the Body
Douglas (3W)
SF’s depictions of physical pleasures are rare. People seem to prefer their characters to pop nutrition pills rather than delight in a
gourmet meal and dwell 24/7 in sterile environments rather than
wander through a wood. SF still subscribes to Cartesian dualism: the mind is pure, adamantine, and noble, the body bestial,
soft, and squicky. Even a hint of sex can be enough to “demote”
a novel to soft SF. James L. Cambias, Andrea Hairston, Barry B.
Longyear, Jennifer Pelland (m), Meredith Schwartz
324 Death Personified
Burroughs (3E)
Terry Pratchett’s Mort, Peter Beagle’s Lady Death, and, of course,
Neil Gaiman’s goth girl Death. The anthropomorphizing of the
cessation of life has been a staple of genre fiction and fiction in
general for longer than anyone can remember. Panelists discuss
memorable incarnations of Death, and their varied uses and roles
in fiction. William Freedman, Esther Friesner, Gail Z. Martin,
Sonya Taaffe, JoSelle Vanderhooft (m)
325 The Race to the Moon
Carlton (3E)
2012 will be the 50th anniversary of President John F. Kennedy’s
speech at Rice University calling for a manned mission to the
Moon. How was this great task achieved in seven years? What
technological breakthroughs came as a result of this mission?
This panel discusses the history, technology, and outcome of the
mission to the Moon. Jeff Hecht, Bruce Mackenzie, A. Joseph Ross,
Sean Sullivan, Tom Wysmuller (m)
326 Visual Kei Theatre 2012
Lewis (3E)
Join us for an audience participation panel as we watch videos
from some of the biggest bands in Visual Kei. Sometimes uberkawaii, other times just plain disturbing, all videos should inspire
comments and encourage our audience to have some fun. This is
a 18+ Panel. Thomas Boutilier, Jennifer Duschak (m), Pam “Izumi”
Larson
327 Self-Publishing Snares
Hancock (2)
What are the things you need to look out for when self-publishing? Do you really need an editor, cover artist, or graphic
designer? If so, how do you find them? Who are the reputable
companies to deal with and which are the ones to avoid? How
do you know? Myke Cole, Jaime Garmendia, Raven Kaldera (m),
Gordon Linzner, Sarah Smith
328 Improvisation and Role-Playing
Paine (2)
Role-playing and improvisational theater share a number of characteristics. Both involve wearing a character, understanding their
motivations and drives, and reacting to situations. If the first rule
of improv is “Yes, and…”, how can that be applied to role-playing?
What can role-players learn from the improv community to have
a richer and more rewarding gaming experience? What lessons
can actors learn from role-playing? Alex Feinman (m), Ed Fuqua,
Shana Fuqua, Bob Kuhn
329 Reading: Brusso, Marchand, & Wilson
Quincy (2)
r Charlene Brusso, Joy Marchand, Trish Wilson
330 Humor in SF/F
Revere (2)
They said SF couldn’t be funny; they were wrong! The genre stories and novels that make us laugh… or tried and failed. We’ll
discuss the greats, the not-so-greats, and even the authors whose
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humor was entirely unintentional. Christopher Davis, Justine
Graykin, Paula Lieberman, Ira Nayman, Eric “in the Elevator”
Zuckerman (m)
331 Autograph—Dr. Chris & Stallman
Dr.Chris, Richard Stallman
9:30pm
332 LARP Nexus Elements II 3hr
333 Tactile Tour: Masquerade
Grand Ballroom Foyer (1W)
A show and tell session where masquerade participants may display and discuss their costumes. Costumers who choose to will
be available in the Grand Ballroom Foyer after entries are complete (starting around 9–9:30pm) to pose for pictures and answer
questions about their costumes.
9:45pm
334 Frames of Reference 2hr
Otis (2)
f The PSSC physical science program in the early 1960s produced
some excellent educational films about physics. We’ll be showing
four of them, starting with one written by Ben Bova and ending
with the magnificent Frames of Reference starring David Ivey and
Patterson Hume, which relies on rotating sets and furniture to
explain relationships between physical objects in a beautifully
elegant way. 16mm B&W.
10:00pm
335 Kolchak the Night Stalker
Alcott (3W)
After two TV movies, a short lived series in the 1970’s and an
even shorter resurrection in the 2000’s, Kolchak the Night Stalker
has shown its staying power with its fan base, influencing such
shows as the X-Files along with graphic and regular novels.
Panelists and the audience will give their views on this legacy.
Dr.Chris, Catherine Kane, John G. McDaid, Charlie Spickler,
James Zavaglia
336 The Role of Albedo in Climate Change
Adams (3W)
Albedo is the fraction of solar energy (shortwave radiation) reflected from the Earth back into space. Can an Albedo increase
of 4% wipe out all the IPCC’s claimed Anthropogenic Warming
(AGW) forcings? Has Albedo changed recently and what are the
consequences? Is glacial melt and disappearance a factor? I shoveled a lot of “albedo” last winter—will there be more of the same?
James B. Van Bokkelen, Tom Wysmuller (m)
337 Mud and Blood: The Grittier Side of Fantasy Douglas (3W)
Not all fantasy involves nobility, worthy causes, and great deeds.
Much of good fantasy involves characters trudging through bad
situations with mixed motivations. Our panel looks at the grittier side of fantasy. Erik Amundsen, Vikki Ciaffone (m), Genevieve
Iseult Eldredge, Catt Kingsgrave-Ernstein, Joshua Palmatier
338 Social Media
Burroughs (3E)
With Facebook, Twitter, Google+, smartphone apps, and who
knows what else coming down the line, social media has changed
many aspects of fandom. The panelists discuss ways to use these
outlets to enhance and improve the fannish experience. Kevin
Cafferty, Christopher Davis (m), Woodrow Hill, Trish Wilson
339 Yin and Yang: Yuri and Yaoi
Carlton (3E)
Yuri is a genre involving love between women in manga, anime,
and related Japanese media. Yaoi is a popular Japanese term for
female-created, female-oriented fictional media that focus on homoerotic or homoromantic male relationships. Learn about the
conventions of the genre, the classics, as well as the newest titles
to hit the shelves and the screen. Mary Dumas (m), Felicitas Ivey,
Amanda Koval, Bettina Kurkoski, JoSelle Vanderhooft
Griffin (3E)
fantasy, science and fandom. Hillary Sherwood
341 Negotiation and BDSM
Lewis (3E)
Consent is sexy. Hard limits? Soft limits? Curiosity? Finding a
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new play partner can be very exciting, but before you get to the
fun, come get some ideas for how to best negotiate that scene.
Learn some skills on how to talk to your partner about what
your fantasies might be—and what boundaries not to cross. John
Bacon (m), D. Cameron Calkins, Melissa Kaplan, Ken KingsgraveErnstein, Meredith Schwartz
342 Politics in Science Fiction
Hancock (2)
Not a fan of politics in science fiction? You didn’t care for 1984,
A Handmaid’s Tale, or other overtly political allegories? Well,
consider that an integral part of science fiction writing involves
world-building, which frequently involves creating realistic,
functioning societies. Put another way, successful science fiction
requires the portrayal of relationships between individuals and
groups of individuals. Isn’t that the essence of politics? Discuss.
Mark L. Amidon (m), Walter Hunt, Ira Nayman, Suzanne Reynolds-Alpert, Ian Randal Strock
343 Death of PC Gaming May Be Greatly Exaggerated Paine (2)
For years now, PC gaming’s imminent demise has been predicted.
But we keep seeing new ground-breaking titles for PCs, and some
genres just don’t work as well on a console. Why does gaming
journalism decry that the end is nigh, and why doesn’t it come?
Bob Chipman, Bill Levay (m), Maddy Myers
344 Reading: Cambias, Freedman & Sklar
Quincy (2)
r James L. Cambias, William Freedman, David Sklar
345 The Mind of the Nerd: Psychology and Fandom
Revere (2)
While the geek population is broad and diverse, there seem to
be some common psychological traits among geeks. What are
these traits, and can we learn about ourselves and each other by
examining them? Or are we simply legitimizing stereotypes? Jennifer Duschak, Kate Kaynak, Vanessa Layne, Eric M. Van, Aimee
Yermish (m)
346 Space Jazz and Shogun Hip Hop 4hr
Stone (2)
a Cowboy Bebop—This critically acclaimed series features the adventures of a group of bounty hunters in the year 2071. The series
is set to a soundtrack that is heavily influenced by American Jazz
and early Rock and Roll. Samurai Champloo—Taking place during
the Edo period of Japan, the series concurs Fuu, a teen-aged girl in
search of a mysterious man. Along the way, she encounters Mugen,
vagabond swordsman, and the ronin, Jin, who join in her quest.
10:30pm
347 Concert: The Proper Ladies
e Fun Victorian parlor songs—a fine soundtrack for a Gaslamp
Fantasy! Deborah Goss, Anabel Graetz (m)
348 Space Battleship Yamato 2hr 15min
Webster (2)
v Live action big budget feature film based on Star Blazers. Japanese with subtitles. 2010, PG-13.
11:00pm
349 Maple City Chronicles II 7hr
350 Manager’s Choice 30min
ArisiaTV
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have to tune in to find out.
11:30pm
351 For the Love of the Geek
Alcott (3W)
Once upon a time, a geek was the guy you didn’t want to be—the
one who got sand kicked in his (and it was always his) face. Nowadays, we have mainstream TV shows, books, and movies in which
the geek always comes out on top. How did the geek go from zero
to hero? Why is this “The Age of the Geek”? Adrianne Brennan,
Suford Lewis (m), Troy Minkowsky, Dr. James Prego
352 The Moral Aesthetics of Steampunk
Douglas (3W)
Steampunk is frequently realized as an idealized, shiny version
of the Victorian era, with quite a few of the nasty bits missing
or obscured. The real Victorian age was a mix of great wealth
and progress with poverty, workhouses, and more. What does
it say about us when the latter are left out? James L. Cambias,
April Grant (m), Israel Peskowitz, Margaret Ronald, JoSelle
Vanderhooft
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353 Pick, Pass, Play Open Filk cont.
Griffin (3E)
Open Filking continues. Merav Hoffman
354 Home Depot in the Bedroom
Lewis (3E)
You don’t have to spend a fortune to have an impressive toybox.
Home Depot is an adult playground and toystore, if you walk the
aisles with an open mind. We’ll discuss tricks, tips, and ideas for
your next “home improvement” project. 18+ only. John Bacon,
Lawrence Nelson, rabbit, Sparr (m), Ian Cooper Rose
355 Non-Monogamy: A Diverse Set of Options
Hancock (2)
Monogamy is the default societal assumption, but one that many
don’t follow. While there are a lot of panels on the poly lifestyle
at Arisia, other approaches to relationships sometimes can get
left out in the shuffle. This panel would explore the many ways
that people approach relationships that don’t fall under the default. Michelle Driscoll, Dyschordiana, Rev. Matthew (m), Tuna
Oddfellow
356 GM Helpline
Paine (2)
Every GM gets stuck now and then. Our panel of experienced
game masters will offer advice and tips. dkap (m), William
“Ian” Blanton, T. Christopher Davis, Steven Hammond, David
Nurenberg
357 Burlesque!
Revere (2)
Burlesque is enjoying a modern-day renaissance. With troops
all over the place, what is driving this new interest in an old art
form? How can you get involved? Alex Newman (m), Eddie Paradise, Margarita de Ville, Abigail Weiner
358 DJ Johnny Zed’s Saturday Night Dance 6hr 30min
If you’ve been before, you know what to expect, if not… expect
anything! With an extensive and eclectic collection, we’ll try to
keep you dancing until the last dancer drops or until the hotel
kicks us out, whichever comes first. From retro to current hits
to geek favorites, we have a bit of everything. We can dance if we
want to! John F. Zmrotchek
359 Masquerade Replay 2hr
ArisiaTV
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Midnight
360 Star Babe 1hr 30min
Otis (2)
f Back by popular demand, this classic XXX feature was made on
a tight budget to capture the SF craze that followed Star Wars.
Unadulterated pornography with no redeeming social importance. You must be 18 or older to be admitted. 35mm, color by
Eastman.
361 REPO: The Genetic Opera: Rated R 3hr
Grand AB (1W)
e Hiding from the Repo man is tough, but in this world it’s a matter
of life and death. The Teseracte Players present an RKO Army
production, “Repo, The Genetic Opera”. The RKO Army cuts up
the blood soaked stage in this new age dramatic musical. It’s the
end of the world and replacement parts come at a high price.
Higher still is the price for those that don’t pay. Come see the gore
and the glory in this twisted story of fate. Glenn MacWilliams
12:45am
362 Vampire Girl vs. Frankenstein Girl 1hr 25min
Webster (2)
v Transfer student Monami has a secret and a past that has caught
up with her. Deceiving Mizushima into eating a token gift of
chocolate, laced with her blood, he is then catapulted into Monami’s vampire world of blood, death and love. Jilted girlfriend
Keiko has other ideas. With a sudden twist of fate, she is then
transformed into the hideous and unforgiving Frankenstein Girl,
and the battle for Mizushima’s heart begins Horror/Comedy.
Gore/blood/violence Japanese with subtitles. 2009, R.
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1:00am
Griffin (3E)
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1:30am
364 Neverwhere (part 1) 29min
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life in London when one day a girl named Door falls, injured,
across his path. The next thing he knows, his life is gone and he’s
pulled into the fantastical world of London Below. The novel was
based on this production. 1996, NR
2:00am
365 Anime Horror 2hr
Stone (2)
a Mermaid Forest—According to legend, eating mermaid flesh may
grant immortality, damnation, or death. Yuta is an immortal who
has wandered across Japan for five hundred years, searching for
a cure and meeting others, whose lives have also been ruined by
mermaid flesh. Death Note—A cursed book grants its owner the
ability to kill anyone they know, by writing their name in the book.
ArisiaTV
2:10am
367 Trouble in Mind 1hr 45min
Webster (2)
v The lives of an ex-con, a coffee-shop owner, and a young couple
looking to make it rich intersect in the fictional and hypnotic
Rain City. Film noir in an alternate world. 1985, R.
2:30am
ArisiaTV
3:00am
369 The Brothers Grimm 1hr 58min
ArisiaTV
t Terry Gilliam’s adventure tale of con artist brothers Jake and Will
Grimm, who travel from village to village posing as exterminators of magical creatures. Then they encounter a real magical
curse in a haunted forest with real magical beings. 2005, PG-13
3:55am
370 The Final Countdown 1hr 40min
Webster (2)
v A modern aircraft carrier is thrown back in time to 1941 near
Hawaii, just hours before the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor.
1980, PG-13.
5:00am
371 A Day at the Races 1hr 49min
ArisiaTV
t Not science fiction, but still one of the Marx Brothers’ funniest
movies. A vet posing as a doctor (Groucho), a race horse owner,
and his friends struggle to help keep a sanitarium open with
the help of a misfit racehorse. Contains the masterpiece “Tutsi
Fruitsy ice cream” sequence. 1937, NR
5:40am
372 Camille 1hr 25min
Webster (2)
v A twisted honeymoon road trip about a young couple on their
way to Niagara Falls. Silas is a moody petty-thief. He marries
his parole officer’s niece, believing that he can use the romantic
honeymoon to escape to Canada. Camille is the sweetest girl you
can ever hope to meet. She truly believes that Niagara Falls will
change Silas for the better and won’t let anything stop the honeymoon, not even her death. Adventure, Comedy, Drama, Zombies.
2008, PG-13.
6:00am
373 Revolutionary Girl Utena: The Movie 2hr
Stone (2)
a As a young girl, Utena was visited by a young prince who impressed her so much, she decided to become a prince herself. At
the Ohtori Academy, Utena enters a series of duels to protect
classmate Anthy Himemiya and the power she holds.
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374 Sunday Morning Cartoons 2hr
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7:05am
375 Tommy Tricker and the Stamp Traveller 1hr 40minWebster (2)
v Live action fantasy. Complications ensue when a boy travels the
world by magical stamps. Canada, 1988, G.
8:00am
376 Case Closed Double Feature 3hr
Stone (2)
a This series follows the adventures of teenaged detective, Jimmy
Kudo, who is transformed into a child by an experimental poison.
Taking the identity of detective Conan, he works to solve his own
attempted murder and other cases. The double feature includes
The Time Bombed Skyscraper and The Fourteenth Target.
8:30am
377 Geeky Play Date
Griffin (3E)
Looking to meet up with other parents and kids at the con? Geeky
Play Date is a casual, drop-in space for you and your children.
Kids can bring their favorite toys and make new friends! Parents
can do the same! Please note: this is NOT a babysitting service/
venue, plan on tending to your children. Joan Ruland Donnelly
378 Create Your Own Alien!
Fast Track 1 (3E)
k Do you have an idea of what your outer space friends would look
like? Come and join us in exploring Aliens! John Monahan (m),
Suzanne Palmer
379 The Cutting Truth (Jr.)
Fast Track 2 (3E)
k Some sword-fighting skills involve circling around your opponent, looking for a weakness. Learn how to defeat someone who
only fights in a straight line. Anyone who completes all three
classes is on their way to being a real knight. Stuart Ferguson
380 Gamera The Invincible 1hr 26min
Otis (2)
f An atomic explosion awakens Gamera, a giant fire-breathing
turtle, from his ancient sleep in his subterranean crypt. Grouchy
in the morning, he proceeds to destroy power plants and winds
his way down to Tokyo. 1966, 16mm.
381 Being a Morning Person in Nocturnal Fandom
Revere (2)
Fen are generally thought of as a nocturnal bunch. Many even
take this for granted, assuming that all fen are night owls. What
does it take to survive as an early riser in fandom? How do you
deal with noisy friends up past your bedtime and people who try
to invite you out in the middle of the night? More importantly,
how do you avoid violence from your sleep-addled roommates
early in the morning? Rachael M. Stark
8:45am
383 Asterix & The Vikings
Webster (2)
v Faithful animated version of the René Goscinny comic. English
audio. 2006, PG.
9:00am
384 Distress Call 4hr
g Tamora is subject to planetfall. Repeat, Xeno incursion, can not
hold position. Retreating to fortified bunker position. Position
will not hold, repeat. Position will not hold. They are breaching
outer permitter. The artifact is real. I repeat it is real. This last
transmission was received 2 hours ago, prior to a full tyrannid
hive invasion of the planet. The Deathwatch has been called to
retrieve the artifact found on the planet at all costs.
385 Savage Wild Pennsylvania 4hr
386 Yellow Submarine 1hr 31min
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387 The Who, the Whole Who, & Nothing but the Who Alcott (3W)
A panel discussion of everything and anything that is Doctor
Who. How has the show worked as a vehicle to demonstrate the
changing mores and opinions of society toward acceptable TV
violence through the ages? How has the mythos surrounding
the Time Lord changed? Do we miss the old rubber monsters?
And with all its iterations, how do we determine which are “true
canon?” Patricia M. Cryan, Ira Domnitz, Forest Handford, Tim
Lieder (m), Hildy Silverman
388 DIY and Fandom
Adams (3W)
While fandom may have just the usual proportion of DIY enthusiasts, the results of these projects are very noticeable; from the
terrific hall costumes to the wacky experiments. What makes
fans enjoy a good DIY project? Come learn from our panelists
their favorite tips and tools to make your next project a success.
Aimee Bouchard, Kristen Rose Morris, Judah Sher (m), James
Turner
389 Traditional Stories, Modern Audiences
Douglas (3W)
When retelling a traditional story for a modern audience, what
are some of the changes that may have to be made? What compromises come up between authenticity and modern thinking?
Vikki Ciaffone (m), April Grant, Alexander Jablokov, Bob Kuhn,
Meredith Schwartz
390 Disaster Preparedness for Fans
Burroughs (3E)
In this Arisia favorite, we’ll discuss ways to protect what’s important to you from random acts of disaster, including yourself.
How do I protect my books from flooding? What should I put in a
disaster kit? Is renters insurance worth buying? Come learn how
to prepare yourself for when the alien, cyborg zombies invade!
John Costello, T. Christopher Davis, Sean Kane, James Macdonald, Carsten Turner (m)
391 Aliens in 20th Century Science Fiction Art
Carlton (3E)
Green-skinned girls, BEMs, hideous pseudopods, and other weird
creatures will run riot in this slide show. Join the open discussion
on the great SF artists, their styles, and innovations in the depiction of alien beings. Lex Berman, Brianna Wu, Frank Wu
392 The Hugo Awards: An Introduction
Griffin (3E)
Not just for Worldcon attendees! Demystifying the nominating
and voting process behind SF&F’s most prominent award, and
showing how easy and rewarding it is to become part of the Hugo
award process. Jill Eastlake, Paula Lieberman, René Walling (m)
393 2,326 Worlds And Counting
Independence (3E)
At one time it was thought planetary formation was a rare occurrence, but in the past few years scientists have been finding
more and more planets outside our solar system. As of December
2011, NASA’s Kepler mission has identified 2,326 unconfirmed
planetary candidates. Most are gas giants but some have not only
turned out near Earth-sized, but in the habitable zone as well.
Come hear our panelists talk on the latest extrasolar planetary
findings. Alan MacRobert
394 The Leiji-verse
Lewis (3E)
As an anime and manga pioneer, Leiji Matsumoto, co-creator
of Star Blazers and creator Captain Harlock, has imagined and
re-imagined his heroes over decades. Come join our panel of experts to find out how it all fits together. Mario Di Giacomo, Ed
Fuqua (m), Felicitas Ivey, Michael Toole, Doug Wilder
395 Trash to Treasure!
Fast Track 1 (3E)
k Do you like just grabbing random things and creating ART?
Come join us and let your creativity flow! Sheila Oranch
396 Creepy Crawlies Time!
Fast Track 2 (3E)
k Come and learn about different insects! John Monahan
397 RoboBattlePets
Fast Track 3 (3E)
k Erik Matson will read from his book RoboBattlePets—Squiddy
Attack! Then you can design and draw your own RoboBattlePet.
398 Origami Fun
Fast Track 4 (3E)
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the ancient art of Japanese paper folding. Rachel Kadel-Garcia,
Sparr (m), “Zubie” Zeballos
399 Illuminati 2hr
g The classic game of conspiracy, this will use all three decks plus
the booster pack cards for a completely strange and wild game of
Illuminati.
400 The Dead of the Night 4hr
g In the quie town of Springdale, cattle have been going missing at
night and no one seems to know anything. You have been hired
by the mayor to figure out what’s going on.
401 The Best Young-Adult and Children’s Comics
Hancock (2)
Are you looking for material suitable for your kids? Or are you
seeking to convert that favored niece or nephew into your lifelong
hobby? Come share recommendations suitable for the younger
crowd. Alexander Danner (m), Brandy Danner, Shelli Paroline,
Richard A. Silva
402 Humor in Writing
Otis (2)
As the saying goes, “Dying is easy, comedy is hard.” Why is writing
humor so difficult? How much is too much or too little? How are
different styles of humor conveyed through the writing? Greg R.
Fishbone, Esther Friesner, Toni L.P. Kelner, Barry B. Longyear (m),
Nicole Peeler
403 Ending the Epic
Paine (2)
There is a lot of advice on how to start a gaming campaign but
what about the finale? Tying it all together to give the PCs and
the tale the best resolution can be as challenging as starting a
new campaign. Our panelists discuss the many endings a story
can have and how to make it work both for the narrative and your
players. Genevieve Iseult Eldredge (m), Stuart Ferguson, Bill Levay, Carolyn VanEseltine
404 Reading: Dawn, Feinman, & Sawicki
Quincy (2)
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405 What is the Society for Creative Anachronism?
Revere (2)
What is the Society for Creative Anachronism? How did the
Society start, who are the members, what time periods do they
study, what activities do they offer, and is it also for children? All
that and more explained in this panel. Melina Gunnett, Woodrow
Hill, Toni Lay, Barbara Menard Pugliese, Mark “Justin du Coeur”
Waks (m)
406 Blood Drive 6hr
Lobby (2)
407 Video 201: Director & Technical Dir. Instruction
This workshop will provide instruction on what it takes to be
a director at a convention. Instruction will include how to use
multi-camera systems of the type in use at Arisia. Learn shot
assignment, composition, selection and timing. Learn how to
communicate with your talent and crew over the production intercom system. Immediately following this panel will be a chance
for you to try out your new knowledge in a low risk environment
with a skilled director backing you up. Syd Weinstein
408 Autograph—Popkes, Sakers & Vanderhoof
Steve Popkes, Don Sakers, JoSelle Vanderhooft
409 Ladies’ and Gentlemen’s Sewing Circle
Crafty Space (1E)
A general sewing circle for people to craft, sew, and make new
friends. Didn’t bring a project with you or just want to learn
something new? Come learn to bead a cabochon onto fabric and
other fabric beading techniques. Kits for sale with all materials
($8) or bring your own fabric, stiffened felt, needles, or beads.
Cabochons are available as well for a nominal fee. Lisa A. Ashton
10:05am
410 My Sarah Jane & Final Episodes 1hr 5min
Webster (2)
v Bid farewell to Sarah Jane Smith. 2011, PG.
10:40am
411 Why Man Creates 24min
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412 Another Hour with Devo Spice 1hr Harbor Ballroom III (3E)
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413 Genshiken Vol. 1 2hr
Stone (2)
a This explores the otaku lifestyle through a group of high school
students. Drawn together by shared interests, these otaku explore
friendship through their club, and cope with those in their lives
who don’t see eye to eye with their hobbies.
414 Lightsaber Combat of the Sword Masters 30min
s Many of the lightsaber techniques we see in the Star Wars movies
are based on Japanese katana and European longsword traditions.
Watch as the Higgins Armory Sword Guild presents a lightsaber
demonstration based on historically accurate European swordplay techniques used in the Middle Ages and Renaissance. May
the Force be with you!
11:05am
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11:10am
416 Mrs Peppercorn’s Magical Reading Room 25min Webster (2)
v Eloise moves to Black Lake, a remote Cornish fishing village.
Whilst there she discovers her life isn’t quite what she thought it
was. G.
11:30am
417 Why You Should/Should Not Self-Publish
Alcott (3W)
The good news is that anyone can self-publish. The bad news is,
well, just that. There’s a lot of stigma associated with self-publishing, even more so than small-press publishing. Why? What can
authors who wish to self-publish do to avoid this? When should
you consider being your own publisher versus letting someone
else publish your work? Myke Cole, Gordon Linzner, Don Sakers,
Ian Randal Strock, Michael A. Ventrella (m)
418 The Generation and Utilization of Steam
Adams (3W)
All about steam technology, with expanded uses of steam beyond
mad science. The generation and utilization of steam for locomotive force. The power of the piston. The work of the wormgear. James Bredt, James Hinsey, Ian Schleifer (m), James B. Van
Bokkelen
419 Myth and Folklore in Fantasy
Douglas (3W)
How do writers use myth in their stories? What are the most
common myth cycles drawn from? Has traditional folklore been
run out of town by urban legends? Why is the appeal of these
stories so strong after millennia? Erik Amundsen, Esther Friesner,
Greer Gilman, Merav Hoffman (m), Sonya Taaffe
420 Steampunk: Boom or Bust?
Burroughs (3E)
Steampunk is the current new fad. Of course, SF fandom said that
about anime 15 years ago and it’s still going strong. Is steampunk
here to stay or will it fizzle out in a puff of steam? And now that
steampunk cons are popping up, is there room in the fannish calendar for everything? Hugh Casey, Mario Di Giacomo, Melissa
Honig, David Larochelle (m), Judah Sher
421 Getting Ideas for Costumes and Presentations Carlton (3E)
Where do they come from? Do ideas just appear wholly formed
to some costumers? Our panel discusses the origin and evolution
of costume themes and inspirations. Lisa A. Ashton (m), Sarah
Goodman, Toni Lay, Jennifer Old, Solveig Pflueger
422 Braiding Voices: Singing Rounds & Related FormsGriffin (3E)
Take simple threads of music and weave them into a fabric of
harmony: Rounds, guazas, and maybe a quodlibet or two. This
session is dedicated to the memory of Lois Mangan, Filk Hall Of
Fame inductee for her efforts in organizing, recruiting, and promoting the music of fandom, and an enthusiastic rounds filker.
Anabel Graetz, Ellen Kranzer, Julia Suggs, Susan Weiner (m)
423 Painting and Costuming for Dolls
Independence (3E)
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could use your talents and show your skill in another way? Something that draws most people to dolls is how customizable they
are. At this panel we’ll show some dolls from full sets to hybrid
modified, talk about how you can mix and match, and discuss
customizing/modding them yourselves or finding artists to commission. Come talk to experts on costuming dolls and customizing Asian Ball-Jointed dolls. Dawn Albright, Corey Blumenthal,
Mary Dumas (m), Heidi Hooper, Amanda Koval
424 Intelligent Design: Debunked by its Own Words
Lewis (3E)
Intelligent Design (ID) continues to plague American science
education. Its proponents claim that it is science, and they publish many articles and books which those not versed in scientific
methods may confuse for real research. This talk presents a novel
and useful technique for debunking ID that analyzes the words
that its authors use in their articles. This method quantifies ID’s
basic shortcoming, which is that there are no data to support its
claims. Abby Hafer
425 No Capes! Non-Superhero Comics
Hancock (2)
The majority of comics are hero/superhero based. Is there a place
at the table for non-hero drama? If not, why? Discover new nonhero titles and discuss some of your own favorites with others.
Alexander Danner, Sarah Hodge-Wetherbe, Alex Jarvis (m), Don
MacDonald, Mark “Justin du Coeur” Waks
426 Homeschooling: An Alternative Education
Otis (2)
Should I homeschool my kids? There are many assumptions about
homeschooling—why people do it, the pitfalls and benefits, and
what kids think of it—not to mention the many different types
of Homeschooling (i.e., Eclectic Learning, Structured Learning,
Unschooling, etc). Come talk to our panelists, fans who either
homeschool or were homeschooled themselves, and see if there’s
something in it for you! William “Ian” Blanton, Josephine Monreal (m), Kristen Rose Morris, Sean Sullivan, Bonnie Barlow Turner,
Aimee Yermish
427 Great Games without the M Rating
Paine (2)
Halo, Red Dead Redemption, Assasin’s Creed, and many other
cutting edge award winning RPG games are available on electronic game systems. They are popular with everyone, but all are
rated M for mature. What are some fantastically well-developed
and well-written games that aren’t so big on the gore and sex?
Shana Fuqua, Adam Lipkin, Mitchell Morris (m)
428 UnCONventional Rapid-Fire Reading
Quincy (2)
r UnCONventional is an anthology of sci-fi and fantasy stories
set in cons that are a cover-up for something paranormal. Come
hear samples from it by several of the contributing authors. Vikki
Ciaffone, Justine Graykin, Kate Kaynak, Ira Nayman, Pamela van
Hylckama Vlieg, Trisha Wooldridge
429 SF/Fantasy Pictionary
Revere (2)
The audience divides into two opposing teams. Each team comes
up with appropriately themed titles, objects, concepts, etc. to
throw against their opponents. Panelist artists must then draw
these out until either someone in the audience guesses correctly
or their time runs out! Ctein, Bob Kuhn (m), Thomas Nackid
430 The Anachronism & Timothy 20min
Webster (2)
v In “The Anachronism” a science expedition propels two children
toward an enigmatic encounter at the edge of their known world.
In “Timothy”, rebel against your robot overlord. Both PG.
431 Salem Zouaves: Civil War Bayonet Drill 30min
s In the mid-nineteenth century, a military fashion craze swept
Europe and the United States. Known as Zouaves, they were
originally French-Algerian light infantry famous for their colorful Turkish uniforms, athletic precision drill, and ferocity with
cold steel in battle. The Salem Light Infantry, an elite militia
company from Salem, Massachusetts, went Zouave in April,
1861. This presentation will feature a demonstration in uniform
of the bayonet-fencing drill practiced by the Salem Zouaves. Higgins Armory
432 Video 201 Lab: Directing & Tech. Dir. Hands-On 5hr 30min
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in main tent. Sign up for slots will be available at the instruction
class at 10:00 AM Sunday. Syd Weinstein
433 Planning for Sound at Conventions Commonwealth ABC (1W)
Now that you have helped out with Sound at a Convention, how
do you move to the next step? Come to this panel and discover
what goes on behind the scenes to make sure that all of the Sound
needs of a Convention are met in a cost effective yet professional
manner. This discussion will include details about equipment
choice and specification including demonstrations of some of the
equipment. A list of additional panelists will be published in the
Convention Newsletter. Paul Kraus
434 Autograph—Brennan, Fishbone, & Limoncelli
Adrianne Brennan, Greg R. Fishbone, Tom Limoncelli
435 Handmade Faerie Wings
Crafty Space (1E)
A class on how to make your own beautiful Faerie wings. Kits
will be included for up to 10 people, so participants will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Kits will be $20 for this
workshop. However, Arisia patrons are welcome to come in and
observe. Children must be supervised by an adult as we use wire
and hot glue for this project. Maximum of 10 participants. Please
sign up in Program Nexus. Christa J. Newman
436 Masquerade Replay 2hr
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12:00pm
437 Gilbert & Sullivan’s Steampunk Operetta 2hr 10minWebster (2)
v Live theater presentation of Ruddigore with Steampunk interpretation. From a limited DVD run of 50 copies, recorded live in
Everett, Washington. 2011, PG.
438 The Secret of the Chimera 6hr
g There once was a pirate named Silver Jack. Before he died, his
final words were, “My fortune is yours for the finding. But you’ll
have to find it first. I left everything I own in ONE CHEST.” Generations have searched for it, but no one has found a clue… until
now. A ship has been found which conceals a clue. I warn you,
these pirates do NOT play nice. But you can’t turn back. Not now.
12:30pm
439 Songs of Myth and Magic 1hr
e Kellianna is an American pagan artist internationally performing song and chant inspired by myth, magic, sacred places and
ancient times. With guitar and vocals she brings to life the stories
and sagas of the Gods and Goddesses. With Native American
frame drum and chant she honors the Earth and the Ancestors
via primal drumming and powerful vocals. www.kellianna.com
1:00pm
440 TV Year in Review
Alcott (3W)
Look back at SF, horror and fantasy in 2011 on TV. What were the
memorable shows? What are the new ones to watch? Vampires,
time travel, super heroes—what’s hot and what’s not? Howard
Beatman (m), Adam Lipkin, Misty Pendragon
441 Extremophiles
Adams (3W)
An extremophile is an organism that thrives in extreme conditions that are detrimental to most life on Earth. From bacteria
living in the Chernobyl reactors to giant tubeworms living under
extreme pressure and temperatures in deep sea rifts, scientists
are finding life can thrive in nearly any environment. Come hear
about some of the toughest creatures on, and under, the Earth.
Abby Hafer, Jeff Hecht, John Monahan, Dr. James Prego (m)
442 Point of View
Douglas (3W)
The use of different points of view can reveal or obscure elements
of your story from the audience. Do certain points of view only
work with certain types of stories? What are the strengths and
weaknesses of each form? Elaine Isaak (m), Victoria Janssen,
Joshua Palmatier, David Sklar, Michael A. Ventrella
443 Arisia Lightning Talks 2hr 45min
Burroughs (3E)
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ting edge Mars research to community activism projects to the
latest in game development. Fabrisse (m), Michael McAfee, and
many others…
444 Costuming on the Cheap
Carlton (3E)
How to look like a million bucks without actually spending that
much. Where to find inexpensive fabrics, ready-made, and accessories, and how to re-make them into one-of-a-kind creations in
these tough economic times. Also, how to make costumes if you
can’t afford a sewing machine. Alex Newman (m), Solveig Pflueger,
Carol Salemi, Nightwing Whitehead
445 Figure Drawing Workshop – Models in Costume Griffin (3E)
x As a follow-up to the Figure Drawing Workshop, models will do a
variety of short- and medium-length poses in costume! Everyone
is welcome to sketch and paint. Please bring your own supplies.
Suford Lewis
446 Jack Arnold at 100
Independence (3E)
This October will mark the 100th anniversary of the birth of Jack
Arnold, one of the best directors of SF films in the 1950s. Among
his credits are It Came from Outer Space, Tarantula, Creature
from the Black Lagoon and The Incredible Shrinking Man. Let’s
examine the career of this director whose work also included
stints on TV series ranging from Gilligan’s Island to Buck Rogers in the 25th Century. Why did his films stand out in the glut
of 1950s SF movies? Bob Eggleton (m), James Macdonald, Karen
Sullivan, James Zavaglia
447 Being a Sex-Positive Parent
Lewis (3E)
You want your kids to be open minded, tolerant people. You want
them to know they can be anybody they want to be and date whoever they want to date. You want to be open with them about your
lifestyle… but how much is too much? Are there pitfalls to openly
communicating about sexuality with your kids? Where is the balance between too little info and over-sharing? Come share ideas
with other parents and discuss how to talk to your kids without
squicking them out. Bridget Joyce Boyle, Vonnie Carts-Powell,
Ken Olum (m), Frances K. Selkirk, Michelle Wexelblat
448 Paper Rockets
Fast Track 1 (3E)
k Build rockets out of paper and launch them with straws, learning
about mass and density and Newton’s laws by playing with air
resistance. Then play Conquer the Corners, in teams that manufacture rockets and attack each others’ castles. Scott Wilhelm
449 I’ve Got All the Balls in the Air, Now What? Fast Track 2 (3E)
k Juggling for Kids; for both first-time and experienced jugglers.
Peter Breton, Adam Fromm (m)
450 What are Your Favorites to Read?
Fast Track 3 (3E)
k Do you like to read? Come and share your favorites! Whether it is
classics like the Hobbit or more modern works like Manga! (Child
Only Event) Dawn Albright
451 Duct Tape Roses
Fast Track 4 (3E)
k Learn how to make roses out of duct tape! Twenty participants
max. Feel free to BYO tape (2–3 colors), but limited colors will be
available. Katherine Brick
452 Grueling Game Tournament 5hr
g 4 games in 5 hours. Prizes awarded to the top 4 players. Stop into
gaming for complete rules and to sign up for the tournament.
453 Sunday Afternoon Sealed Magic 4hr Harbor Ballroom II (3E)
g $25 entry fee.
454 Wonder Woman
Hancock (2)
2011 was supposed to be a banner year for the Amazing Amazon,
and a new TV show had been planned for the season. However,
writer J. Michael Stracynzski jumped ship a few months in and
the pilot never took off. Now Wonder Woman finds herself in the
midst of yet another reboot as part of the “DCnU,” and like many
of her fellow DC heroes, she may have lost most of her history
in the shuffle. What does the future hold for the number one female super hero? Bob Chipman, Ed Fuqua, Woodrow Hill, Donna
Martinez (m), Mercy E. Van Vlack
455 Meet the Worldcon Bids
Otis (2)
What’s a Worldcon, who wants to run one, and why should you
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go? Meet representatives from seated Worldcons and future
Worldcon bids. Aurora Celeste, Mary Dumas, Pam “Izumi” Larson, René Walling (m), Jeff Warner, Frank Wu
456 Beyond the Controller
Paine (2)
With the expanding prevalence of motion-based controls (the
Wii, XBox Kinect, Playstation Move), video games have moved
beyond the decades’ old corded-joystick controller format. Learn
about some of the novel applications of this technology. How is it
shaping the future of gaming and opening it up to new audiences?
Bill Levay, Maddy Myers, Carolyn VanEseltine (m)
457 Reading: Cole, Hairston, & Silverman
Quincy (2)
r Myke Cole, Andrea Hairston, Hildy Silverman
458 Copyright, Satire, and the Public Domain
Revere (2)
A comprehensive look at copyright law, fair use, satire, and what
is considered public domain. Ira Domnitz, William Frank (m),
Nicole L. M. Jurkowski, Richard Stallman, Alan Wexelblat
459 Alice “Badger” Washburn Memorial Filk Sing
Stone (2)
Alice E. Washburn, a.k.a. Badger died on 26 December, 2011.
Since she loved filk, we will celebrate her life by singing. Merav
Hoffman, Persis L. Thorndike (m)
460 Q & A with Phil and Kaja Foglio
Ask your questions of Phil and Kaja… no Girl Genius spoilers,
please. Kaja Foglio, Phil Foglio
461 Disco Line Dancing 1hr Commonwealth Ballroom ABC (1W)
Come dance like it’s 1978! Easy disco-era line dances to 1970s
dance hits. Including the Saturday Night Fever line dance!
Scary 1970s costume welcome. No partner needed. Susan de
Guardiola
462 Art Show Docent Tour with Gareth Hinds
Art Show (1E)
x Our art Guest of Honor tours the art show with a small group and
answers questions about his work. There is a limited number of
participants.
463 Autograph—Lieder, Linzner, & Smith Autograph Space (1E)
Tim Lieder, Gordon Linzner, Sarah Smith
464 Watercolor and Pen & Ink Workshop
Crafty Space (1E)
x Have you ever been interested in doing comics-style art? Come
try working with watercolor and pen & ink. Don MacDonald
1:30pm
465 Helvetica 1hr 20min
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466 Circus Maximus 4hr
g It’s part ancient Rome, part demolition derby, part NASCAR,
part socrery and divine intervention. We’ll be using Pathfinder
rules to play out the race. Come prepared with creative schemes
and sly tricks to hinder your opponents and win the race, but no
significant experience with D&D or Pathfinder is required.
2:10pm
467 Johnny and the Bomb 1hr 45min
Webster (2)
v Terry Pratchett’s whirl-wind adventure. Thirteen-year-old
Johnny and his friends are drawn in when they help a seemingly
homeless old woman Mrs Tachyon. 2006, PG.
2:30pm
468 On The Fringe
Alcott (3W)
Has Fringe quietly become the best SF show currently on TV?
Do you have to watch it from the beginning to get involved, or
can viewers jump in and pick up the significance of Olivia and
Walter vs. Faux-livia and Walternate? How do they get away with
episodes entirely in the alternate universe, and will both universes be able to survive? And isn’t the “real Massachusetts” of
the show a bit of an alternate universe itself? Thomas Boutilier,
Patricia M. Cryan (m), Melina Gunnett, PJ Letersky, Cynthia A.
Shettle-Meleedy
469 Use Your Words: Dialogoue, Prose, and Tone
Adams (3W)
It’s been said that the purpose of dialogue is to move the plot
forward. How do you do that effectively? How does choice of
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prose change the reader’s take on the setting and the story? If
you have a specific tone in mind—light and humorous or dark
and full of angst—how can that be conveyed effectively through
your dialogue and prose? Our panelists discuss the methods and
mechanics for constructing effective dialogue and prose to help
set the tone of your story. Debra Doyle, Catt Kingsgrave-Ernstein,
Joy Marchand (m), Resa Nelson, Kenneth Schneyer
470 Making Art on Commission
Douglas (3W)
Many artists make their living via commissioned artwork: illustrations for advertising or book covers, sculpture, props/costumes for plays. How does an artist find commission work? How
does one handle client relations, good money management, and
other mundane business aspects while remaining sane and still
satisfying one’s own artistic drive? Rhea Ewing (m), Jacob Lefton,
James Mobius, Mimi Noyes, Mercy E. Van Vlack
471 Disability and Fandom
Carlton (3E)
Many fen have disabilities, and they aren’t always obvious to the
outside world. Are these disabilities barriers to full participation
in the fannish community? What can conventions do to make
sure every fan gets the full convention experience? What can all
fans do to help their fellow fen who need it? Cheryl Braverman,
Stephanie Clarkson (m), Jaime Garmendia, Selkiechick, Bonnie
Barlow Turner
472 Rousing Chorus Songs
Griffin (3E)
An open sing emphasizing songs—folk, filk, whatever—with uncommonly good choruses that really pull people in. Jeff Keller,
Angela Kessler, Jeremy H. Kessler (m)
473 Marshall McLuhan Centennial
Independence (3E)
The medium of the future is still the message. This year is the
centennial of Marshall McLuhan’s birth, and his views on media
have had a huge influence. Let’s look ahead at the future of media
and in what ways McLuhan’s insights may be overtaken by events
or, on the contrary, continue to be relevant. Lex Berman, David
Larochelle (m), John G. McDaid, Ira Nayman, James Zavaglia
474 History in Japanese Anime and Manga
Lewis (3E)
There are a number of criticisms regarding the portrayal of major
historical events in Japanese anime. What would be considered
historical anime? To what degree does historical accuracy matter? Consider, for example, the snarky comments at the beginning of Samurai Champloo. What role do alternate histories play
(e.g., Jin-Roh: The Wolf Brigade)? Felicitas Ivey, Timothy J. Tero,
Doug Wilder, Jennifer Yoo (m)
475 Make a Catnip Mouse
Fast Track 1 (3E)
k Learn to make a catnip mouse for your favorite feline. Solveig
Pflueger
476 Swords and Combat from Steam to Space Fast Track 2 (3E)
k Join the Higgins Armory Sword Guild for a demonstration of
combat with swords and other hand weapons, as they appear
in some of our day’s most popular stories and as they were used
historically. Then become a part of the action as you learn the
authentic historical techniques that inspired today’s writers and
filmmakers. Weapons covered may include lightsabers (medieval
longsword or Renaissance rapier techniques), nineteenth-century bayonets, cutlasses, and daggers.
477 Annie McGwire and the Time Flyer
Fast Track 3 (3E)
k Come hear about Annie McGwire and the Time Flyer, read by the
author Mike Ziniti.
478 Quilting Basics
Fast Track 4 (3E)
k Learn how to take small pieces of fabric and put them together
to make a doll-sized blanket or a teddy-bear blanket. Dawn Albright, Katherine Brick (m)
479 Tea with Special Guests 1hr 30min Harbor Ballroom III (3E)
Join us for tea and conversation with some of our special guests.
Tickets must be bought in advance. Hugh Casey, Bob Eggleton,
Kaja Foglio, Phil Foglio, Esther Friesner, Marty Gear, Gareth
Hinds, Hildy Silverman, Cecilia Tan, Trisha Wooldridge, Eric “in
the Elevator” Zuckerman
480 Creating Minicomics
Hancock (2)
Minicomics are a great DIY way of making comics with very
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minimal requirements, and they’re also a popular way of getting
started in the indie comics scene. There’s a lot of material for discussion: comparing and contrasting with webcomics, different
methods and genres of comic storytelling, the 24-Hour Comic
movement, and local creators (Boston has a number of mini
creators and several comic shops that sell minis). E. J. Barnes,
Alexander Danner (m), David Marshall, Joey Peters, Gynn Stella
Silva
481 The Future of School
Otis (2)
Science fiction writers have often written about changes that
technology might make to education, from the students “desks”
in Orson Scott Cards Enders’ Game to Heinlein’s observations
and critiques of education in his juvenile fiction. What kinds of
alternate education exist now? How does emerging technology
effect the learners of tomorrow? Will school still be out for summer? William “Ian” Blanton (m), Michael Bonet, David Nurenberg, Sarah Smith, Sean Sullivan
482 Introduction to Tabletop Roleplaying
Paine (2)
Are you curious about tabletop role-playing but never tried it?
Looking for something fun, social, and cheap to do with your
friends and/or family? Or have you it, but want to know more?
Our panel of experienced gamers will explain what you need to
start running or playing in a game, and how to make your games
better. T. Christopher Davis, Ed Fuqua, Peter Maranci, Mitchell
Morris, Jonathan Woodward (m)
483 Speculative Poetry Slam
Quincy (2)
Join us for a speculative poetry reading! Erik Amundsen, April
Grant, Shira Lipkin, Julia Rios, Elayna Jade Smolowitz (m), Sonya
Taaffe, JoSelle Vanderhooft
484 Harry Potter, My Love for You Will Never Die
Revere (2)
Even though it is the end of an era, as the last Harry Potter film
was released, the love for these books and characters will continue. New fans will emerge, inspiring creativity in Fan Fiction,
Wizard Rock, Cosplay and more. Harry Potter conferences and
conventions bring fans together, and the Wizarding World of
HP at Universal Resorts will give fans a place to visit for years to
come. Is HP Fandom destined to take a place next to Star Trek
and Star Wars fandoms with a permanent presence? Michelle
d’Entremont, James Hinsey, Frances K. Selkirk, Pamela van
Hylckama Vlieg
485 Cross-Step Waltz for Dummies 1hr Commonwealth ABC (1W)
Learn this beautiful, flowing modern waltz form that can be
danced to many non-traditional songs. This session is especially
for those without couple dance experience. Flat shoes suggested.
No partner needed, no experience required. Susan de Guardiola
486 Autograph—Kane & Kaynak
Catherine Kane, Kate Kaynak
487 Mail ‘n’ Flail
Crafty Space (1E)
If knitters can “stitch ‘n’ bitch,” mailers can have a mail ‘n’ flail!
Bring your own work or purchase a kit and work while we talk
mailing. All experience levels welcome, except absolute beginners. Liz Cademy
3:00pm
488 Cthulhu Over Filmland 4hr
489 Airship Bonanza 4hr
490 Real, Real Steel or the Real Robot Genre 6hr
Stone (2)
a Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam: Heirs to the Stars—Condensed for
theatrical release. Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn—The events
depicted occur three years after Mobile Suit Gundam: Char’s
Counterattack. Evangelion 1.11: You Are (Not) Alone—This is
an updated re-imagining of the original series, Neon Genesis
Evangelion.
491 Belly Dance Show 2hr
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by the shimmying undulations of belly dance. Join us as belly
dancers explore brave new worlds of geeky belly dance fusion,
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featuring inventive performances from some of the Milky Way’s
finest dancers! (Shown live on Arisia-TV.) Samara Martin, Katrina Meyer (m)
492 Belly Dance Show (live) 2hr
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493 Harry Potter: The Films
Alcott (3W)
With the release of the final Deathly Hallows film last year, we
seem to have reached the end of an era. Wipe your tears and
swallow back your sobs, for now we discuss the transformation
of the beloved books into the box office-dominating film series. Is
this truly the end? Melissa Gavazzi, James Hinsey, Resa Nelson,
Michael A. Ventrella (m)
494 Poly 279: Poly Parenting
Adams (3W)
Mixing multiple relationships with raising children introduces
a host of new complications as well as possibilities. How do you
answer questions, schedule your time, and mix parenting styles?
These and other questions will be discussed. Aimee Bouchard,
Brian Glass, Joy Marchand, Ken Olum, Santiago Rivas (m)
495 Diana Wynne Jones: In Memoriam
Douglas (3W)
With the passing of the enormously prolific Diane Wynne Jones,
we reflect on the body of work she has left us, from the Chrestomanci series to Howl’s Moving Castle. What is it about her work
as a primarily YA fantasy author that draws even adult attention?
Greer Gilman, Merav Hoffman, Bob Kuhn (m), Frances K. Selkirk,
Sonya Taaffe
496 Funniest Songs Sing-Along
Burroughs (3E)
A hour filled with the funniest filk and geeky songs we could find.
Lyrics will be projected and a leader will play accompaniment so
everyone can join in! Paul Estin (m), Susan Weiner
497 Avoiding CultureFail
Carlton (3E)
How can writers best avoid creating simplistic or hurtful imaginary cultures? How can you avoid portraying real world cultures
without resorting to stereotypes? Is doing research enough?
Where do you start? Dash (m), Michelle d’Entremont, Andrea
Hairston, Woodrow Hill
498 Northern Lights Costumers’ Guild Meet-up
Griffin (3E)
Northern Lights is a chapter of the International Costumers’
Guild, a non-profit organization that seeks to educate the public
and enjoy the construction and wearing of all forms of costume.
Jerome C. Conner, Jill Eastlake, Elizabeth O’Malley
499 A “Self” or “No Self?” Neuroscience in SFIndependence (3E)
Does the self exist? Would AI necessarily be smarter than us
in all ways, or are there aspects in which analog intelligence is
inherently superior? The implications for post-Singularity SF
include the question of whether purely digital intelligences (such
as uploaded minds) or cyborgs (brains enhanced with digital
components) would triumph and what writing about either may
entail. Glenn Grant, Justine Graykin, Wil Howitt (m), Dennis McCunney, Eric M. Van
500 Anime as Art
Lewis (3E)
The popularity and commercial success of anime world-wide
has resulted in the publication of art books based on anime and
manga characters—but is this really art? Or is the art of anime
on the same level as the art of Disney? Mary Dumas (m), Bettina
Kurkoski, Mimi Noyes, Timothy J. Tero
501 Gum Drops and Castles!
Fast Track 1 (3E)
k Try your hand at using gum drops and toothpicks to build your
very own Mini Castle! Katherine Brick
502 Flying High with Paper
Fast Track 2 (3E)
k Paper, paper everywhere! Come and learn how to make paper airplanes! Judah Sher (m), Elayna Jade Smolowitz, “Zubie” Zeballos
503 The Hobbit
Fast Track 3 (3E)
k Join us for a reading of The Hobbit. Walter Hunt, Peter
Maranci (m)
504 The Black Box
Fast Track 4 (3E)
k How do you know something is there and what it looks like when
you can’t even see it? How do we know what atoms are and what
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they look like? Examine objects hidden in black objects with
probes to figure out what they are. Then build your own black
box, hide your own mysteries inside, and challenge each other.
Scott Wilhelm
505 Copyright/Trademark 101
Hancock (2)
Don’t be fooled by thinking the poor man’s copyright will protect your art! We aim to answer your questions about how the
law impacts your creative works. This is the who (author/artist),
what (7 Enumerated Rights), when (protection begins), where
(registration and public domain), why (it matters), and how (to) of
preparing what you create to put it out to the world. We also aim
to tell you what isn’t copyright, what isn’t fair game on the internet, and what you don’t want to learn the hard way. E. J. Barnes,
William Frank, David J. Friedman (m), Nicole L. M. Jurkowski,
Daniel Miller
506 The Near Future of Organ Transplants
Otis (2)
What new organ transplant technologies are on the horizon, and
what are their possible implications? What do these advances
mean as a practical matter for patients and donors? Thomas A.
Amoroso, John C. F. Hodges (m), Dr. James Prego, Genevieve Yang
507 Writing As Business
Paine (2)
You’ve got your manuscripts and cover letters ready, and you’re
sending out submissions. How do you market yourself? Should
you hire an agent, and how do you work with them? What are
the rights that can be attached to a short story or novel for the
author? When do rights revert back to the author? Is self-publishing a viable option, and what are the pros and cons of doing it? Where do you go for help and advice? Adrianne Brennan,
Leah Cypess, Genevieve Iseult Eldredge, Greg R. Fishbone, Trisha
Wooldridge (m)
Quincy (2)
Feedback for the staff about the convention so far. Andrea Carney, Emily Coombs, David D’Antonio, Samantha Dings, Crystal
Huff, Rick Kovalcik, Benjamin Levy, Alan McAvinney, Daniel Noe,
Peter Olszowka, Noel Rosenberg, Cris Shuldiner (m), Rachel L. Silber, Michael Sprague, Julia Suggs
509 Punday!
Revere (2)
The Punday contest is an elimination contest to determine which
panelist can make the best/worst puns right to the end. Howard
Beatman, Michael McAfee, Richard Stallman, Doug Wilder,
James A. Wolf
510 This Week on Brit TV 3hr
Webster (2)
v The review of the latest in British Television. See schedule at
door.
511 Play Poker for a Good Cause, with Phil Foglio 1hr 30min
Phil Foglio is well-known for his skills as an artist, writer, and
Chief Architect of the Chromium Meerkat All-Tenor Jug 0Band.
But what does he do for fun? He plays poker! Ever wanted to show
off your brilliant poker variation to one of the authors of Dealer’s
Choice: The Complete Handbook of Saturday Night Poker? Now’s
your chance! Don’t know how to play? We’ll teach you. It’s all in
good fun. Want to read up beforehand? Visit http://bit.ly/tssQBt
Daniel Reuben Abraham (m), Phil Foglio
512 Cross-Step Waltz for Experienced folk 1hr
Introduction to cross-step waltz for those who already have some
dance experience (couple dancing, contra, etc.) Learn the basics
and a few variations for this beautiful modern waltz form that
can be danced to a wide variety of music. Flat shoes suggested.
No partner needed. Susan de Guardiola
513 Art Show Auction 2hr
Art Show (1E)
x Your walls and shelves cry out for a fabulous piece of SF or Fantasy
art! Works from the Art Show that have received enough bids are
sold at the Arisia Art Auction. We also auction donated pieces
and orphans from Art Shows long ago. Proceeds from these unclaimed pieces will go to the Arisia Grant Fund that gives money
to needy SF cons and exciting science fiction and fantasy-related
projects. Buy art for a song or bust your budget—just make sure
you come!
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514 Autograph—Hinds (4–4:30), Ewing & Long-Ewing
Rhea Ewing, Gareth Hinds, Kimberley Long-Ewing
515 Miniatures in Gaming: Painting Tips & Techniques
Crafty Space (1E)
Panelists discuss and demonstrate their own techniques for
miniature painting, exchanging tips and tricks with other miniatures enthusiasts. Includes discussion of priming, reducing flash,
and shading. This is in the craft space, so demonstrations and
participation are possible and encouraged (BYO supplies). Alex
Feinman (m), Steven Hammond, Brennan Martin
5:00pm
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517 3D Art & Sculpture
Alcott (3W)
Sculpture and 3D Art can be enticing and beautiful, invite touch
and interactivity, and wow the crowd. What is some successful
3D art out there? What is the range of materials used by such artists, and what does their creative process look like? Jacob Lefton,
Mimi Noyes (m), Carsten Turner
518 Bioethics in Today’s World
Adams (3W)
Bioethics is a field of study concerned with the ethics and philosophical implications of biological and medical procedures, technologies, and treatments such as organ transplants, genetic engineering, and care of the terminally ill. Given currently emerging
biological technologies, where do we draw the ethical line and for
what reason? For example, are embryonic stem cells on the way
out as a research material, and are their suggested replacements
any better ethically? Thomas A. Amoroso (m), John C. F. Hodges,
Shava Nerad, Karen Purcell DVM, Richard Stallman
519 Food Communicating Culture in Literature
Douglas (3W)
How do writers communicate things about their cultures and
characters via the food they use? What can you discern about
cultures based on if they get their food in pill form or if they
are vegetarian/vegan, omnivores, or carnivores? How does the
anatomy and physiology of your aliens or magical creatures dictate their food requirements? What about the terrain? Does the
diversity of food culture—and what it communicates—on Earth
get shown in literature? Stephanie Clarkson, Greer Gilman, April
Grant, Tchipakkan, Trisha Wooldridge (m)
520 Coming Out
Burroughs (3E)
Coming out of the closet is not an easy decision or process, regardless of whether you are coming out as LGBT, poly, kinky,
pagan, or Republican. Come share stories and advice on how and
whether to come out to family, friends, and co-workers. Dash (m),
Michelle Driscoll, Tony Finan, Melissa Kaplan, Lawrence Nelson
521 Judging and Being Judged in Costume Contests Carlton (3E)
What do judges look for when looking at costumes up close and
on stage? Past judges and contestants discuss what judges look
for in both presentation and workmanship. Aurora Celeste, Tina
Connell, Marty Gear, Toni Lay, Christa J. Newman
522 “But That’s Not Science Fiction, Is It?”
Griffin (3E)
Yesterday’s science fiction becomes today’s science fact (except
for flying cars, of course). But with the pace of innovation accelerating, it’s possible for plots to be passe by the time they make it
through the publication pipeline. What are some examples where
even the newest sci-fi reads like a period piece? What are sci-fi
authors to do? James L. Cambias, Myke Cole, Jeff Hecht (m), Kenneth Schneyer
523 Singing for Non-Singers
Independence (3E)
i Anabel Graetz has taught thousands of people to sing. This beginning workshop is limited to 30 students.
524 Mars or Bust!
Lewis (3E)
What’s the latest news on the Manned Mission To Mars project?
With the goal of at least a manned orbit of the Red Planet by the
2030s, how close are we? What technologies will be used to get
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there and back? Martha Adams, Brian Glass (m), Ian Schleifer,
Dr. Jason Schneiderman, Tom Wysmuller
525 Grappling at the Sword 1hr
s Kunstbruder presents: A Demonstration of grappling in the
Medieval Martial Arts and Swordplay. Followed immediately by
hands-on lessons with the Longsword. Learn the basics of attack
and defense in the German tradition. All equipment provided,
no experience necessary. Advanced lessons available for students
who have already done the basic lesson. (Kids lessons in Fast
Track) Steven Hirsch
526 Building the Perfect Beast: How Comics Get MadeHancock (2)
A nuts and bolts presentation of how cartoonists create their
work. Focusing on intangible (i.e., storytelling, mood, pacing,
and research) as well as tangible elements (i.e., drawings, inking,
page and design). E. J. Barnes, Alexander Danner (m), Rhea Ewing, Gareth Hinds, Gynn Stella Silva, Richard A. Silva
527 Father of the Space Age 20min
Otis (2)
f A short biography of Robert Goddard, a Worcester Poly grad who
made good. And also made rockets. 16mm, color by Eastman
Reversal Process (red).
528 Technology and the GM
Paine (2)
Tabletop RPGs have moved from being wargame tabletops to being played with miniatures to now being played with computerbased tools such as MapTool. Do you prefer your iPad/Netbook
to lugging 30 lbs of manuals around? What tools are out there?
What do we lose or gain with each of these transitions? dkap,
William “Ian” Blanton, Steven Hammond (m), James T. Henderson Jr, Drew Van Zandt
529 Arisia Corporate Meeting
Quincy (2)
An open meeting of Arisia Inc., the organization that helps the
con committee do its job every year. Non-members welcome (and
welcome to join us). Crystal Huff, Rick Kovalcik (m), Benjamin
Levy, Alan McAvinney, Nicholas “phi” Shectman, Cris Shuldiner,
Rachel L. Silber
530 Creating and Maintaining Your Public Persona
Revere (2)
You’re a known writer with a few published credits, and you’re
starting to get some recognition. How much of what you say elsewhere (on Facebook, in web forums, or on your blog) becomes
part of your image? And how can you shape that image in the
best possible light? Randee Dawn, Genevieve Iseult Eldredge (m),
Maddy Myers, Nicole Peeler, KT Pinto
531 Belly Dance Class 1hr
Come learn some basic bellydance moves from the white and
nerdy women of Tassellations. All you need are comfortable
clothes and a willingness to move. Everyone in the room will be
expected to dance—no spectators allowed! Don’t worry about
your creaky knees or bum hip. So long as you have one or two
working body parts, we can teach you how to move them. And if
there’s time, you’ll also learn a little Improvisational Tribal Style
bellydance. Jennifer Pelland
532 Autograph—Letersky & Sklar
PJ Letersky, David Sklar
533 Stitch ‘n’ Bitch
Crafty Space (1E)
Whether you’ve never touched needles in your life, brought a
project to work on at con, or just want to talk about what you
have in progress at home, you’re welcome to join us. There will be
free needles and yarn for newcomers to learn on and take home.
All fiber crafts welcome! Anna R. Bradley
534 Logan’s Run 1hr 58min
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30. 1976, PG
6:00pm
535 Sunday Evening Booster Draft Magic 4hr
Harbor II (3E)
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536 La Jetée 28min
Otis (2)
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World War III begins. Decades later as he lives underground with
a band of survivors, her image becomes the key to a time travel
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experiment. The film that inspired Twelve Monkeys, this French
production is told in a series of B&W still images. 1962, 16mm
B&W, French with subtitles.
537 Professor Sebastian’s Traveling Heterodyne Show 1hr
e Professor Sebastian’s Troupe of Fearless Commedians present
“The Race to the West Pole”, a tale of the fabulous Heterodyne
Boys, featuring: Romance! Suspense! Music! Mystery! Action!
Scantily-Clad Women! (well, they’re scantily-clad underneath
their costumes) and a Nearly Naked Man! This is a World-Premiere of this show, with characters and plot elements based on
Airship Entertainment’s Girl Genius, with the Kind Permission
of the Authors: Phil & Kaja Foglio. Don’t miss it or you’ll Rue the
Day! Michael Bergman (m), Alex Newman
6:30pm
538 The Road 1hr 51min
Otis (2)
f Long-time Arisia attendees will note that we are huge fans of
weird post-apocalyptic tales and this is no exception. But it’s also
a road film, a growing-up tale, and the story of a family. Based on
the Pulitzer Prize winning novel by Cormac McCarthy. 2009, R
(violence, disturbing images, language), 35mm Cinemascope.
7:00pm
539 Doctor Who Companions
Alcott (3W)
A discussion of Doctor Who’s companions, both past and present,
from Susan Foreman to Amy Pond. Is River Song a companion?
How about the Brigadier? Does the Doctor need a companion to
keep him “human”? Samantha Dings, Forest Handford (m), Toni
Lay, Misty Pendragon, Santiago Rivas
540 Alternative Energy
Adams (3W)
How plausible are alternatives to fossil fuels at the moment? What
new options are out there? Just how expensive is it to “go green”
in our energy generation? What are the world governments doing to this end right now, and what can the average citizen do?
James Bredt, Vonnie Carts-Powell (m), Ctein, Ken Gale, James B.
Van Bokkelen
541 Disabilities in Science Fiction
Douglas (3W)
How can we extrapolate the future of disability through the lens
of science fiction? SF lets us explore how attitudes about disability may change and how disability itself may shift and change
with theoretical advances in medicine and technology. Sarah
Goodman, Kate Kaynak, A. Joseph Ross, Ian Schleifer, JoSelle
Vanderhooft (m)
542 Flirt Like a Pro!
Burroughs (3E)
Flirting, like any skill, can be learned and gets better with practice. Our panel of experts are here to help! They will discuss and
maybe even demonstrate ways to flirt like a pro, and what never to
do under any circumstances! Cheryl Braverman, Hugh Casey (m),
Lori Del Genis, Dr. James Prego, Drew Van Zandt
543 Costume Presentation: Is Humor Always Best? Carlton (3E)
Our panelists discuss whether short and funny is really always
best, and other presentation quandaries. Marty Gear, Suford
Lewis (m), Christa J. Newman, Jennifer Old
544 Making Politics Work in Fiction
Griffin (3E)
Real world political narratives are filled with cultural revolutions,
passionate speeches about social change, war, and intricate,
Machievellian plots. How can you portray them convincingly
in your story? From noble houses in fantasy worlds to galaxyspanning empires in SF, how do you make them believable and
engaging without burying your reader in the intricacies of your
setting’s political theory? Leah Cypess, Kimberley Long-Ewing,
Kenneth Schneyer (m), Michael A. Ventrella, Phoebe Wray
545 Strange and Unusual Research
Independence (3E)
Come explore the strange reaches of real science. Pulled from
scientific and medical journals, come see levitating mice, feline
art critics, disappearing teaspoons, glowing bananas, and much
more. Dr. Jason Schneiderman
546 Building a Poly Home
Lewis (3E)
You know that multiple relationships are the right path for you,
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and are thinking of moving from dating to cohabitating. Deciding to move in together can be a tricky proposition for any
relationship, but it can get even more complicated when there
are more than two people involved. When it’s time to pack the
U-Haul, what are the potential issues—emotional, legal, and
logistical—that you might face? Come hear from our panelists
about the joys and challenges of creating a poly home. Michelle
Driscoll, Raven Kaldera, Joy Marchand, Ian Cooper Rose, Jonathan Woodward (m)
547 Collateral Damage 3hr
g The only anime based board game in the country, you play a
yakuza boss using the characters as your henchman. Your characters, however, have feelings, and may unwittingly fall in love
with other characters, meaning they’ll stop doing what you want
them to do and start doing what they want to do. A game of manipulation and strategy, extreme laughter, and a little luck as well.
548 How to Write a Comic
Hancock (2)
How do you turn a blank page into a vibrant grid chock-full of
adventure? How do you write a script for an artist to interpret?
How do you get from introduction to climax in 22 pages (or 3
panels)? Alexander Danner (m), Alex Jarvis, Steve Kanaras, Troy
Minkowsky, Joey Peters
549 Surviving an Anime Con
Paine (2)
Is an anime con really like a science fiction con with a different
focus? Or is it more like a media con? Big media con? Horror
con? Comic con? For newcomers, would it better to start with
the smaller cons first? Come find out the answers to these and
more questions about anime conventions. Patrick Delahanty,
Adam Ferraro, Sarah Hodge-Wetherbe (m), John C. Watson, Doug
Wilder
550 Reading: D’Entremont & Peeler
Quincy (2)
r Michelle d’Entremont, Nicole Peeler
551 How the Political Process Works—and Doesn’t
Revere (2)
How is the political process supposed to work? Where does it
break down? How can you get attention focused on the issues
important to you, both locally and nationally? How much do petitions, protests, and leaving messages for your representative make
a difference? How do you get involved? This panel will focus on
the political process in the United States. Fabrisse, Steven Hammond, Israel Peskowitz, Ian Randal Strock (m), James Zavaglia
552 Terry Pratchett—Choosing to Die 1hr
Webster (2)
v Terry’s latest discussion of mortality and suicide. 2011, R (not
recommended for children).
553 Maple City Chronicles III 3hr
554 Does Anyone Here Know How to Madison? 1hr
Answer Brad’s famous question from the Rocky Horror Picture
Show with a yes! Learn one version of the original 1960s Madison,
an easy line dance—no partner needed, no experience needed.
Susan de Guardiola
7:30pm
555 Trailer Park 1hr 30min
f Trailer Park Daniel M. Kimmel
556 Journey to the Center of the Earth 2hr 21min
ArisiaTV
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8:00pm
557 More Songs of Myth and Magic 1hr Harbor Ballroom III (3E)
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558 Once Upon A Warrior 2hr 15min
Webster (2)
v Live action Disney/Bollywood musical fantasy. In a teardropshaped land called Sangarashtra, a 9-year-old girl with special
healing powers tries to save her homeland from the tyranny of an
evil queen with the help of a blind swordsman. Subtitled. 2011,
PG-13.
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8:30pm
559 Guilty Pleasures
Alcott (3W)
Some movies are just awful and others go beyond awful and
becoming enduring classics of bad movie making. What movies are so bad that they’re good? What makes us keep watching
turkeys like Plan 9 from Outer Space or Santa Claus Conquers
the Martians? And what modern movies might be candidates for
the pantheon of the terrible? E. J. Barnes (m), Tony Finan, Troy
Minkowsky, Tuna Oddfellow, Trish Wilson
560 Your Kink is OK!
Adams (3W)
No matter how outlandish someone’s proclivities are, there are
still things that they will find freaky about other people. Why is
it that some who engage in one unusual behavior look down on
another? We’ll discuss various activities and maybe discover that
“those people” aren’t quite as freaky as you might have thought
before. 18+ only. Michelle Driscoll (m), Woodrow Hill, Laurel
Pickard, Raven Stormbringer
561 Aboard All That Glitters:Foglio’s Illegal Aliens Douglas (3W)
Aliens! Space cops! A secret UN first contact team! And, for spice,
a New York street gang! Mix them up and you have one of the most
enjoyable Sci-fi books you’ll ever read, courtesy of Nick Pollotta
and this year’s guest of honor, Phil Foglio! Join us as we delve into
this little-known jewel with one of the best casts of characters
you’ll ever see, from Comrade General Nicholi Nicholi, defender
of the first contact team, to Boztwank the fungal bastard engineer of the starship All That Glitters. Christopher Davis, Mario
Di Giacomo, Judah Sher (m), Julia Suggs
562 Poly in Sci-Fi
Burroughs (3E)
For many of us, our first visions of the possibility of polyamory or
ethical non-monogamy came from sci-fi of one sort or another.
Heinlein is the most common, but many authors explore this
topic. Which authors explore it, what are the differences in the
different visions, and how does it shape poly in fandom today?
Karl G. Heinemann, Ken Olum, Micah Schneider (m), Meredith
Schwartz
563 Our Weird Biology
Carlton (3E)
Did you know the human stomach has neurons? That you lose
about 1/2 liter of water a day just through breathing? That driving
can increase the size of the posterior hippocampus of the brain?
That testosterone levels decrease after consuming sugar? Come
hear about these and more weird, wild facts about the human
body. Thomas A. Amoroso, Abby Hafer, Wil Howitt (m), Dr. James
Prego, Dr. Jason Schneiderman
564 Good Story Songs
Griffin (3E)
Really good songs that tell really neat stories. We’ll haul out some
of the best filk ballads, such as “Horse-tamer’s Daughter” and
“Ferryman”. David Kessler, Suford Lewis (m), Susan Weiner
565 Delsarte Technique: Victorian Oratory
Independence (3E)
i Anabel Graetz, in addition to having taught thousands of people
to sing, is one of very few living people trained in this most famous of Victorian oratorical techniques.
566 Costume and Costuming Space
Lewis (3E)
Creating an organized sewing space for making costumes and
storage space to hold completed projects is important for all
costumers. Panelists will discuss how they store and care for
their costumes, as well as the areas used to makes their creations.
Dawn Albright, Aurora Celeste (m), Solveig Pflueger, Jamila Sisco
567 The eBook Ecosystem
Hancock (2)
Is it better to price your eBooks (or eMagazines) cheaper and
hope to make it up in volume? Which of the big four companies—
Amazon, B&N, iBook, or Smashwords—pays best, or can you just
do it off your own website to maximize profits? How much does it
really cost to make an eBook, and what’s the cost of piracy? Can
giving it away pay? Adrianne Brennan (m), John Costello, Don
Sakers, JoSelle Vanderhooft
568 Trailer Park Classic 1hr 30min
Otis (2)
f Everybody’s favorite event! Two hours of trailers for movies you
love, movies you hate, and movies you’ve never heard of! Once
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the finest trailers possible.
569 Women in Gaming
Paine (2)
As gaming culture has moved more into the mainstream, it has
become less stigmatized. With the reduced stigma for all gamers, women gamers have become more visible. Are there challenges facing women who are interested in gaming? How does the
situation differ between tabletop and LARPing? What can we, as
women already in gaming, do to help new participants? Genevieve
Iseult Eldredge (m), Kaja Foglio, Catherine Kane, Maddy Myers
570 Reading: Amidon, Lieder, & Sandel
Quincy (2)
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571 The Future of Religion
Revere (2)
Polls show many countries becoming less religious while others
seem to have become even more so. While Star Trek saw everyone civilized becoming atheistic, Babylon 5 had a future with
multiple religions, and Heinlein predicted a near-future fundamentalist theocracy. What is the future of religion, both in our
country and the world? Forest Handford (m), Sandra Hutchinson,
Sean Kane, Bill Levay, Rev. Matthew
572 The Martial Arts of “Girl Genius” 30min
s Agatha Heterodyne is not a particularly accomplished fighter—
although she is getting better. But others in her world are highly
skilled combatants. Some, such as the Jägermonsters, delight in
fighting. Others, like Baron Klaus Wulfenbach and his son Gilagamesh, are reluctant, but very effective, warriors. Watch the
Higgins Armory Sword Guild demonstrate the hand-to-hand
combat styles of four groups: the Wulfenbachs, the Jägermonsters, the Geisterdamen, and the royal house of Skifander.
9:00pm
573 Anime Fantasy 5hr
Stone (2)
a Escaflowne: The Movie—This is re-telling of the television series,
The Vision of Escaflowne. The Twelve Kingdoms—Yoko Nakajima
is transported to the Twelve Kingdoms, a world based on mythical
China. There, she confronts demons and betrayals as she seeks to
discover her destiny. Record of Lodoss War—This was originally
created in 1986 as a series of transcripts of Dungeons & Dragons
RPG sessions published in the Japanese PC magazine, Comptiq.
574 Girl Genius Grand Ball 1hr 30min Commonwealth ABC (1W)
Whether you are accustomed to the insane extravagance of Castle
Heterodyne’s ballrooms, more stately affairs aboard Castle von
Wulfenbach, or dancing in taverns with Jagermonsters, you will
find plenty of great dance partners here. This evening of fun and
easy-to-learn dancing will include some favorite Austro-Hungarian pieces.
10:00pm
575 Marvel Movies
Alcott (3W)
Spiderman’s rebooting. The Avengers is coming out and the Xfranchise is still going strong. Why are the Marvel franchises
doing well when their Distinguished Competition (save for one
batty franchise) is not? Why has Marvel conquered Hollywood?
Bob Chipman, Karl G. Heinemann, Suford Lewis (m), Troy
Minkowsky
576 The Year in Bad Science
Adams (3W)
People use the aura of science to further their own agenda but
remain perfectly willing to ignore actual science to present their
side. We will present some of the more egregious abuses of the
name of science over the last year. Mark L. Amidon (m), Stephen
R. Wilk, Tom Wysmuller
577 Ethics of Science Fiction
Douglas (3W)
As science is perceived in the future (through science fiction)
how are ethics, lifestyles, and philosophies perceived? What social organizations would we like, and why? How can we achieve
them? How has the idea of a utopia or dystopia changed as science fiction evolves? Will the concept of “we” change? Are “right”
and “wrong” eternal concepts, or have they changed over time?
Grant Carrington, April Grant, Justine Graykin, Steve Kanaras,
Meredith Schwartz (m)
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578 Consistent Magic Systems in Fantasy
Burroughs (3E)
Magic is mysterious and ancient, and its workings are often beyond the understanding of mere mortals, but that doesn’t mean
that magic doesn’t have rules. Every fantasy saga has its own rules
for magic, and its own explanations for how the magical arts work.
Where does magic come from? Who can use magic, and how?
Do regular non-magic users know it exists? Vikki Ciaffone (m),
Genevieve Iseult Eldredge, Joshua Palmatier, Margaret Ronald,
David Sklar
579 Anime Cons: Behind the Scenes
Carlton (3E)
Take part in the conversation as a panel of seasoned anime convention staffers discuss how much work it actually takes to put on
a successful con. Perfect for people who are interested in staffing
or considering volunteering for cons in the future. You’re sure to
hear some amazing horror stories from cons gone wrong and the
lessons learned as well. Aurora Celeste, Patrick Delahanty (m),
Jennifer Duschak, Adam Ferraro, Sarah Hodge-Wetherbe
Griffin (3E)
fantasy, science and fandom. Ellen Kranzer
581 Bawdy Song Circle
Independence (3E)
A moderated pick, pass, or play themed song circle for raunchier
filk, bardic songs, or other geeky music. Some material may be
inappropriate for those under 18. Sing, play or just listen! E. J.
Barnes, Kate Farb-Johnson, Anabel Graetz (m)
582 Religion and Kink
Lewis (3E)
Connections between kink and spirituality are legion. From the
Christian monks of the Middle Ages flagellating themselves in
penitence and the woman in a latex nun’s outfit threatening her
naughty students, to the kinkster marveling at how his first experience of subspace reminds him of his favorite moments from
synagogue; the scene can be so powerful for some people, it opens
spiritual doors. This panel will explore ways in which kink and
spirituality intersect. D. Cameron Calkins, Jaime Garmendia,
Raven Kaldera (m), Rev. Matthew
583 Martian Croquet: A Steampunk Diversion
Harbor III (3E)
Victorian explorers, adventurers, chrononauts, and aethernauts!
Join us in the fine sands of the remote Martian Canal Estates,
where the well-dressed 19th-century tourist and all civilized
alien entities may indulge in the genteel yet cut-throat Martian
pastime of parlor croquet. Portable gravity generators encouraged to prevent loss of croquet balls into the aether. Steampunk,
historical, or science fictional costume encouraged for all species.
Tentacular assistance prohibited. Susan de Guardiola
584 Fan Etiquette: How Not to Be That Fan
Hancock (2)
Have you ever been embarrassed by your fellow fans when meeting actors, musicians, and other people of note? How can you
control your emotions and come across as a fan, not a stalker?
Even at movies, some fans are yelling at the screen distracting
other viewers from enjoying the film. This panel would give
some insight as to what is the best way to present yourself and
your fandom in a favorable light. Fabrisse, Melina Gunnett, Catt
Kingsgrave-Ernstein, Pam “Izumi” Larson, PJ Letersky (m)
585 Beyond the Solar System 20min
Otis (2)
f Narrated by Richard Basehart, this short film talks about just how
big space is, and how much of really isn’t empty at all. 16mm.
586 What Makes a Game “Classic”?
Paine (2)
What makes a game a “classic”? Is it “meets the highest standards
of quality and play value and been continuously in production
for at least 10 years”, per the Hall of Fame’s charter? Do other
games on the list, like Axis & Allies, Diplomacy, The Settlers of
Catan, or Apples to Apples, qualify as games that started out as
“our” games and moved into the realm of classics? Alternatively,
what games belong on the list that aren’t (Fluxx, perhaps)? Michael Bonet, Daniel Miller, Mitchell Morris, Eric “in the Elevator”
Zuckerman (m)
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587 Reading: Kane & Vanderhooft
Quincy (2)
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588 Is There Anything Verboten Left?
Revere (2)
What topics are actually still considered taboo in SF/F? Are there
any sacred cows left? Bridget Joyce Boyle, Paula Lieberman, Ira
Nayman (m), Israel Peskowitz, Trish Wilson
589 The Nightmare Before Christmas: Rated PG 2hr
e Your favorite theater group The Teseracte Players of Boston, are
once again breaking the bounds of shadow theater by presenting an all-new premier performance. We’ll take you to Halloween Town to travel along with The Pumpkin King as he seeks to
re-make Christmas, and hopefully, rediscover himself. Along
the way we’ll bring your favorite characters to life with all new
choreography and amazing costuming! Come see something
new, and take a deeper look into the Holiday worlds of old. Glenn
MacWilliams
590 Blackadder—Back and Forth 33min
ArisiaTV
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their new time machine and ping pong through history encountering famous characters and changing events rather alarmingly.
1999, NR
10:15pm
591 Starhyke Marathon 2hr 50min
Webster (2)
v All 6 Brit SF comedy episodes, staring Claudia Christian. PG-13.
10:45pm
592 The Lost Boys 1hr 37min
ArisiaTV
t Sleep all day. Party all night. Never grow old. Never die. After
moving to a new town, two brothers are convinced that the area
is frequented by vampires. It is. 1987, R
11:00pm
593 The Black Hole: Special Extra-Bad Film 1hr 38min
Otis (2)
f To take advantage of the huge demand for science fiction unleashed
by the recent popularity of Star Wars, Disney dusted off the plot
of their previous worst movie, 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea, and
reset it in outer space with a cast of robots and actors who seem
as natural as robots. The effects are stunning, though, with well
over 500 effects shots including 150 painted mattes, and some
of the first computer-controlled matte work. 1979, PG, 16mm.
11:30pm
594 “No Sh*t, There I Was!”: Oral Storytelling
Douglas (3W)
More and more oral storytelling activities are popping up: the
“radio theater” performance, author readings, and panels where
the majority of the time is spent with panelists and audience
members recounting their experiences. What makes a good oral
story presentation? William Freedman, Melina Gunnett, Catherine Kane, Catt Kingsgrave-Ernstein (m), Michael McAfee
595 Pick, Pass, Play Open Filk cont.
Griffin (3E)
Even more music! Merav Hoffman (m), Ellen Kranzer
596 StarCraft!
Lewis (3E)
StarCraft and its sequel are computer games that are considered
a national sport in South Korea. The original remained popular
for over a decade, and the release of Starcraft 2 has brought the
professional gaming scene to North America. Replays of the
matches are broadcast with live shoutcast (commentators). What
about this game makes it so popular? Why has it outlasted so
many other strategy games? Kristian Brevik (m), Bill Levay, Santiago Rivas
597 Bootblacking 101
Paine (2)
Bootblacking is not only enjoyable from a service perspective;
it can also be the basis for a very unique scene. It’s a great way
to flirt, too! We’ll discuss bootblacking basics, and then discuss
ways you can have fun with it. 18+ Only. Aimee Bouchard, Laurel
Pickard, Ian Cooper Rose
598 The Law, Risk Assessment, and Fun
Revere (2)
In the last few years one might argue that not only have we gotten
more litigious and risk-averse as a society, but this has started to
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have a real effect in fandom and fandom-adjacent subcultures,
making it harder for groups to do basic things like recruit volunteers, hold events, include families and children, feed people,
teach crafts, recruit new members, etc. How can we balance risk,
and keep things reasonably safe without losing the fun? David
J. Friedman, Daniel Miller, Raven Stormbringer (m), Thomas
Traina
Midnight
599 Dr. Horrible’s Sing-a-long Blog: Rated PG-13 1hr
e The world’s a mess and only one man can fix it. In this comically
satirical look at society and the not-so-status quo, you can sing
along, blog along and come along into another world of interactive film. In this one-of-a-kind shadow cast production, the Teseracte Players breathe life into the characters you love and love to
hate. Glenn MacWilliams
12:30am
600 The Beast From 20000 Fathoms 1hr 19min
ArisiaTV
t A ferocious dinosaur awakened by an Arctic atomic test terrorizes the North Atlantic and ultimately New York City. 1953, NR
1:00am
Griffin (3E)
Open Filk descends into chaos. Music will continue as long as
602 Buffy: The Vampire Slayer Sing-Along 1hr
Grand AB (1W)
e It’s a typical Tuesday in Sunnyvale. Dawn’s in trouble and a dancing demon wants to see the slayer burn. As the Scoobies scour
the books to find their demon, they are forced to confess all those
things they swore they’d “never tell”. Walk through the fire as
The Teseracte Players of Boston Present “Buffy, ‘Once More,
With Feeling’”. We’ll give you a show that’s worth dying twice for.
Glenn MacWilliams
1:05am
603 The Apple 1hr 25min
Webster (2)
v In the future (1994) Alphie and Bibi, two sweet, naive youths from
Moose Jaw, Canada, have come to America to compete in the
Worldvision Song Festival. Though their hopes seem dashed at
first, all is looking up for the two until they begin to discover the
dark underside of the rock and roll world. SF Musical, 1980, PG.
1:50am
604 Cat-Women of the Moon 1hr 4min
ArisiaTV
Lunacon 2012
New York’s Oldest Science Fiction and Fantasy Convention
March 16-18, Hilton Rye Town, Rye Brook, NY
Author Guest of Honor: John Ringo
Artist Guest of Honor: Howard Tayler
YA Writer Guest of Honor: Tamora Pierce
Gaming Guests of Honor: Andy & Kristin Looney
www.lunacon.org
2:00am
605 Various Hentai 2hr
Stone (2)
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2:30am
606 Interceptor 1hr 30min
Webster (2)
v Cosmic Good and Evil battle for the Fate of The Universe in
Moscow’s mean streets. Russian, subtitled, 2009, PG-13.
3:00am
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610 RoboGeisha 1hr 50min
Webster (2)
v Yoshie, the younger and ill-treated sister of a renowned Geisha,
is discovered to have natural strength and fighting ability. She’s
recruited into an army of Geisha assassins by the rich and powerful Kageno. Yoshie soon realizes that Kagenos has more nefarious
plans. With the help of other ‘Kageno defectors’, she sets out to
stop him and his Tengu warriors. Bloody Robot Geisha Rampage
Japanese. Dubbed in English. 2009, R.
4:30am
611 Sleeper 1hr 27min
ArisiaTV
t A nerdish store owner (woody Allen) is revived out of cryostasis
into a future world to fight an oppressive government. 1973, PG
5:45am
612 Glenn the Flying Robot 1hr 20min
Webster (2)
v Canadian Robot Pianist driven to perfection causes conflict.
Starring Billy Boyd from LOTR. 2010, PG-13.
6:00am
613 Ah! My Goddess Vol. 1 4hr
Stone (2)
a College sophomore Keiichi Morisato accidentally dials the Goddess Technical Help Line, while alone in his dorm room. The goddess Belldandy appears and grants him one wish. Thinking he is
the victim of a practical joke, he wishes that she stay with him
forever. Surprisingly, his wish is granted!
614 The Indian 1hr
ArisiaTV
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7:00am
615 Monday Morning Cartoons 2hr
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7:05am
616 Moon Zero Two 1hr 40min
Webster (2)
v Hammer Studios British SF/Western adventure on the Moon and
Lunar Orbit. 1969, PG.
7:30am
8:30am
618 Pirate Time!
Fast Track 1 (3E)
k Its Pirate Time! Come and make Pirate related crafts with Pirate
related discussions! Forest Handford (m), Karl G. Heinemann
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619 The Pointy End Goes in the Other Guy
Fast Track 2 (3E)
k Some sword-fighting skills involve coming right at your opponent. Use safe foam swords to learn about lunges, thrusts, and
what a knight would do when his sword crosses with his enemy’s.
Stuart Ferguson
620 Cartooning & Comic Creating
Fast Track 4 (3E)
k Learn how to draw cartoons and construct a comic. Bettina
Kurkoski
9:00am
621 Audience Choice Film 2hr
Otis (2)
f We will run any of the films listed for this weekend. You must arrive at 9 AM in order to cast your vote. Film will begin promptly
at 9:15 after setup and preparation.
622 The Great Ghost Rescue 1hr 30min
Webster (2)
v Based on the British fantasy novel of Eva Ibbotson. 2011, PG.
623 The Brothers Grimm 1hr 58min
ArisiaTV
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624 Star Wars at 35
Alcott (3W)
May 2012 marks the 35th anniversary release of the original
Star Wars. How did this film change SF movies and what would
the world look like if it had never been? Are today’s kids seeing
it as the “first” movie in the series or are they now watching it
in episode order? And if the latter, why would anyone continue
after The Phantom Menace? For bonus points: can any edition of
any of the films said to be the “definitive” one? Hugh Casey, Bob
Chipman (m), Karl G. Heinemann, James T. Henderson Jr, Daniel
Miller
625 Watson, Jeopardy, and the Future of Computing Adams (3W)
This past February, the IBM supercomputer Watson not only
competed against, but bested two undefeated contestants on
“Jeopardy!”, Brad Rutter and Ken Jennings. What implications
does this development have on the future of computing and artificial intelligence? How has this event resonated within the general public and within the SF community? David Larochelle (m),
Mitchell Morris, Ira Nayman, Joshua Slocum
626 New Worlds of YA
Douglas (3W)
We all know (and many of us grew up on) fantasy authors like
Tamora Pierce, Jane Yolen, Diane Duane, and Diana Wynne
Jones. Who are the new up-and-coming young adult fantasy
writers? Aurora Celeste, Leah Cypess, Ed Fuqua, Kate Kaynak,
Adam Lipkin (m)
627 Queer SF&F
Burroughs (3E)
Queer topics and characters are becoming more common in science fiction and fantasy—or are they? Do modern authors really
do a better job addressing these concerns than in the past? How
has the field changed? And what effect has it had on the fans?
Raven Kaldera, Julia Rios (m), Don Sakers, Meredith Schwartz,
JoSelle Vanderhooft
628 What is Cosplay?
Carlton (3E)
With anime conventions continuing to grow, so is cosplay. How
is cosplay different from costuming, or are they one and the
same? What are the differences between cosplay at anime cons
and costuming at science fiction/fantasy cons? How are the terms
defined and is there overlap? Is cosplay only costumes from Japanese sources or is it more than that? Is cosplay the future of costuming or is it already here? Pam “Izumi” Larson, PJ Letersky (m),
Elizabeth O’Malley, Raven Stormbringer
629 Beginning Chainmail
Independence (3E)
Learn how to make chainmail. We supply pliers, and kits of
pre-cut rings are available for purchase. A sign-up sheet will be
located at the Program Nexus. This workshop is limited to 10
people. Materials fee: $5 per participant. Liz Cademy
630 Manga’s Great Apocalypses
Lewis (3E)
What are the great manga apocalypses? How does the Japanese
vision of the apocalypse differ from the Western one? Mary
Dumas (m), Doug Wilder
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631 Dungeon and Mazes
Fast Track 1 (3E)
k Join us as we build our very own mini dungeons and mazes! Michael Bonet, Forest Handford (m)
632 Coffee Filter Flowers
Fast Track 2 (3E)
k Learn how to make beautiful flowers out of coffee filters. Katherine Brick
633 Monday Open Coloring 2hr 45min
Fast Track 4 (3E)
k Are you heading out of the hotel soon, but not quite yet? Come
and enjoy a few minutes of coloring to relax!
634 Frag Gold 2hr
g Based on Quake Arena, this is a board game representation of a
first person shooter, with an updated board and rules.
635 The Many Faces of Frankenstein
Hancock (2)
Since Mary Shelley’s novel began science fiction (according to
Brian Aldiss) the scientist and his creation have appeared in
countless movies, stage plays, TV productions, and books. What
are the enduring interpretations of the story the monster brought
to life? Which ones failed, and why? Is this a story that still resonates for us nearly 200 years after it was written? Mario Di Giacomo, Justine Graykin, Tim Lieder, Stephen R. Wilk (m)
636 Painted Miniatures Contest 1hr
Paine (2)
g Come view some amazing painted miniatures! This is a judging
and awards session, and anybody with a con membership can
vote to determine the winners. Contestants will register ahead
of time in the Program Nexus. Miniatures are to be brought to
the contest room 30 minutes before this session for judging. See
our website for rules at: http://2012.arisia.org/MiniaturesPaintingContestRules Steven Hammond (m), Gareth Hinds
637 Boston in SF/F
Quincy (2)
What genre books, movies, and TV shows have used Boston for a
location? What characteristics make Boston a good setting for an
SF/F story? Stephanie Clarkson, Christopher Davis (m), Ken Gale,
Margaret Ronald
638 Collaborating Couples
Revere (2)
As partners in life, it may not be such a far stretch to join forces
in the work field as well. However, where do they draw the line
between their home life and the office? Are they allowed to talk
about work during off hours? Do they work in separate offices?
How do they divide the tasks? What advice could they offer other
collaborating couples? Catt Kingsgrave-Ernstein, Ken KingsgraveErnstein, Shira Lipkin (m), Tuna Oddfellow, Judah Sher
639 Dragonball Z Kai 2hr
Stone (2)
a For the twentieth anniversary of the original series, Dragon Ball
Z was remastered and recut. Many episodes and plot elements,
regarded as ‘filler’, were removed to be more faithful to the original manga. The series follows Goku and his friends, as they battle
to keep the world safe from invaders and demons.
640 Collaging with Found Objects
Crafty Space (1E)
In this hands-on workshop, participants will create one or more
found-object collages. No artistic ability required! Cardboard
backing, glue, magazines, and some found objects will be provided. There will also be a limited number of scissors, Exactos,
and cutting mats available. Participants are also encouraged to
bring their own cutting supplies and pretty things to glue. Size
limit: 10 people. Sign-up is available in Program Nexus. Ages 10
and up. Jen Hunter
10:30am
641 Green Lantern: Emerald Knights 1hr 20min
Webster (2)
v Nathan Fillion as the Best Hal Jordan of 2011; featuring the newest Green Lantern Corp recruit Arisia herself. Is Arisia up to the
challenge? 2011, PG.
11:00am
642 A Day at the Races 1hr 49min
ArisiaTV
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643 MST3K The Panel
Alcott (3W)
Sometimes it gets so bad you just have to laugh. From MST3K
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to Rifftrax and Cinematic Titanic, these are guys who have put
the “laugh” back into “laughably bad.” How do they do it and
where can we see it? Hugh Casey, Bob Chipman, Sarah HodgeWetherbe (m), Kristen Rose Morris, Hildy Silverman
644 Keeping Cool: Cryonics and Hibernation in SF Adams (3W)
Cryonics and suspended animation are used in many SF books
and films as a means of resurrecting the dead or surviving long
interplanetary journeys respectively. How possible are these technologies? How close are we to true suspended animation? What
are the limitations and drawbacks of such processes? Martha
Adams, Thomas A. Amoroso, James Bredt, Dr. James Prego (m)
645 Among the Ruins
Douglas (3W)
In many works of fantasy, characters come across the ruins of
“The Elder Race” or “Those Who Came Before.” How did they get
there? How do they influence the characters? Let’s talk about the
archaeology of fantasy—why aren’t some stories about finding
out who these elders were, and why they had better architecture
and tech than Our Heroes? Vikki Ciaffone (m), John Costello,
April Grant, Shira Lipkin
646 Setting as Character
Burroughs (3E)
In many books, the setting itself is as strong and indelible a
character as the characters themselves. Let’s discuss our favorite
places in genre literature! Erik Amundsen (m), Greer Gilman,
Catt Kingsgrave-Ernstein, Julia Rios
647 Costuming & Body Type: How to Hide/Accentuate Carlton (3E)
Everyone’s body is different, and everyone has things they love
about their bodies and things they do not. How do you create a
costume design that flatters you best? And how do you do it with
re-creations? Ann Catelli, Michelle d’Entremont, Christa J. Newman, Jennifer Old (m), Nightwing Whitehead
648 Manga—Is It Dying?
Lewis (3E)
With the end of TokyoPop and years of manga profit losses among
publishing companies, is the Golden Age of anime in America
nearing an end? Will it be returning to the same small shops that
comic books have held sway over for the past half-century? Remember when manga was released in comic book format? In the
last decade came the volume format, and the bookstores bought
into the sales. But, with the loss of Borders and other bookstores,
will the wave of manga be over sooner than we all expected? Ed
Fuqua (m), Bettina Kurkoski, Richard Ralston, Doug Wilder
649 Spoon-A-Pults
Fast Track 2 (3E)
k Come and construct your own spoon-a-pult. Judah Sher (m),
Elayna Jade Smolowitz
650 Improv Theater Games For Kids
Fast Track 3 (3E)
k Using exercises inspired by improv theater, New Games, and
Whose Line Is It Anyway?, we’ll play, pretend, and get random
together. You’ll be surprised by how fast you can think and how
creative you can be. No acting experience required, only the willingness to make a fool of yourself. Jen Hunter
651 The History of Comics
Hancock (2)
Mainstream comics have provided the longest-running soap
opera in American history, but what’s the real story behind
the story? How did just a few guys churn out so many amazing
books? What tools did they use? What would they say about the
industry today? Alexa Dickman, Ken Gale, Steve Kanaras, David
Marshall (m), Troy Minkowsky
652 Self-Objectification and the Geeky Girl
Paine (2)
Can geek girls only get attention when they dress sexy? Why do
we see so many Leias in the gold bikini and not the white robe?
Are corsets, thigh highs, and scantily-clad cosplay empowering
self-expression or simply pandering to the male gaze? Can a geeky
girl hold her own in jeans and a t-shirt? Aimee Bouchard (m),
Genevieve Iseult Eldredge, Micah Schneider, Karen Sullivan
653 Attending a Con with Kids
Quincy (2)
You met your mate (perhaps at a con) and now you’ve spawned.
Attending cons has become a whole new experience, how do
you deal with that? Topics for discussion include: time management, balancing panels and events with spending time with your
wee ones; childcare options, babysitting, and sharing childcare
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responsibilities; con ideas for the whole family; meal planning;
and socializing. Bridget Joyce Boyle (m), Peter Maranci, Richard
A. Silva, Michelle Wexelblat, Aimee Yermish
654 The Lighter Side of Adventure
Revere (2)
So much in SF adventure is played straight, but what about the
adventure stories that are played for comedy? From Buckaroo
Banzai to Back to the Future to Galaxy Quest, to just about any
Douglas Adams or Terry Pratchett novel, adventure—-and specifically SF adventure—-has been richly mined for laughs for a
long time. In this panel, we’ll discuss the implications and permutations of this phenomenon. Gordon Linzner, Daniel Miller (m),
Cynthia A. Shettle-Meleedy, Mercy E. Van Vlack, James Zavaglia
655 Making Stained Glass
Crafty Space (1E)
Come learn about doing stained glass and work on a small learning piece. Workshop materials fee is $5. There will only be very
limited sign up at con in Program Nexus. Corey Blumenthal,
Mary Dumas (m)
11:50am
656 Even More Coming Attractions 1hr 30min
Webster (2)
v Wait, there’s more. Coming attractions for 2012 in Film, TV, Internet and Alternate Realities.
12:00pm
657 Ranking 2hr
g This is a tile game that plays out a lot like Apples to Apples. Players are dealt tiles and then posed a question and they have to pick
which tiles they think best represent the answer to the question,
thus the Apples to Apples reference.
658 Monday Magic Draft 4hr
g $15 entry fee.
12:50pm
659 Mythbusters—Disposable Lighters 49min
ArisiaTV
t Mythbusters find out if a small, disposable butane lighter can
suddenly ignite with the force of several sticks of dynamite. 2006
1:00pm
660 The Alien as Metaphor
Alcott (3W)
Movie aliens aren’t real aliens; they’re humans in disguise. What
do movie and TV aliens tell us about us? Is it surprising that during
the Cold War the enemy aliens were often from Mars…the “Red
Planet?” Do the aliens of Avatar tell us something about how we
exploit primitive cultures? Is Paul a variation of the “fan as Slan?”
We have met the aliens and they are us. Bob Chipman, Daniel M.
Kimmel (m), Troy Minkowsky, Ian Schleifer, Jeff Warner
661 Birding 101
Adams (3W)
What is that critter in the bushes? From your back yard to the
polar regions of the Earth, birds are everywhere. How to find
them, how to recognize them, how to observe their behavior,
how to keep track of the ones you’ve seen and/or heard. Birding
in the city. Birding by the seasons. Traveling to birdwatch vs.
birdwatching while traveling. To feed or not to feed? Issues of
habitat destruction and climate change. Invasive species: Threat
or menace? E. J. Barnes (m), Ken Gale, Mercy E. Van Vlack
662 It’s Only a Game
Douglas (3W)
This year we’ve seen games become central plot points or even
environments for science fiction and its neighbors: Ernest Cline’s
Ready Player One, Neal Stephenson’s REAMDE, Cory Doctorow’s
For the Win, and Walter Jon Williams’ ironically titled This Is Not
a Game and Deep State. What is it about immersing ourselves
in simulated environments that compels us? How much of our
games become “the real world”? What do games mean? Mark L.
Amidon (m), Greg R. Fishbone, Adam Lipkin
663 Alternative Activism
Burroughs (3E)
Many fans are also heavily involved in activism, advancing the
rights of queer, poly, kink, trans, etc. folks. At this panel, you will
learn the best ways to get your voice heard, and what organizations and causes could use your support. Come share your skills,
meet some fellow activists, and get some ideas for how to best
fight for your cause. Rev. Matthew, Lawrence Nelson, Laurel Pickard, Kyle R., Ian Cooper Rose (m)
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664 Costume Weathering
Carlton (3E)
Sometimes it’s important for your character to look dirty to be
convincing. Come learn some techniques for making your costumes looked appropriately worn, weathered, or battle-damaged.
PJ Letersky, Nightwing Whitehead (m)
665 Baby Vamps: The New World of Teen Vampires Griffin (3E)
During the current era, vampires and paranormal stories are
more popular than ever. This has created a YA genre of teen vampire novels in which the protagonists, friends, and community of
the teens contain vampires. Let’s talk about why these vampires
have so much power and what happens when the cool kids are
vampires, and check out some new YA vampire fiction. Ed Fuqua,
April Grant, Hildy Silverman, Elayna Jade Smolowitz
666 Back in MY Day… Anime
Lewis (3E)
Anime and its related genres—manga and video games—have
been exported since 1961. Kimba the White Lion or Astro Boy
may bring up warm fuzzies for you, but there are many more from
back in the day. Lupin III started life as a manga in 1967! Final
Fantasy is more than 20 years old! A discussion of favorite oldies-but-goodies. Patrick Delahanty, Jennifer Duschak (m), Adam
Ferraro
667 Marketing Independent Comics
Hancock (2)
You’ve finished your magnum opus, whether it’s a comic book, a
graphic novel, or webcomic. That’s the hard part, right? So now
what? How do you get people to notice your brilliance? How do
you make any money back? Jaime Garmendia (m), Glenn Hauman,
Steve Kanaras, Kimberley Long-Ewing, Richard A. Silva
668 The Plight of the Older Gamer
Paine (2)
It was so easy in college. Nothing but time to kill and plenty of
other gamers on campus. But now that you’ve got a job and a
family, is it possible to still be a role-player? Can you be a roleplayer “and” have a life as an adult? dkap, Catherine Kane, Peter
Maranci, Daniel Miller, John Monahan (m)
669 Skin Horse Sing-Along
Quincy (2)
Skin Horse by Shaenon Garrity, last year’s webcomics guest of
honor, and Jeffrey Channing Wells has developed a notable abundance of fan-produced re-wordings of pop & rock songs. In this
session, we will sing some of those songs. Lyrics will be available.
Nat Budin, Ariela Zonderman (m)
670 The Future of Old Age
Revere (2)
Age and the aging of the population will pull some into debates
about medical procedures, Kevorkian methods, and being an old
person in the coming years. In an era when scientific advances
have allowed humans to age beyond their working years, what are
the definitions of “old” going to be in the future? Martha Adams,
Suford Lewis (m), Mitchell Morris, Dr. James Prego
1:40pm
671 The Way Things Go 29min
ArisiaTV
t Inside a warehouse, a precarious 70–100 feet long structure has
been constructed using various items, including ladders and
trashbags. When this is set in motion, a chain reaction ensues,
like a giant row of dominos, except fire is involved. 1988, NR
2:00pm
672 Stone Age 2hr
g A resource management game, this is the ultimate test of manipulation and luck. Manipulate everyone else by eliminating choices
and hope for luck as you roll the dice to obtain resources.
2:30pm
673 Snag It, Bag It, and Tag It
Alcott (3W)
Warehouse 13, the nation’s attic or basement? Garden Shed,
maybe? Myka has returned and they’ve aquired a new team
member; how is this new dynamic working out? Are there any
good artifacts out there? Is Mrs. Frederic an alien? If not, where
is she hiding her vortex manipulator or transporter? Is this show
the reason to keep checking out SyFy? Thomas Boutilier, Melissa
Honig, Adam Lipkin, Charlie Spickler, Ian Randal Strock (m)
674 Soldiers Made to Order
Adams (3W)
Given that the Defense Department has been working on building
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a better soldier for years, how close are we to Captain America?
Or Chuck 2.0? What advances have been made already and will
these trickle down to commercial medicine? Vonnie Carts-Powell, Dr. James Prego, Dr. Jason Schneiderman (m)
675 Mainstream Fiction for Fen
Douglas (3W)
It’s easy to stay focused on science fiction and fantasy, but there
are some great books being sold under the “mainstream” label.
Some are effectively science fiction or fantasy without actually
being labeled as such, while others, though not incorporating
fantastic elements, display a sense of wonder and imagination
that some genre fiction lacks! Our panel of bibliophiles will share
their favorites and listen to yours. Patricia M. Cryan, William
Frank, Catt Kingsgrave-Ernstein (m), Meredith Schwartz
Burroughs (3E)
Tell us what went right or wrong, and make suggestions for next
year. Andrea Carney, Emily Coombs, David D’Antonio, Samantha
Dings, Mary Dumas, Crystal Huff, Rick Kovalcik, Benjamin Levy,
Alan McAvinney, Daniel Noe, Peter Olszowka, Cris Shuldiner (m),
Rachel L. Silber, Michael Sprague, Julia Suggs
677 Science Fiction as Mainstream Meme
Carlton (3E)
Many cable channels create new genre shows as well as the big
networks. Politicians casually use science fiction references. The
second Back to the Future movie expects its audience to accept
the concepts of alternate timelines and reduplicated timelines
with only a cursory explanation. Have we become part of mainstream culture without realizing it? Martha Adams, Karl G.
Heinemann, Suford Lewis (m), Marlin May, Ian Schleifer
678 Dead Dog Open Filk 5hr 45min
Griffin (3E)
One last chance to sing, play, or listen to some filk music. Mark
A. Mandel
679 Co-Housing: Beyond the Commune
Lewis (3E)
Co-housing is becoming increasingly more attractive as people
try to find ways to live a more conscientious, connected life. How
does co-housing work in the real world? What are the different
ways to do it? And how do you find others who also want to live
this way? Calliope (m), Ian Cooper Rose, Noel Rosenberg
680 The Relevance of Livejournal
Hancock (2)
Just a few years ago, Livejournal was a big hub for fandom online,
but between Google+, Twitter, Facebook, LJ’s numerous gaffes
(spawning Dreamwidth and other clones), changes of ownership,
and being politically DDOSed, Livejournal’s importance appears
to have faded. How important is LJ these days—and where has
the action moved to? Christopher Davis, Woodrow Hill, Peter
Maranci, Israel Peskowitz (m), Twisting Star
681 Why not 1812?
Paine (2)
There are alternate histories about the Civil War, WWI, WWII,
and even the Revolutionary War, but why not the War of 1812?
Why does this one, which inspired our national anthem, get a
pass? Stephanie Clarkson, John Costello, Walter Hunt (m), Felicitas Ivey, A. Joseph Ross
682 The Dark Lords
Revere (2)
Emperor Palpatine, Sauron, Voldemort… Dark figures of power.
A discussion of their sinister machinations, motivations, and
misdeeds. What other characters live up to this title? What does
it take to be a Dark Lord? Stephen R. Balzac (m), Jaime Garmendia, Andrew Kirschbaum, Bob Kuhn
4:00pm
683 Red Dragon Inn 2hr
g This is a simulated drinking game for up to 8 players. Choose your
deck wisely. Will you pick the thief and opt for the gold strategy?
The Wizard? The Warrior? What about Grog? All decks have a set
of standard cards in them along with specialty cards just for that
character. Use those cards to steal, manipulate, and heal to win
the game.
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PARTICIPANT SCHEDULE
dkap: 63, 104, 227, 287, 322, 356,
528, 668
Daniel Reuben Abraham: 128,
511
Marc Abrahams: 228
Martha Adams: 524, 644, 670,
677
Dawn Albright: 12, 211, 423, 450,
478, 566
Mark L. Amidon: 12, 81, 277,
342, 570, 576, 662
Thomas A. Amoroso: 176, 277,
506, 518, 563, 644
Erik Amundsen: 38, 206, 337,
419, 483, 646
Dash: 497, 520
Lisa A. Ashton: 13, 51, 195, 409,
421
John Bacon: 71, 341, 354
Stephen R. Balzac: 71, 238, 682
E. J. Barnes: 253, 480, 505, 526,
559, 581, 661
Howard Beatman: 48, 221, 321,
440, 509
Brian Belanger: 256
Michael Bergman: 537
Lex Berman: 181, 391, 473
William “Ian” Blanton: 138, 287,
301, 356, 426, 481, 528
Corey Blumenthal: 197, 423, 655
Michael Bonet: 481, 586, 631
Aimee Bouchard: 388, 494, 597,
652
Thomas Boutilier: 326, 468, 673
Angela K. Bowen: 86
John Bowker: 38, 139, 172, 237
Bridget Joyce Boyle: 252, 447,
588, 653
Anna R. Bradley: 71, 105, 533
Cheryl Braverman: 15, 471, 542
James Bredt: 82, 228, 418, 540,
644
Adrianne Brennan: 351, 434,
507, 567
Peter Breton: 17, 259, 449
Kristian Brevik: 596
Katherine Brick: 451, 478, 501,
632
Charlene Brusso: 11, 236, 298,
329
Nat Budin: 71, 261, 317, 669
Liz Burke: 82, 199
Liz Cademy: 130, 175, 487, 629
Kevin Cafferty: 62, 151, 251, 338
D. Cameron Calkins: 341, 582
Calliope: 62, 81, 679
James L. Cambias: 91, 142, 323,
344, 352, 522
Andrea Carney: 72, 235, 508,
676
Grant Carrington: 139, 302, 577
Vonnie Carts-Powell: 147, 447,
540, 674
Hugh Casey: 48, 73, 191, 225,
276, 420, 479, 542, 624, 643
Ann Catelli: 647
Mary Catelli: 12, 101, 281
Jeanne Cavelos: 267
Aurora Celeste: 13, 83, 143, 455,
521, 566, 579, 626
Bob Chipman: 9, 33, 70, 79, 153,
191, 251, 343, 454, 575, 624,
643, 660
Vikki Ciaffone: 14, 152, 337, 389,
428, 578, 645
Stephanie Clarkson: 471, 519,
637, 681
Myke Cole: 327, 417, 457, 522
Byron P. Connell: 141
Tina Connell: 521
Jerome C. Conner: 23, 251, 498
Emily Coombs: 72, 235, 508, 676
Caitlin Cooper: 131, 382, 617
John Costello: 238, 307, 390, 567,
645, 681
Ann Crimmins: 15
Patricia M. Cryan: 387, 468, 675
Ctein: 169, 429, 540
Leah Cypess: 507, 544, 626
David D’Antonio: 72, 235, 508,
676
Michelle d’Entremont: 37, 87,
171, 484, 497, 550, 647
Garen Daly: 46, 172, 191
Alexander Danner: 177, 224,
285, 401, 425, 480, 526, 548
Brandy Danner: 401
Christopher Davis: 39, 73, 330,
338, 561, 637, 680
T. Christopher Davis: 105, 356,
390, 482
Randee Dawn: 62, 221, 278, 404,
530
Susan de Guardiola: 102, 141,
461, 485, 512, 554, 583
Lori Del Genis: 176, 255, 542
Patrick Delahanty: 549, 579, 666
Daniel P. Dern: 200, 230, 260
Mario Di Giacomo: 46, 151, 394,
420, 561, 635
Alexa Dickman: 263, 306, 651
Samantha Dings: 35, 72, 235,
508, 539, 676
Ira Domnitz: 21, 33, 387, 458
Debra Doyle: 170, 237, 271, 469
Dr.Chris: 9, 46, 172, 331, 335
Michelle Driscoll: 176, 299, 322,
355, 520, 546, 560
Mary Dumas: 85, 178, 197, 235,
283, 339, 423, 455, 500, 630,
655, 676
Jennifer Duschak: 256, 326, 345,
579, 666
Dyschordiana: 87, 100, 138, 198,
263, 278, 299, 355
Jill Eastlake: 392, 498
Bob Eggleton: 79, 155, 191, 446,
479
Genevieve Iseult Eldredge: 14,
34, 107, 154, 210, 264, 337, 403,
507, 530, 569, 578, 652
Paul Estin: 103, 226, 303, 496
Rhea Ewing: 177, 285, 470, 514,
526
Fabrisse: 81, 189, 321, 443, 551,
584
Kate Farb-Johnson: 163, 226,
581
Alex Feinman: 287, 328, 404, 515
Stuart Ferguson: 129, 308, 379,
403, 619
Adam Ferraro: 549, 579, 666
PARTICIPANT SCHEDULE 81
Tony Finan: 46, 79, 520, 559
Kristina Finan: 37, 195, 255
Greg R. Fishbone: 201, 231, 402,
434, 507, 662
Kaja Foglio: 65, 194, 460, 479,
569
Phil Foglio: 65, 194, 460, 479, 511
William Frank: 458, 505, 675
William Freedman: 34, 324, 344,
594
David J. Friedman: 21, 138, 207,
505, 598
Esther Friesner: 34, 137, 174,
241, 324, 402, 419, 479
Adam Fromm: 449
Ed Fuqua: 85, 107, 205, 234, 328,
394, 454, 482, 626, 648, 665
Shana Fuqua: 63, 80, 328, 427
Ken Gale: 151, 540, 637, 651, 661
Jaime Garmendia: 44, 234, 306,
327, 471, 582, 667, 682
Melissa Gavazzi: 63, 299, 493
Marty Gear: 37, 479, 521, 543
Judy Gentry: 163
Greer Gilman: 10, 36, 170, 223,
307, 419, 495, 519, 646
Brian Glass: 257, 494, 524
Sarah Goodman: 147, 173, 421,
541
Deborah Goss: 347
Anabel Graetz: 347, 422, 523,
565, 581
April Grant: 174, 352, 389, 483,
519, 577, 645, 665
Glenn Grant: 106, 193, 236, 280,
499
Justine Graykin: 152, 308, 330,
428, 499, 577, 635
Melina Gunnett: 23, 236, 405,
468, 584, 594
Abby Hafer: 424, 441, 563
Andrea Hairston: 10, 139, 300,
323, 457, 497
Steven Hammond: 356, 515, 528,
551, 636
Forest Handford: 146, 289, 387,
539, 571, 618, 631
Glenn Hauman: 179, 667
Jeff Hecht: 142, 325, 441, 522
Karl G. Heinemann: 81, 151, 287,
562, 575, 618, 624, 677
James T. Henderson Jr: 178,
280, 305, 528, 624
Woodrow Hill: 173, 279, 306, 338,
405, 454, 497, 560, 680
Gareth Hinds: 20, 155, 174, 254,
462, 479, 514, 526, 636
James Hinsey: 140, 418, 484, 493
Steven Hirsch: 43, 233, 250, 525
Sarah Hodge-Wetherbe: 178,
263, 283, 425, 549, 579, 643
John C. F. Hodges: 506, 518
Merav Hoffman: 353, 419, 459,
495, 595
Melissa Honig: 141, 420, 673
Heidi Hooper: 71, 203, 253, 291,
423
Wil Howitt: 16, 170, 499, 563
Crystal Huff: 72, 235, 508, 529,
676
Walter Hunt: 47, 183, 342, 503,
681
Jen Hunter: 145, 640, 650
Kara Hurvitz: 317
Sandra Hutchinson: 22, 571
Elaine Isaak: 152, 180, 264, 291,
302, 442
Felicitas Ivey: 227, 339, 394, 474,
681
Alexander Jablokov: 22, 193, 389
Victoria Janssen: 11, 73, 281, 442
Alex Jarvis: 20, 44, 234, 425, 548
Nicole L. M. Jurkowski: 458, 505
Rachel Kadel-Garcia: 145, 203,
229, 272, 398
Raven Kaldera: 87, 299, 327, 546,
582, 627
Steve Kanaras: 548, 577, 651,
667
Catherine Kane: 265, 335, 486,
569, 587, 594, 668
Sean Kane: 225, 390, 571
Melissa Kaplan: 23, 80, 341, 520
Jeff Kaufman: 50
Kate Kaynak: 14, 345, 428, 486,
541, 626
Jeff Keller: 472
Toni L.P. Kelner: 162, 168, 402
Angela Kessler: 163, 196, 472
David Kessler: 196, 228, 564
Jeremy H. Kessler: 472
Daniel M. Kimmel: 9, 48, 172,
237, 271, 555, 660
Catt Kingsgrave-Ernstein: 13,
36, 168, 198, 279, 337, 469, 584,
594, 638, 646, 675
Ken Kingsgrave-Ernstein: 80,
193, 227, 341, 638
Andrew Kirschbaum: 47, 107,
162, 265, 682
Amanda Koval: 197, 339, 423
Rick Kovalcik: 72, 235, 508, 529,
676
Marek Kozubal: 66
Ellen Kranzer: 84, 226, 422, 580,
595
Paul Kraus: 182, 433
Bob Kuhn: 11, 36, 101, 223, 289,
328, 389, 429, 495, 682
Bettina Kurkoski: 148, 197, 282,
339, 500, 620, 648
David Larochelle: 21, 82, 207,
225, 420, 473, 625
Pam “Izumi” Larson: 256, 326,
455, 584, 628
Toni Lay: 62, 141, 195, 405, 421,
521, 539
Vanessa Layne: 281, 345
Jacob Lefton: 35, 222, 253, 470,
517
Scott Lefton: 179, 203, 253
PJ Letersky: 23, 40, 144, 256,
468, 532, 584, 628, 664
Bill Levay: 39, 227, 343, 403, 456,
571, 596
Benjamin Levy: 72, 235, 508,
529, 676
Emily Lewis: 317
Suford Lewis: 37, 101, 155, 201,
351, 445, 543, 564, 575, 670,
677
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PARTICIPANT SCHEDULE
Paula Lieberman: 330, 392, 588
Tim Lieder: 174, 278, 387, 463,
570, 635
Tom Limoncelli: 434
Gordon Linzner: 266, 327, 417,
463, 654
Adam Lipkin: 39, 79, 101, 153,
234, 251, 427, 440, 626, 662,
673
Shira Lipkin: 35, 142, 206, 273,
279, 483, 638, 645
Kimberley Long-Ewing: 152,
180, 285, 514, 544, 667
Barry B. Longyear: 36, 154, 241,
264, 323, 402
Joel Lord: 166
Don MacDonald: 20, 425, 464
James Macdonald: 266, 290,
390, 446
Bruce Mackenzie: 169, 280, 304,
325
Alan MacRobert: 66, 393
Glenn MacWilliams: 110, 361,
589, 599, 602
Mark A. Mandel: 84, 170, 303,
678
Peter Maranci: 12, 89, 137, 205,
265, 482, 503, 653, 668, 680
Joy Marchand: 38, 302, 329, 469,
494, 546
David Marshall: 151, 177, 224,
480, 651
Brennan Martin: 515
Gail Z. Martin: 14, 152, 210,
307, 324
Samara Martin: 491
Donna Martinez: 234, 263, 306,
454
Erik Matson: 397
Rev. Matthew: 100, 252, 355,
571, 582, 663
Marlin May: 677
Michael McAfee: 93, 443, 509,
594
Alan McAvinney: 72, 235, 508,
529, 676
Dennis McCunney: 281, 499
John G. McDaid: 207, 301, 335,
473
The Marvelous Merv: 91
Katrina Meyer: 491
Dale Meyer-Curley: 127
Daniel Miller: 9, 70, 89, 101, 170,
505, 586, 598, 624, 654, 668
Troy Minkowsky: 44, 201, 351,
548, 559, 575, 651, 660
James Mobius: 470
John Monahan: 20, 91, 205, 227,
258, 378, 396, 441, 668
Josephine Monreal: 426
Mitchell Morris: 427, 482, 586,
625, 670
Sarah “Tashari” Morrison: 203,
222
Higgins Armory: 29, 32, 43, 160,
167, 190, 216, 414, 431, 476,
572
Maddy Myers: 153, 207, 236, 343,
456, 530, 569
Thomas Nackid: 155, 179, 280,
429
Ira Nayman: 330, 342, 428, 473,
588, 625
Lawrence Nelson: 252, 322, 354,
520, 663
Resa Nelson: 168, 264, 288, 469,
493
Shava Nerad: 100, 518
Alex Newman: 225, 357, 444, 537
Christa J. Newman: 69, 137, 178,
221, 435, 521, 543, 647
Daniel Noe: 72, 235, 508, 676
Mimi Noyes: 19, 144, 172, 211,
470, 500, 517
David Nurenberg: 15, 89, 106,
205, 223, 265, 356, 481
Elizabeth O’Malley: 40, 69, 141,
498, 628
Tuna Oddfellow: 79, 355, 559,
638
Jennifer Old: 13, 83, 421, 543,
647
Peter Olszowka: 72, 235, 508,
676
Ken Olum: 169, 447, 494, 562
Sheila Oranch: 128, 232, 298,
395
Joshua Palmatier: 192, 337, 442,
578
Suzanne Palmer: 90, 192, 378
Eddie Paradise: 357
Shelli Paroline: 401
Nicole Peeler: 183, 402, 530, 550
Jennifer Pelland: 10, 34, 154,
192, 300, 323, 531
Misty Pendragon: 107, 440, 539
Israel Peskowitz: 70, 82, 278,
352, 551, 588, 680
Joey Peters: 44, 70, 177, 224,
480, 548
Solveig Pflueger: 83, 421, 444,
475, 566
Laurel Pickard: 63, 322, 560,
597, 663
KT Pinto: 107, 180, 192, 311, 530
Steve Popkes: 33, 408
Dr. James Prego: 252, 298, 351,
441, 506, 542, 563, 644, 670,
674
Antonia Pugliese: 270
Barbara Menard Pugliese: 82,
173, 195, 225, 270, 405
Karen Purcell DVM: 22, 37, 518
Kyle R.: 63, 104, 663
rabbit: 354
Richard Ralston: 40, 85, 144,
305, 648
Suzanne Reynolds-Alpert: 10,
87, 100, 139, 180, 193, 342
Julia Rios: 22, 38, 206, 300, 483,
627, 646
Sparr: 104, 354, 398
Santiago Rivas: 70, 276, 494,
539, 596
Margaret Ronald: 352, 578, 637
Ian Cooper Rose: 299, 354, 546,
597, 663, 679
Kristen Rose Morris: 388, 426,
643
Noel Rosenberg: 72, 235, 508,
679
PARTICIPANT SCHEDULE 83
A. Joseph Ross: 238, 277, 325,
541, 681
Joan Ruland Donnelly: 198, 377
Don Sakers: 81, 137, 266, 408,
417, 567, 627
Carol Salemi: 69, 143, 444
Colin Sandel: 570
Steve Sawicki: 91, 193, 290, 404
Ian Schleifer: 169, 418, 524, 541,
660, 677
Micah Schneider: 80, 252, 562,
652
Dr. Jason Schneiderman: 524,
545, 563, 674
Kenneth Schneyer: 11, 90, 139,
469, 522, 544
Meredith Schwartz: 323, 341,
389, 562, 577, 627, 675
Selkiechick: 471
Frances K. Selkirk: 12, 140, 447,
484, 495
Jude Shabry: 62, 150, 221
Nicholas “phi” Shectman: 529
Judah Sher: 142, 259, 388, 420,
502, 561, 638, 649
Hillary Sherwood: 103, 340
Cynthia A. Shettle-Meleedy: 44,
140, 321, 468, 654
Cris Shuldiner: 72, 235, 508,
529, 676
Rachel L. Silber: 72, 235, 508,
529, 676
Gynn Stella Silva: 20, 285, 306,
480, 526
Richard A. Silva: 288, 401, 526,
653, 667
Hildy Silverman: 102, 174, 387,
457, 479, 643, 665
Jamila Sisco: 13, 69, 566
David Sklar: 344, 442, 532, 578
Joshua Slocum: 625
Brad Smith: 317
Sarah Smith: 38, 90, 142, 171,
192, 264, 278, 327, 463, 481
Elayna Jade Smolowitz: 483,
502, 649, 665
Charlie Spickler: 302, 335, 673
Michael Sprague: 72, 235, 508,
676
Richard Stallman: 47, 301, 331,
458, 509, 518
Twisting Star: 40, 221, 281, 680
Rachael M. Stark: 381
Lisa J. Steele: 277
Raven Stormbringer: 80, 560,
598, 628
Ian Randal Strock: 238, 342, 417,
551, 673
Julia Suggs: 35, 72, 235, 317, 422,
508, 561, 676
Karen Sullivan: 279, 446, 652
Sean Sullivan: 66, 325, 426, 481
Sonya Taaffe: 36, 174, 196, 223,
288, 324, 419, 483, 495
Cecilia Tan: 11, 64, 140, 236,
311, 479
Tchipakkan: 14, 308, 519
Timothy J. Tero: 46, 474, 500
Persis L. Thorndike: 147, 459
Michael Toole: 67, 144, 394
Thomas Traina: 21, 598
Jenn Tuomala: 163
Bonnie Barlow Turner: 426, 471
Carsten Turner: 179, 203, 222,
390, 517
James Turner: 301, 388
Eric M. Van: 48, 68, 345, 499
James B. Van Bokkelen: 336,
418, 540
Pamela van Hylckama Vlieg: 34,
428, 484
Mercy E. Van Vlack: 222, 263,
454, 470, 654, 661
Drew Van Zandt: 265, 528, 542
JoSelle Vanderhooft: 223, 300,
324, 339, 352, 408, 483, 541,
567, 587, 627
Carolyn VanEseltine: 153, 168,
403, 456
Michael A. Ventrella: 102, 140,
168, 238, 417, 442, 493, 544
Margarita de Ville: 357
Mark “Justin du Coeur” Waks:
73, 405, 425
René Walling: 137, 283, 305,
392, 455
Jeff Warner: 33, 171, 305, 455,
660
John C. Watson: 23, 85, 178, 549
Abigail Weiner: 173, 357
Susan Weiner: 105, 176, 298,
422, 496, 564
Syd Weinstein: 161, 407, 432
Morven Westfield: 180
Alan Wexelblat: 21, 287, 458
Michelle Wexelblat: 146, 279,
447, 653
Nightwing Whitehead: 83, 143,
173, 195, 255, 444, 647, 664
Doug Wilder: 305, 394, 474, 509,
549, 630, 648
Scott Wilhelm: 3, 18, 448, 504
Stephen R. Wilk: 106, 191, 258,
576, 635
Connie Wilkins: 64
Trish Wilson: 329, 338, 559, 588
James A. Wolf: 91, 276, 509
Jonathan Woodward: 48, 73, 89,
176, 482, 546
Trisha Wooldridge: 10, 180, 205,
290, 428, 479, 507, 519
Phoebe Wray: 180, 300, 544
Brianna Wu: 153, 181, 391
Frank Wu: 181, 276, 391, 455
Tom Wysmuller: 325, 336, 524,
576
Genevieve Yang: 219, 506
Bill “Dr. Crash” Yerazunis: 159
Aimee Yermish: 147, 277, 308,
345, 426, 653
Jennifer Yoo: 83, 474
James Zavaglia: 207, 276, 335,
446, 473, 551, 654
“Zubie” Zeballos: 184, 280, 398,
502
Mike Ziniti: 477
John F. Zmrotchek: 358
Ariela Zonderman: 669
Eric “in the Elevator”
Zuckerman: 20, 39, 289, 330,
479, 586
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