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After careful consideration and analysis, the Convergence Events, Inc. Board of Directors has made the decision to postpone CONvergence. We hope you will be able to join us for CONvergence 2021: The Stuff of Legends on August 5-8, 2021. Read the full statement here.
We are hard at work developing some of your regular CONvergence squee to enjoy during August 20th to August 23rd, 2020 for CONvergence Online! While CONvergence Online is not a virtual con, it will include sanels, gaming, costumes, parties, and…Read more ›
Be part of CONvergence Online! Submit your costume to the Online Masquerade Showcase, Run a game on your favorite platform, or get together with some friends and host a virtual CONvergence party!
Connie calls talented costumer and alumnus Guest of Honor Bridget Landry! They discuss daily routines in the times of COVID-19 isolation and working from home when you're a rocket scientist; Bridget tells Connie about her favorite CONvergence memory.
Greetings CONvergence Members! Last month, we committed to updating you on a monthly basis about the status of CONvergence 2020 amid the COVID-19 pandemic. As you might imagine, the news of the Minnesota State Fair cancellation has had a significant…Read more ›
We know you are anxious to hear a CONvergence update given other announcements today and appreciate your patience and understanding.
Greetings CONvergence Members! As the world continues to change with the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic at the forefront of everyone’s attention, a number of other large events have begun to cancel or change plans. We remain deeply concerned about the impact…Read more ›
We know you have questions about CONvergence's response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
COMING TO CONvergence 2020: The Stuff of Legends!
BRIANA LAWRENCE & JESSICA WALSH!!!
Briana Lawrence (Brichibi Cosplays) has written for a number of publications where she analyzes pop culture—be it mental health in My Hero Academia, the importance of fanfiction, or how we deserve more than table scraps when it comes to representation in our favorite TV shows, Movies, and video games. She started 2020 with the launch of her second illustrated novel in her black, queer, magical girl series magnifiqueNOIR.
Jessica Walsh (SnowCosplays) is an author and seamstress who has been featured in local fashion shows and cosplay magazines such as Cosplay Culture. She is currently hard at work on the third book in the couple’s Hunters urban fantasy series, now that she’s launched her horror anthology Little Creepers. She’s also had her horror stories read on various podcasts, such as Ghoul Intentions and the always spine-tingling Mr. Creepy Pasta.
Read more about Briana Lawrence & Jessica Walsh: http://www.convergence-con.org/guests/briana-lawrence-jessica-walsh/ Register for CONvergence 2020: http://www.cvgcon.org/register
Announcements
This is your annual reminder that CONvergence 2020 registration prices will increase after January 15, 2020.
Register before the end of January 15, 2020 to get the best rate on your CONvergence membership! You’ll be able to spend the money you save on cool stuff in the Dealers Room, Artists Alley, and Art Show!
Currently Seeking Sensitivity Readers
CONvergence strives to create an inclusive environment that is respectful of all cultures and identities. We are aware that the theme of Mythology and Legends for CONvergence 2020 could lead to disrespect of cultures and propagation of stereotypes. To address that, we are currently recruiting Sensitivity Readers to assist CONvergence in actively avoiding cultural appropriation and hurtful stereotypes.
Sensitivity Readers will work with the CONvergence Programming department to review proposed panel titles and descriptions, and to recruit and vet potential panelists. They will also review materials for the souvenir guide and may work with other departments upon request.
Those who volunteer for this task will be considered Specialists in the Programming department, and will therefore be members of the Convention Committee. This is an excellent opportunity to engage in convention planning throughout the year and shape the convention’s programming content, not to mention clock some volunteer hours before the convention.
Applicants with strong knowledge of cultural sensitivity regarding marginalized cultures, best practices, and experience—including both professional experience and lived experience—in providing guidance around these topics are preferred. If you would like to be considered, please contact Margaret Eastman, Director of Activities, at [email protected]. If you have friends who may be interested, please encourage them to get in touch!
Get your Applications in!
Applications to be featured as an Invited Participant at CONvergence 2020 are open until January 8, 2020! Head over to the Invited Participants Applications page for more information. Do you know someone who would make a great addition to CONvergence programming? Tell them you think they should apply to be an Invited Participant!
Applications for CONvergence 2020 parties are open until March 31, 2020! There is no time like the present to create an amazing experience with your friends, or talk to your club or performance group about promoting yourselves through a room party or mobile party at CONvergence!
Applications for CONvergence 2020 Fan Tables are open until June 15, 2020! Fan tables are a great way to get the word out to CONvergence members about your club, organization, event, cause, or project!
Submit your Panel Suggestions, Sandbox Activity, and Game Ideas
Got great panel ideas after checking out a recent film release, TV show, or new book? Fortunately, there’s still time to submit CONvergence 2020 panel ideas to the programming department. But you’d better do it soon!
Do you have an amazing idea for an art, craft, or science activity that would be perfect for Connie’s Quantum Sandbox in 2020? Click here to learn about submitting your Quantum Sandbox ideas!
Have you ever thought about hosting a game at CONvergence? In addition to being a lot of fun and giving you the chance to invite a new group of players into one of your stories, you can get volunteer hours for it! Head over to the Host a Game page for more information.
Come to the Convergence Events, Inc. Annual Meeting and Election
The 2020 Convergence Events, Inc. annual meeting and board election will be held Saturday, January 18, 2020 after the January CONvergence Convention Committee meeting. Click here for more information on the Convergence Events, Inc. website.
This is a great opportunity to check out how we choose our leaders, and find out more about the nuts and bolts of CONvergence. Plus, attending this meeting will count towards your CONvergence member voting rights in 2021!
We hope everyone is staying safe and secure during these turbulent times. As planning for CONvergence 2021 gets underway, we have a few other exciting updates to share with you, our CONvergence community. We would also like to request your…Read more ›
Want a limited-edition CONvergence 2020 T-Shirt or pullover?
