Science fiction, fantasy, & horror - web design, graphic design, interactive media development by greententacles
2010-03-14 GMT
Science fiction, fantasy, & horror - web design, graphic design, interactive media development by greententacles
2010-03-14 GMT
Mar 26th-28th 2010 • NASA Ames Research Center, Mountain View, CA 94041 • MILES: 10.61 / KM: 17.07
academic, science, science fiction, space, technology,
CONTACT is a unique interdisciplinary conference which brings together some of the foremost international social and space scientists, science fiction writers and artists to exchange ideas, stimulate new perspectives and encourage serious, creative speculation about humanity’s future ... onworld and offworld. Each year we meet to promote the integration of human factors into space age research and policy, emphasize the interaction of the Arts and Sciences and their technologies, and develop ethical approaches in cross-cultural contact, whenever and wherever it occurs.
Apr 2nd-4th 2010 • Moscone Center, San Francisco, CA 94103 • MILES: 41.62 / KM: 66.98
anime, art, comics, cosplay, manga, media,
The comics and popular arts convention returns to Moscone Center South. Special guests who have already signed on for WonderCon include Frank Cho, Amanda Conner, Darwyn Cooke, Colleen Doran, David Finch, Adam Hughes, Geoff Johns, Robert Kirkman, Steve McNiven, Jimmy Palmiotti, Tim Powers, Gail Simone, Ethan Van Sciver, and Judd Winick, along with show favorites Sergio Aragonés and Mark Evanier, and pop culture legend Stan Freberg and his wife, Hunter. More guests will be added!
Apr 3rd 2010 • Masonic Lodge of San Mateo, San Mateo, CA 94401 • MILES: 28.81 / KM: 46.36
dance, historical, steampunk, victoriana,
Aeronauts, submariners, aetherial explorers, and gentlemen and lady adventurers of all type are invited to join the intrepid members of The Legion Fantastique for a celebration in honour of the memory of their founder and inspiration, M. Jules Verne! Dance and celebrate at a Victorian/Edwardian Steampunk ball set in an alternate universe in which the Victorians have already invented computers (Analytical engines), laptops (portable difference engines), efficient software (the versatile and elegant ADA), cell phones (portable communication devices), submarines, air travel, and even space flight.
Apr 14th-15th 2010 • Palace of Fine Arts Theatre, San Francisco, CA 94123 • MILES: 43.95 / KM: 70.73
The official Twitter developer conference.
Apr 24th 2010 • Game Kastle, Santa Clara, CA 95050 • MILES: 3.84 / KM: 6.18
collectibles, roleplaying game,
JudgeKon is a 7-slot convention featuring events not yet run in the Bay Area. The purpose of this convention is to reward and encourage judging in the bay area. JudgeKon will follow a novel approach to convention organizing - with no zeroes, simply requiring all attendees to judge one (and only one) adventure).
May 1st 2010 • Masonic Lodge of San Mateo, San Mateo, CA 94401 • MILES: 28.81 / KM: 46.36
dance, fairy, fantasy, renaissance,
Waltz the night away among the fairies, pixies, goblins, redcaps, wizards, sorceresses, enchanted princesses, charming princes, intelligent cats, and Fairy Tale characters of every other description at the most magical ball of the season – when the Unseelie King and Queen of the Fae honour May Day and resign their crowns for six months to the blessed Seelie King and Queen. Fantasy, fairy, or fairy tale costume from any tradition is admired, not required. Period costume (authentic or creatively mixed), vintage evening dress, or modern evening dress is also welcome, as are perfectly normal mortals. Masks, either worn or hand-held, are strongly recommended. While wings are very welcome on our Faerie creatures, be sure to wear wings you can dance in (this is probably not the best night to sport a giant wingspan!).
May 3rd-6th 2010 • Moscone West, San Francisco, CA 94103 • MILES: 41.62 / KM: 66.98
Web 2.0 Expo is a conference and tradeshow for everyone who cares about embracing and extending the opportunities created by Web 2.0 technologies.
May 21st-23rd 2010 • LaQuinta Inn & Suites, Hayward, CA 94541 • MILES: 25.69 / KM: 41.34
ghosts, historical, paranormal, science,
Presenting its 8th annual California Ghost Hunters Conference, the Ghost Trackers are bringing more exciting, new attractions for anyone who wishes to experience what it’s like to be a ghost hunter, to join with others and learn from others!! This year we are having John J. Oliver, professional psychic/medium and STAR of "Haunting Evidence" as our guest speaker. We are pleased also to be having a seasoned veteran in the paranormal community, Gloria Ramirez (Young) bringing a comprehensive lecture dealing with ghost hunting, photography and equipment. This is a chance to learn everything they know and your chance to get all your questions answered from two people who have been in the business for almost 20 years. Our bonus attractions this year are investigations in two historic and HAUNTED venues - the Meek Mansion and McConaghy Mansion as well as the San Lorenzo Cemetery. These two magnificent mansions are currently being renovated allowing for better odds of hauntings and have great history.
May 22nd-23rd 2010 • San Mateo County Expo Center, San Mateo, CA 94403 • MILES: 26.76 / KM: 43.06
Maker Faire is a two-day, family-friendly event that celebrates the Do-It-Yourself (DIY) mindset. For creative, resourceful people of all ages and backgrounds who like to tinker and love to make things. So much to see, you will need 2 days to see it all!
May 28th-30th 2010 • Hyatt Regency, Santa Clara, CA 95054 • MILES: 3.92 / KM: 6.31
Guests of Honor: Writer, Peter S. Beagle; Fan, Colleen and Steve Savitzky; Toastmaster, Tadao Tomomatsu; Special Guests, Mercedes Lackey & Larry Dixon
May 28th-31st 2010 • San Jose McEnery Convention Center, San Jose, CA 95113 • MILES: 0 / KM: 0
FanimeCon is the largest anime convention in Northern California, immersing over 10,000 attendees in the world of Japanese animation and related arts. Anime fans can rejoice as Fanime offers a chorus of different events, including live concerts, engaging panels, thrilling competitions, non-stop video screenings of anime and Asian cinema, plus guests of honor from around the world. Its a non-stop symphony of epic proportions, so register now!
May 28th-31st 2010 • Hyatt Regency Burlingame, Burlingame, CA 94010 • MILES: 30.47 / KM: 49.04
board game, card game, fantasy, geek, larp, miniatures, roleplaying game,
Four days of family gaming fun in the San Francisco Bay Area! Featuring: Collectible card games; Classic and modern board games; Role-playing games; Games for Young Players; Childrens Room; Miniatures; Special events; Special Guests; Demonstrations; Game flea market; Huge Exhibit hall/dealers room; Prizes; Auction Mania!
Jun 5th 2010 • Masonic Lodge of San Mateo, San Mateo, CA 94401 • MILES: 28.81 / KM: 46.36
Please join us in celebrating the 50th birthday of Mr. Fezziwig, the most gracious party host in all of Dickens’ London. This is a rare opportunity to enjoy the pleasures of Dickens Fair in late Spring weather! Bangers & Mash plays popular dance tunes from the Regency to the Mid-Victorian period – including waltzes, polkas, schottisches, mazurkas, reels, English country dances, and, of course, those perennial Fezziwig favorites: the Congress of Vienna Waltz, the Bohemian National Polka, Lancers, and Sir Roger de Coverley. There will be a pre-ball class in Victorian ballroom dance and, as usual, all set dances will be briefly taught or called at the ball. As always at Mr. and Mrs. Fezziwig’s parties, partners are not required and introductions to partners will happily be provided.
Jun 5th-6th 2010 • Santa Clara Marriott, Santa Clara, CA 95054 • MILES: 3.92 / KM: 6.31
academic, paranormal, science, ufo,
This annual conference is a bold and serious approach to serious issues, dedicated to providing a forum for those who say what few are willing to say and facilitated in an atmosphere of goodwill, integrity and fun. Each year several of the most controversial speakers in the world gather to share their knowledge of many different issues (rarely or never addressed by our controlled media), which profoundly affect us all. Just some of the subjects covered are: Mind Control, Secret Societies, Shadow Government, The Federal Reserve, 9-11, Occult Technologies, Suppressed Knowledge, New World Order, etc.
Jul 31st-Aug 1st 2010 • Vallejo Waterfront, Vallejo, CA 94590 • MILES: 56.61 / KM: 91.1
The Great Pan-Kinetic Exposition is a family friendly event designed to showcase a snapshot of United States history during a time of exciting innovations and fantastic personalities. Held on the waterfront in Vallejo, California, the inventors and artisans selling and exhibiting inventions, works of art and incredible ideas for the far off future - our present will be surrounded by a festive big-top style tent that PT Barnum himself could be proud of!
Sep 3rd-5th 2010 • Radisson Hotel, Sacramento, CA 95815 • MILES: 91.59 / KM: 147.4
Sacremento Anime Convention is the show where “Fans Come to Play”. Our philosophy has always been to provide fun, safe, family friendly entertainment at a reasonable price.
Oct 16th-17th 2010 • The Concourse, San Francisco, CA 94103 • MILES: 41.62 / KM: 66.98
APE, the Alternative Press Expo, treats Alternative and indy comics fans to an amazing show filled with some of the very best in comics and do-it-yourself art and publishing. Over 300 exhibitors, including publishers such as SLG, Fantagraphics, Drawn and Quarterly, IDW, Oni Press, and Top Shelf, plus a massive gathering of self-publishers and artists.
Dec 3rd-5th 2010 • Hotel Saint Claire, San Jose, CA 95113 • MILES: 0 / KM: 0
fan, fantasy, science fiction,
SMOFcon is a yearly get-together where the Secret Masters of Fandom meet to exchange insights into what has happened during the previous year, at both the local level and at the most recently held meeting of the World Science Fiction Society (also known as Worldcon). We look for old friends, make new ones, catch-up on the latest gossip and rumors, attend panels on a variety of subjects about convention running, and express our views on best ways to do something.
Jul 1st-4th 2011 • Fairmont San Jose, San Jose, CA 95113 • MILES: 0 / KM: 0
art, fantasy, literary, science fiction, steampunk,
Guests include: Patricia A. McKillip, Phil & Kaja Foglio, Mike Willmoth
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