I'm just finalizing my schedule and packing list for ICON 35 A Steam Powered Convention of the Future, the science fiction convention in Cedar Rapids, IA, where I'm guest of honor this weekend. The event's got several kinds of gaming (including two weekend-long LARPs), its own Stormtrooper garrison, an art show and masquerade, a writers' workshop, and appearances from writers including Joe and Gay Haldeman (and many others). I'm really grateful to the ICON volunteers for bringing me to Iowa for the first time in my life, and can't wait for the event, which promises to be a delight!
ICON 35: science fiction convention in Cedar Rapids, IA this weekend (I'm guest of honor!)
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