Happy New Year, cosplayers, costumers, gamers, writers, performers, fans, and CONvergence members of all shapes and sizes! Of course, January among its new beginnings and resolutions is also the time to make sure you are a registered member of CONvergence. This is your annual reminder that CONvergence 2020 registration prices will increase after January 15, 2020.

CONvergence 2020: The Stuff of Legends

August 20 – 23, 2020

at

Hyatt Regency Minneapolis

1300 Nicollet Mall

Minneapolis, MN 55403

So register soon and register often. Remind your friends to register. Help your family members secure the lowest price. Share this reminder on your Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, Instagram, Snapchat, and flex that email forwarding muscle.

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 activities@convergenceevents.org. 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!

But Don’t forget to Register!

Just remember, 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!

So don’t hesitate. Come see what the next celebration is all about, and click here to register for CONvergence 2020.