We usually try to keep things lighthearted but the recent events in Manchester, England and the incident at Phoenix Comicon, we want our attendees, guests, vendors, dealers, volunteers, and staff to know that we want you to feel you are in a safe environment. We were already planning to step up security. A formal announcement will be made Tuesday. At this time we want to emphasize 3 things:
- See Something, Say Something – if you see something that looks wrong, tell someone. Don’t ignore your gut.
- Weapons – we will be inspecting and peacebonding weapons. Anything that gives us pause will be asked to be returned to your room or vehicle. (We have a no refund policy and we will not refund your membership because your weapon is deemed inappropriate.)
- We already have a police presence at the convention on Friday and Saturday evening and are speaking to CMPD about increasing the presence.
Now on to lighter things! Before we recap this past week, we will be making announcements next week and encourage you to check the website and social media.
Monday we chatted with Art and Music GOH Aurelio Voltaire. He hasn’t owned a TV in 30 years! You can also check out his current favorite jam – Bad Lip Reading with Yoda – SEAGULLS.
Tuesday the Dealer Room Limelight focused on Sweetfire Creations with Lori Reed, a reminder that the ConCarolinas American Red Cross Blood Drive needs your blood! and our Live and Silent auctions to benefit Saving Southern Kitties with a look at Gaming GOH Game Master, Clint Black.
Wednesday we chatted with Science GOH, Stephanie Osborn who has a new book out! Our Guest Spotlight featured more fun facts about 2017 Attending Guests like Chuck Carte’s neighbors wondering why he builds so many blue outhouses!
Thursday Gaming Days featured Word of Darkness LARP and Hull Breach Cheating for Charity! Cheating . . . that’s legal!
Friday our pre-registration for 2017 Memberships concluded. Fan and Film Fridays announced our attending Charity and Fan Groups.
