Capclave 2009 — things are coming together
Capclave is the annual convention put on by WSFA (Washington Science Fiction Association) in October. In 2009, the Capclave Chair is Bill Lawhorn. The convention will be held 16-18 October 2009 with Guests of Honor Harry Turtledove and Sheila Williams. The convention will be held in the Hilton Washington DC/Rockville, Executive Meeting Center, 1750 Rockville Pike, Rockville, Maryland 20852. Check the convention webpage for complete information.
Yesterday was a meeting of the Capclave committee. What was discussed was how to spread the word about the convention and brainstorming ideas for publicity, programming, and some of the other tasks that need to be done. As you know the economy hasn’t been too good over the last couple of years and trying to come up with the right mix of guests and programming to encourage people to come and have fun, learn about writing, and meeting a lot of people who enjoy reading science fiction and fantasy is not easy.
Registration numbers are okay and so far on target, but we certainly would be happy to have more people sign up and come to the convention. Check the website — we’ve got some awesome guests.
One of the benefits of coming to Capclave for people who want to learn about writing is that Capclave offers several workshops. The workshops are free to Capclave members but do require that people sign up ahead of time so the workshop leaders know how many to expect and so we don’t overbook the rooms. There’s no extra charge for the workshops and many are an hour or half-day so you don’t miss the rest of the convention either.
So, please, check out our webpage. And let me know what you think? Would you come to such a convention if it was near you and you enjoyed science fiction and fantasy books and short stories? What would make you want to attend a convention of this type?