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AussieCon IV [message #32607]

Tue, 10 August 2010 23:21

Ithilien
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Is anyone else going to be at AussieCon IV early next month? Would you be interested in a SUNSHINED-inspired catch up at another one of Melbourne's fabulous bakeries?

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Re: AussieCon IV [message #32610 is a reply to message #32607 ]

Tue, 10 August 2010 23:47

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I totally am! Getting there on the 1st and leaving on the 8th, with the 7th set aside for a photography trip to the Zoo and hopefully some shopping (I need swing shoes and the nearest place to get them is Melbourne!)

Hotel is in town, just off Collins St, so quite central. I have been advised that I *have* to go to Kokoblack, so that is on my schedule - would that be a good place to meet? I see there is one down the other end of Collins st from where I am staying LOL

http://www.kokoblack.com/

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Re: AussieCon IV [message #32619 is a reply to message #32610 ]

Wed, 11 August 2010 05:46

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Oh, yes. You should certainly not miss Koko Black.

I'm not sure they do reservations, but I'll check. Also, the menu at Koko Black is a little limited for anyone who doesn't count chocolate as a major food group. Maybe we'll have TWO catch ups... I mean, we're going to be there all week. Very Happy

[Updated on: Wed, 11 August 2010 05:50]

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Re: AussieCon IV [message #32654 is a reply to message #32619 ]

Thu, 12 August 2010 03:29

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KokoBlack definately does reservations.

I suggest that the couches at the top of the stairs should be SPECIFICALLY asked for when doing the reservation- they are beautiful leather couches with a view from the window down into the Royal Arcade, ( for those in different parts of the world, this is a lovely 19th century shopping arcade, cast iron lacework and all) The couches will seat up to 5, or there is also the option of the two leather wing back chairs ( seats two) if you want a more private gathering

Royal Arcade pictures

Koko Black is definately Chocolate rather than Cake. I was going to put a suggestion up for a meeting at Laurent during Aussiecon in the World cake tour blog. However, I didnt want it to actually clash with Aussiecon. Another option might be for me ( or someone else) to BRING cake to Aussiecon one day so we can actually do something on site ( and induct other devotees into the cult of Mckinley) What do you think? has anyone any experience with adding an event to a con program?

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Re: AussieCon IV [message #32657 is a reply to message #32619 ]

Thu, 12 August 2010 05:04

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Ithilien wrote on Wed, 11 August 2010 19:46

Now you're making me really sorry I can't be there with you all! Love Koko Black. Their hot chocolate is to die for, and having cake with it is redundant.
Enjoy the conference, the chocolate and the cake (if you have the extra event as suggested by Kaliedescope).

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Re: AussieCon IV [message #32684 is a reply to message #32607 ]

Thu, 12 August 2010 17:01

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Well one way or another I will be going to Kokoblack Smile

But if any of the locals can suggest a better cake type place for a meetup then I will certainly be happy to attend provided I can get there. Wont have wheels so either within walking distance or public transport would be helpful Smile

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Re: AussieCon IV [message #32685 is a reply to message #32684 ]

Thu, 12 August 2010 19:29

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Laurent's is very nice and conveniently placed in the city. Brunetti's in the city is a little small, but depending on the numbers, we could go there.

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Re: AussieCon IV [message #32945 is a reply to message #32685 ]

Wed, 18 August 2010 19:51

Ithilien
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Okay, so what's the plan? Are there any times/dates that particularly suit people? Or not? (I'm having the greatest difficulty working out what actually happens at a Worldcon. I know there's a ball. Two balls. And authors wandering around loose. But that's it!)

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Re: AussieCon IV [message #32952 is a reply to message #32607 ]

Wed, 18 August 2010 23:16

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http://www.aussiecon4.org.au/index.php?page=92 is the offical events

So either the first day looks like it has potential - I arrive on the 1st and leave on the 8th. I have scheduled the 7th for shopping and a photography trip to the zoo to see the snow leopards, so Im free around those times

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Re: AussieCon IV [message #32953 is a reply to message #32952 ]

Wed, 18 August 2010 23:20

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But I don't understand - what are people doing all day? Is it all just coffee and cake?

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Re: AussieCon IV [message #32963 is a reply to message #32953 ]

Thu, 19 August 2010 02:44

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Ithilien wrote on Thu, 19 August 2010 15:20

But I don't understand - what are people doing all day? Is it all just coffee and cake?

I have never been to a con, but there should be tracks where authors will do readings, there are panel discussions, there is the Art SHow and the Dealer room for shopping.

One of my main reasons to go is to actually meet Face to Face as many of the people and friends I have met on the Interwebs as this is probably the only opportunity I will get to do that.

I gather Cons usually have a lot happening, the Events section is a bit lightweight unfortunately.

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Re: AussieCon IV [message #32965 is a reply to message #32963 ]

Thu, 19 August 2010 05:37

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Also filksings, costume contest, author signings, etc.
http://www.aussiecon4.org.au/index.php?page=70
There should be a detailed program of the panels and talks, but it doesn't seem to be ready yet, although as the event is less than a month away, that seems strange.

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Re: AussieCon IV [message #32970 is a reply to message #32965 ]

Thu, 19 August 2010 08:41

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Yeah, all I could see was a 9-5 kaffeeklatsch thing. Which is lovely and all, but I took four days leave to go to this!

Weird.

[Updated on: Thu, 19 August 2010 08:44]

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Re: AussieCon IV [message #32971 is a reply to message #32970 ]

Thu, 19 August 2010 08:58

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Four days leave?

One word: Lambs.

You know where I live. Wink

I've got a plan so cunning you could put a tail on it and call it a weasel ~ Blackadder

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Re: AussieCon IV [message #32972 is a reply to message #32970 ]

Thu, 19 August 2010 09:17

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The progress report #4 that you can download here http://www.aussiecon4.org/index.php?page=29#pr4 says the program is being finalized. Seems like they're just running late but there really will be wall-to-wall stuff to do if you have faith and show up!

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Re: AussieCon IV [message #33021 is a reply to message #32971 ]

Thu, 19 August 2010 21:13

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Ooh! Can I have a lamb? They're so cute!

(We may have to disguise it as a poodle. The council here is weirdly prejudiced against farm animals. NONE allowed.*)

ETA: Unfortunately, I have house guests during the four days. But you should absolutely come down and go to the ball!

Hmm, I wonder if I still fit in my red satin dress. And maybe I should let that cloak hem down...

*Except chooks

[Updated on: Thu, 19 August 2010 21:17]

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Re: AussieCon IV [message #33022 is a reply to message #32972 ]

Thu, 19 August 2010 21:15

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Ah, okay. Amusingly, I found more information on George Martin's LJ update this morning about their progam than is available on the site!

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Re: AussieCon IV [message #33023 is a reply to message #33022 ]

Thu, 19 August 2010 21:23

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Ithilien wrote on Fri, 20 August 2010 13:15

Ah, okay. Amusingly, I found more information on George Martin's LJ update this morning about their progam than is available on the site!

oooh post a link pls

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Re: AussieCon IV [message #33026 is a reply to message #33023 ]

Thu, 19 August 2010 22:05

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Here you go: http://grrm.livejournal.com/174490.html

Obviously, it's focussed on his events. Smile

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Re: AussieCon IV [message #33027 is a reply to message #33026 ]

Thu, 19 August 2010 22:31

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From the benefit of my experience ( exactly one Worldcon, Aussiecon 3) I can tell you that there will be:
Almost continuous writer/reader panels ( talkfests)
A movie/video room(s) continuously showing something( and rarely repeating)
A dealers room with more bookshops/ magazines than is safe to be exposed to for one day ( let alone 4)
(A) room(s) full of people playing games
An art gallery ( fan/semiprofessional art)
Also as mentioned filksinging (though it is not as well embraced a fan art as in North America)

Now, CAKE: I havent kept track of when who is where. Is Thursday Morning (before the Con opens officially) to early in the day to meet for cake?
Or does someone have another time to suggest?
Does the mention of 2 balls mean everyone else is going to the Horror ball on Friday night, or is that time free?

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Re: AussieCon IV [message #33034 is a reply to message #33027 ]

Fri, 20 August 2010 01:21

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I'm not sure yet if I'm going to the horror ball. I understand (with some foreboding) that there are many late night Worldcon activities. Besides, two balls in four days would be a trifle overdoing it for me.

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Re: AussieCon IV [message #33037 is a reply to message #33034 ]

Fri, 20 August 2010 03:30

kalaidiscope
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You could (like me) just plan NOT to go to many of the late night things....
I would classify myself as a "reader" My impression is that most of the people on the list would also fit into the category more or less.

I have friends who are 'fans". They freely admit that they dont read much Science Fiction, and that they go to conventions for the social aspect- Cool parties, interesting geeky people to meet.

Some people with stanima are able to be both. Personally, I have to pace myself a bit and the books will always come first. That being said, I'll pop my head into a few parties, but I'm not planning to stay late.

(This post may remind you of the "Geek hierarchy" geek hierarchy)

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Re: AussieCon IV [message #33040 is a reply to message #32607 ]

Fri, 20 August 2010 06:25

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I am only taking the one outfit, and intending to wear to masqerade ball - cant possibly be seen in it the night BEFORE!

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Fri, 20 August 2010 21:30

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Well, I have to go to the masquerade. I made Faramir buy me a Venetian mask on our honeymoon and haven't actually worn it anywhere...

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Re: AussieCon IV [message #33184 is a reply to message #32607 ]

Sun, 22 August 2010 05:40

abigailmm
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Program's up
http://www.aussiecon4.org.au/index.php?page=26
Basically there seem to be a dozen or more things you have to choose between every hour of the day.

Have fun!

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Sun, 22 August 2010 08:31

Ithilien
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Well! I'm certainly spoilt for choice. I just need to work out how to be in several places at once now!

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Re: AussieCon IV [message #33295 is a reply to message #33040 ]

Wed, 25 August 2010 06:23

Ithilien
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BlueRose wrote on Fri, 20 August 2010 06:25

I am only taking the one outfit, and intending to wear to masqerade ball - cant possibly be seen in it the night BEFORE!

I'm not sure if you've seen this elsewhere, but apparently Masquerade is a costume contest rather than a ball. The Nightmare Ball is the actual masked ball. But it costs more... Sad

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Re: AussieCon IV [message #33507 is a reply to message #32607 ]

Sat, 28 August 2010 17:52

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So... uh... how's Thursday morning at, say, 10 am? Laurent's patisserie for an hour. (Then I'm skedaddling over to the con to get in line for John Scalzi's signing.)

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Re: AussieCon IV [message #33555 is a reply to message #33507 ]

Sun, 29 August 2010 21:15

kalaidiscope
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YES!

Laurent Boulangerie Patisserie 306 Little Collins Street Melbourne
10am Thursday September 2.
Try to meet downstairs, but if it is way to crowded take a look upstairs as well.

Flaunt a Mckinley book with pride to be recognised.

kalaidiscope
Ithilien

Who else is coming?

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Sun, 29 August 2010 22:39

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Tell you what, I'll lug my copy of the PEGASUS ARC along. Razz

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Re: AussieCon IV [message #33558 is a reply to message #32607 ]

Sun, 29 August 2010 23:50

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ok will have to remember to pack a McKinley book to bring along Smile

Might not have space but at least I can find you lot

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Mon, 30 August 2010 03:31

Ithilien
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Bring a picture of your cats. They're adorable!

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Re: AussieCon IV [message #33577 is a reply to message #32607 ]

Mon, 30 August 2010 21:13

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I'm supposed to have snout to grindstone at work - but I'll see if I can get away.

Any other locals attending? People I can potentially recruit as bellringers? :+>

Audrey

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Wed, 01 September 2010 03:37

kalaidiscope
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If I say "yes" does that mean you are more likely to come ? Smile

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Wed, 01 September 2010 03:46

Audrey Falconer
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kalaidiscope wrote on Wed, 01 September 2010 17:37

If I say "yes" does that mean you are more likely to come ? Smile

Both my husband Leon and I should make it, with a bit of luck.

I will be giving out some bookmarks - bell-ringing ones! We made them up for the tower and since we make them I thought I'd bring some along.

If anyone there is ever likely to send anything to Robin herself I'll give them one to send to her. We really should get one to Robin one day!

Looking forward to seeing people there!

Audrey

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Re: AussieCon IV [message #33642 is a reply to message #33623 ]

Wed, 01 September 2010 19:31

Audrey Falconer
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I'll be there, but sadly Leon won't - work demands.

See you all there!

Audrey

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