| Possible Panels for 4th Street 2013 |
[May. 2nd, 2013|03:01 pm]
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Hey, all!
Fourth Street is coming up in just under two months here, and we wanted to let you see some of the panel topics we're hoping will spark conversations this year.
As ever, the only guaranteed panel topic is...
Another Panel - Have you ever had a moderator close down a tangent that seemed as interesting as the panel at hand with "That's another panel"? Well, Another Panel is where we follow up on those tangents and side conversations.
We typically only have schedule space for ~9 panels, plus Another Panel, so not all of these will make it into the schedule, but we're definitely interested in hearing which of these topics you're most interested in. (And yes, this is why some of these overlap a bit with other topics on the list.)
The theme of this year's Writer's Seminar is journeys, so this year's list starts with three journey-themed panels...
( More panels than you can shake a stick at...Collapse )
Do let us know what you think! |
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| Onward... to 4th Street! |
[Nov. 14th, 2012|09:37 am]
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Good morning 4th Street!
The information for June 21-23, 2013 has been posted on our website:
http://www.4thStreetFantasy.com/2013/
Check it out. Besides our historical information [always interesting to review] there are a few important points to check out.
Registration is now open. Do remember that we have to limit our numbers in order for the single-track format to function well and for the seminar to best serve its participants. Now is the time to register before the winter holidays claim your time and energy. You can register on-line through PayPal or by mailing the printed out form with a check. The link for your hotel registration is also on the Registration page.
The Writers'; Seminar this year, Getting From Here to There, was developed from comments and suggestions from you. The panel will trace the life cycle of writing from an idea through publication and marketing.
We've also added a page to help start the welcoming process for newcomers, What is 4th Street? If you think of another piece of information that would be helpful in explaining what 4th Street is, please let us know.
Based on the post-con discussion this year, we are tweaking things a bit for 2013. There will be canopies and citronella on the patio. The ConSuite is expanded to several rooms along the same hall to provide sit and relax indoor areas. The meeting space will be rotated 90°. Take a look at the Hotel Info page to get a good overview.
One topic of some importance is the fact that there is no restaurant or bar in the convention hotel. Not having either of these is a mixed blessing. It means we can have lower registration expenses, but it also means that we have to provide our own meals and beverages. Of course, the ConSuite will provide the usual sweets, savories, protein, sodas, tea, water. Every room at the hotel has a mini-kitchen. Additionally, there are quite a few restaurants near-by that have become 4th Street favorites. For those of you who will particularly miss the bar, save some money and time: Bring Your Own to enjoy on the patio or the extended hospitality suites.
So, tell your friends, talk to each other, and let us hear from you. We are on our way. |
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| June 21-23, 2013! |
[Nov. 14th, 2012|12:58 am]
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Yup. It's up. It's ready for registrations. It's the 2013 website.
http://www.4thStreetFantasy.com/2013/
After registering yourself, try to think of 5 friends that should be added to our conversation. Send 'em email and tell them about what we're about and why they'd be perfect to join us. |
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| Yarn info |
[Jul. 19th, 2012|10:43 am]
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At Fourth Street this year, I was knitting a sock with a variegated (base color turquoise) yarn that several people asked me about. At that point, I didn't remember the name of it, but when I got home, I found the label I'd torn off the skein.
It's Chugiak, from Pagewood Farm, and it's 100% superwash merino. I think it's somewhat overtwisted, but apparently they consider that a feature rather than a bug, since they advertise "tightly twisted" on the website. Their yarn is available in an amazing number of colorways. My yarn was "Spring Brights." |
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| Possible Thursday pre-con workshop? |
[Jul. 4th, 2012|02:27 pm]
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I've been thinking I'd like to organize a workshop for Fourth Street Fantasy members on pre-Industrial Revolution textile making. It could be interesting for readers and writers to get information, demonstrations, and hands-on experience with the techniques used to make yarn and cloth in the Middle Ages and before*. Good for worldbuilding and engaged reading, no?
I'd try to recruit a few handspinners and weavers in various areas of expertise who were willing to demo and teach, and maybe even provide inexpensive drop spindles for people to play with and take home. Does this sound like something that might appeal to the organizers and membership of Fourth Street?
Sincerely,
Emma Bull, founder
The Madame DeFarge Literary Criticism and Fiber Arts Society
*Note--the date here is just for ease of posting. The drop spindle is still the tool of choice for making thread in lots of places around the world, and Gandhi promoted the charka (a hand-powered wheel for spinning cotton) as a symbol of Indian independence. |
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| Wonderful Time |
[Jun. 26th, 2012|10:15 pm]
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Just a note to say I had a wonderful time.
And if you are worried about the fire, all is well at my house. |
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| Better late than never? |
[Jun. 20th, 2012|03:13 pm]
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I was wondering if anyone had any advice on how to get to the hotel tomorrow afternoon from the airport.
I will be arriving at 4:35 pm (god willing and Delta getting me there on time) (fingers crossed)
I am sure I can find my way regardless, but I would love to hear from someone.
I am willing to buy dinner if that helps.
Cass Marshall |
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| gearing up for Worldcon hospitality |
[Jun. 8th, 2012|07:35 pm]
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Many of you already know that I'm a Chicago enthusiast. I want to add what I can to make people's Worldcon better.
So to save repetition, I've started accumulating stuff on a web page. It has now advanced from a "sketch" to a "draft": Neil’s Native Guide – Chicon Edition.
Please let me know what would make it more useful to you. (Besides actually finishing and polishing it!) |
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| Jim Young Memorial |
[Jun. 14th, 2012|09:09 pm]
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Jim Young, a major, lifelong fan, and a founder of Minneapolis fandom died suddenly this week. His Memorial Service will be held in Minneapolis on Friday, June 22 at 2:30 p.m. with a reception following.
Fridley United Methodist Church
680 Mississippi
Fridley, Minn. 55432
To honor him and to make it easier for 4th Street folks who would like to attend this memorial we are adjusting our Friday schedule. For those of you who will already be at SpringHill Suites, please gather in Elwood Meeting Room at 2P.M. so that those who would like to share rides can get together most easily. You may also want to coordinate plans through Facebook or LiveJournal. For more information, head over to the CaringBridge page dedicated to Jim: http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/jimyoung4/
The 4th Street website (http://www.4thStreetFantasy.com/) has been updated to reflect the revised Friday schedule. |
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