It’s hot out there. And I’m not talking about sexy-costume or washboard-abs heat. I’m talking about summer in Atlanta, the sun beating down on your face, humidity levels making the walls sweat hot. We’re in the early hours of Dragon Con, and this reporter has the best interests of convention attendees at heart. Please make sure to drink fluids that… Read more →
This tale begins with an airplane. When going to Dragon Con from afar, one of the first tasks to complete is the customs and security line. Once that overdose of paranoia has successfully finished searching every nook and cranny that has ever existed throughout all of history and violating every ounce of human dignity you possess, you actually get to… Read more →
Don’t miss your favorite Baen author signings at The Missing Volume, booths 328, 329, and 330, level 2 AmericasMart Yellow section: Friday 6pm: David Weber and Timothy Zahn Saturday Noon: Michael Z. Williamson 1pm: John Ringo Sunday 1pm: Jody Lynn Nye 4pm: Charles E. Gannon 5pm: Les Johnson 6pm: Mark L. Van Name
The Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America (SFWA) will be participating at Dragon Con again! Its table will be located in the Hyatt, outside the Comics and Artists Alley. Come by for author signings, information about the organization, and recommended reading lists for all ages. SFWA author signing times: Friday 3:00 Jack Hillman 4:30 Beth Revis 5:00 Charles E…. Read more →
Each year, Dragon Con hosts a blood drive in partnership with LifeSouth, which serves more than 40 hospitals in the Atlanta area and more than 110 hospitals in Florida, Georgia, and Alabama. In 2013, the drive welcomed 2,972 donors and collected 7,544 units, assisted by a crew of more than 60 people from all three states who descended on Atlanta… Read more →
What is a “challenge coin”? It’s a small coin bearing an organization’s insignia or emblem and carried by the organization’s members. Traditionally, they are given to prove membership when challenged and to enhance morale and camaraderie within a military group. In addition, they are also collected by service members and have spread in popularity in recent years with non-military groups,… Read more →
In support of our 2014 Charity, the Atlanta Community Food Bank, Dragon Con will also be hosting a food drive during the convention. We’ll have collection bins located in the Sheraton near registration. Not sure what to bring? Check out the the ACFB’s information on the most needed items: As a part of our dedication to providing healthier food to… Read more →
Proceeds from this year’s Dragon Con charity auction and charity events will benefit our 2014 charity, the Atlanta Community Food Bank (ACFB). Dragon Con will again be matching funds raised at the show, up to $50,000, with the hope of being able to send over $100,000 to the ACFB. As the need has continued to grow, the ACFB has been… Read more →
