Dexcon: Don't it always seem to go...

[deathpixie]

People on my friendslist may or may not be aware that [Bad username or site: @ livejournal.com] registration has opened. The problem this year is, we're struggling to get the minimum number we need to actually book venues and cover insurance and pay for the band. So far we have 16 registrations. The bare minimum we need is 20, but 25 would be better and cheaper for those who have signed on.

A lot of people are saying "oh, I can't make it this year, I'll come next year." But the thing is, if we can't run Dexcon this year, there won't be a next year. A con lasts only as long as there are numbers to justify it and if we don't have those numbers, if we have to struggle and cajole and blackmail people into coming each year, then it's not really worth putting the work in. The problem is, I think, that we're not getting the new blood through to replace those that have dropped out over the years. But it's not like we haven't got new friends around that might be interested, who will miss out on this chance if they don't take advantage of it now.

There's about two more weeks before we absolutely have to book things or miss out. If you've ever thought of coming to Dexcon, this is the year you should. Register at the Dexcon site - you'll need to create a new sign in, if you're an old hand, since it's a new server - and enjoy three days of good, clean, geeky fun. Meet people you've only ever talked to online and discover it's like you've known each other all your lives. Rock out to Johnny and the Demons. Dress up for the formal dinner and enjoy being able to relax and say whatever comes to mind. Support Dexcon, because as Joni Mitchell said "you don't know what you've got 'til it's gone".

Comments

[doqz.livejournal.com]

Worst comes to worst - think of it as a reboot. This will be just like the first one. Somebody find Wire.

[avariel-wings.livejournal.com]

I think I registered. I did, right?

[ashlan.livejournal.com]

I think for many people it's harder to justify a plane ticket alone that costs over $700, a hostel/hotel fee, and the fact that for many of us, Canada is no longer a cheaper option because of the weak american dollar. I understand your position, but I don't think Dexcon is high on the priority list for people - and if it ceases to exist, it still won't prevent people from flying across the country (and oceans) to get together. There is also nothing wrong with considering the idea that maybe such a convention would enjoy better attendance if it were every two years.


For me it's mostly a matter of bad timing - I won't even start working until June 23rd, and I don't want to ask for time off in the first few months. While I will finally have regular income after nearly a year of unemployment, I also have to consider the fact I get to pay a pretty hefty penny to join a union. :)

[http://users.livejournal.com/_bounce_/]

I wish I could come, but there's just no way it's possible. Uni and a complete and utter lack of money. (Stoopid having an income of <$20,000...)

[http://users.livejournal.com/buttercup_/]

Hey, I tried creating a new login for the site last week but I never got an e-mail confirmation and then eventually just forgot to e-mail you guys and ask. But I'm definitely planning on attending :)

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[doqz.livejournal.com]

So you guys hit the mark on the regs yet?