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2014 Funshops
Résumé Review
If you want start a career in theater or film making, you need an industry standard résumé. This is a unique opportunity for conference attendees to get my professional coaching presentation to learn
● How to format your industry résumé properly
● How to compose a killer cover letter that translates non-industry experience into relevant skills
● Best practices to organize your design portfolio
● Tips and tricks for finding job leads, networking and making those all important cold calls
Bring a copy of your current résumé. I will use some of your paperwork as examples, and help you make the best of your credits. More information about my Résumé Review service: www.WorkInProduction.com. Hosted by Robyn Coburn.
Nitrogen Ice Cream
Everyone loves the moment when the liquid nitrogen pours and the clouds of white rise – then out of the cool mist comes delicious, light ice creams and sorbets made on the spot with our fresh ingredients. This has become a conference tradition since I first started facilitating this at the Boston Live and Learn. Held on the closing picnic, it works best when people bring a wide selection of ingredients for their favorite ice cream recipes.
We can make small batches of everything from vanilla to espresso to mint chocolate chip to jalapeno jelly strawberry. And it works just as will with non-dairy drinks like soy, almond or rice milks and juices. Generally served in small cones or paper cups for the gluten-free. I could use some helpers – so please don’t hesitate to approach me at the conference. Hosted by James Coburn.
Crafter’s Yarn Swap!
Calling all yarn-crafters and collectors!!! Does your yarn stash leave you uninspired? Did you over-buy for a project and have yarn left, that’s just taking up space? Did you buy yarn for a project and lose the pattern? Whatever the reason, now’s the time to shake things up! Bring yarn you won’t miss, and leave with yarn that will excite and inspire your next creation! Hosted by Kelly Tiffany.
Ultimate Werewolf
Werewolf is moderated role playing game of hidden identity and deduction. It’s the classic scenario of good guys vs. bad guys or to be more precise, werewolves vs. villagers. Up to 60 people can play! Recommend age is 6 or older. Younger kids are welcome but may need support in order to keep their identities secret. Hosted by Renita Keatley.
My Little Pony
Everypony come celebrate all things My Little Pony! Discuss and share your favorite ponies, episodes, toys, songs, and glitches. Perhaps we’ll have a singalong and pony trading too. Hosted by Mai Lon, Morrigan & Deirdre Ross.
Pippi Longstocking Appreciation Club
A funshop to celebrate the work of author Astrid Lindgren, specifically her beloved character, Pippi Longstocking – the embodiment of healthy, humorous, free-style living! We will dress up in colorful stripey stockings and have lemonade and Swedish cookies while we make red braids headbands together. Hosted by Emily Troper.
Fandomania
Whovians, Sherlockians, Whedonites, Trekkies, (etc.) welcome to Fandom!
A funshop to explore and express all your fandom. Super fans, fan girls and fan boys and parents of, come dressed in cosplay if you like, bring your quotes, art, ideas and connect with others who love the same games, books, movies, TV shows, comics, characters and manga. Share stories of brushes with fame, or other ways fandom has enhanced and improved your life. hosted by Chloe King and XuMei & Renee Cabatic.
Rainbow Loom
Bring your loom and bands if you have them. Learn how to make brightly colored, fun wearable art. Learn new techniques, trade bracelets with friends old and new. Hosted by Renee & XuMei Cabatic and Jessica Halgren Sexton.
Fiber Geeks Unite!
Knitting, crochet, spinning, weaving, wet felting – so many ways to mesh fine little hairs together into wonderful creations! Hang out with busy fingers, share ideas, help a newbie learn a new skill, or simply drop by for some tactile exploration. A group creation may be started and continued throughout the conference. There will be supplies and gadgets on hand to use, but feel free to bring whatever goodies you’d like to show off, share and/or work on project-wise.
Parents of littles are strongly encouraged to hang with them as they explore and play. Hosted by Anne-Marie Fjeld.
All Things Pokémon!
Bring your cards to play or trade, draw your favorites, have fun with all things Pokémon! Hosted by Annabel Paulson.
What Your Pet Can Teach You (aka Veterinary Stuff for Kids)
What happens if you look at your pet the way a veterinarian does? You find out that your pet has a lot to teach you about all kinds of things! Hosted by Cerie Couture.
