FRIDAY
6:00 - 7:00 PM
Bay 2 Room
Klingon Days of Honor
Ed Charlton, Joel Nye, Todd Bowman
Members of Cincinnati Metropolitan KAG groups explain Klingon Days of Honor, the original concept from Star Trek and the Fan version which has developed into an international custom.
7:00 - 8:00 PM
Bay 2 Room
Klingon Fan Clubs
Ed Charlton, Joel Nye, Todd Bowman
Members of Cincinnati Metropolitan KAG groups introduce themselves and their organizations and explain the concepts behind KAG.
7:30 - 8:00 PM
Bay 1
Opening Ceremonies
The staff of MILLENNICON Station welcomes you and briefs arriving travelers on the latest station information and the weekend's activities.
8:00 - 9:00 PM
Dan's Den
Leave the Mundane World Behind Reception
Come relax and unwind from your travels and mundane concerns at MILLENNICON Station's favorite place to unwind, Dan's Den. Join your fellow station guests in pleasant conversation, have some refreshments and meet the visiting dignitaries.
8:00 - 10:00 PM
Atrium
Magic Lessons for Adults
Rob Trimble
Always wanted to learn how to play but never got around to it? Here's your chance to learn how to play Magic, the collectible card game. Rob Trimble, our resident instructional wizard, provides instruction and tips. Supplies and instructional aides are compliments of Wizards of the Coast. Ages 13 and older, please.
8:00 - 10:00 PM
Bay 1
Babble-On-5
Starward Bound hosts an open discussion on one of television's most popular science fiction series, Babylon 5.
8:00 - 9:00 PM
Bay 2
Has Fandom gotten too large? Have Cons?
Brian Roe,Tom Sadler, Mark Evans, Melvin Schmidt, Paula Robinson
Has creation con developments influenced science fiction conventions to grow too large or diverse? Has Fandom become too large? Too commercial? Some conventions try to please everyone. Is this over-kill or financial insurance? This panel will discuss the latest trends in conventions and how they are effecting the future of conventions. What's happened to the old fashioned science fiction convention?
9:00 - 10:30 PM
Bay 2 Room
PUNishment, the Pun Contest
Punsters! You've earned the groans from your friends, the guffaws of complete strangers and now you think you're ready for the big time! Gather your nerve and panache and step up and compete for the title of Punster Supreme.
9:00 - 10:00 PM
Atrium
Science Fiction Gaming Update
Dave May, Robert Glass, Dave Franks, Derron Whitaker
Representatives from the industry's hottest segments tell you what's the latest CCG, Role Playing, and Miniature games currently on the market and preview the future offerings.
Dave May of USPC, Robert Glass, Dave Franks from Agents of Gaming, Deron Whitacker of Acme Games ( New SF space battle game, Babylon 5 card and miniature games being produced in Dayton, Ohio, X Files Game, others).
10:00 - 11:00 PM
Bay 1
Earth Girls are Easy
C.M. Brown, Mark Evans, Jim Overmyer, Karen Roe
What is the proper way to greet that alien hunk or stunning female starship captain? How DO you approach a warrior queen? This panel will explain what is acceptable conduct while at a convention. Such topics as costumes and their effects on others, proper behavior, weapons policy and so forth will be discussed as well.
11:00 - 12:00 PM
Bay 1
Romancing the BEM: Sex and romance in science fiction.
Hal Clement, Ron Sarti, Maureen McHugh
Now that we have your attention...how does SF deal with the romantic side of the story and was that sex scene gratuitous, plausible or just physically impossible? What authors and stories deal with the subject and do they do it well?
11:00 PM on....
Bay 2 Room
Open Filking
SATURDAY
9:00 - 10:00 AM
Bay 2
Is This Your First Convention?
Jim Overmyer, Tom Sadler, Mark Evans
AKA The Neo Fan Panel. This one is for the convention attendees new to science fiction Fandom and/or convention going. Some of Fandom's finest share tips on how to enjoy your first convention experience. From fannish decorum to how to pace yourself for the weekend, they'll answer your questions and introduce you to Fandom.
YOUTH PROGRAMMING
9:00 AM - 12 Noon
Atrium
Stations of Activities in the Atrium for the younger fen. Children and their parents may move from activity to activity.
Designing a Space Station & Spacecraft
Using common household items, young space engineers will be able to build a space station or spacecraft suitable for flights of the imagination.
Mask Design
Young costumes will be able to create and decorate their own masks.
Treasure Boxes
Participants will be provided with the materials to design and decorate their own special treasure boxes to take home, do-it-yourself technical whatchamacallits or whatever suits the imagination.
Create Your Own Comic Book
Using computer programs and a printer, youngsters will be able to produce and print their own comic book pages.
Art Center
We'll have some of the comic book printouts and other projects available for the younger set to color and decorate while older siblings cruise the stations.
10:30 AM - 12 Noon
Atrium
Children's Costuming
Kit and Josef Matulich
Costuming just for the younger set. Tips of the trade for young masqueraders and their parents from costumers ad makeup artists.
10:00 AM . . .
Atrium Promenade
Klingon Jail N' Bail
Demon Justice, Midnight Warrior, Dragons' Heart and Dark Omen
This year the Klingon Empire, represented by Klingon Assault Group ships, will host a Jail and Bail to raise funds for the Cincinnati Salvation Army. In addition KAG will be celebrating the Klingon Global Day of Honor at MILLENNICON. Ask any KAG representative and they will be happy to explain this noble tradition of community service. Join in the fun and support a worthy cause.
10:00 - 11:00 AM
Bay 1
Teaching Science Fiction
Applewhite Minyard, Hal Clement, Helen Gbala, Doug Drummond
Applewhite Minyard, author of several science fiction textbooks, leads a discussion on how science fiction is being taught and utilized in our schools and colleges.
10:00 - 11:00 AM
Bay 2
The History of Science Fiction and Predictions for the Future
Ron Sarti, Jack Nimersheim, Melvin Schmidt, Tom Sadler, Bill Breuer, Joe Martino
Panelists discuss the beginnings of Science fiction, how has it progressed and where is its place in the new age of modern technology.
10:00 - 11:00 AM
Bay 3
Science Fiction On TV, The Good, The Bad, and The Innovative.
USS Aquilla
Glenna Juilfs, Linda Widener, Rob Langenderfer
In the past several years, television has rediscovered SF. Panelists discuss the selections the television industry has presented us in the past and present, comparing the different sci-fi programs and how they handled different social issues.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Bay 1
"SETI, Senior Senators, Sandwiches and Other ET's"
Dr. Breuer
A favorite among Midwest fans, Bill Breuer returns to MILLENNICON as our Science Guest of Honor with his unique blend of humor, history and personal reflections on the space program and our future roll as a space faring society. Not to be missed, his presentations are always a MILLENNICON favorite.
11:00 AM - 12 Noon
Bay 2
Jump-Starting The Dream
Mike Resnick, Maureen McHugh, Ron Sarti, Jack Nimersheim, David Borcherding
Experienced authors offer advice to future and new authors on the best ways to make the transition from hopeful to productive status. If enthusiasm was all it took, we'd all have Hugos on our shelf.
11:00 AM - 12 Noon
Bay 3
Rock N' Roll Set Production
Mark Racop, Jill Racop, Chuck Budreau, Lynn Schoff, Rob Hinkle, Logan Michaels, Christopher Tracy
The Cast and Crew of Rock N' Roll Starship give you an idea of what is involved in producing a space opera set from scratch for a film or video. It's not as easy as it looks.
12 Noon - 1:00 PM
Bay 2
Stage Presence
Kit & Josef Matulich, C.M. Brown, Tony Truitt, Mike Bolin, Mark Shidler
Veteran costumers and media professionals share secrets on how to make your masquerade entry the best possible because there's more to competing in a masquerade than walking on stage.
12 Noon - 1:00 PM
Bay 3
Bringing Fandom Into The 21st Century
Dragons' Heart
Joel Nye, Carol Bockelman
Learn about the changes in social dynamics, technology, and the new Attention Economy that will make fandom an entirely different place this next century. Discover how this alters the old paradigms of organization and benefits the members.
12:30 - 1:00 PM
Atrium
Magic Tournament Check-In
Contestants registered for the Magic Tournament may sign in now with Acme Games.
Convention memberships are required for tournament participation. The tournament fee is $5. Participation will be limited. Please check with the Acme Games Staff for any remaining tournament openings.
1:00 PM
Atrium
Magic Tournament
Atrium Area: Saturday 1:00 PM - Onward.
Acme Games of Cincinnati, Ohio hosts a constructed deck Magic Tournament.
Convention memberships are required for tournament participation. First and Second Place Prizes will be awarded. In addition Acme Games will also award the first and second place tournament winners with one invitation each to Acme's ShieldMaster 500 Tournament to be held in Cincinnati, Ohio, May 1998.
1:00 PM . . .
Atrium
Gaming Demonstrations
Acme Games of Cincinnati, Ohio will host demonstrations of SF collectible card games on Saturday afternoon and SF Miniature Games on Sunday in the Atrium Area.
Gaming supplies will be available for purchase at these times.
Scheduled for Saturday: Babylon 5, Aliens Predator, Legends of The 5 Rings.
Open Gaming: There will be space reserved in the Atrium area for open gaming throughout the weekend.
1:00 - 2:00 PM
Bay 1
The Making of Rock N' Roll Starship
Mark Racop, Jill Racop, Chuck Budreau, Lynn Schoff, Rob Hinkle, Logan Michaels, Christopher Tracy
The Cast & Crew of Rock N' Roll Starship tell you what went into to development, production and filming of this science fiction farce from planning to post production.
1:00 - 2:00 PM
Bay 2
The Anti SF Novel
Talented Author Maureen McHugh gives an encore performance the humorous paper she presented to the Philadelphia Science Fiction Society. Not to be missed!
1:00 - 2:00 PM
Bay 3
The Nit Pickers Guide To Science Fiction and Fantasy
Starward Bound
Starward Bound delves into the details that are the meat and potatoes of the truly knowledgeable fan.
2:00 - 4:00 PM
Anime Room
Rock N Roll Starship Showing
Mix adventure, intrigue, farce, campy sets and pun-ishing dialogue and what do you get? Rock N' Roll Starship! A group of enthusiastic, if not talented, science fiction fans decided to make their own space adventure video inspired by the tradition of Hardware Wars and Dark Star. Next showing: Sunday at 10 AM.
2:00 - 3:00 PM
Bay 1
Recommended Reading in Science Fiction
Hal Clement, Buck Coulson, Mike Resnick, Jack Nimersheim, Tom Sadler
Panelists offer their opinions on what books they would recommend this year to new and experienced SF fans as classic must-reads and additions to your home library. Feel free to offer your own reviews and referrals.
2:00 - 3:00 PM
BAY 2
Vacuum Forming Technology...It Sucks But In A Good Way
Tony Truitt, Mike Bolin and Mark Shidler
The talented, award winning team from Fyberdyne Laboratories, show you the wonders of plastic, fiberglass and other aspects their costuming innovations. These wizards of hardware are multiple MILLENNICON Mask Award winners and have showcased their talents at masquerades around the country.
2:00 - 3:00 PM
Bay 3
Making Star Trek Come True
Glenna Jullifs, Linda Widener, Leonard Robinson
USS Aquilla
Space. We all want to go there but can we afford to and what will it take to make the dream a reality for the common man? A discussion of the space program
3:00 - 4:00 PM
Bay 1
The Golden Oldies Filk Fest
Joe Ellis returns with his fabulous classic filk show. The filks you love to hear and sing along with, led by one of this region's most popular filk artists.
3:00 - 4:00 PM
Bay 2
Literary Agents
Mike Resnick, David Borcherding, Ron Sarti
Explore the pros and cons of literary agents. Do you need one? Where do you find one? What do they really do for you? With the advent of the flat fee versus royalties argument is an agent necessary for an author's survival?
4:00 - 5:00 PM
Bay 1
Miami Valley Fandom For Literacy Benefit Auction Part 1
Support and encourage future fandom by coming to the MVFL's Benefit Auction Part 1.
We have so many fantastic items to auction off that we had to have the auction in two installments this year. Check the Station Bulletin Boards for a taste of the treasures that our generous donators have sent us! We've got a little bit of everything so come one, come all!
4:00 - 5:00 PM
Bay 2
Makeup Wizardry and Tips
Kit and Josef Matulich, costumers and makeup artists, demonstrate that with a little slight of hand, some creative appliances and the right instruction you too can transform yourself into something or someone else.
4:00 - 5:00 PM
Bay 3
Recommended Reading in Science Fiction for Children
Linda Stoops,
Linda Stoops and members of The Golden Duck Foundation suggest reading selections for younger fen. Parents are encouraged to attend with their children. Share with you children that sense of wonder we all experienced when we discovered science fiction.
4:30 PM
Upper Promenade
Pre Masquerade Briefing
Masquerade contestants are asked to assemble on the Upper Promenade, outside Dan's Den, the Con Suite. Please have your Masquerade registration forms completely filled out and ready to turn in if you have not already done so.
5:00 - 6:00 PM
Bay 1
Using Science Fiction in the Schools
Cheryl Whitmore, Helen Gbala, Doug Drummond, Applewhite Minyard,
Hal Clement
Education, one of the methods to help counter the graying of Fandom and to support of our future fen. Science fiction can be used effectively in our schools as a teaching aid for students and an encouragement for reading.
5:00 - 7:00 PM
Bay 2
Designing a Space station: The House That Earth Built
Doug Houseman explores the designing and construction challenges we face in building permanent habitations in earth orbit and beyond. What will be necessary to meet the requirements of a working space scientific and exploration program?
5:00 - 6:00 PM
Bay 3
Prop Renovations
USS Bismarck
Eric Dearth explains how to build it, change it, improve it or renovate the prop that adds that special touch to your costume or private collection.
6:00 - 7:00 PM
Bay 1
Dr. Who?
Friends of The Time Lord
Members of the Friends of The Time Lord discuss their favorite time traveler. What's in the future for the classic BBC science fiction series? Panelists also share sources of information, collectibles, convention reviews and activities that might be of interest to fellow fans of the good Doctor.
7:00 - 7:30 PM
Bay 1
The Golden Duck Awards for Excellence In Children's Science Fiction
Helen Gbala, Doug Drummond
Representatives of the Golden Duck Foundation explain their group, its function and the Hal Clemet Award for the year's best Children's science fiction. Parents and fans are encouraged to attend and learn about a wonderful information source available right here in the Midwest.
7:00 - 8:00 PM
Bay 3
Star Trek Jeopardy
USS Polaris: Fleet Captain Joan Riley, Captain Tammy Creech, Captain Tom Creech, Captain Terri Burkett, Captain Jim Burkett
Test your knowledge and join in a fun filled game of Star Trek Jeopardy.
7:30 - 8:00 PM
Bay 1
Contest winner announcements, Guest of Honor Award, Special Presentations and Door Prizes.
8:00 - 8:30 PM
Bay 1
Guest of Honor Speech.
8:00 - 9:00 PM
Bay 3
Science Fiction Collectibles
Laurie Weingartner, Mary Alice Wilson, Ron Trimble
Regional experts in various fields tell you what's hot, what's not and how to handle your collection and advise you where to find the object of your desire and how much it'll possibly cost you in time and money.
9:00 - 10:00 PM
Bay 1
Art Auction
9:00 - 12:00 PM
Mars Rocks!
A Masquerade dance and competition in honor of Earth's latest visit to the red planet.
MILLENNICON combines two of fandom's favorite activities for an evening of fun.
The Masquerade portion will begin at 10:00 PM. There will be dancing throughout the evening to music provided by a DJ.
9:30 - 10:00 PM
Station Lobby
Masquerade Line Up.
Competitors for this year's masquerade are asked to check in and line up for competition presentations. Please meet in the lobby area outside Bay 2.
10:00 PM
Bay 1
Open Filking
SUNDAY
10:00 - 11:00 AM
Bay 1
Commercial Space Operations
Joe Martino discusses the commercial aspects of making the move to space successful and cost effective. Can private commerce succeed where NASA has not? He will address the current size of the space market, commercial applications of satellites, the status of attempts to reduce the cost of space operations and some possible future commercial developments in space.
10:00 - 11:00 AM
MVFL Benefit Auction Part 2
Support and encourage future fandom by coming to the MVFL's Benefit Auction.
We have so many fantastic items to auction off that we had to have the auction in two installments this year. Check the Station Bulletin Boards for a taste of the treasures that our generous donators have sent us! We've got a little bit of everything so come one, come all!
10:00 - 11:00 AM
Bay 3
Magic Lessons for Kids
Rob Trimble
Our resident wizard will give lessons to the younger gamers on MAGIC, 14 and under, please. Supplies and teaching aides are compliments of Wizards of the Coast.
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Atrium
SF Gaming Demonstrations
Acme Games of Cincinnati, Ohio will hold demonstrations of SF Miniature Games.
10:00 AM - 12:00 Noon
Anime Room
Rock N Roll Starship Showing
Mix adventure, intrigue, farce, campy sets and pun-ishing dialogue and what do you get? Rock N' Roll Starship! A group of enthusiastic, if not talented, science fiction fans decided to make their own space adventure video inspired by the tradition of Hardware Wars and Dark Star.
11:00 AM - 12:00 Noon
Bay 1
Religion in SF: God to Deus Ex Machina
Mike Resnick, Hal Clement, Tom Sadler, Maureen McHugh, Joe Martino, Ron Sarti, Bill Breuer, Mark Evans
Panelists discuss science fiction's approach the subject of religion, and God. Is it different from other forms of literature, less important, more controversial?
11:00 AM - 12 Noon
Bay 2
C.M. Brown
From Bruce Lee to Jet Li....How popular Asian Icons have influenced US culture, especially science fiction & gaming.
This discussion will examine Asian influences on our science fiction, fantasy and games. It will start with the most obvious influence, Martial Arts and move on from there. We will breakdown and explore the reality, the history and the stereotypes of the various Asian Icons and what they really mean.
12 Noon - 1:00 PM
Bay 2
Marketing Yourself as a Writer
Ron Sarti, Jack Nimersheim, Paula Robinson
Now that you're submitting stories, how do you market yourself? Are the publishing houses as supportive or less supportive of their writers than in years past and what can you do as a writer to further your own career?
11:00 AM - 12:00 Noon
Bay 3
Cloning: It's not just science fiction anymore
Jim Overmyer, Joe Martino, Doug Houseman, Corey Weiner, Juanita Coulson
Once only the realm of science fiction, cloning is now possible in the mundane world. We are now capable of replicating ourselves and nature but should we and what limitations should we set on the process? The scientific, moral and social aspects of the cloning process need to be considered before mankind delves into the act of creation. Who will decide and how can the process be regulated or should it be controlled at all?
12 Noon - 1:00 PM
Bay 3
Costuming With The Matuliches
Master Class Costumers and makeup artists, Kit and Josef Matulich will provide insight into the art of successful costuming, share some trade secrets and answer questions from the audience.
12 Noon - 1:00 PM
Bay 1
Printed Page to Screen: Is it Translatable?
Jack Nimersheim, Hal Clement, Buck Coulson, Mike Resnick
What happens to your favorite written (or drawn) character and stories when they become films or TV programs. The latest film endeavors, how have they matched up to the original stories?
1:00 - 2:00 PM
Bay 1
Future Archeology
Maureen McHugh, Ron Sarti, Jack Nimersheim, Stella Atrium, Paula Robinson
Back by popular demand, our intrepid troupe of future archeologists sift through the latest samplings from the Great Cleveland Crater Exploration Site and debate the origins of the artifacts submitted for their expertise.
1:00 - 2:00 PM
Bay 2
You REALLY want to start a convention?
Mark Evans, Jim Overmyer, Brian Roe, Pat Stanley, Cheryl Whitmore
Experienced convention runners provide advice and shared experiences to those hardy fen who'd like to start or are running a new convention.
1:00 - 2:00 PM
Bay 3
SF Fan Clubs: Putting the fun back in Fandom.
The Friends of the Time Lord
FOTL leads a discussion on SF fan clubs fun. Ever notice how some groups are so serious? You can be a devoted fan and still have fun in the process.
2:00 PM
Bay 1
Station Debriefing
The Staff of MILLENNICON Station would like to hear how you enjoyed your stay and any suggestions you may have to improve our programs and facility.
3:00 PM
The Convention Closes