Covid-19 (The Corona Virus) is on the top of all of our minds these days, and due to the recent escalations of this to a pandemic, on top of the confirmed cases in Manitoba, we are taking precautions so we don’t contribute to the spreading of the virus.
Spring GamesDay on March 21 is Cancelled
We wish we could merely postpone it, but due to the lack of time between now and our June convention date, and the uncertainty of what will be happening, we are going to cancel this event entirely.
What does this mean for PrairieCon in June?
Frankly, we don’t know right now.
ACC is cancelling any public events until the end of April, we support this decision, but we are currently left in limbo for what we do for our main event in June. We will be in discussions with ACC about the venue, and what options we have to delay the event or reschedule if necessary.
Right now, all we can really say is we are monitoring the issue and have made no official decision on PrairieCon yet. We are hopeful that we will still get to hold the event in June, but only time will tell at this point.
In the meantime, we suggest you dig out your copies of Pandemic for some theme-inspired gaming, and we will keep you all up to date as this progresses.
Some Good News
We have an updated registration system that will be rolled out this year, which will address many of the concerns brought forward. We will roll out some of the details shortly, but we will be delaying any pre-registration until we have more concrete information about what will be happening with PrairieCon this year.
On Friday afternoon – Please use the designated event parking in the ACC Parking Map found here. Friday evening to Sunday afternoon – Parking is free everywhere on the parking lot over the weekend.
Schedule
To view the times for each slot visit our website here.
Auction details and new form
The Auction is a great place to get rid of your old games and pick up some new ones for a great deal. **Please note we have a new auction sheet for you to use this year. Since the auction is growing larger each year, we are making some changes to ensure everyone gets an opportunity to get some items through.
As always our canteen will be open during the entire convention as a place to pick up a drink or some snack. AND this year we’ll be joined by Chez Angela who will have coffee, pastries and other treats available for purchase.
PrairieCon is heading to the Summer Fair, and we are looking for a few good volunteers to help introduce families and kids to PrairieCon and some board games that aren’t Monopoly!
In addition to sharing the gift of gaming at the Summer Fair, you will also get free admission! So, you get to play some games, get access to rides after your shift and the best part is, you get access to mini-doughnuts without having to pay to get past the gate!
We only have six tickets to give out though, so let us know right away if you want to volunteer!
PLUS, on top of all that, volunteering at the fair will count as a slot toward PrairieCon convention volunteer incentives!
We still have Prairiecon volunteer slots that need filling during our convention on June 14-16. If you have an open slot or two during the weekend we could really use your help!
After only a few days of registration, the PrairieCon XL D&D Tournament is almost full! Saturday is completely sold out, and there are only ten spots remaining on Sunday (enough for two more teams). If you are hoping to play, don’t delay!
Just one final reminder to all of the team captains out there – please email me your team roster prior to the event so that I can ensure that your team gets to play together. If you can’t quite recruit the full five members for your team, you are welcome to sign up as a smaller team and we will supplement your ranks with folks who have signed up as individuals. If you have a friend you want to play with, that is fine as well – just let me know, and I will do my best to accommodate your request! No guarantees, of course, because math is a cruel mistress.
Thanks to all of the 40 players who have signed up thus far. I am delighted to see such enthusiasm for the event. If you have any questions, or wish to register a team, please email me at craigdedrick@hotmail.com
As further thanks, please enjoy the last two character portraits by Alyssa Fraser:
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PrairieCon XL happens on June 14 – 16 Assiniboine Community College.
Pre-registration for PrairieCon opens Monday, May 20 at 7:00 pm. Be sure you register early, games fill up quickly.
This year marks PrairieCons 40th convention! We will have over 200 different games to choose from, including card games, miniature games, roleplaying games, board games and some other great events that you can take part in!
To add to the fun, this year, I Want That Stuff and PrairieCon have teamed up to host a Magic The Gathering 1K tournament. Magic players will compete for awesome prizes in this grand tournament! Stay tuned to our website for more details.
Pre-purchase your T-shirt online
Buy your t-shirt online ahead of the con, so you can save all your cash over the weekend for the important things… snacks! Visit our website at: https://www.prairiecon.com/shop/
PrairieCon is a non-profit organization serving gamers throughout the province of Manitoba. Our mission is to promote gaming as a hobby for young and old – working to build community through diversity and inclusion.
