MoMoCon Memorial Weekend

While the Renaissance Festival is still going (final weekend), something else happened to take all my time and attention.

May 25-28 here in Atlanta at the Georgia World Congress Center and Omni Hotel, one of the many festivals and conventions took over.

Momo Con first began back in the early 2000's. Back then it was only a weekend long, two days. There entry was free, and it was a tiny affair. Now it's exploded into a four day event with dozens of guests and a warehouse full of vendors and artists.

This was my first year back in a while. I decided to go a different route and volunteer.

Volunteering at a Convention is a whole different experience. I was able to see things from a different perspective. All of the work that goes into setting up the whole affair, running the booths and competitions, keeping the con-attendees in line, security.... it's a mess! That runs like clockwork.

This one will be brief, due to the late hour, but expect more meat next week!

In the meantime, what are some cons you've been to? Any good stories?

May Day

I know that May began yesterday, but I simply couldn't resist adding this little video to the May lineup.

With summer gearing up there are dozens festivals, outdoor concerts, and various theatre troupes getting ready for the masses.

While I would love to list all of them that are close to you, I don't know where my reader is hailing from. :)

The nearest city I'm close to is Atlanta. With that said, here are a few great conventions or festivals that you can find in the Peach state's capitol.

MoMoCon

This even first began back around 2005. It began with the Anime group at Georgia Tech. What first started out as a few rooms on the campus is now a large event which takes place at the Omni Hotel and Georgia World Congress Center. It began with free entry (which I loved!) and is now about $20 - $60 (depending on how many days you wanna be there). It's coming around at the end of May 24-28th. Great for anyone who loves cosplay and meeting their favorite voice actors.

Spirit of Sweet Auburn

Ever been down a 150-foot zipline? There's always a first time. Come down and enjoy the Southern hospatility. Good food. Great company. Haven't been yet myself, so little information.

Marietta Greek Festival

OPA! Come on down for authentic Greek food, entertainment, and shopping. Enjoy this cultural exchange and learn about those form the Isles. Make sure to come hungry.

Georgia Renaissance Festival

Turkey Legs! Knights in Armor! Pirates! Highlanders! King Henry! Musketeers! This is the place to be. Only open on the weekends, and Memorial Day from the end of April to June, this is not an event to be missed. There are various vendors who you can watch work at their craft. Entertaining shows with wit and acrobatics! Be prepared for a full day out, as it's an outdoor event. You can exit the park throughout the day and return. From 10:30 - 6, it's the best way to check out the Renaissance!

What are some of your favorite festivals? Places you love going to when the summer heat gets to be too much? Leave a comment. :)

Being Alive

Since I utterly mucked up yesterday with this weeks' post I figured I'd do a plain little tid bit.

I am not the best at keeping up with things. I can't believe that this blog has lasted as long as it has. Seriously. It is rather miraculous.

There are so many things that will be happening this summer. I can't wait to post pictures for you!

(Well, the one viewer that I have. If you have any cool costumes you want me to look out for at Momocon, let me know!)

Well, there's a music event on the 13th, the Georgia Renaissance Festival the following weekend, and then about five days at Momon Con!

With all this happening, I'm super excited for summer!

... for once....

Prepare for the inslaught of pictures that will be coming. I will also be updating various shows that I volunteer at - "Lord of the Dance", "Finding Neverland", and couple of others.

I will also be reviewing movies and books that I read as I finish them.

And, hopefully I'll get a better schedule for this blog.

Cheers,
Have a safe week!