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RE: https://beige.party/@amiserabilist/117054959494130160
Is #DWCON always held in the same place?
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We have arrived at #dwcon! Didn’t have to wait too long for our room, which is huge. Not an accessible room as I don’t necessarily need one but plenty of space for Roach and Rhonda. I aim to try and do some walking this weekend as much as I can.
Now just decompressing before venturing out. We might join the quiz or maybe just grab some food and be antisocial a while longer. I am *very* out of practice at peopling. I hope I can remember how.
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Stressful morning as my anxiety spiked more than it has in a long while.
But we are packed up and on our way to #dwcon.. only an hour later than intended. Pretty good by our standards.
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With about a week and a half to go, I’m pondering cosplay for #dwcon.
I thought I’d given up because the elaborate idea I came up with was too difficult. But now I’m wondering if I should at least do *something*…
I’ve never done cosplay before.Should I try? Is it too late?
I thought Nanny Ogg wouldn’t be too hard but I have no long black dresses or skirts so I’d have to find one. I’m also plus size which is a limiting factor.I know it’s not mandatory but it’s my first con and I feel like maybe I’d be missing out if I didn’t.
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Calling all #DiscworldConvention attendees! Do you have accessibility requirements of any kind? Big or small, we can help!
Please check your emails for an important update from our Accessibility Team.
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Our latest newsletter contains all sorts of reminders to make sure no one misses out on many shiny things. Please give it a read and double check you're all sorted!
dwcon.org/289
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Wishing a very happy birthday to longstanding Discworld artist, Paul Kidby!
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Thinking about volunteering at the Convention? Not sure how to go about it? Here's a handy-dandy newsletter on how to get involved!
dwcon.org/278
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"And that's cutting me own throat!"
Our wonderful selection of Convention merchandise is now available to purchase for collection at the Convention! Please peruse our wares! dwcon.org/271
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"Truth! Justice! Freedom! Reasonably priced love! And a hard-boiled egg!"
Happy Lilac Day to you all.
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The waiting list form for the Convention Hotel is now open! Please have a wee look at our FAQs if you've not already. Any hotel related questions? Please email [email protected]
Newsletter: www.dwcon.org/246
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Even though he is no longer here to share it, we wish a happy birthday to the Creator of the Discworld - the one and only Sir Terry Pratchett. "Mud in your bottom!" As Nanny would say.
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We're back, and this time we mean business.
Hotel booking will be going live at 7pm BST this Sunday (19th April).
Have a read of our FAQs whilst you wait: dwcon.org/229
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Ooooook ook ook-ook eeeek! (Which, we're reliably informed, is orangutang for "It's National Librarian Day!")
What was the Discworld Librarian's original name, and what is now his favourite snack?
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Today is the International Day for Street Children, which raises awareness of the humanity, dignity and defiance of street-connected children around the world.
In Night Watch, which future member of the Watch is introduced as a young street urchin?
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It's International Safety Pin Day! What is name of the pin-themed magazine of which Stanley Howler is the editor?
"See a pin and pick it up, and all day long you’ll have a pin."
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“I thought unicorns were more … fluffy."
"See clear! Don’t let the glamour get you! See what’s in front of your eyes! It’s a damn great horse with a horn on the end!"
Today is Unicorn Day! In which Witches book does a unicorn make an appearance?
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Today's Guest Spotlight is Dr. Terri Simpkin!
Dr. Simpkin is an international educator and researcher who has lectured on topics such as leadership, diversity and inclusion in the #Discworld. We're delighted to welcome her to the 2026 Convention!
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I feel this approach also applies to boxes...and beds, and chairs...
What is your favourite cat anecdote? Share a picture of your cat in the comments!
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"And *then* he went out on to the streets, untarnished and unafraid."
It's International Carrot Day! In which Discworld book does our beloved Captain Carrot Ironfoundersson first appear?
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It's Geologists' Day! What are the names of the geology shop owners in Thud! -- and what's so unusual* about them?
*Unusual even by Ankh-Morpork standards
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It's National Popcorn Day!
Popcorn features heavily in Moving Pictures. Do you remember what it's called in the book and who invented it?
#DWCon #NationalPopcornDay #DiscworldConvention #MovingPictures
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Quack!
It's National Rubber Duck Day! Quacking at Pat Harkin is a Tradition as old as time, but not everyone knows WHY. Who wants to explain this particular Convention Quack...I mean Quirk?
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It's National Milk Day!
In Thief of Time we discover that the Disc has an incredibly competent milkman - but what's his name? Bonus question: What is is surname an anagram for?
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It's National Bean Day!
Magic beans feature heavily across fiction, but which bean belongs to this quote:
"We are silly and weak sometimes, but together we are strong. You have plans for rats. Well I have dreams for them."
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HO HO HO.
We hope all of you are enjoying the festive break, and are doing all things ending in -olly! From all of us here on the Committee, Happy Hogswatch!
www.dwcon.org/219
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“The Eater of Socks,’ moaned the Senior Wrangler, with his eyes shut. ‘How many tentacles would you expect it to have?’ said the Lecturer in Recent Runes. ‘I mean, roughly speaking?”
How often do YOUR socks get munched by the Eater of Socks?