~~~~~Saturday~~~~~

“Cereal and Toons” with Lady Plague and Atropa - Hospitality - 8:00-10:30am

Get yourself some breakfast and watch the classic cartoon “Gargoyles” with you Hospitality Hosts. (Gluten free and dairy free options available)

“Morning Yoga” Hosted by Anjel and Puppy - Main Stage - 9:00am-10am

Join co-host of the Science Witch Podcast Anjel for a beginner Yoga practice in the morning to help support you through the rest of the convention.

“Morning Makeup GRWM” Hosted by the Residents of Direbrook - Workshop - 9:00-11:00am

It takes work to look this good, even with the help of Magic. Join the Residents of Direbrook and get ready for the day with us.

“The Science of Tarot” with Anjel and Puppy - Panel 1 - 7:00-8:30pm

Science Witch Podcast co-host Anjel shares their method for integrating Science with tarot in this interactive workshop which will be informative for new and advanced tarot readers

“What's in Your (Costume) Closet?” Hosted by Cindy and Howard - Social - 10:30-11:30am

We all have stuff that we’re not sure what to do with. Maybe it’s something purchased on a whim, traded for, or given to us. We move it, store it, but can’t bring ourselves to toss it. Bring it to this panel and let’s brainstorm ideas - with a few tweaks, it could fit a persona you already have or maybe we can create a new character your item will be perfect for.

Wing Making 101 with Double Mischief Cosplay - Panel 1 - 11:00am-12:00pm

Have you ever wanted to craft a pair of wings for cosplay but have no idea where to start? At Wing Making 101 the cosplay duo Double Mischief Cosplay will teach you about materials to make wings, how to pattern them and different methods to attach them. Come learn about wing making and how this knowledge can help you make your own wings.

Make and Take: “Recreating a Viking Age Inspired Hood” with Joia - Workshop - 11:30am-1:30pm

*This Workshop is pay what you can with a suggested donation of $15* Sew your own historically inspired hood! This project will be a recreation of an early medieval Viking Age hood found in Skjoldehamn, Sweden. You will leave class with a pattern, and a short-term wearable garment. Pattern options include a more historically accurate version, and several variations you can choose from to customize a more fantasy inspired version. No sewing experience necessary. All necessary tools and materials will be provided on a pay-what-you-can basis. Suggested donation $15. No one turned away for lack of funds. Twelve people maximum.

Direbrook Character Meet and Greet: Learn the Lore - Social - 12:00-1:00pm

Join the Residents of Direbrook for an evening of conversation. Ask us questions, learn about our Realm, and make yourselves at home.

Cosplay 101 with The PNW Guild of Cosplayers - Panel 1 - 12:30-1:30pm

So you want to start cosplaying but aren’t sure how? Come hang out with the PNW Guild of cosplayers as we go over the basic of getting started in cosplay. We’ll go over where you can buy materials or completed cosplays, the basic tools you’ll need for various mediums, and how to survive at a convention in cosplay!

Sigils and You: Magical Sigil Creation with Void Witch and Professor LeGhoul- Panel 2 - 1:00-2:00pm

Many cultures and cabals have drawn sigils, magical symbols, to perform magic over the centuries. Today, they can also be used as reminders and motivational tools or to make intricate art pieces. And, of course, they can be used purely for fun. If you have an interest in learning a little of the history of sigils and how to create your own, then join Professor LeGhoul and the Void Witch for a fun dive into sigils and sigil work.

Witches Tea - Hospitality - 1:00-3:00pm

Enjoy a selection of tea and treats with your fellow witches.

Costume Contest Pre-judging - Main Stage - 1:00-2:30pm

Pre-Judging for the Costume Contest, Entrants and Judges Only.

Make and Take: “Leatherworking Basics” with Garrofir and Sarria - Workshop - 2:00-3:30pm

*$10 Material Cost* Learn the basics of leatherworking and end with a simple project to take home.

“Snake Oil” Sales Competition - Salem Stage - 2:00-3:00pm

How well can you sell a piece of junk—I mean this miraculous product to a crowd of onlookers? Do your best Salesperson impression on our Salem Stage.

"Writing when you hate it." with Daniel Potter - Panel 2 - 2:30-3:30pm

Daniel Potter, the Author of the bestselling dark urban fantasy series: The Full Moon Medic, shares how he's written and published fifteen novels despite his... antagonistic relationship with the craft. If your struggling to finish something, start something or simply realized that stringing words together isn't a basket full of butterflies then you can't miss this presentation and the seven tips for Writing When You Hate Writing.

"Reflecting on the Roots of Dark Fantasy" with Theresa "Darklady" Reed and Bruce Carter - Panel 1 - 3:00-4:30pm

Where would modern Dark Fantasy be without the classics? Frankenstein, Dracula, The Mummy, The Invisible Man, The Fall of the House of Usher, and The Dunwich Horror for starters. Without these, where would King, Gaiman, Barker, Oates and others be today without the pioneers? We'll discuss the history of dark fiction, our favorites, and maybe even read a few passages.

Costume Contest Tech - Main Stage - 3:00-4:00pm

Tech Rehearsal for the Costume Contest, Judges and Contestants only.

Costume Contest - Main Stage - 4:00-5:00pm

Direbrook’s first Costume Contest! Watch our contestants strut their stuff across our stage and show of their hard work. Judged by: Our Shield Maiden, VivSai, and Bobbin Threadbare. Halftime show will be a dance performance from The Void Witch.

"Character Building" with Lorraine and Sarria Direbrook - Panel 2 - 4:00-5:00pm

Panel Description TBD

Make and Take: “Your own 18th c. Historybounding Pocket" with Joia - Panel 1 - 4:00-6:00pm

*This Workshop is pay what you can with a suggested donation of $10* DIY the Historybounder's/adventurer's most important accessory-- an 18th century inspired pocket! You will leave with a pattern for this pocket that you can take home, and a you-made pocket that can be worn around your waist, large enough to hold all your essentials. No sewing experience necessary. All necessary tools and materials will be provided on a pay-what-you-can basis. Suggested donation $10. No one turned away for lack of funds.

"Astrology and Data Analytics" with Anjel and Puppy- Panel 1 - 5:00-6:00pm

Join Anjel, co-host of the Science Witch Podcast as they discuss Astrology and it's use in data analytics and how the ancient study of the movement of the stars can inform our analysis of human history and culture

Lip Sync Battle Tech - Main Stage - 5:00-6:00pm

Tech Rehearsal for the Lip Sync Battle Royale, Judges and Contestants only.

Lip Sync Battle Royale - Main Stage - 6:00-7:30pm

Direbrook’s first Lip Sync Battle Royale! Enjoy Lip Sync performances from our contestants as they try to impress our judges: Black Fire Rei, Maddykate, and Heavens Light. Halftime show will be a performance from Lorraine Direbrook.

"The Alchemy of Dread: Crafting Horror Stories" with Professor LeGhoul - Panel 2 - 6:00-7:00pm

Whether you’re an author, tabletop game master, or storyteller of any kind, creating truly distressing stories requires the admixture of some unsettling elements. An oppressive atmosphere, impossible circumstances, and stark desperation are some of the horror writer’s most effective torture tools. Join Professor LeGhoul in exploring these, and other unwholesome reagents to disturb your audiences and put the screws on your players.

Make and Take: "Frankenstein's Familiar" - Hosted by Lady Plague - Panel 1 - 6:30-8:00pm

*Materials Cost of $10* Have a stuffed animal that needs a power up? This is the panel for you! Bring your stuffed animal and learn how to sew on accessories, removed parts and maybe even add some parts.

(18+) "Readings from Dark Fantasy Works-in-Progress" with Theresa "Darklady" Reed and Bruce Carter - Panel 1 - 7:00-8:30pm

Darklady Reads Her In-Work Dark Fantasy & Bruce Carter Reads from the Classics

"Bad Luck Ball” - Main Stage - 8:00-10:00pm

Direbrook’s Formal Dance. Come in your finest and allow us to announce you properly to the crowd. Dance music will play until 9pm when our Direbrook Residents will perform a floor show, telling the story of how our Mayor came to power. Enjoy more formal dancing until 10pm when we will transition into the Rave-N Party.

(18+) "Fanartists in the Boudoir" with Drea D and Bashfulyammering - Main Stage - 9:30-10:30pm

Come and join acclaimed artist Drea of DreaD Illustrations as she talks about her experiences in drawing spicy fan art! She will be discussing her process, how she got started and everything that goes into making spicy into an artform.

“Rave-N Party” - Main Stage - 8:00-2:00am

Direbrook’s version of a Rave. Dance the night away with the Demons and Witches and celebrate the “Fall Back” of time.