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Dragon Con Membership Newsletter Volume 4, Issue 2September 4–September 7, 2015 Atlanta, Georgia

Our 2015 Official Charity: The Lymphoma Research Foundation

Lymphoma is the most common blood cancer. The two main forms of lymphoma are Hodgkin lymphoma (HL) and non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL). Lymphoma occurs when cells of the immune system called lymphocytes, a type of white blood cell, grow and

“Our goal is to change the future for everyone whose life has been affected by a lymphoma diagnosis. We are dedicated to funding biomedical research focused on the origins, treatment and identification of a cure for lymphoma; to raising public awareness of the disease; and providing support and services to people with lymphoma, their families and caregivers.”*

“Nearly 620,000 Americans have lymphoma. Over 70,000 cases of non-Hodgkin lymphoma are diagnosed annually in the United States.”*

Dragon Con is pleased to announce the Lymphoma Research Foundation—Georgia Market as our 2015 Official Charity. Lymphoma has had an effect on people dear to us in the Dragon Con Community. Two long-time members of the Dragon Con family—Eugie Foster, Director of the Daily Dragon, and Mark Brown, Co-Director of Convention Operations—recently died from lymphoma, while a third member is currently battling it. We want to honor our friends, their families, and make a contribution to help those living with lymphoma.

multiply uncontrollably. Cancerous lymphocytes can travel to many parts of the body, including the lymph nodes, spleen, bone marrow, blood, or other organs, and form a tumor. The body has two main types of lymphocytes that can develop into lymphomas: B-lymphocytes (B-cells) and T-lymphocytes (T-cells).Non-Hodgkin lymphoma is the most common cancer of the immune system. Since the early 1970s, incidence rates for NHL have nearly doubled. Of the nearly 620,000 Americans with lymphoma, approximately 454,000 have NHL. Over 70,000 cases of NHL are diagnosed annually in the United States.The Lymphoma Research Foundation (LRF) is the nation’s largest non-profit organization devoted exclusively to funding innovative lymphoma research and providing people with lymphoma and healthcare professionals with up-to-date information about this type of cancer. LRF’s mission is to eradicate lymphoma and serve those touched by this disease.Dragon Con will be raising funds for the Lymphoma Research Foundation at the 2015 convention through our charity auctions, various outside partnerships, numerous track activities, and other events. In addition, Dragon Con will

contribute matching funds up to $50,000. Stay tuned to our website, social media, and Dragon Talk for updates on this year’s charity events.

*Lymphoma Research Foundation

Also In This Issue

Return of the Dragon Con Superheroes

Membership Perk: Dragon Con Night at

Medieval Times

Dragon Talk Crossword Puzzle

2015 Genre & Pop Culture Anniversaries

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Support Your Community and Come Join The Fun! Dragon Con Superheroes

Three Dragon Con Superhero projects are currently planned for the spring and summer of 2015. In addition to having a great time, people who participate in any of these service projects will be invited to an exclusive celebration during this year’s convention and will receive a Superheroes t-shirt.“We had a great time last year, getting together as fans and volunteers, to do something good and make a difference in our community,” Rachel Reeves, Convention Co-Chair said. “Donations are always important, but there are plenty of organizations that also need volunteers to carry out their mission.”Check out the information on our first two projects below. Sign up for the events will be available shortly on the Dragon Con Superheroes Page on our website, and on social media. Our third project is in the works and will be announced once the details are confirmed. Mark your calendar and come join us—we hope to see you soon!

The first Superheroes project will see a return to the Atlanta Community Food Bank partnership, with a half-day of work in an ACFB supported community garden on March 21st. Community gardens act as a powerful tool for social change by providing neighborhoods with fresh vegetables, attractive landscapes, and place to meet and work towards positive goals. Volunteers help with weeding, seeding, planting, tilling, cleaning, clearing, and any other activity that can possibly take place in a garden.

For the second project, Dragon Con will field a team of volunteers to raise money and participate in the annual Lymphoma Walk, supporting the Lymphoma Research Foundation, on April 11th at Wesleyan School in Norcross. In addition to the walk team, the Superheroes will have other opportunities to volunteer at the walk – possibilities include registration, t-shirt table, set up/clean up, and route cheerleaders.This is a great opportunity to show your support for our 2015 Charity and to those suffering from lymphoma.

Project #1 Atlanta Community Food Bank Garden, March 21

Project #2 Walk & Support the Lymphoma Research Foundation, April 11

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Members Unite, It’s Dragon Con Night at Medieval Times!

Medieval Times: Friday, January 30, 20158:00PM Show, Doors Open at 6:15PM

We want to provide year-round fun for our members and fans of Dragon Con. With that goal in mind, we have partnered with Medieval Times to bring you a night of festivity, food, and contests at the special price of only $29, almost half off the regular price of $54.95.

What ho, how can this be? Why you only need to click on the following link: http://bit.ly/DCnight15 and type in the magical code 29DC15 for the coupon code.

Important Details � Tickets are just $29 if you use coupon code 29DC15. � All guests receive a free Medieval Times/Dragon Con 2015 Koozie. � There will be a pre-show costume contest with a $1000 Grand Prize in the Adult category!

� The winner of the Child category will go home with a Deluxe gift basket. � All costumes are welcome, not just Medieval costumes. � All contestants must arrive by 6:45PM to be entered for the $1000 prize. � All contestants must purchase a ticket to Dragon Con Night to enter. � The Adult category is for 13 and older, the child category is for 12 and under. � Medieval Times is located at 5900 Sugarloaf Pkwy. Lawrenceville, Georgia 30043. The castle is located inside of Sugarloaf Mills Mall (formerly Discover Mills). Park and enter via Entry 5.

Last year’s event was a rousing success. Come join us and spread the word of Dragon Con Night at Medieval Times!

� Dragon Con’s newest member benefit is our partnership with Six Flags, which brings you substantial savings off the main gate price as well as discounted season passes. Click here and provide Username: dragonconog Password: SixFlags10.

� 15% off all e-books from Event Horizon Publishing with coupon code DCebook15. Plus, free shipping on trade paperbacks or hardbacks using coupon code DCFREESHIP.

� Discounted prices on workshops given by award winning performers, writers, and artists.

� Discounted rates to fun events like Dragon Con Night at Turner Field and Dragon Con Night at the GA Aquarium.

� Discounted rental car rates with Enterprise and National Rental Car. Click here, or use Enterprise code: XZ03A67, pin: DRA or National code: XZ03A67 if not using the link.

Additional Dragon Con Member Benefits � 25% off merchandise purchases at the Dragon Con Stores at the show, and the online store year round.

� 10% off Olympus Worldwide Chauffeured Services. Show up to Dragon Con in style! Call 1-877-OLYMPUS, and mention the discount code Dragon Con.

� Dragon Con members can now receive a 10% discount on any Scootaround rental taking place in Orlando, Florida or Las Vegas, Nevada. Just call toll free at 888-441-7575 and use the code Dragon14.

� Discounted* airfares with Delta Air Lines. If originating within United States/Canada, please click here and enter NMKL6 under Meeting Event Code. For ALL other, please click here and enter NMKL7 under Meeting Event Code. *(Some restrictions apply).

� Informative publications such as Dragon Talk, the Progress Report, and our convention Program Book.

� Teamwork, fun, and community service through involvement with the Dragon Con Superheroes!

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Dragon Talk Crossword Puzzle

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Dragon Talk Crossword Puzzle CluesAcross:1. ______________ is what you must do if you want to bring any sort of weapon with you to the convention. (2 wrds.)4. On January 30, 2015 ______________ will be hosting Dragon Con Night with dinner and a tournament. (2 wrds.)8. An affectionate name for the tunnels that connect many of our hotels.9. The old word Dragon Con used for prepaid which meant you bought your membership in advance.11. Last year Dragon Con raised over $115,000 for the official _______________, the Atlanta Community Food Bank.14. Dragon Con brings over 400 ______________ from your favorite films, television shows, and other media each year.15. Your Dragon Con ______________ is more than your way into the convention! It includes many other advantages throughout the year, which you can learn about on the website or through this newsletter.17. The word used for memberships that have been paid for in advance.20. Our ______________ is the printed version of the schedule and contains panel descriptions and a grid to help you find the events you want to attend. (2 wrds.)22. The best channel during the convention is ______________.23. The best place to find your favorite multimedia guests and get their autographs. (3 wrds.)24. Those that want to help give back to the community and volunteer should join the______________ which have three to four events each year. (2 wrds.)27. Dragon Con has nearly 40 of these covering American sci-fi to young adult literature and everything in between. (2 wrds.)28. ______________ is where you go to pick up your badge, Program Book, and Pocket Program, and is located at the Sheraton Atlanta hotel.

Down:2. Board, tabletop, card, video, and role-play are all examples of this.3. Currently Dragon Con takes place in five ______________ —the Hyatt Regency, Marriott Marquis, Atlanta Hilton, Sheraton Atlanta, and Westin Peachtree. (2 wrds.)5. We have over 1500 ______________ at Dragon Con, all wearing a special lanyard, who can assist you during the convention.6. Dressing up as your favorite character is an example of this.7. A quick and inexpensive way to travel from the airport to the convention.10. Your souvenir collectible book, containing all of the year’s guests, pros, artists, and films. (2 wrds.)12. This year, our ______________ will be moving to the Americas Mart building 2 and will feature more space and easier navigation. (2 wrds.)13. Our electronic, supersized, feature filled version of the Pocket Program.16. The Robert A. Heinlein, Pay It Forward ______________ at Dragon Con helps people in need all across the South and is the largest one held at a convention. (2 wrds.)18. You must wear this at all times during the convention and is your ticket into the hotels during peak hours.19. Lots of people get it, but no one wants it! Washing your hands and being careful when coughing will help keep it away. (2 wrds.)21. Our ______________ has hosted independent film makers from all over the world and many of the winners have gone on to be nominated or win bigger awards including the Oscar. (2 wrds.)25. The largest collection of sci-fi/fantasy art at a convention in the world. (2 wrds.)26. Dragon Con has over 2500 hours of programming over four straight days, including ______________ that will keep you informed and entertained no matter what your fandom.

Stumped on any of the questions? Click here for the answer key.

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2015 Anniversaries in Sci-fi, Fantasy, Horror, & Pop Culture

20th Anniversary � Toy Story � Apollo 13 � Seven � The City of Lost Children � Hackers � 12 Monkeys � Video Games � Command & Conquer—Game � Star Trek Voyager—TV � Pinky and the Brain—TV � Xena: Warrior Princess—TV

40th Anniversary � Jaws � Rocky Horror Picture Show � Monty Python and the Holy Grail � The Land that Time Forgot � Rollerball � Nightcrawler—Comics � Storm—Comics � Colossus—Comics � Thunderbird—Comics � Wonder Woman—TV � Saturday Night Live—TV

50th Anniversary � Planet of the Vampires � Repulsion � Dune—Book � Marvel Inhumans—Comics � HYDRA—Comics � The Scorpion—Comics � I Dream of Jeannie—TV � Lost in Space—TV � Get Smart —TV � The Wild, Wild West—TV � Thunderbirds—TV

75th Anniversary � The Flash—Comics � The Joker—Comics � Lex Luthor—Comics � Catwoman—Comics

60th Anniversary � To Catch a Thief � Return of the King—Book

Here’s a list of 2015 anniversaries assembled especially for you, our discerning members. Feel free to feel nostalgic (or old).

10th Anniversary � Constantine � Sin City � Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy � Fantastic Four � Corpse Bride � Hostel � The � The Descent � Wolf Creek � Never Let Me Go—Book � American Dad—TV

30th Anniversary � Back to the Future � The Goonies � Clue � Day of the Dead � Weird Science � Return of the Living Dead � Brazil � Ender’s Game—Book � Calvin and Hobbes—Comics � Super Mario Brothers—Game � MacGyver—TV

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