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BayCon 2019 Blood Drive

Every year BayCon welcomes its attendees to give the gift of life by donating blood during the convention.

This year we welcome the Vitalant bloodmobile, on Saturday, May 25th, from 10:00 to 2:00 PM.

Their mission statement: Vitalant exists to make a difference in people’s lives by bringing together the best people, inspiring individuals to donate blood, producing a safe and ample blood supply, advancing cutting-edge research and embracing continuous quality improvement.

If you are interested in donating, click here to make an appointment. Or go to Vitalant.org > Donate and use the code “BayCon”.

Tell us you are attending on Facebook!

Things to Know About Donating

  • Donors are encouraged to review Blood Donor Qualifications.
  • Donors should arrive well-nourished and hydrated.
  • Donors need photo identification with first and last name.
  • The donation process takes approximately one hour (add an additional 20 minutes for a double red cell donation).
  • Double Red Cell Donation – Power up your donation with an automated double red cell donation.

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BayCon 2019 Charity: Computer History Museum

Computer History Museum at BayCon 2019

BayCon 2019 is proud to announce our charity for this year: the Computer History Museum! Located right here in the Bay Area, the Computer History Museum is a non-profit dedicated to preserving and collecting computing technology since the inception of the earliest hardware.

From their website:

The mission of the Computer History Museum is to preserve and present for posterity the artifacts and stories of the Information Age.

The Computer History Museum is a nonprofit organization with a four-decade history as the world’s leading institution exploring the history of computing and its ongoing impact on society. The Museum is dedicated to the preservation and celebration of computer history and is home to the largest international collection of computing artifacts in the world, encompassing computer hardware, software, documentation, ephemera, photographs, oral histories, and moving images.
[Read more…] about BayCon 2019 Charity: Computer History Museum

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James S.A. Corey’s “The Expanse” Book Cover Prints On Sale

Cover art prints from James S.A. Corey’s Hugo-nominated “The Expanse” series, signed by 2017 Artist Guest of Honor Daniel Dociu, are now available online in our new print shop! These prints were previously made available for purchase only twice, and have not been sold anywhere else.

BayCon is now offering these exclusive art prints in our online shop with a limited invetory. These prints are LIMITED EDITION, and there is no plan by the artist to make additional prints available once they sell out.

All art prints are either 12”x18” (regular edition), or 10”x22.7” (special edition dustjackets). All prints are giclée fine art printed on archival matte paper.

Art from all eight current book covers can be purchased as individual prints. Six special Collector’s Edition prints (Books 1 to 6) are also available for purchase as part of an eight picture folio along with regular edition prints of Persepolis Rising and Tiamat’s Wrath.

Note: At this time we are only shipping prints to addresses in the continental U.S. and Canada. Please send mail to pubs@baycon.org for any questions about international orders.

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Apply for the BayCon 2019 Art Show

The BayCon 2019 Art Show is officially open to applicants. The BayCon Art Show exhibits and sells fantasy and science fiction-themed works of art.

Qualifying art includes paintings, sketches, drawings, etchings, jewelry, sculpture, and any other works that fall within the guidelines set by the art show.

Members of BayCon 2019 participate in the art show by buying pieces as a direct sale or bidding on works. At the end of the convention weekend, certain unsold artwork are also made available as part of an Art Show Auction.

To find out how to participate in this year’s show, head over to the BayCon 2019 Art Show page.

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BayCon 2019 Dealers Room is Accepting Applications

The BayCon 2019 Dealers Room is now accepting applications!

BayCon members come to the convention every year looking for collectibles, clothing, jewelry, comics and games, books, and more. Joining BayCon 2019 as a dealer is a great way to promote your business and connect with the customers you want to have for life. BayCon offers reasonable rates and memberships with the purchase of a table in the Dealers Room.

Find out how to apply.