Confluence (convention)

Confluence is an annual science fiction convention that has been occurring in Pittsburgh since 1988.[citation needed]

History

The ninth annual convention garnered over 400 science fiction fans in 1996.[1][2] The original name was derived from the meaning of confluence, a gathering, and the fact that Pittsburgh is located at the confluence of three rivers.[1]

The event has been organized by the Pittsburgh Area Real Time Science Fiction Enthusiasts Club (PARSEC).[3]

In 2020, in response to the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States, the convention was held virtually and called C'monfluence.[4]

Events

Confluence is a convention focused primarily on the literature and art of science fiction, fantasy, and horror. Events include panel discussions, talks, poetry readings, filk concerts, a video room, and more.[1][3]

References

  1. ^ a b c "A Confluence of Interest in Science Fiction". Pittsburgh Post. Retrieved July 9, 2009.[permanent dead link‍] mirror link
  2. ^ Nowlin, Rick (2009-07-16) West Bulletin Board[permanent dead link‍] Post Gazette, retrieved 2012-02-18 mirror link
  3. ^ a b Rubinkowski, Leslie (16 Jul 1993). "Spacing out". Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, page 42 at Newspapers.com. Archived from the original on 2020-07-12. Retrieved 2020-07-12.
  4. ^ "C'monfluence". Parsec, inc. Archived from the original on August 25, 2020. Retrieved May 10, 2021.
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