SamanthaofHodorsfield Posted July 12, 2017 Share Posted July 12, 2017 22 hours ago, Pebble said: I have a Twin room now Thank you so much! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Qthulhu Posted July 18, 2017 Share Posted July 18, 2017 Brothers, sisters of brothers, and brothers of sisters of brothers, had a chat with the Ulster Museum and they tell me the tapestry will be on display for several months - arguably well past TitanCon. The Ulster Museum is literally just around the corner from the convention venue. Can't confirm if it's been made with animal products, but if you're tempted to view it then please be aware the museum is not open on Mondays. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peadar Posted July 19, 2017 Share Posted July 19, 2017 On 18/07/2017 at 1:09 PM, Qthulhu said: Brothers, sisters of brothers, and brothers of sisters of brothers, had a chat with the Ulster Museum and they tell me the tapestry will be on display for several months - arguably well past TitanCon. The Ulster Museum is literally just around the corner from the convention venue. Can't confirm if it's been made with animal products, but if you're tempted to view it then please be aware the museum is not open on Mondays. Innnnteresting... But if it ain't open on Monday, I'm not sure I'll get to it this time around... As you say, though, should be around for a while. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Qthulhu Posted July 19, 2017 Share Posted July 19, 2017 16 minutes ago, Peadar said: Innnnteresting... But if it ain't open on Monday, I'm not sure I'll get to it this time around... As you say, though, should be around for a while. You could always go on Friday, Saturday, or Sunday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Werthead Posted August 6, 2017 Share Posted August 6, 2017 @theMountainGoat Any word on the literature guests? I've had a few queries from con-goers who want to know who they should be reading ahead of time Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Qthulhu Posted August 7, 2017 Share Posted August 7, 2017 Read all the books - you never know who might show up on the day! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peadar Posted August 8, 2017 Share Posted August 8, 2017 On 06/08/2017 at 5:28 PM, Werthead said: @theMountainGoat Any word on the literature guests? I've had a few queries from con-goers who want to know who they should be reading ahead of time I hear this is brilliant. He'll be there too, which means you could get it signed. Or maybe have it tattooed? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olligarchy Posted August 11, 2017 Share Posted August 11, 2017 Seeing as I live in Belfast I'll be there. If anyone needs help or wants to meet up for a pint PM me or quote me here! Can't show all the cool spots. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcbigski Posted August 12, 2017 Share Posted August 12, 2017 Whats the latest on the coach tour? Looks like the website hasnt been updated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
williamjm Posted August 12, 2017 Share Posted August 12, 2017 13 hours ago, mcbigski said: Whats the latest on the coach tour? Looks like the website hasnt been updated. I think it should be on sale on the website imminently, they went on sale at WorldCom today ETA: you should be able to buy them now, you can email coach_tour @ titancom.com with the number of tickets, there are details on the website. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcbigski Posted August 13, 2017 Share Posted August 13, 2017 Ok thanks. Just emailed a request for two tickets. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Qthulhu Posted August 15, 2017 Share Posted August 15, 2017 This year's European Heritage weekend overlaps with TitanCon. For those interested, here's a direct link to the PDF brochure. https://discovernorthernireland.com/globalassets/events/ehod-2017/ehod-2017-brochure-compressed.pdf Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theMountainGoat Posted August 21, 2017 Author Share Posted August 21, 2017 It is with great regret that I have decided to resign as Chair of TitanCon. Fear not, the convention will continue, but unfortunately, I can no longer be a part of its leadership. There are two inextricably linked reasons for this. Firstly, I am buying a house with my girlfriend which is a tremendously exciting step for me personally and for our future together. For the past few months we have been involved in an intensive process to sell my girlfriend’s house which has been problematic and stressful to say the least with many false starts and buyer’s dropping out. We intend to buy and move into our new home very soon and this is going to require my complete dedication for the next six months and probably longer. Secondly, I have found it increasingly difficult to complete the tasks needed to deliver this year's event - as I'm sure you may have noticed, given the delays in key announcements such as those for the Guests and Coach Tour. My biggest regret in all this is that it took me so long to realise that it would be impossible for me to run TitanCon for all of you again this year. I am painfully aware that I managed my time poorly during this period, resulting in late communication with volunteers and a failure to properly delegate tasks to those that were willing to help and assist me. I'm truly sorry to have let the team down in this way. I am hugely grateful to the group of senior staff that has stepped forward to ensure that this year's convention happens, and that we have a more sustainable approach in place for future years including the 2019 Eurocon event. I am very confident they will put on an enjoyable and successful convention. They have assured me that TitanCon 2017 will retain all the features of previous years - even if it is a little more compact and bijou. You have already heard from them and seen their efforts coming through in the recent announcements of the 2017 Guests and Coach Tour. I would like to thank everyone that has attended TitanCon over the past 7 years, your support and assistance has always meant a huge amount to me. Anyone that knows me personally will know just how much TitanCon means to me and how I would not take this step if it was not truly necessary. I will deeply miss being a part of TitanCon and the many great friends I have met because of it. But I hope you will all understand that I was faced with an incredibly difficult decision between this convention that I love, and my future together with the wonderful and talented woman that I love. All the best TitanCon and rock on! Phil Lowles Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peadar Posted August 21, 2017 Share Posted August 21, 2017 1 hour ago, theMountainGoat said: It is with great regret that I have decided to resign as Chair of TitanCon. Fear not, the convention will continue, but unfortunately, I can no longer be a part of its leadership. There are two inextricably linked reasons for this. Firstly, I am buying a house with my girlfriend which is a tremendously exciting step for me personally and for our future together. For the past few months we have been involved in an intensive process to sell my girlfriend’s house which has been problematic and stressful to say the least with many false starts and buyer’s dropping out. We intend to buy and move into our new home very soon and this is going to require my complete dedication for the next six months and probably longer. Secondly, I have found it increasingly difficult to complete the tasks needed to deliver this year's event - as I'm sure you may have noticed, given the delays in key announcements such as those for the Guests and Coach Tour. My biggest regret in all this is that it took me so long to realise that it would be impossible for me to run TitanCon for all of you again this year. I am painfully aware that I managed my time poorly during this period, resulting in late communication with volunteers and a failure to properly delegate tasks to those that were willing to help and assist me. I'm truly sorry to have let the team down in this way. I am hugely grateful to the group of senior staff that has stepped forward to ensure that this year's convention happens, and that we have a more sustainable approach in place for future years including the 2019 Eurocon event. I am very confident they will put on an enjoyable and successful convention. They have assured me that TitanCon 2017 will retain all the features of previous years - even if it is a little more compact and bijou. You have already heard from them and seen their efforts coming through in the recent announcements of the 2017 Guests and Coach Tour. I would like to thank everyone that has attended TitanCon over the past 7 years, your support and assistance has always meant a huge amount to me. Anyone that knows me personally will know just how much TitanCon means to me and how I would not take this step if it was not truly necessary. I will deeply miss being a part of TitanCon and the many great friends I have met because of it. But I hope you will all understand that I was faced with an incredibly difficult decision between this convention that I love, and my future together with the wonderful and talented woman that I love. All the best TitanCon and rock on! Phil Lowles Good luck to you both, Phil! Come and see us all soon! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Padraig Posted August 21, 2017 Share Posted August 21, 2017 Good luck Phil! Sounds very exciting! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
williamjm Posted August 21, 2017 Share Posted August 21, 2017 Moving house is always more work than you expect it's going to be, It Is Known. I know we're all very grateful for all the work you've put in over the years organising Titancon. Hopefully we'll see you around once you're settled. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pebble thats Stubby Posted August 21, 2017 Share Posted August 21, 2017 We love you Phil. Moving house is stressful, and give that Woman of your a big hug from me. I just want to reassure you TitanCon is in safe hands and will live on and be awesome thanks to all the hard work and effort you have put in over the years building this community. We hope to see you again soon in future meets, cons and of course PebbleCon! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toft Posted August 25, 2017 Share Posted August 25, 2017 Phil, thanks for all you've done for this and all the other events over the years! And good luck with the house move. Looking forward to meeting up when things are a bit less hectic. I've just booked my attendance at Titancon. Should we make an attendance list in this thread? Also... well... I'll be keen to talk to people about the show come next week, so if anyone's in London then do let me know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Werthead Posted August 25, 2017 Share Posted August 25, 2017 Phil, thanks for all the hard work and leadership you have put into TitanCon and the Moots before it. We are all very grateful and humbled by the commitment and resolve you have shown in taking on this challenging task, and we definitely want to see you back soon (at 2019 at the very least). Respect. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Qthulhu Posted August 26, 2017 Share Posted August 26, 2017 Any clues on who is arriving and when? Do I need to take Friday day off to organise a Too Vegan adventure? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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