All posts by Joe Hubbard

Events for the Week February 13th-19th

Pirates and Post Apocalyptic LARP awaits those who venture out this weekend.

Don’t know what to do for the week? Well, check out what’s going on for this weekend.

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2016 Year in Review Summer Part 1

These Year in Reviews are not, what I call, official “reviews”. Like last year, they will be a series of musings, learned lessons and stories of what I experienced through out the year. Of course, reviews are featured but they are blended in with everything. The theme of FIRSTS sum up the beginning, middle and end of my year, as you will see. Enjoy my year of 2016 in the Michigan Geek Scene.

Ah, Summer. Beautiful, sunny weather without a hint of snow in sight. Con season is in full swing and outdoor festivals appear to entertain you. I can only be inside of convention halls and hotel rooms for only so long before the freedom of outside beckons me. Just like the Lovin Spoonful said, “Despite the heat, it’ll be alright”.

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Mid Winter Pleasure Faire 2017

The Mid Winter Pleasure Faire was a first year indoor Ren Faire held in Mt. Clemens. I didn’t know what to expect but I was pleasantly surprised. Check out these photos from this fun event.

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Events for the Week February 6th – 12th

Gaming, blood and anime are in store for you this week.

Don’t know what to do for the week? Well, check out what’s going on for this weekend.

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AlmaCon 2017

I had a good time at AlmaCon last year. I decided to return once again. Check out the photos from the college con that offers a nice distraction from the winter blues.

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Events for the Week January 30th – February 5th

Comics, toys, eating and pleasure are in store for you this upcoming weekend.

Don’t know what to do for the week? Well, check out what’s going on for this weekend.

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2016 Year in Review Spring Part 2

These Year in Reviews are not, what I call, official “reviews”. Like last year, they will be a series of musings, learned lessons and stories of what I experienced through out the year. Of course, reviews are featured but they are blended in with everything. The theme of FIRSTS sum up the beginning, middle and end of my year, as you will see. Enjoy my year of 2016 in the Michigan Geek Scene.

When May arrives, winter is nothing but an afterthought. No snow or ice in sight. The cold weather is gone (for the most part since it is Michigan after all.) Con season is in it’s stride. What events did the fifth month of the year bring me? Let’s find out.

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Washi Con 2017

Eastern Michigan University’s own anime convention. Also, my first convention of the year. Check it out.

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Events for the Week January 23rd – 29th

Don’t know what to do for the week? Well, check out what’s going on for this weekend.

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2016 Year in Review Spring Part 1

These Year in Reviews are not, what I call, official “reviews”. Like last year, they will be a series of musings, learned lessons and stories of what I experienced through out the year. Of course, reviews are featured but they are blended in with everything. The theme of FIRSTS sum up the beginning, middle and end of my year, as you will see. Enjoy my year of 2016 in the Michigan Geek Scene.

Spring is the season where new life blossoms into the year. Con season really picks up. Warm weather kicks in and everyone is happy to be rid of the cold weather. How did the months of March through early May go? Let’s find out.

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