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2016 Year in Review Summer Part 2 (Yes, I know its 2017)

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.
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Norsemen of Michigan Living History Society

Renaissance Faire season is here. Time to learn about a new group. The Norsemen of Michigan Living History Society reenact living the viking lifestyle during the 800-1100 period. I talk with Brami about the origin of the group and what you can learn from them when you visit them at Renaissance Faires.

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Events for the Week May 29th-June 4th

7 different events for this week featuring steampunk, LARPing, charity, comics, a maker faire and fantasy.

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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MIGeekScene 2016 Retrospective Part 5

Here are some photos of my journey through 2016. These photos resonated with me for various reasons. This album features pics from the Monroe Comic Con, the GVSU Renaissance Faire, How-To Halloween and part 1 of the Grand Rapids Comic Con. Enjoy.

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