An Improbable Invention Competition, & More [Friday Lightning]
The geek scene in Arizona was not quiet this week. I picked up (or was sent) quite a few tidbits worth sharing for Friday Lightning.
Just goes to show what a great geek community we have here, I say.
Locally made monster flick Sacrifice is available for streaming from Amazon.
- Remember when I went to the premier? (I do…)
- Now you can have the same experience, almost.
- Here’s the link. Enjoy!
April’s 2nd Friday in Downtown Mesa is getting pretty over-the-top geeky.
- You already know about Steampunk Street II.
- Well it’s expanding into an Improbable Invention Competition at the One Oh One Gallery.
- And there’s also going to be Star Wars pop art, a SciFi Fashion Show, zombies, costumes, and local Steampunk band Future Kind will be playing.
- Plus Rusted Halo is putting out a call for even more SP and SF artists for a show.
Want to co-host an online pop-culture show?
- Atomic Comics and online men’s magazine The Rugged need someone to talk about comics, games, et al, on this thing called the internet.
- Here’s a video explaining the gig and information on how to submit.
Bookmans and The Midnight Movie Mamacita both posted pictures from their events last weekend.
- Check out some Flickr action from The Tucson Festival of Books.
- And raise an eyebrow or two at these pics from the Howard The Duck screening.
Next weekend’s Con-Ichiwa is still looking for some volunteers.
- If you’ve got time to spare down in Tucson, let them know!
- As usual, there are perks. Look over current opportunities here.
The International Horror & SciFi Film Festival posted their films/schedules.
- It’s coming up pretty soon, since it’s now part of the Phoenix Film Festival.
- Take a moment to browse through their list of flicks.
- Some of these look right up my alley with high levels of interesting, campy, and weird.
- (Speaking of, be sure to use Bookman’s checkout code for 20% off your film fest tickets.)
Pop Culture Paradise is looking for tabletop-gaming terrain painters.
- And they’re willing to shell out some store credit for your help.
- If you think you got the chops, let them know!
And the winner of last week’s Operation Octoshock participation contest is:
- Charlotte James!
- (I’ll email you to find out where to mail your Bookman’s Giftcard.)
Got any tips on the nerd scene in Arizona? Want to get the word out on something?
Shoot me an email, message me on Facebook, or DM me on Twitter.
Friday Lightning [01/14]
Hey cephalobots, I thought I’d try something new out and toss up a quick “buzz” post.
I try to keep my electric tentacles spread throughout the AZ (as much as I can) and I thought it could be cool to quickly share some of what I pick up throughout the week.
Hopefully it helps add to the geek community here and helps get the word out on a few more things.
Just testing for now so lemme know what you think and if you’d like to see these on Fridays!
The AZ Browncoats are putting the word out on a CSTS art contest.
- I have no doubt that some of you could rock this.
- The annual Can’t Stop The Serenity charity event this fall needs a new logo.
- Get the details here.
A local cephalobot is looking for some geeks for an Asthma Walk group.
- Get the scoop from her blog if you think you might be interested.
- She’ll need fellow “walkers” and maybe someone willing to help turn a tent into a TARDIS.
A musician is looking for some Geek Gigs.
- Planning something that could use some live nerd rock?
- Touch base with Michael on Facebook.
Local comic writer Glen Curren is the new events coordinator for Atomic Comics.
- He’s a great guy and this should be very fun for him.
- I expect the events at Atomic Comics to be kicked up a notch!
- Here’s his announcement.
The masterminds behind Devastation, want your opinions.
- They were looking for some volunteers for a focus group, but now I believe they just need people willing to answer some questions online.
- If you’re interested, connect with them on Facebook.
I found another game center in the Valley.
- It’s called Achievement Game Center.
- And it’s in Glendale.
- Appears to be very XBox-y. Anyone been? Is it cool?
- I’ve added it to the map of local nerdery just in case.
Got any hot tips on the nerd scene in AZ? Want to get the word out on something?
Shoot me an email, message me on Facebook, or DM me on Twitter.
