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. 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.

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

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

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.

References

  1. 1 2 3 "A Confluence of Interest in Science Fiction". Pittsburgh Post. Retrieved July 9, 2009.[dead link] mirror link
  2. ↑ Nowlin, Rick (2009-07-16) West Bulletin Board[dead link] Post Gazette, retrieved 2012-02-18 mirror link
  3. 1 2 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.