Presenter

Staff

When

Friday, 10:00 am–8:00 pm (10 hours)

Location

Ballroom Foyer (1st floor)

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Presenter

Staff

When

Friday, 11:00 am–7:00 pm (8 hours)

Location

Ballroom Foyer (1st floor)

Do you have questions about the convention? Our highly-trained Info Desk staff is eager to assist. These individuals will either have the information you seek or be able to direct you to someone who does. You can also email us at info@clockworkalchemy.com.

Presenters

Valerie Frankel, Jeremy Erman, J Malcolm Stewart

When

Friday, 11:30 am–1:00 pm (1.5 hours)

Location

Peninsula 3 (2nd floor)

Oz was not just an early American fantasy series--it was pro-technology and even steampunky. L Frank Baum seamlessly integrated the hot air balloons and tiktok marvels of his world with witches and fairies. What is the appeal of this series in particular? How has it continued for over a century--new novels and comics, plays, musicals, jokes and now Wicked? We'll dive into all things Oz in a fannish celebration of our favorite stories,

Presenter

Glenda Russell

When

Friday, 11:30 am–1:00 pm (1.5 hours)

Location

Peninsula 1 (2nd floor)

The Temporal Entourage of the Western Territorial Frontier Tea Dueling Association has dispatched their “Tea Witches” out to the wilds of California. Have you always wanted to Tea Duel? This weekend is your perfect opportunity! The winners from each day will duel it out in the final challenge on Sunday.

Presenter

Shelley Adina

When

Friday, 11:30 am–1:00 pm (1.5 hours)

Location

Peninsula 6 (2nd floor)

In this hands-on workshop, learn how to craft back cover copy and retailer book descriptions that grab a reader and make them yours.

Presenter

Erin Tierney

When

Friday, 11:30 am–1:00 pm (1.5 hours)

Location

Peninsula 2 (2nd floor)

A lecture on the historical occult movements of the Victorian Age.

Presenter

staff

When

Friday, Noon–2:00 pm (2 hours)

Location

Peninsula 7 (2nd floor)

Do you have steampunk-worthy costume treasures in need of a new home? Donate them to others via our Garb Giveaway. Gift your garments (clean and undamaged please!) that no longer fit you or your style for new treasures. Masculine and feminine styles are welcome! Remainders will be donated to charity. Drop your garb off early before the crowd arrives! We are open for donations starting at noon, and switch to both donations and collections at 2pm.

Presenter

Staff

When

Friday, 1:00 pm–5:00 pm (4 hours)

Location

Dockside (1st floor)

If you find yourself in need of respite, a trip to the Alchemist Tea Parlour is in order! At the Alchemist Tea Parlour you will find delicious tea blends to help you refresh your weary soul, and some light nibbles to energize your body for the rest of the day.

Presenter

Staff

When

Friday, 1:00 pm–7:00 pm (6 hours)

Location

Aster and Iris (1st floor)

Clockwork Alchemy’s Artist’s Bazaar is an artist-only venue where handcrafted unique, one-of-a-kind finery and frippery are offered for sale next to fantastical instruments and armaments. All visitors are sure to find something to amuse, bemuse, delight, or strike their fancy. Come sample the astonishing talents of the steampunk community’s makers and dreamers, and maybe even showcase some creations of your own! Because our focus is on artists and artisans, at least 90% of the items offered for sale in a booth must be made by the Artist(s).

Presenter

Wizard Lizard

When

Friday, 1:00 pm–5:00 pm (4 hours)

Location

Peninsula 4 (2nd floor)

IN NOMINE: Mad Science for the Hungry Soul Sacramento, 1851. As part of his quest to build an artificial God to replace the one in Heaven, Vapula (demon prince of Technology) plans to usurp the power of Lucifer himself. He has developed a device that can make a human into a demon prince, something which has only happened once before, when Lucifer made Lilith into the demon prince of Freedom. Spies angelic, demonic, and otherwise say that he plans to test the device on Lewis Keseberg, the last member of the Donner Party to be rescued, who is currently operating the Lady Adams Hotel in Sacramento. No one—not the powerful archangel of Steam (Vapula's counterpart in Heaven), not his rivals among the princes of Hell, not Lucifer, not the old gods and the other sentient dreams of humanity. Can you stop Vapula?

Presenter

Collie Collier

When

Friday, 1:00 pm–2:30 pm (1.5 hours)

Location

Peninsula 6 (2nd floor)

Lady Augusta Ada Byron Lovelace, the first computer programmer, wrote to her mother, "You will not concede me philosophical poetry. Invert the order! Will you give me poetical philosophy, poetical science?" Philosophy and religions tell cultural stories; what story does Steampunk tell about us?

Presenter

The Myers' from PEERS

When

Friday, 1:00 pm–2:00 pm (1 hour)

Location

Acacia (1st floor)

Basic Waltz - Learn the basics of the lovely Victorian waltz. Our class will begin with footwork but will focus primarily on style, elegance, posture and partnering along with some beautiful open waltz variations to keep you from getting dizzy.

Presenter

Staff

When

Friday, 1:00 pm–6:00 pm (5 hours)

Location

Catalina (1st floor)

In Victorian times, galleries were the cultural hubs of proper society, and exhibitions would showcase the ingenuity and inventiveness of the period. The Clockwork Alchemy Artists’ Gallery and Exhibition is a place to see and experience the art of Steampunk with minimal distraction. Please visit our gallery to personally experience the art and science of Steampunk!

Presenter

Dust Bowl Faeries

When

Friday, 1:00 pm–2:30 pm (1.5 hours)

Location

Peninsula 3 (2nd floor)

Join Dust Bowl Faeries for an acoustic set of musical saw serenades followed by a saw demonstration and sing-along. The saw is not just a tool for cutting, it is also known as 'the working person's violin' and has been played with bows and mallets for centuries. Faerie leader Ryder will demonstrate special techniques for playing the bowed saw. The band will then teach participants the choruses to some Dust Bowl Faeries dark cabaret songs, which will be performed at their show Friday evening! Come be a part of the Faerie entourage and sing along.

Presenter

Tom Badillo and Ray Alicaba

When

Friday, 1:00 pm–2:30 pm (1.5 hours)

Location

Sequoia (1st floor)

Welcome, Steampunk Explorers of all ages! Come one, come all to the latest adventure by the Master of Arms of The Royal Airship Kamehameha, and Founder of the War Room! The Sky Pirates are invading our region, and the Royal Airship Kamehameha has been dispatched to intercept the Pirates' advance forces: Glowing Steam Rats! Come aboard the Royal Airship Kamehameha, and play Kinetic Clockwork Cutlass, a special game to test your skills and agility. Test your reflexes by smacking the lights out of the Glowing Steam Rats. Try your luck, come back and try again — strive to beat your personal best, while competing alongside other Steampunk explorers! You may meet some of the most experienced explorers in the 'Verse, as you test your skills!

Presenters

Anthony Francis, Erin Tierney

When

Friday, 1:00 pm–2:30 pm (1.5 hours)

Location

Peninsula 2 (2nd floor)

Using monsters in your steampunk. Come and discuss how it can be done.

Presenter

Shelley Monson

When

Friday, 1:00 pm–2:30 pm (1.5 hours)

Location

Peninsula 1 (2nd floor)

A history of the bicycle craze of the late 19th century, with a focus on the radical changes in women's fashions and social position that it brought.

Presenter

ant b

When

Friday, 1:00 pm–2:30 pm (1.5 hours)

Location

Executive Boardroom (2nd floor)

Cost

$0

Max Attendance

15

I will teach several figures with a Halloween theme. The crow can be done by first time folders. A pumpkin for those with a bit more skill. Paper will be provided All ages.

Presenter

T.E. MacArthur

When

Friday, 2:00 pm–3:00 pm (1 hour)

Location

Aster (1st floor)

Get your books signed by author guest of honor T.E. MacArthur

Presenter

staff

When

Friday, 2:00 pm–5:00 pm (3 hours)

Location

Peninsula 7 (2nd floor)

Do you have steampunk-worthy costume treasures in need of a new home? Are you looking for an easy way to build up your steampunk wardrobe? Come to the Garb Giveaway! Gift your garments (clean and undamaged please!) that no longer fit you or your style for new treasures. Masculine and feminine styles welcome! Remainders will be donated to charity.

Presenter

The Myers' from PEERS

When

Friday, 2:00 pm–3:00 pm (1 hour)

Location

Acacia (1st floor)

Pattern Waltz - Learn and dance some lovely choreographed waltzes including the popular "Congress of Vienna." These elegant but simple patterns are fun on their own, but they also teach valuable waltz variations that can be used on the dance floor with your partner during free waltzes.

Presenter

Staff

When

Friday, 2:00 pm–Midnight (10 hours)

Location

Peninsula 4 (2nd floor)

Welcome to Clockwork Alchemy's Gaming room.  Here you will find an assortment of games ranging from board and card games to role playing.  Many games are free to borrow and all we ask is that you treat these games respectfully.  Please also check our schedule for scheduled role playing game events and speak with our staff if you wish to be in one or run one of your own.

Presenter

Catherine

When

Friday, 2:30 pm–4:00 pm (1.5 hours)

Location

Executive Boardroom (2nd floor)

Cost

$5 Register

Max Attendance

40

Assemble tiny watch parts inside a little pendant to make an accessory that you can add to a hat or gun, or wear as jewelry. Your little pendant could be anything that you imagine: a magic detection device, a danger prognosticator, or a power converter. Tiny parts may not be suitable for children.

Presenter

BJ Sikes

When

Friday, 2:30 pm–4:00 pm (1.5 hours)

Location

Peninsula 2 (2nd floor)

What makes a good gothic horror? We'll talk about some classic gothic novels and some more recent ones. Come and share your favorite tropes.

Presenters

J. Scott Coatsworth, M.D. Neu, Lori Saltis

When

Friday, 2:30 pm–4:00 pm (1.5 hours)

Location

Peninsula 6 (2nd floor)

The theme is the heart of your story, the throughline that will carry your characters and plot from the beginning to the end of your story. We’ll talk about how to find the theme, and how you can use it to define and sell your work.

Presenter

Hobo Goblins

When

Friday, 2:30 pm–4:00 pm (1.5 hours)

Location

Peninsula 3 (2nd floor)

Join musical guests Hobo Goblins for their stories and some Q&A

Presenter

Doc of The Bay

When

Friday, 2:30 pm–4:00 pm (1.5 hours)

Location

Peninsula 1 (2nd floor)

Presentation on Bay Area (and beyond) sites for Steampunk asthetic

Presenter

Michael Kirkley

When

Friday, 2:30 pm–3:30 pm (1 hour)

Location

Sequoia (1st floor)

This class will concentrate on the offensive and defensive use of footwork.

Presenter

Shelley Adina

When

Friday, 3:00 pm–4:00 pm (1 hour)

Location

Aster (1st floor)

Get your books signed by Shelley Adina

Presenter

Jim Leibish

When

Friday, 3:30 pm–5:00 pm (1.5 hours)

Location

Sequoia (1st floor)

Historical European Martial Arts (HEMA) is an extremely broad discipline that covers the use of all manner of weapons from the Medieval period to the early 1900s. Therefore it becomes necessary to narrow the scope of the training to specific weapons and basic principles. For the purposes of this class, we will be working with the basics of sword and buckler. We will cover the use of distance, timing and important related principles. At the conclusion of the basic training, we will employ our skills in a variety of mock team battles and 1v1 challenge duels. The purpose being to have fun in a safe and friendly group activity. Join us for a great time and loads of fun. This is a family friendly class for ages 7+. Dressing for exercise is advised.

Presenter

Shelley Adina

When

Friday, 4:00 pm–5:30 pm (1.5 hours)

Location

Peninsula 2 (2nd floor)

Puzzles, locked rooms, country houses … a good mystery can be magical as well as riveting. With or without witches, unlock the parts of a cozy mystery and the characters that hold them together.

Presenter

Dover Whitecliff

When

Friday, 4:00 pm–5:30 pm (1.5 hours)

Location

Peninsula 6 (2nd floor)

Seeing a map at the front of a book or D&D module is a great way to suck your readers/players in. Want to make one of your own? Don’t know how to draw? No problem! Learn how to create a map that will let you describe your world in 4K High Def with smell-o-vision.

Presenter

Lanthia Lisajous

When

Friday, 4:00 pm–5:30 pm (1.5 hours)

Location

Peninsula 3 (2nd floor)

A focus on effective costume prop making, featuring some of my costume props / gadgets

Presenter

Lady Agatha Noseworthy

When

Friday, 4:00 pm–5:30 pm (1.5 hours)

Location

Executive Boardroom (2nd floor)

Cost

$15 Register

Max Attendance

12

Pearl button jewelry making class in the tradition of the Victorian era Costermongers Charitable Society. Participants will make a pin or a bracelet with white mother of pearl buttons while learning about this tradition that still exists today. Supplies will be provided, but participants will be invited to bring any pearl buttons they have as well. Proceeds will go to the Redwood Empire Food Bank.

Presenter

Rachel Potter

When

Friday, 4:00 pm–5:30 pm (1.5 hours)

Location

Peninsula 1 (2nd floor)

A conversation on different styles of historical lace and lacemaking, with pictures.

Presenter

Michael Kirkley

When

Friday, 5:00 pm–6:00 pm (1 hour)

Location

Sequoia (1st floor)

In carrying a walking stick you are in fact carrying an implement of self defense. We will look at the use of a walking stick or cane to defend against some standard attacks one would encounter in a steampunk setting.

Presenters

J. Scott Coatsworth, M.D. Neu, BJ Sikes

When

Friday, 5:30 pm–7:00 pm (1.5 hours)

Location

Peninsula 2 (2nd floor)

Despite recent setbacks, queer characters are still a part of the world we live in, and many readers expect that diversity to carry over to the fantasy worlds they read. But if you’re not LGBTQ, how can you write strong queer characters who don’t set off cries of cultural appropriation?

Presenter

Lady Evelyn Upson-Downes

When

Friday, 5:30 pm–7:00 pm (1.5 hours)

Location

Executive Boardroom (2nd floor)

Cost

$15 Register

Max Attendance

20

To honor your service as a Steampunk Adventurer you should be given a medal. Or you can make your own! You will use ribbon, gears, and other supplies to create your own Medal of Merit reflecting your own Steamy Journey. Ages 12 and up.

Presenter

Cimarron DeGuerre

When

Friday, 5:30 pm–7:00 pm (1.5 hours)

Location

Peninsula 1 (2nd floor)

As a costumer for steampunk and for historical periods from the 1500s to (almost) the present, I generate a lot of fabric scraps and find myself with extra thread, notions, etc, etc. I am also an ardent thrifter with a lot of 'finds' that are ALMOST right for a period, or for steampunk, or, or... For the lecture, I could bring in my 'extras' and demonstrate how to use leftovers to create a costuming masterpiece, and inspire others to do the same!

Presenter

T.E. MacArthur

When

Friday, 5:30 pm–7:00 pm (1.5 hours)

Location

Peninsula 6 (2nd floor)

The rules of writing and reader expectations are constantly changing, but a great battle, chase, or fight is so tied to the human condition that it is one of the few constants of storytelling. Come with your WIP in hand or your concepts in mind to strategize on the best action scene.

Presenter

Anthony Francis

When

Friday, 6:00 pm–7:00 pm (1 hour)

Location

Aster (1st floor)

Get your books signed by Anthony Francis

Presenter

Charlie Wong

When

Friday, 6:00 pm–7:00 pm (1 hour)

Location

Sequoia (1st floor)

In this continuous multiplayer battle, two teams vie for control of the sky pirate ship Prospero while it is moored at the Fool's Rest port. Players will employ daring, flying devices, and swordsmanship to outdo their rivals and seize the glory of the skies.

Presenter

Philip Wing

When

Friday, 6:00 pm–7:00 pm (1 hour)

Location

Foyer Roundabout (1st floor)

Bring your racer and test the new circuit before the competition on Saturday. This year's location is in the driveway roundabout just outside the Ballroom Foyer.

Presenter

Seanara Coyote

When

Friday, 6:00 pm–7:00 pm (1 hour)

Location

Peninsula 7 (2nd floor)

Psychic protection is a must when dealing with other-world entities or experiencing the overwhelming intense energies at a con or other event where emotions are running high. We'll learn how to center, ground & shield ourselves, deal with energy overloads and set healthy boundaries for ourselves. Small group interactive class. No children please.

Presenters

Jaime Jessup, Hobo Goblins, Yahzick, Dust Bowl Faeries

When

Friday, 6:30 pm–11:00 pm (4.5 hours)

Location

Acacia (1st floor)

Music and Magic are the secret ingredients combined to make the potion which is our Friday Evening Concert. Bring ears ready to drink in these heady delights. Your guide will be Mistress of Ceremonies Jaime Jessup; a maven of comedy, horror, and that which waits between.The Hobo Goblins, the green-skinned child of punk rock, avant-garde performance art and hobo soul begins the evening. Next we move from goblincore to nerdcore with the RPG inspired rap music of Charles Bates, the Rapper known as "Yahzick" and our Gaming Guest of Honor. Our musical finale will be our Musical Guests of Honor Dust Bowl Fairies. They will weave a spell of carnival music, gothic polka and dark cabaret all centered around fae enchanted accordion. Make sure to escape by midnight or you may be transported to fairyland forever!

Presenter

Henry M. Hill IV (Decon)

When

Friday, 7:00 pm–8:00 pm (1 hour)

Location

Sequoia (1st floor)

This is a class based on what an equestrian would carry, a riding crop. Come join us in a class that will follow what should be done in situations that you cannot see coming, but should prepare for, as an upstanding equestrian.

Presenter

Staff

When

Friday, 7:00 pm–10:30 pm (3.5 hours)

Location

Dockside (1st floor)

Attendees may sign up for 30 minute slots during Tea Room Hours, or walk in to see if a reading is available when Fortune Telling is being held.

Presenter

Staff

When

Saturday, 9:00 am–6:00 pm (9 hours)

Location

Ballroom Foyer (1st floor)

Do you have questions about the convention? Our highly-trained Info Desk staff is eager to assist. These individuals will either have the information you seek or be able to direct you to someone who does. You can also email us at info@clockworkalchemy.com.

Presenters

Collie Collier, Sandy Sadiak

When

Saturday, 9:00 am–10:30 am (1.5 hours)

Location

Peninsula 6 (2nd floor)

Let's create a magical steampunk world! What if the British Empire actually derived power from their Queen of Heaven? Or found an industrialized India running on spiritual energy, or African technology based in the complimentary tension between female and male? What might other cultures be doing?

Presenter

Fred Kaye

When

Saturday, 9:00 am–10:00 am (1 hour)

Location

Sequoia (1st floor)

Even Steampunks need to exercise. Experience the exercises that British Expeditionary forces used to expand the Victorian Empire. Indian clubs were exceptionally popular during the health craze of the late Victorian era, used by military cadets and well-heeled ladies alike, and even appeared as a gymnastic event in the 1904 and 1932 Olympics.

Presenter

Kate Cogswright

When

Saturday, 9:00 am–10:30 am (1.5 hours)

Location

Executive Boardroom (2nd floor)

Cost

$7 Register

Max Attendance

20

Construct a steampunk beetle and/or spider out of wire and bits of hardware. Minimum age 10 with adult supervision.

Presenter

Staff

When

Saturday, 9:00 am–8:00 pm (11 hours)

Location

Ballroom Foyer (1st floor)

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Presenter

Michael Tierney

When

Saturday, 9:00 am–10:30 am (1.5 hours)

Location

Peninsula 2 (2nd floor)

Around the World in Eighty days has inspired steampunk culture since its beginning. The story can be said to be the origin of many features that have been adopted into steampunk. Let’s take a fun tour together through Jules Verne’s book, and its many adaptations. We’ll also spend some time with two Victorian women who —in real life—undertook their own world trip in a race around the globe sponsored by two newspapers.

Presenter

Matt Gaser

When

Saturday, 9:00 am–10:30 am (1.5 hours)

Location

Peninsula 1 (2nd floor)

I will walk the audience through the various pipelines of world building for animated films and games using previous work as a slideshow. From the importance of listening, reference, sketching to the final layouts and paintings that create beautiful windows into new worlds, it will be a show and tell. Then, open the floor for discussion.

Presenter

Staff

When

Saturday, 10:00 am–6:00 pm (8 hours)

Location

Catalina (1st floor)

In Victorian times, galleries were the cultural hubs of proper society, and exhibitions would showcase the ingenuity and inventiveness of the period. The Clockwork Alchemy Artists’ Gallery and Exhibition is a place to see and experience the art of Steampunk with minimal distraction. Please visit our gallery to personally experience the art and science of Steampunk!

Presenter

Henry M. Hill IV (Decon)

When

Saturday, 10:00 am–11:00 am (1 hour)

Location

Sequoia (1st floor)

Come use the weapon of Pharaohs. The Khopesh. Learn how to wield a weapon that made kingdoms great.

Presenter

Staff

When

Saturday, 10:00 am–1:00 pm (3 hours)

Location

Dockside (1st floor)

If you find yourself in need of respite, a trip to the Alchemist Tea Parlour is in order! At the Alchemist Tea Parlour you will find delicious tea blends to help you refresh your weary soul, and some light nibbles to energize your body for the rest of the day.

Presenter

Staff

When

Saturday, 10:00 am–6:00 pm (8 hours)

Location

Aster and Iris (1st floor)

Clockwork Alchemy’s Artist’s Bazaar is an artist-only venue where handcrafted unique, one-of-a-kind finery and frippery are offered for sale next to fantastical instruments and armaments. All visitors are sure to find something to amuse, bemuse, delight, or strike their fancy. Come sample the astonishing talents of the steampunk community’s makers and dreamers, and maybe even showcase some creations of your own! Because our focus is on artists and artisans, at least 90% of the items offered for sale in a booth must be made by the Artist(s).

Presenter

Frank Hood

When

Saturday, 10:30 am–Noon (1.5 hours)

Location

Executive Boardroom (2nd floor)

Cost

$5

Max Attendance

29

In honor of Halloween and Mary Shelley, let's hand-sew new plushies out pieces of old ones. No prior sewing experience is required if you don't mind the stitching being visible. Only limited sewing supplies will be available, so please bring your sewing kit if you have one. All ages are welcome, but please no unsupervised children

Presenter

Glenda Russell

When

Saturday, 10:30 am–Noon (1.5 hours)

Location

Peninsula 7 (2nd floor)

There are various forms of dueling, but the most refined form of dueling is with the mighty leaf! The Tea Witches will continue to share this elegant sport as a more civilized way to handle heated discussions.

Presenter

Lori Saltis

When

Saturday, 10:30 am–Noon (1.5 hours)

Location

Peninsula 6 (2nd floor)

Struggling to find time to write with all of life’s distractions? Shut Up & Write is a relaxed, community-based way to actually get words on the page. We’ll begin with an introduction, then dive into a quiet writing session. No critiques, no pressure, just the satisfaction of finally sitting down to work on your story. Bring a laptop, journal, or whatever you love to write with.

Presenters

Dover Whitecliff, Laura Carns, Michael Carns, Gretchen Kisler, Sage Foley

When

Saturday, 10:30 am–Noon (1.5 hours)

Location

Peninsula 2 (2nd floor)

Since Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 released for gaming consoles and PCs in April, it's been on track to be game of the year. What makes it so obsessively good? Great storytelling! There will be spoilers, but the story is so tight, you'll still want to play the game.

Presenter

Madam Crow

When

Saturday, 10:30 am–Noon (1.5 hours)

Location

Peninsula 3 (2nd floor)

Madam Crow will share her knowledge and experience of this art. Anyone interested would benefit from bringing their own deck but she can provide a few loaners. She is a professional reader for House of Spirits, The Cauldron Bar, and Beetle House LA as well as private events.

Presenter

Doctor R. Snick

When

Saturday, 10:30 am–Noon (1.5 hours)

Location

Peninsula 1 (2nd floor)

This presentation will cast light on the origins of the patent medicine shows that were started in England, then bloomed in the US. Learn about small time operations to sophisticated shows that used clever marketing and engaging performances to sell "Snake Oil" including devices. The shows were especially entertaining to the nation before the arrival of radio and film.

Presenter

Emily Flummox

When

Saturday, 11:00 am–Noon (1 hour)

Location

Aster (1st floor)

Get your books signed by Emily Flummox

Presenter

Sumiko Saulson

When

Saturday, 11:00 am–Noon (1 hour)

Location

Aster (1st floor)

Get your books signed by Sumiko Saulson

Presenter

Shelley Adina

When

Saturday, 11:00 am–Noon (1 hour)

Location

Aster (1st floor)

Get your books signed by Shelley Adina

Presenter

Chad Goerzen

When

Saturday, 11:00 am–Noon (1 hour)

Location

Sequoia (1st floor)

The Naginata, a long-handled weapon used by samurai, dates back to the 9th Century. Focusing on balance and leverage rather than brute force, the sweeping movements of the Naginata develop physical balance and poise. Currently, Atarashii Naginata (All Japan Naginata Federation style Modern Naginata) is specifically designed for competitors using the same weapon. Practice includes striking techniques, attack-and-defense drills, and free sparring with armor.

Presenter

Yahzick

When

Saturday, Noon–1:30 pm (1.5 hours)

Location

Peninsula 1 (2nd floor)

Charles Bates, known as Yahzick or the DM online, has been making YouTube videos since 2008. He is most known as the DM from his “D&D Edition” videos with Mann Shorts. Join him for a discussion on creating internet content.

Presenter

Michael Tierney

When

Saturday, Noon–1:00 pm (1 hour)

Location

Aster (1st floor)

Get your books signed by Michael Tierney

Presenter

Moira Rhun

When

Saturday, Noon–2:30 pm (2.5 hours)

Location

Peninsula 4 (2nd floor)

"Ghost Ship's Sting - 2 hr adventure for up to 6 Tier 1 players - pregenerated characters available: CONTENT WARNING: Death, PTSD (war & combat flashbacks) "The Ghost Ship's Sting" is a free Spelljammer Dungeoncraft adventure written for CarrierCon 2023, held aboard the USS Hornet Sea, Air & Space Museum, at their request and with their full support. Travel from the Rock of Bral to the edge of Realmspace, under the employ of a dohwar merchant and his mysterious client, and brave what dangers await. Explore a mysterious ship (based on the Hornet) in the far depths of Wildspace, discover its secrets and history, and see if you can survive the hauntings in the final frontier."

Presenter

The Forgetmenauts

When

Saturday, Noon–1:30 pm (1.5 hours)

Location

Peninsula 3 (2nd floor)

In this interactive performance, The Forgetmenauts will guide you on a narrative quest through faery realms, folk legends, and magical dangers. Collaborative rolls of the dice will determine the direction the story goes--and which song we play next.

Presenter

Catherine

When

Saturday, Noon–2:30 pm (2.5 hours)

Location

Executive Boardroom (2nd floor)

Cost

$15 Register

Max Attendance

20

Victorians loved incorporating butterflies into their decor. In the first part of this two-part workshop, you will learn the Victorian art of butterfly pinning. Leave your butterfly to dry, then return for part two the next day. All ages are welcome!

Presenter

Anthony Francis

When

Saturday, Noon–1:30 pm (1.5 hours)

Location

Peninsula 6 (2nd floor)

An attempt to explore Dwight Swain's theory of ""scenes and sequels"" in writing from a more scientific perspective.

Presenter

Rey Magdael

When

Saturday, Noon–1:00 pm (1 hour)

Location

Sequoia (1st floor)

Sticks and knives have their own rhythms, fast, close, and precise. This workshop introduces the fundamentals of handling both: grips, angles, and drills that make timing and distance click into place. We will move through single and paired sequences, focusing on how the two tools inform each other without overwhelming new students. Expect controlled partner exercises, flow patterns you can take home, and that moment when stick and blade suddenly feel like an extension of your hands. This class is trying to combine two different but related arts into one workshop, so come fed and caffeinated!

Presenters

M.D. Neu, T.E. MacArthur

When

Saturday, Noon–1:30 pm (1.5 hours)

Location

Peninsula 2 (2nd floor)

Have you seen something that you can’t fully explain? Let’s talk about spirits, ghosts and demons and how they continue to make their way into media and how we continue to be fascinated with the subject.

Presenter

Staff

When

Saturday, Noon–Midnight (12 hours)

Location

Peninsula 4 (2nd floor)

Welcome to Clockwork Alchemy's Gaming room.  Here you will find an assortment of games ranging from board and card games to role playing.  Many games are free to borrow and all we ask is that you treat these games respectfully.  Please also check our schedule for scheduled role playing game events and speak with our staff if you wish to be in one or run one of your own.

Presenter

BJ Sikes

When

Saturday, 1:00 pm–2:00 pm (1 hour)

Location

Aster (1st floor)

Get your books signed by BJ Sikes

Presenter

Tom Badillo and Fred Kaye

When

Saturday, 1:00 pm–2:00 pm (1 hour)

Location

Sequoia (1st floor)

A fan favorite for many years at Gaslight Gathering, CombatCon and Clockwork Alchemy every year! Learn what every airship crew member needs to know when defending against an aerial attack and repelling a boarding action. We will study close combat use of Singlestick, 19th Century Saber, Steampunk longsword, Cutlass, war club and boarding axe on land, sea and air in our Steampunk universe.

Presenter

J. Scott Coatsworth

When

Saturday, 1:00 pm–2:00 pm (1 hour)

Location

Aster (1st floor)

Get your books signed by J.Scott Coatsworth

Presenters

Sumiko Saulson, Emily Flummox

When

Saturday, 1:30 pm–3:00 pm (1.5 hours)

Location

Peninsula 6 (2nd floor)

A history of San Francisco in the era of gas light, which will include things like the gas fire during the 1906 quake, how gas light was used during prohibition, and gas light era San Francisco (Victorian Era through Prohibition Era).

Presenter

Erin Tierney

When

Saturday, 1:30 pm–3:00 pm (1.5 hours)

Location

Peninsula 2 (2nd floor)

A lecture about the influence of the steampunk genre on tabletop RPGs.

Presenter

Albert Swartz

When

Saturday, 1:30 pm–3:00 pm (1.5 hours)

Location

Peninsula 1 (2nd floor)

While it is understandable from those on the outside looking in for it to look like just another subculture how ever it is more than that with steampunk we can have a way to imagine a world in which everything can be fun and exciting a world of adventure where everything is visually appeasing and nothing is the same a world where we do not rely on electric transportation that can fail at any moment due to how new the technology is where steam powered vessels and vehicles have been around for hundreds of years if we were only to stand up and put our ideas outward to the world in hopes to make our world not only more beautiful tieing in cogs and gears with not only everyday life but even gardens airships where before they were dangerous but with out advancements in technology we can not only make it a safer alternative to cruises where we have to worry about pirates when going anywhere near the horn of africa but dangerous rouge waves in the ocean not only that but make it to where we can transport cargo in a more effective way that has less of a risk of dammaged goods during traditional air transportation and sea transportation i in-vision a world where we are all free to imagine what we want to create and be able to push that idea out to the world with out being hindered by our need to " fit in " but i ask you what is better? to fit in and do the same old boring thing night and day or to make our planet a paradise where we can all live in comfort lets face it our fashion choices now a days is poor to say the least gone are the days where we could see a woman be truly beautiful or look at a man and see not only the strength he projects but also see the human behind the beast he betrays himself to be no longer are the days of gracious designs where everything with in a device had a purpose i aim to change this back to how it used to be where we fought to make our world a better place now imagine how awsome it would be if we still had the ways we had back than than remove the child labor and slavery you gotta admit that it would be a better world if we would have just kept that astetic to me this is more than just a fun thing to do it is pure and utter creative freedom

Presenter

Lori Saltis

When

Saturday, 2:00 pm–3:00 pm (1 hour)

Location

Aster (1st floor)

Get your books signed by Lori Saltis

Presenter

staff

When

Saturday, 2:00 pm–3:00 pm (1 hour)

Location

Acacia (1st floor)

This year’s theme is Gaslight Fantasy a celebration of gothic glam, magical mystery, and Victorian silhouettes with a twist. Think haunted elegance, enchanted corsetry, and characters who might have stepped out of a fog-drenched alley or a spellbound ballroom.

Presenter

David Laudenslager

When

Saturday, 2:00 pm–3:00 pm (1 hour)

Location

Sequoia (1st floor)

Learn skills from a galaxy far far away, using sabre technics and flourishes to amaze.

Presenter

Rey Magdael

When

Saturday, 3:00 pm–4:00 pm (1 hour)

Location

Sequoia (1st floor)

Anything's a weapon if you're holding it right, and if you know what you have near you, everything around you can be anything. This workshop teaches simple mechanics for grip, leverage, and distance so ordinary objects become intentional tools. Bring an everyday item you'd be willing to have used on you. You will partner-drill with it, test it in controlled exercises, and even try it against the instructor. If I spot a tweak, I will demonstrate the improvement on you at a much kinder speed or on Bob, our training dummy. Expect practical drills, slow-motion feedback, and plenty of opportunities to try again until it feels right.

Presenter

Staff

When

Saturday, 3:00 pm–3:30 pm (30 minutes)

Location

Ballroom Foyer (1st floor)

Join us for the Convention Group Photo! Location TBD

Presenter

M.D. Neu

When

Saturday, 3:00 pm–4:00 pm (1 hour)

Location

Aster (1st floor)

Get your books signed by M.D. Neu

Presenters

BJ Sikes, Shelley Adina, Dover Whitecliff

When

Saturday, 3:00 pm–4:30 pm (1.5 hours)

Location

Peninsula 6 (2nd floor)

Whether it's the protagonist in your latest WIP or someone you're cosplaying, your character needs to be compelling. Come and workshop with published authors.

Presenter

Michael Tierney

When

Saturday, 3:00 pm–4:30 pm (1.5 hours)

Location

Peninsula 2 (2nd floor)

The steampunk aesthetic includes amazing architecture, built with new materials and novel techniques. The Victorian architectural aesthetics match the Steampunk--functional, yet beautiful structures with the beauty sometimes overpowering the functionality, as one might hope.

Presenter

Erin Tierney

When

Saturday, 4:00 pm–5:00 pm (1 hour)

Location

Aster (1st floor)

Get your books signed by Erin Tierney

Presenter

Yahzick

When

Saturday, 4:00 pm–6:00 pm (2 hours)

Location

Peninsula 4 (2nd floor)

Join our GoH Yahzick for his new experimental game The Florida Mann RPG. A familiar d20 system inspired by D&D, D20 Modern, and Baldur's Gate III. The players will be participating in a southern fried mystery one-shot called "Shoot out at the Skinko's." Sign up in Peninsula 4 on Sat morning.

Presenter

Philip Wing

When

Saturday, 4:00 pm–6:00 pm (2 hours)

Location

Foyer Roundabout (1st floor)

Join us for Clockwork Alchemy’s Splendid Tea Pot Racing Competition – On your mark, get set, go! MC Mistress Crow will be judging this exciting competition. Get your teapot racers ready, dastardly or otherwise! Spots are limited so be sure to arrive at least 15 minutes early to sign up. This year's location is in the driveway roundabout just outside the Ballroom Foyer.

Presenter

John Sullins and Athony Barajas

When

Saturday, 4:00 pm–5:00 pm (1 hour)

Location

Sequoia (1st floor)

From the early 19th century, sabre gains widespread use and its design is inspired by the Mameluke sword, a type of Middle Eastern scimitar. Napoleon used it in great extent during his wars as a main weapon for heavy cavalry and their charges. Shorter variants were also designed and were used as sidearms by dismounted units. British Government authorized their pattern swords for use by infantry officers at the same time. As longer-range rifles appeared on the battlefields, cavalry charges fell out of favor and sabres with them at least for the military uses. Some European police forces used sabres for both mounted and dismounted police officers during the 19th and at the beginning of the 20th century. Luckily, to some extent, for civilians, sabres were later replaced with batons and night sticks. Some polices like the Gendarmerie of Belgium used them until the 1950s. So, we will be practicing sabre as a mounted weapon off our Airship...We will practice the cuts as used unmounted. Then the cuts used mounted. The cavalry charge...And keep in mind this is all within our Steam universe...HUZZAH!!!!

Presenter

The Myers' from PEERS

When

Saturday, 4:00 pm–5:30 pm (1.5 hours)

Location

Peninsula 7 (2nd floor)

Join us for a crash course in waltz, foxtrot, and other vintage ballroom dances in preparations for the evening’s Forgotten Mists Ball. No partner required.

Presenter

Staff

When

Saturday, 4:00 pm–5:00 pm (1 hour)

Location

Dockside (1st floor)

Join author guest of honor T.E. MacArthur for tea and a chat in the Alchemist Tea Parlour.

Presenters

Valerie Frankel, Steve Frankel, G David Nordley

When

Saturday, 4:30 pm–6:00 pm (1.5 hours)

Location

Peninsula 3 (2nd floor)

From multirotor helicopters and electric submarines, to fractional orbital bombardment by German authoritarians Jules Verne put our future in his 19th century. But there was a cautionary point to it. How have we embraced or ignored his lessons? Are we living logically with his legacy? What technology in particular merits more discussion?

Presenter

The Lace Museum

When

Saturday, 4:30 pm–6:00 pm (1.5 hours)

Location

Executive Boardroom (2nd floor)

Cost

$0 Register

Max Attendance

15

Learn the basics of Bobbin Lace Making with the experienced instructors of the Lace Mueum in San Jose. Free, we are a non profit and this fits within our mission of preserving and teaching lace skills.

Presenters

J. Scott Coatsworth, Lori Saltis

When

Saturday, 4:30 pm–6:00 pm (1.5 hours)

Location

Peninsula 6 (2nd floor)

Magic is an integral part of any fantasy, but how your magical system is set up, and its limitations, can have a huge impact on your story. We’ll discuss a few well-known fantasy magical systems, and then brainstorm some of our own.

Presenter

Lee Presson

When

Saturday, 4:30 pm–6:00 pm (1.5 hours)

Location

Peninsula 1 (2nd floor)

Lee Presson of The Great Dickens Christmas Faire family, Mr. Edger Allen Poe has come to perform a reading of several of his works, including his renowned performance of "The Tell Tale Heart". This heart stopping performance is not to be missed!

Presenters

M.D. Neu, Anthony Francis

When

Saturday, 4:30 pm–6:00 pm (1.5 hours)

Location

Peninsula 2 (2nd floor)

For a hundred years humans traveled in giant airships then in the mid-1930s that all came to a fiery end. What is our fascination with this type of travel? Why did it all come to an end? This panel is about our excitement and love of the giant airships and what it would be like to still have them/

Presenter

Rey Magdael

When

Saturday, 5:00 pm–6:00 pm (1 hour)

Location

Sequoia (1st floor)

Sometimes the simplest tool is the most versatile. This workshop explores the fundamentals of short-staff work: posture, strikes, and flow drills that make a length of wood feel alive in your hands. We'll practice control, timing, and partner drills you can pick up quickly — all with an eye toward the everyday. After all, most of these techniques work just as well with a walking stick as they do with a polished staff. Expect steady progress, some good laughs, and a new way to look at what you carry down the street.

Presenter

Charlie Wong

When

Saturday, 5:30 pm–7:30 pm (2 hours)

Location

Peninsula 7 (2nd floor)

Join us as we learn the fun-dementals of East Coast Swing. No partner or experience required.

Presenter

Wizard Lizard

When

Saturday, 5:30 pm–9:00 pm (3.5 hours)

Location

Peninsula 4 (2nd floor)

DEADLANDS CLASSIC: There's Something in the Lights San Francisco had gas lighting for 14 years before the Great Quake destroyed the city, leaving only rushing water and cliffs full of ghost rock in its place. Big Ears Tam, boss of the largest triad in Shan Fan—the city that spawned near where San Francisco once was—hired a mad scientist a few months back to finally replicate that era, gradually filling a plethora of Shan Fan streets with the eerie green glow of lamps lit with the mysterious gas distilled from ghost rock. Never mind what the gossips say about nightmares plaguing the populace and an increase in mysterious disappearances; Tu Yuxuan just wants you to take Big Ears and his triad down a peg by taking out the gas lamps that demonstrate his power. Then you can help him take over this town.

Presenter

Gideon Faust

When

Saturday, 6:00 pm–7:30 pm (1.5 hours)

Location

Peninsula 3 (2nd floor)

Contrary to popular belief, the Victorians did like to have fun. Lets look at what and how they drank, smoked , partied and more

Presenter

Jim Leibish

When

Saturday, 6:00 pm–8:00 pm (2 hours)

Location

Sequoia (1st floor)

Join us for an exceedingly fun suite of team-based Warbow Battles. We will begin with warm-ups and skill training with our bows, in order to learn the basics of safe use of the bow. Once the initial skills have been learned, we will proceed to the battles! Warbow is like dodgeball, but with bows and foam-tipped arrows. There are multiple games that can be played and skills of all levels are welcome. This is a family-friendly activity for ages 7+. Dressing for exercise is advised. This event will continue until interest winds down.

Presenter

Erin Tierney

When

Saturday, 6:00 pm–7:30 pm (1.5 hours)

Location

Peninsula 2 (2nd floor)

A lecture about the influence of Victorian fantasy on steampunk.

Presenters

Sumiko Saulson, Emily Flummox

When

Saturday, 6:00 pm–7:30 pm (1.5 hours)

Location

Peninsula 6 (2nd floor)

In honor of Civilization Stained These Young Things and Other Works by Emily Loretta Flummox, the author’s debut collection, we’ll be discussing LGBTQ horror of Victorian, Edwardian, and (American) Prohibition Eras, when gas light was big.

Presenter

staff

When

Saturday, 6:30 pm–7:30 pm (1 hour)

Location

Ballroom Foyer (1st floor)

Meet and Greet Join our staft and guests of honor in the Foyer for a chance to mingle.

Presenter

Staff

When

Saturday, 7:00 pm–10:30 pm (3.5 hours)

Location

Dockside (1st floor)

Attendees may sign up for 30 minute slots during Tea Room Hours, or walk in to see if a reading is available when Fortune Telling is being held.

Presenter

ant b

When

Saturday, 7:30 pm–9:00 pm (1.5 hours)

Location

Executive Boardroom (2nd floor)

Cost

$0

Max Attendance

20

Over 18 only. Do not attend this workshop if you are easily offended. There will be rude body parts, unfiltered language, and lots of paper.

Presenters

Jaime Jessup, Unwoman, The Forgetmenauts

When

Saturday, 7:30 pm–11:00 pm (3.5 hours)

Location

Acacia (1st floor)

Every right thinking individual knows that Saturdays are for Dancing! So to fulfill the wishes of one and all, the mists will part and we will have a ball. Protecting our guests from mystical tricks will be Emcee Jaime Jessup. Her task is to make all proper introductions and ensure the protocols are followed so you may dance in our hall lost between worlds. Those experienced with our revels will be delighted by the return of infamous siren Unwoman and her voltaic cello. This unique personage can by herself wring more music from her arcane tools in one performance than most will hear in a lifetime. Our next and final band come straight from other dimensions of myth and folklore. The Forgetmenauts combine orchestral, folksy, alternative, and punk into music that will compel those who hear it to stand up and dance.

Presenter

Commedor Desmond

When

Saturday, 11:30 pm–1:00 am (1.5 hours)

Location

Acacia (1st floor)

Don’t want to go to bed yet? We get it. Come hang out with the bands and crew; play some tunes and sing some songs. This is a casual after party, removed from backstage.

Presenter

Fred Kaye

When

Sunday, 9:00 am–10:00 am (1 hour)

Location

Sequoia (1st floor)

By 1874 Paris was swarming with vagabonds. Consisting mostly of juvenile delinquents, these ten thousand or so ruffians would evolve into a new generation of street-fighter, banding into a gang which came to be known as the Apache." (Excerpted from The Dirty Tricks of the French Apache by Craig Gemeiner). The word "Apache" (pronounced "ah – PAHASH") is a Parisian term used to describe the French street gangs of the early 1900s. The era's local newspapers often described the violence perpetrated by these gangs as synonymous with the ferocity of Apache Indians in battle." This in-person class reviews the dirty tricks of the Apache street gangs and the self defense systems developed by the French Savate Masters including Vigny, Renuad, Andre and Dubious, developed to counter the brutal attacks of these French thugs. The class will review Vigny La Canne, Basic defenses, kicks, punches and close quarter combat.

Presenter

Staff

When

Sunday, 9:00 am–5:00 pm (8 hours)

Location

Ballroom Foyer (1st floor)

Do you have questions about the convention? Our highly-trained Info Desk staff is eager to assist. These individuals will either have the information you seek or be able to direct you to someone who does. You can also email us at info@clockworkalchemy.com.

Presenter

Catherine

When

Sunday, 9:00 am–10:30 am (1.5 hours)

Location

Executive Boardroom (2nd floor)

Cost

$20 Register

Max Attendance

12

Tinkers, young and old, assemble an engine powered by fairy dust! As a fairy, I will provide the dust, paint, and mechanical parts. Arrange the foam and plastic parts in any configuration you wish around a wooden box, paint it, and you’ll have an engine ready to power any fantastical contraption!

Presenter

Lt. Cdr. Carlton

When

Sunday, 9:00 am–10:30 am (1.5 hours)

Location

Peninsula 1 (2nd floor)

Nowhere was the magic and majesty of the Steampunk era more apparent than at sea. Wooden sailing ships gave way to ginormous smoke-belching steamships. These inspired writers like Jules Verne and Orson Welles. But what did they carry, who did they carry, from where to where, and why?

Presenter

Staff

When

Sunday, 9:00 am–2:00 pm (5 hours)

Location

Ballroom Foyer (1st floor)

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Presenters

T..E. Mac Arthur., J. Scott Coatsworth, M.D. Neu, Lori Saltis, BJ Sikes, Shelley Adina, Dover Whitecliff, Sumiko Saulson, Emily Flummox, Michael Tierney, Erin Tierney, Anthony Francis

When

Sunday, 9:00 am–10:00 am (1 hour)

Location

Aster (1st floor)

Last call! Final guaranteed chance to get your books signed by the authors

Presenter

Staff

When

Sunday, 10:00 am–2:00 pm (4 hours)

Location

Dockside (1st floor)

If you find yourself in need of respite, a trip to the Alchemist Tea Parlour is in order! At the Alchemist Tea Parlour you will find delicious tea blends to help you refresh your weary soul, and some light nibbles to energize your body for the rest of the day.

Presenter

Dover Whitecliff

When

Sunday, 10:00 am–11:00 am (1 hour)

Location

Aster (1st floor)

Get your books signed by Dover Whitecliff

Presenter

Staff

When

Sunday, 10:00 am–4:00 pm (6 hours)

Location

Aster and Iris (1st floor)

Clockwork Alchemy’s Artist’s Bazaar is an artist-only venue where handcrafted unique, one-of-a-kind finery and frippery are offered for sale next to fantastical instruments and armaments. All visitors are sure to find something to amuse, bemuse, delight, or strike their fancy. Come sample the astonishing talents of the steampunk community’s makers and dreamers, and maybe even showcase some creations of your own! Because our focus is on artists and artisans, at least 90% of the items offered for sale in a booth must be made by the Artist(s).

Presenter

Chad Goerzen

When

Sunday, 10:00 am–11:00 am (1 hour)

Location

Sequoia (1st floor)

A workshop for adventurers, writers, choreographers and martial artists. When your enemies attack, they’ll usually choose a time when they have an advantage, such as when you’re out walking without your trusty halberd. Here you will learn strategies for unmatched weapons, learned from the writings of Renaissance European weapons masters. Your best strategy will depend on your reach, strength and speed.

Presenter

Staff

When

Sunday, 10:00 am–4:00 pm (6 hours)

Location

Catalina (1st floor)

In Victorian times, galleries were the cultural hubs of proper society, and exhibitions would showcase the ingenuity and inventiveness of the period. The Clockwork Alchemy Artists’ Gallery and Exhibition is a place to see and experience the art of Steampunk with minimal distraction. Please visit our gallery to personally experience the art and science of Steampunk!

Presenter

Lady Evelyn Upson-Downes

When

Sunday, 10:30 am–Noon (1.5 hours)

Location

Executive Boardroom (2nd floor)

Cost

$15 Register

Max Attendance

20

This workshop provides everything you need to create a stunning 8" hat pin to adorn your chapeau, your lapel or to provide protection against marauders, evil doers and things that go bump in the night in a dark alley. Learn the history of Victorian Hat Pins and why they were sometimes banned. We provide a stainless steel pin and thousands of glass beads for your artistic enjoyment.

Presenters

Sumiko Saulson, Emily Flummox

When

Sunday, 10:30 am–Noon (1.5 hours)

Location

Peninsula 6 (2nd floor)

Gas lighting, both literal and figurative, plays a major role in Victorian Horror Literature.The Turn of the Screw and Carmilla include people questioning reality. The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde uses gas lights in the streets of London as a metaphor for duality and the horrors of Mr. Hyde, and then Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus where not only gas lighting but electricity represent fear of the dangers of mankind’s hubris and “playing God” when making discoveries.

Presenter

Matt Gaser

When

Sunday, 10:30 am–Noon (1.5 hours)

Location

Peninsula 3 (2nd floor)

I will discuss what it's like working as an artist now. Challenges with AI, overseas hiring, budget/staff cuts have artists on edge. There is still work out there and AI hasn't taken over... yet! I'll touch on the importance of communication, networking, networking tools, staying on top of trends, never burning bridges, and telling stories from my personal experience. Then, open the floor for discussion.

Presenter

M.D. Neu

When

Sunday, 10:30 am–Noon (1.5 hours)

Location

Peninsula 2 (2nd floor)

We’ve also been fascinated by vampires, let talk about vampires, how they’ve changed over the years in media.This will be a led conversation on the different types of vampires so bring your questions and your own thoughts on vampires. The panel will have a lot to share, but we’ll want to hear from you as well.

Presenter

Stephen Beale

When

Sunday, 10:30 am–Noon (1.5 hours)

Location

Peninsula 1 (2nd floor)

The Steampunk Explorer is the top online destination for steampunk news, and it's based right here in the Bay Area. Editor Stephen Beale will discuss the publication's new design, major happenings in the steampunk world, and anything else you'd like to know.

Presenter

BellyDancers

When

Sunday, 11:00 am–1:00 pm (2 hours)

Location

Acacia (1st floor)

Belly Dancing Demonstration - come and enjoy the Bay Area’s own Belly Dancers, presented by The Bellydance Guild

Presenter

T.E. MacArthur

When

Sunday, 11:00 am–Noon (1 hour)

Location

Aster (1st floor)

Get your books signed by author guest of honor T.E. MacArthur

Presenter

John Sullins and Athony Barajas

When

Sunday, 11:00 am–Noon (1 hour)

Location

Sequoia (1st floor)

Foil is the weapon used to learn the basics of all other weapons. It is with the foil that you learn distance and timing with a weapon that is light and unlikely to harm you as you learn the ways of the sword. We will be looking at the Italian and French styles of fencing that was popular in the Victorian Age. Come learn a sport that requires speed, finesse, and intelligence.

Presenter

Citizen Crockett

When

Sunday, Noon–1:30 pm (1.5 hours)

Location

Peninsula 1 (2nd floor)

A reprise of the April 2024 Clockwork Alchemy lecture by philosopher, historian, civic activist, & fraternalist Citizen Crockett exploring the fascinating world of secret societies in the Age of Steam! Why were these orders so secretive? What is the deal with all the symbolism? What can we learn from them? And how can this information get deployed in your Steampunk writing, RPGs, and LARPs? Secrets will be revealed to those who have eyes to see, ears to hear, and butts in their seats!

Presenter

Charlie Wong

When

Sunday, Noon–1:00 pm (1 hour)

Location

Sequoia (1st floor)

Learn how Filipino martial artists bridge the gap from sword fighting to close-in fighting. Students will be taught "The Feed," a method for cooperative fighting that trains precision and flow in combat drills. From cuts, blocks and checking with weapons, students will then learn how to close the distance and apply joint locks and disarms to armed and unarmed opponents.

Presenters

T.E MacArthur, Virginia Solomon

When

Sunday, Noon–1:30 pm (1.5 hours)

Location

Peninsula 2 (2nd floor)

Paranormal Investigator Virginia Solomon and Paranormal Thriller Author T.E. MacArthur offer an introduction to real ghost “hunting” and tips for writing the paranormal in thrillers, mystery, dark fantasy, and of course Steampunk.

Presenter

Unwoman

When

Sunday, Noon–1:30 pm (1.5 hours)

Location

Peninsula 3 (2nd floor)

Join Unwoman and other guest musicians for an improv style songwriting workshop.

Presenter

Moira Rhun

When

Sunday, Noon–2:30 pm (2.5 hours)

Location

Peninsula 4 (2nd floor)

15 Seconds to Curtain - 2 hr adventure for up to 6 Tier 1 players - pregenerated characters available: Deep in the Feywild, a group of outcasts and oddballs needs to put on a show. And you’re their very special guests!

Presenter

Staff

When

Sunday, Noon–4:00 pm (4 hours)

Location

Peninsula 4 (2nd floor)

Welcome to Clockwork Alchemy's Gaming room.  Here you will find an assortment of games ranging from board and card games to role playing.  Many games are free to borrow and all we ask is that you treat these games respectfully.  Please also check our schedule for scheduled role playing game events and speak with our staff if you wish to be in one or run one of your own.

Presenter

Shelley Adina

When

Sunday, Noon–1:30 pm (1.5 hours)

Location

Peninsula 6 (2nd floor)

Learn how your imagination can partner with real history to create stories readers will love.

Presenter

Catherine

When

Sunday, Noon–2:30 pm (2.5 hours)

Location

Executive Boardroom (2nd floor)

Cost

$5 Register

Max Attendance

20

In the second part of this two-part workshop, you will glue the butterfly that you have already pinned into a rustic wood window box. Decorate your box with patterned paper and steampunk embellishments. Then, you will be ready to display a work of art worthy of any Victorian home! All ages welcome.

Presenter

Jim Leibish

When

Sunday, 1:00 pm–2:00 pm (1 hour)

Location

Sequoia (1st floor)

The epee is a weapon of elegance and swift tactical decisions. Historically a weapon of dueling, the epee has a place in the arsenal of sturdy adventurers of all stripes. This class welcomes all those who seek to add some flair and, if you are feeling daring, perhaps a smidge of bravado to their dueling skills. We will cover the basics of the use of the weapon, footwork and tactical considerations. Students of the blade will engage in skill-building exercises that improve point control, proper distance and timing. If they are inclined to do so, they may participate in a mock duel or two with a partner of their choosing. This is a class meant for teens and adults. Dressing for exercise is advised.

Presenter

The Myers' from PEERS

When

Sunday, 1:00 pm–4:00 pm (3 hours)

Location

Acacia (1st floor)

A delightful afternoon of Victorian, Edwardian and Victorian Steampunk waltzes, waltz mixers, and other vintage couple dances that both accomplished dancers and beginners can enjoy. No partners required. Dances range from the ever-popular “Congress of Vienna Waltz” to “The Haunted Mansion” Steampunk Waltz Mixer and the classic anime “Waltz for the Moon.” All pattern dances and mixers will be taught and called.

Presenter

Gideon Faust

When

Sunday, 1:30 pm–3:00 pm (1.5 hours)

Location

Peninsula 3 (2nd floor)

It's the end of the world!.....again. People have predicted, written and filmed the end of the world since the beginning of time, Lets look at a few of the early works about the end time, you will never guess who started the genre.

Presenter

Yahzick

When

Sunday, 1:30 pm–3:00 pm (1.5 hours)

Location

Peninsula 1 (2nd floor)

Charles Bates, known as Yahzick or the DM online, has been making YouTube videos since 2008. He is most known as the DM from his “D&D Edition” videos with Mann Shorts. Join him for a discussion on TTRPG/ Dungeons and Dragons

Presenter

Michael Tierney

When

Sunday, 1:30 pm–3:00 pm (1.5 hours)

Location

Peninsula 2 (2nd floor)

The Victorian Era is known for its audacious belief that Science would improve mankind’s lot. The men (and women) of science were an intriguing mix of personalities and circumstances. Go beyond Darwin and Tesla and learn the stories of the Victorian scientists who brought about the modern age. Who’s your favorite scientist? Come and share.

Presenter

M.D. Neu

When

Sunday, 1:30 pm–3:00 pm (1.5 hours)

Location

Peninsula 6 (2nd floor)

Share what you would like to see more of in fiction. What do you love reading about? What is something that you are tired of reading? Where would you like to see story telling go? This is a reader driven conversation. This is not a time for you to pitch your story or talk about what you want to write.

Presenter

Tom Badillo and Ray Alicaba

When

Sunday, 2:00 pm–4:00 pm (2 hours)

Location

Sequoia (1st floor)

Welcome, Steampunk Explorers of all ages! Come one, come all to the latest adventure by the Master of Arms of The Royal Airship Kamehameha, and Founder of the War Room! The Sky Pirates are invading our region, and the Royal Airship Kamehameha has been dispatched to intercept the Pirates' advance forces: Glowing Steam Rats! Come aboard the Royal Airship Kamehameha, and play Kinetic Clockwork Cutlass, a special game to test your skills and agility. Test your reflexes by smacking the lights out of the Glowing Steam Rats. Try your luck, come back and try again — strive to beat your personal best, while competing alongside other Steampunk explorers! You may meet some of the most experienced explorers in the 'Verse, as you test your skills! This event will continue until interest winds down.

Presenter

ant b

When

Sunday, 2:30 pm–4:00 pm (1.5 hours)

Location

Executive Boardroom (2nd floor)

Cost

$0

Max Attendance

20

I will teach two lanterns: one easy and one more difficult lantern fold. Once you are comfortable with your fold, a large format paper and a LED will be provided and you can make a full size Gas Light Paper Lantern.

Presenter

staff

When

Sunday, 3:00 pm–4:30 pm (1.5 hours)

Location

Peninsula 3 (2nd floor)

LAST CHANCE - Do you have steampunk-worthy costume treasures in need of a new home? Are you looking for an easy way to build up your steampunk wardrobe? Come to the Garb Giveaway! Gift your garments (clean and undamaged please!) that no longer fit you or your style for new treasures. Masculine and feminine styles welcome! Remainders will be donated to charity.

Presenter

Glenda Russell

When

Sunday, 3:00 pm–4:30 pm (1.5 hours)

Location

Peninsula 1 (2nd floor)

The Final Challenge – Join the Tea Witches for the final showdown of Clockwork Alchemy Tea Dueling.

Presenter

staff

When

Sunday, 3:00 pm–4:30 pm (1.5 hours)

Location

Peninsula 3 (2nd floor)

LAST CHANCE - Do you have steampunk-worthy costume treasures in need of a new home? Are you looking for an easy way to build up your steampunk wardrobe? Come to the Garb Giveaway! Gift your garments (clean and undamaged please!) that no longer fit you or your style for new treasures. Masculine and feminine styles welcome! Remainders will be donated to charity.

Presenter

staff

When

Sunday, 4:30 pm–6:00 pm (1.5 hours)

Location

Peninsula 1 (2nd floor)

At the end of each event we like to hear your feedback. Join us in a discussion of where things were not as good as hoped, the grind, and where things when well, the whirr. Bring ideas for future events you would like to see.