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is available and that they do not have to face a crisis alone. — If you are an LGBTQ+ young person who is struggling or thinking about suicide, The Trevor Project is available 24/7: 📞 Call 1-866-488-7386 📱 Text START to 678-678 💬 Chat at thetrevorproject.org/get-help Free and confidential

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BayCon 2027 / Westercon 79 @baycon.org · 12/09/2026

fundraising page. Every contribution helps The Trevor Project continue providing free, confidential crisis services and support to LGBTQ+ youth. 🏳️‍🌈 Donate or share our fundraiser: give.thetrevorproject.org/team/840952 Together, our community can help make sure LGBTQ+ young people know that support

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BayCon 2027 / Westercon 79 @baycon.org · 12/09/2026

September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. 💜 This year, BayCon is proud to support The Trevor Project, whose mission is to end suicide among LGBTQ+ young people and provide crisis support when it’s needed most. If you’re able, please join us in supporting their work through BayCon’s

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BayCon 2027 / Westercon 79 @baycon.org · 02/09/2026

🌟 GREAT NEWS, VALUED CREATIVE ASSET! 🌟 Applications are NOW OPEN for the BayCon 2027 Marketplace — including the Art Gallery, Artist Alley, Vendors/Dealers, and the Author’s Corner! Turn your passion into approved economic activity. Meet customers!

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BayCon 2027 / Westercon 79 @baycon.org · 01/09/2026

needs of survivors of domestic abuse. She is also a co-founder of the Coalition Against Stalkerware. hachyderm.io/@evacide%EF%...

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BayCon 2027 / Westercon 79 @baycon.org · 01/09/2026

Tor Relay Challenge, to writing privacy and security training materials (including Surveillance Self Defense and the Digital First Aid Kit), and publishing research on malware in Syria, Vietnam, Lebanon, and Kazakhstan. Since 2018, she has worked on addressing the digital privacy and security

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BayCon 2027 / Westercon 79 @baycon.org · 01/09/2026

Political Science and International Relations from SFSU. Her work is primarily focused on providing privacy and security for vulnerable populations around the world. To that end, she has applied the combination of her political science and technical background to everything from organizing EFF's

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BayCon 2027 / Westercon 79 @baycon.org · 01/09/2026

BayCon 2027 / Westercon 79 is excited to announce Guest of Honor Eva Galperin ( @evacide.bsky.social ) will be joining us in July! Eva Galperin is EFF's Director of Cybersecurity. Prior to 2007, when she came to work for EFF, Eva worked in security and IT in Silicon Valley and earned degrees in

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BayCon 2027 / Westercon 79 @baycon.org · 31/08/2026

his work has appeared in major games, TV, and film, and his children’s albums have topped Billboard and iTunes charts. Whether performing for kids, gamers, or wrestling fans, Mega Ran’s mission is the same: entertain, educate, and encourage.

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BayCon 2027 / Westercon 79 @baycon.org · 31/08/2026

BayCon 2027 / Westercon 79 is excited to announce Guest of Honor Mega Ran ( @megaran.com ) will be joining us in July! Mega Ran (Raheem Jarbo) is a GRAMMY-nominated rapper, author, and former teacher known for blending hip-hop with video games, comics, wrestling, and education. A nerdcore pioneer,

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BayCon 2027 / Westercon 79 @baycon.org · 27/08/2026

The future doesn’t belong to the corporations. **Join the resistance. Night City is rising.** 🌃⚡

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BayCon 2027 / Westercon 79 @baycon.org · 27/08/2026

digging into **cybersecurity, internet freedom, digital resistance, and the people fighting to keep the network free**—plus music from a performer who knows a thing or two about heroes, games, and taking the mic back from the megacorps.

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BayCon 2027 / Westercon 79 @baycon.org · 27/08/2026

Signal boost, chooms: this runner is headed south to **LACON V ( @laworldcon.bsky.social ) in Los Angeles this weekend**. Find the **BayCon resistance cell in the Exhibitors Hall** and learn how to jack into the movement before **Night City Rises, July 2027**. → **baycon.org** Next year, we’ll be

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BayCon 2027 / Westercon 79 @baycon.org · 15/08/2026

We’re at @magwestofficial.bsky.social !! Day 2 of BayCon at MAGWest! Stop by, say hi, and jam out to the awesome music on stage near us! 🎶🎮🎵🎲

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BayCon 2027 / Westercon 79 @baycon.org · 25/07/2026

Attending @sandiegocomic-con.bsky.social ?? Stop by The Royal Manticoran Navy booth on mezzanine 21! We’re hanging out with the Trmn folks, so be sure to stop by and say hi! 😊

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BayCon 2027 / Westercon 79 @baycon.org · 09/07/2026

Prices go up July 20, so lock in your badge before the algorithms notice. Join the resistance. See you in the neon. baycon.org/register

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BayCon 2027 / Westercon 79 @baycon.org · 09/07/2026

The corps want you isolated, overcharged, and plugged into whatever neon nightmare they’re selling this week. We say build community before they can put a price tag on that too. Pre-register now for BayCon 2027: Night City Rising, for just 65 eddies ($ in the old world).

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BayCon 2027 / Westercon 79 @baycon.org · 06/07/2026

beefeater gin, thyme simple syrup, and pineapple ginger beer. Try this and our other convention -themed drinks at the bar this evening, whether it’s the Pan-Galactic Gargle Blaster (beefeater gin, blue curacao, and soda water) or the non-alcoholic Don’t Panic (cucumber, lime, simple syrup,

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BayCon 2027 / Westercon 79 @baycon.org · 06/07/2026

Salud! The winning entry for the Name That Drink Contest is ‘The Spike Nebula’ which described the drink as a sweet pineapple drink with surprising (Nebula) complexity!🍹 Cheers to the winner, who will receive a $50 food & drink credit at the hotel. As a reminder, our newly named drink contains

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BayCon 2027 / Westercon 79 @baycon.org · 06/07/2026

Party the night away with us! Our DJ is jamming, you wont want to miss this!!

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BayCon 2027 / Westercon 79 @baycon.org · 06/07/2026

‼️REMINDER‼️ Come get your groove on and space-JAM out with us! 🎉✨

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BayCon 2027 / Westercon 79 @baycon.org · 06/07/2026

Get to know our Poet Laureate Guest of Honor @sumikoska.bsky.social when they are interviewed on the Main Stage (Salon 6) today at 5:15pm!

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BayCon 2027 / Westercon 79 @baycon.org · 05/07/2026

Get to know Guest of Honor Jenay Marontate , the Kitchen Witch, when she’s interviewed on the Main Stage (Salon 6) today at 3:45pm!

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BayCon 2027 / Westercon 79 @baycon.org · 05/07/2026

Or pick one up from the Info Desk at con. Thanks to all contestants, judges, and staff! You rock!🌟

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BayCon 2027 / Westercon 79 @baycon.org · 05/07/2026

Relive or see for the first time the amazing costumes by our Masquerade Participants, Winners of awards, and Masquerade Team & Judges!🎉 The special visual Masquerade issue of the Newsletter at the End of the Universe can also be found online at baycon.org > About > Newsletter in FULL COLOR.

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BayCon 2027 / Westercon 79 @baycon.org · 05/07/2026

Good morning☀️ ! Get to know Guest of Honor Desmond Crisis when he's interviewed on the Main Stage (Salon 6) at 11:30am.

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BayCon 2027 / Westercon 79 @baycon.org · 05/07/2026

chaos, and delight! Whether you arrive as an alien, a time‑traveler, or simply a being who knows where their towel is, you’re part of the story as we dance our way into the infinite♾️

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BayCon 2027 / Westercon 79 @baycon.org · 05/07/2026

Step past the edge of time and into the party at the end of everything!!💃🕺🎉 The Dance at the End of the Universe begins SUNDAY at 7:30 PM on the SEDONA PATIO. Bring your towel,your best cosmic flair,and your most improbable moves as we celebrate the final moments of the universe with rhythm,

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BayCon 2027 / Westercon 79 @baycon.org · 05/07/2026

Here’s a sneak peak of what’s going to auction today! 🎉 •5:15 - 6:30 at Salon E

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aatheus.bsky.social @aatheus.bsky.social · 05/07/2026

Planning to fu#rsuit or #cosplay at @baycon.org ? Our headless lounge is open to serve you. Executive Boardroom Saturday and Sunday, above the UPS store

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BayCon 2027 / Westercon 79 @baycon.org · 04/07/2026

Get to know some of our esteemed Guests of Honor TODAY on the Main Stage (Salon 6) at 3:45 pm when @charliejane.bsky.social and @annaleen.bsky.social interview each other! Sure to be a fun time!

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BayCon 2027 / Westercon 79 @baycon.org · 04/07/2026

Today’s special events: 3:45: Tarot 101 with Carrie 5:15: Tea Swap

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BayCon 2027 / Westercon 79 @baycon.org · 04/07/2026

or just chill and talk if that’s what you need. We also have places for you to play with some decks yourself or give your own readings. And of course don’t forget the Tarot and Oracle Deck swap table! See if a deck wants to go home with you...

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BayCon 2027 / Westercon 79 @baycon.org · 04/07/2026

Do you have a burning question you’d like insight on? Would you like clarification on a big decision? Need a quiet spiritual respite from the hustle and bustle? Come see us at the Divination Suite! 🔮✨ Located in the Redwood Room behind the bar and left of the hotel front desk. Get a card reading

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Giraffe 🖖🏾 @spottedgiraffe.bsky.social · 04/07/2026

When the convention has themed drinks ~ @baycon.org #startrek

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BayCon 2027 / Westercon 79 @baycon.org · 04/07/2026

We at BayCon would like to give a HUGE shout out and words of thanks and gratitude to the @cosplaycleric.org !! Thank you for all your hard work and assistance with our Hall folks as well as our Glitter and Sparkle Burlesque performers!

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BayCon 2027 / Westercon 79 @baycon.org · 04/07/2026

Scan the QR code if you’d like something put in our newsletter or drop a note in the InfoDesk box! You can also view issues as they’re published online at baycon.org > About > Newsletter. With love, signed your newsletter crew.❤️

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The Answer

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BayCon 2027 / Westercon 79 @baycon.org · 04/07/2026

BayCon’s Newsletter, the Newsletter at the End of the Universe, comes out twice daily! 📰 You’ll see event coverage, Guest of Honor profiles, Masquerade news, programming changes, and fun stuff happening around the con. There are printed newsletters available at InfoDesk and other prominent areas.

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BayCon 2027 / Westercon 79 @baycon.org · 04/07/2026

If you happened to check out our charity auction today, in benefit of spSF,you may have seen some of the amazing items we have for you to bid on! 🎉🎉 Be sure to stop by as each day will have different items! The auctions will be held in SALON E: •Saturday 5:15 - 6:30 •Sunday 3:15 - 5:15

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Giraffe 🖖🏾 @spottedgiraffe.bsky.social · 04/07/2026

It is my third year attending @baycon.org and it’s like coming to a family reunion. Everyone greets you by name and you hug your way through the con 🫶🏾 Support your local cons (especially when they’ve been around for 42 years! 😳)

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BayCon 2027 / Westercon 79 @baycon.org · 03/07/2026

Share your time at BayCon, with our custom template! 📸✨ Post your group photos, or a cool selfie with us and make some amazing memories! Template can be found in our Instagram stories OR in our highlights section 😄

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Giraffe 🖖🏾 @spottedgiraffe.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

Oof I guess I have abandoned my socials a lot while I was working on @strangenewpod.com patreon 😅 Sorry about that! Regular programming is resuming this weekend at @baycon.org !!!

Mostly homeless masquerade July 4 hosted by Lady Phoenix and giraffe

Van Galactic goggle blaster party variety show July 4 hosted by lady Phoenix, and giraffe

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BayCon 2027 / Westercon 79 @baycon.org · 02/07/2026

✨BONUSES✨ Live Kitten Party ribbons & giveaway to see real live kittens at Mini Cat Town !! **Disc: Reception held by an attendee and is not an official BayCon42 event**

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BayCon 2027 / Westercon 79 @baycon.org · 02/07/2026

LIVE KITTEN PARTY!🎉🐱 When: Thursday, July 2nd; 6pm-?? Where: Room 1628, Santa Clara Marriott What: Relaxed pre-convention party w/ streaming kitten cams, convos, snacks, sparkling flavored water, etc. Who: every and anyone around the day before the convention starts, who want to come relax.

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BayCon 2027 / Westercon 79 @baycon.org · 02/07/2026

Slip into your coziest bathrobe and grab your trusty towel! Opening Ceremonies kicks off Friday, July 3 at 1 PM on the Main Stage. Join us as we launch BayCon 42 Westercon 78 “The Answer” with comfort, chaos, and a whole lot of improbable joy. Don’t panic… just be fabulous and fluffy!!

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BayCon 2027 / Westercon 79 @baycon.org · 02/07/2026

Artemis Spaceship Bridge Simulator is now running the most recent update: Cosmos 1.3! 🚀✨🪐 Prepare for new controls, new graphics, and new features by attending one of four Flight School tutorial sessions, no sign-up necessary. •Friday 1:45 pm, 9:30 pm •Saturday 10:00 am, 11:00 pm

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