Terminus - Harry Potter Conference

Intersections

At this time, we can only include new Intersections on our website, as our program book is already printed. Please plan to provide your information to our team no later than July 30; after that, we will be traveling and unable to update your listing. Attendees are welcome to organize new Intersections for inclusion on our website. If you have questions or concerns, please e-mail us at intersections@terminus2008.org.

What better time to meet new Harry Potter enthusiasts than at Terminus? As fans of Harry gather from around the world, why don’t you plan a meet-up – that is, an Intersection – for your favorite group? Are you a ‘shipper, a crafter or a cosplayer? A Slytherin, a Ron fangirl, or a theorist? Organize an Intersection and invite others who share your passion to join you!

The following Intersections have been created by Terminus’s attendees. If you’d like to participate in one, just e-mail the address listed. If you’d like to create one of your own, please click here for instructions and information.

Please note that these Intersections are arranged by attendees, and are not official Terminus events or activities. You should contact the organizer of the Intersection directly if you have questions about the topic, timing, location, or anything else; Terminus does not take part in the planning or execution of these Intersections other than providing this listing and an e-mail address. Terminus does not accept or assume any responsibility or liability for the activities that occur at any Intersection, including any discussion topics.

Sample listing:
Snakes and Lions Intersection
RSVP: Sissy at snakesandlions@terminus2008.org
Date: To be determined
Time: To be determined
Location: Lakeside Green Lounge, Hilton Chicago Hotel Lobby
Want to meet other fans of the snakes and lions mascots? Do you identify with both? Meet up to share your favorite characters, colors, and more!

Tuesday, August 5

Wrock Meet and Greet
RSVP: Stacy AKA Swish at wrock_meetgreet@terminus2008.org
Date: Tuesday, August 5, 2008
Time: 5 - 6 p.m.
Location: Lakeside Green Lounge, Hilton Chicago Hotel Lobby
Arriving early in Chicago? Meet and chat with fellow wizard rock fans and some wizard rockers over coffee. Swish from the band Swish and Flick is organizing this Intersection.

Wednesday, August 6

Teen Wrockers
RSVP: Athena Embers at teenwrockers_intersection@terminus2008.org
Date: Wednesday, August 6, 2008
Time: 10:30 a.m.
Location: The clock near the main entrance off Michigan Avenue, Hilton Chicago Hotel
This intersection is mainly for teenagers around the ages of 15-17, but everyone is welcome. This is a chance to connect before Wrock Chicago and make sure we've all got people to scream with.

Wrockstock at Wrock Chicago
RSVP: Aria at wrockstock_intersection@terminus2008.org
Date: Wednesday, August 6, 2008
Time: 6 p.m.
Location: The hallway outside the International Ballroom, Hilton Chicago Hotel second floor
A reunion of Wrockstockers at Wrock Chicago to keep the wizard magic alive! You must have attended Wrockstock Spooktacular or Wrockstock 2008. However, Wrockstock attendees may bring guests to experience the love! Wear your Wrockstock t-shirts if you have them. If not, just let us know you are there.

Thursday, August 7

No Sleep 'Til Breakfast Intersection
RSVP: Snapes on a Plane (Pattie) at nosleep_intersection@terminus2008.org
Date: Thursday, August 7, 2008
Time: 3:30 a.m. (Early Thursday morning!)
Location: The clock near the main entrance off Michigan Avenue, Hilton Chicago Hotel
I think you can figure it out. We'll hang out and party until breakfast time... THEN go to sleep! Don't come if you have a curfew! Eighteen years of age and older only, please. After we have gathered, we will then decide where to hold the intersection.

Sketching in the Park
RSVP: T. J. Basa at sketchinginthepark@terminus2008.org
Date: Thursday, August 7, 2008
Time: 8 - 10 a.m.
Location: Buckingham Fountain located at Columbus Drive and Congress Parkway in Grant Park
Are you a fan artist? Or do you just enjoy doing quick doodles and life sketches in the outdoors? Do you want to exchange ideas, critiques and encouragement with other people who are artistically inclined? This is the intersection for you! All ages and skill levels welcome. Please bring your own materials.

Harry/Draco Fans Picnic! Intersection
RSVP: NQ or Scarlett at hdpicnic_intersection@terminus2008.org
Date: Thursday, August 7, 2008
Time: 1 - 3 p.m.
Location: Millennium Park, on The Great Lawn/Jay Pritzker Pavilion
Get your H/D squee on! Join other Harry/Draco fans in discussing your favorite ship, meet and greet your favorite writers and fanartists and partake in our fabulous raffle -- custom H/D items and art pieces will abound! We're doing things potluck picnic style, so bring a blanket and your lunch, plus a few goodies to share. No age restrictions, however, mature topics may be discussed. Please RSVP or join http://community.livejournal.com/terminus_hd and answer the attendance poll.

Harry Potter-Themed Dolls
RSVP: Anneke at hpdolls_intersection@terminus2008.org
Date: Thursday, August 7, 2008
Time: 1 p.m.
Location: The clock near the main entrance off Michigan Avenue, Hilton Chicago Hotel
For those people who love dolls, especially Harry Potter-themed dolls, this meet-up is for you! Bring your Tonner dolls, Barbies or Ball Jointed dolls. Show up (even if you don't have a doll) and join in the conversation. After we have gathered, we will relocate to somewhere else and perhaps have lunch.

S.P.E.W. Intersection
RSVP: Athena (a.k.a. Madeleine a.k.a. punkveganwrocker) at spew_intersection@terminus2008.org
Date: Thursday, August 7, 2008
Time: 2:30 p.m.
Location: Kramer's Health Foods, 228 S. Wabash Avenue, Chicago, IL 60604
We're a group of vegans, vegetarians, and anyone else interested in speaking up for those who can't speak for themselves. All are welcome. Please e-mail to express your interest.

Siriusly Snaped, Severely Blackened
RSVP: Jedi and Supes at siriuslysnaped_intersection@terminus2008.org
Date: Thursday, August 7, 2008
Time: 4:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Location: The clock near the main entrance off Michigan Avenue, Hilton Chicago Hotel
Do you think snark and angst are perfectly reasonable qualities in a relationship? Join other Snape/Black fans for a bite between meals and meet some fellow shippers of this sometimes underrepresented, often unorthodox, but always intriguing ‘ship. We hope to have goody-bags, games, fic readings, a raffle and more! Even if you're just curious about Snape/Black, we encourage you to drop by and share the fun, and find out what makes them so appealing. Once we have gathered at the clock, we'll continue from there.

Mature HP Fans
RSVP: Elise at mature_intersection@terminus2008.org
Date: Thursday, August 7, 2008
Time: 6 p.m.
Location: Lakeside Green Lounge, Hilton Chicago Hotel Lobby
A meet-up for 25+ years old Harry Potter fans to meet and connect. Twenty-five years of age and older only, please.

Waking Severus
RSVP: Michele at wakingseverus_intersection@terminus2008.org
Date: Thursday, August 7, 2008
Time: 8:30 p.m.
Location: Kitty O'Sheas Irish Pub, Hilton Chicago Hotel
Waking Severus is a meet up for fans of Severus Snape. In the tradition of an Irish wake, though one with a wizarding twist, we will gather together to share our memories, regale each other with stories and raise a glass to give our favorite potions master a proper send off. To not frighten the Muggles, keening should be kept to a minimum. Twenty-one years of age and older only, please.

Pledge Delta Epsilon Tau! (Death Eaters of Tomorrow)
RSVP: Erynn at det_intersection@terminus2008.org
Date: Thursday, August 7, 2008
Time: 11:45 p.m.
Location: The hallway outside of the Waldorf Room, Hilton Chicago Hotel third floor
Want to show the dark lord your support but can't make a full time commitment? Under pressure from your pureblood family? Not interested in early death but dying to know our secret handshake? Then join Delta Epsilon Tau! We are a co-ed fraternity, who believe the path to world domination should be fun and hassle-free. We'll accept witches and wizards from any house who claim to be of pure blood (except Weasleys). We'll meet before the Chamber of Secrets showing and give each pledge a set of tasks to earn their initiation before the Bon Voyage Ball (location to be disclosed at that time). DET is also seeking those with proven experience in dark arts as honorary members to help guide our neophytes!

Friday, August 8

Conference Newbies Intersection
RSVP: Jen Boxerman at terminusnewbies@terminus2008.org
Date: Friday, August 8, 2008
Time: 8 a.m.
Location: Lakeside Green Lounge, Hilton Chicago Hotel Lobby
Is this your first conference? Want to meet others who are attending for the first time? Join us for coffee and chatter before heading out to morning programming.

Harry Potter Crafters
RSVP: Lady Dragonsinger at hpcrafters@terminus2008.org
Date: Friday, August 8, 2008
Time: 12:30 p.m.
Location: Lakeside Green Lounge, Hilton Chicago Hotel Lobby
Bring your crafts and your camera! Show and tell what you've made in Harry Potter craftiness. All Harry Potter crafters are welcome!

Costumers and Cosplay Intersection
RSVP: Generalmanda at cosplay_intersection@terminus2008.org
Date: Friday, August 8, 2008
Time: 5 - 7 p.m.
Location: 17 West at the Berghoff, 17 W. Adams Street, Chicago, IL 60603
Harry Potter costumers and cosplay enthusiasts — join us as we discuss costume construction, admire each others' work and show off our favorite designs in a fashion show. All are welcome, but please come dressed in your best costume!

Slash Lovers Unite!
RSVP: dramedy at slash_lovers_unite@terminus2008.org
Date: Friday, August 8, 2008
Time: 5:15 p.m.
Location: The clock near the main entrance off Michigan Avenue, Hilton Chicago Hotel
Like gay wizards? Come on down and walk with us to the luscious Grant Park! Once there, we'll chat, raffle and give away goodie bags like no one's business! No matter what your favorite ship is, please RSVP by email or http://community.livejournal.com/slash_terminus/ and please do so soon. Eighteen years of age and older only, please.

Pickle Pack Vultures Intersection
RSVP: Cara at picklepackvultures@terminus2008.org
Date: Friday, August 8, 2008
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Location: A'cappella Bistro, 1301 S. Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60605
Pickle Pack members only, please.

Snarry Intersection
RSVP: dracofiend and Alicia at snarry_intersection@terminus2008.org
Date: Friday, August 8, 2008
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Location: Edwardo's Natural Pizza, Printer's Row, 521 S. Dearborn Street, Chicago, IL 60605
We'll have a grand time talking Snarry, eating pizza, and raffling away prizes! Reservations required; a fixed charge for dinner will apply. Please check http://asylums.insanejournal.com/snarry_terminus/ for details, and check back periodically as the meet-up approaches, in case there are any changes. It is very important for our planning purposes that you indicate your attendance as soon as possible on the appropriate post. Eighteen years of age and older only, please.

Remus/Sirius Intersection
RSVP: Crystal, Kate, and Anna at remussirius_intersection@terminus2008.org
Date: Friday, August 8, 2008
Time: 8:30 p.m.
Location: Eleven City Diner, 1112 S. Wabash Avenue, Chicago, IL 60605
We will meet at the clock near the main entrance off Michigan Avenue, Hilton Chicago Hotel, and then adjourn to Eleven City Diner to discuss everything about the Remus/Sirius ship: its relevance in canon, fanfiction, etc. All ages are welcome!

Saturday, August 9

SqueeChat Morning Coffee
RSVP: Sasha at squeeechatcoffee@terminus2008.org
Date: Saturday, August 9, 2008
Time: 8 a.m.
Location: Lakeside Green Lounge, Hilton Chicago Hotel Lobby
A fun meet-up for all of the SqueeChat participants to Squee about randomness and more over some great coffee before programming starts for the day!

Love of Luna and Neville and All People Different
RSVP: Kat at different_intersection@terminus2008.org
Date: Saturday, August 9, 2008
Time: noon - 1:30 p.m.
Location: The clock near the main entrance off Michigan Avenue, Hilton Chicago Hotel
Do you connect with Luna or Neville? Do people often describe you as eccentric? We welcome you no matter what your eccentricity is. Be prepared for discussions on Luna and Neville and why you feel such a connection with them. Anyone aged 14 to 99 is welcome. Depending on how many people attend, we may wander somewhere else for the intersection.

Portkeying Party
RSVP: Snapes on a Plane (Pattie) at portkeying_intersection@terminus2008.org
Date: Saturday, August 9, 2008
Time: noon
Location: The Quidditch Pitch in Grant Park
We've all heard of the Muggle sporting tradition of "tailgating" parties. Why should the Muggles have all the fun of cheering on their team and rallying other fans together before a big game? The Wizarding World's answer? Portkeying Parties!

Bring your Portkey (aka random household object), a blanket, and any items to display your favorite Quidditch team, and join us for a bang-up good time before the Quidditch matches. We'll figure out a way to have some "dragon wings" and butterbeer. All ages are welcome. The more the merrier. In fact, let's see if we can get some major rivalry Portkeying going on! Just don't forget your Portkey. I mean how else are you getting to the Quidditch matches?

Whomp the House Attendees Intersection
RSVP: Carrie (aka wizrockfangirl) and Julia at whompthehouse@terminus2008.org
Date: Saturday, August 9, 2008
Time: noon
Location: The clock near the main entrance off Michigan Avenue, Hilton Chicago Hotel
An intersection for Whomp the House attendees. Anyone who has attended a Whomp the House show is welcome. We are planning to have lunch as a group.

WZRD Intersection
RSVP: WZRD Team at wzrd_intersection@terminus2008.org
Date: Saturday, August 9, 2008
Time: noon - 2 p.m.
Location: The clock near the main entrance off Michigan Avenue, Hilton Chicago Hotel
Live Wizard Rock Podcast with live music and live chat. Bring sweets! Please meet by 11:50 a.m. After we have gathered, we will walk across the street to Grant Park as a group at noon.

Harry/Hermione Intersection
RSVP: Sabs at hhr_intersection@terminus2008.org
Date: Saturday, August 9, 2008
Time: 12:15 p.m.
Location: The clock near the main entrance off Michigan Avenue, Hilton Chicago Hotel
Pumpkin Pie or Harmony? As long as you enjoy shipping Harry Potter and Hermione Granger together, this meet-up is for you! Join us for lunch and some good interaction with fellow fans. After we have gathered, we'll wander off to grab a bite to eat. Please be prompt so no one is left behind!

Harry/Ron Lovers do Lunch
RSVP: Laura and Joanne at hprw_intersection@terminus2008.org
Date: Saturday, August 9, 2008
Time: 12:15 p.m.
Location: The clock near the main entrance off Michigan Avenue, Hilton Chicago Hotel
Get ready to squee! This is an intersection for people who love Harry/Ron to meet and discuss the ship while having a yummy lunch. After we meet at the clock, we'll head out to a restaurant.

LiveJournal Lumos Members Meet-up
RSVP: Sarah aka serr_potter at ljlumos@terminus2008.org
Date: Saturday, August 9, 2008
Time: 12:15 pm
Location: The clock near the main entrance off Michigan Avenue, Hilton Chicago Hotel
LiveJournal Lumos members only, please. Not a member? Join our group before Terminus at http://lumos-sorting.livejournal.com/. No age restrictions. After we have gathered, we'll decide where to have the intersection and lunch.

Twilight-HPers Meet-Up
RSVP: Courtney and Shae at twilight_intersection@terminus2008.org
Date: Saturday, August 9, 2008
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Location: Lakeside Green Lounge, Hilton Chicago Hotel Lobby
After July 21st, 2007, many Harry Potter fans around the world were convinced that it was the beginning of the end, and that there would never again be a series that would captivate them like Harry Potter did. Then we discovered Stephenie Meyer's Twilight series. With three books currently published, and Breaking Dawn set to be released the Saturday before Terminus, this Intersection is for fans of Twilight to get together and discuss Breaking Dawn while in Chicago! Whether you're Team Werewolf or Team Vampire, you're welcome to join us! This meeting will be on Team Switzerland land – no arguing! Other than that, everyone is welcome.

Tears of the Phoenix Presents "The Little Room"
RSVP: Tamela at littleroom_intersection@terminus2008.org
Date: Saturday, August 9, 2008
Time: 8 p.m. - midnight
Location: Kitty O'Sheas Irish Pub, Hilton Chicago Hotel
The 1920s Literary Renaissance of Chicago was called "The Little Room". We want to recreate that resurgence Harry Potter-style by having a night of creativity with drabbles, flash fiction, drawbles or whatever else your gin-soaked bunny demands. Drop-ins welcome, challenges every half an hour! Twenty-one years of age and older only, please.

Sirius Lvrs United (at) Terminus
RSVP: Courtney and Ashleigh at sirius_intersection@terminus2008.org
Date: Saturday, August 9, 2008
Time: 9 p.m. - midnight
Location: Lakeside Green Lounge, Hilton Chicago Hotel Lobby
This intersection is for any adult fans of the infamous Sirius Black! Eighteen years of age and older only, please.

Sunday, August 10

Acoustic Concert Intersection
RSVP: The Parselmouths, Catchlove, the Moaning Myrtles, and Ministry of Magic at acoustic_intersection@terminus2008.org
Date: Sunday, August 10, 2008
Time: 2 - 4 p.m.
Location: Lower Level Room NW 4, Hilton Chicago Hotel
Free acoustic concert and CD release party! Doors open at 1:30 p.m.; show is 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. This event is open to anyone, free, but space is extremely limited so come early!

Monday, August 11

Slashers (of any and every ship) Pool Party!
RSVP: Laura and Joanne at slashers_pool_party@terminus2008.org
Date: Monday, August 11, 2008
Time: 11 a.m.
Location: The pool, Hilton Chicago Hotel
Remember, it may be a slashers pool party but anyone is welcome! This is an informal meet-up so feel free to come and go as you please.