BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 X-WR-CALNAME: PRODID:-//Upcoming.org/Upcoming ICS//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20080807T140000 DURATION:PT0S TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:Introduction to Blogging DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/792666/ ] Explode Your Growth with a Blog Andy Wibbels\, author of Blogwild: A Guild for Small Business Blogging \, in a phone interview recently said that\, "Blogging could be your first step into building your business." Blogging is an effective way to market your business and also to build quality following of loyal fans. Attend our blog training and make the most of blogging. Regular Cost: $149.00 1st 5 participants $99.00 Limited to 20 Participants Learn more about Blogging Course URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/792666/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/792666/ DTSTAMP:20080613T095939 LAST-UPDATED:20080613T095939 CATEGORIES: ORGANIZER;CN=:X-ADDR:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/96818/ LOCATION;VENUE-UID="http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/61488/":Ceili's Irish Pub & Restaurant @ 670 Smithe Street\, Vancouver\, British Columbia V6K 1N6 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VVENUE X-VVENUE-INFO:http://evdb.com/docs/ical-venue/draft-norris-ical-venue.html NAME:Ceili's Irish Pub & Restaurant ADDRESS:670 Smithe Street CITY:Vancouver REGION;X-ABBREV=:British Columbia COUNTRY;X-ABBREV=:Canada POSTALCODE:V6K 1N6 URL;X-LABEL=Venue Info:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/61488/ END:VVENUE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20080816T090000 DTEND:20080816163000 RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20080818T000000 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:Blog Indiana 2008 DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/462386/ ] Blog Indiana 2008 is a 2-day conference for both experienced and new bloggers alike. Topical sessions will be lead by successful local bloggers such as Chris Baggott\, Douglas Karr\, Bil Browning\, Jim Shella\, Jerame Davis\, Tom Britt\, and many more. Sessions will include topics such as blogging for beginners\, using blogs in your business\, monetizing your blog\, political blogging and more advanced topics. There will also be panel discussions and group discussions topics voted on by attendees during the months leading up to the conference. Event submitted by Eventful.com on behalf of noahwesley . URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/462386/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/462386/ DTSTAMP:20080324T094016 LAST-UPDATED:20080324T094016 CATEGORIES: ORGANIZER;CN=:X-ADDR:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/15168/ LOCATION;VENUE-UID="http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/125278/":IUPUI Campus Center @ 420 University Boulevard\, Indianapolis\, Indiana 46202 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VVENUE X-VVENUE-INFO:http://evdb.com/docs/ical-venue/draft-norris-ical-venue.html NAME:IUPUI Campus Center ADDRESS:420 University Boulevard CITY:Indianapolis REGION;X-ABBREV=:Indiana COUNTRY;X-ABBREV=:United States POSTALCODE:46202 URL;X-LABEL=Venue Info:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/125278/ END:VVENUE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20080829 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20080902 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:Con-X-treme DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/127578/ ] Promoting the creation of animation and all things Media. WHAT IS CON-X-TREME? -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- CON-X-TREME is volunteer-run event held this year over the extended Labor Day weekend at the San Mateo Marriott Hotel. The primary area of emphasis is focused on the creation of art and other media\, traditional and non-traditional\, without the limitation of holding true to a certain theme or topic. While some may view this as simply it is another anime or science fiction convention event\, the real opportunities this event brings forward is an opportunity for fans of all mediums to meet and network with both other fans and professionals alike. Whether it be physical art\, virtual art\, film & television\, video games or music\, CON-X-TREME attempts to have compelling\, knowledgeable\, and well-spoken Guests of Honor who are willing to spend time sharing their experiences within their respective industries\, mentoring our attendees through discussion panels\, classroom instruction\, and other programming events. Throughout each day of the weekend event\, CON-X-TREME presents curriculum through a series of classroom programming where event members may participate in the discussion or hands-on study of particular subjects. CON-X-TREME is not all classrooms\, lectures\, and study however\, as we temper much of the proceeding with many other programming alternatives including\, but not limited to\, the following: v A 24-hour anime programming room featuring professional and fan-created animation videos and programs\; v A room dedicated to premiering the latest in console and computer video games and technology\; v Dedicated space for costume gatherings and workshops which will culminate in a full costume contest event\; v Event space which promotes and displays artwork from many of the Bay Area’s most vibrant and popular artists\; All in all\, CON-X-TREME aspires to provide opportunities for the truly creative side of fans and professionals to mix freely within an environment which inspires creativity and spontaneity. Come Join US Aug 29 - Sept 1 at the San Mateo Marriott. www.con-x-treme.org Guests: ex’pression College for Digital Arts Smith Micro (Sponsor.Software) Hash (Animators\, Software) Bob May (Robot from Lost in Space) C. Andrew Nelson (Darth Vader\, Visual Effects) (Animator\, 3d Modeling) Joey Jordan (Artist) Jeffrey O. Alcairo (Angry Guy Art Studio) Stephanie Bryant (Video Blogging\, Technical Writer) Techgal-Industrial (Manga Artist) Wacom (Drawing Tables) Registration is $50.00 for the weekend. Children 13 and under are free and must be accompanied by parent. Animation workshops sponsored by: ex’pression College for Digital Arts Angry Guy Studios C. Andrew Nelson Hash Smith Micro Waccom Animation and media workshops in: - Final Cut Studio - Hash Animation - Manga Techgal-Industrial - Adobe CS3 Angry Guy - Flash - Special Effects - 3D modeling - Abode Elements - Poser Video Contest Cosplay Bofing Art Show/Art Contest "Veronica's Place" Amine veiwing provide by Bay Area Animation Society Sunday Night Buffet URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/127578/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/127578/ DTSTAMP:20061116T170446 LAST-UPDATED:20061116T170446 CATEGORIES: ORGANIZER;CN=:X-ADDR:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/81694/ LOCATION;VENUE-UID="http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/104973/":San Mateo Marriott San Francisco Airport Hotel @ 1770 South Amphlett Blvd.\, San Mateo\, California END:VEVENT BEGIN:VVENUE X-VVENUE-INFO:http://evdb.com/docs/ical-venue/draft-norris-ical-venue.html NAME:San Mateo Marriott San Francisco Airport Hotel ADDRESS:1770 South Amphlett Blvd. CITY:San Mateo REGION;X-ABBREV=:California COUNTRY;X-ABBREV=:United States POSTALCODE: URL;X-LABEL=Venue Info:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/104973/ END:VVENUE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20080911T190000 DTEND:20080911170000 RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20080914T000000 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:IZEAFest 2008 DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/472231/ ] IZEAFest is a social media and blog conference. Our goal for this event is to: Help our advertisers be more effective in their campaigns\; Help our bloggers become better at their craft\; Help our company gain insight and feedback in order to serve our customers\; Bring the community of Advertisers\, Posties and our team together. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/472231/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/472231/ DTSTAMP:20080411T082707 LAST-UPDATED:20080411T082707 CATEGORIES: ORGANIZER;CN=:X-ADDR:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/234352/ LOCATION;VENUE-UID="http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/105652/":The Boheme - Grand Bohemian Hotel - Orlando @ 325 S Orange Ave\, Orlando\, Florida 32801 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VVENUE X-VVENUE-INFO:http://evdb.com/docs/ical-venue/draft-norris-ical-venue.html NAME:The Boheme - Grand Bohemian Hotel - Orlando ADDRESS:325 S Orange Ave CITY:Orlando REGION;X-ABBREV=:Florida COUNTRY;X-ABBREV=:United States POSTALCODE:32801 URL;X-LABEL=Venue Info:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/105652/ END:VVENUE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20080920 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20080922 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:2008 Blog World & New Media Expo DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/426069/ ] The 2008 BlogWorld & New Media Expo will take place September 20-21 at the Las Vegas Convention Center\, with the exclusive "Executive & Entrepreneur" conference beginning November 19th. The first and only industry-wide tradeshow\, conference\, and media event dedicated to promoting the dynamic industry of blogging and new media. In addition to the only industry-wide exhibition\, BlogWorld features the largest blogging conference in the world including more than 50 seminars\, panel discussions and keynotes from iconic personalities on the leading-edge of online technology and internet-savvy business. If you are currently blogging\, vlogging\, podcasting\, producing other forms of new media content\, entering the new media industry\, or just want to know what the blogosphere is all about\, then you need to be at the most comprehensive blogging convention--BlogWorld & New Media Expo. Las Vegas Convention Center is located at: 3150 Paradise Road\, Las Vegas\, NV 89109 URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/426069/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/426069/ DTSTAMP:20080206T133931 LAST-UPDATED:20080206T133931 CATEGORIES: ORGANIZER;CN=:X-ADDR:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/202933/ LOCATION;VENUE-UID="http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/101110/":Las Vegas Convention Center @ 3150 Paradise Road\, Las Vegas\, Nevada 89109 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VVENUE X-VVENUE-INFO:http://evdb.com/docs/ical-venue/draft-norris-ical-venue.html NAME:Las Vegas Convention Center ADDRESS:3150 Paradise Road CITY:Las Vegas REGION;X-ABBREV=:Nevada COUNTRY;X-ABBREV=:United States POSTALCODE:89109 URL;X-LABEL=Venue Info:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/101110/ END:VVENUE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20080927 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20080928 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:WordCamp Portland DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/761020/ ] WordCamp Portland is a gathering of folks who are passionate about WordPress. Exact details are being determined. Watch this space for more information. This event listing is to gauge interest... please RSVP if you're planning on attending\, but keep an eye on the WordCamp Portland website for official registration information. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/761020/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/761020/ DTSTAMP:20080604T223808 LAST-UPDATED:20080604T223808 CATEGORIES: ORGANIZER;CN=:X-ADDR:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/240591/ LOCATION;VENUE-UID="http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/52522/":CubeSpace @ 622 SE Grand Ave\, Portland\, Oregon 97214 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VVENUE X-VVENUE-INFO:http://evdb.com/docs/ical-venue/draft-norris-ical-venue.html NAME:CubeSpace ADDRESS:622 SE Grand Ave CITY:Portland REGION;X-ABBREV=:Oregon COUNTRY;X-ABBREV=:United States POSTALCODE:97214 URL;X-LABEL=Venue Info:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/52522/ END:VVENUE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20081004T083000 DTEND:20081004150000 RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20081006T000000 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:WordCamp Toronto 2008 DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/859277/ ] Learn how to increase your search engine ranking\, create and find content that makes them come back for more. Get inside tips from WordPress masters from across North America and at the same time\, meet really cool people and have a great time. WordCamp Toronto 2008 promises to be an exciting and informative weekend. Learn without being "preached at" and go home with the tools you need to instantly improve your blog. Please note: This is a two-day event\, but not overnight. The exact location is the Student Centre at Centennial College (Progress Campus) in Toronto\, Canada. The cost of this event is $25\, which must be paid in advance\, at http://wordcamptoronto.eventbrite.com/ . URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/859277/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/859277/ DTSTAMP:20080630T201646 LAST-UPDATED:20080630T201646 CATEGORIES: ORGANIZER;CN=:X-ADDR:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/261324/ LOCATION;VENUE-UID="http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/85580/":Centennial College\, Progress Campus\, Toronto @ 941 Progress Ave\, Toronto\, Ontario END:VEVENT BEGIN:VVENUE X-VVENUE-INFO:http://evdb.com/docs/ical-venue/draft-norris-ical-venue.html NAME:Centennial College\, Progress Campus\, Toronto ADDRESS:941 Progress Ave CITY:Toronto REGION;X-ABBREV=:Ontario COUNTRY;X-ABBREV=:Canada POSTALCODE: URL;X-LABEL=Venue Info:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/85580/ END:VVENUE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20081024 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20081026 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:Podcamp + Wordcamp Hawaii DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/862922/ ] We are having a combined Podcamp and Wordcamp 2-day event\, the first ever in Hawaii! Lots more details to come soon\, so for now\, *please save the date!* Please get on the email list and follow our progress at podcamphawaii.com Please follow us on Twitter for updates. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/862922/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/862922/ DTSTAMP:20080704T015506 LAST-UPDATED:20080704T015506 CATEGORIES: ORGANIZER;CN=:X-ADDR:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/91890/ LOCATION;VENUE-UID="http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/13107/":Hawaii Convention Center @ 1801 Kalakaua Ave\, Honolulu\, Hawaii 96815 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VVENUE X-VVENUE-INFO:http://evdb.com/docs/ical-venue/draft-norris-ical-venue.html NAME:Hawaii Convention Center ADDRESS:1801 Kalakaua Ave CITY:Honolulu REGION;X-ABBREV=:Hawaii COUNTRY;X-ABBREV=:United States POSTALCODE:96815 URL;X-LABEL=Venue Info:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/13107/ END:VVENUE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20081117 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20081118 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:New Media: Advocacy through Blogging DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/729488/ ] The one-day conference will present the results of the "New Media: Advocacy through Blogging" pilot-program of the Soros Foundation Romania. The first part of the conference will be dedicated to presentations made by the five teams of NGOs & new media experts involved in the project. During the second part of the day\, an expert in social media\, Beth Kanter (Boston\, USA)\, trainer and author of the blog "How Non-profits Can Use Social Media" \, will hold a workshop on the effective use of blogs and other social media tools for obtaining social change. Details about the program here: http://www.soros.ro/en/program_articol.php?articol=93 Details about the event are to be posted on the project's website no later than a month before the event. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/729488/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/729488/ DTSTAMP:20080527T021624 LAST-UPDATED:20080527T021624 CATEGORIES: ORGANIZER;CN=:X-ADDR:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/233928/ LOCATION;VENUE-UID="http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/146770/":Soros Foundation Romania @ 33\, Caderea Bastiliei str.\, Bucharest\, Bucharest END:VEVENT BEGIN:VVENUE X-VVENUE-INFO:http://evdb.com/docs/ical-venue/draft-norris-ical-venue.html NAME:Soros Foundation Romania ADDRESS:33\, Caderea Bastiliei str. CITY:Bucharest REGION;X-ABBREV=:Bucharest COUNTRY;X-ABBREV=:Romania POSTALCODE: URL;X-LABEL=Venue Info:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/146770/ END:VVENUE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20081206 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20081208 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:WordCamp Australia 2008 DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/839514/ ] A conference for bloggers about blogging\, with a focus on the WordPress personal publishing platform and associated tools. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/839514/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/839514/ DTSTAMP:20080626T051512 LAST-UPDATED:20080626T051512 CATEGORIES: ORGANIZER;CN=:X-ADDR:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/181332/ LOCATION;VENUE-UID="http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/157081/":To be revealed @ 1 Super Secret Street\, Sydney\, New South Wales 2000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VVENUE X-VVENUE-INFO:http://evdb.com/docs/ical-venue/draft-norris-ical-venue.html NAME:To be revealed ADDRESS:1 Super Secret Street CITY:Sydney REGION;X-ABBREV=:New South Wales COUNTRY;X-ABBREV=:Australia POSTALCODE:2000 URL;X-LABEL=Venue Info:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/157081/ END:VVENUE END:VCALENDAR