A 45-minute, low-impact workout in the pool led by a certified water fitness instructor. Learn how to use water resistance to tone and strengthen and do cardio in a supportive way. You do NOT need to know how to swim. All levels of ability are welcome. Ages 12+ Participants: Christina Neitz
Saturday July 4, 2026 9:30am - 10:30am CDT Hyatt 6, Pool
Zines are important staples in the world of art, made to convey information, writing, art, or anything your mind desires. Come learn the many ways to make and fold your own zine or bring your own to work on! Participants: Echo Olsen
Birding with Nerds is back for its second year! Take a walk outside the convention, bring your binoculars, and join us for a walk down Loring Greenway to Loring Park. We'll point out cool birds in our immediate environment and share birding tips. Participants: Tanya Brody, CJ Mantel, Duck Washington
Have you ever watched PowerPoint Karaoke at CONvergence and said to yourself, "I want to try that!"? Now is your chance! Come to our open mic for a chance to get up and test your mettle against some of our classic slides! Participants: Windy Bowlsby, Angela Fox, Melissa Sue Kaercher, Andrea Ropella
Welcome to the 145th Assassins' Guild Boffing Tournament! Compete against your fellow congoers by hitting each other with foam-padded weapons! Participants: Assassins' Guild Martial Arts Association
This elimination-style competition on a two-player glass tabletop arcade machine features games ranging from the classic to the bizarre. Space is limited. (1:30pm signup, 2:00pm start)
Learn a variety of different origami patterns of varying skill levels. Try them all and leave with your own paper creations! All ages but younger kids may need some extra help. Participants: Susie Kline
Oye, beltalowda unte beltawala! Lang Belta is the creole language of the Belt in The Expanse universe, created by linguist Nick Farmer for the show. Be sure to come to class for study resources and an in-person lesson. Kom! Du wang wit milowda! Participants: Melanya
Come join us to craft your own glowing lotus blossom lamp. Using pipe cleaners and soft string lights, you'll bring a beautiful light-up flower to life. Come relax, get creative, and leave with something uniquely yours! Beginner-friendly activity. Participants: Andrea Doughty, Caprice Stark
Want some new chrome for your body but don't have the cash for a ripperdoc? Don't worry, come to Sandbox! We will build and customize cardboard cyber arms to look like the coolest tech! Plus no pesky cyberpsychosis! All ages (under 8 with help) Participants: Arthur Ray Armstrong
Wanna use an audio with curse words? Wanna get a little dirtier in the choreo? Just prefer a room full of adults to perform in front of instead? Then come to the Cosplay Lipsync Battle 18+ Edition! Sign up at https://forms.gle/XAin5k9eEUSepLfE8 **mature content** Participants: Jera Of All Trades
Come watch an exciting performance by Nur-D, one of the fastest rising stars in Minnesota's music scene! He'll perform hits from his nine full-length projects, an electric mix of hip-hop and soul with a liberal dose of nerdy pop culture. Participants: DJ Hayes, Nur-D
Stop reading if under 18 because innuendo's coming...waiting...OK? Good. Grab your joystick and double-click on this panel! Well worth the character usage. Smash or Pass, you know it. This time with video games! Yeah! **mature content** Participants: Cory Enriquez, Christina Gregerson, Janelle Kloth
