ShireCon II - September 21, 2019

Important Information:

***** Key News! *****

Seat (Game) Signups Open August 12th, 9pm!

What is ShireCon?

ShireCon is a one-day gaming event in the Berkshire Mountains. Set in the historic and quaint town of Falls Village, Connecticut, this board and roleplaying convention gathers tri-state area gamers together for a one-day event in the beautiful autumn weather of New England! Visiting the quiet and picturesque little town with more cows than people is a great getaway for those coming from the hustle and bustle of larger communities.

What is Happening at ShireCon?

The one-day convention features roleplaying games and board games primarily, although other games are allowed as pickup games at open tables. We're not trying to be a multi-media convention that features video and card games, cosplay and LARP events. These are simply not what this event is about (nor do we have the room for such things). If you're looking for both old school and new RPG gaming, or complex multiplayer board games, this convention is for you!


Who is Attending ShireCon?

You, we hope! But a few notable industry guests plan to visit the convention:

Jeff Talanian

Well known author and creator of Astonishing Swordsmen & Sorcerers of Hyperborea, Jeff Talanian will be traveling down from New Hampshire to set up a vendor booth for his latest hard cover as well as running a game of AS&SH. Don't let his mild demeanor fool you - his Hyperborean games are deadly. Make sure you check out his latest Kickstarter, HYPERBOREA: Other Worldly Tales

Erik Tenkar

Erik 'Tenkar' Steine is a podcaster, blogger and Kickstarter watchdog that lives in the NYC area. His daily podcasts and blogs on old school gaming and opinions on Kickstarter projects are heard and read by thousands of devoted fans. Erik and his wife Rachel will be in attendance at the con, likely running a game of Swords & Wizardry Light in the morning slot and spending time talking with attendees in the afternoon.

Michael Curtis

Michael Curtis was raised by wolves, married to the sea, and writes like a madman. An exile from the halls of Academia and a veteran of the Psychic Wars, he started writing role-playing material to pay his passage to the Offworld Colonies. Unfortunately, he remains Earth-bound. Since becoming a professional game designer and writer, Michael has written several iconic Dungeon Crawl Classic adventures including Frozen in Time, In the Court of Chaos, The Queen of Elfland’s Son, and Imprisoned in the God-Skull. He is also the creator of the Shudder Mountain campaign setting and its premiere adventure, The Chained Coffin. Michael is currently serving as lead writer and line editor for DCC Lankhmar and can be found sharing drinks with Mingols, houris, and alley-bashers at the Silver Eel when not on a deadline. He lives in Suffolk County, NY, with the requisite number of books and cats to maintain his writer status. Michael’s occasional ramblings can be seen online at shiverandshudders.com.

Tim Callahan

Tim Callahan has written numerous published adventures for Dungeon Crawl Classics, Mutant Crawl Classics, and Hyperborea, including "Advent of the Avalanche Lords," "A Fallen Star for All," "The Beasts of Kraggoth Manor," and, most recently, "Cheating Death" for Goodman Games Lankhmar line. He has also co-written "Peril on the Purple Planet" and contributed to the forthcoming DCC Annual.


Events at ShireCon

Detailed Events and Badge Registration are found at: Table Top Events

The doors open at 7:30am for early registration, scheduled games run during three time slots: 9am to 12pm, 1pm to 5pm and 5:30pm to 8:30pm. The raffle will take place at 12:30pm. The doors close the night of the con around 9 or 9:30pm. Vendors will be able to arrive by 7:30am the morning of the con to set up their table.

Events

Event # Event Name Timeslot
1 Trouble in the Moot (Zweihander) 9am-12pm
2 Leget Manor (Crypts & Things) 9am-12pm
3 Kingdom in the Dark: The Legends of Vagari Terram (Desolantia) 9am-12pm
5 In the Shuddering Shadows (DCC) w/ Michael Curtis 9am-12pm
13 ALIENS - Reactor Room (miniature game) 9am-12pm
8 The Cursed Amphora (AS&SH w/ Jeff Talanian) 9am-12pm
6 Brazen Bull (AS&SH) 1pm-5pm
7 Dread Crypt of Skogenby (B/X D&D) 1pm-5pm
9 Awakenings (D&D 5E) 1pm-5pm
11 A Pernicious Problem in Peru (CoC 7E) 1pm-5pm
14 Knight's Errand (Dungeons Deep) 1pm-5pm
15 The Lady and the Captain (AS&SH) 1pm-5pm
16 Demonic Dungeon of the Bone Dreamer (SWL) w/ Erik "Tenkar" Steine 1pm-5pm
17 DCC Lankhmar -- Cheating Death w/ Tim Callahan 1pm-5pm
19 HereAfter (D&D 5E) 1pm-5pm
4 In the Shuddering Shadows (DCC) w/ Michael Curtis 5:30pm-8:30pm
10 B/X Surprise w/ Thom Wilson 5:30pm-8:30pm
11 The Beasts of Kraggoth Manor (AS&SH) 5:30pm-8:30pm
Final events at TTE

ShireCon Vendors

We have more vendors attending this con this year than last!

Chris Korczak

Specializing in old and new RPG material

BRW Games

Adventures Dark and Deep and Castle of Mad Archmage series

The Game Reserve

A game and card shop in Middleborough, Mass

ThrowiGames

Selling fantasy and sci-fi novels and their RPG line.

Surprise Vendor

TBA


ShireCon Location

The convention is located at the Falls Village Children's Theater, 103 Main St. in Falls Village, CT 06031

The venue is located off of a main road (Route 7) that runs through northwestern Connecticut - this road is easily accessible from New York State and Massachusetts via several connecting roads and highways.

Coming from Boston?

Massachusetts Turnpike, Westbound, Exit 2 in Lee

Get on Route 7 Southbound in Stockbridge - this eventually takes you right into Falls Village

Coming from NYC?

Use Route 22 North into Amenia, NY

Take Route 343 into Connecticut (Sharon)

Take Route 41 North into Lakeville

Take Route 112 East into Falls Village (connects to Route 7)

Coming from NYC by Metro North?

Get off the Last Stop on the Harlem Valley Line at Wassaic (Amenia, NY)

Arrange for your own transportation from train station to venue!

Coming from eastern Connecticut?

Use Route 4 West to Torrington, CT

Stay on Route 4 West to Goshen, CT

Take a right onto Route 63 North at the traffic circle

Take a left onto Route 126 - this takes you into Falls Village

Coming from the west?

Route 44 is a good route into Connecticut from the west


Venue Details

The venue is handicapped accessible and has ample parking for 40-45 vehicles on the street and behind the building (signage will indicate where ramp and vendor access can be found). The facility has for two bathrooms, one each for men and women and each stalled for two occupants at a time. Snack food will be available on site, and a boxed lunch service will be provided for those that prepay and order a week before (information to come). Additionally, two restaurants are within walking distance of the event.


Places to Eat Nearby

Two restaurants are within walking distance, and several are within 5-15 minute drives. See the list below for more details.

Falls Village Inn

33 Railroad Street, Falls Village, CT 06031; (860) 824-0033

[walking distance] Lunch and Dinner - visit Falls Village Inn

Toymaker's Cafe

85 Main St., Falls Village, Connecticut 06031; (860) 824-8168

[walking distance] Breakfast and Lunch

ONLY TAKES CASH

Mountinaside Cafe

251 Route 7 South, Falls Village, CT 06031; (860) 824-7876

[5 minute drive] Breakfast and Lunch - visit Mountainside Cafe

Mountainside will handle our boxed lunch offering - note that this is only an "in advance" offering

Mizza's Pizza

6 Ethan Allen Street, Lakeville, CT 06039; (860) 435-6266 or (860) 435-6466

[delivery available] Lunch and Dinner

Great Wall Kitchen - Chinese Food

97 Church St, Canaan, CT 06018; (860) 824-7399

[no delivery, 10 minute drive] Lunch and Dinner

Subway

101 Church St #4, Canaan, CT 06018; (860) 824-7404

[no delivery, 10 minute drive] Lunch and Dinner

McDonalds

18 E Main St, North Canaan, CT 06018; (860) 824-5281

[no delivery, 10 minute drive] Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Dunkin Donuts

3 E Main St, North Canaan, CT 06018; (860) 824-7576

[no delivery, 10 minute drive] Breakfast and Coffee


Where Can I Stay if I want to Stay Overnight?

There are several hotels and Bed & Breakfasts within 10-15 minutes of the venue. The list below represents only a few choices - others may be found with an online search.

Falls Village Inn

33 Railroad Street, Falls Village, CT 06031; (860) 824-0033

Walking Distance to the Venue, Limited Rooms - visit Falls Village Inn

Interlaken Inn

74 Interlaken Road, Lakeville, CT 06039; (800) 222-2909

10 Minute Drive to the Venue, - visit Interlaken Inn

Inn at Iron Masters

229 Main St, Lakeville, CT 06039; (860) 435-9844

15 Minute Drive to the Venue, - visit Inn at Iron Masters

Locust Tree Bed & Breakfast

131 E. Canaan Road (Route 44), North Canaan, CT 06039; (860) 824-8035

10 Minute Drive to the Venue, - visit Locust Tree Bed & Breakfast