ISFiC

ISFiC, or "Illinois Science Fiction in Chicago" is a non-profit organization best known for running the Windycon science fiction convention.

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ISFiC was formed in 1973 as a coalition of the various science fiction clubs in Chicago, Illinois. In addition to being the parent organization for an annual convention, it would also serve as a clearing house for fan activities in Illinois. The founders of the organization included Larry Propp, Mark and Lynne Aronson, Ann Cass, Jon and Joni Stopa and Mike and Carol Resnick.

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Each summer, ISFiC holds a small picnic, named Picnicon after the generally accepted science fiction naming conventions.

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Windycon: Windycon is a science fiction convention held in the Chicago area on the weekend closest to Veteran's Day....

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