Several friends have written to tell me about other comic book conventions that have been held over the Thanksgiving Weekend…and I can't believe I forgot about the many years when I was a Special-Type Guest at Mid-Ohio Con in Columbus, Ohio…a very fine, well-attended gathering that usually gathered on the Friday, Saturday and Sunday after Turkey Day.
And yes, I understand that this Thanksgiving Weekend may be special to some because everyone was masking 'n' isolating on the last Thanksgiving Weekend. And yes, I don't have kids or much family at all so it may mean less to me than it does to some other folks. I still don't think the choice of dates is that huge an affront to humanity.
A couple of those criticizing the choice of dates have said things like, "Do they really think they're going to get A-List movie stars and celebrities to attend on that weekend?" I read that and I couldn't help but think, "Wow…if it will, that's a terrific reason to hold it that weekend."
Another sign of Las Vegas opening up: Penn & Teller will resume doing live shows at the Rio on April 22. They're eliminating all the bits where they bring audience members up on stage…and the article doesn't address it but I assume they won't be hanging out in the lobby after the show for autographs and photos.
I still have no desire to go to Vegas. Or to travel at all.