Sunday, May 21st Programming
SUNDAY PROGRAMMING GRID
SUNDAY PROGRAMMING DESCRIPTIONS BY TIME
The Program Descriptions by Time follow this format:
Day, Time
Program Title
Moderators/Panelists
Location
Description
PROGRAMMING DESCRIPTIONS:
Sunday, May 21, 9 AM
Herbology 101
Susen James
Belknap
Herbology 101 will be an Introduction to Herbology as taught at Hogwarts.
Sunday, May 21, 9 AM
Wizard Rock: Then and Now
Geoff Hutton (they/them), Hawthorn & Holly, Eustacy “Stace” Santiago (they/them)
Granite
Wizard rock has been a part of the Harry Potter fandom for almost as long as the fandom has existed. Like the fandom, it has evolved over time and the people in it have had many experiences along the way. Come join some of our wizard rock stars as they talk about their own journeys as fans and musicians.
Sunday, May 21, 10 AM
The Presence of the Past in the Harry Potter Novels
David the Hufflepuff (he/his/him)
Gilford
The Harry Potter novels take place in a history-saturated world. We are surrounded by evidence of the past – ghosts, portraits (especially those in Dumbledore’s office), Hogwarts castle itself. Some mysteries are solved only by discovering what happened fourteen, fifty, or a thousand years ago. Characters are explained by revealing their past. This presentation examines how the past is always present in the Harry Potter novels.
Sunday, May 21, 10 AM
Marietta Edgecombe in Umbridge's Mirror
Lorrie Kim (she/her)
Granite
Spots that never come off: Was Hermione too harsh on Marietta Edgecombe? How do Marietta’s pimples compare to Dark Marks or Harry’s scars? Marietta glimpsed her reflection in Umbridge’s mirror and stopped talking. Why? What might have happened if Marietta had told everything? Discuss this controversial topic in a way that makes room to hear and respect one another's responses.
Sunday, May 21, 10 AM
Occlumency Lesson (Guided Meditation)
Nadia Mulvihill (she/her)
Belknap
Unlike Snape’s occlumency lessons, this is a supportive space to clear your mind as a means of protecting it. Take a break from the stresses of Muggle life to join us in a guided meditation. This will be a read aloud of narratives in various settings in the wizarding world. Disclaimer: I am not a therapist in any way, just a writer and teacher who values mental health.
Sunday, May 21, 11 AM
To Absent Friends: A Celebration of Life
Ashe Jaei, J.D. (they/them)
Belknap if indoors, outside by campfire if outdoors
We have suffered immeasurable losses in this community between the last MISTI-Con and this one. The enormity of grief is not a weight you need to bear alone; gather with us as we celebrate the lives, love, and legacies of the incredible people who left us too soon.
Sunday, May 21, 11 AM
Pitching Hollywood: How to Write Up Your Television Series Proposal
Blue J
Gilford
Have you ever wanted to pitch your own original television series? Or do you just want a better idea of how Hollywood works? Learn what documents you need, and how to write them properly so that you look like a pro. We will also cover how Hollywood typically goes about selecting new television ideas.
Sunday, May 21, 11 AM
Magical Zines
Bess (she/her)
Gunstock
Learn the easiest way to share your fandom thoughts and get crafty - zine making! Materials provided. Whether you're a zine veteran or never heard the word before, this workshop is about creation and sharing fandom joy.
Sunday, May 21, 12 noon
Family Feud
Septimus Blackwood (they/them)
Blackstone
It's time for Family Feud! Up to 6 teams of 5 individuals will be able to sign up ahead of time to compete in this classic head to head game where contestants must attempt to guess the top answers in a given category.
Sunday, May 21, 1 PM
Buy Nothing Merch Exchange
Nadia Mulvihill (she/her)
Gunstock
Do you have Harry Potter merch that you no longer want? Are you looking to get some merch without contributing to royalty checks? Join us for a totally free exchange inspired by the Buy Nothing movement, meaning that money will not be involved and no bartering is necessary. You can take home items without donating any and you can donate items without taking any. Items must be in good condition.
Sunday, May 21, 1 PM
Fantastic Poems and Where to Find Them
Samuel Ruff (he/him)
Granite
Do you have an ode to an augery? A haiku for a horklump? Join Newt Scammander to share your poems about your favorite fantastic beasts (and maybe meet a few). No prior experience with writing poetry is needed!
Sunday, May 21, 1 PM
Fail-Safe Ways to Charm Wizards (also possibly Witches and Non-Binary Magical Folk)
Sylvan Groth (she/her)
Blackstone
Inspired by David M. Martin’s Twelve Fail-Safe Ways to Charm Witches, we will examine the texts to find examples of how the female characters attempt to ensnare the hapless males of Hogwarts. Does the Quibbler give dating advice to rival muggle teen magazines? Who has the best recipe for love beyond the cauldron? What would a worthwhile piece of adolescent romance guidance for the modern witch look like and who likely writes it?
Sunday, May 21, 2 PM
Who Will Be “The Next Harry Potter”?
Cecilia Tan (all pronouns fine)
Blackstone
It's time for us, the citizens of MISTI-Con, to choose who will be the Next Harry Potter? Each candidate, or their spokesperson, will give a brief speech outlining why they should be crowned Next Harry Potter. Whom would you rather have as our next role model, our next hero with questionable judgement, our next martyr with Daddy issues? Wednesday Addams or Greta Thunberg? Orion Lake or Quentin Coldwater? Waymond Wang or Peter Parker? (Cosplay encouraged.)
Sunday, May 21, 2 PM
Look at Pretty Pictures!
Alan Tobias (He/Him)
Granite
The Jim Kay illustrated editions of the Harry Potter books are GORGEOUS. At least, according to the Amazon reviews. Have you ever actually cracked one open? No? Yeah, me neither, despite the fact that I've had them on display in my living room for *years,* their vibrant covers silently taunting me. Figured this would be the perfect opportunity to flip through them, pass them around, and ooh and ahh over the art.
Sunday, May 21, 3 PM
Hem Hem…I take Umbridge with Canceling Queer Fans: JK Rowling & The Half-Blood Fan
Brent Satterly (he/him/his)
Blackstone
Many Queer folks have left the fandom in solidarity with Trans people. The Pureblood message for those remaining Queer fans is clear: Snap your wands or be canceled. Those who remain, “Half-Blood fans,” are left as sundered as a horcrux. This fractured fandom leaves Half-Blood fans in tenuous positions in Queer circles. This paper explores paradoxical and conflicting imperatives, narratives of Queer Half-Bloods, those who have left, and moving forward with integrity and justice.
Sunday, May 21, 4 PM
LGBTQ+ shipping meetup (slash/femmeslash)
Kristin Cavuto (all pronouns)
Gunstock
A meetup for all of us who ship queer relationships! Whether your OTP is a fandom classic or a rarepair, if their love is so gay, this is the place for you!
Sunday, May 21, 4 PM
Every Poet is a Witch - How to Write a Spell, Pt 2
Susen James
Blackstone
This will be a two-part workshop. Part One - We will meet to discuss the definition & components of a spell & how to write one. Contemporary examples of Poetry Spells will be shared & we will write a group spell & give instructions for personal spells. Part Two - We will share the spells we've written & group critique. Every Poet is a Witch - How to Write a Spell, Pt 1 Saturday, May 20, 2 PM
Sunday, May 21, 5 PM
The Owlery Game (conclusion)
Kevin (he/him)
Gunstock
Conclusion to The Owlery Game that started Saturday morning.
Sunday, May 21, 5 PM
Five Scenes We Didn’t See
David the Hufflepuff (he/his/him)
Blackstone
The Harry Potter novels are told mostly from Harry’s point of view – what he sees and hears. But we know about some events that we do not see. We'll imagine and invent those scenes together:
Dumbledore rescuing Umbridge from the Centaurs.
Hermione receiving her Hogwarts letter.
Scabbers the rat coming to the Weasleys.
Nicholas and Perenelle Flamel putting their affairs in order.
Snape returning to Voldemort after his rebirth.
Sunday, May 21, 11 PM
Disney Sing-Along!
Jillian Staniec (she)
Blackstone
Do you enjoy singing Disney songs by yourself in the shower every morning? How about singing in public with other people who also enjoy singing Disney songs. We can do some classics, some new songs, and a few in between! Enthusiasm required; singing talent optional.