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	Several groups of gamers in the Greater Seattle/Puget Sound area are collaborating to organize an annual all-day event. The event is entirely '''free'''; there is no fee to come in, to play, or for any other activity. The event does not bring any revenue to any organizer or sponsor. See our '''[http://www.emeraldcitygamefest.org/ new official Website]''' for details!		Several groups of gamers in the Greater Seattle/Puget Sound area are collaborating to organize an annual all-day event. The event is entirely '''free'''; there is no fee to come in, to play, or for any other activity. The event does not bring any revenue to any organizer or sponsor. See our '''[http://www.emeraldcitygamefest.org/ new official Website]''' for details!

	'''''[http://www.nationalgamesweek.net/ National Games Week 2007]''', organized by [http://www.gamesquarterly.net/ Games Quarterly Magazine], takes place on November 18-24 (Thanksgiving week). Emerald City Gamefest 2007 will be held 0n November 17, 2007 at Third Place Commons in Lake Forest Park, Washington. from 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm. For some feedback about last year's (2006) Gamefest, scroll to the bottom of the page.''


	~~=Who, When, Where, How...=~~
	We have role-playing games, board games, miniatures games, card games, etc. This event is specifically intended for "live" games rather than computer games, although it is alright if you wish to bring your computer and play pick-up LAN games.

	~~=='''WHO''' = Local Participating Community Gamers==~~
	~~===Gamer Associations===~~

	* [http://roleplayers.meetup.com/71/ Puget Sound Roleplayers Meetup Group]
	* [http://dnd.meetup.com/192/ Seattle Dungeons & Dragons Meetup Group]
	* [[Seattle Gamers Assemble!]] (SGA)
	* [http://games.groups.yahoo.com/group/thirdplacespielers/ Third Place Gamers]
	* [http://www.dragonflight.org/msg/ Metro Seattle Gamers]

	~~===Sponsors===~~
	* [http://www.gamesquarterly.net/ Games Quarterly Magazine], organizers of National Games Week
	* [http://thirdplacecommons.org/ Third Place Commons], where the event will be held
	* [http://www.morriganrpg.com/ Morrigan Press], publishers of the Omni System, the new ''Terran Trade Authority RPG'' and the upcoming ''Talislanta 20th Anniversary Edition''
	* [http://www.exilegames.com/ Exile Game Studio], publishers of ''Hollow Earth Expedition'' and the Ubiquity Roleplaying System
	* [http://www.technomancer-press.com/ Technomancer Press], publishers of low-cost high-adventure RPGs
	* [http://www.lostinseattle.com/LIS/comics/thedreaming.html The Dreaming], friendly local gaming store in the University District
	* [http://www.tritacgames.com/ Tri Tac Games], publishers such RPGs as ''Bureau 13, Fringeworthy'' and ''FTL: 2448'', as well as tabletop games like the ''Monster Squash'' line
	* [http://www.thegamematrix.com/ The Game Matrix], friendly local gaming store in Tacoma
	* [http://www.dreamstrands.com/ Dreamstrands Comics], friendly local gaming store in Greenwood
	* Raccoon Creek Games, publishers of the upcoming ''Crossroads RPG''
	* [http://www.avatar-gaming.com/ Avatar Gaming & Gifts], friendly local gaming store in Everett
	* [http://www.fantasticgamesandtoys.com/ Fantastic Games], the frendly local gaming store in Edmonds
	* [http://www.dragonflight.org/ Dragonflight], promoting the gaming community in the Greater Seattle Area
	* [http://www.avalonconventions.com/conquestnw/ ConQuest NW], the newest gaming convention in Seattle
	~~<br>~~

	~~=='''WHEN'''==~~

	~~<!-- [[Image:ECG Color11x17 poster 2 5.jpg\|thumb\|]] -->~~

	~~Saturday November 17th, 2007 (Saturday before Thanksgiving) from 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm.~~
	~~<br>~~

	~~=='''WHERE'''==~~

	~~'''Emerald City Gamefest''' is held at [http://thirdplacecommons.org/ Third Place Commons] in Lake Forest Park.~~

	~~; Address:~~
	: [http://maps.google.com/maps?oi=map&q=17171+Bothell+Way+Ne,+Seattle,+WA Lake Forest Park Towne Centre] (click for Google Map)<br>Second Floor<br>17171 Bothell Way NE<br>Lake Forest Park, WA 98155<br>(206) 366-3302

	~~This is a great location: bus service, free parking, free wi-fi access, large tables, and a great food court adjoining the area where we'll be playing.~~

	~~===Getting There===~~
	~~[[Image:Bus.jpg\|right]]~~
	~~====By bus:====~~
	: [http://transit.metrokc.gov/tops/bus/schedules/s331_1_.html Routes 331 (Metro)] and [http://www.soundtransit.org/x3337.xml 522 (Sound Transit)] stop at Lake Forest Park Towne Centre, and connect to many other routes. (The stop is Bothell Way NE & Ballinger NE on the schedules.)

	~~====By bicycle:====~~
	~~; From Seattle:~~
	: Head north on the Burke-Gilman Trail from the University District. Travel about 10 miles on the trail until you cross NE 165th St. About 600 feet farther down the trail, cross Bothell Way to your left at the marked crosswalk. The games area is on the 2nd floor in the food court.

	~~; From the East Side:~~
	: Head east from downtown Bothell on the Sammamish River Trail, which becomes the Burke-Gilman Trail. (It is about 3 miles from downtown Bothell to the shopping center.) After passing Logboom Park (currently under construction), watch for a pedestrian crossing on your right that takes you across Bothell Way. The shopping center is to your left. The games area is on the 2nd floor in the food court.

	~~====By car:====~~
	~~; From Points North of Mountlake Terrace:~~
	: Head south on Interstate 5. Take the Highway 104 exit and turn left (east). Travel about 2 miles, Highway 104 (Ballinger Way NE) will dead-end at Bothell Way NE (and Lake Washington). The shopping center will be at the corner, on your right.

	~~; From Seattle:~~
	: Head north on Interstate 5. Take the Highway 522 exit (AKA Lake City Way NE) and turn right (east). Travel about 4 miles, (Lake City Way NE becomes Bothell Way NE) then the shopping center will be on your left, immediately before the corner of Bothell Way NE and Highway 104 (Ballinger Way NE).

	: '''Alternately,''' get off at the NE 145 St./Highway 523 exit and turn right (east). Travel about 1.5 mile to Lake City Way NE (Highway 522). Turn left on Lake City Way (this is the point where Lake City Way NE becomes Bothell Way NE, so you may see a Bothell Way sign first). The shopping center will be on your left, immediately before the corner of Bothell Way NE and Highway 104.

	~~; From Shoreline:~~
	: Head east on any major street, until you reach Highway 522 (Bothell Way NE), turn left (north). Travel a short distance (<4 miles), and the shopping center will be on your left, immediately before the corner of Bothell Way NE and Highway 104 (Ballinger Way NE).

	~~; From the East Side:~~
	: Take Interstate 405. Take the 195th St./Beardslee exit and turn left (west); 195th street becomes Bothell Way NE. Travel about 5 miles, and the shopping center will be on your right, immediately after the corner of Bothell Way NE and Highway 104 (Ballinger Way NE).

	~~<br>~~

	~~==Contacting Us==~~
	~~If you would like to help with organizing the event, you can sign up with the [http://games.groups.yahoo.com/group/EmeraldCityGamefest/ ECG organizers' mailing list].~~
	~~<br>~~

	~~=2006 EVENT=~~
	~~<!-- [[Image:Monkey color 4.jpg\|thumb\|]] -->~~
	~~==Games==~~
	~~Here are some threads where people talk about their games.~~

	* [http://dnd.meetup.com/192/calendar/5228237/ Seattle D&D Meetup Group Feedback]
	* [http://roleplayers.meetup.com/71/calendar/5230378/ Puget Sound Roleplayers Meetup Group Feedback]
	~~<br>~~

	~~==Other Events==~~
	~~===Prizes===~~
	Thanks to our [[#Sponsors\|sponsors]], there were door prizes and giveaways throughout the day. We received well over $1000 in very nice prizes from our sponsors, including board games, role-playing games, and comics (trade paperback), which were distributed in prizes.

	~~===Food Donation Box===~~
	~~We partnered with [http://www.northwestharvest.org/ Northwest Harvest] to collect food donations. We had a big box to drop off nonperishable food items.~~

	~~=Other Local Conventions=~~
	* [http://www.avalonconventions.com/conquestnw/ ConQuest NW]: Held in mid-February since 2006. The next edition is scheduled for February 15-19, 2008 (Presidents Day Weekend)
	* [http://goplaynw.wetpaint.com/ Go Play NW]: Held for the first time this year on June 23-24, 2007
	* [http://www.dragonflight.org/ Dragonflight]: The oldest gaming convention in Seattle. This year's edition was held on August 10th - 12th, 2007
	* Enfilade: Held annually by the [http://www.nhmgs.org/ Northwest Historical Miniature Gaming Society] on Memorial Day weekend.

	~~<br>~~

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			Several groups of gamers in the Greater Seattle/Puget Sound area are collaborating to organize an annual all-day event. The event is entirely '''free'''; there is no fee to come in, to play, or for any other activity. The event does not bring any revenue to any organizer or sponsor. See our '''[http://www.emeraldcitygamefest.org/ new official Website]''' for details!

			'''''[http://www.nationalgamesweek.net/ National Games Week 2007]''', organized by [http://www.gamesquarterly.net/ Games Quarterly Magazine], takes place on November 18-24 (Thanksgiving week). Emerald City Gamefest 2007 will be held 0n November 17, 2007 at Third Place Commons in Lake Forest Park, Washington. from 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm. For some feedback about last year's (2006) Gamefest, scroll to the bottom of the page.''


			=Who, When, Where, How...=
			We have role-playing games, board games, miniatures games, card games, etc. This event is specifically intended for "live" games rather than computer games, although it is alright if you wish to bring your computer and play pick-up LAN games.

			=='''WHO''' = Local Participating Community Gamers==
			===Gamer Associations===

			* [http://roleplayers.meetup.com/71/ Puget Sound Roleplayers Meetup Group]
			* [http://dnd.meetup.com/192/ Seattle Dungeons & Dragons Meetup Group]
			* [[Seattle Gamers Assemble!]] (SGA)
			* [http://games.groups.yahoo.com/group/thirdplacespielers/ Third Place Gamers]
			* [http://www.dragonflight.org/msg/ Metro Seattle Gamers]

			===Sponsors===
			* [http://www.gamesquarterly.net/ Games Quarterly Magazine], organizers of National Games Week
			* [http://thirdplacecommons.org/ Third Place Commons], where the event will be held
			* [http://www.morriganrpg.com/ Morrigan Press], publishers of the Omni System, the new ''Terran Trade Authority RPG'' and the upcoming ''Talislanta 20th Anniversary Edition''
			* [http://www.exilegames.com/ Exile Game Studio], publishers of ''Hollow Earth Expedition'' and the Ubiquity Roleplaying System
			* [http://www.technomancer-press.com/ Technomancer Press], publishers of low-cost high-adventure RPGs
			* [http://www.lostinseattle.com/LIS/comics/thedreaming.html The Dreaming], friendly local gaming store in the University District
			* [http://www.tritacgames.com/ Tri Tac Games], publishers such RPGs as ''Bureau 13, Fringeworthy'' and ''FTL: 2448'', as well as tabletop games like the ''Monster Squash'' line
			* [http://www.thegamematrix.com/ The Game Matrix], friendly local gaming store in Tacoma
			* [http://www.dreamstrands.com/ Dreamstrands Comics], friendly local gaming store in Greenwood
			* Raccoon Creek Games, publishers of the upcoming ''Crossroads RPG''
			* [http://www.avatar-gaming.com/ Avatar Gaming & Gifts], friendly local gaming store in Everett
			* [http://www.fantasticgamesandtoys.com/ Fantastic Games], the frendly local gaming store in Edmonds
			* [http://www.dragonflight.org/ Dragonflight], promoting the gaming community in the Greater Seattle Area
			* [http://www.avalonconventions.com/conquestnw/ ConQuest NW], the newest gaming convention in Seattle
			<br>

			=='''WHEN'''==

			<!-- [[Image:ECG Color11x17 poster 2 5.jpg\|thumb\|]] -->

			Saturday November 17th, 2007 (Saturday before Thanksgiving) from 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm.
			<br>

			=='''WHERE'''==

			'''Emerald City Gamefest''' is held at [http://thirdplacecommons.org/ Third Place Commons] in Lake Forest Park.

			; Address:
			: [http://maps.google.com/maps?oi=map&q=17171+Bothell+Way+Ne,+Seattle,+WA Lake Forest Park Towne Centre] (click for Google Map)<br>Second Floor<br>17171 Bothell Way NE<br>Lake Forest Park, WA 98155<br>(206) 366-3302

			This is a great location: bus service, free parking, free wi-fi access, large tables, and a great food court adjoining the area where we'll be playing.

			===Getting There===
			[[Image:Bus.jpg\|right]]
			====By bus:====
			: [http://transit.metrokc.gov/tops/bus/schedules/s331_1_.html Routes 331 (Metro)] and [http://www.soundtransit.org/x3337.xml 522 (Sound Transit)] stop at Lake Forest Park Towne Centre, and connect to many other routes. (The stop is Bothell Way NE & Ballinger NE on the schedules.)

			====By bicycle:====
			; From Seattle:
			: Head north on the Burke-Gilman Trail from the University District. Travel about 10 miles on the trail until you cross NE 165th St. About 600 feet farther down the trail, cross Bothell Way to your left at the marked crosswalk. The games area is on the 2nd floor in the food court.

			; From the East Side:
			: Head east from downtown Bothell on the Sammamish River Trail, which becomes the Burke-Gilman Trail. (It is about 3 miles from downtown Bothell to the shopping center.) After passing Logboom Park (currently under construction), watch for a pedestrian crossing on your right that takes you across Bothell Way. The shopping center is to your left. The games area is on the 2nd floor in the food court.

			====By car:====
			; From Points North of Mountlake Terrace:
			: Head south on Interstate 5. Take the Highway 104 exit and turn left (east). Travel about 2 miles, Highway 104 (Ballinger Way NE) will dead-end at Bothell Way NE (and Lake Washington). The shopping center will be at the corner, on your right.

			; From Seattle:
			: Head north on Interstate 5. Take the Highway 522 exit (AKA Lake City Way NE) and turn right (east). Travel about 4 miles, (Lake City Way NE becomes Bothell Way NE) then the shopping center will be on your left, immediately before the corner of Bothell Way NE and Highway 104 (Ballinger Way NE).

			: '''Alternately,''' get off at the NE 145 St./Highway 523 exit and turn right (east). Travel about 1.5 mile to Lake City Way NE (Highway 522). Turn left on Lake City Way (this is the point where Lake City Way NE becomes Bothell Way NE, so you may see a Bothell Way sign first). The shopping center will be on your left, immediately before the corner of Bothell Way NE and Highway 104.

			; From Shoreline:
			: Head east on any major street, until you reach Highway 522 (Bothell Way NE), turn left (north). Travel a short distance (<4 miles), and the shopping center will be on your left, immediately before the corner of Bothell Way NE and Highway 104 (Ballinger Way NE).

			; From the East Side:
			: Take Interstate 405. Take the 195th St./Beardslee exit and turn left (west); 195th street becomes Bothell Way NE. Travel about 5 miles, and the shopping center will be on your right, immediately after the corner of Bothell Way NE and Highway 104 (Ballinger Way NE).

			<br>

			==Contacting Us==
			If you would like to help with organizing the event, you can sign up with the [http://games.groups.yahoo.com/group/EmeraldCityGamefest/ ECG organizers' mailing list].
			<br>

			=2006 EVENT=
			<!-- [[Image:Monkey color 4.jpg\|thumb\|]] -->
			==Games==
			Here are some threads where people talk about their games.

			* [http://dnd.meetup.com/192/calendar/5228237/ Seattle D&D Meetup Group Feedback]
			* [http://roleplayers.meetup.com/71/calendar/5230378/ Puget Sound Roleplayers Meetup Group Feedback]
			<br>

			==Other Events==
			===Prizes===
			Thanks to our [[#Sponsors\|sponsors]], there were door prizes and giveaways throughout the day. We received well over $1000 in very nice prizes from our sponsors, including board games, role-playing games, and comics (trade paperback), which were distributed in prizes.

			===Food Donation Box===
			We partnered with [http://www.northwestharvest.org/ Northwest Harvest] to collect food donations. We had a big box to drop off nonperishable food items.

			=Other Local Conventions=
			* [http://www.avalonconventions.com/conquestnw/ ConQuest NW]: Held in mid-February since 2006. The next edition is scheduled for February 15-19, 2008 (Presidents Day Weekend)
			* [http://goplaynw.wetpaint.com/ Go Play NW]: Held for the first time this year on June 23-24, 2007
			* [http://www.dragonflight.org/ Dragonflight]: The oldest gaming convention in Seattle. This year's edition was held on August 10th - 12th, 2007
			* Enfilade: Held annually by the [http://www.nhmgs.org/ Northwest Historical Miniature Gaming Society] on Memorial Day weekend.

			<br>

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			We have role-playing games, board games, miniatures games, card games, etc. This event is specifically intended for "live" games rather than computer games, although it is alright if you wish to bring your computer and play pick-up LAN games.

			=='''WHO''' = Local Participating Community Gamers==
			===Gamer Associations===

			* [http://roleplayers.meetup.com/71/ Puget Sound Roleplayers Meetup Group]
			* [http://dnd.meetup.com/192/ Seattle Dungeons & Dragons Meetup Group]
			* [[Seattle Gamers Assemble!]] (SGA)
			* [http://games.groups.yahoo.com/group/thirdplacespielers/ Third Place Gamers]
			* [http://www.dragonflight.org/msg/ Metro Seattle Gamers]

			===Sponsors===
			* [http://www.gamesquarterly.net/ Games Quarterly Magazine], organizers of National Games Week
			* [http://thirdplacecommons.org/ Third Place Commons], where the event will be held
			* [http://www.morriganrpg.com/ Morrigan Press], publishers of the Omni System, the new ''Terran Trade Authority RPG'' and the upcoming ''Talislanta 20th Anniversary Edition''
			* [http://www.exilegames.com/ Exile Game Studio], publishers of ''Hollow Earth Expedition'' and the Ubiquity Roleplaying System
			* [http://www.technomancer-press.com/ Technomancer Press], publishers of low-cost high-adventure RPGs
			* [http://www.lostinseattle.com/LIS/comics/thedreaming.html The Dreaming], friendly local gaming store in the University District
			* [http://www.tritacgames.com/ Tri Tac Games], publishers such RPGs as ''Bureau 13, Fringeworthy'' and ''FTL: 2448'', as well as tabletop games like the ''Monster Squash'' line
			* [http://www.thegamematrix.com/ The Game Matrix], friendly local gaming store in Tacoma
			* [http://www.dreamstrands.com/ Dreamstrands Comics], friendly local gaming store in Greenwood
			* Raccoon Creek Games, publishers of the upcoming ''Crossroads RPG''
			* [http://www.avatar-gaming.com/ Avatar Gaming & Gifts], friendly local gaming store in Everett
			* [http://www.fantasticgamesandtoys.com/ Fantastic Games], the frendly local gaming store in Edmonds
			* [http://www.dragonflight.org/ Dragonflight], promoting the gaming community in the Greater Seattle Area
			* [http://www.avalonconventions.com/conquestnw/ ConQuest NW], the newest gaming convention in Seattle
			<br>

			=='''WHEN'''==

			<!-- [[Image:ECG Color11x17 poster 2 5.jpg\|thumb\|]] -->

			Saturday November 17th, 2007 (Saturday before Thanksgiving) from 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm.
			<br>

			=='''WHERE'''==

			'''Emerald City Gamefest''' is held at [http://thirdplacecommons.org/ Third Place Commons] in Lake Forest Park.

			; Address:
			: [http://maps.google.com/maps?oi=map&q=17171+Bothell+Way+Ne,+Seattle,+WA Lake Forest Park Towne Centre] (click for Google Map)<br>Second Floor<br>17171 Bothell Way NE<br>Lake Forest Park, WA 98155<br>(206) 366-3302

			This is a great location: bus service, free parking, free wi-fi access, large tables, and a great food court adjoining the area where we'll be playing.

			===Getting There===
			[[Image:Bus.jpg\|right]]
			====By bus:====
			: [http://transit.metrokc.gov/tops/bus/schedules/s331_1_.html Routes 331 (Metro)] and [http://www.soundtransit.org/x3337.xml 522 (Sound Transit)] stop at Lake Forest Park Towne Centre, and connect to many other routes. (The stop is Bothell Way NE & Ballinger NE on the schedules.)

			====By bicycle:====
			; From Seattle:
			: Head north on the Burke-Gilman Trail from the University District. Travel about 10 miles on the trail until you cross NE 165th St. About 600 feet farther down the trail, cross Bothell Way to your left at the marked crosswalk. The games area is on the 2nd floor in the food court.

			; From the East Side:
			: Head east from downtown Bothell on the Sammamish River Trail, which becomes the Burke-Gilman Trail. (It is about 3 miles from downtown Bothell to the shopping center.) After passing Logboom Park (currently under construction), watch for a pedestrian crossing on your right that takes you across Bothell Way. The shopping center is to your left. The games area is on the 2nd floor in the food court.

			====By car:====
			; From Points North of Mountlake Terrace:
			: Head south on Interstate 5. Take the Highway 104 exit and turn left (east). Travel about 2 miles, Highway 104 (Ballinger Way NE) will dead-end at Bothell Way NE (and Lake Washington). The shopping center will be at the corner, on your right.

			; From Seattle:
			: Head north on Interstate 5. Take the Highway 522 exit (AKA Lake City Way NE) and turn right (east). Travel about 4 miles, (Lake City Way NE becomes Bothell Way NE) then the shopping center will be on your left, immediately before the corner of Bothell Way NE and Highway 104 (Ballinger Way NE).

			: '''Alternately,''' get off at the NE 145 St./Highway 523 exit and turn right (east). Travel about 1.5 mile to Lake City Way NE (Highway 522). Turn left on Lake City Way (this is the point where Lake City Way NE becomes Bothell Way NE, so you may see a Bothell Way sign first). The shopping center will be on your left, immediately before the corner of Bothell Way NE and Highway 104.

			; From Shoreline:
			: Head east on any major street, until you reach Highway 522 (Bothell Way NE), turn left (north). Travel a short distance (<4 miles), and the shopping center will be on your left, immediately before the corner of Bothell Way NE and Highway 104 (Ballinger Way NE).

			; From the East Side:
			: Take Interstate 405. Take the 195th St./Beardslee exit and turn left (west); 195th street becomes Bothell Way NE. Travel about 5 miles, and the shopping center will be on your right, immediately after the corner of Bothell Way NE and Highway 104 (Ballinger Way NE).

			<br>

			==Contacting Us==
			If you would like to help with organizing the event, you can sign up with the [http://games.groups.yahoo.com/group/EmeraldCityGamefest/ ECG organizers' mailing list].
			<br>

	=2006 EVENT=		=2006 EVENT=

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	~~We have role-playing games, board games, miniatures games, card games, etc. This event is specifically intended for "live~~" ~~games rather than computer games, although it is alright if you wish to bring your computer and play pick-up LAN games.~~

	~~=='''WHO''' = Local Participating Community Gamers==~~
	~~===Gamer Associations===~~

	* [http://~~roleplayers.meetup~~.com/71/ ~~Puget Sound Roleplayers Meetup Group]~~
	* [~~http://dnd.meetup.com/192/ Seattle Dungeons & Dragons Meetup Group]~~
	* [[Seattle Gamers Assemble!]] (SGA)
	* [http://games.groups.yahoo.com/group/thirdplacespielers/ Third Place Gamers]
	* [http://www.dragonflight.org/msg/ Metro Seattle Gamers]

	~~===Sponsors~~===
	* [http://www.gamesquarterly.net/ Games Quarterly Magazine], organizers of National Games Week
	* [http://thirdplacecommons.org/ Third Place Commons], where the event will be held
	* [http://www.morriganrpg.com/ Morrigan Press], publishers of the Omni System, the new ''Terran Trade Authority RPG'' and the upcoming ''Talislanta 20th Anniversary Edition''
	* [http://www.exilegames.com/ Exile Game Studio], publishers of ''Hollow Earth Expedition'' and the Ubiquity Roleplaying System
	* [http://www.technomancer-press.com/ Technomancer Press], publishers of low-cost high-adventure RPGs
	* [http://~~www.lostinseattle~~.com/~~LIS/comics/thedreaming.html The Dreaming~~]~~, friendly local gaming store in the University District~~
	* [~~http://www.tritacgames.com/ Tri Tac Games], publishers such RPGs as ''Bureau 13, Fringeworthy'' and ''FTL: 2448'', as well as tabletop games like the ''Monster Squash'' line~~
	* [http://www.thegamematrix.com/ The Game Matrix], friendly local gaming store in Tacoma
	* [http://www.dreamstrands.com/ Dreamstrands Comics], friendly local gaming store in Greenwood
	* Raccoon Creek Games, publishers of the upcoming ''Crossroads RPG''
	* [http://www.avatar-gaming.com/ Avatar Gaming & Gifts], friendly local gaming store in Everett
	* [http://www.fantasticgamesandtoys.com/ Fantastic Games], the frendly local gaming store in Edmonds
	* [http://www.dragonflight.org/ Dragonflight], promoting the gaming community in the Greater Seattle Area
	* [http://www.avalonconventions.com/~~conquestnw/ ConQuest NW~~], ~~the newest gaming convention in Seattle~~
	~~<br>~~

	~~=='''WHEN'''==~~

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	~~Saturday November 17th, 2007 (Saturday before Thanksgiving) from 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm.~~
	~~<br>~~

	~~=='''WHERE'''~~==

	~~'''Emerald City Gamefest''' is held at [http://thirdplacecommons.org/ Third Place Commons] in Lake Forest Park.~~

	~~; Address:~~
	~~: [~~http://~~maps.google~~.com/~~maps?oi=map&q=17171+Bothell+Way+Ne,+Seattle,+WA Lake Forest Park Towne Centre~~] ~~(click for Google Map)<br>Second Floor<br>17171 Bothell Way NE<br>Lake Forest Park, WA 98155<br>(206) 366-3302~~

	~~This is a great location: bus service, free parking, free wi-fi access, large tables, and a great food court adjoining the area where we'll be playing.~~

	~~===Getting There===~~
	[~~[Image:Bus.jpg\|right]]~~
	~~====By bus:====~~
	~~: [http://transit.metrokc.gov/tops/bus/schedules/s331_1_.html Routes 331 (Metro)] and [http:~~/~~/www.soundtransit.org/x3337.xml 522 (Sound Transit)~~] ~~stop at Lake Forest Park Towne Centre, and connect to many other routes. (The stop is Bothell Way NE & Ballinger NE on the schedules.)~~

	~~====By bicycle:====~~
	~~; From Seattle:~~
	: Head north on the Burke-Gilman Trail from the University District. Travel about 10 miles on the trail until you cross NE 165th St. About 600 feet farther down the trail, cross Bothell Way to your left at the marked crosswalk. The games area is on the 2nd floor in the food court.

	~~; From the East Side:~~
	: Head east from downtown Bothell on the Sammamish River Trail, which becomes the Burke-Gilman Trail. (It is about 3 miles from downtown Bothell to the shopping center.) After passing Logboom Park (currently under construction), watch for a pedestrian crossing on your right that takes you across Bothell Way. The shopping center is to your left. The games area is on the 2nd floor in the food court.

	~~====By car:====~~
	~~; From Points North of Mountlake Terrace:~~
	~~: Head south on Interstate 5. Take the Highway 104 exit and turn left (east). Travel about 2 miles~~, ~~Highway 104 (Ballinger Way NE) will dead-end at Bothell Way NE (and Lake Washington). The shopping center will be at the corner, on your right.~~

	~~; From Seattle:~~
	: Head north on Interstate 5. Take the Highway 522 exit (AKA Lake City Way NE) and turn right (east). Travel about 4 miles, (Lake City Way NE becomes Bothell Way NE) then the shopping center will be on your left, immediately before the corner of Bothell Way NE and Highway 104 (Ballinger Way NE).

	: '''Alternately,''' get off at the NE 145 St./Highway 523 exit and turn right (east). Travel about 1.5 mile to Lake City Way NE (Highway 522). Turn left on Lake City Way (this is the point where Lake City Way NE becomes Bothell Way NE, so you may see a Bothell Way sign first). The shopping center will be on your left, immediately before the corner of Bothell Way NE and Highway 104.

	~~; From Shoreline:~~
	: Head east on any major street, until you reach Highway 522 (Bothell Way NE), turn left (north). Travel a short distance (<4 miles), and the shopping center will be on your left, immediately before the corner of Bothell Way NE and Highway 104 (Ballinger Way NE).

	~~; From the East Side:~~
	: Take Interstate 405. Take the 195th St./Beardslee exit and turn left (west); 195th street becomes Bothell Way NE. Travel about 5 miles, and the shopping center will be on your right, immediately after the corner of Bothell Way NE and Highway 104 (Ballinger Way NE).

	~~<br>~~

	~~==Contacting Us==~~
	~~If you would like to help with organizing the event, you can sign up with the [~~http://~~games.groups.yahoo~~.com/~~group/EmeraldCityGamefest/ ECG organizers' mailing list].~~
	~~<br>~~

	=2006 EVENT=		=2006 EVENT=

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	==Games==		==Games==
	Here are some threads where people talk about their		Here are some threads where people talk about their games.

	* [http://dnd.meetup.com/192/calendar/5228237/ Seattle D&D Meetup Group Feedback]		* [http://dnd.meetup.com/192/calendar/5228237/ Seattle D&D Meetup Group Feedback]
	* [http://roleplayers.meetup.com/71/calendar/5230378/ Puget Sound Roleplayers Meetup Group Feedback]		* [http://roleplayers.meetup.com/71/calendar/5230378/ Puget Sound Roleplayers Meetup Group Feedback]
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	==Other Events==		==Other Events==

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	* [[Seattle Gamers Assemble!]] (SGA)		* [[Seattle Gamers Assemble!]] (SGA)
	* [http://games.groups.yahoo.com/group/thirdplacespielers/ Third Place Gamers]		* [http://games.groups.yahoo.com/group/thirdplacespielers/ Third Place Gamers]
	* [~~http://~~http://www.dragonflight.org/msg/ Metro Seattle Gamers]		* [http://www.dragonflight.org/msg/ Metro Seattle Gamers]

	===Sponsors===		===Sponsors===