The Picnic at the End of the Universe

Sunday April 6 - 11 a.m. until 6 p.m. - Phelps Grove Park

This is a FREE afternoon event for gadgeteers, gamers, geeks and fandom, open to fans of Science Fiction, Fantasy, Gaming, SCA, Linux gurus, Elmers, Makers, Mythbusters and merry pranksters of all sorts...

Lemonade, dogs and burgers will be provided by our hosts, Meta-Games Unlimited. Bring your favorite side, drink or dessert to share. This event is a Picnic and Potluck. The venue seats approximately 144 people and the park can hold many more.

Alcohol is forbidden by the Parks Department so leave that at home.

Join the Gauntlet Challenge from 1984, Discover the cleaving power of foam with AmtGard, learn about low-budget film making and discover the history of Horror Hosts, learn the secrets of writing Science Fiction, spin some poi, stalk Dracula through Europe, command a six-ton construct of iron and steel in War Machine, and play a variety of fun hobby games from Meta-Games.

PLUS - a Sci Fi Free Market! Like a flea market, only FREE!

Reduce the clutter in your life. Not watching those VHS tapes? Got extra D&D minis gathering dust? Closet full of great books gathering dust? Place them on the free table and let them find a new home.

Based on: http://www.reallyreallyfree.org/ Go there for more on the spirit of the event.)

Want to volunteer? We need help with promotion, setup and cleanup. Got a group, game or gizmo you want to promote? Reserve a demo space or table. The Parks Department says no fees can be charged, no merchandise sold. Call Sandy Clark at 417-832-1758 or email sandyclaus@gmail.com for more information.

Phelps Grove Park Pavilion- located between the 800-1200 block East Bennett, South of Grand street and west of the tennis courts at National and Bennett.

Look for the next PATEOTU this Fall on October 12. Mark your calendars.