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Seminars
Every event's got to have its seminars :-)
We will be offering a fun selection of seminars during the event. The seminars are
open to all our registered guests to attend. There will be a variety of topics being
covered, many of which will be updated during the months ahead of the event.
Please check here often for updates and the event schedule
for times.
First Timer's Orientation
Convergence Newbie?
This meeting is for all guests that have never attended a Convergence in the
past. We will explain how the event flows, what this event is about, how to be
an active participant, and how to make the most of the event.
Location: Siena Room
Date and Time 1: Friday September 4th, 8:00 am � 9:00 am
Date and Time 2: Saturday September 5th, 8:00 am � 9:00 am
Casino Games
Learn to be a high roller!
Our casino seminars are a great and non-intimidating way to learn table games amongst friends! The objective of these seminars is to teach our guests how to play and place bids on typical casino games:
- Texas Hold'Em
- Craps
- Black Jack (21)
- Roulette
You will learn the basics of the games; understanding betting options, and basic strategy. After the instruction, participants will have to opportunity to play using practice chips.
There is a strict 20 attendee limit per seminar. These seminars are open to all packages. Sign up sheets will be located at the Registration desk.
Location: Meet at Hospitality Suite 10 minutes before seminar.
Dates & Times:
Texas Hold'em: Friday September 4th, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Craps: Friday September 4th, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Black Jack (21): Saturday September 5th, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Roulette: Sunday September 6th, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Love & Sex in a Big Fat World
 In this engaging and informative seminar, the host will take a broader look at
the world of gay men of size. The seminar is designed to be a safe,
non-judgemental space to ask questions and examine beliefs.
Discover a whole new way to think about sexuality, relationships, and obesity.
Examine how we see ourselves, each other, and topics like:
- The sexual elements of our attractions & relationships
- Knowing your type vs. being trapped by a label
- Where is love in an attraction based on size?
- Becoming who you really are
Location: Siena Room
Date and Time: Saturday September 5th, 12pm - 2pm
 Dan, the host, is a chaser and has been featured on MTV: True Life, the Tyra
Banks show, and most recently a German TV documentary talking about the beauty
of supersized men.
FatHead
In this seminar, the host will examine some radical new ways to look at who you are, what
you eat, and what it means to be healthy. In talking intimately with so many fat
men over the years, I�ve noticed some common thinking patterns that seem to ensure
the failure of their diets and exercise programs.
- What if losing weight were an exploration?
- What if exercise were a way to express yourself?
- What if cultivating a passion for food could make you healthy?
Location: Siena Room
Date and Time: Sunday September 6th, 2pm - 3:30pm
Dan, the host, is a chaser and has been featured on
MTV: True Life, the Tyra Banks show, and most recently a German TV documentary talking
about the beauty of supersized men.
ABC Club Round Ups
The round ups are a space for the ABC member clubs to meet and network. If you have
ever thought about joining a local club this is the time to see what it is all about.
Who knows? maybe after this round of discussions you will find the home away from
home you have always been waiting for. It is certainly an excellent way to meet
local chubs and chasers.
Supporting your local group is important to keep events like Convergence and other
regional conferences going. It�s the best way to step up and help make your community
stronger.
Supporting your local group is important to keep events like Convergence and other
regional conferences going. It�s the best way to step up and help make your community
stronger.
Current, former members, and those interested, are all welcome to attend. You may
also attend more than one round up.
ABC: The Next Chapter
A fact-finding discussion of what current ABC members desire for the future of their
club. Time: 10:00 am to 11:30 am.
Round Ups
| Club |
Time |
| Girth & Mirth of Arizona |
11:30 am |
| Girth & Mirth of Columbus |
12:00 am |
| Girth & Mirth of the Rockies |
12:30 pm |
| Girth & Mirth Fort Lauderdale |
1:00 pm |
| Girth & Mirth Philadelphia |
1:30 pm |
| Dallas / Ft. Worth Big Men�s Club |
2:00 pm |
| Houston Big Men�s Club |
2:30 pm |
| Girth & Mirth of the Twin Cities |
3:00 pm |
| Girth & Mirth of Southern California |
3:30 pm |
| Girth & Mirth of Washington DC |
4:00 pm |
| Girth & Mirth of Indianapolis |
4:30 pm |
| Girth & Mirth of New York |
5:00 pm |
Location: Siena Room
Date: Saturday, September 5th
Want to form a club in your area?
Let ABC know! Stop by the ABC table in the vendor hall and talk to an ABC officer
for more information.
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