Northwest Science Fiction Society
NWSFS is both a local and regional networking resource, for fen both near and far to keep in touch with one another and stay informed on science-fiction happenings in the area.
In addition to this, NWSFS is a way for fen to try new restaurants and occasionally see museum exhibits and visit all sorts of cool places that they may have always wanted to and have never had the time to do — all in the company of close friends!
General Info
Announcements about upcoming events and news are posted on our Facebook pages, facebook.com/nwsfs and facebook.com/groups/nwsfs, our Google Groups: nwsfs@googlegroups.com and nwsfs-announcements@googlegroups.com. Or, you can join our member email list.
NWSFS is an organization run by local fen for the benefit of local fen with the expressed desire to get together and socialize in our increasingly busy society.
News
Events calendar
We have added an events calendar to the site.
NWSFS Bylaw Changes Approved September 27, 2025
As part of the NWSFS revitalization effort, members identified that our bylaws needed a significant overhaul. Over four decades, both fandom and the purpose of NWSFS have evolved, but we were still operating under two tightly linked sets of bylaws, one for Science Fiction Northwest (our legal entity) and one for the Northwest Science Fiction Society (our social organization).
To help NWSFS run more smoothly and plan for the future, we’ve combined those two sets into a single, unified document. This simplifies how we operate and ensures compliance with Washington State law.
Key updates include:
- A more effective Board of Directors structure
- Clearer voting procedures, including online voting
- Alignment with the Revised Code of Washington (RCW)
At the September 27, 2025 Board meeting at the Seattle Public Library, Northgate Branch, member ballots were counted and the revisions ratified. The vote passed overwhelmingly: 20 yes, 0 no, with one illegible ballot.
Online Membership Payment Now Available
We have updated our registration page to accept online registration. Visit our membership page! Join early! Join often!
SFN/NWSFS Election Results
Well, the annual Science Fiction Northwest (SFN)/Northwest Science Fiction Society (NWSFS) officer election concluded yesterday, the votes were counted and verified by Yvonne Pawtowski and a second person. We received the following results:
Chair: Michael Citrak (26 votes) Vice Chair: Felice Nightengale (26 votes) Secretary/Treasurer: Dick O'Shea (26 votes)
There was one write-in for Chair, "Uncle Mongo", but that checkbox was not marked and Michael's was, so he got that vote. A big Thank You to everyone who voted!
🛠️ Website Rebuild In Progress
We’re transitioning to a new website structure using Eleventy and Markdown. Expect improvements and new features in the coming weeks. Not all text is finalized.
Send other questions about our group to info AT nwsfs.com.
Donations help us keep dues low while continuing to host events and do business as the cost of doing so rises. To support the society, please donate using the button below.