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.
Vote for New Board Members
We sent members their individual voting links last night. Please look for an email from Northwest Science Fiction Society <invitations@mail.electionbuddy.com> and cast your ballot.
Movie Outing and Dinner – June 13
Join NWSFS for a movie and dinner. We will be seeing Steven Spielberg’s new SciFi movie Disclosure Day. After the movie we will cross the street and have dinner at MOD Pizza, and discuss what we just saw.
Reserve your seats now (pick a seat near D11–D13): AMC Theatres
Please RSVP on the master calendar so Shawn knows to look for you.
Election and Picnic Social – June 27
Please join us Saturday, June 27th, 2026, for our Election and Picnic Social at Lower Woodland Park Shelter No.4. The social will begin at Noon and end at 6 P.M. Ballots will be accepted until 5 P.M. Results will be announced on the NWSFS Facebook page, our webpage (nwsfs.com), and newsletter.
There will be three grills available. The club will provide burgers, hot dogs, condiments, and buns. Please bring a contribution of munchies, salad, side dish or dessert that will complement the grilled main course. Bring your own beverages. To coordinate contributions, you may contact Dick at info@nwsfs.com. Also, we’d love an R.S.V.P. on our calendar or by email at info@nwsfs.com so we can plan the amount of food. NWSFS members are encouraged to attend, and non-members in the community are welcome, as always. We hope to see you there.
NOTE: To protect our more vulnerable members from COVID, we ask that you please do not come if you are not vaccinated, are displaying active COVID symptoms, have had a recent high-risk exposure to COVID, or are within the quarantine period for COVID. All seating is outdoors. Masks are not required but are welcome.
Logistical Information: The shelter has one table in the covered area for food, with five additional tables nearby for sitting. Bringing your own lawn chair or blanket guarantees you won’t be sitting on the ground. Three grills and running water are available, but no power outlets. Bathrooms are across the parking lot. The shelter is right next to the parking lot. No stairs are present. Some handicapped parking and plenty of general parking is available. There is a fenced off-leash dog area down the hill.
Directions:
- I-5 North & I-5 South, take the NE 50th St exit.
- Turn LEFT if from I-5 Northbound; turn RIGHT if from I-5 Southbound.
- Continue on NE 50th Westbound.
- Turn RIGHT at N 50th St and Stone Way N. Stone Way N will merge into Green Lake Way N after the turn.
- Move into the LEFT lane (RIGHT lane is for bikes) and continue on Green Lake Way N to West Green Lake Way N, which is at the Green Lake Pitch and Putt Golf Course.
- Turn LEFT onto West Green Lake Way N.
- Make the first LEFT into the parking lot, then quickly turn RIGHT to go up the hill.
- Shelter No 4 is immediately on the LEFT-hand side of the road at the top of the hill.
- Look for the NWSFS signs.
Pacific Science Center Outing – July 25
Want to go to the Pacific Science Center with other fen? Save the date to visit this traveling exhibition on July 25th, time TBD. We’re hoping to arrange group pricing.
Subscribe to the Calendar!
We have a Luma calendar that people can subscribe to (it’s also embedded on our website, linked on Facebook, and pinned on Discord). Having a master calendar available on multiple channels makes it easier for members and friends to find events. luma.com/NWSFS
Online Membership Payment Now Available
We have updated our registration page to accept online registration. Visit our membership page! Join early! Join often!
🛠️ 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.