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 May Nomination Social at the Pawtowskis
Saturday, May 30, 2026 at 4PM
Please join NWSFS for our May Nomination Social at the home of Yvonne and Eric Pawtowski on Saturday, May 30th, 2026, in Lynnwood. The social will begin around 4 PM and continue until around 10 PM, or whenever we get tired.
NOTE: COVID vaccination will not be checked, but we do ask that anyone who may have it not attend. Side gate will be open so people can enter back yard directly. There will be plenty of seating outdoors. Masks are not required but are welcome.
If you need info on the address or contact info, email us at (info AT nwsfs.com) or visit out Facebook page.
As usual, this is a potluck, so bring your contribution of a main dish (occasionally have enough), side dish (rarely have enough), munchies (usually have enough), or desert (often have enough, if there is such a thing as enough desert). Bring your own beverages if you want something particular, although some basic beverages will be available. NWSFS members are encouraged to attend, and non-members in the SF/Fannish community are welcome, as always. We hope to see you there.
There will be a grill running. The Pawtowskis will be cooking some extra sausages and dogs to share. Anyone who wants to bring stuff to grill is quite welcome.
The main television has an HDMI input and will likely be used to display photos of interest. If you have electronic photos to share, from Fannish events, the previous Norwescon, or whatever, please bring them.
Logistics: There is parking on the street near the house. Parking in the driveway is okay, you don't need to worry about blocking anyone in. Usually it's not hard to find parking. The neighborhood has a lot of hills, so be careful. There are three stairs leading to both entrances. The back door doesn't have stairs, but the path is too narrow for a wheelchair, and possibly more trouble than it's worth. There are no domesticated animals living there, pets are welcome, and Daniel will be bringing his dog over for the day. Smoking is outside only, please.
Please also note that this is also our annual Nomination Social. However, this year is different in that, due to our updated bylaws, we will be accepting nominations for two SFN/NWSFS Board of Directors positions instead of the three officers (the President, Vice President, and Secretary/Treasurer will be selected by the new five-person Board of Directors). We have not decided yet how the elections will be run this year under the new bylaws but we should know by the day of the Social. If you are a current member and are interested in being nominated but cannot attend the Social, please let us know (info AT nwsfs.com) or let someone who will be attending know that you are interested. Thanks!
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!
🛠️ 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.
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