Shore Leave (US convention)/2008

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Convention
Name: Shore Leave (US convention)
Dates: 2008
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Location: Baltimore, Maryland
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Focus: multi-fandom
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Shore Leave is an annual fan-run convention that takes place in Baltimore, Maryland, USA.

It was founded by the Star Trek Association of Towson which continues to run it. The first convention took place in 1979; the con was still running as of 2025.

The con's focus was initially on Star Trek, but it has since broadened to include other science fiction media.

2008: Shore Leave 30

George Takei was a guest of honor.

2008: Programming

  • Showcase: Con Skit: Opening sketch: George Takei sings country (2008 video, features George Takei singing a country song, Peter David, Keith RA DeCandido, and Robert Greenbereger dancing in the background), Episode MST-ed: TOS: “Catspaw” by Mystery Trekkie Theater (see for more information on the con's skits in general)
  • other unknown

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