Below is an announcement from Christian Askeland.

On Monday, 24 November, the SBL Coptic illuminati will gather for their annual feast, following the evening session.  (If you are reading this blog, then consider yourself one of the illuminati.)  Christian Askeland will lead interested participants to the venue from the Texts and Traditions in the Second Century session, and Dylan Burns will guide those in the Mysticism, Esotericism and Gnosticism in Antiquity session.

Texts and Traditions in the Second Century

11/24/2014 4:00 PM to 6:15 PM

Room 33 A (Upper level) – San Diego Convention Center

Theme: Gospels in the Second Century

Mysticism, Esotericism, and Gnosticism in Antiquity

11/24/2014 4:00 PM to 6:30 PM Room: 410 B (Level 4 (Sapphire)) – Hilton Bayfront

Theme: Early Christianity Featuring reviews of Jared Calaway, The Sabbath and the Sanctuary: Access to God in the Letter to the Hebrews and its Priestly Context (Mohr Siebeck, 2013).

All others can show up at the Dragon’s Den restaurant (Asian fusion), where a section has been reserved.  Just ask for the Coptic group.  The reservation is for 7:15, but feel free to show up early.  RSVP’s in the comments section would be appreciated, so that we can confirm the reservation.

http://www.dragonsdensandiego.com/