Events

15th Annual Comic Book Mania

Saturday, October 19 at 10 am – 4 pm

Main Library: 270 N. Grove Avenue, Elgin, IL

Join us for the 15th Annual Comic Book Mania Convention! Meet local artists, writers and vendors. Enjoy special activities throughout the day such as face painting, cosplayers, and a craft! See below for list of Artist Alley participants.

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The 1981 DeLorean DMC-12 "Time Machine" Car from the hit movie, Back To The Future. A simple, illustrated Delorean car with effects that make it seem like it is moving fast.

Great Scott! The DeLorean is Coming to Comic Book Mania!

Gail Borden Public Library is thrilled to announce that the iconic DeLorean time machine from "Back to the Future" will be making a special appearance at this year's Comic Book Mania! Step into the past, present, and future with this legendary vehicle and relive the magic of Marty McFly and Doc Brown's adventures. You won't want to miss this unique opportunity to see the DeLorean up close!

Details

  • The car will be outside the library from 12:00pm to 3:00pm.
Car courtesy of DeloreanRental.com

Super Duper Programs

Superhero Storytime
  • Time: 10:00am - 11:00am
  • Location: Sally Lee Fox and Eagle Rooms
  • Registration Required

Join us for a special storytime followed by a Meet and Greet with Batgirl from Parties with Character. Registration is limited to 30 families. Please register as a family, indicating how many family members will be attending.

Register for Superhero Storytime
Pop Culture Road Show
  • Time: 10:00am - 2:00pm
  • Location: Meadows Community Rooms

Do you have a pop culture item or collection that you would like to have inspected and graded to determine its value? Bring it to Comic Book Mania! Nationally known comic book expert Gary "Moondog" Colabuono will be on hand in Artists' Alley to look over your prized collectibles and let you know what they are monetarily worth. Any and all pop culture items are welcome!
Community Art Jam with Justin Castaneda
  • Time: 12:00pm - 1:00pm
  • Location: Youth Center

Young artists are invited to add their creative expressions to a giant mural. Drop-by to add your artistic flair!

Artist Alley Participants

DSal Art

Writer/Illustrator/Artist
Moondog's

Vendor
Justin Castaneda (@whenuwerelittle)

Writer/Illustrator/Artist
Matt Hansel

Writer/Illustrator/Artist
Tom Kelly Art

Writer/Illustrator/Artist
Power Comics

Writer/Illustrator/Artist
Sean Luke

Writer/Illustrator/Artist
Wally Lowe

Writer/Illustrator/Artist
Satrun Twins

Writer/Illustrator/Artist
Schmidt n' Giggle

Writer/Illustrator/Artist
James Tampa Artist

Writer/Illustrator/Artist
Serena Guerra

Writer/Illustrator/Artist
Big Bang Comics Publisher/Creator

Writer/Illustrator/Artist
Brian 'BMAN' Babendererde

Writer/Illustrator/Artist
Dannimon Designs

Writer/Illustrator/Artist
Markisan Naso

Writer/Illustrator/Artist
Shawn Lenore

Writer/Illustrator/Artist
Scott Beaderstadt

Writer/Illustrator/Artist
Keith's Komix

Vendor
Modern Age Comics

Vendor
Bill Reinhold and Linda Lessmann Reinhold

Writer/Illustrator/Artist
Christina Martinez Serrano

Artist
Lorenzo Banilla

Artist

Watching Programs via Zoom

  1. Zoom programs can be attended by using most Internet connected devices, or phone.
  2. You can view on your web browser or download the free Zoom app.
    Note: You may have a better experience through the app. A Zoom account is not required
  3. For programs in a meeting format, it will be optional for you to be seen and heard.
  4. For programs in a webinar format, you will not be seen or heard, but there will be an option for entering questions.
  5. Please be aware some of our virtual programs are being recorded so that we can offer them at later dates.

Links for Information on Zoom

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  4. Listen to a Zoom meeting/webinar using your phone
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