FanCon Comics and Pop Culture event returns to Arlington Heights library

Posted June 06, 2017 11:00 pm

Arlington Heights Memorial Library

FanCon, Arlington Heights' premiere comics and pop culture event, returns to the Arlington Heights Memorial Library on Saturday, July 29, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Geeks, nerds and fans of all ages are invited to drop in and celebrate all things comics and pop culture at this free, library-wide event. Meet artists and other pop culture enthusiasts and stretch your creativity in hands-on workshops. Highlights include:

• John Robert Matz, a Chicago-based performer, arranger, composer and music educator best known for his work on video game scores as diverse as the BAFTA-nominated Gunpoint, Artemis: the Spaceship Bridge Simulator, Rodina, and Fossil Echo, which recently earned Best Interactive Score at the 2017 Game Audio Network Guild Awards.

• The 501st Midwest Garrison, back by popular demand! Snag photos with this always-entertaining troupe of costumed Star Wars characters including Stormtroopers.

• Gaming - a Tetris Tournament and tabletop gaming in the Hendrickson Room

• Artists' Alley featuring 12 of Chicago's most talented artists, illustrators and animators of comics, cartoons and other pop culture magic.

• Food trucks including Cheesie's Pub & Grub and Courageous Bakery. Recharge and purchase a delicious treat.

• Costumes encouraged! Come dressed as your favorite character.

To learn more about all the featured artists and presenters, and to register for FanCon updates, visit www.ahml.info/fancon.

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