1. COMIC BOOK CONVENTIONS AT LIBRARIES Bob Cassinelli Gail Borden Public Library

14. Your local comics shop

15. Who is your audience? This is a program for the entire family – don’t limit your expectations to only children Expand your activities to appeal to all ages

16. Things to consider Guest artists & writers Prizes for costumes Cosplayers Vendors Door prizes Goodie bags Movies/rest area Trivia wheel Face painting Pokemon / Yu-Gi-Oh tournaments Comic book swap meet Panels

17. Guest artists & writers – the backbone of your convention

19. Prizes for costumes – it’s not a contest

20. Cosplayers – Superheroes at your service!

25. Vendors connect the event to your community

26. Door prizes / goodie bags – everybody wins!

27. Movies / rest area Providing a rest area can extend visitors’ participation Take every opportunity to keep visitors engaged – Arrange a rest area (café, tables & chairs, etc.) – Play movies/DVDs/cartoons to keep with the theme, and keep the energy going

28. What’s your comics IQ?

29. Facepainting – need I say more?

32. Pokemon / Yu-Gi-Oh!... Do cards and comics mix?

33. Comic book swap meet

34. Panel discussions – good luck getting these guys…

35. Advertising your convention

36. Get the word out for free! Facebook Geek Calendar Comic Book Resources Comic Vine Upcoming Cons Convention Scene The Oaklee Family Guide

38. Convention set-up – consider traffic flow

42. Info your artists, writers, and volunteers need to know What time is load-in? When does the convention floor open & close? Location of restrooms Lunch options Bottled water Where to park

44. Any questions ?