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Comic Conference for Educators and Librarians

Comic Conference for Educators and Librarians

 
For the 4th year, Comic-Con International and San Diego Public Library have teamed up for the Comic Conference for Educators and Librarians. This FREE five-day conference will take place at the San Diego Central Library during Comic-Con® from July 17-21, and will explore the role comics play in promoting education and literacy for all ages. Those in the library and education fields are invited to learn creative and exciting ways to incorporate comics and other popular arts into their work. Through presentations and panel discussions, the Conference hopes to engage the community and promote comics as a medium for learning.
 
The Conference is free to attend, but space is limited and registration is required for each day. Comic-Con badge-holders with valid single same-day or four-day badges are welcome to attend and are not required to register.

Register Here

 

Panelists from the 2016 Comic Conference for Educators and Librarians.

Wednesday, July 17 | 4 - 6 p.m.
San Diego Central Library | Shiley Special Events Suite
 
A hands-on workshop for integrating comic books into your classrooms.

 

Panelists from the 2016 Comic Conference for Educators and Librarians.

Thursday, July 18 | 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.
San Diego Central Library | Shiley Special Events Suite
 
Come and learn how to incorporate comics in libraries as a powerful way to connect to communities.
 

 

Panelists from the 2016 Comic Conference for Educators and Librarians.

Friday, July 19 | 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.
San Diego Central Library | Shiley Special Events Suite
 
Discover the latest publishing trends and recommendations in graphic novels and education.

 

Panelists from the 2016 Comic Conference for Educators and Librarians.

Saturday, July 20 | 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.
San Diego Central Library | Shiley Special Events Suite
 
Learn exciting and effective tools for using comics in the classroom for grades K-12.

 

Panelists from the 2016 Comic Conference for Educators and Librarians.

Sunday, July 21 | 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
San Diego Central Library | Shiley Special Events Suite
 
Learn about how comics and nerd culture can greatly benefit college students socially and academically.

Pre-Con @ the Library

 

Avengers Infinity War logo

Monday, July 15 | 6 -10 p.m. | Central Library, Neil Morgan Auditorium
 
The Avengers and their allies must be willing to sacrifice all in an attempt to defeat the powerful Thanos before his blitz of devastation and ruin puts an end to the universe. Join us for conversation following the screening with Professor’s Lisa Will, and Shane Haggard doing a Marvel vs. DC cinematic universe discussion and Q&A.

 

Comic book covers

Tuesday, July 16 | 4 - 5 p.m. | Central Library, Neil Morgan Auditorium
 
Join us for the Tenth Anniversary Law & Comics. Law & Comics 2019 will look at today’s comic world and peek into the future. The world of comics has changed dramatically over the last few years. They are the origin for dozens of popular movies and television shows. Is print the way to go or are web comics a viable alternative? How does fanfic fit with copyright or trademark? What should a creator be looking for legally? Hear about current business trends from Rob Salkowitz and get the legal side of things from attorney and cartoonist Stu Rees.

 

Author Raina Telgemeier

Tuesday, July 16 | 6 - 8 p.m. | Central Library, Neil Morgan Auditorium
 
Join us for a special spotlight presentation from Raina Telgemeier, the author and illustrator of several New York Times bestsellers, including Smile, Drama, Sisters, and Ghosts. In anticipation of her new book “Guts”, Raina will be speaking to us about her work, career, and creative process at the San Diego Public Library, an event that is free and open to the public. Attendees will receive a special giveaway. Signing to follow. Limit two items per attendee. Registration is not required, but space is limited. Please arrive as early as you can in order to get a seat.

Dance Party at the Central Library

 

Back on the Block with DJ Lance Rock

Sunday, July 21 @ 2pm | Central Library Courtyard
 
DJ Lance Rock is back on the block with his friends in an all new musical review!
 
DJ Lance Rock from Yo Gabba Gabba, and Friends will take you through a fun filled musical where families can join DJ Lance Rock on his awesome “day in the life“ adventure at the San Diego Public Library. DJ Lance Rock provides the soundtrack to a joyous day for all his friends. So come along and sing & dance with DJ Lance Rock on closing day of Comic-Con.
 
This event is free and open to the public! No badge required but capacity is limited.
 

2019 Commemorative Comic-Con Library Card

 

San Diego Public Library Waldo card

Presenting the 2019 Comic-Con Library Card! This year’s card was designed by Candlewick Press. This exclusive card is officially licensed by Comic-Con International and is the only library card of its kind in existence! The 2019 San Diego Public Library Comic-Con Library Cards will be available starting Thursday, July 18 at all San Diego Public Library locations and the San Diego Public Library’s Comic-Con booth #5523. Supplies are limited.
 
Waldo is also hiding inside all 36 branches. How many can you find? Grab a passport at any branch (or the Library Shop) and take a journey through the San Diego Public Library’s diverse system, discovering new neighborhoods, services and programs- all free! For each Waldo found, you'll receive a passport stamp and souvenir button. Collect all 36 designs! Plus, hidden across the system are one-of-a-kind gold buttons and super-rare chrome buttons that unlock Library Shop prizes!
 
Learn more about Where's Waldo @ SDPL 2019 here.
 
Illustration Copyright © 1987 -2019 by Martin Handford. © NBC Universal. All rights reserved. Published by Candlewick Press.

For more information please contact:
 
Bonnie Domingos
2019 CCEL Planning Committee
 
 

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