Monday, February 28, 2011
Catching up with Comic Riffs
The 'Riffs Interview: 'FRAZZ' creator Jef Mallett on art, childhood -- and inspiration at the 10-year mark
By Michael Cavna
Washington Post Comic Riffs blog February 27 2011
http://voices.washingtonpost.com/comic-riffs/2011/02/the_riffs_inteview_frazz_creat.html
'ZUCKERBERG' writer likes 'Social Network's' Oscars chances tonight
By Michael Cavna
Washington Post Comic Riffs blog February 27 2011
http://voices.washingtonpost.com/comic-riffs/2011/02/mark_zuckerberg_comics_writer.html#more
THE 2011 OSCARS: Top 10 Quotes from the nominees for Best Animated Feature
By Michael Cavna
Washington Post Comic Riffs blog February 27 2011
http://voices.washingtonpost.com/comic-riffs/2011/02/the_2011_oscars_quoting_the_no.html
THE 2011 OSCARS: 10 Geeky Facts About the Academy Award winners & losers
By Michael Cavna
Washington Post Comic Riffs blog February 28 2011
http://voices.washingtonpost.com/comic-riffs/2011/02/the_2011_oscars_geeky_factoids.html
Live chat with Donna Lewis at Post right now (and an interview)
By Michael Cavna
Washington Post Comic Riffs blog February 28 2011
http://voices.washingtonpost.com/comic-riffs/2011/02/the_riffs_interview_post_syndi.html
Tom Arvis chat at City Paper
Meet a Local Cartoonist: A Chat with Tom Arvis
Disney jazz reviewed in today's Express
Sunday, February 27, 2011
Gaithersburg painting exhibit described as 'graphic novel'
By Bora Mici
February 26, 2011
http://gaithersburg.patch.com/articles/a-portrait-of-the-artist-marcie-wolf-hubbard
Mici writes, "Mousetrapped," a 15-piece graphic novel about her seven-month-long effort to curb and permanently put an end to a mouse infestation in her 1923 SEARS home in Silver Spring, is currently on view at The Arts Barn in Gaithersburg.
If anyone goes to see this exhibit, I'd be interested in hearing from you.
Zadzooks on DC Universe Online videogame
Zadzooks: DC Universe Online review
Earth stands a chance in DC Universe
By Joseph Szadkowski
Washington Times February 22, 2011
http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2011/feb/22/zadzooks-dc-universe-online-review/
Wash Post obituary of interest for its photography
Note the family photograph of everyone reading the Sunday comics around 1955.
A Local Life: Alan L. Dean, 92, the 'Ideal Father'
Washington Post February 27, 2011http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/02/26/AR2011022603196.html
Tim Kreider on Ink Panthers show
Mike Dawson and Alex Ronbinson
The Ink Panthers Show February 22nd, 2011
http://www.mikedawsoncomics.com/the-ink-panthers-show-81-featuring-tim-kreider/
SPX tables sell out
Nick Bertozzi and Jason Little at Big Planet Comics
Big Planet Comics' Greg Bennett, Nick Bertozzi, Big Planet Comics' Joel Pollack and Jason Little.
Jason Little drawing Bee.
Nick Bertozzi looking for a spot to sign the Act-I-Vate anthology while Jason Little inks his Bee sketch.
More pictures are here.
Saturday, February 26, 2011
Jef 'Frazz' Mallett interview in tomorrow's Post
by Michael Cavna
Washington Post February 27, 2011
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/02/24/AR2011022406461.html
Dwayne McDuffie and Uncle Pai obits in today's Post
Dwayne McDuffie, comic books creator who championed diversity, dies at 49
By Michael Cavna
Saturday, February 26, 2011; B04
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/02/25/AR2011022506815.html
Anant Pai, 81
'Uncle Pai' launched India's comics industry in 1960s
Associated Press
Washington Post February 26, 2011; B4
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/02/25/AR2011022506814.html
That Darn Mutts!
It's a dog's life
Alice Lindsay, Chestertown, Md.
February 26, 2011
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/02/25/AR2011022506301.html
March 29: Trickster cartoonists at Busboys @ Poets
On March 29 I'll be at Busboys and Poets (14th and V in Washington, D.C., 6:30-8:30) discussing 'Trickster.' Joining me will be 'Trickster' contributing artists Michael Auger and Jacob Warrenfeltz, as well as Christopher Cardinale, illustrator of 'Mr. Mendoza's Paintbrush,' who will be talking about that fantastic book.
Friday, February 25, 2011
Curls Studio video interview online
DieHardDerek
MMA, Wrestling and Gaming News February 25, 2011 /
http://slyparadox.org/2011/02/25/interview-with-curls-studio-at-ny-comic-con/
Front Royal's Ben Hatke interviewed
John Hogan
Graphic Novel Reporter (February 25 2011)
http://graphicnovelreporter.com/content/spacing-out-interview-ben-hatke-interview
Donna Lewis' Reply All starts in Post on Monday
Here's the interview I did with Donna last year. I'll be asking her another set of interview questions this coming week, but she'll be on the Washington Post's chat on Monday so you can ask your own questions.
March 11: Atlas comics exhibit opens at Geppi Museum
Scoop February 25 2011
http://scoop.diamondgalleries.com/public/default.asp?t=1&m=1&c=34&s=265&ai=106118
Cartoon mascots - Mr. Peanut in Washington Examiner
THE 3-MINUTE INTERVIEW: Mr. Peanut
- Erica Redmond
- Washington Examiner (February 24 2011), p. 5: http://washingtonexaminer.com/local/people/2011/02/3-minute-interview-mr-peanut
Oscar animated shorts reviewed in Express
Coming Up Short: This Year's Oscar-Nominated Animated Shorts Are Lacking
By Kristen Page-Kirby
Express February 25, 2011, p. 31
http://www.expressnightout.com/content/2011/02/the-reelist-coming-up-short.php
Thursday, February 24, 2011
Feb 25: JT Waldman exhibit opens in DC
From Politics and Prose's newsletter:
Friday, February 25, 1 p.m. (Exhibit opens)
Sixth & I Historic Synagogue
600 I Street, NW
Metro: Gallery Place/Chinatown
JT WALDMAN
MEGILLAT ESTHER: The Book of Esther (Jewish Publication Society of America, $22)
JT Waldman turns The Book of Esther, with its twisting plot, into an illustrative masterpiece. The graphic novel is brought to life in an exhibit with interactive elements and an invitation for visitors to take part in the creative process. Waldman is a comic book illustrator and interaction designer. He is currently working on his next graphic novel, which he designed with the late Harvey Pekar. This exhibit will be on view from Monday through Friday, February 25 - April 29 during open tour hours from 1-2 p.m. Waldman will be speaking at 6th in the City Shabbat on March 11. Click here for information about attending this service. Click here for more information about the exhibit. Click here for a Google Preview of the book and its art.
Post blog on Dwayne McDuffie's death
By Lauren Wiseman
Washington Post's Post Mortem blog February 24 2011
http://voices.washingtonpost.com/postmortem/2011/02/dwayne-mcduffle-comic-book-cre.html
'Henry and Glenn Forever' available at Big Planet Comics
"Henry & Glenn Forever" Art Show: How Did Rollins and Danzig React to the Gay Fantasy Comic?
By Lina Lecaro, Mon., Feb. 21 2011
http://blogs.laweekly.com/westcoastsound/2011/02/feeling_the_love_at_the_henry.php
Feb 27: Disney Live: Mickey's Magic Show at Patriot Center
Comic Riffs on syndication merger
By Michael Cavna
Washington Post Comic Riffs blog February 24, 2011
http://voices.washingtonpost.com/comic-riffs/2011/02/big_news_united_media_to_outso.html
Donna Lewis profiled in Baltimore Sun
Homeland Security with a sense of humor
Federal lawyer from Baltimore moonlights with a newly syndicated comic strip
By Laura Vozzella, The Baltimore Sun February 23, 2011
http://www.baltimoresun.com/news/maryland/bs-md-vozzella-reply-all-comic-20110223,0,7839124.story
Jason Little interview prior to Saturday Big Planet Comics booksigning
Meet a Visiting Cartoonist: A Chat With Jason Little
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
The Shocking True Story behind "Team Cul de Sac"
By John R. Platt
Tonic February 23, 2011
http://www.tonic.com/article/comic-strip-fans-team-up-to-fight-parkinsons-disease/
Weldon and Cavna on Dwayne McDuffie
by Glen Weldon
National Public Radio's Monkey See blog February 23, 2011
http://www.npr.org/blogs/monkeysee/2011/02/23/133988062/dwayne-mcduffie-rip-championed-diversity-among-champions
RIP, DWAYNE McDUFFIE: Shocked fans, friends mourn the comics/animation force [UPDATED]
By Michael Cavna
Washington Post Comic Riffs blog February 22 2011
http://voices.washingtonpost.com/comic-riffs/2011/02/a_top_talent_remembered_rip_co.html
Nick Bertozzi interview prior to Feb 26th DC appearance
"Meet a Visiting Cartoonist: A Chat With Nick Bertozzi
by Mike Rhode on Feb. 23, 2011
Tonight, Politics and Prose bookgroup on City of Glass
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
Buy Dark Horse Presents #1 for Finder, but you've got a choice of 3 covers.
DC's Carla Speed McNeil is in the comic, but if you buy Dark Horse Presents #1 for Finder, you've got a choice of 3 covers.
From the Dark Horse blog: http://www.darkhorse.com/Blog/273/paul-pope-covers-dark-horse-presents-1-special-ult
Paul Pope covers Dark Horse Presents #1 with special ultra-rare variant cover!
Retailers who buy twenty copies of DHP #1 featuring the Chadwick cover, the Miller cover, or a combination of both will receive a copy of DHP #1 featuring the ultra-rare variant cover (available only while supplies last), signed by one of the book's iconic creators. For each additional twenty copies ordered, another ultra-rare variant edition will be received, and each will feature a new signature.
Fans and comic collectors, ask your local retailer about how to get a copy of this exclusive variant-cover issue!
The thrilling lead-in to DHP's relaunch continues today on the Dark Horse blog, when we'll reveal the two covers to issue #2. Be there!
Ben Hatke on his Politics and Prose appearance
Truitt on the Mission
By Brian Truitt, USA TODAY February 22 2011
http://www.usatoday.com/life/comics/2011-02-22-TheMission_N.htm
March 29: Ben Katchor at the Corcoran
Ben Katchor is speaking at the Corcoran Gallery of Art, Tuesday, March 29 at 7 p.m., $15.
It's been years since I saw him - at Politics and Prose? - but I recall him being a good speaker so I'll be going to this.
latebreaking Harvey Pekar: Conversations review
Harvey Pekar: Conversations
Jordana Hall
Shofar (Winter 2011; 29:2), p. 190-192
- in which Ms. Hall says in conclusion, "To those unfamiliar with American Splendor, Conversations is an excellent introduction to the comics and their creator. To fans of Pekar's work, the book provides insight into the author, his personal tastes, and his creative process. What is more, the conversations with his artist collaborators offer an inside look at the entire production process. Taken together the twenty-one interviews are informative and entertaining, with humorous outbursts from Joyce Brabner, who also gets her say in the later pieces. Harvey Pekar: Conversations is an important book for any scholar or enthusiast of comics."
Ahhh. Thank you Ms. Hall.
Josh Lyman sketches of the Shadow
Tim Kreider at Atomic Books in Baltimore this Friday
Click here for more information.
Monday, February 21, 2011
Baltimore Sun on Diamond Distributors
Pow! Bam! Kaboom! Are digital comics the hero or villain?
Timonium's Diamond Comic Distributors to experiment with digital comics distribution with retail partners
By Gus G. Sentementes, The Baltimore Sun February 21, 2011
http://www.baltimoresun.com/business/technology/bs-bz-diamond-comics-digital-20110221,0,1682110.story
Feb 23: Politics and Prose graphic novel bookgroup
Josh Lyman interview online at City Paper
by Mike Rhode on Feb. 21, 2011
http://www.washingtoncitypaper.com/blogs/artsdesk/books/2011/02/21/meet-a-local-cartoonist-a-chat-with-josh-lyman/
Sunday, February 20, 2011
USA Today on the Rocketeer
By John Geddes, USA TODAY February 18 2011
http://www.usatoday.com/life/comics/2011-02-18-rocketeer-adventures18-ST_N.htm
Annapolis editor on response to dropping Peanuts
By TOM MARQUARDT
Februar 20 2011
http://www.hometownannapolis.com/news/opn/2011/02/20-14/Editors-Desk-Sherrod-case-may-extend-defamation-law-to-e-media-frontier.html
Saturday, February 19, 2011
Flugennock's latest'n'greatest
http://sinkers.org/stage/?p=793
Note to my American readers: this cartoon requires an understanding of basic scientific principles. If in doubt, consult a high-school science teacher -- if he or she isn't busy pushing creationism in class.
Post on Disney cruises
By Andrea Sachs
Washington Post Staff Writer
February 20, 2011; F1, 7
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/02/18/AR2011021803459.html
PR: Beyond Comics military appreciation sale this weekend
Active and Retired Military Personal
Get 30% Off all Comics and Trades*
Military ID Required for discount.
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Zadzooks again on Marvel vs. Capcom 3: Fate of Two Worlds
Zadzooks: Marvel vs. Capcom 3: Fate of Two Worlds, Special Edition
Battles in hyper comic-book universe
By Joseph Szadkowski
The Washington Times February 17, 2011
http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2011/feb/17/zadzooks-marvel-capcom-3-fate-two-worlds-special/
Hot Air blog likes Nate Beeler
Friday, February 18, 2011
Comic Riffs on latest cartoon kerfluffle
By Michael Cavna
Washington Post Comic Riffs February 18 2011
http://voices.washingtonpost.com/comic-riffs/2011/02/obama_nation_artist_decries_ms.html
Bethesda animation studio Pixeldust profiled
Owner of Bethesda studio has won 15 Emmys
by Lindsey Robbins
The Gazette Feb. 18, 2011
Thursday, February 17, 2011
Feb 26: Nick Bertozzi and Jason Little at Big Planet Comics Bethesda
Here's an interview with Bertozzi about his new book -
Bertozzi Brings "Lewis & Clark" to Comics
by Alex Dueben,
Comic Book Resources February 17 2011
http://www.comicbookresources.com/?page=article&id=30885
Artomatic Takes Flight!, says David Hagen
Also, David's posted his Team Cul de Sac artwork's completed version.
Carla Speed Mcneil interviewed online at Newsarama
By Chris Arrant, Newsarama 16 February 2011
http://www.newsarama.com/comics/finder-voice-dark-horse-interview-110216.html
February 25: MEGILLAT ESTHER: The Book of Esther exhibit opens
From Politics and Prose's newsletter:
Friday, February 25, 1 p.m. (Exhibit opens)
Sixth & I Historic Synagogue
600 I Street, NW
Metro: Gallery Place/Chinatown
JT WALDMAN
MEGILLAT ESTHER: The Book of Esther (Jewish Publication Society of America, $22)
JT Waldman turns The Book of Esther, with its twisting plot, into an illustrative masterpiece. The graphic novel is brought to life in an exhibit with interactive elements and an invitation for visitors to take part in the creative process. Waldman is a comic book illustrator and interaction designer. He is currently working on his next graphic novel, which he designed with the late Harvey Pekar. This exhibit will be on view from Monday through Friday, February 25 - April 29 during open tour hours from 1-2 p.m. Waldman will be speaking at 6th in the City Shabbat on March 11. Click here for information about attending this service. Click here for more information about the exhibit. Click here for a Google Preview of the book and its art.
Ben Hatke had been at Politics and Prose this morning
For the record... and I assume they still have signed copies.
Thursday, February 17
Ben Hatke - Zita the Space Girl
10:30 a.m. In Hatke's exciting graphic novel, Zita hits a red button and launches her friend Joseph into space. She hits the button a second time and sends herself out to find Joseph. As she crosses the universe, Zita encounters monsters, alien friends, and strange situations. Zita is resourceful, funny, and determined to rescue Joseph and bring them both home. Ages 7-10
Matt Dembicki's Xoc picked up by Oni Press
City Paper's Best of DC poll opens
Weldon on comics, Mondello on Spider-Man musical
The Week In Comics: Palicki Is Prince, Spidey Gets Nubbly, Comics Are Doomed
by Glen Weldon
National Public Radio's Monkey See blog (February 17, 2011)
Mondello, Bob. 2011.
'Spider-Man': Don't Be So Quick To Write Off The Dark.
National Public Radio's All Things Considered (February 14).
Online at http://www.npr.org/2011/02/14/133653490/spider-man-dont-be-so-quick-to-write-off-the-dark and
http://pd.npr.org/anon.npr-mp3/npr/atc/2011/02/20110214_atc_11.mp3 and http://www.npr.org/templates/transcript/transcript.php?storyId=133653490
'Spider-Man' Shrugs Off Critics' Venom
by Bob Mondello
National Public Radio's Monkey See blog (February 16, 2011)
http://www.npr.org/blogs/monkeysee/2011/02/16/133814532/spider-man-shrugs-off-critics-venom
'No Ordinary Family' superhero tv show article in Examiner
Wednesday, February 16, 2011
Comic Riffs talks to Stan Lee... because they CAN
By Michael Cavna
Washington Post Comic Riffs blog February 16 2011
http://voices.washingtonpost.com/comic-riffs/2011/02/stan_lee_reacts_to_big-screen.html
Washington-based NGO claims to have sent MLK comic book reprint to Egypt
MLK comic book lands in Egypt's Tahrir Square
By Shelia M. Poole
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution February 15 2011
http://www.ajc.com/news/atlanta/mlk-comic-book-lands-839857.html
2 books by local cartoonists debut today
Baltimore's Tim Kreider gave up his Baltimore City Paper cartoon gig, but Twilight of the Assholes a collection of his last cartoons is out from Fantagraphics. I love Kreider's work.
Post's Petri on the appeal of bookstores
The worst part about the Borders bankruptcy
http://voices.washingtonpost.com/compost/2011/02/the_worst_part_about_the_borde.html
Kung Fu Panda II, for the record UPDATED
Here's a press release about it, but it still doesn't explain what the Romans phrased as "who profits?"
Tuesday, February 15, 2011
Truitt on Last Mortal
By Brian Truitt, USA TODAY February 15 2011
http://www.usatoday.com/life/comics/2011-02-15-LastMortal_N.htm
PR: Tom Toles's Cartoon Caption Contest returns
The Tom Toles Cartoon Contest from The Washington Post returns! Here's how it works:
Editorial Cartoonist Toles has sketched a cartoon without a caption. To enter the contest, please post your suggestion caption(s) in the comment segment of the blog post below. You have until 11:59 p.m. ET on February 21.
Toles will read through all the entries and plans to announce a winner on Feb. 22. The prize is a print of that cartoon, signed by Tom Toles and including the caption suggested by the winner.
For the cartoon and official rules, go here: http://voices.washingtonpost.com/tomtoles/2011/02/tom_toless_cartoon_caption_con.html
Spongebob interviewed in Post, True Blood reviewed in Express
Mike Flugennock says, "I'm on Al Jazeera!"
(it's the February 15th blog page or this cartoon, if you're reading this months later)
Monday, February 14, 2011
Kill Shakespeare writers interviewed prior to Tuesday's Folger Library talk
by Mike Rhode on Feb. 14, 2011
http://www.washingtoncitypaper.com/blogs/artsdesk/books/2011/02/14/a-chat-with-kill-shakespeare-writers-anthony-del-col-and-conor-mccreery/
Cartoon dog mural owner loses lawsuit
Wag More Dogs mural lawsuit dismissed
Ben Giles
Washington Examiner (February 14 2011).
online at http://washingtonexaminer.com/local/virginia/2011/02/wag-more-dogs-mural-lawsuit-dismissed
Sunday, February 13, 2011
Feb 26: Nick Bertozzi and Jason Little at Big Planet Comics
Nick Bertozzi is signing his new book on Lewis and Clark at Big Planet Comics in Bethesda on February 26th from 4-6 pm, and he's accompanied by Jason Little, whose book Motel Art Improvement Service was one of my favorites of 2010.
Feb 16-21 Disney on Ice - Princess Wishes
That darn Baby Blues
Douglas Goralski
Washington Post February 12, 2011
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/02/11/AR2011021105971.html
All Galifianakis, all the time
Tom Toles, Richard Thompson and advice columnist Carolyn Hax (because we're tired of seeing Nick).
Continuing our posts about Nick Galifianakis, we note that man-about-town photographer Bruce Guthrie has 3 sets of pictures online from the Politics and Prose booksigning:
Presentation
Slideshow
Miscellaneous
Zadzooks review of Marvel videogame
by Joseph Szadkowski
Washington Times February 6, 2011
http://communities.washingtontimes.com/neighborhood/zadzooks/2011/feb/6/marvel-capcom-3-preview-game-play-interview-video/
Zadzooks: Dead Space 2 review includes comics mention
By Joseph Szadkowski
Washington Times February 10, 2011
http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2011/feb/10/zadzooks-dead-space-2-review/
Annapolis Capital to drop Peanuts for Arlo and Janis
By TOM MARQUARDT
Capital Gazette Communications
Published 02/13/11
http://www.hometownannapolis.com/news/opn/2011/02/13-02/Editors-Desk-Were-changing-a-comic-strip-be-gentle-with-me-folks.html
Pictures from Nick Galifianakis' book signing
Saturday, February 12, 2011
Nick Galifianakis interviewed on The SOP
By Judyth Piazza CEO (Editor)
The SOP February 11 2011
http://thesop.org/story/20110211/judyth-piazza-chats-with-nick-galifianakis-nationally-syndicated-cartoonist-and-author.html
Comic Riffs interviews the Illusionist
By Michael Cavna
Washington Post Comic Riffs blog February 11 2011
http://voices.washingtonpost.com/comic-riffs/2011/02/the_riffs_interview_illusionis.html
OT: National Geographic history
Nick Galifianakis on NPR today
Scott Simon
National Public Radio's Weekend Edition Saturday February 12, 2011
http://www.npr.org/2011/02/12/133693685/cartoonist-sees-bad-relationships-in-a-funny-way
http://pd.npr.org/anon.npr-mp3/npr/wesat/2011/02/20110212_wesat_09.mp3
Last night's booksigning at Politics and Prose was a success with the book selling out, but P&P will have Nick in to sign more copies next week so you can still get a signed copy. They take phone orders too.
Friday, February 11, 2011
PR: Explore the world of Carla Speed McNeil's Finder at FinderComics.com!
Lose yourself in a world beyond your wildest dreams…
Since 1996, Finder has set the bar for science–fiction storytelling, with a lush, intricate world and compelling characters. Now, Dark Horse is proud to present the first three story arcs of Carla Speed McNeil's groundbreaking series in a single, affordably priced volume!
The following summaries are organized by story arc. "Sin-Eater," "King of the Cats," and "Talisman" are collected in Finder Library Volume 1.
For the ongoing story of Jaeger & co., check out the original graphic novel Finder: Voice and other upcoming volumes from Dark Horse Books.
Nick Galifianakis Book Signing at Politics and Prose
See you there, Nick
http://www.politics-prose.com/
Washington Post picks up Donna Lewis comic strip
'The Oscar Nominated Short Films' reviewed in City Paper
Too-affable Ed Helms at an insurance convention, plus the academy's favorite nuggets
By Tricia Olszewski on
Washington City Paper February 11, 2011
An Oscar Film Festival, All in One Screening
By A. O. Scott
February 11, 2011
'Gnomeo and Juliet' reviews in local papers
By Sean O'Connell
Washington Post February 11, 2011
http://www.washingtonpost.com/gog/movies/gnomeo-and-juliet,1174427/critic-review.html
Kristen Page-Kirby
[Washington Post] Express February 11, 2011
http://www.expressnightout.com/content/2011/02/gnomeo-and-juliet-shakespeare-adaptation.php
Sally Kline
Washington Examiner February 11 2011
http://washingtonexaminer.com/entertainment/movies/2011/02/gnomeo-and-juliet-bard-and-balderdash
By STEPHEN HOLDEN
February 11, 2011
http://movies.nytimes.com/2011/02/11/movies/11gnomeo.html
Library of Congress Main Reading Room Open House on Presidents’ Day
LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
101 Independence Avenue SE
Washington, DC 20540
Phone: (202) 707-2905
Fax: (202) 707-9199
Email: pao@loc.gov
February 11, 2011
Public contact: Visitor Services (202) 707-8000, vso@loc.gov
Main Reading Room Open House on Presidents' Day
Twice each year, the Library of Congress opens its magnificent Main Reading Room for a special public open house. The winter open house will take place on the federal Washington's Birthday (Presidents' Day) holiday, Monday, February 21, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Main Reading Room is located on the first floor of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First Street, S.E. Washington, DC. The Main Reading Room will be open to general visitors, who will also be allowed to take pictures. Reference librarians will be available to demonstrate the Library's online resources and discuss access to the Library's vast onsite collections, including services and collections for use in family history research. No other reference services will be available and all other Library of Congress reading rooms and buildings will be closed.
The Thomas Jefferson Building also features The Great Hall and the Library of Congress Experience, which encompasses three exhibitions, including "Creating the United States." This exhibition offers a remarkable opportunity to learn in a fresh, new way how the founding documents that emerged from this period, such as the Declaration of Independence, Constitution, and Bill of Rights, were forged out of insight, invention, and creativity, as well as collaboration and much compromise. The Library of Congress Experience provides innovative access to rare cultural treasures in ways that inspire and engage.
Unreserved guided tours of the Thomas Jefferson Building will be offered at 9:30, 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. and at 1:30, 2:30 and 3:30 p.m. Public tours, which are limited to 40 people, are designed to accommodate individuals and families, not large groups. More information about the Library or tours is available at the orientation desks at www.loc.gov/visit/ or by calling (202) 707-8000.
The Library of Congress, the nation's oldest federal cultural institution, is the world's preeminent reservoir of knowledge, providing unparalleled integrated resources to Congress and the American people. Founded in 1800, the Library of Congress is the nation's oldest federal cultural institution. The Library seeks to spark imagination and creativity and to further human understanding and wisdom by providing access to knowledge through its magnificent collections, programs and exhibitions. Many of the Library's rich resources can be accessed through its website at www.loc.gov and via interactive exhibitions on a personalized website at myLOC.gov.
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Congressman John Lewis and staff member write comic book
Congress Meets Comic Books In Historic Graphic Novel
By Vaneta Rogers
Newsarama 09 February 2011
Thursday, February 10, 2011
Comic Riffs obituary for Disney animator
By Michael Cavna
Washington Post Comic Riffs blog February 10 2011
http://voices.washingtonpost.com/comic-riffs/2011/02/from_peter_pan_to_pirates_rip.html
Today in the NY Comic Times
Another Hirschfeld of Flowing Lines. But Bloodlines? That's a Puzzle.
By COREY KILGANNON
City Room blog February 9, 2011,
http://cityroom.blogs.nytimes.com/2011/02/09/a-hirschfeld-in-als-footsteps/
It's Collaboratin' Time: Spider-Man to Join the Fantastic Four
By DAVE ITZKOFF
February 9, 2011
http://artsbeat.blogs.nytimes.com/2011/02/09/its-collaboratin-time-spider-man-to\
-join-the-fantastic-four/
Animation Advocacy, Pixar Style
By MELENA RYZIK
February 10, 2011
http://www.nytimes.com/2011/02/10/movies/awardsseason/10bagger.html
Japan Debates Depictions of Young Girls in Comics
By HIROKO TABUCHI
February 10, 2011
http://www.nytimes.com/2011/02/10/business/global/10manga.html
Political cartoon book reviewed on The Hill
By Erika Niedowski
The Hill 02/10/11
http://thehill.com/capital-living/bookshelf/143397-no-laughing-matter-cartoons-shape-our-political-history
Caro on White Rapids
Nostalgic History: Pascal Blanchet's White Rapids
http://www.tcj.com/hoodedutilitarian/2011/02/15776/Friday: Nick Galifianakis book-signing
Tomorrow: Nick Galifianakis at Politics and Prose
Posted by Mike Rhode on Feb. 10, 2011