Showing posts with label UPCOMING EVENT. Show all posts
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Wednesday, November 01, 2023

Nov 16: Emily Bowen Cohen at Arlington Library

 Author Talk: Emily Bowen Cohen

Join us for a presentation from author Emily Bowen Cohen about her novel "Two Tribes."

Cohen will reflect on themes common to Indigenous and Jewish American experiences such as the importance of places that feel like home, historical persecution and oppression, and cultural traditions using her own illustrations and comic panels. 

 Audience Q&A and book signing to follow. Books will be available for sale, courtesy of Hooray for Books!

RSVP for an event reminder. Attendance is first-come, first-served until seating capacity is reached. 

For more information, contact 703-228-6545

Date:
Thursday, November 16, 2023
Time:
6:30pm - 8:00pm
Location:
Campbell Room
Library:
Shirlington Library
Audience:
Events for Adults Events for High Schoolers Events for Middle Schoolers
Categories:
Author Talk
Calendar:
Arlington Public Library

Register or RSVP Join Us Nov. 16

About the book

This debut graphic novel embraces the complexity, meaning, and deep love that comes from being part of two vibrant tribes. Mia is still getting used to living with her mom and stepfather, and to the new role their Jewish identity plays in their home. Feeling out of place at home and at her Jewish day school, Mia finds herself thinking more and more about her Muscogee father, who lives with his new family in Oklahoma. Her mother doesn’t want to talk about him, but Mia can’t help but feel like she’s missing a part of herself without him in her life.

About the author

Emily Bowen Cohen won a WORD artist grant in 2016 to create the mini-comic, An American Indian Guide to the Day of Atonement. She was an Inquiry fellow at American Jewish University and also participated in the Reciprocity retreat through Asylum Arts. She graduated from Harvard University with a degree in Visual and Environmental Studies.

Tuesday, August 08, 2023

Finding Comic Books and Newspapers at the 2023 National Book Festival

(updated with Sara Shepard)

Finding Comic Books and Newspapers at the 2023 National Book Festival

August 8, 2023

Posted by: Malea Walker

 https://blogs.loc.gov/headlinesandheroes/2023/08/finding-comic-books-and-newspapers-at-the-2023-national-book-festival/

This year's National Book Festival will take place on August 12, 2023, at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. Every year we are treated to the opportunity of seeing some our favorite authors and creators at the National Book Festival. The Festival also includes tables and pavilions with fun activities and giveaways. This year you will be able to learn more about the Library's collections of comic books and newspapers at the Library of Congress Pavilion, and hear from some incredible authors and artists at the six other stages. Don't miss your chance to see these presentations at the National Book Festival!

 
Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden greets visitors on the expo floor at the National Book Festival, September 1, 2018. Photo by Shawn Miller/Library of Congress.

At the Library of Congress Pavilion, Hall DE (Level 2, North Building)

Comics Come Alive! 10:15am-10:45am

"Did you know that the Library of Congress has one of the largest publicly accessible comic book collections in the world? Come see some highlights from the comic book collection and share your interests!"

How Sara Shepard Made a Best Friend 10:20 am - 10:45 am EDT 

  • Fifth grade is full of surprises: good, bad, silly, weird—you name it. The first installment of a new middle grade series, Sara Shepard’s “Penny Draws a Best Friend External” follows young Penny Lowry as she navigates changing friendships, a family secret and her feelings of anxiety. Moderated by Carolyn Belefski.

Finding LGBTQIA+ Hidden History 11:45am-12:15pm

"Historic newspapers are a rich yet often overlooked resource when it comes to studying LGBTQIA+ history. This presentation provides recommended search tips and strategies, focusing primarily on the kinds of unique resources that can be found in our Chronicling America historic newspaper collection."

In addition to these presentations, you can find a table with more information about Chronicling America* and other historic newspaper collections staffed by librarians from the Newspaper & Current Periodical Reading Room. Our staff will be happy to help demonstrate search and browse features, and answer your questions.

And don't miss your chance for some hands-on creation of your own at our Zine table!

Logo created for "Library of Awesome" pop-up exhibit, June 2017.

Comic Book and Graphic Novel Presentations

Me, My Story, My Pictures with Jarrett J. Krosoczka and Pedro Martín, Discovery Stage, 11:40am-12:10pm

"What's it like to not only divulge the details of your life but also draw them for everyone to see?! Jarret J. Krosoczka's "Sunshine" follows his experience working at a camp for terminally ill children. "Mexikid" tracks Pedro Martín's journeys to Mexico to visit his grandfather. Through memorable text and art, we know more about these writers—and maybe ourselves. Moderated by Kahîn Mohammad."

What If?: Time Travel, Supervillains and Other Everyday Things with Jamar Nicholas and Nisi Shawl, Discovery Stage, 1:05pm-1:35pm

"What happens when magic becomes your everyday? Set in a world where superheroes and ordinary people coexist, Jamar Nicholas' graphic novel "Leon the Extraordinary" follows superpower-less Leon's mission to save his fifth grade class from an app that turns them into zombies. In Nisi Shawl's "Speculation," 10-year-old Winna embarks on a quest to break a family curse using wish-granting spectacles. Moderated by Megan Halsband."

Alan Gratz. Photo credit: Courtesy of the author.

Captain America and Alan Gratz: What More Do You Need? Discovery Stage, 2:30pm-2:55pm

"A human, a sidekick and a captain. What more do you need to become a superhero? Alan Gratz brings us a World War II adventure featuring Steve Rogers and Bucky Barnes up against an army of undead ghosts in "Captain America: The Ghost Army." Hear Gratz talk about superheroes and the real United States Ghost Army unit. Moderated by The Washington Post's David Betancourt."

Drawing Yaqui Delgado with Meg Medina and Mel Valentine Vargas, Discovery Stage, 3:10pm-4:10pm

"How do you add faces to characters you've never seen? Is it hard to draw a beloved novel? In this program artist Mel Valentine Vargas is joined by National Ambassador for Young People's Literature Meg Medina. Together they will share how they transformed Medina's "Yaqui Delgado Wants to Kick Your Ass" into this new graphic novel adaptation. Moderated by Monica Valentine."

Wednesday, July 19, 2023

7/22: Fantom Comics -Zine Reading, Zine Jamboree with Creatives Club

 From: Zinefest <dczinefest@gmail.com>


Good Morning,

On Saturday July 22nd we’re having a zine reading at Fantom Comics ( 2010 P St NW) starting at 7pm.  Sign up to read below:


It's 7/22, the opposite of PI, but nevertheless, audience's favorite zine gets a pie!  What a deal!


On Thursday July 27th, we're back at Fantom comicscollaborating with @creativesclubdc to hold a Zine Jamboree! Join us from 6 to 9 pm for all things zines. We'll have a zine collection show & tell, a showcase for zines you've made, & we'll bring some supplies for making some new zines!


Thanks to @cdinhart and @creativesclubdc for the cute poster art 

Best,
DCZine Fest

Friday, April 28, 2023

May 6: Juana Medina at Mt. Pleasant Neighborhood Library

Saturday, May 6 at 10:30 a.m.

Juana Medina

Elena Rides/ Elena Monta en Bici (A Dual Edition) / Ages 4-6

In-person at Mt. Pleasant Neighborhood Library

In partnership with DCPL. A limited number of free copies will be available.


Beginning readers—and beginning riders—will be drawn to this bright, buoyant story of a determined elephant and her loyal sidekick, from the award-winning creator of Juana & Lucas.

Details

Saturday, April 08, 2023

May 12: Ben Hatke at Scrawl Books

Meet Ben Hatke!

Fairy tale fans and graphic novel readers: This one's for you! Join us at Scrawl Books on Friday, May 12 at 6PM as we welcome Ben Hatke! We'll be celebrating the release of Reynard's Tale, Ben's all-new graphic novel for adults! This book is a departure from Ben's usual middle grade fare, but attendees of all ages are welcome at this event.

Event date: 
Friday, May 12, 2023 - 6:00pm
Event address: 
11911 Freedom Drive
Reston, VA 20190
Pre-Order Now Badge
Reynard's Tale: A Story of Love and Mischief By Ben Hatke Cover Image
$22.99
ISBN: 9781250857910
Availability: Coming Soon - Pre-Order Now
Published: First Second - April 18th, 2023

May 13: Steve Metzger at Hooray for Books!

Author Event: Steve Metzger

Steve Metzger will present and sign his latest book, The Bumble Brothers: Crazy for Comics!

Meet Walter and Christopher: the Bumble Brothers. These nine-year-old twins MUST have the latest comic book featuring their favorite superhero, Frabbit (1/2 frog & 1/2 rabbit). But Harold, the neighborhood bully, stands in their way. Featuring wacky misunderstandings, riddles that nobody gets, goofy puns, and silly fantasy sequences, this NEW graphic novel series will have kids laughing non-stop!

April 23: Jarrett Krosoczka - Sunshine: A Graphic Novel - A Live Reading at Arena Stage in partnership with DCPL and Arena Stage

Jarrett Krosoczka - Sunshine: A Graphic Novel - A Live Reading at Arena Stage in partnership with DCPL and Arena Stage

Sunday, April 23, 7:00 pm
Sunshine: A Graphic Novel By Jarrett J. Krosoczka, Jarrett J. Krosoczka (Illustrator) Cover Image
$14.99
ISBN: 9781338356311
Availability: Coming Soon—Pre-Order Now
Published: Graphix - April 18th, 2023

Hey, Kiddo: A Graphic Novel By Jarrett J. Krosoczka Cover Image
$14.99
ISBN: 9780545902489
Availability: In Stock—Click for Locations
Published: Graphix - October 9th, 2018

Click here to register. This is a free and open to the public event, however, registration is required. There will be limited walk- in registration if not at capacity.

Politics and Prose is delighted to partner with DC Public Library and Arena Stage for SUNSHINE: Live & Unabridged. Join National Book Award finalist Jarrett J. Krosoczka at Washington, D.C.'s historic Arena Stage for a live, unabridged reading brought to life via a multimedia presentation coupled with local performers. Part literary event, part experimental theater—this will be a truly remarkable evening!

Complimentary copies of SUNSHINE will be available courtesy of the DC Public Library Foundation. Copies are available on a first come, first serve basis while supplies last at the event only. Books will be pre-signed by the author. Books will not be available for pickup before or after the event on April 23rd.

This program is presented in conjunction with D.C. Public Library's Know Your Power contest, sponsored by Pepco. Teens are invited to submit an original work of writing, photography, illustration, or music that expresses their feelings on a social issue that matters to them. Click here for more information about Know Your Power.

Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater is a pioneer of the regional theater movement, and where multiple Broadway hits, including Dear Evan Hansen, Sweat, Next to Normal, and The Great White Hope, first premiered. Since 2005, Camp Arena Stage has nurtured artistic growth in young people aged 8-15, who discover their inner artists through dance, drama, writing, movie making, and more. Click here for more information on the 2023 Camp Arena Stage programs, which begin June 26.

About the Book:

The extraordinary—and extraordinarily powerful—follow-up to Hey, Kiddo.

When Jarrett J. Krosoczka was in high school, he was part of a program that sent students to be counselors at a camp for seriously ill kids and their families. Going into it, Jarrett was worried: Wouldn't it be depressing to be around kids facing such a serious struggle? Wouldn't it be grim?

But instead of the shadow of death, Jarrett found something else at Camp Sunshine: the hope and determination that gets people through the most troubled of times. Not only was he subject to some of the usual rituals that come with being a camp counselor (wilderness challenges, spooky campfire stories, an extremely stinky mascot costume), but he also got a chance to meet some extraordinary kids facing extraordinary circumstances. He learned about the captivity of illness, for sure but he also learned about the freedom a safe space can bring.

Now, in his follow-up to the National Book Award finalist Hey, Kiddo, Jarrett brings readers back to Camp Sunshine, so we can meet the campers and fellow counselors who changed the course of his life.

About the Author:

Jarrett J. Krosoczka is the New York Times bestselling author/illustrator behind more than forty books for young readers, including his wildly popular Lunch Lady graphic novels, select volumes of the Star Wars™: Jedi Academy series, and Hey, Kiddo, which was a National Book Award Finalist. Krosoczka creates books with humor, heart, and deep respect for his young readers—qualities that have made his titles perennial favorites on the bookshelves of homes, libraries, and bookstores over the past twenty years.

Ages 13+

The Arlene and Robert Kogod Cradle at Arena Stage
1101 6th Street Southwest
WashingtonDC 20024

Friday, March 10, 2023

April 27: Arlington Reads: Jerry Craft

Arlington Reads: Jerry Craft



"Get Graphic" with Jerry Craft

Join us for a conversation between author Jerry Craft and Library Division Chief Peter Petruski about Jerry Craft's novel "New Kid," and the newest installment "School Trip." 

The conversation will be followed by an audience Q&A and a book signing.

RSVP for an event reminder. Attendance is first-come, first-served until seating capacity is reached.

The event will also be livestreamed and available as a recording for 30 days on Arlington County's Youtube channel; please RSVP to receive the online link. 

For more information, contact LibraryPrograms@arlingtonva.us

For our current policies on masking, please see our Library Operations Update.

Date:
Thursday, April 27, 2023
Time:
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Location:
Barbara M. Donnellan Auditorium
Library:
Central Library
Audience:
Events for High Schoolers Events for Middle Schoolers
Categories:
Author Talk
Calendar:
Arlington Public Library

Registration is required. There are 160 in-person seats available. There are 484 online seats available.

About the book

Seventh grader Jordan Banks loves nothing more than drawing cartoons about his life. But instead of sending him to the art school of his dreams, his parents enroll him in a prestigious private school known for its academics, where Jordan is one of the few kids of color in his entire grade.

As he makes the daily trip from his Washington Heights apartment to the upscale Riverdale Academy Day School, Jordan soon finds himself torn between two worlds—and not really fitting into either one. Can Jordan learn to navigate his new school culture while keeping his neighborhood friends and staying true to himself?

Universal Pictures has acquired film rights to New Kid, with LeBron James' The Spring Hill Company on board to develop and produce. Craft will be an Executive Producer.

About the author

Jerry Craft is the New York Times bestselling and Newbery Medal winning author of the graphic novel, New Kid.  His second graphic novel, Class Act, publishes on October 6, 2020. Craft is also the creator of Mama's Boyz, an award-winning comic strip which won the African American Literary Award five times. He is a cofounder of the Schomburg Center's Annual Black Comic Book Festival. He received his BFA from the School of Visual Arts.

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Wednesday, September 04, 2019

Sept 18: J-Film: Drowning Love

Note this is based on a comic.


Come to the JICC for a FREE Japanese film!
Come to the JICC for a FREE Japanese film!
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J-Film: Drowning Love
J-Film:
Drowning Love
September 18 - 6:30 PM
Based on the best-selling comic "Oboreru Knife" by George Asakura
Winner of Best New Actress, 2016 Kinema Junpo Awards
Natsume, a teenage fashion model moving from Tokyo, spends the days without any dreams or excitement. After meeting Koichiro, successor of a Shinto priest family, she finds herself falling under his spell. Both separately and together, she tries to find her place in life through the relationship with Koichiro.
Starring Nana Komatsu, Masaki Suda, Daiki Shigeoka
In Japanese with English subtitles | Not Rated | 2016 | 111 min | Directed by Yuki Yamato
Registration required
Image: © George Asakura,KODANSHA/"Oboreru Knife"Production Committee
Presented with Japan Commerce Association of Washington, D.C., Inc.
Japan Commerce Association of Washington, D.C., Inc.

J-Film: Drowning Love


September 18th, 6:30 PM
Venue name: Japan Information & Culture Center, Embassy of Japan
Venue address: 1150 18th Street Northwest
This event is free and open to the public, but registration is required.
In the event of a cancellation, please contact us at jicc@ws.mofa.go.jp.
Program begins at 6:30PM.
Doors open 30 minutes before the program. No admittance after 7:00PM or once seating is full.

Registered guests will be seated on a first come, first served basis. Please note that seating is limited and registration does not guarantee a seat.

The JICC reserves the right to use any photograph/video taken at any event sponsored by JICC without the expressed written permission of those included within the photograph/video.
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