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    <title>Hawthorne High School Comic Convention</title>
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      <name>Big Apple Convention</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/marty/thread/c85400bb-fef9-4467-9bcd-96cd6f3765dd</id>
    <updated>2007-08-29T13:16:09Z</updated>
    <published>2007-05-08T21:06:34Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;The Hawthorne High School Comic Convention
&lt;br/&gt;arrives this Saturday with many new comic creators
&lt;br/&gt;added to the guest list!
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;The Hawthorne High School Comic Convention arrives this Saturday May 
&lt;br/&gt;12th from 10am â€“ 4pm. With a guest line up all but the biggest comic 
&lt;br/&gt;conventions would be envious of, the school looks forward to its 
&lt;br/&gt;greatest convention ever.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Here are some of the most recent additions to the guest list:
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Mike Oeming (Powers, Cross Bronx)
&lt;br/&gt;Mark Texiera (Black Panther)
&lt;br/&gt;Ivan Brandon (NYC Mech, Cross Bronx)
&lt;br/&gt;Andy MacDonald (NYC Mech)
&lt;br/&gt;Rags Morales (Identity Crisis)
&lt;br/&gt;Tom Raney (Civil War, Uncanny X Men)
&lt;br/&gt;Rich Buckler Sr. (almost every character at DC &amp;amp; Marvel!!!)
&lt;br/&gt;Dennis Calero (X Factor)
&lt;br/&gt;Bob Smith (Batman)
&lt;br/&gt;Mercy Van Vlack (Richie Rich, Evolution Comics)
&lt;br/&gt;Ken Gale (Creepy, Good Guys, Nuff Said)
&lt;br/&gt;Chris Moreno (Sidekick, WW Hulk: Frontline)
&lt;br/&gt;M. Sean McManus
&lt;br/&gt;Rob Granito
&lt;br/&gt;Louis Small Jr. (Vamparella)
&lt;br/&gt;Bob Hardin (Sgt. Rock)
&lt;br/&gt;Buddy Scalera (7 Days to Fame)
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;This is in addition to the amazing guests we already booked:
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Gene Colan (Dracula, Daredevil, Batman)
&lt;br/&gt;Jim Salicrup (Editor Papercutz, Marvel)
&lt;br/&gt;Danny Fingeroth (Editor Marvel, Write Now)
&lt;br/&gt;Mark Schultz (Cadillacâ€™s &amp;amp; Dinosaurs, Prince Valiant)
&lt;br/&gt;Joe Sinnott (Fantastic Four, Spiderman)
&lt;br/&gt;Ian Dorian (painter, penciller, sculptor)
&lt;br/&gt;Guy Dorian (painter, penciller)
&lt;br/&gt;Scott Roberts (Pattycake, Nickelodeon, Prince Valiant)
&lt;br/&gt;Tania Del Rio (Sabrina)
&lt;br/&gt;Joe Giella (Tent.) (Batman, Green Lantern, Flash and Americaâ€™s 
&lt;br/&gt;sweetheart Mary Worth)
&lt;br/&gt;Rudy Nebres (Vamperilla, Creepy, Eerie)
&lt;br/&gt;Doug Baron (penciller, Kubert School teacher)
&lt;br/&gt;Tommy Castillo (Batman, Toe Tags, duCret School teacher)
&lt;br/&gt;Paulo Rivera (painter Marvel)
&lt;br/&gt;Daniel Reed (Retro Dead)
&lt;br/&gt;Mark Romanowski (painter, duCret School instuctor)
&lt;br/&gt;Mark Sparacio (painter, Miss Liberty)
&lt;br/&gt;John Workman (Heavy Metal, letterer extraordinary!)
&lt;br/&gt;Bob Wiacek (inker Marvel, DC)
&lt;br/&gt;Paul Banono (penciller)
&lt;br/&gt;Dave DeVries (painter, creator of Monster Engine)
&lt;br/&gt;Museum of Cartoon and Comic Art
&lt;br/&gt;Students from the Joe Kubert School
&lt;br/&gt;Melissa Goldberg (independent creator)
&lt;br/&gt;Caitlyn Flynn (independent creator)
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;The guests are not the only activity at the convention. Ken Gale will 
&lt;br/&gt;be moderating a panel at 3pm featuring comic creators from every era of 
&lt;br/&gt;comics. The panel will include comics great Gene Colan and be held in 
&lt;br/&gt;Room 111.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;We will have our yearly auction featuring original artwork, books and 
&lt;br/&gt;prints from some of the attending artists and items generously donated 
&lt;br/&gt;by Fantagraphics Books (a limited edition signed book by Neil Gaiman) 
&lt;br/&gt;and Eva Ink Publishing (items from Arthur Suydam and Michael Golden).  
&lt;br/&gt;Winnerâ€™s names will be drawn at 2:30 pm at the auction booth. You must 
&lt;br/&gt;be present at the time of the drawing to win!
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Here is the schedule of art lessons being offered at the show. Art 
&lt;br/&gt;supplies will be supplied by the school, except for painting supplies 
&lt;br/&gt;(you must bring your own).
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;ART LESSONS held in Room 122:
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;10:30am ANATOMY taught by Kubert School instructor Ian Dorian
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;11:30am CREATING COMICS FROM A â€“ Z taught by editors Danny Fingeroth 
&lt;br/&gt;(Write Now and Marvel) and Jim Salicrup (Papercutz, Marvel and Topps)
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;12:30 pm DRAWING MANGA taught by Sabrina the Teenage Witch artist Tania 
&lt;br/&gt;Del Rio
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;1:30pm PAINTING COMIC ART taught by duCret School instructor Mark 
&lt;br/&gt;Romanowski
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;There are a few dealer tables still available.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Here is all the info you will need to get to the convention:
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Hawthorne High School Comic Convention
&lt;br/&gt;Saturday May 12th, 2007
&lt;br/&gt;10am â€“ 4 pm
&lt;br/&gt;Hawthorne High School
&lt;br/&gt;160 Parmelee Avenue
&lt;br/&gt;Hawthorne, NJ 07506
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Admission is only $3!
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;If youâ€™re driving MAPQUEST is great for directions. You can get to 
&lt;br/&gt;convention from NYC by taking NJ Transit from Penn Station, just a 
&lt;br/&gt;30-minute ride from midtown.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Wonderful food is available within walking distance in Hawthorne and 
&lt;br/&gt;with so much going on plan to stay for the day.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;This will be a very special day for the school and students, for the 
&lt;br/&gt;comic creators and for you the fans. For more information, or dealer 
&lt;br/&gt;tables contact Allan Rosenberg at: alllal@aol.com.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Our web page is at the Big Apple Conventions website: bigapplecon.com.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;We send our get well wishes to our best friend Irwin Hasen!!!!!!!!!!&lt;/div&gt;
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    <title>New York Comic Con 2007</title>
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      <name>abeanstalk</name>
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    <updated>2007-03-02T16:29:57Z</updated>
    <published>2007-03-02T16:29:57Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;http://www.newsarama.com/&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2007-03-02T16:29:57Z</dc:date>
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    <title>SDCC</title>
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      <name>abeanstalk</name>
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    <updated>2006-08-02T21:11:23Z</updated>
    <published>2006-06-16T17:32:42Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;I just received my program for the San Diego Comic Convention.
&lt;br/&gt;Looks fun.&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2006-06-16T17:32:42Z</dc:date>
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    <title>link for conventions</title>
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      <name>abeanstalk</name>
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    <updated>2006-04-22T19:13:18Z</updated>
    <published>2006-04-22T19:13:18Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;http://www.comicbookconventions.com/&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2006-04-22T19:13:18Z</dc:date>
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    <title>nice</title>
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      <name>abeanstalk</name>
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    <updated>2006-04-07T17:38:20Z</updated>
    <published>2006-04-07T17:38:20Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;http://www.comicon.com/index.html&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2006-04-07T17:38:20Z</dc:date>
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    <title>SDCC</title>
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      <name>abeanstalk</name>
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    <updated>2006-03-23T14:44:12Z</updated>
    <published>2006-03-23T14:44:12Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Comic-Con International, commonly known as Comic-Con or the San Diego Comic-Con, is an annual multigenre convention founded in 1970 by Shel Dorf. It is traditionally a four-day event (Thursday through Sunday) held during the summer in San Diego, California, at the San Diego Convention Center.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Originally showcasing comic books and film, the convention has expanded over the years with exhibits on other popular arts, including science fiction, fantasy, animation, collectible card games and video games. The convention is the largest of its kind in the United States, with an estimated 104,000 individual attendees in 2005. In 2006, the convention will take place from July 20 to July 23.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Since 1974, Comic-Con International has bestowed its annual Inkpot Award to guests as well as to members of Comic-Con's Board of Directors and convention committee. It is additionally the home of the comic-book industry's Will Eisner Awards
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Contents 
&lt;br/&gt;1 History 
&lt;br/&gt;2 Events 
&lt;br/&gt;3 Trivia 
&lt;br/&gt;4 See also 
&lt;br/&gt;5 External links 
&lt;br/&gt; 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;History
&lt;br/&gt;Having originated in the basement of the U.S. Grand Hotel with an estimated attendance of 300 people, according to the 2005 souvenir book, Comic-Con has grown to a massive annual event featuring guests from a variety of comic book, film and pop-culture industries.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Events
&lt;br/&gt;Along with panels, seminars, and workshops with comic book professionals, there are previews of upcoming feature films, portfolio review sessions with top comic book and video game companies, and such evening events as awards ceremonies and the Masquerade, a costume contest.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Traditional events include an eclectic film program, screening rooms devoted to Japanese animation, gaming, and the Comic-Con International: Independent Film Festival, as well as cartoonist Scott Shaw's "Oddball Comics" slideshow and animation expert Jerry Beck's Friday-night program featuring TV's "worst cartoons ever".
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Like most comic book conventions, Comic-Con features a large floorspace for exhibitors. These include comic-book dealers (both local and otherwise), media companies (the largest of which were, in 2005, DC Comics and Lucasfilm) and other merchants.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Like most large comics conventions, Comic-Con includes an autograph area where fans can meet media stars, and an "artists' alley" where comics artists can sign autographs and sell or do free sketches for fans. Despite the name, artists' alleys can include writers and even models.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;The San Diego Comic-Con is the name of the non-profit organization that organizes and puts on the convention. Comic-Con International also puts on two other conventions, WonderCon and the Alternative Press Expo (APE), both held in San Francisco, California.
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Trivia
&lt;br/&gt;In 2002, Ben Affleck and Arnold Schwarzenegger ran into each other [as in "met" or "collided"? unclear] as they were being led through the back areas to separate panels promoting their then-upcoming movies Daredevil and Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines.[citation needed]
&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/div&gt;
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    <title>NY Comic Con</title>
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    <updated>2006-03-15T15:50:00Z</updated>
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    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;The New York Comic Convention recently was a great example of what the San Diego Convention is like.
&lt;br/&gt;There was not a lot of negativity. New Yorkers, as myself, who are in a routine and maybe can get in bad moods sometimes, were energized by the visuals and the whole atmosphere of it all.
&lt;br/&gt;There was a great influx of out of towners, and everyone seemed at peace. I even had a chance to reaquaint with some who have been out of touch for very long and be together with people who I may not have gotten along with in the past.
&lt;br/&gt;It seemed no matter what someone's niche was or what they were looking for, there was a great time for everyone who went.&lt;/div&gt;
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    <title>Costume contest</title>
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    <updated>2006-01-02T23:54:25Z</updated>
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    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;The entries get better every year.
&lt;br/&gt;Seems to almost eclipse the comics and guest themselves.
&lt;br/&gt;Nice that the program interview the fans, who are sometimes as interesting as the celebs.&lt;/div&gt;
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    <title>Where you love being conned. :)</title>
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    <updated>2005-07-26T15:36:31Z</updated>
    <published>2005-07-26T15:36:31Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;SDCC 
&lt;br/&gt;Each year Comic&amp;amp;#8209;Con International is the source for breaking news in the world of comics and popular culture. In 2004, comics fans got sneak peeks at everything from the shocking twists in Avengers and Green Lantern: Rebirth, while movie fans were treated to Lucasfilm’s exclusive announcement of the third Star Wars title, Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith. The 2005 convention promises even greater surprises, with the largest programming schedule covering the most diverse topics of any comics and popular arts convention in the world. 
&lt;br/&gt; 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Because CCI has the largest gathering of comics fans in one location, the show also features the largest contingent of comics publishers anywhere. That means companies such as DC Comics, Marvel, Dark Horse, Image, IDW, Oni Press, SLG, TwoMorrows, and countless other independent and small press publishers will be on hand to discuss their upcoming titles. Past programming events have also featured super cool giveaways you couldn’t find anywhere else, so you never know what these publishers will have in store for 2005. 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;But Comic&amp;amp;#8209;Con programs encompass much more than company projects. They focus on the whole spectrum of the comics world, from current and classic mainstream and alternative comic books to graphic novels, newspaper comics, web comics, and more. Hands-on seminars and demonstrations about the craft also add to CCI’s educational mandate, including workshops on everything from writing and drawing comics to coloring and self-publishing your own books. 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;In 2005 the indomitable Mark Evanier returns with a full roster of events, including a groundbreaking special panel on comics blogging. He’s also presenting the ever-popular Quick Draw, cartoon improv at its finest; this is one of CCI’s most lively and fun events, so expect another great turnout. Evanier will also moderate his usual assortment of animation-oriented discussions as well as spotlight panels featuring CCI’s Golden and Silver Age comics guests, plus the traditional Jack Kirby Tribute. 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Speaking of history, Comic&amp;amp;#8209;Con is one of the few comics conventions that is committed to celebrating both current and past comics with panels spotlighting special themes. This year these themes include the 50th anniversaries of Little Archie, the 25th anniversary of the New Teen Titans, and the 10th anniversaries of both Stray Bullets and Johnny the Homicidal Maniac. 
&lt;br/&gt;Will Eisner 
&lt;br/&gt;Remembered 
&lt;br/&gt;Comic&amp;amp;#8209;Con International will be celebrating the long life, career, and enduring contributions of our friend Will Eisner with multiple events. Eisner, the dean of graphic novels, was a guiding force in comics and a fixture at Comic&amp;amp;#8209;Con International; he passed away on January 3, 2005. 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;During the Comic Arts Conference (CAC), the leading academic format for discussions on comics, papers and seminars are presented on a variety of comics- related topics. This year’s topics tentatively include: 
&lt;br/&gt;The Superhero Defined 
&lt;br/&gt;Super-villains in Pop Culture 
&lt;br/&gt;The Visual Language of Comics 
&lt;br/&gt;Superheroes and Philosophy 
&lt;br/&gt;Alternative Comics: An Emerging Literature 
&lt;br/&gt;Comics and Cinema 
&lt;br/&gt;Interrelationship of Industry and Art 
&lt;br/&gt;A Look at the Work of Art Spiegelman 
&lt;br/&gt;Masculinity and Adulthood in Comics 
&lt;br/&gt;Sin, Transgression and Redemption in Comics 
&lt;br/&gt;Comics’ View of the World 
&lt;br/&gt;Telling Comic Stories over Time 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;An incredible selection of SF/Fantasy authors and illustrators from Random House, Del Rey, Penguin, Pocket Books and other publishers will be in attendance. Special SF and fantasy programs are also abundant, with the added bonus of possibly scoring your favorite authors’ autographs in Comic&amp;amp;#8209;Con’s Autograph Area or at publisher booths in the Exhibit Hall. 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Additionally, the dean of American SF writers, Ray Bradbury, returns to Comic&amp;amp;#8209;Con on Saturday along with his dear friend, Ray Harryhausen, plus their mutual friend, Forry Ackerman. We’ll also celebrate the life and career of the “Dean of Science Fiction Artists” and a great friend to Comic&amp;amp;#8209;Con International, Frank Kelly Freas. Mr. Freas is recognized as the most prolific Science Fiction artist, and he passed away this past January. 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;At Comic&amp;amp;#8209;Con International, toy and action figure manufacturers meet directly with the consumer, and that means more fun for attendees. In addition to their presence in the giant Exhibit Hall, many of these same companies, designers, and sculptors—such as McFarlane Toys, Hasbro, and many others—participate in action figure programs along with ActionFigureInsider.com’s Daniel Pickett (aka Julius Marx). These folks provide inside info on the entire toy-making process and sneak peeks at upcoming products. So whether you want to get a glimpse of new prototypes or score those hard-to-find and variant action figures, Comic&amp;amp;#8209;Con is a central location for any toy fan. 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Since the 1970s, Hollywood has found a summer home at Comic&amp;amp;#8209;Con International. This year will be no exception. Hang in there for some mind-blowing schedule info coming closer to the event. As always, this website is your first line on info for Comic&amp;amp;#8209;Con 2005! 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Last year Comic&amp;amp;#8209;Con had Smallville, Battlestar Galactica, and an exclusive sneak peek with the stars of Lost, and much more. In 2005, many popular networks with genre television series will be back, including the folks from SCI FI Channel. Fox, ABC, Warner Bros. Productions. Expect some old favorites and other sneak peeks of new shows coming in the Fall TV season, and also some old favorites on DVD. 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Craving cartoons? Comic&amp;amp;#8209;Con is walking with Cartoon Network, Nickelodeon, Disney, Warner Bros. Animation, the Jim Henson Company (celebrating their 50th anniversary this year), and many others for exclusive 2005 events and sneak previews. ASIFA, the worldwide organization dedicated to the art of animation, is also offering exclusive Comic&amp;amp;#8209;Con programs. Animation expert Jerry Beck returns with his popular nighttime program “Worst Cartoons Ever!” Also returning is Mark Evanier with his fan-fave “Cartoon Voices” event, this year plus a special return visit with the legendary Gary Owens. And for you late-night adults, Spike and Mike’s Sick and Twisted Festival of Animation is back with another mind-blowing screening! 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;From its humble beginnings as “Film Fest Friday” in 2000, the Comic&amp;amp;#8209;Con International Independent Film Festival enters its sixth year and continues to evolve. The CCI:IFF is now a juried event including trophies and prizes, and it features special programs geared toward both the new and seasoned indie filmmaker, such as Comic&amp;amp;#8209;Con Film School and sneak peeks at other indie films, plus some special nighttime screenings. Prizes for winners include scriptwriting software from The Wright Brothers, a subscription to Daily Variety’s up to date Variety Online and a special DVD pack from Creative Light Entertainment, the folks behind Comic Book The Movie. 
&lt;br/&gt;FANS UNITE! 
&lt;br/&gt;Meet with other fans in our special Fan Group Meetings Room. Click to see the schedule 
&lt;br/&gt;SUNDAY JULY 17 - Added program: 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;11:30-1:00 In Memoriam: Byron Preiss—Writer/publisher Byron Preiss was killed in an automobile accident on Saturday, July 9. Involved with the comics industry for more than 30 years, Preiss published some of the earliest graphic novels, including the Fiction Illustrated series, which featured work by Steranko, Ralph Reese, Steve Fabian and Tom Sutton. His latest endeavor was iBooks, which published Joe Kubert’s Yossel, Blacksaad, and novelizations featuring DC Comics super-heroes. Come and remember Byron and share your own stories with his friends, fans and co-workers. Room 22 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Comic&amp;amp;#8209;Con International is offering a whole summer curriculum of classes at this year’s event! In addition to the traditional Comic Book Law School 101, 102 and 103, featuring noted attorney Michael Lovitz’s seminars on copyright and legal issues, we’ll be offering the following seminars (And don’t worry---there will be NO pop quizzes!): 
&lt;br/&gt;Comic&amp;amp;#8209;Con Film School: Interested in making your own indie film? This popular feature of last year’s Comic&amp;amp;#8209;Con International Independent Film Festival offers a daily 90-minute class concerning filmmaking on all levels: beginner, intermediate and advanced. From the nuts and bolts of getting started to how to promote and market your film, this is the place to get the info you need! 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Webcomics: For the first time, CCI offers a major series of seminars involving this growing industry. Expect 3 classes over 3 days on getting started and featuring valuable info from seasoned professionals. 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Comic&amp;amp;#8209;Con Self-Publishing School: One of our most popular ongoing features is this series of seminars produced by our friends at Cold Cut Distribution. Learn how to go about self-publishing your own comics. Valuable tips and info from people who have been there, done that—and in a good way!—will help you make your own decisions on getting started or continuing on. 
&lt;br/&gt;In addition, you can count on seminars and demonstrations on many areas of craft, including writing, drawing, coloring and more! 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;But wait! There’s more, more, MORE! 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;CCI offers a vast array of other informative programs related to popular culture. Demonstrations on topics such as mold-making for plastics, panels on Mars exploration and voice-acting, seminars covering costuming and performing in masquerades, gaming workshops, art and writing panels—you name it, you can probably find it at Comic&amp;amp;#8209;Con. 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;A complete day-by-day schedule is available now! 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Once at the show, be sure to study the Events Guide and check out the room signs in the hallways for updated info onsite. The Comic&amp;amp;#8209;Con staff works right up until the first day of Comic&amp;amp;#8209;Con planning programs and events, so you never know what—or who—you might see! &lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2005-07-26T15:36:31Z</dc:date>
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  <entry>
    <title>SDCC</title>
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    <author>
      <name>abeanstalk</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/marty/thread/3025a45e-e8cc-4534-b51f-51e850c231f9</id>
    <updated>2005-07-26T15:35:51Z</updated>
    <published>2005-07-26T15:35:17Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Each year Comic&amp;amp;#8209;Con International is the source for breaking news in the world of comics and popular culture. In 2004, comics fans got sneak peeks at everything from the shocking twists in Avengers and Green Lantern: Rebirth, while movie fans were treated to Lucasfilm’s exclusive announcement of the third Star Wars title, Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith. The 2005 convention promises even greater surprises, with the largest programming schedule covering the most diverse topics of any comics and popular arts convention in the world. 
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&lt;br/&gt; 
&lt;br/&gt;Click for the new Comics-related Programming Article! 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Because CCI has the largest gathering of comics fans in one location, the show also features the largest contingent of comics publishers anywhere. That means companies such as DC Comics, Marvel, Dark Horse, Image, IDW, Oni Press, SLG, TwoMorrows, and countless other independent and small press publishers will be on hand to discuss their upcoming titles. Past programming events have also featured super cool giveaways you couldn’t find anywhere else, so you never know what these publishers will have in store for 2005. 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;But Comic&amp;amp;#8209;Con programs encompass much more than company projects. They focus on the whole spectrum of the comics world, from current and classic mainstream and alternative comic books to graphic novels, newspaper comics, web comics, and more. Hands-on seminars and demonstrations about the craft also add to CCI’s educational mandate, including workshops on everything from writing and drawing comics to coloring and self-publishing your own books. 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;In 2005 the indomitable Mark Evanier returns with a full roster of events, including a groundbreaking special panel on comics blogging. He’s also presenting the ever-popular Quick Draw, cartoon improv at its finest; this is one of CCI’s most lively and fun events, so expect another great turnout. Evanier will also moderate his usual assortment of animation-oriented discussions as well as spotlight panels featuring CCI’s Golden and Silver Age comics guests, plus the traditional Jack Kirby Tribute. 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Speaking of history, Comic&amp;amp;#8209;Con is one of the few comics conventions that is committed to celebrating both current and past comics with panels spotlighting special themes. This year these themes include the 50th anniversaries of Little Archie, the 25th anniversary of the New Teen Titans, and the 10th anniversaries of both Stray Bullets and Johnny the Homicidal Maniac. 
&lt;br/&gt;Will Eisner
&lt;br/&gt;Remembered
&lt;br/&gt;Comic&amp;amp;#8209;Con International will be celebrating the long life, career, and enduring contributions of our friend Will Eisner with multiple events. Eisner, the dean of graphic novels, was a guiding force in comics and a fixture at Comic&amp;amp;#8209;Con International; he passed away on January 3, 2005. 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt; 
&lt;br/&gt;During the Comic Arts Conference (CAC), the leading academic format for discussions on comics, papers and seminars are presented on a variety of comics- related topics. This year’s topics tentatively include: 
&lt;br/&gt;The Superhero Defined 
&lt;br/&gt;Super-villains in Pop Culture 
&lt;br/&gt;The Visual Language of Comics 
&lt;br/&gt;Superheroes and Philosophy 
&lt;br/&gt;Alternative Comics: An Emerging Literature 
&lt;br/&gt;Comics and Cinema 
&lt;br/&gt;Interrelationship of Industry and Art 
&lt;br/&gt;A Look at the Work of Art Spiegelman 
&lt;br/&gt;Masculinity and Adulthood in Comics 
&lt;br/&gt;Sin, Transgression and Redemption in Comics 
&lt;br/&gt;Comics’ View of the World 
&lt;br/&gt;Telling Comic Stories over Time 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;  
&lt;br/&gt;An incredible selection of SF/Fantasy authors and illustrators from Random House, Del Rey, Penguin, Pocket Books and other publishers will be in attendance. Special SF and fantasy programs are also abundant, with the added bonus of possibly scoring your favorite authors’ autographs in Comic&amp;amp;#8209;Con’s Autograph Area or at publisher booths in the Exhibit Hall. 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Additionally, the dean of American SF writers, Ray Bradbury, returns to Comic&amp;amp;#8209;Con on Saturday along with his dear friend, Ray Harryhausen, plus their mutual friend, Forry Ackerman. We’ll also celebrate the life and career of the “Dean of Science Fiction Artists” and a great friend to Comic&amp;amp;#8209;Con International, Frank Kelly Freas. Mr. Freas is recognized as the most prolific Science Fiction artist, and he passed away this past January. 
&lt;br/&gt; 
&lt;br/&gt;At Comic&amp;amp;#8209;Con International, toy and action figure manufacturers meet directly with the consumer, and that means more fun for attendees. In addition to their presence in the giant Exhibit Hall, many of these same companies, designers, and sculptors—such as McFarlane Toys, Hasbro, and many others—participate in action figure programs along with ActionFigureInsider.com’s Daniel Pickett (aka Julius Marx). These folks provide inside info on the entire toy-making process and sneak peeks at upcoming products. So whether you want to get a glimpse of new prototypes or score those hard-to-find and variant action figures, Comic&amp;amp;#8209;Con is a central location for any toy fan. 
&lt;br/&gt; 
&lt;br/&gt;Since the 1970s, Hollywood has found a summer home at Comic&amp;amp;#8209;Con International. This year will be no exception. Hang in there for some mind-blowing schedule info coming closer to the event. As always, this website is your first line on info for Comic&amp;amp;#8209;Con 2005! 
&lt;br/&gt; 
&lt;br/&gt;Last year Comic&amp;amp;#8209;Con had Smallville, Battlestar Galactica, and an exclusive sneak peek with the stars of Lost, and much more. In 2005, many popular networks with genre television series will be back, including the folks from SCI FI Channel. Fox, ABC, Warner Bros. Productions. Expect some old favorites and other sneak peeks of new shows coming in the Fall TV season, and also some old favorites on DVD. 
&lt;br/&gt; 
&lt;br/&gt;Craving cartoons? Comic&amp;amp;#8209;Con is walking with Cartoon Network, Nickelodeon, Disney, Warner Bros. Animation, the Jim Henson Company (celebrating their 50th anniversary this year), and many others for exclusive 2005 events and sneak previews. ASIFA, the worldwide organization dedicated to the art of animation, is also offering exclusive Comic&amp;amp;#8209;Con programs. Animation expert Jerry Beck returns with his popular nighttime program “Worst Cartoons Ever!” Also returning is Mark Evanier with his fan-fave “Cartoon Voices” event, this year plus a special return visit with the legendary Gary Owens. And for you late-night adults, Spike and Mike’s Sick and Twisted Festival of Animation is back with another mind-blowing screening! 
&lt;br/&gt; 
&lt;br/&gt;From its humble beginnings as “Film Fest Friday” in 2000, the Comic&amp;amp;#8209;Con International Independent Film Festival enters its sixth year and continues to evolve. The CCI:IFF is now a juried event including trophies and prizes, and it features special programs geared toward both the new and seasoned indie filmmaker, such as Comic&amp;amp;#8209;Con Film School and sneak peeks at other indie films, plus some special nighttime screenings. Prizes for winners include scriptwriting software from The Wright Brothers, a subscription to Daily Variety’s up to date Variety Online and a special DVD pack from Creative Light Entertainment, the folks behind Comic Book The Movie. 
&lt;br/&gt;FANS UNITE!
&lt;br/&gt;Meet with other fans in our special Fan Group Meetings Room. Click to see the schedule  
&lt;br/&gt;SUNDAY JULY 17 - Added program: 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;11:30-1:00 In Memoriam: Byron Preiss—Writer/publisher Byron Preiss was killed in an automobile accident on Saturday, July 9. Involved with the comics industry for more than 30 years, Preiss published some of the earliest graphic novels, including the Fiction Illustrated series, which featured work by Steranko, Ralph Reese, Steve Fabian and Tom Sutton. His latest endeavor was iBooks, which published Joe Kubert’s Yossel, Blacksaad, and novelizations featuring DC Comics super-heroes. Come and remember Byron and share your own stories with his friends, fans and co-workers. Room 22 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Comic&amp;amp;#8209;Con International is offering a whole summer curriculum of classes at this year’s event! In addition to the traditional Comic Book Law School 101, 102 and 103, featuring noted attorney Michael Lovitz’s seminars on copyright and legal issues, we’ll be offering the following seminars (And don’t worry---there will be NO pop quizzes!): 
&lt;br/&gt;Comic&amp;amp;#8209;Con Film School: Interested in making your own indie film? This popular feature of last year’s Comic&amp;amp;#8209;Con International Independent Film Festival offers a daily 90-minute class concerning filmmaking on all levels: beginner, intermediate and advanced. From the nuts and bolts of getting started to how to promote and market your film, this is the place to get the info you need! 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Webcomics: For the first time, CCI offers a major series of seminars involving this growing industry. Expect 3 classes over 3 days on getting started and featuring valuable info from seasoned professionals. 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Comic&amp;amp;#8209;Con Self-Publishing School: One of our most popular ongoing features is this series of seminars produced by our friends at Cold Cut Distribution. Learn how to go about self-publishing your own comics. Valuable tips and info from people who have been there, done that—and in a good way!—will help you make your own decisions on getting started or continuing on. 
&lt;br/&gt;In addition, you can count on seminars and demonstrations on many areas of craft, including writing, drawing, coloring and more! 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;But wait! There’s more, more, MORE!
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;CCI offers a vast array of other informative programs related to popular culture. Demonstrations on topics such as mold-making for plastics, panels on Mars exploration and voice-acting, seminars covering costuming and performing in masquerades, gaming workshops, art and writing panels—you name it, you can probably find it at Comic&amp;amp;#8209;Con. 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;A complete day-by-day schedule is available now!
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Once at the show, be sure to study the Events Guide and check out the room signs in the hallways for updated info onsite. The Comic&amp;amp;#8209;Con staff works right up until the first day of Comic&amp;amp;#8209;Con planning programs and events, so you never know what—or who—you might see! 
&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2005-07-26T15:35:17Z</dc:date>
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  <entry>
    <title>Love the Pic</title>
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    <author>
      <name />
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    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/marty/thread/483f5deb-960b-441e-848a-e240ea1207a6</id>
    <updated>2005-06-30T17:35:09Z</updated>
    <published>2005-06-29T23:49:54Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Hey Scott, love the pic of the fork man from the movie Mystery Men! My son loves that film- i have no idea why???????!&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2005-06-29T23:49:54Z</dc:date>
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  <entry>
    <title>Greetings Friends</title>
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    <author>
      <name>rodiron</name>
    </author>
    <id>http://tribes.tribe.net/marty/thread/aea4e124-497b-4424-9649-23f93825de72</id>
    <updated>2005-06-29T15:10:03Z</updated>
    <published>2005-06-29T02:45:07Z</published>
    <summary type="html">&lt;div&gt;Last time I was invited to a small tribe, it turned out to be run by my stalker. I guess the peristent little prick was trying to get the sheep on tribe to think I was stalking myself before he launched a flood attack on a friend's tribe. Sadly, people are just that stupid and his little scheme duped several of the more slow-witted lemmings I used to call friends. No big loss. How binding can expect a friendship to be when consumation consists of little more than a mouse click? 
&lt;br/&gt;
&lt;br/&gt;Anyway, good to see you both. I trust all is well. Off to the gym now.&lt;/div&gt;
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    <dc:date>2005-06-29T02:45:07Z</dc:date>
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