Events

Ben Passmore (Your Black Friend, Daygloayhole) and Ezra Claytan Daniels (Upgrade Soul) come together in the collaboration of our dreams with BTTM FDRS. Vault of Midnight is excited to present a pre-release book launch and signing with both Ben & Ezra. On the hunt for cheap rent, a pair of bohemians find themselves in a neglected, working class Chicago neighborhood. they soon discover that something wicked skulks within the walls of their newfound home. Confronting urban blight and displacement in a humorous, frightening, and thought provoking in a way that only this phenomenal creative duo can accomplish, BTTM FDRS is...

Ben Passmore (Your Black Friend, Daygloayhole) and Ezra Claytan Daniels (Upgrade Soul) come together in the collaboration of our dreams with BTTM FDRS. Vault of Midnight is excited to present a pre-release book launch and signing with both Ben & Ezra. On the hunt for cheap rent, a pair of bohemians find themselves in a neglected, working class Chicago neighborhood. They soon discover that something wicked skulks within the walls of their newfound home. Confronting urban blight and displacement in a humorous, frightening, and thought provoking in a way that only this phenomenal creative duo can accomplish, BTTM FDRS is...

HEROES CONVENTION was founded in 1982 by Shelton Drum, owner of Charlotte's Heroes Aren't Hard To Find comics shop. Since then the convention has become famous for its comics-first and family-friendly atmosphere, where fans can mingle directly with professionals and exhibitors. Boasting an incredible guest list built mainly on reputation and goodwill, HeroesCon is known nationwide as a "must" on the summer schedule, drawing fans, exhibitors, and creators from every region of the country to the Charlotte Convention Center. HeroesCon 2019 will be held on June 14-16, 2019! 

ALA Welcomes library professionals from around the world to the premier library event! No other event in the world offers a better opportunity to learn about current issues and trends in library and information science and technology than the ALA Annual Conference and Exhibition. Throughout the conference, attendees participate in events, hear inspiring speakers, and learn from thought leaders and colleagues at more than 500 programs and in-depth sessions. Topics covered include digital content, innovation, the library of the future, transformation, emerging trends, best practices, community engagement, leadership, and many more. You will also have an opportunity to visit more than...

The Festival, an event created by Lakewood Center for the Arts, is a major regional arts event located in Lake Oswego, Oregon. Lake Oswego is located 9 miles south of Portland, Oregon. The Festival presents the creative endeavors of recognized and emerging artists and enjoys an outstanding reputation for bringing special exhibits of quality and diversity to a weekend that is accessible to everyone. Attracting some 25,000 visitors during the three days of the event, the Festival includes several art exhibits, food booths, music, and fine art and craft. 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM Friday & Saturday June 21 &...

On Wednesday, June 26th The Beguiling welcomes author  VIKEN BERBERIAN to the store in celebration of the release of his new book (with artist Yann Kebbi) THE STRUCTURE IS ROTTEN, COMRADE from Fantagraphics! Viken will be in attendance to talk about the book, answer questions and sign your very own copy of The Structure Is Rotten,  Comrade!! It all starts at 7PM here in our gallery space! See you then!

The preeminent art comics anthology returns with the first new volume since 2016! This new, oversized volume is certain to turn heads, with some of the very best cartoonists in the world contributing new pieces! Join us in the Rare Book Room as we celebrate this publication with several of the contributors, including Sammy Harkham, Lale Westvind, Kim Deitch, Dash Shaw, David Collier, Christopher Forgues, and Connor Willumsen! They'll be joined in conversation by moderator Dan Nadel, founder of Picturebox and former editor of The Comics Journal.

A young man’s arrogance and ambition collide with revolutionary politics in a visually groundbreaking graphic novel. Enter Yerevan, the capital of Armenia — a city in ruins. Wrecking balls swing wildly and cement trucks race through congested streets. Aspiring architect Frunz and his father, the renowned builder known as Mr. Cement, plan to level Yerevan’s historic landmarks and flood the city with Trumpian high-rises. But this plan outrages the citizens of Yerevan, who rise up in Revolution. Amid the ensuing chaos, only one thing is certain: Frunz must brave the streets swarming with rebels in search of the Golden Mean....

Artist Talk & Book Signing: Simon Hanselmann Thursday, July 11, 2019: 7:00 - 8:30 PM | Get your hands on an early copy of Bad Gateway by joining us at the Museum for an artist talk & book signing with Simon Hanselmann! Graphic artist Simon Hanselmann will discuss his personal background and the genesis of his well-known comic book series, Megg, Mogg & Owl. Then he’ll join BAM’s Executive Director & Chief Curator Ben Heywood in conversation about his new book and exhibition, Bad Gateway. The talk will be followed by a Bad Gateway book signing. The new book will...

Harvard Book Store welcomes acclaimed writer VIKEN BERBERIAN—author of The Cyclist and Das Kapital—for a discussion of his latest work, The Structure is Rotten, Comrade, a graphic novel featuring illustrations by YANN KEBBI. Special note: Viken Berberian will also be selling his novels The Cyclist and Das Kapital at this event. 100% of the proceeds from the sale of the novels will go to Historic Boston, for the preservation and redevelopment of at-risk historic buildings in the Boston area. More information can be found at https://historicboston.org/ About The Structure is Rotten, Comrade Enter Yerevan, the capital of Armenia—a city in ruins. Wrecking balls swing wildly and cement trucks race through congested streets. Aspiring architect Frunz and...