Third Annual CosmicCon Lands at the Leon County Public Library

In addition to events, citizens can submit their best pet cosplay photos for a chance to win prizes, and themed grab-and-go swag bags with fun and engaging crafts and activities for all ages will be available at all Library locations starting August 14. 

Our out-of-this-world CosmicCon programming includes: 

• Saturday, August 14 at 11 a.m., “Library Lecture Series: Drawing with Whimsy and Magic” – Kick off CosmicCon with a look inside the whimsical world of local illustrator Elizabeth Lampman Davis during this in-person discussion. The lecture will include a demonstration of her creative process from first sketch to final image. Citizens can also attend the lecture live via Zoom.
• Monday, August 16 at 6:30 p.m., “How to Create a Mini Comic with Nathan Archer” – Learn the ins and outs of comic book creation from local artist Nathan Archer as you write, draw, and produce your very own mini comic during this virtual program.
• Thursday, August 19 at 6:30 p.m., “You Can’t Believe Your Eyes with the National MagLab” – Enjoy optical illusions and hands-on experiments during this virtual program with the National MagLab.
• Saturday, August 21 at 11 a.m., “Monsters and Magic: Card Illustration with Christopher Burdett” – Hear from local artist Christopher Burdett about creating monsters for Magic the Gathering and how this expanded his career. This virtual event will be followed by a Q&A session. 

For a complete list of programming and to register for an event, visit LeonCountyLibrary.org/CosmicCon.