Kids Read Comics! http://mlatcomics.com/krc A Free Public Comics Convention June 12-13th! Thu, 05 Jan 2012 18:20:16 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 2009 jerzydrozd@gmail.com (Kids Read Comics!) jerzydrozd@gmail.com (Kids Read Comics!) 1440 http://mlatcomics.com/krc/images/krc_podcast_art_144.jpg Kids Read Comics! http://mlatcomics.com/krc 144 144 The audio component to the Kids Read Comics Convention--a free public comics event June 12-13th, 2009 in Chelsea, Michigan! The audio component to the Kids Read Comics Convention--a free public comics event June 12-13th, 2009 in Chelsea, Michigan! comics, conventions, webcomics, education, all ages, kids Kids Read Comics! Kids Read Comics! jerzydrozd@gmail.com no no Mark Your Calendar for Kids Read Comics in Ann Arbor, Michigan — July 7 & 8, 2012 http://mlatcomics.com/krc/mark-your-calendar-for-kids-read-comics-in-ann-arbor-michigan-july-7-8-2012 http://mlatcomics.com/krc/mark-your-calendar-for-kids-read-comics-in-ann-arbor-michigan-july-7-8-2012#comments Fri, 30 Sep 2011 01:16:23 +0000 danmishkin http://mlatcomics.com/krc/?p=843 We’re thrilled to announce that the next Kids Read Comics Celebration will be held at the Ann Arbor District Library on July 7 & 8, 2012. We’re excited to be working with AADL and other kid-and-teen-friendly organizations in downtown Ann Arbor, and we’re already hatching great ideas with our library partners.

We had 1100 kids, teens, and adults attend the 2011 KRCC in Chelsea, Michigan, with over 40 comic artist and writer guests, and we’re looking to top that in 2012. So mark your calendar, tell your friends, and come back to kidsreadcomics.org, or follow us on Facebook and Twitter, to get connected with the latest information!

]]> http://mlatcomics.com/krc/mark-your-calendar-for-kids-read-comics-in-ann-arbor-michigan-july-7-8-2012/feed 0 Wow! What an Event! http://mlatcomics.com/krc/wow-what-an-event http://mlatcomics.com/krc/wow-what-an-event#comments Wed, 22 Jun 2011 13:00:39 +0000 danmishkin http://mlatcomics.com/krc/?p=839 Kids Read Comics Celebration 2011 was an awesome event, with hundreds of kids and adults taking part in a spectacular couple of days’ worth of fun and exploration of the world of comics. Thanks to all of you who showed up and took part; to the Chelsea District Library, the Chelsea Center for the Arts, the River Gallery and other downtown businesses; and to our fantastic guests for running workshops, putting on presentations, and sharing their love of comics with kids and teens. We believe that comics can change lives for the better, and the proof was much in evidence last weekend.

Check back here for news of our 2012 event in Ann Arbor, and until then, keep reading comics!

]]> http://mlatcomics.com/krc/wow-what-an-event/feed 1 Download the Kids Read Comics 2011 Program! http://mlatcomics.com/krc/2011program http://mlatcomics.com/krc/2011program#comments Tue, 14 Jun 2011 03:44:21 +0000 admin http://mlatcomics.com/krc/?p=825 You can be prepared for all of the excitement of Kids Read Comics 2011 by downloading a handy PDF of our programming schedule featuring cover art by Jerzy Drozd and KRC guest Lauren Houser! Download now and plan your weekend ahead of the others!

In this program you will find:

  • A full timeline of events happening on Saturday and Sunday
  • A list of all of our guests
  • Maps of the artist alley areas
  • Maps of the areas where events and workshops will be taking place

This high-res and printable PDF weighs in at 20MB, so if you’re not on a high-speed internet connection, it may take some time to load. You might also try right- or control-clicking the image or link to save to your desktop.

Looking forward to seeing you at this year’s Kids Read Comics!

]]> http://mlatcomics.com/krc/2011program/feed 0 Kids Read Comics Podcast 06 – Comic Jam! at the River Gallery http://mlatcomics.com/krc/comicjam http://mlatcomics.com/krc/comicjam#comments Thu, 09 Jun 2011 14:26:12 +0000 admin http://mlatcomics.com/krc/?p=812 On top of all of the terrific events and programs we’re offering on June 18 and 19, KRC co-organizer Jerzy Drozd and Chelsea District Library Adult Services Librarian Sara Wedell worked with the Chelsea River Gallery to create a fine arts exhibition of comics called the Comic Jam! On the evening of June 18, you will be able to participate in a special artists reception at the River Gallery and meet some of the terrific participating artists, all of whom are guests at KRC!

Jerzy had a chance to sit down and talk with Deb Greer, the director of the River Gallery, to discuss how the exhibition came together and what surprises came out of putting on a fine arts show of comics.

We will be updating with more episodes soon, so Subscribe to the podcast!

]]> http://mlatcomics.com/krc/comicjam/feed 0 Guest Cancellation Notices http://mlatcomics.com/krc/guest-cancellation-notices http://mlatcomics.com/krc/guest-cancellation-notices#comments Wed, 08 Jun 2011 17:03:29 +0000 danmishkin http://mlatcomics.com/krc/?p=808 We regret to announce that we’ve just received word from Marc Sumerak and Frank Cammuso that neither will be able to attend Kids Read Comics next week, due to unforeseen circumstances. We hope to see both of them for our 2012 Celebration!

]]> http://mlatcomics.com/krc/guest-cancellation-notices/feed 0 Comics Art Exhibit at KRC! http://mlatcomics.com/krc/comicsjam http://mlatcomics.com/krc/comicsjam#comments Fri, 13 May 2011 17:34:37 +0000 admin http://mlatcomics.com/krc/?p=754 The list of exciting events keeps growing for KRC 2011! We’re proud to receive the generous support of the Chelsea River Gallery for a special fine art exhibition of comics art, guest curated by KRC co-organizer Jerzy Drozd!

The Comic Jam! exhibit opens May 28, 2011 and will feature works by KRC guests and other notable cartoonists who create works that speak to the audience that KRC endeavors to serve. You will be able to meet the participating artists throughout the day at the River Gallery on June 18, followed by a special reception from 6-8 pm the same day!

Here are the terrific artists included in the exhibit:

Our thanks to the River Gallery for opening their doors for this special event. It promises to be a whole lot of fun!

]]> http://mlatcomics.com/krc/comicsjam/feed 1 Win a Free Copy of Dave Roman’s Astronaut Academy! http://mlatcomics.com/krc/aakrc http://mlatcomics.com/krc/aakrc#comments Thu, 05 May 2011 15:41:06 +0000 admin http://mlatcomics.com/krc/?p=731 The 2011 Kids Read Comics Celebration is just around the corner! Help us spread the word and you can enter to win a free copy of KRC special guest Dave Roman’s highly anticipated new book, Astronaut Academy!

We’ll be giving away copies of Dave’s book — generously provided by publisher First Second — to KRC supporters who promote out June 18-19 event. Here’s what you need to do in order to be entered to win a copy:

  • Write a blog post promoting attendance at KRC 2011 in Chelsea.
  • Link back to http://kidsreadcomics.org using one of the handy banners provided below.
  • Say a few words about KRC on Twitter, Facebook, or Tumblr.
  • You must post a link to your blog or social media post on our Facebook page.

On June 1, 2011 we will randomly select a number of entries to receive an advance copy of Dave’s Astronaut Academy.

Good luck to all who enter!

A Free Comics Event June 12-13! A Free Comics Event June 12-13!
A Free Comics Event June 12-13! A Free Comics Event June 12-13!
A Free Comics Event June 12-13!
A Free Comics Event June 12-13!
A Free Comics Event June 12-13!

You can also check out daily behind-the-scenes art and writing posts from Astronaut Academy this month on Dave Roman’s Tumblr page!

]]> http://mlatcomics.com/krc/aakrc/feed 0 KRC 2011 Guest List is Being Assembled! http://mlatcomics.com/krc/guestlist01 http://mlatcomics.com/krc/guestlist01#comments Fri, 15 Apr 2011 19:06:17 +0000 admin http://mlatcomics.com/krc/?p=706 We’ve closed applications to table at KRC 2011. Thanks to everyone who applied! We’re happy to know that there are so many comics creators out there who share our mission of getting more kids involved in our medium. We’ve sent an email to all of the applicants with information on what to do next. If you applied for a table but did not receive an email from us, check your spam filter or get in touch with us at kidsreadcomics@gmail.com.

We will update the guest list over the course of the next week with some very exciting names in comics!

]]> http://mlatcomics.com/krc/guestlist01/feed 0 Kids Read Comics Celebration 2011 — Quick Facts http://mlatcomics.com/krc/kids-read-comics-celebration-2011-fact-sheet http://mlatcomics.com/krc/kids-read-comics-celebration-2011-fact-sheet#comments Wed, 30 Mar 2011 20:37:56 +0000 danmishkin http://mlatcomics.com/krc/?p=694 The third annual Kids Read Comics Celebration is here! And this is the essential information you need to know!

When…June 18 & 19, 10am-8pm on Saturday, noon-6pm on Sunday
Where…The Chelsea District Library, the Clocktower Commons and throughout the downtown business district
Who’s it for?
…Preschool through preteen
 ||Costume parade
||Superhero crafts
||Balloon artist and face painting artist
||Moon bounce
||Scavenger hunt
…Teens
||Giant drawing wall and interactive art events
||Cosplay classes and marketplace, plus Saturday evening costume contest and masquerade party
||Freestanding climbing tower
…Teachers and librarians
||Professional development workshops on Sunday
Plus…
Two artist alleys where you can meet comics and animation professionals
Hands-on comics workshops
Art demos and discussions
Free giveaway comics and books from DC Comics, Top Shelf Productions, Archaia Entertainment, and Sky-Dog Comics
 Portfolio review for youth and teen artists
Lunch with artists at Jet’s Pizza
Special artist reception at the Chelsea River Gallery on Saturday evening
See more on our Programming page or downloadable program (PDF)!
How much…
Admission to the Kids Read Comics Celebration is totally free on both days!

Many more details below. Check back here or on our Facebook page for possible last-minute program and guest changes, and point your friends to KidsReadComics.org and TeensReadComics.org so they can join the fun too!

]]> http://mlatcomics.com/krc/kids-read-comics-celebration-2011-fact-sheet/feed 0 Kids Read Comics Podcast 05 – Kids MAKE Comics Panel Discussion http://mlatcomics.com/krc/kidsmakecomics http://mlatcomics.com/krc/kidsmakecomics#comments Sun, 20 Mar 2011 18:02:22 +0000 admin http://mlatcomics.com/krc/?p=682 Hey, it’s a new KRC Podcast! And it’s a fun one, featuring some of the brilliant young people you’ll be able to meet at KRC 2011 in Chelsea, MI.

During the Kids Read Comics Extravaganza, a one-day event held on March 12 at the Ann Arbor Art Center, Jerzy Drozd and Sharon Iverson of the Ann Arbor District Library led a panel discussion with some local kids who are also comics creators. These kids shared their process of creating humorous super hero stories like Aspirin Man, lovely environmental stories like Green, lighthearted fantasy stories featuring mischievous dragons, and comedy animal stories like Pattern and Crumb.

More photos from the event can be found on our Picasa page.

We will be updating with more episodes soon, so Subscribe to the podcast!

]]> http://mlatcomics.com/krc/kidsmakecomics/feed 0 0:22:58 Hey, it’s a new KRC Podcast! And it’s a fun one, featuring some of the brilliant young people you’ll be able to meet at KRC 2011 in Chelsea, MI. During the Kids Read Comics Extravaganza, a one-day event held on March 12 at the Ann [...] Hey, it’s a new KRC Podcast! And it’s a fun one, featuring some of the brilliant young people you’ll be able to meet at KRC 2011 in Chelsea, MI. During the Kids Read Comics Extravaganza, a one-day event held on March 12 at the Ann Arbor Art Center, Jerzy Drozd and Sharon Iverson of the Ann Arbor District Library led a panel discussion with some local kids who are also comics creators. These kids shared their process of creating humorous super hero stories like Aspirin Man, lovely environmental stories like Green, lighthearted fantasy stories featuring mischievous dragons, and comedy animal stories like Pattern and Crumb. More photos from the event can be found on our Picasa page. We will be updating with more episodes soon, so Subscribe to the podcast! Share This! News, Podcast Kids Read Comics! no no