This weekend is the annual Kids Read Comics event in Chelsea, Michigan.
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 at the Programming page or downloadable program (PDF)!
How much…
Admission to the Kids Read Comics Celebration is totally free on both days!