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Vol4Saturday16 September '2310:00- 16:00
INTRODUCTIONThis series of free events has been organised by OffalyLibraries, with support from Creative Ireland.To stay up to date on future news andevents at Offaly Libraries, please sign upfor our monthly newsletter Attendance at all events is free of charge and open to all.Please see individual event details for more information,Advance booking is required for some events.To book, please contact Tullamore Library by email:tullamorelibrary@offalycoco.ie or phone: 0579346832www.offaly.ie/libraries
WORKSHOPSLEGO workshops with Shamrock BricksBookingEssentialBooking is essential for workshops as places are limited. To book your place before 16 September, contact Tullamore Libraryby email: tullamorelibrary@offalycoco.ie or phone: 057 934 6832Join Offaly Library Staff to discover what makes ourfavourite fantasy maps so great! When you have learned allthe tips and tricks needed to make your own fantasy worldmap, you can try it for yourself and create a beautiful agedfantasy map to bring home!10:00- 11:00Suitable for Ages 7 -12Fantasy Map Making WorkshopSATURDAY 16TH SEPTEMBER BookingEssentialJoin artist Santiago Rial to learn about the ever-changing depictions of Celtic mythologicalfigures over the years. He will then help andguide you as you create your own!Drawing from Irish Myths with Santiago Rial13:30 - 14.30Suitable for Ages 8 - 13BookingEssential Join Shamrock Bricks as they share their favourite LEGOmaking tips and tricks! 11:30am Workshop: Suitable for ages 4-712:30pm Workshop: Suitable for ages 8-1211:30- 12:30 :12:30-13:30 :Ages 4-7 Ages 8- 1210:00 - 16:00
OFFALY LIBRARIES COMIC CONVendor StallsActivitiesLEGOZONELibrary ServiceDesksEntry and ExitsWelcome DeskEntranceToilets & Changing FacilitiesLIFTExitExitMain Desk WorkshopsUpstairsDemonstrationsDoors Open at 10:00EmergencyExit OnlySATURDAY 16TH SEPTEMBER PresentationAreaArtistsDemonstrationAreaVEX RoboticsVendors andArtist StallsKids CraftyTable10:00 - 16:00Keep your ear out for our master of ceremonies,Seanie Morris, who will guide you through the day!CosplayArea
WITH SPECIAL GUESTSVisit the LEGO Zone to take part in our LEGO activitieswith Shamrock BricksSATURDAY 16TH SEPTEMBER Minifigure Scavenger HuntLEGO ExhibitionFreeplay AreaSpeedbuild Challenges11:00/ 12:00/ 13:00Merchandise for saleLEGOZONE10:00 - 16:00
VEX ROBOTICSTest your Robot skills in our VEXrobotics arena! Can your robot deliver Pizza to theTeenage Mutant Ninja Turtles? Great fun for all ages! Freeplay Sessions availablebetween 10:00- 14:30SATURDAY 16TH SEPTEMBER Cowabunga!10:00 - 16:00
TABLE TOP GAMES AREADungeons And DragonsSessions with Dakota Irish! Bring Your Own Character10:30/ 12:00/ 13:30 Beginners Sessions10:30/ 12:00 freeplay13:30SATURDAY 16TH SEPTEMBER Our Table TopGames Roomwill be openfrom 12:00- 16:00 No BookingRequiredBring yourDecks andArmies to gohead to headin yourfavourite TableTop Gamesbooking required10:00 - 16:00
TABLE TOP GAMES AREAOffaly LibrariesVirtual Reality ArenaAdventure is closer than you think....Take a seat and let us transport you tofar off places, offering you exhilaratingexperiences through space and time!SATURDAY 16TH SEPTEMBER 10:00 - 16:00
WITH SPECIAL GUESTSMEDIEVAL ARMOUREDCOMBAT IRELANDJofur DrengirVikings!ReelIconsSATURDAY 16TH SEPTEMBER 10:00 - 16:00
PRESENTATION AREAJoin Kim from Uncanny Collectibles as shepresents the 10 most interesting collectiblessubmitted by the public this year! Learn the stories behind the pieces and seeif they're still worth what they were whenthey were first made! Pokemon Cards with PokemonLadSATURDAY 16TH SEPTEMBER Join Pokemon Lad Luke Brennan to learn allyou need to know about Pokemon Cards!Join the excitement with a live pack openingand learn about how to protect and preserveyour Paper Collectables 11:00How Collectible is your Collectible?PresentationArea13:00PresentationArea10:00 - 16:00Cosplay Judges Show and TellJoin Marie - Therese and Matt, our CosplayCompetition Judges, as they give us a tour of theircosplays for the day! Learn where they sourcedpieces they needed, how they made all theelements and what's next for them too!12:00PresentationArea
COSPLAY COMPETITIONTeen aged 12-17Adult over 18Child aged 0-11Marie Therese - Empty Cosplay: Loves Creativeideas that make an impression. If the cosplayercan put on a show for the crowd, all the better!How to Enter:Categories:Attend the Offaly Libraries Comic Con on 16th September (Doors open at 10:00)Dress up as your favourite Superhero or Character!Complete an entry form at the desk and receive your entrant's wristbandMeet at the Cosplay Competition area at 14:15Judging takes place from 14:30Judges announce the winners after the parade!SATURDAY 16TH SEPTEMBERBestHandmadeJudgesChoicesJudges like to see cosplays that are at least 70% handmade to give out the best Handmadeprize. Fill in your entry form on the day and let them know why you should win this year! Cosplay Competition - Judge's Choices:Cosplay = Costume Play( )10:00 - 16:00Matt - Vaderbomb Cosplay: Show Matt thethought behind your cosplay and he'll spotthe winner in you!
VENDORS SATURDAY 16TH SEPTEMBER Browse our Vendors Stalls10:00 - 16:00
ARTISTS ALLEY ItsHalfpintMartaChanArtKatch An RíWonderfool ArtLBradleyArtSATURDAY 16TH SEPTEMBER 10:00 - 16:00Arty Social Low Key ArtItsiksterJames KillianMeMyselfandMisha
SURVIVOR'S GUIDE TO OFFALY LIBRARIES COMIC CON 2023Get with the Programme!To avoid disappointment, double check whichactivities require prior booking and make sure yousave your place! Bookings can be made by contacting, 057 93 4683210:00 - 16:00Fast Track your DayRegister in the library on 15th September togain fast track entry to competitions andactivities on the day! It's free to join the library, so why not registeronline at offaly.ie/libraries On the Day:Know your Emergency Exits!Stay Hydrated!Bring waterHave Fun!Know your Competition Deadlines!Heroes and VillainsCompetitionPlease submit all entries by Saturday, Sepember 16th forjudging. Winners announced on Saturday, September 23rd.Cosplay CompetitionEntry Forms must be completed before 14:00 on the day.We ask all entrants to gather at the Cosplay Assembly point at14.15 for judging via the Cosplay CatwalkSATURDAY 16TH SEPTEMBER
GROUND FLOORGROUND FLOOR FIRST FLOOR CREATIVE ZONE READING ROOM10:00Doors Open Offaly Libraries ComicCon 2022 Begins!10.3011.0011.3012.0012.3013.00Perfect time for lunch!13.3014.0014.3015.0015.3016.00Offaly LibrariesComic Con 2022 Concludes13.30 - 14.30Drawn to IrishMythology withSantiago Rial11:30- 12:30LEGO Building WorkshopBookBookBookFind all the LEGO Minifigures in the Scavenger Hunt!Have fun building in the LEGO Free Play Areas Test your skills in the Lego Speedbuild ChallengesBookBook12:30 - 13:30LEGO Building Workshop10:00 - 15:00VEX RoboticsFreeplayQUICK GUIDE TIMETABLELEGO ZONEALL DAY ACTIVITIESBooking is essential for workshops held upstairs in the Creative Zone. Please refer to Workshops on page 3 for more details and suitable ages.Phone 057 93 46832 or email tullamorelibrary@offalycoco.ie to secureyour place.SATURDAY 16TH SEPTEMBER 10:00- 11:00Fantasy Map Workshop10:00 - 16:00Crafty Table10:00 - 16:00Vendor & ArtistAlley 10:00 - 16:00BookDUELLING KNIGHTS& BATTLING VIKINGSBE ON THE LOOK OUT FOR...ALL DAYBE ON THE LOOK OUT FOR...DIGITAL ART DEMOSPLAYVIEWING AREASThe parade will beshowcased ondigital screenslocated around thelibraryCOSPLAYPARADECREATEDISCOVERTABLE TOPGAMES AREA10:30 - 12:00DUNGEONS & DRAGONSFOR BEGINNERS 10:30 - 13:30DUNGEONS &DRAGONSBRING YOUR OWN CHARACTER13:30DUNGEONS &DRAGONSFREE PLAY SESSION11:00 Presentation:Pokemon Cards with PokemonLad12:00 Presentation: How Collectible is your Collectible?ALL DAYPLAYDISCOVERVIRTUAL REALITY ARENA10:00 - 15:00
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