Comic book aficionados and sci-fi lovers are in for a treat with the Yarra Plenty Ranges Library comics convention returning this year.
LIB-CON 2024 will be at Mill Park library on October 19, with events and activities for all ages.
Those attending are encouraged to dress up in the costumes of their favourire comic book heroes with prizes on the line.
Cosplay as it’s known, isn’t just about dressing up as fictional characters it can also be about immersing yourself in a world of creativity and self-expression.
There will be fan clubs in attendance, including of Doctor Who and Star Trek.
Melbourne sci-fi author Pete Aldin and anime artist and writer Ben Robinson will both put on presentations, while there will be lightsaber workshops and demonstrations by Southern Rogues Saber Corps.
The Melbourne Lego User group will have Lego displays, while there will be videos, technology, comic books, merchandise stalls, face painting and workshops.
There will also be a food truck and delicious food from Chancez Cafe and more.
The convention is running on October 19 from 10am-4pm.
Details: www.yprl.vic.gov.au/blogs/get-ready-for-lib-con-2024/
