Celebrate the art of storytelling, creativity, and imagination at the 2nd Annual Sulzer Regional Library Comic & Arts Festival
Explore a vibrant mix of activities designed for enthusiasts, creators, and curious newcomers alike.
Some events require registration. See all events here.
- Workshops, demos and panel discussions – Engage with authors, illustrators, and industry professionals on topics spanning art, writing, and the evolving world of comics. Our special panel guests will be Jim Terry, Lucy Knisley, Gene Ha, Wesley Sun, and Tim Seeley.
- Artist Alley and Merch Market – Meet talented Chicagoland artists, browse original works, and discover new voices in visual storytelling.
- Superhero Story Time – Enjoy a lively, family-friendly reading experience that brings classic heroes and adventures to life.
Saturday, December 5th
Sulzer Regional Library
4455 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL 60625
Schedule of Events
Superhero Story Time
9:30 to 10:00 a.m.
Early Children's Area
For kids 0 to 5 and their caregivers
Join this story time especially for our littlest patrons! We’ll share songs, rhymes and books. Superhero costume encouraged.
Artist Alley and Merch Market
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Small Meeting Room
Recommended for ages 10+
View and purchase the work of local artists.
Draw Pictures/Tell Stories with Lucy Knisley
11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Large Meeting Room
Ages 10+
Please join our special guest Lucy Knisley as she tells us about her process for making comics.
Nightmare Fuel with Tim Seeley, Jim Terry, and Wesley Sun
1:00 to 2:00 p.m.
Large Meeting Room
Adults and teens ages 13+
If you are a fan of horror comics and would like to learn more about how they are created, join us for Nightmare Fuel. Comics creators Tim Seeley (Revival, Hack/slash), Jim Terry (West of Sundown), and Wesley Sun (John Carpenter's Night Terrors: Chaplain) will discuss the unique opportunities and challenges of using graphic storytelling to frighten and unsettle readers.
Following the panel, there will be an opportunity for audience questions and autographing.
Registration required.
Live Comic Book Making with Gene Ha
3:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Large Meeting Room
Ages 10+
Comics creator Gene Ha (Mae) will demonstrate how to storyboard a comics page from an example script pages live before an audience. If you've ever wanted to watch how an artist tells a story visually, this is your opportunity to watch the process in person.
Registration required.
