OR – FCBD: Things From Another World Signings

Press Release:

Things From Another World many exciting events and deals planned that it’s impossible to list them all, but here is a taste of what to expect from Free Comic Book Day at TFAW stores:
• up to 10 special free comics from Marvel, DC, Dark Horse, and more (while supplies last)
• autographs from your favorite comic book creators
• coloring contest for kids, judged by Ron Chan (Plants Vs. Zombies, The Guild, Husbands)

But wait, there’s more! Only on Free Comic Book Day, save 20% on almost everything in the store, get an additional 5% off if you are a box customer, and shop our $2 and $5 doorbuster deals.

End the day right, and join us from 7 to 10 pm for free food—including burgers, hot dogs, and veggie options—and beer (for those 21+).

Here is our Free Comic Book Day signing schedule:

10:00 am-12:00 pm
• Ron Chan (Plants Vs. Zombies, The Guild, Husbands)
• Cat Farris (Emily and the Strangers, Sixth Gun: Dust To Dust, The Last Diplomat)

12:30-2:30 pm
• Paul Tobin (Bandette, Colder, Plants Vs. Zombies)
• Colleen Coover (Bandette, Gingerbread Girl, X-Men: First Class)

3:00-5:00 pm
• Mike Richardson (47 Ronin, Deep Gravity, Father’s Day)

4:30-6:30 pm
• Shannon Wheeler (Too Much Coffee Man)

Mark your calendars and come out to your favorite TFAW store for all the family-friendly fun and great deals on Free Comic Book Day!

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Bridge City Comics
3725 N Mississippi Ave, Portland, OR 97227
(503) 282-5484

OR – Convergence Signing

Jeff Parker, the writer behind the upcoming Convergence: Shazam! and Convergence: Hawkman mini-series from DC Comics, appears for a signing at Things From Another World. Be sure to visit Portland TFAW on Wednesday, April 29 from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. to purchase the debut issues of this exciting new series and get them signed by Jeff Parker.

Copies of Convergence: Shazam! #1, Convergence: Hawkman #1 and the latest issue of Batman ’66 will be available for purchase at the event.

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Things From Another World
2916 NE Broadway, Portland, OR 97232
(503) 284-4693

OR – Kirby Krackle Concert

Press Release:

Kirby Krackle, Seattle’s hottest nerd rock band, will play at Portland Things From Another World on April 4th, 2015 with Portland’s own nerd-folk duo Going Viral opening for them. The cover is $7, and the show is from 7:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. with doors opening at 7:00 p.m.

Kirby Krackle is headed by Kyle Stevens, who has been reading comics, writing and recording music since the age of 13. Known for their high-energy shows and songs referencing pop-culture icons, comic book characters, and video games, Kirby Krackle’s name has become synonymous with melding nerd themes with superior musicianship. The band is currently on tour to promote the release of their fifth full-length album Mutate, Baby! available on March 17th.

Their opening act–Going Viral–features lead vocalist Chris Waffle on bass and Marty McD on guitar. The duo combines their love of sci-fi, video games, pop-culture goodness, and other fan pursuits with a unique brand of acoustic rock/folk.

Come to the Portland TFAW store on April 4th at 7:00 p.m. and crank it all the way up to 11 with Kirby Krackle and Going Viral!

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Things From Another World
4390 SW Lloyd Ave, Beaverton, Oregon 97005
(503) 643-4222

OR – Red One Launch Party

Press Release:

Things From Another World excited to announce a signing with Terry and Rachel Dodson, the series artists of the forthcoming Red One comic book series published by Image Comics. Be sure to visit us on Wednesday, March 18 from 6:00 to 9:00pm to purchase the debut issue of this exciting series and get it signed by the artists.

What happens when America’s greatest hero . . . is a Russian Spy? Soviet Agent Vera Yelnikov is sent to 1977 Los Angeles by the Kremlin to become an American Superhero and spread communist values in the land of Uncle Sam in a funky superhero romp like something straight out of a Tarantino film.

Copies of Red One #1 will be available for purchase at the event. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to meet the artists behind this exciting new book and get the first issue signed March 18 at the Beaverton TFAW!

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Things From Another World
4390 SW Lloyd Ave, Beaverton, Oregon 97005
(503) 643-4222

OR – Dark Horse Mega Signing

Mike Mignola, Brian Wood, and Matt Kindt appear at Things From Another World on Friday, February 20, 2015! **due to unforeseen circumstances Eric Powell has had to cancel his appearance**

Press Release:

Join Things From Another World for a very special signing with four of comics’ most visionary creators at our Portland store Friday, February 20, 2015.

This is a free event, but attendees will need to present their ticket at the door for admission to each of the time slots. Tickets are available for free via Eventbrite:

Hellboy and B.P.R.D. creator Mike Mignola will sign from 6:00 – 7:45 PM. Get signing tickets at the link…

Brian Wood (The Massive, Rebels), Eric Powell (The Goon, Chimichanga) and Matt Kindt (Mind MGMT, PastAways) will sign from 8:00 – 9:30 PM. Get signing tickets at the link…

Mark your calendars for February 20 to meet these creators and get your favorite comics signed. We will have comics and graphic novels available for purchase at the event. Limit of two items signed per attendee per creator.

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Things From Another World
2916 NE Broadway, Portland, OR 97232

 

CA – Bruce Campbell Signing

Actor/writer Bruce Campbell appears at Things From Another World’s Universal CityWalk store on Saturday, February 14, 2015 from 1:00 to 3:00 PM.

This will be a Valentine’s Day to remember when you visit TFAW to meet Bruce and get your favorite piece of memorabilia signed. This is a ticketed event–to get your free tickets, visit our Eventbrite page listed here. Limit 2 tickets per person.

Bruce Campbell has over 100 acting credits to his name, from starring roles and guest appearances in film and TV to voice acting in video games and cartoons. He is best known for his role as Ash in the Army of Darkness franchise, which has lived on over the years in a fan-favorite comic book series. Campbell is also an accomplished writer, having written several books, comic book series, and films.

Don’t miss this opportunity to meet Bruce Campbell this Valentine’s Day at TFAW’s Universal CityWalk store.

** Limit of two items signed per person **

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Things From Another World
1000 Universal Center Drive, Suite 101, Universal City, California 91608

OR – Spider-Gwen #1 Signing

Robbi Rodriguez, series artist behind Marvel’s forthcoming Spider-Gwen comic book series, appears at the Portland TFAW store on Wednesday, February 25 from 2:00 to 4:00pm.

The breakout hit of the most ambitious Spider-Man event of the century is starring in her own new ongoing comic book series. Follow Gwen Stacy as she comes to terms with the great powers (and responsibility) that come after a radioactive spider bite.

Copies of Spider-Gwen #1 will be available for purchase at the event. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to meet the artist behind this exciting new book and get the first issue signed February 25 at the Portland TFAW!

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Things From Another World
2916 NE Broadway, Portland, OR 97232

OR – #WaComics Release Party

Press Release:

The Portland TFAW store hosts the #WaComics Release Party Friday January 23rd from 7-10pm. Pressure/Sensitivity, Wacom America’s comic anthology featuring original short stories, will debut in printed form. Local WaComic creator Ryan Hill (Dark Matter, Coffin Hill, House of Night) will be on hand for signing (plus other special guests).

We will have free pizza and beer (for those 21+ with valid ID). And wait, there’s more! Top-of-the-line Wacom drawing tablets and styli will be also be on hand for you to test drive. Be there or be square.

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Things From Another World
2916 NE Broadway, Portland, OR 97232

OR – Neal Adams Signing

Press Release:

Things From Another World is excited to announce that we are welcoming comics legend Neal Adams for a signing at our Beaverton TFAW location. Mark your calendar to visit TFAW on Thursday, January 22 from 6:00 to 9:00pm and get your favorite comic signed by this luminary. The first autograph is free and additional signatures are $10 each.

Neal Adams is a towering figure in the world of comic book creation and art. Neal has had legendary runs on Batman, X-Men, Green Lantern/Green Arrow, Avengers, and Deadman. Adams revitalized Batman for a modern audience, separating the character from the campy nostalgia of the television show and propelling him into his present incarnation as an “Avenger of the Night.” Neal is currently working on a Superman series for DC Comics.

Portfolios, art prints, graphic novels, and sketches will be available for purchase at the event. For more information on pre-ordering a one-of-a-kind commission piece drawn by Neal Adams, contact Jason at spyda@spydacreations.com or (212) 869-4170.

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to meet the legendary creator January 22 at the Beaverton TFAW! Complimentary food and drinks will be provided.

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Things From Another World
4390 SW Lloyd Ave, Beaverton, Oregon 97005
(503) 643-4222

OR – Lady Killer Signing

Joëlle Jones, Jamie S. Rich, and Laura Allred appear at Things From Another World on Wednesday, January 7, 2015 from 7:00 – 10:00 PM!

Press Release:

1960s homemaker or ruthless killer-for-hire? Who says you can’t be both? Things From Another World is excited to announce that we are welcoming the creators behind the Lady Killer comic book series for a signing at our Portland TFAW location. Join Joëlle Jones (Helheim, Troublemaker), Jamie S. Rich (Spell Checkers, Madame Frankenstein), and Laura Allred (Madman, I Zombie) as they debut their newest comic book series, Lady Killer, published by Dark Horse Comics. Complimentary food and drinks will be provided as well as beer and a specialty cocktail for those 21+ in keeping with a 1960s cocktail party theme. Attendees are encouraged to dress in their best ’60s party attire, though it is not required.

Josie Schuller is a picture-perfect homemaker, wife, and mother–but she’s also a ruthless, efficient killer-for-hire. A brand-new original comic book series that combines the wholesome imagery of early 1960s domestic bliss with a tightening web of murder, paranoia, and cold-blooded survival. Mixing together elements of characters like Hannibal Lecter and Betty Draper, Lady Killer is sure to be a great read that is unlike any other comic out there.

Copies of Lady Killer #1 will be available for purchase at the event. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to meet the creators behind this exciting new book and get the first issue signed by the creative team January 7 at the Portland TFAW! Photo ops will be available for those in 1960s attire at the event.

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Things From Another World
2916 NE Broadway, Portland, OR 97232

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