September 18–23
FINALE:
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 23
10 am–3 pm
CELEBRATE
YOUR FAVORITE FANDOMS
Do you love superheroes? Anime? Video games? Whatever you’re into, we welcome you to geek out on your favorite fandoms at the library’s first ever Fall Fandom Fest!
From Monday 9/18 through Friday 9/22, enjoy a variety of themed programs for all ages. (We’re so excited, we even have a few events earlier in the month.) On Saturday 9/23, join us for our grand finale!
Attendees are welcome to dress in costume. No full face masks or realistic weapons.
WIN PRIZES
You can earn tickets to enter to win one of several prizes, including themed prize baskets. Submit your tickets by 5 pm on Saturday, September 23 for a chance to win! Earn tickets by:
- Attending Fall Fandom Fest programs during September. Tickets will be handed out at the end of each event.
- Visiting vendors at Artist Alley on 9/23. Collect stamps from at least 10 vendors and turn in your stamp sheet for a drawing ticket.
during the week:
PROGRAMS FOR ALL AGES
here are just a few!
for adults:
Local Graphic Artists Group
Mon, Sep 18: 6:30–8 pm
Inviting graphic novel artists, cartoonists, and comic book artists who want to display, present, and discuss their work with fellow artists! Signup required.
SIGN UP
FOR TEENS:
Teen Fandom Art Contest
Entries accepted Sep 1–15
Voting period Sep 18–23
Grades 6-12: Submit your 2D artwork based on your favorite fandom for a chance to win a $50 gift card and other prizes!
Rules & details
FOR CHILDREN & FAMILIES:
Movie: Raya and the Last Dragon
Mon, Sep 18: 6:30–8 pm
Join us for a family-friendly movie night and watch "Raya and the Last Dragon!"
SIGN UP
VIEW PROGRAMS FOR:
adults
teens
children & Families
Signup is required for most events and begins on August 15 unless otherwise noted.
ALL PROGRAMS
GRAND FINALE
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 23
10 am–3 pm
10 am–3 pm (all day)
ARTIST ALLEY: local artists, authors, and vendors will be selling their wares in our Meeting Room.
10–11 am
CELEBRATE DISNEY
Ages 3–8 yrs w/ adult(s): Drop in to create a special craft!
12–3 pm (outside)
FOOD TRUCKS: Grab a bite to eat from A.Sweets Girl, Joey’s Red Hots Taco Truck, and The Lucky Hot Dog.
BOOKMOBILE: Hop on board!
Dance Party with Fun Fun Fun DJs
Face Painting
1–3 pm
COSPLAY PHOTO OPS: Costumers with a Cause and the 501st Midwest Garrison will be in costume and available for photos
Dale the Balloon Guy
Parking available in Metra lots
Attendees are welcome to dress in costume. No full face masks or realistic weapons.
ARTIST
ALLEY
Local artists, authors, and vendors will be selling their wares in our Meeting Room.
THANK YOU
TO OUR SPONSORS!
THE FRIENDS OF THE
TINLEY PARK LIBRARY
THE FIELD MUSEUM
BROOKFIELD ZOO
KidsWork Children's Museum
Volo Auto Museum
Pop’s Beef
LOU MALNATI'S
HOLLYWOOD BLVD CINEMA
THe Patio
The Cheesecake Factory
Cooper's Hawk
Giordano's
Sip Wine Bar
