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5th Annual Librari-Con Anime, Comic Convention on Sept. 3 By Melissa Lang Assistant Youth Services Coordinator Cumberland County Public Library & Information Center the characters, and the artwork. Perhaps you can list all the appearances of your favorite superhero/mutant/fallen angel/ demon-trapped-in-a-teen's-body, and comes to line art, inking, and coloring. It takes creativity and effort to be a fan and, at the public library, we like to celebrate that. Welcome to Librari- Con 2011! friendly anime and comic mini-convention on Saturday, Sept. 3 from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. at Headquarters Library, 300 Maiden Lane. Teenagers (and fans of all ages) are invited to converge for a full day of anime viewing, panel presentations, writing and drawing workshops, a CosPlay Runway, and hands-on activities. Local artists in the Artist's Alley will be selling artwork, plush handmade M Gvihv 8 Saturday September 3 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Librari-Con 2011 "Libby" artwork created by Brad Talton. Headquarters Library 300 Maiden Lane Fayetteville, NC Go to www.cumberland.lib.nc.us for more information! 05/11 dolls, and other original creations. Anime will be showing all day, courtesy of FUNimation, and there's plenty of swag to pick up, graciously donated from VIZ Media LLC, Dark Horse Comics, and Diamond Comic/ Diamond Bookshelf, among others. Members of the Carolina Garrison of the 501st Legion of Stormtroopers, an international Star Wars costuming group and charitable organization, return once again to recruit for the Empire. Guests are participate in the CosPlay Runway (guidelines and weapon policy available on our website). Have little ones? Bring them to the Chibi Corner (Children's Area) for fun origami, coloring pages, or just to read a story. Chibi's who need a costume can visit the Hero-Making Station for instant superhero accessories. Cape? Check. Flashy-super-strength bracelets? Double- check. Villain-intimidating symbol? Got it. One mini-superhero, ready- to-go. aybe you spend hours poring over the books and videos, appreciating the storylines, Special guests this year include local artist Danny Hirajeta, and Gabriel Dunston, creator of the webcomic "Funny Thing Happened Today." The Friends of the Library will host a special book sale at Librari-Con: New and used books and DVDs, while supplies last, cash and checks only. at "TeenSpace at Your Library." http://www.cumberland.lib.nc.us/teen/ Libraricon/teens-Librari-Con2011.html Help Plan Hope Mills' Future The Cumberland County Planning Department is working with Hope Mills area citizens to prepare a Detailed Land Use Plan, which helps to advise decision makers and guide future development. At each presentation, residents will be invited to share their ideas, concerns, and visions for the future of the Hope Mills community. Please plan to attend one of the following meetings. On Aug. 25 the meeting will be at Hope Mills Parks & Recreation On Sept. 8 the meeting will be at Stoney Point Elementary School, If you have any questions or need additional information, contact Deloma West at (910) 678-7611. Radio Show www.espnfay.com w 20 UCW AUGUST 24-30, 2011 Hosted by Sully Monday thru Friday 4:30 - 6 p.m. 910.867.4148 WWW.UPANDCOMINGWEEKLY.COM Fayetteville & Ft. Bragg's Radio Home For Local Sports "At The Buzzer" Listen Live!