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LIBCON West returns to Glendale library

An annual free, all-ages event where superheroes, “Star Wars” characters, sci-fi legends and anime stars will come to life again in the city of Glendale.

This year's LIBCON West event will move from its former home at the Glendale Main Library to the Foothills Library Branch.

Hundreds of people are expected to attend this year's LIBCON West, a celebration of all types of fandoms, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Dec. 6 at the library, 19055 N. 57th Ave.

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LIBCON West returns to Glendale library

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An annual free, all-ages event where superheroes, “Star Wars” characters, sci-fi legends and anime stars will come to life again in the city of Glendale.

This year's LIBCON West event will move from its former home at the Glendale Main Library to the Foothills Library Branch.

Hundreds of people are expected to attend this year's LIBCON West, a celebration of all types of fandoms, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Dec. 6 at the library, 19055 N. 57th Ave.

Participants can take part in several activities, including:

  • Talking to authors and artists
  • Posing for photos with cosplayers
  • Navigating a “Star Wars” story-walk
  • Testing their analytical skills in an escape room with a “Stranger Themes” TV show theme
  • Competing in a “Smash Bros.” tournament
  • Searching for items in a Pokémon scavenger hunt
  • Creating light sabers, fairy wands, dragon flames and other crafts

The event will wrap up with a cosplay parade that will start at 2:15.

Learn about LIBCON West and other events at Glendale’s libraries by visiting Home - City of Glendale, AZ - Library

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