HPL Con

A fandom fest for the whole family!

Join us for this library-wide event offering a welcoming, social space for pop culture fans of all ages. HPL Con will bring together those passionate about films, books, video games, anime, music, and beyond. Congoers are encouraged to come dressed in costumes that pay homage to beloved characters. For a full list of detailed activities, click HERE. 

11 am-3 pm

Artist’s Alley (browse & shop)

Make Your Own Mask (Grades K-5)

Comic Collage (Grades 3-8)

Mini Lightsabers (Grades 3-8)

Punch Card Challenge (visit all the booths and win a prize!)

Chicago Cosplay Photo Booth

Face Painting (Grades K-5)

Dress Up Station (Toddlers to Kindergarteners)

Anime Showings (in the Teen Lounge)

Design Your Original Character (Teen Lounge)

Manga Coloring (Teen Lounge)

Prize Raffle

11:30 am-noon

Superhero Storytime (All Ages)

12:30 pm-1:30 pm

Drawing Workshop with Artist Justin Castaneda (Grades 3-8)

1:45 pm-2 pm

Costume Parade (all ages)

2 pm-2:30 pm

Fandom Trivia (High school and up)

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