Arts & Entertainment
Svengoolie is Coming to Niles!
MeTV's Svengoolie headlines Niles-Maine District Library's first-ever Fandom Fest.
The Niles-Maine District Library invites the community to one of its biggest events of the year on Saturday, August 19 from 11am-3pm. Fandom Fest is a free, all ages, family-friendly event celebrating comics and pop culture. Meet and greet with MeTV’s Svengoolie, take a selfie with a StormTrooper, test your Buffy the Vampire Slayer knowledge, and much more. Come dressed as your favorite character!
What You Can Expect at Fandom Fest:
- Meet and greet with MeTV’s Svengoolie
- Take photos with the 501st Midwest Garrison
- Visit the Artist Alley featuring nearly 20 local artists and vendors
- Take a stab at Buffy the Vampire Slayer Trivia
- Escape Room Adventure
- Drawing Workshops, Crafts for All Ages, Makeup Tutorial and Face Painting
- Fan Girls and Feminism Panel
- Green Screen Photos
- Dress up for the Teen Cosplay Contest
- Purchase tasty goods from Blue Box Café and YummPops
- Free Swag Giveaways
- And Much More!
Parking will be available at the Library, 5/3 Bank on Oakton Street, Culver Elementary School, and Village Hall. Attendees interested in taking public transportation are encouraged to take Pace Bus 410 (Niles Free Bus). Attendees must refrain from parking on Oakton Court.
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For more details about Fandom Fest, please visit: www.nileslibrary.org/fandom-fe...
