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MCBA FALLCON COMIC BOOK CELEBRATION
October 10 & 11, 2009 - 10AM to 5PM Both Days
Minnesota State Fairgrounds - In The Grandstand
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SHAREMAIL! FEEL FREE TO PASS THIS E-MAIL ALONG TO ANYONE YOU WANT!
This is the Super Destroyer E-mail Mark II. Once again, a ton of new information has been added, and it's times like this that we wish we had paid attention at Jedi training school so we could utilize Jedi mind tricks to get you to read the whole thing! Lot's of cool stuff!
Hello Everyone,
The all volunteer staff of the MCBA has been busy smashing atoms, moving mountains, washing dishes, manipulating electrons, promoting print peculiarities and more in frenzied preparation and we're happy to report that things are really coming together for the rapidly approaching 21st Annual MCBA Comic Book Celebration this upcoming weekend! Most of the heavy lifting is already completed and we fully expect to nail down the few remaining renegade details by mid week. We are on the launch pad and we are totally laser focused on making this year being our biggest whoop dee do ever!
We also wanted to take this opportunity to thank those fun lovin FallCon fans who have really stepped up and have helped promote FallCon via their e-mails, websites, tweeting, blogs, internet, snail mails, flyer distribution, word of mouth, Pony Express, etc. It's noticed and really appreciated!
On another front, the local weather wizards are predicting that it's going to be a little nippy this upcoming weekend and we encourage you to watch and plan accordingly!
Finally, we've said it before and we mean it again, THANKS for your participation and support. As our community continues to grow we recognize that without you, none of what we do, would be possible. We're really looking forward to seeing all of you and all of us being together this weekend and setting a good chunk of the comic book world on fire!
Respectfully,
The MCBA Volunteer Geek Squad - The Original Geek Squad!
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WHAT SHOULD I BRING TO FALLCON?
Here's some suggestions from fellow attendees...
 1) COMFORTABLE SHOES - An obvious but often overlooked detail! 2) BACKPACK OR BAG - You need a place to store all of your loot! 3) CASH - Not all places are accepting checks & cash is king! 4) LISTS - Bring a comprhensive list of the items you're looking for! 5) SKETCHBOOK & PENS -You never know which artist you'll run into! 6) YOUR PORTFOLIO. If you are an artist, many artists at FallCon are willing to do portfolio reviews
7) FOOD & WATER - Keep the reactor fueled!
8) A SWEATER - Just in case!
9) A CAMERA - Don't be shy about asking for photo opportunities!
10) FRIENDS - It's always more fun with a group of friends |
FALLCON FACTOIDS! THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW!
But were afraid to ask!  * GUEST CREATOR PANELS will be running all on both days and will be announced very soon! It's a great way to get up close and personal with some of your favorite comic book creators and best of all no extra ticket is required and all FallCon Guest Creator Panels are FREE! Located under the stairs in the middle of the hall! * UNUSUAL DISPLAYS will be found throughout FallCon this year! Make sure you circulate throughout the whole building otherwise you might miss something new and exciting! * FREE PARKING! Follow the signs when entering the fairgrounds via the Snelling Avenue main entrance. Parking is FREE throughout the grounds. Observe parking signs. * FREE GRAB BAGS to the 1st 500 Attendees on Saturday & 1st 250 on Sunday! * FREE Creator Autographs!
* THERE WILL BE an ATM in the building located near the front entrance. |
FALLCON GUEST CREATOR PANEL SCHEDULE - FREE ADMISSION! EVERYONE WELCOME!
AKA Comic Book Therapy! - Located under the main staircase in the middle of the hall!
SATURDAY - OCTOBER 10
 11AM to 12PM: CONSPIRATORS CONSPIRE! - Including both professional cartoonists and amateur doodlers, the Conspiracy, a local and national group, is open to all artists and wannabes. The Illuminati is a bunch a punks compared to these folks! Don't you dare miss this panel!
12PM to 1PM: MUST BE AN ANGEL! - One on one with the mighty Angel Medina! Join the Superstar artist as he shares the newest of his ongoing convention discussions. Revealing the shadowy history & philosophy of comic book art, life and those damn comic books!
1PM to 2PM: MEET GERRY CONWAY - Meet the legendary comic book writer who killed Gwen Stacy and created the Punisher! He's gone on to super-stardom in Hollywood writing and producing multiple mega-hit TV series including Law & Order & Hercules. Check it out!
2PM to 3PM: AMY REEDER HADLEY & KEVIN MAGUIRE - DRAWING FACES - An up and coming Superstar joined by a Living Legend to present a perspective on the art of drawing faces of the comic book characters you love and hate!
3PM to 4PM: PETER BAGGE - GENIUS OR GENIUS? - An rare hour with one of the most talented comic book creators in the business today. An Indy Giant that broke new ground and lead the way for many of the most successful creators in the world of comic books.
4PM to 5PM: MOONSTONE MANIA - Join Moonstone Books Publisher Joe Gentile, renowned pulp writer Martin Powell and artists Barbara Schulz, Christopher Jones and Tom Floyd as they discuss the new and growing future of pulp mania.
SUNDAY - OCTOBER 11
9:15 to 9:45 AM: CHAPEL SERVICE - Chapel Service - A regular feature at FallCon since 2002! Need help fighting your battles? Come hear Pastor Ron Hartley speak about "Secret Wars". Local Christian comics guy Carl Borg will also lead a short time of prayer. Everyone is welcome, but please pick up your gate pass at the Christian Comics table.
11AM to 12PM: SPIRITUAL THEMES IN COMICS - If putting on a costume to fight (or commit) crime means you cannot die, why aren't we all doing it? Comics seem to have a strange concept of death. Come listen to panelists Christopher Jones, Phil Hester, Len Strazewski, Bud Hanzel and moderator Carl Borg as we explore the question, "Death, Where Is Thy Sting?"
12PM TO 1PM: WRITING IS TURNING ONE'S WORST MOMENTS INTO MONEY! - Join professional comic book writers Mike Bullock, Jeff Limke, Chad Corrie and Brandon Terrell in an intimate conversation about the experiences of the comic book writer.
1PM to 2PM: THE LONG STRANGE TRIP OF JEFF BUTLER! - A rare opportunity to meet one of the most talented, accomplished & versatile artists to work in the comic book industry. From work at the legendary TSR Art Department, to comic books, video games and beyond! Very cool!
2:30PM: MCBA CHARITY ART & COLLECTIBLES AUCTION! - Considered by many to one of the premiere events at FallCon, the charity auction offers a virtual embarrassment of comic book riches! Including original artwork, sketches, and unique collectibles. The auction is always a don't miss event! 100% of all the proceeds will be donated to the MN. Lupus Foundation and the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund. Cash, Checks, Credit, debit & LexCorp Cards, Bearer Bonds, Gold Bullion and Loose Meat Sammiches will be accepted. |
THE MCBA FALLCON ART SHOW! HERE'S THE DETAILS!
 Once again, the MCBA is proud to present the FallCon Art Show! An extensive display of various comic book related original artwork, fine prints and other peculiarities! We have space available and invite anyone and everyone to participate but remember, space is limited. The art show is guarded by two staff members at all times and presents a great opportunity for you to share your collection with the rest of our community! Don't wait!
Here's the details:
1) We have 8 - 4 foot tall by 8 foot long peg board displays available.
we also have 2 - 4 foot by 4 foot peg board displays available.
2) All display are elevated 3 feet off the floor to maximize display.
3) We will provide masking tape & peg hooks for your use.
How to Reserve a Spot:
- How much board space you'd like.
- Your name & phone #
- General nature of display (for promotional purposes)
2) We will e-mail you a confirmation and available set up times
The FallCon Art Show will be located in front (Southside) of the main stairwell in the center of the Grandstand!
Thanks for participating! |
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THE PROP-A-TORIUM RETURNS TO FALLCON
Super Cool!
 The Prop-a-Torium! Come visit everything from Fan Made Props, "officially licensed" Props, a few actual (a.k.a. real) items, and some wonderful high end collectibles from Sideshow, Master Replicas, and more! Whether you like swords or lightsabers, Stormtroopers or Klingons, Blasters or Bullwhips, this is the display for you! A fantasically cool display staffed by those who love the hobby! For more info: bob.poate@spps.org |
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21ST ANNUAL MCBA FALLCON CHARITY ART & COLLECTIBLES AUCTION
Sunday October 11 2:30PM in the Guest Creator Panel Room!
 One of the Premiere events at FallCon every year is a live auction that is fun, exciting and easy to participate in! 100% of all proceeds will be split between the Minnesota Lupus Foundation (www.lupusmn.org) and the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund (www.cbldf.org)! It takes place in the Creator panel room. Special items this year include original art, original posters and a huge selection of collectible and other unusual & esoteric items. Everyone is welcome to participate! On behalf of the charities we accept cash, checks and all credit cards! Don't miss this one! Everyone welcome! |
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YOUR PERSONAL FALLCON COSTUME INVITATION!
Join the Fun!
 Love dressing up as your favorite character? Showing off your spectacular costume work? Or just like to have a lot of fun? You're invited to join a growing number of FallCon attendees that come in costume! The who, what, were, why and how is entirely up to you! This year there will be a costume character parade at 2PM on both Saturday and Sunday, a Hall Costume Contest, a special contest for kids on Saturday & Sunday extensive prizes, posing opportunities and Most of all, lots of fun for everyone and all skill levels! Everyone is encouraged to Participate and is welcome!
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THEY'RE TALKING ABOUT US AGAIN!!
Random sampling of various FallCon Matrix notices!
And the list goes on and on and on.....
A REALLY COOL INTERVIEW WITH GERRY CONWAY
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MOONSTONE BOOKS TO MAKE ITS 1ST APPEARANCE AT FALLCON
A very cool & independent publisher!
 Special welcome to Joe Gentile and a host of Moonstone Book Creators will be at FallCon for the very first time this year! Moonstone, publishers of fine & distinct Comic Book, Graphic Novels & Prose...books that are meant to be read, has focused on classic & new heroes in tales of adventure, mystery & horror! Make sure you stop by and see them at FallCon!
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CHARITIES SUPPORTED BY THE MCBA COMMUNITY
Over 20 Years of Support & Service!
The Comic Book Legal Defense Fund - was officially incorporated as a non-profit charitable  organization in January of 1990 The CBLDF exists to fight censorship and defend the first amendment rights of comic book professionals throughout the United States.Throughout its existence, the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund has carried out its mission to protect free speech in comics through the generous support of fans and professionals alike. www.cbldf.org
Minnesota Lupus Foundation - mission is to serve those affected by lupus, raise awareness and  fund research in an ongoing effort to improve the lives of others. Lupus is a chronic autoimmune disease that can be challenging to diagnose. The organization has always shown an intense commitment to research and meeting the various needs of people who are approaching the Lupus Foundation for information and support. Our Mission: We serve those affected by lupus, in an ongoing effort to improve the lives of others. www.lupusmn.org
Minnesota Food Shelves - Every year the MCBA collects tons, quite literally, of food items to be  made available to those with a pressing need(s). We glasly wade into the ongoing battle against hunger in our communities,striving to meet the dream...end hunger throughout our community.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT! |
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LONG TIME MCBA PRIZE LADY MAKES STUNNING ANNOUNCEMENT!
MCBA volunteers, Guest Creators, Retailers & Fans Still Reeling!
 Long time MCBA Loud & Proud Prize Prize lady and Super Volunteer, Lisa Edmundson made a shocking announcement earlier this week! Via her husband, Mike Edmundson, also a long term Super Volunteer, she announced to the world that "I won't be available for the 2009 MCBA Comic Book Celebration!" The announcement hit our community like an atomic bomb. The MCBA Investigative division immediately swung into action and discovered the reason for Mrs. Edmundsons shocking announcement! Evidently, after much searching she finally landed a new job! Can you imagine? Letting a new job getting in the way of participating in FallCon! On a more serious level, Lisa wanted us to extend greetings to all of you, regrets that she won't be able to make it this year and finally she issued a stern warning to all "I'll be back!" Congratulations to Lisa at her new job! We'll miss you much this year! |
UPDATED MCBA FALLCON 2009 GUEST LIST AS OF TODAY!
Expect over 225 Comic Book Creators at the 2009 MCBA FallCon Comic Book Celebration!
Here's a peak at some of the Creators who will be appearing at FallCon 2009:
Carter Allen www.candlelightpress.com Adventures of Nikki Harris
Marcus Almand www.razorkid.com Razor Kid & ivory
Kirk Anderson www.molotovcomix.com Incendiary Publishing
Thomas D Anderson www.angelfire.com/comics/kiss/ Kiss Portraits
Tim Arney-O'Neil www.taocomics.com 'Highway Cannibals, Tabletop Gaming Artist'
Ken Avidor www.roadkillbill.com False Witness & Michelle Bachman Story
Peter Bagge www.peterbagge.com Alternative/Independent Creator
Tyler Bancroft www.thatdbesweet.com That'd Be Sweet
Brian Bastian www.tommychicago.com Tommy Chicago
Will Beard www.candlelightpress.com Syphilitic Cowboys
Terry Beatty www.terrybeatty.blogspot.com Batman: Brave & the Bold & Shock Stories Joe Benitez www.wraithborn.com Superstar Cover Artist
Terry Blauer http://godseeker.comicgenesis.com/ Godseeker & Day in the Life
Anna Bongiovanni www.annabongiovanni.com The Princess Book
Carl Borg http://groups.yahoo.com/groups/imaginators-mn/ The Imaginators
Andy Brase www.facebook.com/pages/Andy-Brase/6327109860 Daredevil, Marvel & DC Cover Art
Mike Bullock www.runemasterstudios.com Tigers & Bears v3, Transgalactic Towel, Phantom
Bud Burgy www.budburgy.wordpress.com Continuity Guy
Seamus Burke www.ohgoodie.net Oh Goodie!
Erik Burnham www.burhamania.com Nanovor: Game Day 1-4
Everett Paul Burris www.gorillaheadcomics.com If You Can Read This You're Dead!
Jeff Butler www.jeff-butler.com Badger, Green Hornet, TSR, Raven Software
Kevin Cannon www.bigtimeattic.com Far Arden & T-Minus
Zander Cannon www.bigtimeattic.com Top 10, Bumblebee, Star Trek TNG, Smax
Scott Gallatin www.madscottcomic.com Daily Updated Web Comics & Thunderboy
Jose Luis Garcia-Lopez http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jose_Luis_Garcia-Lopez Legendary Comic Artist
Joe Gentile www.moonstonebooks.com Moonstone Comics
Mitch Gerads www.popgunpulp.com Daring Hi-Fi Adventures of Johnny Recon
Lisa Gilbert http://godseeker.comicgenesis.com/ Godseeker & Day in the Life
Michael T Gilbert http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michael_T._Gilbert Mr. Monster
Patrick Gleason www.patrickgleason.net Green Lantern Corps Artist
Todd Gnacinski www.satellite-state.info Satellite State
Grant Gould www.grantgould.com Star Wars:Clone Wars & Wolves of Odin Webcomics
Will Grant www.candlelightpress.com Manifestations Art of Will Grant
Peter Gross www.petergrossart.com Unwritten, Books of Magic & Lucifer
David Gruba www.instantpresscomics.com Creator/Writer of White Knife and Bride of the Wolfman
Becky Grutzik http://www.myspace.com/bequiverse Moot, Peep Lite, Aegis & Sam
Jordan Gunderson http://arciah.deviantart.com Dabel Brothers Artist & Illustrator
Barbara Guttman www.google.com The Unwritten - Vertigo
Donn Ha www.google.com Mini Comics
Gene Ha www.geneha.com Top Ten
Amy Hadley www.tentopet.com Vertigo & Manga Artist
Jesse Haller http://jessehaller.blogspot.com My Holy Three", "Monsters, Murder, and Madmen
Jeremiah Halonie http://steampoweredart.blogspot.com Steam Powered Art
Joshua Derrek Hames www.google.com Batman Painting Series
Adam Hansen www.Lastinspace.com The Visible Rooster Jack
Bud Hanzel www.google.com 4 Uncles of the Apocalypse
Anthony Hary www.anmph.blogspot.com Brethren: Beginnings
Frederick Haugen www.morrishaugen.com/about/slingshot.html Slingshot
Bill Hauser www.myspace.com/billhauser Ghoul, Hirax, & Ozzy Osbourne
Michael Heffron www.lawdogcomics.net It Tolls for Thee, Death Takes a Knight; Aunomati;
Phil Hester www.shocktraumastudios.com Darkness, The Anchor & Gen 13
Nathaniel Hicklin www.seekersoftruth.bi z Seekers of Truth
Jessica Hickman www.jessicahickman.com Lucasfilm Artist, Topps Sketch Cards & Space Quint
Clint Hilinski www.avatarpress.com/clinthilinski/index.html Kade, Belladonna, Sinbad, Misplaced
Sam Hiti www.samhiti.com Death-Day, Tiempo Finales & Fist-a-cuffs
Mike Hoffman www.mikehoffman.com You Can Draw Monsters & Fantasy Master
Meghan Hogan www.2dcloud.com Zine Supreme & RDCDFist
Raighne Hogan www.2dcloud.com Yearbooks & RDCDFist
Michael Hutchison www.metromedcomics.com Metro Med Superhero Hospital
Tyler J Hutchison http://tylersaurus.com Adventures of Tyler J. Hutchison
Ryan Jacobson www.Monstersninjas.com Monster Ninjas & Various Childrens Books
Thomas M Jannusch www.comicspace.com/ Corenaga Independent
Chester Johnson www.gorillahead.biz Gorillahead Comics
Rachael Johnson www.baristagirl.com Barista Girl
Christropher Jones www.christopherjonesart.com DC & Marvel Artist
Dan Jurgens www.google.com Writer & Artist Booster Gold - Saturday Only
Tom Kaczynski www.robot26.com Mome, Best American Non-Required Reading
Melissa Kaercher www.tinlizardproductions.com Femme Noir & Dr. Blink
Beth Kahl www.google.com Symphony of Blood
Ray Kaselau www.kindlecomics.com Journey to Genos: Distance Between
Nick Kaufman www.crypticonminneapolis.com Cryyptic Magazine & Crypticon
Cynthia Martin http://www.jacketflap.com/profile.asp?member=Jwan Star Wars, Zombie Tales
Michael May www.michaelmay.blogspot.com The Cownt , Robot 6 & Lancelot
Kevin McCarthy www.mccarthy-comics.com Gee Whizzard!
Michael McClain www.M-Studioscomics.com Nyssa, Guytron and Battle blood
Andrew Mckenzie www.daily-downer.blogspot.com Artist, Graphic Designer, Freelance Writer
Aric McKeown http://blankitcomics.com Blank It Comics
Mike McMahon www.nevicstudios.blogspot.com Indy
Jennifer Menken www.wildcargo.etsy.com Wild Cargo
Zach Miller www.joeandmonkey.com Joe and Monkey
Mojo Moen www.google.com Le Muerte & 1973
Daniel Mohr www.everydaygods.com Everyday Gods
Sarah Morean www.smorean.com The Daily Cross Hatch
Jeffrey Morris www.morrishaugen.com/about/slingshot.html Slingshot
Jeffrey Moy www.jeffreymoy.com Legionnaires, X-Men Origins, Video Games
Philip Moy www.philipmoy.blogspot.com Samurai Jack & Powerpuff Girls
John Mundt, ESQ. www.johnmundtesquire.com Adventures of Monkey & Land of Oz
Matthew Munn www.zombiegrotto.com Zed Reckoning
Ursula Murray Husted www.apocalyptictangerine.com Lions of Valleta & Looking Up
Nicholas Myers www.anacomics.com Specialty Sketchbooks
Michael Nelsen www.50footrobot.com Zuda Small Press Idol
Erik Nelson www.nelsonerik.com Rampage
President Nelson http://presidentnelson.deviantart.com/ Small Press
Alex Ness http://alexnesspoetry.blogspot.com Amongst the Ruins, Lancelot
Tom Nguyen www.tomnguyenart.com Green Lantern & Green Lantern Corps
Diana Nock www.jinxville.com The Intrepid Girlbot
Daniel Olson www.bewilderedkid.com Super Maxi-Pad Girl
John Olson www.google.com 4 Uncles of the Apocalypse
Tyler Page www.stylishvittles.com Nothing Better Vol 2
Doug Paszkiewicz www.arseniclullabies.com Arsenic lullabies
Terry Pavlet www.comicspace.com/tpavlet Night Jester Press & Astonishing Toys
Charles Pechonick www.houseofduck.co m House of Duck
Evan Pedersen www.fancypantsgangsters.com Fancy Pants Gangsters - Podcasters
Anna Marie Pellow www.chinchillacheesecake.com Chinchilla Cheesecake
Tom Perry www.bobandhal.com Bob and Hal
Anthony Peruzzo www.randrcomics.com Nightmare World & Popgun
Lemuel Pew http://blankitcomics.com Blank It
Bennet Pisek www.comicartfans.com MCBA Art Director
Aaron Poliwoda www.google.com Low Blow
Martin Powell http://martinpowell221B.com.blogspot.com/ Phantom Unmasked, B.Angel, Superman
Gordon Purcell http://gordonpurcell.home.comcast.net Star Trek, Beyond the Wall, The Phantom
Rana Rauechle www.chibitoaster.com Chibi Toaster Studio
Sandez Rey www.thecrimsongash.com Sandez Rey VS Reality
Chandra Reyer www.greystone-studios.com Eclectic Art Studio
Joe Rheault www.comicsbyjoe.deviantart.com 'Rooftops and Mascerades
Chris Rich-Mckelvey www.baldguystudios.com Pin Ups
Amado Rodriguez http://creamcitycomics.blogspot.com Muscles & Fights
Scott Rosema www.comicartistsdirect.com/rosema.html Space Ghost, Augsut & Spider-Man
Suzy Rosema www.comicartistsdirect.com/rosema.html Super Hero Stained Glass Originals
Jake Rueth www.cubecrazy2.com Illustrator
Brittney Sabo www.bsabo.com Ghost Jars
Andrew Santoro http://chrandrew.com/ Animation, Comics & webshow
William Schar www.williamschar.net Iron Sea
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MCBA FALLCON DOOR PRIZE DRAWINGS!
Free entry! Need not be present to win!
 While at FallCon, you'll want to make sure to stop by the prize drawing booth (Located Directly behind the main admissions area) and get registered for one of the gazillion prizes the MCBA is giving away! We have a lot of premium items donated by publishers, retailers and artists this year! The best part is that entering the drawings is FREE and you don't have to be present to win! All of the prize numbers called out and not picked up at FallCon will be mailed out to the winners!The prize station located directly behind the admissions area. |
501ST CENTRAL GARRISON ATTACKS FALLCON!
Star Wars Characters on Patrol!
 The MCBA is proud to welcome back the Star Wars 501st Garrison who, on behalf of reigning Emperor Palpatine, have offered to provide security and discipline at FallCon! With a long standing tradition the 501st brings much exitement and fun to FallCon and the attendees! Cracks about "little short to be storm trooper" and such of course will be dealt with in a manner consistent with Sith law.
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TWIN LUG RETURNS TO FALLCON THROWING BRICKS!
One of the best displays ever!
 One of the surprises of FallCon 2008 was the appearance put in by the fine folks at TwinLUG, a group of adult LEGO enthusiasts who get together regularly to share ideas, trade parts, and generally be a part of the larger worldwide LEGO community. They built an awesome display that has absolutely be seen to be believed! Well, they're coming back this year and you so don't want to miss their cool set up! It's absolutely awesome! Make sure you find them this year and check it out!
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2009 FALLCON RETAILER/DEALER LIST
Over 85 Retailers and Dealers from all over sector 2814! Our largest assortment of hucksters ever!
B&B Hendrickson - Cards, Toys, Autographed Limited Edition Cels,
Bases Inc. - Star Wars
Ben Boyd Comics Recent Back Issues From 1999 to 2009 - $1.00
Big White Dog Comics Silver & Golden Age Comics, Pins & All New Stuff!
Bill Nereson Comic Books & Magazines
Blues Bland Hard to Find Sci-Fi Comics & DVD's
Captain Jack's Comics Silver, Bronze & Modern Comics
Cedar Cliff Collectibles www.cedarcliffcollectibles.com The Usual
Collective Toys www.collectivetoys.com Lego's, Star Wars, Marvel, DC, MacFarlane Toys
Collectors Connection - Graphic Novels, Heroclix, Action Figs, All Ages
Comic Book College www.comiccollege.biz Gold, Silver & Current Comic Books!
Daryl Lanz Back Issues & Toys
Daydream Comics www.daydreamcomics.com Comics, CGC Books, Trades, Graphics & Plushes
Dreamhaven www.dreamhavenbooks.com Unusual Comics & related Items. Art Books
Edwood Grimm - Custom Built Horror
Erik Cagle - Out of Print DVD's, Toys & Collectibles
Excelsior Collectibles - Comic Books, Non-Sports Trading Cards
First Aid Comics www.firstaidcomics.com Classic Silver Age Keys & 3 For $1.00
Games By James www.gbjames.com Board Games, Card Games & All Gaming
Gary's Goldmine -Comic Books, Action Figures, Models, Mags, Etc.
GCH Comics - Comic Books, Toys, Magazines & Books
Gemini Comics - Comics
Graham Crackers Comics www.grahamcrackers.com Gigantic Offering of Exceptional Comics
Granite City Comics - Way Cool Stuff That you Need!
Haars Comics - Modern & Silver Age Comics
Half Price Books www.halfpricebooks.com Comics, Games, Ephemera, Books & Manga
Harley Yee Rare Comics www.harleyyeecomics.com Rare Comics
Hausers Comics www.jmhcomics.com Old Comics
Jerome Wenker - Golden, Silver & Bronze Comics & Variants
Jesse Lynch - Awesomely Cool Stuff! Krypton Comics www.krptoncomicsomaha.com Comics Cards & Special Guest
Megaton Plastic -Godzilla, Superhero Toys & Comics
Mike Wileman - Mostly Great Priced Golden & Silver Age
Motor City Comics www.motorcityconventions.com Massive Selection of Golden & Silver Age
Northrup Systems www.northrupsystems.com New Unsearched High Grade Bronze
Nostalgia Zone www.nostalgiazone.com Marvelous Examples of the Printers Art
Now N Then - An Avalanche of Awesome Stuff!
Paul Mallon -Comic Books: 1950's to Present & Fantasy Mags
Revealed Treasures - 1960's to Current Comic Books
Source Comics & Games www.sourcecomicsandgames.com You Simply Won't Believe it!
Spring Hollow Books www.pogo-fan-club.org Pogo & Walt Kelly Materials
Spud's Emporium of Comics - Comics, Posters, TPB's & Cool tuff!
Thomas Thao - Action Figures & Trading Cards
Toy Wizards - Actions Figures of Everything!
Twin City Comics - Jay's Handpicked Selection of Greatness!
Uncle Sven's Comic Shoppe - Colonel Dave & Comics, Toys, Buttons, Games, T-Shirts, Crap
Watrin Mania - Comic Related Magazines & Curios
Wayne's World - Mostly Really Weird Stuff!
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VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED & WELCOME!
 Thanks to all of you who have already volunteered to help out at the upcoming celebration! We are still looking for volunteers to help with set up/tear down and operations. Specifically Thursday October 8 (11AM to 9PM) Friday October 9 (10AM to 8PM) and Sunday October 11 (Teardown 5PM to ?) If you're interested in being part of dedicated & fun team, please drop us a line - MNCBA@aol.com - or just show up!! |
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CAPS AT THE FALLCON 2009 COMIC BOOK CELEBRATION!
Helped with grab bag stuffing & attending FallCon!
 The local CAPS group chipped in recently to help with some of the heavy lifting before FallCon. A great group of young men and women! The CAP is the Civilian Volunteer Auxiliary of the United States Air Force. The MN Wing Headquarters is located at the South St. Paul Downtown Airport. MN Wing is divided into 25 squadrons, assigned to one of four groups, which are the local units of the CAP. Anoka County Squadron is located at the Anoka County Airport (Jane's Field), Blaine, MN. The squadron holds weekly meetings every Tuesday from 6:30pm to 9:00pm. Civil Air Patrol was created Dec. 1, 1941 and became the Official Auxiliary of the United States Air Force on May 26, 1948.
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HEROCLIX RETURNS TO FALLCON - IT'S TOURNAMENT TIME!
Everyone and all skill levels are welcome to play! Bring your figures!
 Given the industry wide excitement about the return of Heroclix Game, we thought it would be a good idea to continue a FallCon tradition by having a HeroClix Tournament! No advance registration is required and their will be some cool prizes! Hosted by long time HeroClix Master, Jerry Gajeski, here's the details:
SATURDAY OCTOBER 10 - 12 NOON
400 point unrestricted Tournament
No duplicate figures
No cardboard elements
Marvel figures only
SUNDAY OCTOBER 11 - 12 NOON
400 point unrestricted Tournament
No duplicate figures
No cardboard element
DC figures only
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RADISSON HOTEL ROSEVILLE - YOUR FALLCON HQ HOTEL!
 The Radisson Hotel in Roseville, Minnesota is the official FallCon HQ Hotel! It will be the center of after hours action! Their address is 2540 Cleveland Ave, Roseville, Minnesota 55113 (About 3 miles away from the con site). You can make reservations by calling them at (651) 636-4567 or by visiting the Radisson website at: www.radisson.com Discount Code: FallCon |
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COSTUME CHARACTERS IN THE HOUSE! VISIT THE HALL OF JUSTICE!
 As usual, FallCon will be featuring many costumed Super Heroes and we're putting together a costumed character parade! This year they will be located on the Eastern wall of the Grandstand! There will be plenty of photo opportunities and all sorts of zaniness and surprises! They love to interact with attendees at FallCon and they are a terrific group that support our community, promote our community to the general population and do a ton of cool charity and good works! Please stop by and see them! They're awesome! |
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SUNDAY CHAPEL SERVICE
 For those of you that are interested, Carl Borg will be hosting a Chapel Service from 9:15 to 9:45 AM on Sunday October 11th in the Guest Creator panel room. A regular feature at FallCon since 2002! Everyone is welcome!. Local Christian comics guy Carl Borg will lead a short time of prayer. If you're planning to attend, please pick up your early gate pass at the Christian Comics table on Saturday |
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FOOD & BEVERAGE AT FALLCON 2009!
 Once again, there will be a complete line of food, sandwiches & beverages available for FallCon attendees! This years food concession will be located outside the grandstand, just East of the main entrance. You'll be happy to know that we've got the same wonderful vendor who kept us fed with fresh grilled goodies and salads at MicroCon earlier this year! | |
Admission is just $11.00 per adult. Good for both days! Children 9 & under are FREE! Get $1.00 Off Your Admission With A Canned Food Shelf Donation! Tickets are available at the door! Generally ticket sales begin at around 9:30AM We do this so that when the doors open to the public at 10AM everyone can get in right away!
