Massey's Comic Route 66 Comic and Toy Convention returns to Lebanon
LEBANON, Mo. — Marvel and DC Comic book writers will be coming to the Cowan Civic Center on June 21 in Lebanon.
The Fourth Annual Massey's Comics Route 66 Comic and Toy Convention will feature special guests who have been published by DC and Marvel Comics, who are responsible for bringing the likes of Batman and Spider-Man to the masses.
'This is one of our favorite weekends of the year! We love bringing artists, crafters and vendors
to Lebanon each year,' said event organizer Casi Massey. 'We love going to these events around the state and are happy to bring it to our community.'
'We've got comic book creators coming in that have worked in the industry for years, legends you might say, and some who are on their way up,' said co-organizer Fines Massey.
A new guest this year is artist and writer Andre Parks. Parks is a long-time collaborator with a return guest, Phil Hester. The pair is probably best known for their work on 'Green Arrow' with filmmaker Kevin Smith.
Admission is $10 for adults and free for children ages 12 and under.
Tickets can be purchased in advance at Massey's Comics in Lebanon or at the door.
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