In honor of the 30th anniversary of the release of Star Wars, GalaxyCon, a series of special events and programs will be taking place at the Library throughout May!
GalaxyCon Keynote Address: Matthew Stover
Star Wars series writer, Matthew Stover, is best-known for his acclaimed novelization of Revenge of the Sith, and his psychologically-charged and challenging Star Wars novels Traitor and Shatterpoint.
Friday, May 4
7:00 p.m.
Sharonville Branch
A book signing will follow his presentation.
GalaxyCon Celebration at the Main Library
Generations of fans have embarked on intergalactic journeys through imaginative novels, action-packed television series, and blockbuster films. At the Main Library on Saturday, May 5, Sci Fi fans of all ages can come together to share fun activities with other Earthlings who have similar science fiction interests.
10:00 a.m. - Noon
Intergalactic Collectibles Roadshow. Bring your collectibles and have them evaluated by experts.
11:00 a.m. - Noon
Sci Fi Author Panel with writers Mike Resnick and Matthew Stover. Book signing to follow.
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Learn to play Sci Fi board games and Star Wars role-playing games.
Noon - 1:00 p.m.
Learn to speak Klingon.
Noon - 1:00 p.m.
Where Worlds Collide Panel. Find out about the latest Sci Fi novels, movies, and series available at the Library.
Noon - 3:00 p.m.
Space crafts for kids.
1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Prop Building Workshop. Learn to make props for your own intergalactic costume.
1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Star Wars video gaming for teens and kids.
1:30 - 2:30 p.m.
Jedi/Sith Training Academy for the youngest Sci Fi fans.
2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Costume Workshop. Learn simple techniques for making a costume of your own Sci Fi or anime character.
3:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Costume Showcase. Meet your favorite costumed characters. Photo opportunities with Star Wars Stormtroopers, Darth Vader, Boba Fett, and Jawas, and comic book favorites Wolverine and Storm from the X-Men and Spiderman (bring your own camera).
GalaxyCon Film Fest
Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1956), War of the Worlds (1953) and War of the Worlds (2005, rated PG-13)Saturday, May 5
11:00 a.m.
Symmes Township Branch
Ages 10 and up
Welcome to Middle Earth
Travel with Frodo & friends through a Lord of the Rings marathon! Movies will begin at 10:05 a.m. and will be shown in sequence without intermission.Saturday, May 19
10:00 a.m.
Monfort Heights Branch
MIB Day
Back-to-back showings of Men In Black and MIIB: Men In Black II (rated PG-13). Be alert for alien sightings throughout the day or come dressed as your favorite alien!Saturday, May 19
11:00 a.m.
Sharonville Branch
Build a Droid!
Celebrate the 30th Anniversary of Star Wars and create a new droid out of old junk!Saturday, May 19
2:30 p.m.
Madeira Branch
Ages 11 and up
Knight Night
Food, fights, and fun!Tuesday, May 22
6:00 p.m.
Monfort Heights Branch
Ages 5-10
From Science Fiction to Science Fact: Humans to Mars with The Mars Society
Tuesday, May 227:00 p.m.
Sharonville Branch
Teen Sci Fi Film Night
Aeon Flux (2005, rated PG)Wednesday, May 23
7:00 p.m.
Symmes Township Branch
Ages 10-18
Sci Fi Family Fun Night
Games, movies, and fun for everyone!Thursday, May 24
6:30 p.m.
Green Township Branch
The Solar System Today with Stuart Robbins
Tuesday, May 297:00 p.m.
Madeira Branch
