Greetings from Third Coast Comics!
Thank all of you for helping to make our many events special and successful!
Here's what's coming up next!
Welcome to Third Coast Comics
Third Coast Comics Karaoke Night
Saturday June 1st from 7:00 PM to Midnight
Have you ever had a desire to belt out your favorite obscure tunes surrounded by neon signs for beers you'd never think of paying for? We have too which is why we are now offering you this experience in the amazing confines of our comic book shop. You can have all the social, all the nerdery and triple the vocal range if you like. Don't be shy, We'll sing Journey, Beastie Boys, Queen, or the Violent Femmes in whatever key you want to sing it in right along with you!
As soon as 7:00 PM hits, the shop will close and the Third Coast Lounge opens!
TCC at Printers Row Lit Fest 2013
Saturday & Sunday June 8th & 9th
Hello Booklovers!
If you're heading out the the Printers Row Lit Fest this June (and you really should give it a shot), come by the Third Coast Comics booth (# 106)
The Fest is in the Printers Row section (Dearborn and Congress) of Downtown Chicago and will sprawl clear to Polk Street with all sorts of printed goodies including a fine selection of alternative, local and small press graphic novels brought by us.
The PRLF runs both Saturday and Sunday from 10:00am to 6:00pm
Jim Terry brings the Crow to Third Coast Comics
Saturday June 8th 12:00pm to 5:00pm
Local artist Jim Terry did an amazing job on the latest installment of James O'Barr's Crow character and May 15th happens to be the release date for the TPB of Crow: Skinning the Wolves.
Come meet Jim and talk all things creepy in comics.
Here's the story description:
"In this all-new tale James O'Barr and artist Jim Terry craft a harrowing story set in a concentration camp in 1945 Europe. The night train is being unloaded. And one of the passengers is making a return visit..."
Drink and Draw & Knitting Night
Wednesday June 12th at 7:00 PM
If you've been looking for a place to knit, draw, paint, write, sculpt or die cut robot parts all while talking comics, then this is the event for you!
When we opened 4.5 years ago we were committed to providing a space where the local arts and crafter community could meet and create.
This event has become a Battle Royale of Creative Greatness! Drink & Draw meets Stitch & Bitch in an epic comic shop throwdown!
NOTE: this month we've moved to a Wednesday Night
See Man of Steel with TCC at Midnight
Thursday June 13th at 10:00 PM
Comic Book Movie or Superman fans, The latest film installment of the Greatest Super Hero of ALL TIME opens on Friday, June 14th and we are gathering with a dedicated few at MIDNIGHT Thursday, June 13th to see it!
The Cinemark Evanston 18 has been kind enough to offer us our own private theater for this event!!!
We'll meet at the Rhythm Room at 10:00pm where you'll check in and socialize with fellow geeks.
For those over 21, we will also be allowed to purchase and take adult beverages into the theater up until 1:00 am.
For tickets, PayPal me at docmidnight@gmail.com or stop in the shop to pay in person at Third Coast Comics
The cost is as follows:
$15 via paypal
or
$12 at Third Coast Comics
Public Trans Note:
Now we know that Purple Line service back to Howard is no longer running by the end of the movie BUT there is a cab stand on the West side of the Davis Street CTA station. Those of you in groups can share rides from Davis to Howard and maybe beyond if that works for you. The Red Line should still be running.
The Chicago Comic Book Meetup Group
Saturday June 15th at 7:00 PM
The Chicago Comic Book Meetup group is a comics and pop culture discussion group that meets to talk about the past, present and future of comic books. Sometimes we have a topic in mind to discuss and sometimes we just have a free form talk. Often we have great comics to pass around and discuss. Deep comics knowledge is not needed to join the festivities, just come on by and join in.
The Chicago Doctor Who Meetup
Wednesday June 19th at 7:30 PM
Fans of both the classic and new series, as well as Sherlock Holmes devotees, should make a point of RSVPing for our June showing of The Talons of Weng-Chiang, a sordid tale involving the theater, a Chinese magician, a "pig monkey assassin" (yes, there is an in-story explanation), great atmosphere and....well, one of the greatest Doctor Who stories ever told.
(Yes, new series fans, you must see this, and if you like Sherlock Holmes, you're also invited!)
Yes, this is a six-parter (meaning that it runs about two and a half hours) - this means we're going to start in a timely manner, and will break after episode three. (Which means that you may need to plan for a long night).
But please make a point of RSVPing soon - slots will disappear for this unique event, where you'll get to see one of the creative high points of classic Doctor Who.
The Chicago Guitarists Meetup Group
Friday June 21st at 7:00 PM
Chicago Guitarists Open Mic/Social/Guitar Jam
Some of you may know this but I'm a bit of an amatuer guitar player & a member of the Chicago Guitarists Mettup Group. We are having our monthly Open Mic/Guitar Jam/Social but this month we're at Third Coast Comics.
I'm inviting any of you comics reading musicians (or comics reading music fans) to come by and play with us.
The format is very relaxed. We are open to ultra beginners. Never hesitate to talk "music" with any of us. Getting out of or expanding our comfort zone is the evening's objective.
Third Coast Comics is a retail store in a residential building soooo we might have to be completely done by 1:00 am
If you have any questions, email me at terry@thirdcoastcomics.com
Words, Lines and Pictures
What's New
The Voltron Force is BACK ON ARUS! Unfortunately for our heroes, and the planet that changed their lives forever, they've only returned to stop their new adversary from smashing the capital city into the ground. It's Voltron vs. Voltron in their biggest battle yet, and not everyone walks away from it unscathed! And with what Keith has just learned about a threat older and greater than Doom and Arus put together, it's clear to him that this "evil Voltron" is only the beginning of the horrors to come. "Ten Lions" concludes with a revelation even bigger than King Zarkon's death, and paves the way for "Plan V"...
Publisher: Dynamite
On Sale: February 06, 2013
Publisher: Dynamite
On Sale: February 06, 2013
Augusta and her companions seek refuge in the underwater world of Lake Innermost. But an attack by the Terrible Something forces them into deeper waters, and even deeper mystery, when they come face-to-face with the enigmatic Sleeper On The Ocean Of Story.
Publisher: IDW
On Sale: February 06, 2013
Publisher: IDW
On Sale: February 06, 2013
Andy Diggle returns! The Doctor books a trip for Amy and Rory on a luxury star-liner for a little rest and relaxation after their recent adventures. But when the Doctor crosses paths with a thief from his past, any thoughts of peace go right out the porthole!
Publisher: IDW
On Sale: February 06, 2013
Publisher: IDW
On Sale: February 06, 2013
Things have gotten dangerous for G.I. JOE in Benzheen: the countdown for the activation of a nuclear warhead has begun and a rescue mission led by LT. FALCON struggles to rescue a team of captured G.I. JOE members. Can the team make it out of the blast radius in time? As the clock ticks down in Benzheen, JINX has been sent on a secret mission by DUKE and HAWK... where old enemies resurface once more!
Publisher: IDW
On Sale: February 06, 2013
Publisher: IDW
On Sale: February 06, 2013
A "silent" issue in homage to the classic G.I. JOE #21. But this time it's Storm Shadow in ninja action. He's survived the massacre of the Arashikage clan and is seeking payback. But he needs to visit the Hard Master before he heads out on the road to vengeance and, possibly, his own destruction. It's swords and shadows as an era comes to an end.
Publisher: IDW
On Sale: February 06, 2013
Publisher: IDW
On Sale: February 06, 2013
An all-new set of challenges face MMA fighter Joe Palooka when Joe meets a man who will (for better AND worse) change his life forever. While being hunted down for a murder he didn't commit, Joe catches the eye of billionaire MMA fight-team owner, Tommy Chang. But when the mysterious and eccentric Mr. Chang takes Joe to Asia for a grueling martial arts boot camp the question becomes if this zany billionaire is a friend, an enemy or something in between?
Publisher: IDW
On Sale: February 06, 2013
Publisher: IDW
On Sale: February 06, 2013
The Mane 6 enter the heart of the Changeling Kingdom to rescue their friends! Danger lurks everywhere, and each Pony will have to put their best hoof forward if they are to survive the night! Unfortunately that's exactly what the Changeling Queen expects! Will our heroes fall into her trap?
Publisher: IDW
On Sale: February 06, 2013
Publisher: IDW
On Sale: February 06, 2013
As the release of the next STAR TREK film gets closer, the ongoing series focuses on the never-been-seen origins of the Enterprise crew in the new movie timeline! First up is Doctor Leonard "Bones" McCoy: find out how the cantankerous miracle worker found himself on a shuttle to Starfleet Academy with James T. Kirk! With a story overseen by STAR TREK writer/producer Roberto Orci, this all-new tale sets the stage for the upcoming film!
Publisher: IDW
On Sale: February 06, 2013
Publisher: IDW
On Sale: February 06, 2013
SHORE LEAVE! The AUTOBOTS visit the planet Hedonia-and get a chance to put recent events behind them, ingest some energon, and relax. Everyone, that is, except SWERVE, who faces the toughest challenge of his life: in just six hours, he has to teach ULTRA MAGNUS how to have fun.
Publisher: IDW
On Sale: February 06, 2013
Publisher: IDW
On Sale: February 06, 2013
SPAWNS OF SHOCKWAVE! The mind-blowing introduction of the DINOBOTS into the PRIME universe continues here! The Dinobots enter the belly of the beast in an attempt to save their comrades. But when SHOCKWAVE's minions turn the tables, GRIMLOCK will have to decide whether to beat them...or join them!
Publisher: IDW
On Sale: February 06, 2013
Publisher: IDW
On Sale: February 06, 2013