Editor, Gazette-Journal:

The first annual Gloucester County Public Library (GCPL) Comic Con was held at the Main Library on Saturday, Aug. 13 with an attendance of 2,054. These Comic Con fans were brought together by their passion for pop culture and having a good time at their local library!

Hundreds of these fans dressed up, impersonating a galaxy of characters such as Wonder Woman, Storm Troopers, Batman, Statue of Liberty, Manga Kimono Girl, to only name a few! Prizes were awarded during a costume contest. There were exciting activities for all ages: crafts, games, giveaways, demonstrations, face-painting, story times, refreshments, and more!

An event of this magnitude takes the work of many people and I would like to take this opportunity to thank our sponsor and supporters.

First, the Gloucester County Friends of the Library sponsored this event. Their hard work raises money for the library. They fund performers, prizes, giveaways, refreshments, advertising, and so much more ...