Metropolis Comix 8241 Bruceville Road 689-2009 Hours: Monday through Friday 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Saturday 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. Sunday 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Metropolis Comix started out as a comic book store but has branched out to include graphic novels and collectible card games as well, store owner Christopher Neary said. Neary, a resident of Elk Grove, once worked for another comic book store for seven years, and in June 2009 he opened his own store, Metropolis Comix, with co-owner Bill Amaral, 55. DC and Marvel comics are the best sellers in the store, with a growing popularity of comic books from independent publishers, Neary said. "Most people think that the typical comic book customer is

A new league of superheroes will debut on the Sacramento comic book scene this December. The premise of the comic, “Health-E-Man and the Champions of the Chewniverse,” is a band of heroes will fight against the forces that prevent access to good health. In an attempt to promote health awareness in South Sacramento and in communities beyond, the nonprofit Building Healthy Communities has embarked on the comic project to create an innovative digital comic book series that will teach young people healthy eating habits. “We’ve always seen fast food restaurants catering to kids – whether it’s toys, superheroes or happy meals. You’ve seen their heroes promote unhealthy foods,” said Alberto Me

The Sacramento Social Media Club (SMCSac) held another successful panel and networking event last week, this time focusing on “The Art of Social Media."  Four area artists--all working in different media--and an artist’s representative discussed their uses of social media platforms to further their art and their careers. Participating were Jen Stewart of Jen Stewart Photography; Eben Burgoon, co-creator of Eben07 webcomic; Marianne Bland, visual artist and manager of SactoMetro Etsy Street Team; Veronica Delgado, owner of Vera Icon PR; and Jeff Musser, visual artist and blogger. The evening began and ended with active networking sessions, fostered by a selection of artisan pizza (from Hot

Yesterday's SACCON show at Sacramento's Scottish Rite Center was full of dressed up characters and lots of fun stuff. Here are some scenes: SacPress Photos | Kati Garner  

  Disclaimer: the contributor of this and his wife run Movies on a Big Screen, Sacramento’s weekly screening series of documentaries, general independent film, classics and cult titles. The following is blatant self-promotion of a MOBS event. On Sunday, February 21, 2010 at 7:30 PM, Movies on a Big Screen will be presenting the documentary, Independents: A Guide to the Creative Spirit and director Chris Brandt will be in attendance for a Q&A. Additionally, local comic book artists, along with local artist, Skinner (who’s short film will also be shown) are scheduled to be there. See the end of this "article" for the full line-up of who's currently scheduled. This will all take place at Th

Disclaimer: the contributor of this and his wife run Movies on a Big Screen (MOBS), Sacramento’s weekly screening series of documentaries, general independent film, classics and cult titles. The following is blatant self-promotion of MOBS events. Here's a look at the next six weeks at Movies on a Big Screen.  There's lots of stuff here, so dig through it all - then get out and see something!  We've even included some "special" Valentine's Day-themed programming!   January 24, 2010 7:30 pm MOBS at The Guild, 2828 35th St, Sacramento (corner of 35th & Broadway) Admission: $5.00 Trust Us, This is All Made Up Some foolishly believe that "improvising" is simply "making things up." To a de

Hot Zombie Chicks, kids, crocheters, neck tattoos, furry monsters, autobiographical comic books, and customized handcrafts were assembled under one roof at the Scottish Rite Center Saturday and Sunday. One story is being retold in different words at the "Vinyl Toy, Indy Comix and D.I.Y." show and it transcends all mediums at Indy Euphoria. People are discovering they have the capacity to create the things they want to see realized. Indy Euphoria shows there is a market for those creations. Hundreds of vendors displayed theirs at the event. Nora Kniveton from Transient Treasures was approached by Indy Euphoria creator Anthony Leano to table at a comic convention for the first time. Kni

This Saturday and Sunday at 10 a.m., Sacramento's Scottish Rite Center will open its doors for Indy Euphoria, "Sacramento's Vinyl Toy, D.I.Y. & Indy Comix Show." The event will feature live art, a charity auction, film screenings, hundreds of vendors, celebrated comic book guests, seminars and workshops. "Indy Comix" is an umbrella term for projects that fall outside the realm of mainstream superhero comics. According to Indy Euphoria founder, Anthony Leano, it encompasses comics that are "alternative, underground, independents or small press, self-published, new brow, and low brow." The art represented by Indy Euphoria steps away from the mass-produced and toward that of a singular, h

Every comic character from Pokemon to Care Bears was represented at the Sacramento Comic, Toy and Anime Show held at the Scottish Rite Masonic Center on Sunday. "People come to play games, dress up and buy comic stuff in the dealers hall," attendee Philip Reed said. The rooms were filled with conversations about Final Fantasy, glowing swords, fairy wings and furry pants. A majority of the nearly 200 people in attendance were dressed as their favorite comic book characters as they looked through the thousands of half-price comics.  "It's called 'cosplay' in Japan when everyone dresses up as their favorite character all the time," Reed said. "It's Halloween every day for them."  The main

Ok, we have been updating you all along with the success of the "Sacramento Has Talent" Competition being held at the "New" Tommy T's Comedy Cluib; well, the Second Round is about to start this Tuesday Aug. 11th at 7:30. All good acts, but only half make it on to the Finals. The audience is always the best judge, and that's why with this competition it's the audience who decide which acts have what it takes to represent our area. Come join us and help pick the Best, because we got rid of the Rest!  Starting with this next round of shows, all the acts win because TV cameras will be taking it all in and soon these talented people will be seen on your local TV screen. Come out and be a part

 For his friends he was a tenacious fighter known for his fairness, and remembered for his love of the games. Former A-1 Comics Store Manager, Joe Guardalibene passed away but his strong example of the importance of knowing right from wrong lives on. Many of the kids who played in his game tournaments, including the popular Magic games, discovered a role model who inspired them beyond the game board. Joe was an important part of the Sacramento gaming community for over 8 years. He made many friends managing a local comic book and gaming store where he took great pride in keeping up to date on the latest popular games, comics, anime and was an expert on the market for older comic collectib

You might not think that one of the first babies in California born addicted to methadone would grow up to be a comedian. You’d be wrong. You might also think that a guy who’d just lost his job, with two young kids and another on the way, would rush out and get a real job. Wrong again. You might also think that Sacramento has no comedy scene. Strike three. Well, maybe. John Ross, 31, swears that Sacramento has a great comedy scene, and he’s determined that it not become a punch line. Unless, of course, he’s the one getting the laugh. So this month, Ross is launching The Set List, his free monthly tabloid magazine that aims to cover Sacramento’s comedy scene. And if it helps his own ca

Interviewed by Paul Dale Roberts, President www.jazmaonline.com Question: It's been a while since I interviewed you. This is a chance to tell the audience about your life and who you are. Not a lot to say I guess. I grew up on comics & abandoned them for girls & music as a teenager. I rediscovered them a few years ago & started making my own. Besides the comics I also make music, run a record label, & paint. Question: Why small comics, why not regular sized comics? I think the mini-comic format has a lot more physicality to it. You hold it your hand & it feels like a special object. Also of course they’re easier to afford to make. Question: There is a lot of drama in these comics, would y