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Calmer Con Boston @calmerconboston.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Our friends at Bricks & Minifigs Newton have an awesome offer: Every Calmer Con attendee will get a coupon for one free minifig from their minifig maker and one free tub of bulk bricks! Join us at Calmer Con on Saturday, then stop by Bricks & Minifigs to customize your own minifig.

A graphic reading:

Have fun HERE (pointing to photo of people at a Calmer Con table) then visit HERE (pointing to photo of an impressively large array of LEGO minifig components)

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Calmer Con Boston @calmerconboston.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Thanks so much to Boston.com for featuring us in Things to Do! Always nice to have some help spreading the word 🙂 Check out the story here: www.boston.com/things-to-do... See what the buzz is about next Saturday, September 12! Free admission with registration, and all are welcome!

Screenshot of a Boston.com webpage with a photo of Calmer Con attendees and the captions "Things to Do: Comics: Sensory-friendly comics convention Calmer Con returns to Boston area"

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Calmer Con Boston @calmerconboston.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

We're excited to welcome Damian Alexander @damianimated.bsky.social to Calmer Con's Artist Alley! Damian is the author of OTHER BOYS, ABSOLUTELY EVERYTHING, and HAND-ME-DOWN, a graphic memoir about the love we pass down across generations. Meet Damian and other artists on Saturday, Sept 12th!

Covers of Damian Alexander's Absolutely Everything and Hand-Me-Down

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Calmer Con Boston @calmerconboston.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Tonight at @brooklinebooksmith.bsky.social! Join Brendan Mahan @adhdessentials.bsky.social in conversation with Caroline Maguire for the release of Overcoming the Wall of Awful. For more info and to register, visit bit.ly/3RDAG6P. Brendan and Caroline will be at Calmer Con on September 12th!

Cover of Overcoming the Wall of Awful by Brendan Mahan

Photo of Brendan Mahan, special guest at Calmer Con Boston

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Calmer Con Boston @calmerconboston.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Bricks for the Blind is a non-profit organization that creates and provides text-based instructions for blind and visually impaired builders, and you can build with them at Calmer Con. All are welcome, sighted or blind, because building is for everyone. Sept. 12th in Weston, MA: www.calmercon.org

A picture of an adult and child building with Lego blocks. Text reads "Text-based brick building with Bricks for the Blind"

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Calmer Con Boston @calmerconboston.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

Love a good puzzle? You'll be in good company at Calmer Con. The puzzle walls from Co-Operatives are returning this year! If you love escape rooms—or if you've wanted to try one—you'll want to check them out. Meet puzzle cube fans at the Cubing Meetup. Show off your skills or ask for help!

A photo of two kids at a puzzle wall.

Caption:
Sensory-friendly puzzle zone!
Co-Operatives Puzzle Walls 10:00 a - 3:30 p
Cubing Meetup 2:00p - 3:00p
Sept 12, 2026, Meadowbrook School, Weston, MA

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Calmer Con Boston @calmerconboston.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

The Calmer Con schedule is now live! Here's just a few of the day's activities. Plus comics workshops with @juddwinick.bsky.social and Ellen T. Crenshaw, miniature painting with @glacialgeek.bsky.social, and keynote from @adhdessentials.bsky.social. Full schedule: www.calmercon.org/schedule-2026

What's on the schedule? Here's a sample...

(Calmer Con is Saturday, September 12, 10 am - 4 pm at the Meadowbrook School in Weston, MA)

1:30 pm: Procreate Workshop with Sketchy Go Ichie
2:00 pm: Family Trivia
2:30 pm: Text-based Brick Building with Bricks for the Blind

11:00 and 3:00: Goblin Errands RPG with Side Quest Books & Games
2:00 pm: Cubing Meetup
10:00 am - 3:30 pm: Miniatures Paint and Take

View the full schedule at calmercon.org

Join us September 12th! Free admission with registration

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Calmer Con Boston @calmerconboston.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

We're excited to provide American Sign Language interpretation at Calmer Con! Just let us know at registration: on the details page there will be a question asking if you need ASL interpretation services—be sure to check yes! www.calmercon.org/events/calme...

Graphic reading "ASL Interpretation available! Let us know if you need an interpreter at registration"

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Calmer Con Boston @calmerconboston.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

🌟 Announcing our full guest list! 🌟 Too many to list here, so take a look at calmercon.org/guests-2026 to learn more about the artists, vendors, entertainment, and professional resources we'll be welcoming on September 12. PLUS: the full schedule will be posted soon, so stay tuned!

Graphic reading "Meet Our Guests! Complete Guest List at calmercon.org. Full schedule coming soon!"

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Calmer Con Boston @calmerconboston.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

Yasmeen Lee (www.instagram.com/yasmeenleeee) was a first-time Calmer Con volunteer last year. Here's why she's excited to come back: 🧵

Cosplayer Yasmeen Lee (@yasmeenleeee on Instagram) as Princess Jasmine. Caption reads "Volunteering at Calmer Con was one of the most meaningful experiences I've ever had."

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Calmer Con Boston @calmerconboston.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

Calmer Con Boston is looking for volunteers to help out on September 12th. Whether you're a tabletop gamer, a cosplayer, a crafter, or an all-around helpful person, your skills can help make this the best Calmer Con yet! Sign up at calmercon.org/volunteer if you're interested.

A photo of smiling cosplayers with the caption "Join Us September 12! calmercon.org/volunteer"

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Calmer Con Boston @calmerconboston.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

Excited to announce that @juddwinick.bsky.social will be a special guest at Calmer Con! Judd is the creator of the Hilo graphic novels, a series full of adventure, laughs, friends, and robots. His latest book, The Mighty, brings his signature action and humor to a new story with a new hero!

A photo of Judd Winick, bestselling cartoonist and Calmer Con special guest!

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Calmer Con Boston @calmerconboston.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

We're excited to welcome special guest Brendan Mahan, host of the @adhdessentials.bsky.social podcast and author of Overcoming the Wall of Awful! He's helped numerous people with ADHD, autism, and anxiety better understand their challenges. (And he's a comic book collector, too—our kind of people!)

Photo of Brendan Mahan, special guest at Calmer Con

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Calmer Con Boston @calmerconboston.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

Introducing our next special guest: Ellen T. Crenshaw! Ellen is the cartoonist behind three Baby-Sitters Club graphic novel adaptations and the co-creator of the graphic novel Kiss Number 8 (with Colleen AF Venable). Ellen will be drawing with us—is there a BSC character you'd love to see?

A photo of cartoonist Ellen T. Crenshaw. She's got a cute dog!

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Calmer Con Boston @calmerconboston.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

Phil Hall @glacialgeek.bsky.social will be BACK at Calmer Con in September! Phil's paint-and-take station was a highlight of last year's Calmer Con, and we're thrilled to welcome him back. Stop by and paint your own miniature to take home, and meet one of the best (and nicest) painters around.

Graphic featuring Phil Hall, who will be a special guest at Calmer Con Boston in September 2026!

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Calmer Con Boston @calmerconboston.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

If you missed the initial call for artists and performers, there's still time! We've made easier to apply: www.calmercon.org/apply-to-exh... Share your comics, crafts, and creativity at Calmer Con this September! P.S. Share this post and help us find even more amazing creators and performers!

Illustration captioned "Artists and performers - join us on September 12! Join now at calmercon.org"

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Calmer Con Boston @calmerconboston.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

Calmer Con is looking for performers! We're looking for all types of performances—fun or funny or exciting or cool—as long it can be performed in a sensory-adjusted setting. Comic/video game/pop culture themes are especially welcome! Comment or email calmercon@bostoncomicarts.org for more info!

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Calmer Con Boston @calmerconboston.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

📣 Calling all comics creators, artists, and crafters! We've got space in the Artist Alley, and we'd love to see some new faces and new creations. If you're interested in applying, reply here or email 📩calmercon@bostoncomicarts.org. 🌟 If you know someone who may be a great fit, share this post!

Graphic reading "Artist Alley applications are open! Contact us for more info"

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Calmer Con Boston @calmerconboston.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

🌟 Volunteer registration is now open for Calmer Con Boston 2026! 🌟 So many different people have helped make Calmer Con an amazing experience over the years. Will you join them? Whatever your skills and interests are, there's a volunteer spot for you on September 12. calmercon.org/volunteer

A graphic reading "Volunteer with us!" with two characters talking to each other.

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Calmer Con Boston @calmerconboston.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

What is Calmer Con? It's a sensory-friendly convention designed for neurodivergent fans. It's an opportunity to meet and learn from comic artists, discover new games and hobbies, and create art. And it's a LOT of fun. Admission is free and registration is open: www.calmercon.org/events/calme...

A photo of several people playing a Pokemon card game, captioned "What is Calmer Con?"

A photo of several cosplayers, captioned "Calmer Con is... Pop Culture"

A photo of comic artist Sarah Myer (in an extremely cool outfit) signing an autograph, captioned "Calmer Con is... Comics"

A photo of several people talking at a table full of art, captioned "Calmer Con is... Sensory Friendly Fun"

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Calmer Con Boston @calmerconboston.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

🌟 SAVE THE DATE! Calmer Con Boston is returning on September 12, 2026. We've been busy behind the scenes, and we're excited to see you in September! Stay tuned for announcements about this year's special guests, activities, vendors, and resources. Register here: www.calmercon.org/events/calme...

An image reading "Save the Date - Calmer Con Boston - September 12, 2026, Meadowbrook School, Weston, MA

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Calmer Con Boston @calmerconboston.bsky.social · 12/01/2026

This Tuesday at the Medford Public Library! Elementary and middle school students can learn from author Damian Alexander @damianimated.bsky.social how to tell their own stories through comics. Register for the workshop here: www.bostoncomicarts.org/event-detail...

Kids Comics Workshop with Damian Alexander

Tuesday, January 13th at 4pm

Medford Public Library
111 High St, Medford, MA

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Calmer Con Boston @calmerconboston.bsky.social · 14/09/2025

Thanks to everyone who visited Calmer Con! It was an incredible day full of energy, music, art, and new friends. We're grateful to our guests, artists, vendors, professional resources, and volunteers, and to all of you who helped spread the word. Photos by Lauren Miller (lolamillz5 on Instagram)

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The Concord Center @theconcordcenter.bsky.social · 05/09/2025

We are excited to be tabling at @calmercon.bsky.social tomorrow! Come say hi if you are there - we will have some goodies!

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Calmer Con Boston @calmerconboston.bsky.social · 05/09/2025

Just one more day! Calmer Con is 10 am TOMORROW, 9/6! A sensory-friendly comics convention featuring workshops, gaming, live entertainment, and activities for all ages. And it's FREE. Register now and we'll see you there! www.calmercon.org/events/calme...

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Free with registration!

Sensory-friendly Comics and Pop Culture Convention

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Radiator Comics @radiatorcomics.bsky.social · 04/09/2025

Calmer Con, a Sensory-Friendly Comics & Pop Culture Convention is this weekend in Boston!! This fest features a ton of great cartoonists, including @carabeancomics.bsky.social and @gabrieljoyyy.bsky.social! www.calmercon.org

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Calmer Con Boston @calmerconboston.bsky.social · 29/08/2025

The full guest list for Calmer Con is HERE! We've got special guests @smyercomics.bsky.social, Jim Lawson, and @glacialgeek.bsky.social, a full Artist Alley, professional resources, and more! Learn more here: www.calmercon.org/guests See you on the 6th, and remember to register on our site!

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Calmer Con Boston @calmerconboston.bsky.social · 28/08/2025

We're looking forward to seeing cartoonist Jesse Schuh at the Calmer Con Artist Alley! Jesse's the creator of Year 'Round Days, a slice-of-life comic strip with a cast of clever kids (and an equally clever cat). Saturday, September 6th in Weston, MA, and free: www.calmercon.org/events/calme...

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Calmer Con Boston @calmerconboston.bsky.social · 27/08/2025

Calmer Con is pleased to welcome the Massachusetts Association for Gifted Education to our Professional Resource Fair. MAGE supports and advocates for the understanding of gifted students and their educational needs. Learn more about them on 9/6 at Calmer Con: www.calmercon.org/events/calme...

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Calmer Con Boston @calmerconboston.bsky.social · 27/08/2025

Mark Gonyea @markgonyea.bsky.social designs simple and strategic tabletop games like Toppa, a quick but challenging 2-player game. He's also a graphic designer and children's author-illustrator, so look for his stylish table at Calmer Con! www.calmercon.org/events/calme...

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Calmer Con Boston @calmerconboston.bsky.social · 26/08/2025

@whiteleyfoster.bsky.social will be at Calmer Con's Artist Alley with a table full of art—original comics, fan art, and handmade dice trays. Come meet them on September 6 in Weston, MA! Calmer Con is free with registration: www.calmercon.org/events/calme...

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Calmer Con Boston @calmerconboston.bsky.social · 26/08/2025

The Parent/Professional Advocacy League will be at our Professional Resource Fair on Saturday, 9/6. PPAL works to improve the mental health of children and families through education, advocacy, and support. Learn more about their work at Calmer Con: www.calmercon.org/events/calme...

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Calmer Con Boston @calmerconboston.bsky.social · 25/08/2025

Excited to welcome @gabrieljoyyy.bsky.social to Calmer Con! Gabriel will be leading a workshop on Story for Comics as well as having a table in the Artists Alley. Have you registered for Calmer Con yet? It's just two weeks away! www.calmercon.org/events/calme...

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Calmer Con Boston @calmerconboston.bsky.social · 25/08/2025

Willow's Creatures will be at Calmer Con Boston on September 6th! Willow's crocheted creatures range from the mythical to the mundane; maybe your next stuffed companion is among them? Let us know you're coming to Calmer Con by registering: www.calmercon.org/events/calme...

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Calmer Con Boston @calmerconboston.bsky.social · 24/08/2025

We're still looking for more cosplayer volunteers! Join us on September 6th in Weston, MA for Calmer Con, a sensory-friendly comics and pop culture convention designed for neurodivergent fans of all ages. Here's @yasmeenleeee.bsky.social who will be joining us! www.calmercon.org/volunteer

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Calmer Con Boston @calmerconboston.bsky.social · 23/08/2025

The Calmer Con 2025 schedule is here! Featuring miniature painting, comics workshops, Switch tournaments, Pokémon trading, TTRPGs, puzzle walls—honestly there's too much to fit in one post! See it all for yourself: www.calmercon.org/schedule-2025 ...and don't forget to register for this Sept. 6!

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Calmer Con Boston @calmerconboston.bsky.social · 23/08/2025

Artist Jesse Lundberg of Lundberg Graphics will be at the Calmer Con Artist Alley! Jesse's art includes comic covers and all sorts of clever illustration, and we're looking forward to seeing his stuff on September 6th. Don't forget to register: www.calmercon.org/events/calme...

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Calmer Con Boston @calmerconboston.bsky.social · 22/08/2025

Join us in welcoming My Ombudsman to Calmer Con 2025. My Ombudsman is an organization helping MassHealth members of all ages and abilities understand their rights and get access to the care they need. Meet them at our Professional Resource Fair on 9/6: www.calmercon.org/events/calme...

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Calmer Con Boston @calmerconboston.bsky.social · 22/08/2025

We're excited to welcome musical guests Clemenzi Crusaders to Calmer Con! Join them for a sensory adjusted performance as they rock out to your favorite movie, TV, and video game theme songs! Register and rock with us on Sep. 6: www.calmercon.org/events/calme...

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Calmer Con Boston @calmerconboston.bsky.social · 22/08/2025

Rachel Dorsey SLP will be at the Professional Resource Fair at Calmer Con Boston! Rachel is an autistic SLP who works with autistic clients of all ages, dedicated to providing neurodiversity-affirmative care. Meet her at Calmer Con on September 6: www.calmercon.org/events/calme...

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Calmer Con Boston @calmerconboston.bsky.social · 21/08/2025

Fiber artist @theirart.bsky.social will be at Calmer Con on September 6th. They'll have hand-crocheted fidget toys and other goodies for sale! Calmer Con is an all-ages, sensory friendly comics and pop culture convention. Free with registration! www.calmercon.org/events/calme...

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Calmer Con Boston @calmerconboston.bsky.social · 21/08/2025

Cartoonist, author, and doodler extraordinaire @carabeancomics.bsky.social will be leading a Mindful Doodling workshop at Calmer Con. All ages and skill levels welcome—anyone can enjoy the benefits of drawing. Register now and draw with us September 6th: www.calmercon.org/events/calme...

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Calmer Con Boston @calmerconboston.bsky.social · 20/08/2025

In addition to artists and activities, Calmer Con is a place for guests to discover resources—such as @takethis.org, a mental health advocacy organization supporting the game community. Meet them at Calmer Con's resource fair on September 6. Register now: www.calmercon.org/events/calme...

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Calmer Con Boston @calmerconboston.bsky.social · 19/08/2025

Excited to announce that Emily Drouin @emilyatplay.bsky.social will be joining us at Calmer Con 2025! Emily's an accomplished cartoonist, art educator, and the founder of @kidscon.bsky.social. Calmer Con Boston is free with registration: www.calmercon.org/events/calme...

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Calmer Con Boston @calmerconboston.bsky.social · 15/08/2025

You can be a Jedi—all you need is the right training. Level up your lightsaber skills and learn to defend against the Dark Side at Jedi training at Calmer Con on September 6th. Free with registration! www.calmercon.org

Photo of a child (featuring excellent Pokémon trainer cosplay!) and an adult in a Jedi robe dueling with lightsabers.

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Calmer Con Boston @calmerconboston.bsky.social · 13/08/2025

Help make this year's Calmer Con the best yet! www.calmercon.org/volunteer

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Calmer Con Boston @calmerconboston.bsky.social · 08/08/2025

One month to go! Mark your calendars for Saturday, September 6 and get ready for a day full of games, comics, workshops, and fun for all ages...all in a sensory-friendly, neurodiversity-affirming space. Oh, and register, of course! Let us know you'll be there: www.calmercon.org/events/calme...

Illustration of a character excitedly looking at a calendar with September 6th marked with a star. (That's the date of Calmer Con Boston 2025, hooray!)

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Calmer Con Boston @calmerconboston.bsky.social · 06/08/2025

Excited to announce that Philip Hall, aka Phil the Glacial Geek, will be a special guest at Calmer Con! Phil’s an accomplished miniature painter dedicated to bringing out the joy in his hobbies. Meet him September 6, and get to know him through his YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/@theglacialg...

Photo of Phil Hall, aka Phil the Glacial Geek, special Calmer Con guest!

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Calmer Con Boston @calmerconboston.bsky.social · 23/07/2025

This Saturday at the Boston Public Library, celebrate comics with Svetlana Chmakova! She'll discuss her graphic novel Awkward and the awesome parts of making & reading comics. Pick up a copy at your branch! Presented by @bostoncomicarts.bsky.social. Register: bpl.bibliocommons.com/events/6862a...

Illustrated poster reading

Boston Reads Comics

This year's comic is...
Awkward by Svetlana Chmakova
Free with registration!
Activities and author talk July 26, 2025 1-4 pm

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