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Cartoon Crossroads Columbus @cartooncrossroads.bsky.social · 16h

MORE THAN A FESTIVAL. CXC is more than four days in April. We bring comics into classrooms, celebrate artists, and connect people through storytelling all year long. Your gift helps keep our festival and community programming free. Support CXC: cartooncrossroadscolumbus.org/donate/

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Cartoon Crossroads Columbus @cartooncrossroads.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

Join us Thursday, Oct. 8 at 6:30 PM as Nate Powell joins Caitlin McGurk (Billy Ireland Cartoon Library & Museum) at Bexley Public Library to talk about his new graphic novel, DIANA! Free registration. Register: bexleylibrary.org/event/16952059

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Cartoon Crossroads Columbus @cartooncrossroads.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

CXC 2027 Exhibitor Applications are NOW OPEN! Want to exhibit at Cartoon Crossroads Columbus? We want to see what you're making! Applications are open now through November 3 at 11:59 PM EST. CXC 2027: April 15–18, 2027 Expo: April 17–18 Apply now → airtable.com/app2SGD1Urob...

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Cartoon Crossroads Columbus @cartooncrossroads.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

CXC Exhibitor Applications are opening soon! Want to be the first to know? Join our newsletter — we’ll announce it there first. cartooncrossroadscolumbus.org/newsletter/

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Cartoon Crossroads Columbus @cartooncrossroads.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

Who‘s attending Matsuricon 26 this weekend in Columbus? CXC Co-Programming Chair, Craig Campbell, is hosting a workshop tonight at 6:30 PM. ✨#comics

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Cartoon Crossroads Columbus @cartooncrossroads.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Derf Backderf’s The Dissidents explores the political cartoonists who challenged racism, violence, and political turmoil in early 20th-century America—and why their stories still resonate today. Sept. 23 | 7 PM Wexner Center for the Arts #CXC #Comics wexarts.org/talks-more/d...

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Cartoon Crossroads Columbus @cartooncrossroads.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Who‘s ready for the weekend? A pic from our NCS AfterParty 🍻 #summerfun

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Cartoon Crossroads Columbus @cartooncrossroads.bsky.social · 30/05/2026

We're hiring! Cartoon Crossroads Columbus (CXC) is seeking a part-time Administrative Assistant to help support our year-round operations and annual festival. To apply, complete the application form and upload your resume. Applications received by June 19, 2026 will receive priority consideration.

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Cartoon Crossroads Columbus @cartooncrossroads.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

Check out the programming for MINT’s Japanese Manga in New York City. www.mint-mangaproject.com/en/news/japa...

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Cartoon Crossroads Columbus @cartooncrossroads.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

Congratulations to Jeff Smith (@jeffsmithsbone.bsky.social) on receiving the National Cartoonists Society’s Milton Caniff Lifetime Achievement Award. via The Daily Cartoonist: www.dailycartoonist.com/index.php/20...

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Cartoon Crossroads Columbus @cartooncrossroads.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

We’re less than one year away from CXC 2027, April 15–18, 2027! …and we’re just getting started. We’ve got a full year of events ahead with our wonderful partners—plus more to come. More details as each event gets closer. Sign up for our newsletter so you don’t miss a thing! ✨

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Cartoon Crossroads Columbus @cartooncrossroads.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

For anyone who hasn't heard the sad news about Gib, we want to share that there is a memorial taking place tomorrow April 23rd. We are not hosting, but we do want to share the information with the community at large. Visit link below for more details. www.newcomercolumbus.com/obituaries/g...

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Gib Bickel Obituary April 19, 2026 - Newcomer Columbus

View Gib Bickel's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

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Cartoon Crossroads Columbus @cartooncrossroads.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

You’re invited! Come celebrate with us April 28, 2026, at a CXC Spring Fling—good vibes, great people, and a little preview of what we’ve been working on for the April 15–18, 2027 CXC Festival. No RSVP required. We'll see you there!

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Cartoon Crossroads Columbus @cartooncrossroads.bsky.social · 21/09/2025

Happening now! If you haven’t had a chance to hear from our wonderful guests from MINT manga, come to the Library Auditorium. This is a truly unique chance to get a peek into the independent world of Manga artists and learn about the incredible diversity of authors working in Japan!

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Cartoon Crossroads Columbus @cartooncrossroads.bsky.social · 20/09/2025

CONGRATULATIONS TO CXC EMERGING TALENT WINNER GIGI MURAKAMI!!! We could not be happier to be presenting you with this award, and we cannot wait to see what you make! Gigi will be having a signing at 4:30! Please give her a congratulations and peruse her incredible work.

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Cartoon Crossroads Columbus @cartooncrossroads.bsky.social · 20/09/2025

ANNOUNCEMENT: the parking garage at the Library Main Branch is Full! Overflow parking is available at the following locations: 540 Oak Street 535 Oak Street 108 S. Washington Avenue Look for Library Event Parking Signs!

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Cartoon Crossroads Columbus @cartooncrossroads.bsky.social · 19/09/2025

Tonight! After John Musker’s presentation on the making of I’m Hip, join us for an afterparty at Seventh Son Brewing celebrating our Manga guests! Seventh Son has even created a custom brew for the event, named Tokidoki! Artwork for the event by Keita Katsushika with poster layout by Lauren Sparks

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Cartoon Crossroads Columbus @cartooncrossroads.bsky.social · 18/09/2025

Unfortunately, due to circumstances beyond our control, CXC special guest Loui is unable to appear at the festival in person, but will be appearing only in the Global Manga: The Worldwide Influence of Japanese Comics panel (2:00 pm, Saturday 9/20) via Zoom.

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Cartoon Crossroads Columbus @cartooncrossroads.bsky.social · 18/09/2025

Today and Tomorrow! Join us at the Billy Ireland for a rare opportunity to take a guided tour of the archives. There are heart rending, mindblowing treasures tucked behind every corner in this stunning library archive. Get to the Billy early! sign up times are limited!

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Cartoon Crossroads Columbus @cartooncrossroads.bsky.social · 18/09/2025

Are you attending our expo this weekend? Do you want commemorative artwork by Kelly Wang (who will be at table 114B by the way ;) )? Do you need a bag to hold all your zines? First 50 attendees to inquire on Saturday will receive a FREE CXC 2025 tote bag!

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Cartoon Crossroads Columbus @cartooncrossroads.bsky.social · 17/09/2025

Friday! Snacks! Beer! Fun! And, in honor of our manga guests, Seventh Son will be featuring a specially-brewed CXC Japanese-style koji rice beer, “Tokidoki”!

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Cartoon Crossroads Columbus @cartooncrossroads.bsky.social · 16/09/2025

Holy grawlix y'all! It's CXC week! Can you believe it's already upon us? Here's an event you won't want to miss. Hear from one of the most influential cartoonists of his generation whose work ranges from Criterion Collection covers to the landmark graphic novel Black Hole. buff.ly/GMiI5L5

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Cartoon Crossroads Columbus @cartooncrossroads.bsky.social · 15/09/2025

The centerpiece of CXC 2025's manga track, this panel brings together creators from literally around the globe—Japan, France, and here in the U.S--to discuss manga and its influence at home and abroad. You won't want to miss this conversation with a spectacular lineup of manga stars!

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Cartoon Crossroads Columbus @cartooncrossroads.bsky.social · 13/09/2025

Indulge your nostalgia with our next event! Thursday evening at the Wex following a reception from 6-7, join us once again in the auditorium for a special screening and discussion of Hercules with director John Musker! This event is free with ticket: wexarts.org/film-video/h...

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Cartoon Crossroads Columbus @cartooncrossroads.bsky.social · 13/09/2025

We have some truly wonderful Thursday programming to share with you! This one’s for the animation fans! Learn with John Canemaker about the life and work of artist Mary Blair, who left her mark on many Disney films of the 1940s and 50s. Event free with ticket: wexarts.org/film-video/j...

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Cartoon Crossroads Columbus @cartooncrossroads.bsky.social · 12/09/2025

Wednesday at Gateway Film Center! Who doesn't love a pre-festival celebration of the talents of some incredible animators! We're excited to announce that once again, Rafael Rosado, Kangmin Lim and Vincent Alexander have organized a showcase of animated shorts to be screened Wednesday evening!

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Cartoon Crossroads Columbus @cartooncrossroads.bsky.social · 09/09/2025

A quick little how to guide on navigating our new schedule, and using the Sched app!

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Cartoon Crossroads Columbus @cartooncrossroads.bsky.social · 08/09/2025

Have you checked out or new schedule website? Our new interactive schedule is the best! With our schedule website, you can make an account and sort and save all of the events you're most interested in. You can even sort events by guest, date, venue, and track! buff.ly/3muqk7H

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Cartoon Crossroads Columbus @cartooncrossroads.bsky.social · 06/09/2025

Surprise! 2022 attendees will remember Fred Schodt, the winner of the 2022 Spurgeon Award, for his work as a manga scholar, and for breaking ground on English translation of manga, starting with the works of groundbreaking creator Osamu Tezuka. We're so honored by his return to our festival!

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Cartoon Crossroads Columbus @cartooncrossroads.bsky.social · 05/09/2025

Tickets are available now for Queer Brunch! A beloved CXC tradition! Hosted this year by Kayla E and Justin Hall. You can follow the QR code in the post to get tickets! This event, like all events, is free, but does require tickets in advance! buff.ly/p926WMj

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Cartoon Crossroads Columbus @cartooncrossroads.bsky.social · 03/09/2025

We're bringing back one of our favorite programs from 2023! The incredible Babs New has agreed to model for a figure drawing workshop at CCAD, guided by Emory Noakes! You can also check out Babs' work at at table 7A at our expo! :) This event does require sign-ups in advance! buff.ly/GDzLohr

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Cartoon Crossroads Columbus @cartooncrossroads.bsky.social · 03/09/2025

Do you like comics? Community? Free Pizza? Hanging out with guests and exhibitors alike? Do you get a deep sense of the warm fuzzies when you're able to make someone's day amazing? Are you craving the feeling of being helpful? Do you want to hang out with the coolest crew at CXC? Sign up now!

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Cartoon Crossroads Columbus @cartooncrossroads.bsky.social · 30/08/2025

This weekend in Columbus! Our friends at Matsuricon are putting on their annual celebration of Japanese anime, games and manga! We're so honored that they have invited us to be part of their schedule this year! Go forth and enjoy our favorite anime convention in Columbus <3

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Radiator Comics @radiatorcomics.bsky.social · 26/08/2025

Get also excited! In 3.5 weeks we'll be at @cartooncrossroads.bsky.social table 104 (VISIT THE LEG! DON'T FEAR THE LEG!) with @gabrieljoyyy.bsky.social @samsharpe.bsky.social Darya Foroohar, & @neilbrideau.bsky.social! www.radiatorcomics.com/event/#event...

portrait of Sam Sharpe drawing at a desk

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Cartoon Crossroads Columbus @cartooncrossroads.bsky.social · 15/08/2025

It takes a village to run a comics show. It's a little awe inducing that so many people believe in us enough to donate their time, space, and money to make this show happen. We are deeply grateful to the generous sponsors who made this year’s festival possible! Your investment in us means the world

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Cartoon Crossroads Columbus @cartooncrossroads.bsky.social · 13/08/2025

Looking for a place to crash this CXC? Our hotel blocks are now open!

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Cartoon Crossroads Columbus @cartooncrossroads.bsky.social · 11/08/2025

Featuring the art and writing of six emerging artists!

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Cartoon Crossroads Columbus @cartooncrossroads.bsky.social · 11/08/2025

Making its debut at CXC, we're proud to announce that we're bringing the MINT Manga Exhibit to CCAD! This exhibit will feature rare manga, as well as artwork from some of Japan's premier emerging talent! Join us and be among the first to explore the future of manga.

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