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Free Comic Book Day TFAW Portland!

Things From Another World 2916 NE Broadway, Portland, OR, United States

Come celebrate Free Comic Book Day with your friends at Things From Another World Portland! The doors open promptly at 9am on May 4, 2019! Everyone visiting will be allowed to select up to TEN free specially-marked comics -- we're one of the only comic shops in the Pacific Northwest to let you get that many comics! In addition, we’ll be running some great sales for one day only: - All items in-store will be 20-50% off* - All $10.99 priced Funko Pop figures will be on sale for $8 - Every FCBD purchase will receive a 25% off one graphic novel coupon (limit one per customer) - Box customers receive a coupon for $5 off their purchase of $25 or more, usable on May…

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Joshua Williamson Flash #70 Signing!

Things From Another World (Milwaukie) 10977 SE Main St, Milwaukie, OR, United States

We're excited to announce that Joshua Williamson, writer of The Flash, Birthright, and Nailbiter, will be joining us on May 8th, 2019 at the Milwaukie TFAW to celebrate the launch of Flash #70! He'll be here from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. on May 8th, 2019, and we'll have plenty of copies of Flash #70 available for purchase! Flash #70 is the start of the "The Flash Year One" arc, a story that dives into Barry's first year with his new powers! If you're a Flash fan or just love a good origin story, this is one story arc you will not want to miss. We hope to see you there!

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How to Break Into Comics W/ Frank Gogol

Things From Another World 2916 NE Broadway, Portland, OR, United States

Join us on Saturday, August 3rd 2019, as comic book writer Frank Gogol (Grief, Dead End Kids) shows you how to break into the comic book industry! This event is free to attend and open to all ages! In addition to sharing his story about breaking into the comic book industry, Frank will share his successes, his struggles, and offer a wealth of invaluable tips for new writers and artists looking to make it in this field! Frank will also be bringing his new comic, Dead End Kids, to this workshop, along with copies of the critically-acclaimed Grief! Both copies will be for sale directly from the writer. Check out the synopsis of Dead End Kids below: "It's 1999. Ben, Murphy, Tank, and Amanda are…

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TFAW Book Club w/ Cat Farris!

Things From Another World 2916 NE Broadway, Portland, OR, United States

TFAW Book Club is back! And we're extremely happy to announce the amazing Cat Farris is joining us as our special guest of honor! The first TFAW Book Club selection is the wonderful My Boyfriend is a Bear by Oni Press. Don't have a copy of the book? We have copies available for sale right now at our Portland Things From Another World store! After you've read the book, come hang out with us and Cat as we discuss the book from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. on August 31st, 2019! All Book Club attendees will be able to get a copy of their book signed as well! Haven't heard of My Boyfriend is a Bear? Check out the synopsis below: Bear meets girl. Nora has…

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Halloween Comic Fest 2019 at Things From Another World!

Things From Another World 2916 NE Broadway, Portland, OR, United States

Halloween Comic Fest is here! The spookiest comic day of the year! Participate in Halloween activities at all three Oregon Things From Another World locations. Celebrate the day by saving 20% off Halloween or horror-themed items and books. Show up in costume (no matter your age!) and get an extra 10% off! - KIDS COSTUME PRIZES - The first 20 kids who show up at each TFAW in costume will get a free re-usable Dark Horse bag (with Frozen, Minecraft, Toy Story, or Legend of Korra art) along with some free comics! Kids number 21 and up will get a free re-usable bag until we run out! - FREE HALLOWEEN COMIC FEST COMIC - Everyone who comes in can get a free Halloween Fest Comic…

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Halloween Sale!

Things From Another World 2916 NE Broadway, Portland, OR, United States

The Halloween fun doesn't stop when Saturday is done! From Sunday until stores close on Halloween, we're offering a progressive sale on the spookiest in-stock items! OCT 27-28 20%OFF OCT 29-30 25%OFF OCT 31st 30% OFF

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Mike Henderson “Dead Man Logan 12” Signing

Things From Another World (Beaverton) 4390 SW Lloyd Ave, Beaverton, OR, United States

It is our pleasure to be hosting Mike Henderson, artist of Dead Man Logan, Nailbiter, Daredevil, and many more at our Beaverton Things From Another World location! He'll be here from 4:00 - 7:00 p.m. on 10/30/19, and we'll have plenty of copies of Dead Man Logan 12 available for purchase! Join us in celebrating the conclusion of this truly epic storyline! What will become of fan-favorite Old Man Logan? The only thing we can truly be sure of is that his enemies will be sent to an early, bloody grave knowing only the bitter taste of Adamantium!

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Eisner Week Signing and After-Party at TFAW Portland

Things From Another World 2916 NE Broadway, Portland, OR, United States

Celebrate the end of our Will Eisner Week events with a can't-miss signing and after-party at our Portland location, and help us celebrate the legacy of Will Eisner while promoting comics education in Portland! The signing begins at 3PM and goes until 6PM, followed by a free 1980's themed after-party with free food and drinks (including free beer for guests 21 and up) and a live DJ. Joining us for the signing will be: Brian Michael Bendis (postponed; stay tuned for future signing date news) Steve Lieber Matt Wagner Michael Avon Oeming (no longer attending) Nick Derington David Walker Brennan Wagner Those attending will be able to get items signed by the above creators, can take part in free giveaways, and will be able to…

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TFAW PDX Location Closing Sale

Things From Another World 2916 NE Broadway, Portland, OR, United States

Our NE Broadway store will be officially closing the evening of June 27! As a final thanks for your years of support, we’re having a big location closing sale during its final four days of operation! • ALL FOUR DAYS – All single issue comics $1* • June 19-20 – 30% off everything else • June 26 – 50% off everything else • June 27 – 70% off everything else Please remember that our improved safety rules and guidelines remain in place during the closing sale. If maximum occupancy is reached, you will be asked to queue up outside (practicing social distancing) until someone leaves the store. For the safety of our staff and our shoppers, we are also asking people coming for the sale…

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TFAW End of Summer Sale

Things From Another World 2916 NE Broadway, Portland, OR, United States

We’re ending our summer with a huge Summer Sale at the location of our (former) NE Broadway store August 28-30! For one weekend only, we’re re-opening the doors and bringing clearance prices back with not only some of the remaining things from the NE Broadway location, but we’re also bringing in hundreds of new items from across ALL of our stores! Along with deep discounts, we’ll have special items for sale limited to one-per-customer. These will be items we’re pricing at set amounts, excluded from discounts, where anyone who comes in can pick and purchase. We’re talking about things like $100 sixth scale figures, $5 action figures, $20 statues, and more! It’s our way to thank everyone for their support in these interesting times, and…

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