Media Release -- The Comic Bug of Manhattan Beach, CA will host the Groovy Madmen of Comics Party benefiting Hero Initiative on Saturday May 19, from 7-10 p.m. The Comic Bug is located at 1807 Manhattan Beach Blvd.
The event features the display and sale of 200 original Julius Schwartz cover proofs from 1964-74. These are unique, one-of-a kind final printer's proof's that were sent to longtime DC editor Julius Schwartz before he would sign off on printing. Each piece comes with a unique certificate of authenticity keyed to the specific issue.
DJ Boots McGoGo will set the mood and groovy drinks will flow. In addition, there will be a sale of select silver age and bronze age back issues at COVER price. That's right—you can get 15-cent era comics at 15 cents!
And you know, you gotta dress the part!
WHO: The Hero Initiative and the Comic Bug
WHAT: The Groovy Madmen of Comics party, celebrating the swingin' '60s and '70s!
WHY: To have a great time and support the Hero Initiative cause!
WHERE: The Comic Bug, 1807 Manhattan Beach Blvd., in Manhattan Beach, CA
WHEN: Saturday, May 19, 7-10 p.m.
Get full details and directions at www.TheComicBug.com
About The Hero Initiative
The Hero Initiative is the first-ever federally chartered not-for-profit corporation dedicated strictly to helping comic book creators in need. Hero creates a financial safety net for yesterday's creators who may need emergency medical aid, financial support for essentials of life, and an avenue back into paying work. It's a chance for all of us to give back something to the people who have given us so much enjoyment. Hero is a federally recognized 501(c)(3) charity.
