tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3335909286675574503.post105976216911309192..comments2023-10-07T12:04:41.524-04:00Comments on || SUNDAY COMIX ||: Free Comic Book DayUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger2125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3335909286675574503.post-73045086070852157842008-05-02T18:34:00.000-04:002008-05-02T18:34:00.000-04:00Thank you so much for posting this update-- Diane ...Thank you so much for posting this update-- Diane Sharp was definitely a hero and it's wonderful to see how the Columbus comics community is working together to celebrate her bravery.Max Inkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12788391918451543181noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3335909286675574503.post-57396314024999020202008-05-02T17:17:00.000-04:002008-05-02T17:17:00.000-04:00REAL SUPERHERO HONORED BY LOCAL COMIC BOOK SHOPS O...REAL SUPERHERO HONORED BY LOCAL COMIC BOOK SHOPS ON SATURDAY MAY 3rd<BR/> <BR/>The first Saturday in May represents a holiday for comic fans across the world know as Free Comic Book Day, where participating comic store retailers distribute free comics to anyone with no strings attached. A day where anyone can read about and dream of becoming superheroes, introducing millions to the unique art form and storytelling method that has delighted and inspired millions more. <BR/> <BR/>This year however, Free Comic Book Day has a new meaning in the eyes of the local comic stores in Columbus , as they will all be honoring a very special local hero. On April 10, 2008 Diane Sharp, a crossing guard at Scioto Darby Elementary school in Hilliard, was killed saving the life of Christian Engle, a second grader. Sharp was very heroic and tried to protect the child with her own body and in the end, sacrificed her life to save another.<BR/> <BR/>Jamie Colegrove, owner of Packrat Comics located near Scioto Darby Creek Elementary, said “It truly was amazing how quickly Diane reacted to protect Christian we wanted to honor her sacrifice and heroism.” Colegrove continued “Free Comic Book Day seemed like an excellent opportunity to acknowledge her as our own superhero.” <BR/> <BR/>All comic retailers in the community whole heartedly agreed. Each of the participating stores in Columbus will be accepting donations on behalf of the Sharp and Engle families funds at Fifth Third and Key Bank. In addition, many of the stores will be contributing and offering other opportunities for all patrons to enjoy.<BR/> <BR/>So on Saturday, May 3rd, stop by your local comic shop, get a free comic and support this true superhero and those she left behind.<BR/> <BR/>Participating retailers include: <BR/> <BR/>PACKRAT COMICS<BR/>3872 LATTIMER STREET<BR/>HILLIARD , OH<BR/>(614) 527-8450<BR/> <BR/>PACKRAT COMICS<BR/>109 E FIFTH STREET<BR/>MARYSVILLE, OH<BR/>(937) 624-0492<BR/> <BR/>THE LAUGHING OGRE<BR/>4258 NORTH HIGH STREET<BR/>COLUMBUS , OH<BR/>(614) 267-6473<BR/> <BR/>BRITISH PAPERMILL<BR/>5733 BRICE OUTLET MALL<BR/>COLUMBUS, OH 43232<BR/>(614) 577-0220 <BR/> <BR/>DISCOUNT PAPERBACK CENTER<BR/>10 CHITTENDEN AVENUE<BR/>COLUMBUS, OH<BR/>(614) 291-5136<BR/> <BR/>COMIC TOWN<BR/>320 S STATE STREET<BR/>WESTERVILLE, OH<BR/>(614) 890-8338<BR/> <BR/>COMIC TOWN<BR/>1249 MORSE ROAD<BR/>COLUMBUS, OH<BR/>(614) 262-5006<BR/> <BR/>COMIC TOWN<BR/>1065 GEMINI PLACE <BR/>COLUMBUS , OH 43240<BR/>(614) 436-3167<BR/> <BR/>MOORE COMICS<BR/>5505 WESTERVILLE ROAD<BR/>WESTERVILLE , OH<BR/>(614) 901-3963<BR/> <BR/>ALLEY CAT GAMES & COMICS<BR/>2744 FESTIVAL LANE<BR/>DUBLIN, OH<BR/>(614) 336-2445<BR/> <BR/>DAVE’S CLUB HOUSE<BR/>1538 BRICE ROAD Brice Rd.<BR/>REYNODLSBURG, OH 43068Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com