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FanNation: The Geekstravaganza

FanNation: The Geekstravaganza returns this November for a week-long virtual celebration of all things fandom. There will be podcasts, cooking & craft demos, a virtual escape room and so much more.

Check out our schedule of events for the full line-up.

Schedule of Events

Virtual Cosplay Contest

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To participate in our Virtual FanNation Cosplay Contest please email a photo of yourself in your cosplay outfit to social@theoceancountylibrary.org by November 1st. Please include your name, cosplay inspiration, phone number and email (so we can contact you if you win). Only emailed submissions will be included in the contest.




Voting for best cosplay will begin November 8th.

Live Virtual Presentations

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SHONEN/SHOUJO with Ivan Veldez Jr

Monday, November 8

6 pm


Comics for boys and comics for girls... what's the difference between them, and how to create them for one target audience and still be friendly towards another. Cartoonist, Ivan Veldez Jr. Will provide a focus on basics in storytelling, character designs, and business plans for marketing of your creations. 

Register Here

Dungeons & Dragons One-Shot Adventure

Tuesday, November 9

2 pm


Join players on an adventure in the world of Dungeons & Dragons. Open to new and experienced players. Space is limited, be sure to register. Registration and an email is required in order to receive a link to this virtual session. We will be playing a stand-alone adventure.

Register Here
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The Art of Voice Acting with Aaron Dismuke 

Wednesday, November 10

6 pm


Learn how to become a voice actor and the process of recording a character with professional voice actor Aaron Dismuke. 

Register Here

Level Up Your Role Play 

Thursday, November 11

6 pm


Interview with Morgan Conroy of Taking Initiative, an actual play DnD podcast as she answers questions about how to enhance your role playing in tabletop RPGs.  

Register Here
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In Person Programming

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Scavenger Hunt

Toms River Branch

November 8 - 12

2 pm - 4 pm


Help us find the pieces to our missing puzzle!

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Take & Make Kits

Toms River Branch

November 8 - 12

Beginning at 2 pm


Pick up a Take & Make kit from November 8 - 12. While supplies last.

Be sure to visit our social media during the week of FanNation for more great programs!

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