Several NKA members have asked me to explain why I dressed myself, my wife, and three of our grandchildren in steampunk costumes to attend Pocatello’s first Comic Con (Snake River Comic Con) last September. Shelbie Harris, Idaho State Journal, stated, “If you self-identify as a geek, nerd or simply consider yourself a fan of comic books, Harry Potter or pop culture in general, you might want to sit down for this.” Comic Con, which was launched in 1970 in San Diego, has now come to Southeast Idaho. It is a not-to-miss event for anyone who is young at heart.

Location: Liberty Hall, 325 W. Benton, lecture room