Calmer Con Boston
@calmerconboston.bsky.social
Sensory Friendly Comics & Pop Culture Convention!
September 12, 2026 at Meadowbrook School in Weston, MA.
Free with registration!
https://www.calmercon.org/
September 12, 2026 at Meadowbrook School in Weston, MA.
Free with registration!
https://www.calmercon.org/
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🌟 SAVE THE DATE! Calmer Con Boston is returning on September 12, 2026.
We've been busy behind the scenes, and we're excited to see you in September! Stay tuned for announcements about this year's special guests, activities, vendors, and resources.
Register here: www.calmercon.org/events/calme...
We've been busy behind the scenes, and we're excited to see you in September! Stay tuned for announcements about this year's special guests, activities, vendors, and resources.
Register here: www.calmercon.org/events/calme...
Our friends at Bricks & Minifigs Newton have an awesome offer: Every Calmer Con attendee will get a coupon for one free minifig from their minifig maker and one free tub of bulk bricks! Join us at Calmer Con on Saturday, then stop by Bricks & Minifigs to customize your own minifig.
September 10, 2026 at 10:35 PM
Our friends at Bricks & Minifigs Newton have an awesome offer: Every Calmer Con attendee will get a coupon for one free minifig from their minifig maker and one free tub of bulk bricks! Join us at Calmer Con on Saturday, then stop by Bricks & Minifigs to customize your own minifig.
Thanks so much to Boston.com for featuring us in Things to Do! Always nice to have some help spreading the word 🙂
Check out the story here: www.boston.com/things-to-do...
See what the buzz is about next Saturday, September 12! Free admission with registration, and all are welcome!
Check out the story here: www.boston.com/things-to-do...
See what the buzz is about next Saturday, September 12! Free admission with registration, and all are welcome!
September 4, 2026 at 6:29 PM
Thanks so much to Boston.com for featuring us in Things to Do! Always nice to have some help spreading the word 🙂
Check out the story here: www.boston.com/things-to-do...
See what the buzz is about next Saturday, September 12! Free admission with registration, and all are welcome!
Check out the story here: www.boston.com/things-to-do...
See what the buzz is about next Saturday, September 12! Free admission with registration, and all are welcome!
We're excited to welcome Damian Alexander @damianimated.bsky.social to Calmer Con's Artist Alley!
Damian is the author of OTHER BOYS, ABSOLUTELY EVERYTHING, and HAND-ME-DOWN, a graphic memoir about the love we pass down across generations.
Meet Damian and other artists on Saturday, Sept 12th!
Damian is the author of OTHER BOYS, ABSOLUTELY EVERYTHING, and HAND-ME-DOWN, a graphic memoir about the love we pass down across generations.
Meet Damian and other artists on Saturday, Sept 12th!
September 3, 2026 at 7:19 PM
We're excited to welcome Damian Alexander @damianimated.bsky.social to Calmer Con's Artist Alley!
Damian is the author of OTHER BOYS, ABSOLUTELY EVERYTHING, and HAND-ME-DOWN, a graphic memoir about the love we pass down across generations.
Meet Damian and other artists on Saturday, Sept 12th!
Damian is the author of OTHER BOYS, ABSOLUTELY EVERYTHING, and HAND-ME-DOWN, a graphic memoir about the love we pass down across generations.
Meet Damian and other artists on Saturday, Sept 12th!
Tonight at @brooklinebooksmith.bsky.social!
Join Brendan Mahan @adhdessentials.bsky.social in conversation with Caroline Maguire for the release of Overcoming the Wall of Awful.
For more info and to register, visit bit.ly/3RDAG6P.
Brendan and Caroline will be at Calmer Con on September 12th!
Join Brendan Mahan @adhdessentials.bsky.social in conversation with Caroline Maguire for the release of Overcoming the Wall of Awful.
For more info and to register, visit bit.ly/3RDAG6P.
Brendan and Caroline will be at Calmer Con on September 12th!
September 2, 2026 at 1:23 PM
Tonight at @brooklinebooksmith.bsky.social!
Join Brendan Mahan @adhdessentials.bsky.social in conversation with Caroline Maguire for the release of Overcoming the Wall of Awful.
For more info and to register, visit bit.ly/3RDAG6P.
Brendan and Caroline will be at Calmer Con on September 12th!
Join Brendan Mahan @adhdessentials.bsky.social in conversation with Caroline Maguire for the release of Overcoming the Wall of Awful.
For more info and to register, visit bit.ly/3RDAG6P.
Brendan and Caroline will be at Calmer Con on September 12th!
Bricks for the Blind is a non-profit organization that creates and provides text-based instructions for blind and visually impaired builders, and you can build with them at Calmer Con.
All are welcome, sighted or blind, because building is for everyone.
Sept. 12th in Weston, MA: www.calmercon.org
All are welcome, sighted or blind, because building is for everyone.
Sept. 12th in Weston, MA: www.calmercon.org
September 1, 2026 at 7:18 PM
Bricks for the Blind is a non-profit organization that creates and provides text-based instructions for blind and visually impaired builders, and you can build with them at Calmer Con.
All are welcome, sighted or blind, because building is for everyone.
Sept. 12th in Weston, MA: www.calmercon.org
All are welcome, sighted or blind, because building is for everyone.
Sept. 12th in Weston, MA: www.calmercon.org
Love a good puzzle? You'll be in good company at Calmer Con.
The puzzle walls from Co-Operatives are returning this year! If you love escape rooms—or if you've wanted to try one—you'll want to check them out.
Meet puzzle cube fans at the Cubing Meetup. Show off your skills or ask for help!
The puzzle walls from Co-Operatives are returning this year! If you love escape rooms—or if you've wanted to try one—you'll want to check them out.
Meet puzzle cube fans at the Cubing Meetup. Show off your skills or ask for help!
August 30, 2026 at 7:43 PM
Love a good puzzle? You'll be in good company at Calmer Con.
The puzzle walls from Co-Operatives are returning this year! If you love escape rooms—or if you've wanted to try one—you'll want to check them out.
Meet puzzle cube fans at the Cubing Meetup. Show off your skills or ask for help!
The puzzle walls from Co-Operatives are returning this year! If you love escape rooms—or if you've wanted to try one—you'll want to check them out.
Meet puzzle cube fans at the Cubing Meetup. Show off your skills or ask for help!
The Calmer Con schedule is now live! Here's just a few of the day's activities.
Plus comics workshops with @juddwinick.bsky.social and Ellen T. Crenshaw, miniature painting with @glacialgeek.bsky.social, and keynote from @adhdessentials.bsky.social.
Full schedule: www.calmercon.org/schedule-2026
Plus comics workshops with @juddwinick.bsky.social and Ellen T. Crenshaw, miniature painting with @glacialgeek.bsky.social, and keynote from @adhdessentials.bsky.social.
Full schedule: www.calmercon.org/schedule-2026
August 29, 2026 at 7:05 PM
The Calmer Con schedule is now live! Here's just a few of the day's activities.
Plus comics workshops with @juddwinick.bsky.social and Ellen T. Crenshaw, miniature painting with @glacialgeek.bsky.social, and keynote from @adhdessentials.bsky.social.
Full schedule: www.calmercon.org/schedule-2026
Plus comics workshops with @juddwinick.bsky.social and Ellen T. Crenshaw, miniature painting with @glacialgeek.bsky.social, and keynote from @adhdessentials.bsky.social.
Full schedule: www.calmercon.org/schedule-2026
We're excited to provide American Sign Language interpretation at Calmer Con!
Just let us know at registration: on the details page there will be a question asking if you need ASL interpretation services—be sure to check yes!
www.calmercon.org/events/calme...
Just let us know at registration: on the details page there will be a question asking if you need ASL interpretation services—be sure to check yes!
www.calmercon.org/events/calme...
August 27, 2026 at 7:21 PM
We're excited to provide American Sign Language interpretation at Calmer Con!
Just let us know at registration: on the details page there will be a question asking if you need ASL interpretation services—be sure to check yes!
www.calmercon.org/events/calme...
Just let us know at registration: on the details page there will be a question asking if you need ASL interpretation services—be sure to check yes!
www.calmercon.org/events/calme...
🌟 Announcing our full guest list! 🌟
Too many to list here, so take a look at calmercon.org/guests-2026 to learn more about the artists, vendors, entertainment, and professional resources we'll be welcoming on September 12.
PLUS: the full schedule will be posted soon, so stay tuned!
Too many to list here, so take a look at calmercon.org/guests-2026 to learn more about the artists, vendors, entertainment, and professional resources we'll be welcoming on September 12.
PLUS: the full schedule will be posted soon, so stay tuned!
August 24, 2026 at 8:48 PM
🌟 Announcing our full guest list! 🌟
Too many to list here, so take a look at calmercon.org/guests-2026 to learn more about the artists, vendors, entertainment, and professional resources we'll be welcoming on September 12.
PLUS: the full schedule will be posted soon, so stay tuned!
Too many to list here, so take a look at calmercon.org/guests-2026 to learn more about the artists, vendors, entertainment, and professional resources we'll be welcoming on September 12.
PLUS: the full schedule will be posted soon, so stay tuned!
Yasmeen Lee (www.instagram.com/yasmeenleeee) was a first-time Calmer Con volunteer last year. Here's why she's excited to come back: 🧵
July 27, 2026 at 7:36 PM
Yasmeen Lee (www.instagram.com/yasmeenleeee) was a first-time Calmer Con volunteer last year. Here's why she's excited to come back: 🧵
Calmer Con Boston is looking for volunteers to help out on September 12th. Whether you're a tabletop gamer, a cosplayer, a crafter, or an all-around helpful person, your skills can help make this the best Calmer Con yet!
Sign up at calmercon.org/volunteer if you're interested.
Sign up at calmercon.org/volunteer if you're interested.
July 20, 2026 at 7:08 PM
Calmer Con Boston is looking for volunteers to help out on September 12th. Whether you're a tabletop gamer, a cosplayer, a crafter, or an all-around helpful person, your skills can help make this the best Calmer Con yet!
Sign up at calmercon.org/volunteer if you're interested.
Sign up at calmercon.org/volunteer if you're interested.
Excited to announce that @juddwinick.bsky.social will be a special guest at Calmer Con!
Judd is the creator of the Hilo graphic novels, a series full of adventure, laughs, friends, and robots. His latest book, The Mighty, brings his signature action and humor to a new story with a new hero!
Judd is the creator of the Hilo graphic novels, a series full of adventure, laughs, friends, and robots. His latest book, The Mighty, brings his signature action and humor to a new story with a new hero!
July 10, 2026 at 7:42 PM
Excited to announce that @juddwinick.bsky.social will be a special guest at Calmer Con!
Judd is the creator of the Hilo graphic novels, a series full of adventure, laughs, friends, and robots. His latest book, The Mighty, brings his signature action and humor to a new story with a new hero!
Judd is the creator of the Hilo graphic novels, a series full of adventure, laughs, friends, and robots. His latest book, The Mighty, brings his signature action and humor to a new story with a new hero!
We're excited to welcome special guest Brendan Mahan, host of the @adhdessentials.bsky.social podcast and author of Overcoming the Wall of Awful!
He's helped numerous people with ADHD, autism, and anxiety better understand their challenges. (And he's a comic book collector, too—our kind of people!)
He's helped numerous people with ADHD, autism, and anxiety better understand their challenges. (And he's a comic book collector, too—our kind of people!)
July 7, 2026 at 8:00 PM
We're excited to welcome special guest Brendan Mahan, host of the @adhdessentials.bsky.social podcast and author of Overcoming the Wall of Awful!
He's helped numerous people with ADHD, autism, and anxiety better understand their challenges. (And he's a comic book collector, too—our kind of people!)
He's helped numerous people with ADHD, autism, and anxiety better understand their challenges. (And he's a comic book collector, too—our kind of people!)
Introducing our next special guest: Ellen T. Crenshaw!
Ellen is the cartoonist behind three Baby-Sitters Club graphic novel adaptations and the co-creator of the graphic novel Kiss Number 8 (with Colleen AF Venable).
Ellen will be drawing with us—is there a BSC character you'd love to see?
Ellen is the cartoonist behind three Baby-Sitters Club graphic novel adaptations and the co-creator of the graphic novel Kiss Number 8 (with Colleen AF Venable).
Ellen will be drawing with us—is there a BSC character you'd love to see?
June 30, 2026 at 9:17 PM
Introducing our next special guest: Ellen T. Crenshaw!
Ellen is the cartoonist behind three Baby-Sitters Club graphic novel adaptations and the co-creator of the graphic novel Kiss Number 8 (with Colleen AF Venable).
Ellen will be drawing with us—is there a BSC character you'd love to see?
Ellen is the cartoonist behind three Baby-Sitters Club graphic novel adaptations and the co-creator of the graphic novel Kiss Number 8 (with Colleen AF Venable).
Ellen will be drawing with us—is there a BSC character you'd love to see?
Phil Hall @glacialgeek.bsky.social will be BACK at Calmer Con in September!
Phil's paint-and-take station was a highlight of last year's Calmer Con, and we're thrilled to welcome him back. Stop by and paint your own miniature to take home, and meet one of the best (and nicest) painters around.
Phil's paint-and-take station was a highlight of last year's Calmer Con, and we're thrilled to welcome him back. Stop by and paint your own miniature to take home, and meet one of the best (and nicest) painters around.
June 18, 2026 at 7:55 PM
Phil Hall @glacialgeek.bsky.social will be BACK at Calmer Con in September!
Phil's paint-and-take station was a highlight of last year's Calmer Con, and we're thrilled to welcome him back. Stop by and paint your own miniature to take home, and meet one of the best (and nicest) painters around.
Phil's paint-and-take station was a highlight of last year's Calmer Con, and we're thrilled to welcome him back. Stop by and paint your own miniature to take home, and meet one of the best (and nicest) painters around.
If you missed the initial call for artists and performers, there's still time! We've made easier to apply: www.calmercon.org/apply-to-exh...
Share your comics, crafts, and creativity at Calmer Con this September!
P.S. Share this post and help us find even more amazing creators and performers!
Share your comics, crafts, and creativity at Calmer Con this September!
P.S. Share this post and help us find even more amazing creators and performers!
June 16, 2026 at 4:32 PM
If you missed the initial call for artists and performers, there's still time! We've made easier to apply: www.calmercon.org/apply-to-exh...
Share your comics, crafts, and creativity at Calmer Con this September!
P.S. Share this post and help us find even more amazing creators and performers!
Share your comics, crafts, and creativity at Calmer Con this September!
P.S. Share this post and help us find even more amazing creators and performers!
Calmer Con is looking for performers!
We're looking for all types of performances—fun or funny or exciting or cool—as long it can be performed in a sensory-adjusted setting. Comic/video game/pop culture themes are especially welcome!
Comment or email [email protected] for more info!
We're looking for all types of performances—fun or funny or exciting or cool—as long it can be performed in a sensory-adjusted setting. Comic/video game/pop culture themes are especially welcome!
Comment or email [email protected] for more info!
June 5, 2026 at 2:27 PM
Calmer Con is looking for performers!
We're looking for all types of performances—fun or funny or exciting or cool—as long it can be performed in a sensory-adjusted setting. Comic/video game/pop culture themes are especially welcome!
Comment or email [email protected] for more info!
We're looking for all types of performances—fun or funny or exciting or cool—as long it can be performed in a sensory-adjusted setting. Comic/video game/pop culture themes are especially welcome!
Comment or email [email protected] for more info!
📣 Calling all comics creators, artists, and crafters!
We've got space in the Artist Alley, and we'd love to see some new faces and new creations.
If you're interested in applying, reply here or email 📩[email protected].
🌟 If you know someone who may be a great fit, share this post!
We've got space in the Artist Alley, and we'd love to see some new faces and new creations.
If you're interested in applying, reply here or email 📩[email protected].
🌟 If you know someone who may be a great fit, share this post!
June 2, 2026 at 7:35 PM
📣 Calling all comics creators, artists, and crafters!
We've got space in the Artist Alley, and we'd love to see some new faces and new creations.
If you're interested in applying, reply here or email 📩[email protected].
🌟 If you know someone who may be a great fit, share this post!
We've got space in the Artist Alley, and we'd love to see some new faces and new creations.
If you're interested in applying, reply here or email 📩[email protected].
🌟 If you know someone who may be a great fit, share this post!
🌟 Volunteer registration is now open for Calmer Con Boston 2026! 🌟
So many different people have helped make Calmer Con an amazing experience over the years. Will you join them?
Whatever your skills and interests are, there's a volunteer spot for you on September 12.
calmercon.org/volunteer
So many different people have helped make Calmer Con an amazing experience over the years. Will you join them?
Whatever your skills and interests are, there's a volunteer spot for you on September 12.
calmercon.org/volunteer
May 28, 2026 at 7:44 PM
🌟 Volunteer registration is now open for Calmer Con Boston 2026! 🌟
So many different people have helped make Calmer Con an amazing experience over the years. Will you join them?
Whatever your skills and interests are, there's a volunteer spot for you on September 12.
calmercon.org/volunteer
So many different people have helped make Calmer Con an amazing experience over the years. Will you join them?
Whatever your skills and interests are, there's a volunteer spot for you on September 12.
calmercon.org/volunteer
What is Calmer Con?
It's a sensory-friendly convention designed for neurodivergent fans.
It's an opportunity to meet and learn from comic artists, discover new games and hobbies, and create art.
And it's a LOT of fun.
Admission is free and registration is open: www.calmercon.org/events/calme...
It's a sensory-friendly convention designed for neurodivergent fans.
It's an opportunity to meet and learn from comic artists, discover new games and hobbies, and create art.
And it's a LOT of fun.
Admission is free and registration is open: www.calmercon.org/events/calme...
May 6, 2026 at 5:34 PM
What is Calmer Con?
It's a sensory-friendly convention designed for neurodivergent fans.
It's an opportunity to meet and learn from comic artists, discover new games and hobbies, and create art.
And it's a LOT of fun.
Admission is free and registration is open: www.calmercon.org/events/calme...
It's a sensory-friendly convention designed for neurodivergent fans.
It's an opportunity to meet and learn from comic artists, discover new games and hobbies, and create art.
And it's a LOT of fun.
Admission is free and registration is open: www.calmercon.org/events/calme...
🌟 SAVE THE DATE! Calmer Con Boston is returning on September 12, 2026.
We've been busy behind the scenes, and we're excited to see you in September! Stay tuned for announcements about this year's special guests, activities, vendors, and resources.
Register here: www.calmercon.org/events/calme...
We've been busy behind the scenes, and we're excited to see you in September! Stay tuned for announcements about this year's special guests, activities, vendors, and resources.
Register here: www.calmercon.org/events/calme...
April 14, 2026 at 7:09 PM
🌟 SAVE THE DATE! Calmer Con Boston is returning on September 12, 2026.
We've been busy behind the scenes, and we're excited to see you in September! Stay tuned for announcements about this year's special guests, activities, vendors, and resources.
Register here: www.calmercon.org/events/calme...
We've been busy behind the scenes, and we're excited to see you in September! Stay tuned for announcements about this year's special guests, activities, vendors, and resources.
Register here: www.calmercon.org/events/calme...
This Tuesday at the Medford Public Library!
Elementary and middle school students can learn from author Damian Alexander @damianimated.bsky.social how to tell their own stories through comics.
Register for the workshop here: www.bostoncomicarts.org/event-detail...
Elementary and middle school students can learn from author Damian Alexander @damianimated.bsky.social how to tell their own stories through comics.
Register for the workshop here: www.bostoncomicarts.org/event-detail...
January 12, 2026 at 12:28 AM
This Tuesday at the Medford Public Library!
Elementary and middle school students can learn from author Damian Alexander @damianimated.bsky.social how to tell their own stories through comics.
Register for the workshop here: www.bostoncomicarts.org/event-detail...
Elementary and middle school students can learn from author Damian Alexander @damianimated.bsky.social how to tell their own stories through comics.
Register for the workshop here: www.bostoncomicarts.org/event-detail...
Thank you so much for the kind (and wise) words, @glacialgeek.bsky.social! Geekdom is for EVERYONE.
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The Single Best Feeling In My ENTIRE Hobby Career!
YouTube video by The Glacial Geek
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September 17, 2025 at 7:23 PM
Thank you so much for the kind (and wise) words, @glacialgeek.bsky.social! Geekdom is for EVERYONE.
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Thanks to everyone who visited Calmer Con! It was an incredible day full of energy, music, art, and new friends. We're grateful to our guests, artists, vendors, professional resources, and volunteers, and to all of you who helped spread the word.
Photos by Lauren Miller (lolamillz5 on Instagram)
Photos by Lauren Miller (lolamillz5 on Instagram)
September 13, 2025 at 11:49 PM
Thanks to everyone who visited Calmer Con! It was an incredible day full of energy, music, art, and new friends. We're grateful to our guests, artists, vendors, professional resources, and volunteers, and to all of you who helped spread the word.
Photos by Lauren Miller (lolamillz5 on Instagram)
Photos by Lauren Miller (lolamillz5 on Instagram)
Reposted by Calmer Con Boston
We are excited to be tabling at @calmercon.bsky.social tomorrow! Come say hi if you are there - we will have some goodies!
Just one more day! Calmer Con is 10 am TOMORROW, 9/6!
A sensory-friendly comics convention featuring workshops, gaming, live entertainment, and activities for all ages. And it's FREE.
Register now and we'll see you there! www.calmercon.org/events/calme...
A sensory-friendly comics convention featuring workshops, gaming, live entertainment, and activities for all ages. And it's FREE.
Register now and we'll see you there! www.calmercon.org/events/calme...
September 5, 2025 at 4:28 PM
We are excited to be tabling at @calmercon.bsky.social tomorrow! Come say hi if you are there - we will have some goodies!