Welcome to Romance-Con
Posted on October 29, 2024
by Allison F
Are you attending Romance-Con on Saturday, November 2? Here’s what you need to know!
WELCOME TO ROMANCE-CON
Whether this is your first time visiting Main Library or you are a frequent guest, this blog will help you find your way through our celebration of Romance books!
PARKING
Main Library has free, attached parking and nearby overflow parking will also be available for a cost.
SCHEDULE AND VENDORS
Romance-Con begins at 10 a.m. on (Sa) Nov. 2. Take in the full experience throughout the day with:
- Nearly two dozen workshops, panels, and activities.
- A special exhibit featuring items from the Library’s archives on love and heartbreak.
- On-site refreshments from PM Frosted Fantasies and Wandering Bean.
- Limited-edition Romance-Con gear from Jupmode.
- Discounts and other specialties from our downtown and uptown neighbors.
- Meet, mingle, and purchase your next favorite read during the author fair.
FEATURED AUTHOR TALK DETAILS
If you are a featured author talk ticket holder, don’t forget:
- All featured author talk check-ins will take place in the McMaster Center lobby.
- Bring your ticket confirmation email and your ID or Toledo Library card to the check-in table.
- If you do not have a confirmation email, please bring the six-character REF number.
- You will receive a wristband for each featured author talk you registered for.
- Early check-in is highly encouraged to avoid long lines.
- Seats for all those who have not checked in will be released five minutes before the start of the talk.
- All featured author talks will take place in the McMaster Center.
- The McMaster Center and lobby are located on the second floor of Main Library.
FEATURED AUTHOR SIGNING AND PHOTO DETAILS
There will be an opportunity separate from the author talks to take photos, but books, and get them signed by our featured authors.
Signing and photo schedule:
Abby Jimenez 12:45-2:45 p.m. | photos only
- The receiving line will form at 12:30 p.m.
- All author talk attendees will have an opportunity to take a photo with Abby in addition to a limited number of Romance-Con attendees.
- Photos are available on a first come, first served basis.
- Pre-signed copies of all of Abby Jimenez’s titles will be available for purchase.
Julie Soto 12:45-2:45 p.m. | signing and photos
- The receiving line will form at 12:30 p.m.
- Signings and photos are available on a first come, first served basis.
- Copies of Julie Soto’s books will be available for purchase.
Jo Segura 12:45-2:45 p.m. | signing and photos
- The receiving line will form at 12:30 p.m.
- Signings and photos are available on a first come, first served basis.
- Copies of Raiders of the Lost Heart will be available for purchase.
Kimberly Lemming 10 a.m.-12:45 p.m. and 3:15-4:30 p.m. | signing and photos
- Signings and photos are available on a first come, first served basis.
- Copies of Kimberly Lemming’s books will be available for purchase.
C.M. Nascosta 10 a.m.-12:45 p.m. and 3:15-4:30 p.m. | signing and photos
- Signings and photos are available on a first come, first served basis.
- Copies of C.M. Nascosta’s books will be available for purchase.
Kathryn Moon 10 a.m.-12:45 p.m. and 3:15-4:30 p.m. | signing and photos
- Signings and photos are available on a first come, first served basis.
- Copies of Kathyrn Moon’s books will be available for purchase.
VISIT OUR DOWNTOWN NEIGHBORS
While visiting Main Library for Romance-Con, stop by our neighbors for romance-themed discounts, specialties, and more! Just show proof of your Romance-Con attendance (map, vendor pass, etc.) to claim your discount.
Brew House Downtown 114 N. Summit St. brewhousedowntown.square.site
- The Forbidden Fruit is a specialty cocktail featuring Toledo Spirit’s East Side Gin, Harlequin, lemon juice, simple syrup, and pomegranate juice.
Culture Clash 912 Monroe St. cultureclashrecords.com
- Free admission to Save the Clash: The Event from 11 a.m.-8 p.m on (Sa) Nov. 2.
- An entry for a chance to win one of two sets of The Lillys book series signed by author Xio Axelrod: The Girl with Stars in Her Eyes and Girls With Rad Reputations, which features a scene set at Culture Clash.
- Receive a free Culture Clash sticker with a purchase.
Handmade Toledo 1717 Adams St. shophandmadetoledo.com
- 15% discount off your total purchase.
House of Dow 1501 Adams St. houseofdow.com
- 25% discount off any purchase.
Ink and Iron Tattoo Parlour 1505 Adams St. inkandirontattoo.com
- Romance-themed flash tattoos for $80 or $100 for full color.
- Meet the editor of Swell Magazine and learn about the publication’s latest call for artists.
Just Toledo 909 Jefferson Ave. justtoledo.net
- A free “Love” essential oil roller with any $50 in-store purchase.
Lowrider Cafe 316 N. Michigan St. Facebook
- 15% off any special plate.
Poco Loco 1809 Adams St. pocolocotoledo.com
- 15% off your total food purchase or a free dip appetizer.
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