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Thanks to the The ECBACC S.T.A.R.S. program, Fat Momma was able to bring her super powered message of self acceptance to the students of Pepper Middle School in Southwest Philadelphia.
Nell Wilson appeared on the Sci-Fi Channels “Who Wants to Be a Superhero?” reality series. Her character “Fat Momma” drew unprecedented attention from the media, critics and viewing audience. Nell has been traveling around the world spreading her message of self acceptance. Recent visits include: Australia, England, New York, Detroit, Atlanta, Indianapolis, and many more!
This is one of ECBACC S.T.A.R.S’ educational events that leads up to our annual convention.
The students had a super time talking with Fat Momma.
During the month of September, ECBACC supported the School District of Philadelphia’s third Annual Parent Appreciation Day. We donated our Read for Fun Workbook to parents and students who attended as door prizes.
The third annual Parent Appreciation Day encourages parents to get involved with their schools and help them overcome some of the obstacles of involvement. There were informative workshops for parents with diverse topics ranging from funding college to the cost of home repair.
(Pictured left to right) Quibilia Divine, the district’s Assistant Director for Public Engagement, and ECBACC Founder, Yumy Odom, at the Philadelphia Board of Education’s Parent Appreciation Day held at the Board of Education Building in Philadelphia.
Parent, counselor, and student enjoying ECBACC’s Read for Fun workbook.
On September 10, 2008, ECBACC caught up with Kyle Baker at Robin’s Book store in Philadelphia, PA. Baker spoke about his work and was signing his newest books, NAT TURNER, HOW TO DRAW STUPID, BABIES AND KITTENS, and SPECIAL FORCES.
Members of the ECBACC Executive Board presented Kyle Baker with his 2008 Glyph Comics Award for “Best Artist” Nat Turner: Revolution
Baker has won several Glyph Comic Awards over the past few years.
To check out all of his work go to www.kylebaker.com/
On April 19, 2008 ECBACC was on site to support the Mural Arts Program and its volunteers in the community at the kick off a new mural project at the Mantua Recreation Center in Philadelphia, PA
ECBACC passed out free comic books to all of the people who participated in this project.
The Mural Arts Program (MAP) has produced over 2,700 murals throughout Philadelphia. More murals than any other city in the world. For more information go to http://www.muralarts.org/
A good time was had by all. Both old and young pitched in to help make this mural happen.
One of the many vehicles we use to travel to events.
If you see the logo you know its about to go down!!!
The East Coast Black Age of Comics Convention (ECBACC) participated in the 10th Anniversary Gala and Celebration of the Harlem Book Fair.
The 10th Anniversary Gala and Celebration of the Harlem Book Fair began on Friday, July 18th, and concluded on Sunday, July 20th, at the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture.
ECBACC participated by selling our “Read For Fun Workbook” at the outdoor festival held on Saturday, July 19, from 11 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on West 135th Street between Lenox Avenue and Frederick Douglass Boulevard.
Both parents and children responded to our work book very well.
COMIC BOOKS: WHAT’S THE STORY WITHIN THE STORY
Coordinator: Jerry Craft, Cartoonist and creator of Mama’s boyz
Facilitators: Alex Simmons, Akinseye Brown and Maurice Waters
During the 10th Anniversary Harlem Book Fair, ECBACC also participated in a comic book workshop for kids.
Learn how to draw comics. What’s the story behind Iron Man? What’s the story behind The Hulk? Comic books and graphic novels are often the first access to reading for our youth. This workshop creates access to creative self-expression and enhances self-esteem.
While attending the tenth anniversary of the Harlem Book Fair in Harlem, NY, Stephanie Brandford, ECBACC Treasurer and Project Manager, asked a question at a panel discussion entitled, “40 YEARS OF AFRICAN AMERICAN PUBLISHING” including moderator Max Rodriguez (QBR The Black Book Review) and panelists W. Paul Coates (Black Classic Press); Kassahun Checole (Africa World Press); Cheryl Willis Hudson and Wade Hudson (Just Us Books); and Tony Rose (Amber Books).
