EMcon East Meadow Public Library Anime Fest

EMcon East Meadow Public Library Anime Fest Anime Convention EMcon is the East Meadow Public Library’s Anime festival that celebrates one of Japanese MOST popular anime and Japanese cultural activities.

Including panels and workshops that will provide great entertainment for ALL ages. We have programs like “Meet the Artists’” where patrons can meet artists that have published their very own comics and many others to network with at the Artist Alley venue. We also have martial arts. Video games, and workshops to show our patrons something new. Plus as an added bonus, Cosplay! Come as your favorite

anime/comic book character! Compete with other cosplayers to be number 1. There is just too much to discuss!! The great thing about EMcon you can meet others with the same interests. Mingle, network, and participate in our Cosplay contests. Discuss things like the best anime pop culture, the latest anime, manga, Japanese cinema, music and games as well. Every year for the past 12 years has been a great success, so we’re going to do it again!!! See what will be there this year!!!

Check out Troma Entertainment Presented Issue 1 of Designated at NYCC as a radio play! It Came From The Radio
06/16/2026

Check out Troma Entertainment Presented Issue 1 of Designated at NYCC as a radio play! It Came From The Radio

None other than Troma Entertainment Presented Issue 1 of Designated...

06/12/2026

🎭✨ What an inspiring evening at the library! On Wednesday, June 10 at 7 p.m., patrons enjoyed a special presentation with award-winning musical theatre writer and performer Sair Kaufman (they/them). Featured in The New York Times. Came From The Radio, Hosted by Mark Torres. Sair shared the motivation and creativity behind their theatrical works, including how their grandfather inspired many of their stories.

Guests also had the chance to win exciting raffle prizes, including free passes to the Long Island Trek Convention! Thank you to everyone who joined us for this memorable night of storytelling, creativity, and inspiration.

Congrats to the winners last night at It Came From The Radio. Patrons won 2 tickets to Trek Long Island Convention. (6/1...
06/11/2026

Congrats to the winners last night at It Came From The Radio. Patrons won 2 tickets to Trek Long Island Convention. (6/12-14) and A copy of a book from our special guest, Award-winning musical theatre writer and performer, Sair Kaufman. Winners at every event. Come join the fun. Next program on Wednesday, July 8 at 7 pm.

🚨 GIVEAWAY ALERT! 🚨Who wants to WIN tickets to Trek Long Island Convention happening June 12–14 ✨Join us for It Came Fro...
05/29/2026

🚨 GIVEAWAY ALERT! 🚨
Who wants to WIN tickets to Trek Long Island Convention happening June 12–14 ✨

Join us for It Came From The Radio and be part of our LIVE studio audience! Hosted by Mark Torres, with special guest, award-winning musical theatre writer and performer, Sair Kaufman. 🎭🎙️

🎟️ FREE raffle at EVERY program for your chance to win convention tickets!

📅 Wednesday, June 10
🕖 7:00 PM

Don’t miss an evening of fun, fandom, and exciting prizes! Bring your friends and celebrate all things sci-fi and pop culture with us! 🚀
RESERVE YOUR SPOT HERE: https://eastmeadow.libcal.com/event/16737663?register

Take a listen.
05/13/2026

Take a listen.

This week on It Came From The Radio, Mark along with Hassan Godwin cover the news, our EMcon wrapup, plus Jenny Feldy interviews actor Kris Fried Li…

EMCon is once again in the Long Island East Meadow Herald! Click the link below to read the article.
05/08/2026

EMCon is once again in the Long Island East Meadow Herald! Click the link below to read the article.

The East Meadow Public Library was anything but quiet over the weekend as EMCon AnimeFest turned the space into a lively celebration of anime, cosplay and pop culture, drawing families, fans and creators from across Long Island.

Support local artists and creators! 🎨📚Our EMCon guest, Carl Paolino, has launched a Kickstarter for his dream graphic no...
05/08/2026

Support local artists and creators! 🎨📚

Our EMCon guest, Carl Paolino, has launched a Kickstarter for his dream graphic novel project, Penny Poisonberry and the Gothic Kingdom! The book is already 3/4 complete with 75 full-color pages finished, and now he’s looking for a little extra support to bring it across the finish line.

Every contribution helps support the artists involved, printing, and shipping costs. If you’re a fan of young adult graphic novels, gothic fantasy, or indie creators, please check it out and help spread the word!

Share the link with friends, post it on social media, and help support independent art and storytelling. Word of mouth goes a long way!

Thank you for supporting local talent and the creative community! 🖤 LINK BELOW:
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/penny26/penny-poisonberry-and-the-gothic-kingdom-book-one/description

05/05/2026
✨👏 Honorable Mentions – EMCon 2026 👏✨Pictures by Dave's Cosplay PhotographyA big shoutout to our Honorable Mentions in t...
05/03/2026

✨👏 Honorable Mentions – EMCon 2026 👏✨
Pictures by Dave's Cosplay Photography
A big shoutout to our Honorable Mentions in the cosplay contest at EMCon 2026! Your talent, creativity, and dedication did not go unnoticed. Each of you brought something unique and exciting to the stage, making the competition even more incredible.

Thank you for sharing your passion and helping make this event so special. Keep creating, keep inspiring—we can’t wait to see you next year! 🎭💫

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1886 Front Street
East Meadow, NY
11554

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Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 1pm - 5pm

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