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Don't miss the Rochester, NH  Free Comic Book Day Festival Saturday, May 7th

 
 
 

FCBD - Participating Businesses


The Rochester Free Comic Book Day Festival - news, info, directions, etc
Special Guests - Who's headlining the event?
Small Press Creators - Meet local creators & media groups.
Vendors - Who's selling cool stuff for you to purchase
Participating Rochester Businesses - Where to get FREE comics!
PRESS / PRESS / PRESS - banner art and more!

THE ROCHESTER FREE COMIC BOOK DAY FESTIVAL - takes place all over Rochester,  Not only will there be several venues featuring comic book creators, vendors and more but a variety of businesses throughout town will all have Free Comic Books as well.  Be sure to pick up your map on Free Comic Book Day.  It will help guide you to all the local businesses and Free Comic Book Day Locations!

Participating Businesses
 - all the places to get Free Comics and more!

There's a couple off the beaten path! They're a part of Free Comic Book Day so check em out!

GOODFELLAS BRICK OVEN PIZZA - On your way out of town be sure to stop by Goodfellas and pick up one more Free Comic Book Day comic. You'll get one that is only available at Goodfellas.  No one else will have their comic that day!  Only the strong will make the walk during the day.  Feel free to stop by as you drive by on Free Comic Book Day. 66 Washington Street, (603) 332-9842

Just Added
THE NEW 103 Restaurant
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at 103 North Main Street, just before the Jenny Wren Gallery.  Stop in for your free comic and to see what the New 103 has to offer.  603-332-7790. 
Just Added

Happy Pappy's Country Store - Located just off the map (literally but it's not too far) Happy Pappy's is an eclectic mix of fun, food and more fun.  Visit their website and find out about all the things they offer.  Rental space for crafters is reasonably priced with a 1 month free special.  363 Portland Street in Rochester NH Phone 603-343-7644

DOS AMIGOS BURRITOS - Where do Rich and Ralph eat EVERY Wednesday?  You guessed! It's the DOS! A welcome addition to downtown Rochester, Dos Amigos features spectacular inexpensive Mexican cuisine.  Get your daily DOS!  15 Wakefield Street, Rochester, NH Phone: 603-948-1052 email: info@dosamigosburritos.com

Bella Fresca - "Fresh and Nice" Serving Lunch and Dinner daily Bella Fresca prides themselves on serving the finest pizza, subs and more.  Only the finest and freshest ingredients go into anything Bella Fresca serves.  Across from Jetpack Comics at 44 North Main Street.  603-948-1020.

Sweet Kuppin' Cakes - Sweet Kuppin’ Cakes is a branded specialty bake shop specializing in creative gourmet cupcakes and cupcake inspired baked goods. We use only the finest and freshest ingredients to deliver the best product to our guests. Each cupcake is made from scratch each morning from the freshest local ingredients. Each cupcake is frosted by hand thus each and every cupcake is a work of art to appreciate and delicious to eat. 16 North Main Street Ph: (603) 332-0270 
Fax: (603) 332-0278 Email: info@SweetKuppinCakes.com

Golter Graphix (scavenger card stamp only) - If you need help with organizing, designing and creating an effective marketing piece, we offer a polished service for your business needs. Feel free to Contact us or email us with your ideas and we will return an answer efficiently in order to start your project as soon as you are ready. 
We can’t wait to show you what we have to offer and look forward to hearing from you. 59 Hanson Street 603.332.9382

Joanie B's Cafe - Breakfast served all day, most come with your coffee, great kids menu from eggs Benny, to strawberry whipped cream pancakes to deep fried peanut butter and jelly sandwiches, every kids meal is just $1.99 for breakfast or lunch. Great family atmosphere, or sit at the breakfast bar and watch the news.  19 HANSON ST Phone 1-603-948-1151 cookj6910@yahoo.com 

artstream sudio gallery media design art academy - (scavenger card stamp only) - Our mission is to promote the visual arts in downtown Rochester and on the web through exhibition of emerging and established artists, arts education, media and graphic design, and community partnerships.
We embrace the downtown revitalization movement in Rochester and will continue to support its growth. 56 North Main, Rochester, NH 03867
phone 603.330.0333 fax 603.330.3444 info@artstreamstudios.com

Distinctive Forest Creations - Our Specialty is REAL WOOD FURNITURE. We offer heirloom quality furniture, gifts and home decor from both local craftsmen and national manufacturers that will fit any budget.  Our furniture is handcrafted using dove-tailed construction and the highest grade of materials. Discover the Possibilities that Distinctive Forest Creations can bring to your home! Ph/fax# 603-332-WOOD (9663), 22 North Main St. Rochester, NH 03867 email: dfc1@metrocast.net

JD's Sweets and Treats - Rochester's premiere, privately owned bakery. Because we both like to bake and make candies we thought it would be an ideal business to open in Rochester. With many bakeries already closed or closing we know we have to have items that will keep our customers returning.  33 North Main Street,  sweetsntreats@metrocast.net Phone (603) 948-1024

Three Dogs Restaurant & Pub - Located right next door to Jetpack Comics, Three Dogs has recently completed a renovation, increasing their dining capacity. With a focus on a fun, family friendly atmosphere Three Dogs is the place to go, to hang out with your friends! 43 N Main St Rochester, NH 03867. (603) 332-2364

Project Pride The objective of the Project PRIDE program is to provide student-centered, individual, and competency-based instruction to out-of-school youth between the ages of 16 and 21,  33 Hanson St  Rochester, NH 03867  (603) 335-1177
Project Pride IS SPONSORED BY Simply Green Biofuels

Simply Green Biofuels is a proud sponsor of the Rochester, NH Free Comic Book Day Festival

Simply Green Biofuels
909 Islington St.
Suite 15
Portsmouth NH 03801
www.simplygreenbiofuels.com
603 430 9919
Twitter: @simply_green
Facebook: SimplyGreenBiofuels

Union Street Antiques - Union Street Antiques & Collectibles is a new, 8,000 square foot group shop located in the heart of Downtown Rochester, NH.  With air conditioning and plenty of parking, it’s the perfect place to pick up that next great find!  As a group shop, Union Street Antiques & Collectibles offers items from a number of different vendors and dealers, with items as varied as they are.  Whether you’re looking for antique furniture, fine china, 1950s decor, or sports paraphernalia, you can find it here.  19 Union St Rochester, NH 03867 - (603) 332-0202

Fat Tony's Italian Grill - Rochester's PREMIERE authentic Italian Restaurant - 61 N Main St Rochester, NH 03867 - (603) 335-7020

The Cafe At the Governor's Inn - Lunch Hours: Mon - Fri. 11am-2pm, year-round.
(Plus expanded weekend hours May - Columbus Day Weekend)

  • Sandwiches: Stacked, Wrapped, & Pressed
  • Soups & Chowder
  • Assorted Salads & Quiche
  • Baked Goods & Ice Cream
  • Espresso Drinks
  • Smoothies, Milkshakes, & Frappes

78 Wakefield Street Rochester, NH 03867
603.332.0107 fax:603.335.1984
info@governorsinn.com

THE POSTAL CENTER USA - Postal Center USA stores are Authorized Shipping Outlets that offer complete packing and business services in convenient locations throughout New England and beyond. Our staff is professionally trained experienced in shipping services. The shipping industry continues to change each year, and you can count on Postal Center USA to stay up-to-date with the most current services to offer.  79 South Main Street  Rochester, NH 03867-2707  (603) 332-9530

The Portable Pantry - Cafe, Bakery, Catering & More.  Breakfast starts at 7:30 and we are open until 2:30 from Monday thru Friday, and til 4 on Saturday. And there's free Wi-FI to keep you connected- 12 Hanson St.   Rochester, NH.  (603) 948-2035

CARNEY MEDICAL SUPPLY -  32 North Main Street  Rochester, NH 03867-1905  (603) 332-5638

The Rochester Public Library - How could our beautiful library not be giving away Free Reading Material for the Day!  Be sure to sign up for your library card and visit the Children's Room with the family.  65 S Main St  Rochester, NH 03867  (603) 332-1428
ROCHESTER LIBRARY IS SPONSORED BY Norm Vetter of Vetter Foundations

Jenny Wren Gallery - The first to sign up for the Free Comic Book Day event, this shop is filled with crafts and art from local creators. Located at 107 North Main street, don't miss Jenny on your free comic book walk.  Just around the bend from the Governor's Inn or straight through town to the bridge!  107 N Main St Rochester, NH 03867 - (603) 335-3577

Tri City Bicycle - Rochester's only source for brand name top quality bikes and repairs!  Visit Mark at TCB and tell him you want a yogurt!  At 48 South Main Street Tri City Bicycle is the ONLY place for Bikes, Skateboards and more.  We';re sure Mark will have some surprise in store for everyone on Free Comic Book Day.  Around the corner from Jetpack Comics.  48 S Main St Rochester, NH 03867  (603) 335-6440

Cocheco Equipment - Rochester's small equipment sales and service business.  At 17 Signal Street in Rochester, they can service the equipment you have or get you started with something new!  Only an equipment store would be worthy of this years Transformer comic book!  A short walk from the Knights of Columbus hall. 17 Signal Street (603) 335-1597

Jetpack Comics - Located at 37 North Main Str in Rochester, this is place to get your Free Comic Book Day map and all kinds of goodies!  Wear your Jetpack Comics T-hHirt, buttons and be eligible for even more savings and free stuff. Visit www.jetpackcomics.com

The Roberge Center - Located directly behind the artstream studio (across the street from Jetpack Comics), the Roberge Center will be the location for the Magic The Gathering Prerelease! For more information on this event please check out the Jetpack Comics Gaming page!

The Knights of Columbus Hall - The location for the comic creators and vendors, this HUGE hall will have dozens of tables of comic book fun.  Meet local creators here as well as the big guns!  Just down the street from Jetpack Comics, on the corner of Route 125 and Portland Street.  40 Columbus Ave, Rochester - (603) 335-6636

The Vendor / Creator Hall is sponsored by ...

Simply Green Biofuels is a proud sponsor of the Rochester, NH Free Comic Book Day Festival

Simply Green Biofuels
909 Islington St.
Suite 15
Portsmouth NH 03801
www.simplygreenbiofuels.com
603 430 9919
Twitter: @simply_green
Facebook: SimplyGreenBiofuels

 

 

FREE COMIC BOOK DAY TAKES PLACE ALL OVER ROCHESTER ON SATURDAY MAY 2nd

ROCHESTER MAIN STREET ASSOCIATION and JETPACK COMICS llc present

the Rochester
FREE COMIC BOOK DAY
FESTIVAL

Saturday MAY 7th
all over Rochester!

FCBD DAY NEWS

Download this mask, cut it out and wear it on Free Comic Book Day

Who doesn't want to be Ralph? What can you do with a Ralph mask for Free Comic Book Day?  Download your Ralph Mask by clicking on the image above.  If that doesn't work right click on the image and select "Save As".  We'll be happy to email it to you ifyou can't make it work.

Where to Park - Rochester has a number of municipal parking lots around town.  Any of them will give you easy access to the city, for the day.

How do you get to the event?  The Rochester Free Comic Book Day Festival takes place all over Rochester.  You'll want to stop by Jetpack Comics, The Knight of Columbus Hall, The Cafe at the Governor's Inn as well as dozens of downtown businesses.  Each venue will guests and characters while each business will have free comics.  Routes 95, 16, 4, 125, 108 & the Spaulding Turnpike all lead to ROCHESTER, NH (in one way or antoher).   It couldn't be easier.  If you're still feeling uneasy the actual address of Jetpack Comics is
Jetpack Comics LLC
37 North Main Str
Rochester, NH  03867
603.330.9639  email

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Librarians / Educators / School, Social, Community Groups / Industry Professionals  Ralph DiBernardo for any additional information you may need about Free Comic Book Day. 

All guests are subject to professional commitments and are subject to change at any time. No refunds will be given for guest cancellations or changes.