4 Hands Brewing Co. Celebrates Free Comic Book Day May 7

ST. LOUIS, MO / April 26, 2022 – In celebration of Free Comic Book Day and as an homage to the superheroes in our community, 4 Hands Brewery has created a new comic-themed label for their popular State Wide hazy pale ale. A percentage of sales will be donated to the St. Louis Public Library on behalf of this project. Expect to see the limited edition can launching Saturday, May 7 for Free Comic Book Day.

“We’re so excited to partner with 4 Hands on this year’s State Wide fundraising effort,” says Martin Casas, owner of Apotheosis Comics & Lounge. “Raising money for library systems in the state helps true heroes in our community – librarians who provide a vital role of giving families access to education and a world beyond their imagination. As comic book shops, we’re in the same business.” 

“Martin approached us with this idea of creating a label to highlight the fun we could have in bringing one of our can’s art to life thru an inspired label,” said Kevin Lemp, CEO of 4 Hands Brewing Co. “We reached out to Jason Spencer with Killer Napkins to take our State Wide art label and use his creativity to create a story on our can. We cannot wait to share what he created with the community!”

Free Comic Book Day (FCBD) has been a tradition in the comic book community for the last 20 years. Each year, hundreds of customers show up to shops and are offered a selection of free comics as a way to bring in new customers young and old. “It’s fitting we are helping raise money for libraries in our state because like FCBD, libraries are often the first place readers discover comics,” said Casas. “Since the pandemic started in 2020, this will be the first year we’ve been able to hold a proper FCBD so this partnership is a great way to bring in a new element and introduce customers to comics.” 

The limited edition can will be available at 4  Hands Brewing Co., local retailers and at Apotheosis Comics & Lounge located at 3206 S. Grand Blvd. and 3359 S. Jefferson Ave. For more information, visit www.apotheosiscomicsstl.com

4 Hands Brewing Co. is located at 1220 S. 8th Street in the heart of downtown St. Louis. 4 Hands provides the craft beer enthusiast a handcrafted portfolio inspired by the American craft movement as well as traditional Belgian and French style Farmhouse ales. The use of wine and spirit barrels containing an array of fruit, herbs and spices in conjunction with wild yeast strains enhances the flavors to produce a one-of-a-kind beer. Visit the tasting room, take a tour, and enjoy creative pub fare seven days a week. For more information about the brewery visit www.4handsbrewery.com.  

Free Comic Book Day 2016

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Only a few more days until Free Comic Book Day is here! I hope you have taken a few moments to plan out your day much like we have. We have our map of our route all planned out and we know exactly what comics we’re going to try to get this coming Saturday, May 7th.

IMG_3614If you have never participated in a Free Comic Book Day event I highly recommend checking it  out with your kids. There is nothing cooler than getting some free comics. This year all of the major and minor publishers have a great list of comics for your choosing. Check out FreeComicBookDay.com for a complete list of available comics along with a handy map that shows you all participating locations.

Read what I wrote last year about the event!

St. Louis area stores participating in FCBD

The Fantasy Shop – all locations

Comic Book Relief – St. Charles

Slackers – pretty much all locations

Newcastle Comics & Games – McKelvey Rd, in Maryland Heights

V Stock – Mid Rivers

The Wizard’s Wagon – Delmar

To find a comic book shop in your area click here!

Free Comic Book Day 2015

Free Comic Book Day is an event my family participates in every year. For the last few years we have made an attempt to hit as many local comic shops as possible to pick up freebies. Of course we also like to make some purchases at each store as well since most offer great deals during the FCBD event. Such as The Fantasy Shop in St. Charles. They usually have a huge back issue sale. So not only can you pick up the free comics, you can also pick up a ton of back issues to keep your kids reading for days.

Last year we did not take Alex with us since he was still so little, but this year we plan on getting him out there to see the world of comics, costumes, games, and more! These are my favorite pictures from 2012, 2013, and 2014 Free Comic Book Day!

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Free Comic Book Day (FCBD) is the first Saturday in May and what happens is many comic shops around the country (and the world) offer free comic books. This is a great event that 1) get’s kids into comic books, and 2) more importantly, get’s kids reading. Now this event is all about the kids, there are over 50 comics that will be offered up for free. These include titles like Pokemon, Spongebob, The Simpsons, and my personal favorite Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Adults are not left out either. There will be some more mature comics offered as well. Click here for the full list.

St. Louis area stores participating in FCBD

The Fantasy Shop – all locations

Comic Book Relief – St. Charles

Slackers – pretty much all locations

Newcastle Comics & Games – McKelvey Rd, in Maryland Heights

V Stock – Mid Rivers

The Wizard’s Wagon – Delmar

To find a comic book shop in your area click here!