Ahoy, Santa!

View photos at this link. Check out a video clip HERE.
Saturday, November 28, 2009: Jay Piscopo and the Capt'n Eli crew took to the high seas to welcome Santa to Portland, Maine.

On this blustery Saturday, kids of all ages boarded a Casco Bay Lines ferry for a scenic tour of Portland harbor while reading The Undersea Adventures of Capt'n Eli comic books and enjoying refreshing Maine-made Capt'n Eli's Soda and snacks from The Inn on Peaks Island.

Capt'n Eli author/illustrator Jay Piscopo led the kids in welcoming Santa aboard the ferry and kicking of the start of a peaceful holiday season.

All Aboard with Jay Piscopo and the Capt'n Eli Crew

View photos from last year's cruise at this link.















All aboard for Santa's arrival in Portland, Maine!
Saturday, November 28
11:00am - 12:30pm

Join Jay Piscopo and the Capt'n Eli crew aboard a Casco Bay Lines ferry for a magical cruise of Portland Harbor with Santa and his elves.

Share a ride with Santa as we make merry with special musical performances, a reading by Portland, Maine graphic novel author Jay Piscopo of 'Twas the Night Before Christmas, and complimentary refreshments from Capt’n Eli’s Soda and The Inn on Peaks Island. There will also be free Capt'n Eli Collectible Card Games for all the kids!

$8 Adults
$4 Children
Tickets include refreshments.

Tickets sold in advance at:
Casco Bay Lines
56 Commercial St.
Portland, Maine
FMI: 207-774-7871

Today: Maine Comics Arts Festival in Portland

Jay Piscopo and the Capt'n Eli crew look forward to seeing everyone today at the Maine Comics Arts Festival. Stop by Ocean Gateway Terminal in Portland, Maine today between 10:00 and 5:00. Jay will be doing free convention sketches and the Capt'n Eli's Soda crew will be there handing out free soda samples for attendees. For directions and more about the festival click HERE. Stand by for adventure!

Last night, The Inn on Peaks Island hosted a fantastic VIP reception for comics creators attending the festival. A great time was had by all! The Inn is hosting many creators, educators, and comics reviewers as guests this weekend as part of its support for the festival.