Community Classes are on pause for the winter to keep safe from COVID 19.
Please check back in the Spring/Summer for possible outdoor activities.
Community Classes are on pause for the winter to keep safe from COVID 19.
Please check back in the Spring/Summer for possible outdoor activities.
Community Classes are on pause for the winter to keep safe from COVID 19.
Please check back in the Spring/Summer for possible outdoor activities.
Community Classes
May 14, 2:30-4:00 pm
Buffalo Street Books
Dewitt Mall, Ithaca, NY
No registration required
Discover the world of zines in this hands-on workshop for teens. We’ll discuss the fascinating history of zines, learn a few simple book structures, and make your own with collage and art materials provided.
May 14, 6:30-8:00 pm
The Downstairs
121 W State St, Ithaca, NY
No registration required
Discover the world of zines in this hands-on workshop for adults. We’ll discuss the fascinating history of zines, learn a few simple book structures, and make your own with collage and art materials provided.
What's a Zine?
A zine is is a small-circulation self-published work with original or appropriated texts and images. Zines can be made by one person or a collective group, and can be made as a single copy or multiple copies.
Events
May 1, 2022
Buffalo Street Books
Dewitt Mall Ithaca, NY
On Sunday May 1, 2022 Buffalo Street Books will hold a Book and Zine Fair to celebrate freedom of expression and publishing outside the mainstream. Independent publishers, zine-makers, bookbinders, and anyone involved with literary arts are welcome to register for a table to show and sell your wares. All ages and experiences are welcome.
The fair will be open to the public from 11am-5pm on May 1st at 215 N Cayuga St, Ithaca, NY.
Interested in apply for a vendor table? Please fill out this form by April 17th and we’ll send a response by April 22. There is no fee to apply or table!
This event is part of The Downstairs Zine Fest, a month-long celebration of zines. The Downstairs will host a kick-off party in the evening of May 1st, after the BSB Fair— all participants are welcome to attend. Consider submitting a zine or two as well! bit.ly/TheDownstairsZineFest-Register
Interested in learning bookbinding, letterpress, printing, screen printing or papermaking? Reach out to Laura to discuss possibilities for individual and small group classes.
