Zines

BPL Comic Con is back! 

Join us for an amazing lineup of speakers, with signings, artist alley, indie comics, and more! Books will be for sale from Pegasus Books. 

Full schedule and guest list coming soon!

Supported by the Friends of the Berkeley Public Library. Poster image by Eisner-winner Thien Pham!

Wheelchair accessible. Request sign language interpreter or any other access needs by calling 510-981-6195 (Library) or 510-981-6347 (City of Berkeley TDD line). Please refrain from scented products

Welcome to Berkeley's first ever library comic convention!

BPL Comic Con 2023 will take place @Central from 10:00am to 5:30pm on Saturday, October 28, 2023

A free, all-ages, one-day event focused on all things comics, art, and animation. From strips to graphic novels, fanart and cosplay, to professional creators, we've got something for every fan.

Comics, manga and anime fans - bring your friends or make new ones while reading, watching, drawing and talking about graphic novels of all genres. Every Tuesday from 4-5:30 at the Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch.

All teens are welcome and snacks will be provided.

This free program is sponsored by the Friends of the Berkeley Public Library (www.berkeleylibraryfriends.org)

Ever wondered how to get started making your own comic? Then this is the workshop for you! Longtime zine-maker/comic creator Sumiko Saulson is here to explain how to create your very own comic zine(s), from the first spark of an idea to the finished product. The workshop includes both instruction and lots of time to work on your comic zine. All supplies are provided. Attendees also get a handout to take home that will guide you (or friends!) through comic zine creation in the future.

About our guest:

Teens and adults, join us for a morning of zine-making! Zines are homemade magazines that are based on any topic you want. This workshop is for all levels, whether you are a total beginner or an experienced zine-maker looking for inspiration. All supplies included, just bring your creativity! 

During the month of July, teens and adults can pick up a free zine-making kit at any Berkeley Public Library location, while supplies last.

CANCELLED: THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED.  PLEASE CHECK OUR CALENDAR FOR OTHER EVENTS.

Welcome to the wild and wonderful world of zines! A zine (said like "zeen") is a hand-made booklet full of YOUR ideas and art. Fill it with words, pictures, poems, comics... anything at all, and share your voice with the world. At this workshop, you'll learn what a zine is, where they came from, and how to make your very own minizine (an 8-page zine made from a single sheet of paper). Come with your curiosity and curiosity, and we'll provide the rest!