Twin Cities Zinefest 2008

Zinefest 2009

Will Dinski — Mon, 09 Feb 2009 15:42:39 +0000

For all news and information for Zinefest 2009 go to our new and improved website and web address at:

Hope to see you at this year’s Twin Cities Zinefest.

Zinefest-Photos

Will Dinski — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 01:39:56 +0000

Thanks to everyone who came out and made Zinefest such a great time this year. Here’s some photos from the event and we hope to see you again at Zinefest in 2009.

Thanks to Sarah Jordet for taking these great photos.

Also, check out some more images taken by Tom Kaczynski.

Radio K

Will Dinski — Wed, 09 Jul 2008 13:04:17 +0000

Lacey Prpic Hedtke and Sarah Morean will be in the Radio K studios today, Wednesday, from 8-9am discussing DIY culture and the Twin Cities Zinefest. The DJs will spin music from bands playing at the after-fest and other zine-friendly bands. Tune in if you can!

This Weekend!

Will Dinski — Sun, 06 Jul 2008 23:46:27 +0000

Well, Zinefest is this upcoming weekend, July 12th and 13th. Be sure to stop by. We’d love to meet you.

Saturday, July 12th

11 am - 5 pm Open to the public

Sunday, July 13th

11 am - 4 pm Open to the public

ATTENDANCE IS FREE!

Directions

Zinefest is full!

Will Dinski — Fri, 20 Jun 2008 01:07:39 +0000

The Twin Cities Zinefest is officially full! We may be able to squeeze you in, but please write Sarah at zines@stevensarts.org to be placed on a waiting list.

The posters have been printed! Exhibitors can pick up posters during gallery hours at SSCA during the Zines of the Cities show which will run Thursday-Sunday 1-5 pm from June 28th-July 13th. Zines of the Cities will feature special extended gallery hours to allow the public more time to sit down with and read the featured zines like Art Police, Bump, Little Free Press, Hooray for the Devil! and Baby Split Bowling News. The gallery will also be open on July 3rd and 4th.

The posters were screen printed in Minneapolis by Synthetic Sunshine and Will Dinski. They feature an ENTIRE ZINE! An issue of Little Free Press was reformatted for use on the poster, it touts the potential for a free, moneyless society. Coincidentally, admission to Zinefest is also free.

Major Updates

Will Dinski — Sat, 31 May 2008 21:59:14 +0000

Some major changes have been made to the Saturday night after-fest party and concert. It is now a mostly top-secret event for Zinefest tablers and attendees only, as details of the after-fest party will only be announced to those present on the first day of Zinefest and not before. We’re no longer in charge of that event or its musical lineup, but we have forwarded every band’s inquiry email to the proper party planning authorities. So far, preference has been given to bands that also make zines.

The Twin Cities Zinefest is half-booked! If you haven’t registered your table yet, please do so soonish.

We will no longer hold regular bi-weekly meetings since they have been difficult to schedule. If you’d like to help by volunteering in any way, please (contact us directly) for your assignment.

The Twin Cities Zinefest has just been registered on the (Midwest Zine Collective’s website). It’s a gorgeous site with plenty of good information, so be sure to check it out. The first-ever Milwaukee Zine Fest is just one week after the Twin Cities Zinefest and it’s three days long! Stop by all the Midwest fests if you’re able.

Get Your Fliers!

Will Dinski — Sat, 26 Apr 2008 02:15:38 +0000

Wanna tell your friends about the Twin Cities Zinefest without actually saying anything at all? Then print off a sheet of fliers and pass them out to strangers and loved ones at your school, coffee shop, workplace, household, etc.

DOWNLOAD 4 X 5.5 FLIER HERE (PDF)

DOWNLOAD 8.5 X 11 FLIER HERE (PDF)

The next Zinefest meeting will be held at Steven’s Square Center for the Arts at noon on Sunday, May 4th. We will discuss the venue situation, favorite printers, the Zine & Craft Swap Meet, and Britney Spears’ extensions.

Mt. Holly, MN

Will Dinski — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 01:07:23 +0000

Tom K, Mayor Haeg and Lacey Prpic Hedtke in Mt. Holly

Here’s a picture from our visit to Mt. Holly, MN. The mayor, Mr. Mike, will be one of our guest speakers at this year’s Zinefest.

Learn more about Mt. Holly HERE.

Be a part of Zinefest …

Will Dinski — Sun, 16 Mar 2008 18:35:37 +0000

Zinefest moves on! Until May 31st, we’ll be looking for bands that are interested in playing for our Zine Celebration & Swap Meet at the Belfry on July 12th. Our first call for musicians was met with such a great response that unfortunately now we have to be picky. It’s lucky for some, though, who haven’t yet risen to the call. Your band still has the chance to rock the mismatched socks off the Twin Cities’ finest self-published authors and artists.

For consideration, please email us at zines@stevensarts.org with your band’s name and a link to a website with samples of your music. It would also be helpful to note if your band is at all connected with zines or would be interested in volunteering to help out Zinefest.

Not to mention, we’ve still got tables to fill! Reserve your space conveniently through our online application.

Our next meeting held at Stevens Square Center for the Arts will be March 30th at Noon. Everyone is welcome to attend and contribute their ideas!

Looking for Bands

Will Dinski — Tue, 04 Mar 2008 14:04:03 +0000

Zinefest 2008 is still welcoming volunteers and now we’re ready to sign up bands as well! If your band is interested in performing on Saturday, July 12th, as part of the Zinefest 2008 festivities, please email zines@stevensarts.org for more information.

Get involved in the next wave of Zinefest planning by attending our next meeting held at Steven’s Square Center for the Arts on Sunday, March 16th at noon.