Choosing the best paper for your book is an often confusing and sometimes overwhelming process that carries big impacts: cosmetic, economic, environmental, and more. Recent changes in the paper market […]
American Academy of Bookbinders course with Instructors: Don Glaister & Peter Geraty This two-week master class will concentrate on design, ingenuity, and collaboration in the planning and production of […]
Celebrate the human impulse to create and share tangible objects as Porchlight and Arion Press join forces for an evening of stories, art, music, and demos. Presenters include legendary prop […]
This event is designed to empower writers in building a meaningful online presence. This panel discussion brings together authors and experienced professionals who will delve into strategies for building a […]
Bay Area Women in Publishing and PPN will cohost a picnic in August! Come join us to meet in-person and enjoy the weather.
In partnership with Alano Club of Portland, “The Break is a monthly virtual gathering of writers and artists lead by Kaveh Akbar, celebrating amongness, collaboration, and interdisciplinary creative experimentation. Though many […]
Mariano Guadalupe Vallejo (1807–90) grew up in Spanish California, became a leading military and political figure in Mexican California, and participated in some of the founding events of U.S. California, […]
Join Claire E. Jones for a powerful workshop on marketing yourself as a creative. Learn how to monetize your passion and attract a loyal community of supporters. Explore the key concept of […]
with Kate Dole Sharing work from the archives of handstyle master Leonard "Jade" Liu, Dole will review a brief history of San Francisco's graffiti scene. Join Kate Dole for […]
The Yerba Buena Community Benefit District’s Makers Market has returned! The first Sunday of each month from June to November, Yerba Buena Gardens will feature one-of-a-kind vendors selling unique jewelry, […]
Ruth will show us one of her wonderful book designs.
The Near North Editors meet on the first Tuesday of every month (except for months with holidays around that time, in which case look out for special updates). There will […]