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Get ready to celebrate creativity and self-expression on July 1st with International Zine Month! This month-long celebration began in 2009 as a way to promote zines, which are self-published magazines or booklets that often contain personal artwork, writing, and unique perspectives. Zines have been around since the 1930s and have been used as a tool for marginalized communities to share their voices and stories. It's a great time to support independent artists and creators by checking out local zine fairs or making your own zine. Let's spread some love for this DIY art form!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1930s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Birth of Zines</div><div class='timeline-text'>Starting as fanzines in the science fiction community, zines are born - small, self-published magazines or booklets that promote self-expression.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1970s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Zines in Punk Culture</div><div class='timeline-text'>Zines become pivotal in punk culture, providing a platform for sharing ideas, artwork, and music among underground communities.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1990s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Riot Grrrl Zines</div><div class='timeline-text'>Zines play a crucial role in the Riot Grrrl feminist movement, focusing on personal experiences and political issues.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1996</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Zine Fair</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first Zine Fair takes place in Toronto, Canada, becoming an annual gathering for zine creators and enthusiasts.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2009</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>International Zine Month</div><div class='timeline-text'>International Zine Month is established to celebrate and promote zines, further encouraging self-expression through this DIY art form.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create your own zine</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Use this month as an opportunity to create and self-publish your own zine. Let your creativity flow and share your unique perspective with the world.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Support local zine creators</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Visit your local zine fair or independent bookstore and support local zine creators by purchasing their work. Not only will you be supporting small businesses, but you'll also discover new and diverse voices in the zine community.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a zine swap</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather some friends who are interested in zines and organize a zine swap. This is a great way to share and exchange zines, as well as connect with other zine enthusiasts.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Join a zine-making workshop</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Many art centers and community organizations offer zine-making workshops during International Zine Month. Take advantage of these opportunities to learn new techniques and meet fellow zinesters.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Start a zine club</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather a group of friends who are passionate about zines and start a zine club. Meet regularly to discuss and share your favorite zines, as well as collaborate on creating new ones together.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It celebrates self-expression</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>International Zine Month is all about celebrating the power of self-publishing and DIY culture. Zines allow people to express themselves and their ideas freely, without any restrictions or gatekeepers. It's a chance to share stories, thoughts, and creativity with the world in a unique and personal way.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Zines connect communities</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Zines have a long history of bringing together like-minded people from different backgrounds. They can be found at zine fairs, online forums, and even in libraries. International Zine Month is a great opportunity to discover new voices and connect with others who share similar interests through the power of zines.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It supports independent creators</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>By participating in International Zine Month, we are supporting independent artists and creators who put time, effort, and passion into making each zine. Zines rely on word of mouth and community support to grow, so by purchasing or trading zines, we are directly contributing to the livelihood of these creators.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>A Zine Cost Just 35 Cents in the 1930s</h3><p class='facts-content'>When zines began to circulate in the 1930s, they cost mere 35 cents. Today, the price of a zine can range anywhere from a few dollars to upwards of $20, depending on the complexity and quality of the work.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Zines Fostered the Start of Modern Fandom</h3><p class='facts-content'>Zines were used to build distribution networks among fans of various pop culture entities in the mid-20th century. This laid the groundwork for modern fandom culture and conventions.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Zines Allowed Marginalized Voices to Be Heard</h3><p class='facts-content'>Zines played a vital role in elevating marginalized voices, including those of women, LGBTQ+ individuals, and people of color. These groups often found it hard to find representation in mainstream media.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The Zine Scene Exploded with the Advent of Photocopiers</h3><p class='facts-content'>The advent of photocopying in the 1960s led to an explosion of zine creation, as it allowed for faster and cheaper production of these booklets.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Zines Can Be Found in Libraries</h3><p class='facts-content'>Housed alongside books, magazines, and newspapers in libraries around the world, unique zine collections celebrate personal narratives and historically underrepresented voices.</p></div></div>
International Zine Month is celebrated on July 1 every year. In 2024, International Zine Month will occur on a Monday.
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