special events


Please join us for special opening receptions for new exhibitions, broadside poetry readings, artists' talks, round table discussions, lectures, and professional development workshops.

Members receive a discount on all public programs. Opening receptions and open houses are free. Suggested admission to all other events: $5 members; $10 non-members.


Book Arts Lounge
The Exploding Step
Friday, March 12th , 6-9pm
March arrives like a lion as artist Laura Bellmont reveals one of the most explosive mechanisms of pop-up. She will induct loungers into the secrets of the exploding step, an excellent vehicle for illustrated artwork, text or collage with some really exciting motion. Attendees will leave with a great jumping off point for exploring more pop-up fun in the future.
$10 suggested donation/ $5 CBA members


Artist Talk: Narrative Sequences
Wednesday, March 17th , 6:30 pm
Featuring artists from the exhibtion
$10 suggested donation/ $5 CBA members


History of Art Series: Book in Time
The Future of Reading
Wednesday, March 24th , 6:30 pm
A discussion of what digital publishing can take from the traditions of print publications. With Dan Visel, The Institute for the Future of the Book
$10 suggested donation/ $5 CBA members


Annual Benefit and Auction
Save the Date!
Wednesday, April 7th , 6 to 9 pm

Opening Reception
Wednesday, April 14th , 6 to 8pm
Main Gallery: Garo Manga, 1964-1973
Featured Artist Projects:
Harvey Tulcensky: Notebook Project
2009 Artists-in-Residence Spotlight

Free to the public