Bologna is home to a unique three-in-one event: the Bologna Children’s Book Fair, the world’s leading trade fair for the children’s publishing industry; BolognaBookPlus, the extension dedicated to general trade publishing; and the Bologna Licensing Trade Fair/Kids, the BCBF licensing event for subsidiary rights of brands and properties for children, teens and young adults. These three dynamic events will run concurrently, transforming Bologna into a leading global hub for exchange across publishing, multimedia, licensing, illustration, and animation. 

Whether you're an experienced printer or just curious about the world of letterpress, this is a great opportunity to connect with Tacoma’s vibrant print community. Visit Write253, meet local printers, and participate in a myriad of hands-on book arts activities. A highlight of the weekend is steamroller printing, where local artists carve 2 x 3-foot sheets of linoleum and print on giant paper.

*Saturday Only: Letterpress Swap Meet* Bring your extra tools, type, presses, cuts, or equipment to swap, sell, or trade with fellow printmakers and enthusiasts.

Commiserate and collaborate with real human artists doing real design and illustration.

The Illustration Conference brings the illustration and graphic arts communities together for four full days of impact, insight, information and inspiration. ICON is a nonprofit organization run by a board of volunteer illustrators, art directors and educators. It is produced "of, by and for" the community in service to the greater creative industry. Get tickets here.

Wendy Q. *highly* recommends getting yourself to Tajimi! This workshop offers ceramic enthusiasts a rare opportunity to immerse themselves in the heart of Tajimi—the undiscovered ceramic capital of Japan. Learn under the guidance of internationally renowned ceramic artist Shingo Takeuchi and explore the region’s rich ceramic heritage alongside a knowledgeable interpreter guide. You will gain exclusive access to ceramic knowledge and culture, visit a bespoke clay processor, and experience a tea ceremony in the Satoyama (mountain village). Connect craft, nature, and mindfulness at this retreat.

The Henry Art Tour will view over 20 of Henry’s most colorful outdoor and indoor murals through some of Seattle’s most iconic neighborhoods. Visit two kid-friendly brew pubs to get a drink, eat a snack, and get up-close to the murals. Along the way, there’s a stop at Henry’s gallery on the waterfront where you can purchase original art and souvenirs. The tour bus is air-conditioned, equipped with a great sound system, and is wheelchair-accessible for up to two riders.

Retrace Bruce Lee's footsteps through the Chinatown-International District; his old stomping ground. Learn how he became a part of the local community by hearing neighborhood history and walking through his first practice space, his first martial arts studio, and his local hangouts. Get an insider’s look into the local organizations in the neighborhood connected to Bruce with guest speakers and demonstrations. The tour includes guided access to the Bruce Lee exhibit, a meal of Bruce Lee's favorite dishes at a neighborhood restaurant, and entry into all galleries at Wing Luke Museum for the day.

MoPOP’s Massive: The Power of Pop Culture explores the impact of pop culture on our daily lives. A catalyst for change — yet ever-changing — pop culture shapes the way we see our world on a global level. This exhibition looks at how shared enthusiasm can forge new communities, inviting audiences to reflect on their own roles as creators and consumers of modern pop culture.