This was written by TZL volunteers Rotem and Brandon for the Toronto Zine Library’s Zine-O-File produced by the TZL Collective, but due to life we weren’t able to publish the winter 2019 issue, so we are sharing this here! First, for those who are unfamiliar, zines are self-published booklets that can be about anything-from garlic… Continue reading A post about the Toronto Zine Library OPAC and DIY library software
Zines in unconventional/unique format
Hi zinesters! I can’t believe it’s winter already, time passes so weirdly during the pandemic. In this new blog post, we are featuring zines in unconventional or unique format. Some time ago, I discovered there’s a mystery snack vending machine in Akihabara, Tokyo. The snacks are concealed with paper, the potential customer can read stories… Continue reading Zines in unconventional/unique format
Throwback post to Maker Fest summer 2018
Hey zinesters! We hope you enjoyed Rotem’s previous blog post for the free zine tutorials. During the closure, we have been discussing through online meeting about hosting virtual events and collaborative zine making. Due to the pause of in-person events and festivals, I decided to share a throwback post about our experience at the Maker… Continue reading Throwback post to Maker Fest summer 2018
Free online zines about making zines and webcomics!
Hello out there, As you can imagine, things have slowed down at the TZL since we’ve been closed due to the pandemic and are adjusting to our lives now. We’re still catching up on zine library planning and emails, and in the meantime, we are hoping to post a bit more on here. In this… Continue reading Free online zines about making zines and webcomics!
Online Catalogue Under Maintenance
We are currently updating our Integrated Library System with a few improvements and it is temporarily unavailable. Please check back soon, and apologies for any inconvenience.Stay safe and take care,-The TZL
Fun(d)-Raiser
Hey zine and zine library lovers, Wanna show your local zine library some love? We’d love to see at our fundraiser taking place at Glad Day Bookstore on Saturday 4 August from 6-9PM. We’ll have a zine making station, artists, music, a raffle, good vibes, and good times. We’ll also be unveiling a ~secret~ project… Continue reading Fun(d)-Raiser
Maker Festival 2018
We’re continuing to branch out a little bit from our usual zine fair circuit. This weekend – July 7-8 – we’re excited to be a part of Maker Festival Toronto! We’ll have a host of things for you to check out: a sampling of zines from our collection to inspire you about the possibilities of… Continue reading Maker Festival 2018
Punk Rock Flea Market!!!
Hey y’all, The TZL is trying something a little different and tabling at the PUNK ROCK FLEA MARKET at Lee’s Palace in Toronto. We’ll be there spreading the news about the library and all we do among a variety of wicked DIY crafts. Come by and say hi! The Punk Rock Flea Market is free(!)… Continue reading Punk Rock Flea Market!!!
TZL at TCAF Zineland Terrace!
Hey zine pals, Exciting news! Not only will the Toronto Comic Arts Fair be having a section just for zines and DIY publishing this year, but we’ll also be there tabling! Come check out all the great zines that will be on offer and support your local creators. We hope to see you there! TCAF… Continue reading TZL at TCAF Zineland Terrace!
Library Closure – Sunday, April 15th
Hey Zine Lovers, Unfortunately, we will be closed on Sunday, April 15th during our usual staffed hours time. More opportunity to dig up those materials to return, dream up your own projects, or dive into that zine you just read again. We’re looking forward to seeing you on Tuesday, April 17th during our next staffed… Continue reading Library Closure – Sunday, April 15th