Manga lovers, assemble! SLICE and St. Louis County Library are bringing you a series of premium manga programming this summer. Look out for our two events in August and two more in September! Registration is recommended. www.slcl.org/events-class... 🎨 @all-the-phoelings.bsky.social

AAAAND OUR FINAL SPECIAL GUEST ANNOUNCEMENT! Denis Kitchen (1946-) is a Milwaukee native and UWM graduate who began his professional career as part of the “underground comix” movement of the late ‘60s.

SPECIAL GUEST ANNOUNCEMENT: We can't wait to have Ursula Murray Husted (ursulamurrayhusted.com) at MILK FEST 2026!

SPECIAL GUEST ANNOUNCEMENT: We are excited to welcome BIANCA XUNISE (biancaxunise.com) to MILK FEST 2026!

heyyyy i'll be at @milkcomicfest.bsky.social later this year

SPECIAL GUEST ANNOUNCEMENT: We can't wait to have Theo Stultz (@theoplum.bsky.social) at MILK FEST 2026!

One more day to apply to SLICE 2026—get those apps in, folks! Got any questions? Check the application FAQ on our website or hit us up. You know what to do: slicexpo.org/apply

Mass Cartoonists, there's six days left to apply for a Lightning Grant! (www.bostoncomicarts.org/lightning) Of the program, BCAF Grant Program Coordinator A. David Lewis writes...

MKE artists! Come hang out at our summer MILKSHAKE on 7/24 from 7-9pm at Lion's Tooth We'll have alcoholic and non-alcoholic drink options for purchase, but is otherwise a free event for artists! All you have to bring is yourself (sketchbook and drawing tools optional)

Two week reminder! Apps to SLICE 2026 are due Wednesday, July 15. Still working on your application? We've got tips! ❓Check out our FAQ page 📼 Watch the recording from our How to Apply to SLICE event 🙋 Ask us questions! slicexpo.org/apply

MILK Fest 2026 applicants–check your email! Everyone should have received a response 🖤 If you applied but don't have an email from us, check your SPAM FOLDER.... and then message us 😭🙏

Emails will go out tomorrow! It took us longer to review applications due to an overwhelming response (a good thing!) Pic unrelated...?

📣 Calling all artists, writers, poets, cartoonists, zinesters, printmakers, and indie publishers of every stripe! 📣 Vendor applications are now open for SLICE 2026, taking place October 31 at The Sheldon, St. Louis, MO. Apply now through July 15. Can't wait to see your work! 👉 slicexpo.org/apply

Applications will close at 11:59p TOMORROW night! If you've been waiting: DON'T! Get your application for MILK FEST 2026 in 🖤

MILK Comics Fest@milkcomicfest.bsky.social · 2mo ago

ONE WEEK(ISH) LEFT TO APPLY! Applications for this year's MILK Fest close on 5/31 Details about the fest and the link to apply can be found on our website milkcomicfest.org

ONE WEEK(ISH) LEFT TO APPLY! Applications for this year's MILK Fest close on 5/31 Details about the fest and the link to apply can be found on our website milkcomicfest.org

Don't forget, MILK Fest 2026 apps are open thru the end of the month

MILK Comics Fest@milkcomicfest.bsky.social · 4mo ago

It's that time again! Applications for MILK FEST hosted by Milwaukee Indie Local Comics are now open until May 31st Details and applications can be found on our website milkcomicfest.org 🤠🐮

This year’s Cartoonist Coop Members zine “EUREKA” is a total blast, don’t miss out on these great comics! This 60-page collaborative zine is only available during NIF, and the proceeds go to supporting CU activities. #NIF2026 Grab it at: nif-shop.cartoonist.coop

THE NIF MARKETPLACE IS FINALLY HERE! The gates are open and the comics are on display - take a stroll through the marketplace and get yourself some new reads! 👀👉👉👉 nif-shop.cartoonist.coop #NIF2026 Art by @jackarais.bsky.social | Design by @asmodrawscomics.bsky.social

POV you are at the combination MILK/SLICE table at CAKE informing everyone about the great comics fest the Midwest has to offer

You MAY have heard that we're hosting more great events this month! Check 'em out at the Upcoming Events link in bio!

Our application window for this year's MICE is half way through! As you finish final details on your application, check these tips and our guidelines to make sure all is in order. Share some tips if you've got 'em 👀 Applications close on May 15th! www.micexpo.org/apply

Steady today at @cakechicago.bsky.social 🎂 You can find us next to our friends at @slicexpo.bsky.social 🍕

We have an event coming up this Friday too! MILK organizers will be there if you have any questions about the fest or applying

MILK Comics Fest@milkcomicfest.bsky.social · 5mo ago

Milwaukee artists! Join us for our first MILKSHAKE: a low-key, good vibes after-hours event at lion's tooth in Bayview Chat and connect with other artists. Event is free, with alcoholic and non-alcoholic drink options available to purchase.

Want to receive art from an artist you love AND donate to a great cause? We've expanded the reach of our eSIMs for Gaza drive to support the Hatuey project, Sameer Project, and Connecting Humanity! Check out the link to read up on the full changes and how to participate. cartoonist.coop/aid-drive/

Are you interested in volunteering at CAKE 2026? Send us an email! Volunteers@cakechicago.com

We have an event coming up this Friday too! MILK organizers will be there if you have any questions about the fest or applying

MILK Comics Fest@milkcomicfest.bsky.social · 5mo ago

Milwaukee artists! Join us for our first MILKSHAKE: a low-key, good vibes after-hours event at lion's tooth in Bayview Chat and connect with other artists. Event is free, with alcoholic and non-alcoholic drink options available to purchase.

We’re very excited to announce this year’s Cupcake Award Mentors: Liz Sux and Maddie Dennis! 🧁 Whoever wins will be partnered with one of these stellar artists to gain advice and support as they make their new mini comic. Apps are due 4/11. Learn more on our website: www.cakechicago.com/cupcake

It's that time again! Applications for MILK FEST hosted by Milwaukee Indie Local Comics are now open until May 31st Details and applications can be found on our website milkcomicfest.org 🤠🐮

Apps are opening tomorrow! But don't worry, you have until 5/31 to apply 🐮

MILK Comics Fest@milkcomicfest.bsky.social · 5mo ago

Howdy Bluesky! Have you heard? MILK Fest will be back at 3rd Street Market Hall on September 26th this year 🤠 Cartoonists, mark your calendars ➡️ Applications will be open from April 6th to May 31st. Apply at milkcomicfest.org 🐮

Join us tomorrow at 9 PM ET/6 PM PT for the revival of the monthly Show and Tell! It's held on Discord for one hour monthly on the first Friday for an informal mixer where you can share your latest projects. Art by @conkles.bsky.social