On August 29–31, the Contemporary Art Centre (CAC) Reading Room will host the second informal gathering of book lovers, Paws, Chairs, Hooves, and Pages. The event is organized by the CAC together with the bookstore Juodas Šuo.

The three-day program will feature workshops, readings, creative activities, music and, of course, BOOKS and various publications. The event is dedicated to book enthusiasts of all kinds: readers, collectors, creators, and publishers.

Throughout the event, visitors will be able to purchase books, browse archival publications, enjoy delicious coffee, buy freshly baked goods, and meet in a cozy atmosphere.

The event is free of charge. All are welcome!

WEEKEND PROGRAMME:

August 29, Friday

12:00–20:00

  • Book sales by bookstore Juodas Šuo and friends – publishers Arklys (LT), Six Chairs Books (LT) and Kuš! Comics (LV)
  • Visitors will be able to enjoy complimentary coffee and buy fresh pastries on-site

17:00

  • Free workshop organized by publisher Arklys. More information and registration – coming soon

August 30, Saturday

12:00–20:00

  • Book sales by bookstore Juodas Šuo and friends – publishers Arklys (LT), Six Chairs Books (LT) and Kuš! Comics (LV)
  • Special guests – artists Ieva Stankutė (her book About the Belly Button won the main award at the 2023 Book Art Contest) and Marijonas Verbel

13:00–16:00

  • Live poetry by Domantas Bagdonas

16:00–18:00

  • Readings featuring Julius Jančauskas, Eat Shit Judge, and Ieva Stankutė. Open mic – everyone is welcome to share their own or others’ works

17:00

  • Zine workshop with Lukas Dovydėnas. More information and registration – coming soon

19:00

  • Performance Love by Domantas Bagdonas

August 31, Sunday

12:00–18:00

  • Book sales by bookstore Juodas Šuo and friends – publishers Arklys (LT), Six Chairs Books (LT) and Kuš! Comics (LV)

16:00

  • Linocut workshop with Upė Lučiūnaitė. More information and registration – coming soon