WHEN, WHERE & HOW TO APPLY

WHEN & WHERE

When: Saturday, July 26, 2025 from
11AM - 4PM

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Where: Third Space Chicago, 716 W Addison St.

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Prior to the festival we're hosting two Info Sessions to answer any prospective tablers' questions and provide any advice we can to first-time tablers.

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The in-person info session is on Saturday, May 31st at 2PM, with a zine-making demo at 3PM.

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The virtual info session is on Saturday, June 14 at 2PM. Register for the event on the library website to receive the Zoom link.

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Photos for the website were taken by Kevannah Berry at the 2023 festival.

APPLY TO TABLE

The tabling application for 2025 is open through July 1st, apply now!

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Adults and teens 12 and up can apply. There is an accessible elevator at our venue, Third Space Chicago, access to a kitchen sink for water, and a gender neutral bathroom. The venue unfortunately does not have air conditioning, but we are acquiring fans to circulate as much cool air as possible.

Please note that library staff cannot help sell work or handle money, but you can do so on your own. We do not charge a tabling fee or any other fees. New Expressions is a safe space and will not accept submissions that discriminate against or cause harm to others. Please review our safer spaces policy below.

We welcome attendees of all ages, so if you will be bringing NSFW art plan to have clear signage indicating that your work is not for children, or careful table arrangement so it is not the first thing a child might see.

If if your application is not initially accepted you may be placed on a wait list.

If you have any questions please contact the Merlo Branch Library and speak with the teen librarian, or fill out the contact form below.