June 2025 News and Events
Dear friends,
St. Louis to me is more than just a city. It’s a salty sweet, cardboard crust, square cut, burn-the-top-of-your-mouth-if-
I’ve loved many places, but nowhere’s stuck with me quite like STL. I’ve searched all my comics and all my cookbooks to try to understand it. And while I can’t say for certain what makes St. Louis, St. Louis, I do know its not-so-secret ingredient: a generous helping of supportive community.
They say the best recipes are made with love. Well, so are the best cities.
St. Louis, let’s hang out. Below is a preview of some of the upcoming events this June. Comics University returns for its 10th year, running from June 11–July 23 at Betty’s Books. We’re also hosting a Teen Open Draw with Proud Art STL and a Photography Zine Program. And of course, there’s our monthly Drink & Draw. Last, but not least, vendor applications open June 1!
All SLICE events are free and space is limited! RSVP to our Eventbrites to save your spot.
As always, follow SLICE on Instagram, Bluesky, and Facebook for all the news.
Sincerely,
Mr. Slice
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Saturday, October 18—SLICE 2025
10 a.m.–5 p.m. @ The Sheldon, 3648 Washington Ave.
Upcoming June Events
Friday, June 6—Teen Open Draw
6–8 p.m. @ Girl Louie x GemU Vintage
Teens—join us for a casual evening of doodling with your artistic peers at Girl Louie x GemU Vintage. Pop in for a few drawing games or stick around to chat about the craft of comics. Learn about other arts opportunities for teens in St. Louis from SLICE and Proud Art STL. Please bring your own sketchbook and drawing supplies.
Wednesday, June 11—Comics University Session 1: Comics Editorial with Amanda Meadows
6:30–8:30 p.m. @ Betty’s Books
We’re kicking off Comics University season with a conversation with comics editor Amanda Meadows! Learn what it takes to be an editor and why comic artists benefit from having them. From navigating censorship to rising material costs, Amanda will walk us through the always-changing editorial landscape.
Saturday, June 14—Seeing Other People: A Photography Zine Program
2–4 p.m. @ Swan Meadow. 3334 Louisiana Ave.
What does it mean to be seen? To allow others to be seen? What kind of reflections can we make about that dialogue between strangers? Join muralist and photographer Fatou Kabir at Swan Meadow to create your own photography zines based on these talking points. We’ll be interacting with each other to facilitate a conversation about communication, collaboration, and affirming our own existence. Each attendee will leave with a photograph and their own handmade zine!
Wednesday, June 18—Comics University Session 2: Webcomics to Print! Author Spotlight: buttercup
6:30–8:30 p.m. @ Betty’s Books
Webcomics are a great way to get your comic out there. But what about printing after the fact? Join us as comic creator buttercup walks us through the process of making their series UM from Radiator Comics. A Q&A will follow to discuss UM and Afrofuturism!
Wednesday, June 25—Comics University Session 3: Self-Publishing with Jim Ousley
6:30–8:30 p.m. @ Betty’s Books
Self-publishing is a great way to step into the comics industry. Comics writer Jim Ousley will walk us through the ups and downs of self-publishing. Joining local comics collectives, crowdfunding, and pitching to publishers are all steps towards making your mark in the comics industry!
Thursday, June 26—Drink & Draw
7–9 p.m. @ Alamo Drafthouse STL
You know the drill. Join your pals from SLICE for a casual evening of drawing. Pop in for a few drawing games or stick around to chat about the craft of comics. SLICE will be hosting monthly Drink & Draws on the fourth Thursday of every month, 7–9 p.m. at Alamo Drafthouse STL, April through September. Mark your calendars!