Collective Care Fest ‘23

Collective Care Fest ‘23 took place on Saturday, August 26 from 1pm-10pm at Brick at Blue Star!

This dynamic all ages festival was born to honor the rich tapestry of lived experiences and will be filled with creatives, zines, live music, poetry, storytelling, workshops, a community mural, harm reduction resources, STI/HIV testing, and a repro market promoting reproductive justice.

Explore a diverse range of offerings and enriching activities that embody the spirit of the festival.

Explore the market of creations from 35+ community members as they share their unique desserts, art, crafts, zines, and goods, providing an opportunity to support local creatives.

Engage in empowering workshops and discussions led by community members, where you can delve into the depths of intersectionality and thought-provoking discussions.

Access harm reduction information, resources, and guidance for creating safer spaces. Additionally, visit the repro market, a space committed  to reproductive justice, offering resources, information, and support.

Contribute to the creation of a community mural, facilitated by local artist Cassidy Fritts, where festival-goers come together to leave an indelible mark of unity and shared experiences, reflecting the power of collaboration and artistic expression.

Listen to poetry readings from Write Art Out Inc Poets: Ale Saenz, Lace Garcia, Yesenia De La Torre, and Cuppycake. Poetry segment will be hosted by Christopher “Rooster” Martinez. Let the words resonate within you, sparking contemplation and deepening your connection to the beauty of language and human experiences. You will also have the have the opportunity to participate in Open Mic Poetry and share your own poetry with the audience.

Enjoy live music from Fea, Hacienda, Powdered Wig Machine, and Polly Anna as we celebrate the profound impact music can have on the well-being of community, allowing people to express, heal, and find solace through creative expression. Attendees can also simply let loose, have fun, and immerse themselves in the joyous experience of jammin’ to captivating tunes.

Collective Care Fest is more than just a gathering; it's an embodiment of radical community, mutual aid, and care. Through engaging conversations and meaningful connections, we strive to build a more compassionate and equitable world. Join us in this celebration of unity, diversity, and collective care!

Collective Care Fest ‘22

All That Lies In Gray and That Gray Zine Present Collective Care Fest

Collective Care Fest took place at Paper Tiger on Sunday, August 28th from 12pm-8pm. Collective care is fundamental to social justice as it creates a space to share, honor, and care for the intersectionalities of lived experiences. This fest was curated to amplify community care and honor community voices, support, teachings, and creativity. There was live music, drag shows, a DJ, zines, vendors, poets, harm reduction resources, and mental health workshops! It takes community to heal community and to move towards collective liberation!