Salem Paper Arts Fair celebrates love of all things paper, followed by a 'Bridgerton' ball * Oregon ArtsWatch
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Salem Paper Arts Fair celebrates love of all things paper, followed by a 'Bridgerton' ball * Oregon ArtsWatch
"The first annual Salem Paper Arts Fair will celebrate all things paper, featuring independent printmakers, paper artists, zine makers, poets, and authors, with activities like zine making and calligraphy."
"The Booklover's Ball will include live classical and Bridgerton-inspired music, encouraging attendees to wear costumes and formal attire to immerse themselves in the theme of romance."
"Media outlets like The Atlantic and CNN highlight the growing popularity of romance fiction and the resurgence of physical book reading, influenced by social media platforms like BookTok."
"Event organizer Anna Davis emphasizes the community's excitement for entertainment after COVID, noting her extensive involvement in Salem's arts scene since 2016."
The Salem Paper Arts Fair, scheduled for April 18, will showcase independent printmakers, paper artists, zine makers, poets, and authors. The event is free and family-friendly, running from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Historic Grand Ballroom. The evening will feature the Booklover's Ball with live music and a DJ, encouraging costumes and formal wear. The resurgence of interest in physical books and romance literature is noted, alongside the community's eagerness for entertainment post-COVID.
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