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The Massachusetts Independent Comics Expo is a FREE independent Comics festival! Dec 5th and 6th 2026.

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Massachusetts Independent Comics Expo @massmice.bsky.social · 5h
EXHIBITORS FOR MICE 2026 🗣️ There's only a few hours left to submit your work for this year's mini grants! www.micexpo.org/grants
There are only a few hours left on the last day for MICE 2026 exhibitors to apply for mini grants!
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Massachusetts Independent Comics Expo @massmice.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
EXHIBITORS! It's the last week to apply for a mini grant with your self-published print mini-comics! Find our guideline information at www.micexpo.org/grants !
Exhibitors have one more week to apply for a mini grant! Applications close September 30th.
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Massachusetts Independent Comics Expo @massmice.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
The moment you've been waiting for is finally here! Who are our featured guests this MICE season!? We gratefully welcome the following artists to be highlighted at our event this year (read the whole thread! 🧵) See the list on our NEWLY REFRESHED AND PRETTY SITE www.micexpo.org/exhibitor-li...
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Massachusetts Independent Comics Expo @massmice.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Exhibitors! Mini-Grant Applications are now OPEN until September 30th! Submit your previously unpublished mini-comics for consideration for one of 15 MICE Mini-Grants of $150 each (and one grand prize of $500)!
A wood grain block with MICE Mini Grants 2026 written across shares that this year's mini grant applications for exhibitors are now open until September 30th. Apply for one of 15 $150 mini-grants (this is an increase in grant earnings!) including one big $500 grand prize. More information over at micexpo.org/grants
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Massachusetts Independent Comics Expo @massmice.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
We're celebrating the signing of the Freedom to Read Bill keeping book bans out of MA schools and libraries! Cheers to all of those who used their strong voices to advocate for us all to be able to "read what we damn well please!"
The logo for Mass Freedom to Read showcases a. patriot holds a book proudly in their hands. Headline shares MA Governor Maura Healey signing a new law to keep book bans out of MA schools and libraries.A partial quote from Zachary Clemente, President of the Boston Comic Arts Foundation: "...The goal of these bans is to deny readers the opportunity to connect with books that reflect multiple perspectives as well as deny cartoonists and writers the outlet of free expression through publication. Massachusetts says: we will read what we damn well please!"
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Massachusetts Independent Comics Expo @massmice.bsky.social · 10/07/2026
Attention Boston locals! 🗣️ Tomorrow Saturday July 11th 1-3pm we're hosting a little get together to draw some comics in public! Join us at the Boston Public Library Main branch at the steps facing Copley Square!
Tomorrow Saturday July 11th, the Boston Comic Arts Foundation is hosting a Draw Comics in Public Day at the Copley Square steps in the front of the Boston Public Library. Join is 1 to 3pm!
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Massachusetts Independent Comics Expo @massmice.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
Celebrate Pride Month with our friends of MICE at the Brookline Village Library for their first Brookline Queer Zine Fest on Saturday, June 20 from 11:30 AM to 4 PM! Buy, trade, collect, hoard(!?) brooklinelibrary.libcal.com/calendar/eve...
The Brookline Village Library is hosting their first Brookline Queer Zine Fest on Saturday June 20th from 11:30AM to 4PM! Support local art and have fun conversations.
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Massachusetts Independent Comics Expo @massmice.bsky.social · 15/05/2026
Today is the last day to apply for this year's MICE! Our team is ready at at their mouse-sized computers ready to read all of your applications! Thank you to all who applied. Status announcements will be shared in August. www.micexpo.org/apply
Today, May 15th, is the last day to apply for MICE to be an exhibitor!
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Massachusetts Independent Comics Expo @massmice.bsky.social · 08/05/2026
There's only one more week to apply to MICE! Make sure your files are formatted, links are working, and statements are... well, stating! www.micexpo.org/apply
There's only one more week to apply for MICE! Applications close May 15th!
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Massachusetts Independent Comics Expo @massmice.bsky.social · 04/05/2026
If you were to make a list of featured guests for MICE, who would you invite? Could be a cartoonist you've always admired, maybe it's an indie artist you've come to love, or even a friend you want to see recognized more often! Tag and comment some cartoonists ⬇️ ⬇️ ⬇️
A grey mouse with a big smile holds a blue book with a yellow question mark on it. Around the mouse's head are little hearts! Text asks, Who is your dream guest? Who would you invite to be a guest at MICE? Comment below!
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Massachusetts Independent Comics Expo @massmice.bsky.social · 03/05/2026
Love the idea of organizing hang outs with cool MICE exhibitors all from the comfort of your home? Do you spend a lot of time in communities on Discord? We're looking for a Discord coordinator! www.micexpo.org/staff-openings
MICE is looking for a Discord Coordinator! Check out our staff openings page on our linktree for more information!
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Massachusetts Independent Comics Expo @massmice.bsky.social · 01/05/2026
Our application window for this year's MICE is half way through! As you finish final details on your application, check these tips and our guidelines to make sure all is in order. Share some tips if you've got 'em 👀 Applications close on May 15th! www.micexpo.org/apply
A geometric mouse pops its head up from the bottom of the page. Text reads "Tips for applying to MICE" ... Our site MICEXPO.ORG/Apply has more details.Tips for applying to MICE (and other comics conventions, really) include keeping your introduction short, sweet, but informative... making sure your links, portals, and files are readable... and being sure to highlight your comics work specifically! If you have them, photos of your work in printed formats, or display set ups from previous cons are also useful to us in curating our show.
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Massachusetts Independent Comics Expo @massmice.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
Do you or a friend know building-block structures for websites? We need a hand sharing news, giving details for events, and adjusting shedules for the show this year. We're looking for a web manager to assist us at our internet home base. micexpo.org/staff-openings
The MICE team is lookng for a new web manager. Visit MICEXPO.ORG/staff-openings for more information.
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Massachusetts Independent Comics Expo @massmice.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
Our community of comics creators and readers are like family. One of our friends, David Marshall, has been going through a long recovery process after a harsh accident and needs support in keeping his housing. His goal is juuuust about met! Let's help him out:
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Massachusetts Independent Comics Expo @massmice.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
"Hello, MICE friends! My name is Harri. I wanted to say it's been a privilege to be your social media guy for the past 3 years and I'll always be grateful to be part of MICE's community. See you in December!" - ❤️ Harri On behalf of the whole MICE community, thank you, Harri!
An image of Harri wearing a mouse head and doing a fun pose. With a sweet wink, they bid goodbye.
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Solstice Literary Magazine @solsticelitmag.bsky.social · 15/04/2026
Solstice's Annual Literary Contest is open through June 1: $1,000 fiction prize, $500 Stephen Dunn Poetry prize, $500 Michael Steinberg Nonfiction prize, and $500 Graphic Lit prize. Entry fee is $20. Submit here: solsticelitmag.org/contest/ #amwriting #writingcontest
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Solstice Literary Magazine @solsticelitmag.bsky.social · 18/04/2026
Solstice: A Magazine of Diverse Voices' Annual Literary Contest is open through June 1! $1,000 Fiction Prize; $500 Stephen Dunn Poetry Prize ; $500 Michael Steinberg Nonfiction Prize; and $500 Graphic Lit Prize. Entry fee: $20. Submit at: solsticelitmag.submittable.com/submit/19575...
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Massachusetts Independent Comics Expo @massmice.bsky.social · 18/04/2026
You are all was so good doing your homework to review our application guidelines. Now it's time to put your learning into action: MICE 2026 EXHIBITOR APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN! Take your time with these, we don't want to miss a single page of your comics. www.micexpo.org/apply
Applications to be an exhibitor at this year's MICE are now open from April 17th to May 15th over at MICEXPO.ORG/Apply
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Massachusetts Independent Comics Expo @massmice.bsky.social · 12/04/2026
ATTENTION POTENTIAL EXHIBITORS! This year's application guidelines are now live on the site. Swing by to check them out and get your materials ready! www.micexpo.org/apply
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Comic Arts Maine Portland @comicartsmaineport.bsky.social · 04/04/2026
Lookout! Comic Arts Maine Portland is just one week away on April 11th at the Portland Public Library! Sign up for our free programming at: www.comicartsmaineportland.com/programming2...
Graphic overlaid over pictures of people wearing green CAMP t-shirts. Graphic says ‘CAMP Comic Arts Maine Portland’ One Week Away! SATURDAY, April 11th at the Portland Public Library. Free Entry 90+ comic creators, 10 Free Workshops and Panels, 3 New Children’s Programs
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Luna Moth Zine Fest @lunamothzinefest.bsky.social · 30/03/2026
Hey Luna Moths! We're so excited to have four workshops this year at the zine fest! 1130-1215 - Drawing Games with Haley Searcy 1230-115 - Storytelling for Comics with @gabrieljoyyy.bsky.social 130-215 - Community Care with The People's School 230-315 - Crowdfunding Q&A with @angrygatodesigns.com
Schedule of workshops at the Luna Moth Zine Fest: 1130-1215 - Drawing Games with Haley Searcy

1230-115	- Storytelling for Comics with @gabrieljoyyy.bsky.social 

130-215 - Community Care with The People's School

230-315 - Crowdfunding Q&A with @angrygatodesigns.com
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Catalina 🍁 nonfic comics fest @fairywarriorcat.bsky.social · 10/03/2026
youtu.be/eWxR8KsTgZo?... My panel is up from back when it was Mice jn December, I talk about Mutineers!
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Moments that Matter: Character Development in Comics, a panel discussion at MICE 2026
YouTube video by MICE Media
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Massachusetts Independent Comics Expo @massmice.bsky.social · 08/03/2026
#MICE2026 dates are official! Dec.5 + 6, 2026 at Boston University. Stay tuned as we make this the best yet! micexpo.org
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Massachusetts Independent Comics Expo @massmice.bsky.social · 08/03/2026
#MICE2026 dates are official! Dec.5 + 6, 2026 at Boston University. Stay tuned as we make this the best yet! micexpo.org
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Luna Moth Zine Fest @lunamothzinefest.bsky.social · 12/01/2026
Applications are now open until February 13th! Link in bio!! #lunamoth #lunamothzinefest #yearthree #2026 #zines #zinefest #zinesforsale #manchesternh #newhampshire
Illustration of a bunny and cat in a field with luna moths and zines flying around everywhere. The text "applications open now un til february 13th" in yellow, outlined in red, is laid over the illustration. On the top is Luna Moth Zine Fest info in green, shadowed in a lighter green, over a grey background
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Cartoonists United @cartoonist.coop · 16/01/2026
why should you join the co-op? make comics in any capacity? want to support fellow cartoonists? it's free!! we have a dedicated forum & newsletter!! and we're always looking for more ways to support small press and creatives! you don't have to do this alone. cartoonist.coop/our-benefits/
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The Cartoonist Cooperative
Making comics better for everyone!
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Massachusetts Independent Comics Expo @massmice.bsky.social · 29/12/2025
Hello, MICE friends, we write to you with sad news today. Dan Moynihan, a beloved long-time MICE Exhibitor, cartoonist, and workshop instructor passed away suddenly last week. As we mourn this loss we ask our community to share or donate to help Dan’s wife and young son.
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Massachusetts Independent Comics Expo @massmice.bsky.social · 29/12/2025
Hello, MICE friends, we write to you with sad news today. Dan Moynihan, a beloved long-time MICE Exhibitor, cartoonist, and workshop instructor passed away suddenly last week. As we mourn this loss we ask our community to share or donate to help Dan’s wife and young son.
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Boston Comic Arts Foundation @bostoncomicarts.bsky.social · 19/12/2025
It's been amazing year for comics: great Picture + Panel discussions, our first citywide read, and more incredible festivals, workshops, and talks than can fit into one post. To help us put on more events, support creators, and nurture future artists, consider donating www.bostoncomicarts.org/donate
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Tenza @tenza.bsky.social · 12/12/2025
I know I'm a bit late to post this, but I was at @massmice.bsky.social this past Saturday and it's the one event every year that I get hyped for! I'm grateful that @kingsabear.bsky.social took me back in 2019 and now it's an annual tradition! Anyways, here's my haul!
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Boston Comics in Color Festival (BCICF) @comicsncolor.bsky.social · 12/12/2025
We are thrilled to release the official artwork for Boston Comics in Color Festival 2026 by Dante Miller! Mark your calendars for April 3-4, 2026 and get your best cosplay or nerdy accessories ready to come out and show out!— we can't wait to see you there! Stay tuned for more updates! #bcicf2026
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Massachusetts Independent Comics Expo @massmice.bsky.social · 12/12/2025
Did you go to MICE? We want to hear from you! P.S. If you take our survey in the next 5 days you'll be entered into a raffle to win a Cheese Cave Tour at Formaggio Kitchen Cambridge! survey.typeform.com/to/tZ0wdpVK
A photo of the MICE show floor with the Formaggio Kitchen logo in the corner.
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Massachusetts Independent Comics Expo @massmice.bsky.social · 12/12/2025
Did you go to MICE? We want to hear from you! P.S. If you take our survey in the next 5 days you'll be entered into a raffle to win a Cheese Cave Tour at Formaggio Kitchen Cambridge! survey.typeform.com/to/tZ0wdpVK
A photo of the MICE show floor with the Formaggio Kitchen logo in the corner.
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Erin Roseberry 🔜 SPX B5 @roseberrycomix.bsky.social · 11/12/2025
Hey look I'm in the Beat's MICE coverage!!! :O
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Ken H. @lostphrack.bsky.social · 12/12/2025
Oh hey it’s my @massmice.bsky.social haul!
A selection of comics and sketch books by Keezy Young. 

Top row from left to right: Hello Sunshine, Just Going For A Walk, and I Only Have Eyes For You Dear.

Bottom row from left to right: The July Fashion Issue, and Horrible Girls.Three columns of mini comics and zines from various artists. From left to right, too to bottom…

Column 1: Zeno and Max 1 + 2, and Home by Miasmatik. Plus, Little Guys #1 by Cynthia Camilla.

Column 2: Thirsty For Love by Carmen Pizarro and David Ocampo. And One Two Many Scary Movies vol. 2 by Carmen Pizarro.

Column 3: Sappho Pretty Poet by R. Sikoryak, and Anatomical Triangles of the Neck A Selection of Love Stories by Krista Willberg
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Comicsbeat @comicsbeat.bsky.social · 11/12/2025
Our annual MICE coverage is live: the future of comics has arrived in Boston, and it's you. @massmice.bsky.social
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On the Scene: MICE 2025 focused on understanding comics
It's my sixth time writing about MICE and I’ve still got things to say. That’s because the annual Massachusetts Independent Comics Expo, a free, two-day convention, held in a (once) historic Cadillac showroom on the (now) Boston University campus, is a liquid. It fills the space you put it in. It was snowing early Saturday afternoon, but that was outside.
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Ansis Puriņš @ansispurins.bsky.social · 11/12/2025
a Jam #comic passed around at @massmice.bsky.social with @bradymakecomic.bsky.social, @milimonster.bsky.social, @goodklown.bsky.social, @nicolelaliberty.bsky.social & hannah_brookman.art
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Carina Taylor 🌻 @shecallsmecdawg.bsky.social · 10/12/2025
Fieldmouse has under 48hrs and only needs less than $1k to make this book happen. I'm so excited and hope they hit their goal. ALSO I'm directly sharing their proof image from the kickstarter page because COME ONNNN look at that exquisite cover.
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MK 🦷 @ FanX SLC A403 @miasmatik.bsky.social · 10/12/2025
My own @massmice.bsky.social haul composed of gifts, trades, & whatever I could purchase running around in the 15 minutes before the show opened 🦷🫰
Picture of my MICE comic & zine haul
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Orca @gateaulorange.bsky.social · 10/12/2025
Some photos of my table/wares at @massmice.bsky.social this past weekend 🐭 Thank you for making my first experience at MICE a truly special one!!
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🪲 jules z / just right !🌀 @juleshroom.bsky.social · 09/12/2025
Thank you so much everyone who came by my booth at @massmice.bsky.social this weekend! feeling very supported by y’all 💚🐾 here are some of the MICE -sona portraits I drew
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Keezy Young🌼 @keezyyoung.bsky.social · 09/12/2025
btw, now that i'm not like, on a plane, i just want to say thank you to @massmice.bsky.social for welcoming me to boston so warmly and preparing so much wonderful programming, and like, buying me lunch and stuff like that?? i've never felt so taken care of as a guest before! i felt like royalty!!!
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Cathy Leamy @metrokitty.bsky.social · 09/12/2025
An inspiring part of @massmice.bsky.social was hearing about the process behind Scott McCloud and Raina Telgemeier’s graphic novel *The Cartoonists Club*. Creators from different generations teaming up, having fun, and bringing their skillsets together! 💖 shop.scholastic.com/parent-ecomm...
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The Cartoonists Club: A Graphic Novel | The Scholastic Parent Store
Makayla is bursting with ideas but doesn't know how to make them into a story. Howard loves to draw, but he struggles to come up with ideas and his dad thinks comics are a waste of time. Lynda constan...
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Lee 🦇 @illeestrator.bsky.social · 09/12/2025
i had a great time at @massmice.bsky.social and i met some lovely people ☺️ can’t wait for the next one
person sitting with their head down doing a peace sign at a table with zines, comics, and stickers
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Skeleton★Sam @robocorn.bsky.social · 08/12/2025
Phew! Thanks so much to everyone I saw this weekend at @massmice.bsky.social It was my biggest con (maybe ever) and Im so grateful to the oganizers, volunteers, and all the passionate people I got to meet.
"Thanks MICE!" a tired newt knight below 16 comics, an art pamphlet, a stylized calendar, and three stickers on a bed.
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Cathy Leamy @metrokitty.bsky.social · 08/12/2025
I bought a huge pile of comics, I went to a panel on graphic medicine, I ran into loads of comics pals, and I got to see Scott McCloud talk about visual communication. @massmice.bsky.social is a fantastic comics festival! What an absolute gem!
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Jordan Stillman @alittlejstillz.bsky.social · 08/12/2025
Spending the weekend helping out at @massmice.bsky.social really filled my heart. The indie comics community is just filled with raddest, most generous, most talented kind souls. I missed them! 💛
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ND Stevenson @gingerhaze.bsky.social · 08/12/2025
MICE loox
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