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Literary
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Writer/Director Tom Holland at Dark Delicacies
Dark Delicacies 822 N Hollywood Way, Burbank, CA, United StatesSaturday at 3:00 writer/director Tom Holland (Fright Night. Child's Play) signs Oh Mother, What Have You Done? The Making Of Psycho 2 & Thinner The Collectors Edition BluRay. Preorders available … read more »
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Signings at Dark Delicacies
Dark Delicacies 822 N Hollywood Way, Burbank, CA, United States"Your genial (g)hosts are Sue and Del Howison, who formed Dark Delicacies in 1994. We started selling at conventions, and opened the store December 3, 1994. We have been featured on the SciFi Channel's SciFi Buzz, we've been written up in the second edition of J. Gordon Melton's THE VAMPIRE BOOK: THE ENCYCLOPEDIA OF THE … read more »
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Chuck Palahniuk Signing at Dark Delicacies
Dark Delicacies 822 N Hollywood Way, Burbank, CA, United StatesSaturday from 11-4:30 Dark Delicacies presents Chuck Palahniuk signing Shock Induction. Buy the book and bring your back stock of books,Fight Club posters, and be prepared! Preorders available in the shopping cart on the Dark Delicacies website
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Book Signings at Dark Delicacies: Serling, Romero & Allen!
Dark Delicacies 822 N Hollywood Way, Burbank, CA, United StatesThree authors explore the works of the most legendary purveyors of our dreams and nightmares The Fantasy Worlds of Irwin Allen Signing with author Jeff Bond Rod Serling at 100: One Writer's Acknowledgment. Signing with author Joseph Dougherty Fotonovel Night of the Living Dead Signing with author Steve Abramson Saturday November 30 - 3pm at … read more »
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Videotapes from Hell: Signing at Dark Delicacies
Dark Delicacies 822 N Hollywood Way, Burbank, CA, United StatesSigning with Mick Garris, Peter Atkins, Lisa Morton, RC Matheson, C. Courtney Joyner, Brinke Stevens, Adam Simon A Visual History of Cult, Collectible, and Crazy Video Covers
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Dark Delicacies Signings / Closing Sale
Dark Delicacies 822 N Hollywood Way, Burbank, CA, United StatesFor those who like their art dark, mysterious and a little bloody, stop by this month for their in-store signings and closing sale. Sat March 8 - Little Bites w/ director Spider One, Heather Lagenkamp & Chaz Bono Thurs March 13 - Pick & Shovel w/ Cory Doctorow & Wil Wheaton Sat March 15 - … read more »
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Cory Doctorow in conversation with Wil Wheaton at Dark Delicacies
Dark Delicacies 822 N Hollywood Way, Burbank, CA, United StatesThu, Mar 13th 6 pm: Pick & Shovel: A Martin Hench Novel HB Author Cory Doctorow - In conversation with Wil Wheaton, book reading & signing PICK UP THE DAY OF THE EVENT FOR THOSE ATTENDING
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aja monet’s Florida Water (Book Release) at Buena Vista Library
Buena Vista Library 300 N. Buena Vista St., Burbank, CA, United StatesBurbank Public Library proudly presents an evening with celebrated poet and activist aja monet, discussing her new collection Florida Water! Florida Water is a collection of poems that, like the cleansing waters of spiritual baths, rinse, reflect, and reveal the raw truths that lie within. In this vulnerable meditation, aja monet reflects on her migration … read more »
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Author Ivor Davis – “The Beatles and Me On Tour”
Buena Vista Library 300 N. Buena Vista St., Burbank, CA, United StatesGo behind the scenes of Beatlemania with journalist Ivor Davis, the only daily newspaper reporter embedded with the Beatles during their chaotic, history-making 1964 North American tour. In the summer … read more »
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Author Walter Mosley at the Buena Vista Library
Buena Vista Library 300 N. Buena Vista St., Burbank, CA, United StatesEasy Rawlins is back! Walter Mosley is launching his book tour in Burbank with a conversation alongside fellow L.A. crime fiction writer Steph Cha. RSVP - https://burbank.libnet.info/event/14147737 Meet the author … read more »
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Community Arts Grant Application Workshop (Over Zoom)
Register Here https://burbankca.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_3DYYagegTLShFuU03dTV3g#/registration ---- The City of Burbank Announces Upcoming Application Period for Community Arts Grant Burbank, CA (September 5, 2025) – The Burbank Parks and Recreation Department, in collaboration with the Burbank Cultural Arts Commission, is pleased to announce the third year of the Community Arts Grant Program, designed to support local artists and … read more »
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Burbank Creative Collective Mixer at Salit
Salit Conservatory of Music West Riverside Drive, Burbank, California, United StatesThe Burbank Creative Collective returns this October, bringing together artists, musicians, and creatives for an inspiring evening of collaboration and community. This unique event celebrates Burbank’s thriving arts scene, providing a space where local talent can connect, share, and showcase their work. Whether you're a musician, filmmaker, visual artist, or writer, the Creative Collective is … read more »
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Making Monsters All Star Signing – A Dark Delicacies event at Emerald Knights
Emerald Knights 4116 Burbank Blvd, Burbank, CA, United StatesMAKING MONSIERS ALL STAR SICNINGL A DARK DELICACIES EVENT AT EMERALD KNIGHTS, BURBANK, CA GUESTS JOINING AUTHORS HOWARD BERGER AND MARSHALL JULIUS AT THE SIGNING: GABE BARTALOS BILL CORSO BARBARA CRAMPTON DANA GOULD TOM HOLLAND DEL HOWISON KERRIN JACKSON. SILVI KNIGHT ERYN KRUEGER MEKASH MIKE MEKASH MIKE MENDEZ JUSTIN RALEIGH DIRK ROGERS MARK TAVARES KEVIN … read more »
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Burbank Book Festival
Buena Vista Library 300 N. Buena Vista St., Burbank, CA, United StatesBurbank is more than a community, this is a community that loves books. We want to not only celebrate the fantastic authors who live in Burbank, but readers (current and future) as well. The Burbank Book Festival started as a conversation between two local authors, Emily Barth Isler and Erin La Rosa, who wanted to … read more »
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A Journey Through Film History: Book Launch at Be Kind Video
Be Kind Video 3601 1/2 Magnolia Blvd, Burbank, CA, United StatesMonday December 15th at 6PM join us for A Journey Through Film History, book launch and signing, with legendary Film Historian Tony Slide. The book chronicles Tony’s life and career, from his 100+ books on early film, interviews with silent film stars, audio commentaries, and film appraisal work. Copies of the book will be available … read more »
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The Making of Mary Poppins with Disney History Institute scholar Todd James Pierce
Buena Vista Library 300 N. Buena Vista St., Burbank, CA, United StatesMAKING MARY POPPINS explores the unknown story of one of Disney's most beloved films, including the songwriters who brought it to life. For many of us of a certain age, Mary Poppins was one of the most memorable film experiences of our youth -- this classic Disney film was the movie-going sensation of the holiday … read more »
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Burbank Story Slam at the Buena Vista Library
Buena Vista Library 300 N. Buena Vista St., Burbank, CA, United States10 writers. 5 minutes each. 3 judges. 1 unforgettable night. Stories are meant to be heard! Join us for our first-ever Story Slam, a high-energy live storytelling competition where local writers take the mic and bring their stories to life. Register to attend at https://burbank.libnet.info/event/15020306 What to Expect: Bold, funny, vulnerable, surprising stories The thrill … read more »
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Little House on the Prairie Book Signing w/ Alison Angram & Dean Butler at Chili John’s
Chili John's 2018 W Burbank Blvd, Burbank, CA, United States"We are excited to be hosting this event. At Chili John's and The Taproom, we are huge fans of classic TV. If you are as well, stop by and pick up a copy of each of these great books! Both authors will be in attendance to sign copies!"
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An Evening with “Crown City” Author Naomi Hirahara
Buena Vista Library 300 N. Buena Vista St., Burbank, CA, United StatesJoin us for an evening with award-winning author Naomi Hirahara as she discusses Crown City, the final installment in her Japantown Mystery series. Hirahara will reflect on the historical research that shapes her fiction and share insights into the craft behind her acclaimed storytelling. Books will be available for purchase and signing. About Crown City … read more »
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Author Taylor Jenkins Reid (Daisy Jones & the Six) at the Buena Vista Library
Buena Vista Library 300 N. Buena Vista St., Burbank, CA, United StatesAs the highlight of National Library Week, the Library welcomes bestselling author Taylor Jenkins Reid for an afternoon of conversation on Saturday, April 25, from 1:30–3:00 p.m. at Buena Vista … read more »
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Call for Artists – The Burbank Library BOOKMOBILE
Call for Artists: Bookmobile Public Art Project Burbank Public Library invites artists to submit proposals for an original digital exterior design for the Burbank Library Bookmobile. The Bookmobile will offer a curated collection for all ages, including bestsellers, children’s favorites, and popular DVDs. It will visit parks, schools, senior centers, and community events across Burbank. … read more »
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Burbank Creative Collective Spring Mixer at Salit
Salit Conservatory of Music West Riverside Drive, Burbank, California, United StatesCOMMUNITY ARTS GRANT RECIPIENT Join us on Sunday, May 3 at 3:30 pm at Salit Conservatory for the Burbank Creative Collective, a special gathering that celebrates the richness and diversity of Burbank’s artistic community. Presented by the Salit Foundation, this event brings together a range of local artists and organizations for an afternoon of performance, … read more »
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Disneyland and the Rise of Automation – Book Discussion at the Buena Vista Library
Buena Vista Library 300 N. Buena Vista St., Burbank, CA, United StatesRoland Betancourt and Imagineer Tom Morris explore how visionary engineers adapted postwar industrial automation to create a new kind of entertainment experience for the opening of Disneyland in 1955. When … read more »
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Afrofuturist Art Fair: Industry Night Kick Off at the Colony
RECIPIENT: BURBANK COMMUNITY ARTS GRANT Join us for the 2nd Annual Afrofuturist Art Fair: Industry Night Kick-Off at The Colony Theatre in Burbank from 5-9pm on Mon, June 15 2026! … read more »
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The Impossible Factory – The Story of Lockheed Skunk Works at Buena Vista Library
Buena Vista Library 300 N. Buena Vista St., Burbank, CA, United States✈️ Come honor Burbank’s proud aviation history! Author Josh Dean and former Skunk Works Director Steve Justice discuss the visionary Clarence "Kelly" Johnson and the legendary Skunk Works that revolutionized … read more »
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Into the Darkness: John Carpenter’s Cathedral discussion with Co-Authors Sandy King & Sean Sobczak
Buena Vista Library 300 N. Buena Vista St., Burbank, CA, United StatesJoin us for a special conversation with Sandy King and Sean Sobczak, co-authors of the highly anticipated graphic novel John Carpenter's Cathedral, releasing this August on Storm King Comics alongside a companion heavy metal album of the same name via Sacred Bones Records. Inspired by a vivid nightmare that filmmaker and horror legend John Carpenter … read more »
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Burbank Book Festival (3rd Annual!)
Buena Vista Library 300 N. Buena Vista St., Burbank, CA, United States"The Burbank Book Festival is a one-day celebration of books, authors, and the power of stories to bring people together. Join us on Saturday, October 3, 2026, from 10 a.m. … read more »
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Submissions Wanted – “The Burbank Bla Bla” Arts & Culture Magazine
"WHAT IS THE BLA BLA? Bla Bla Means Creative conversation. The Burbank Bla Bla is a Reader Written Publication, a place for members of the community to show off their artistic talent and tell the stories that they want to tell. There is no large editorial staff so as long as the basic rules of … read more »
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Chasing Hollywood: A Marketing Chief’s Lessons on Breaking Through
Buena Vista Library 300 N. Buena Vista St., Burbank, CA, United StatesVeteran movie executive Gerry Rich's marketing campaigns changed movie history. Join us as he shares lessons in marketing, storytelling, and his bold ideas for breaking through the noise. At a … read more »
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Burbank Writers N’ Poets: Storytelling Series
Open Mic - 3 to 5 minutes! Share any of your favorite writings: - Poetry - Short Stories - Commentary - Spoken Word - Comedy - Personal stories Come share, … read more »
