WORKSPACE
The IPRC offers access to workspace and tools to aid in the production and distribution of zines and hand-bound books. This includes computer workstations for writing, graphic design & desktop publishing, and high-speed internet access for research and networking purposes; a copier, four table-top letterpresses, a Gocco printer, and a mimeograph; and various other tools for creating, binding, and assembling publications.

Rates
Workspace and equipment is available to any member of the public at either an hourly ($5/hour) or yearly rate (begins at $45-100/year, sliding scale). Registration and Orientation is required for any person wishing to use the facilities.

Orientation
The IPRC holds Orientation on the second Thursday of every month from 7-8 pm at the Center, 917 SW Oak #218. Prospective users and general public who are interested in the Publishing Center are welcome to attend.

WORKSHOPS
The IPRC offers educational workshops on a variety of subjects related to publishing. The workshops are designed to give participants technical information and hands-on experience which they can they apply to their individual projects. We are always expanding our offerings based on the public demand for topics relating to publishing, writing and artwork.

Topics Include:

• Bookbinding (Basic and Advanced)
• Design & Publishing Software (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop)
• Comic, Zine, Chapbook and Web publishing
• Copyright Law, Editing & Revision, and Distribution & Promotion Seminars
• Letterpress Printing, Printmaking Basics, and Gocco Printing

We are always looking for volunteer workshop instructors to expand our quality offerings. Contact us if you have relevant skills and a little time to work with enthusiastic self-publishers.

All workshop space is limited and pre-registration is required. Register with payment at the IPRC or by mailing a deposit to the IPRC address. For a list of upcoming workshops, peruse our calendar.

Registration Policy
-You may make a reservation for a workshop by phone or in person, however full payment must be received within 48 hours in the mail or in person for enrollment to be finalized. If payment is not received, your spot will be given up.
-If a workshop is full, we will put you on a wait list, and contact you if a space opens up.
-Bring any material fees when you attend your workshop.
-You may cancel your reservation within 7 days of a workshop for a full refund.
-If a workshop is cancelled because of lack of enrollment, you'll receive a 100% refund.
-Members receive first listed price in course descriptions.

GROUPS
The IPRC is also a space for members to build a community among their fellow self-publishers. In the past we have hosted Zine Publishers' Potlucks, and groups for Book Artists, Writers, and Comic Artists. Letterpress printing hours are hosted every Monday and Thursday evening to provide an opportunity for information exchange as well as supervised work time for those who have taken the prerequisite workshop.

If you're interested in starting a new group or participating in one that is already happening, please give us a call.

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