First of the new Caz film nights showing on the 18th of October at 8.00 pm - film starting @ 8.30 pm.
Saturday, October 13, 2007
Film Screening: Michael Collins
First of the new Caz film nights showing on the 18th of October at 8.00 pm - film starting @ 8.30 pm.
Friday, October 5, 2007
Lending Library Launched
The Leeside Libertarian Library, situated in the CAZ, aims to provide access to books not to be found in public libraries.
To become a member, it is asked that you donate either €10 or 3 books to the library. After that, members can borrow books for 2 weeks, at a time, before leaving the book back, or renewal.
If you want to know what we currently have in our catalogue, visit http://www.librarything.com/catalog/corkautonomouszone/
To become a member, it is asked that you donate either €10 or 3 books to the library. After that, members can borrow books for 2 weeks, at a time, before leaving the book back, or renewal.
If you want to know what we currently have in our catalogue, visit http://www.librarything.com/catalog/corkautonomouszone/
Wednesday, October 3, 2007
A Short History of the CAZ
The Cork Autonomous Zone (CAZ) started running early in 2002. It hosted campaigning groups, facilitated art, music, etc. It was originally located in a small lane off Camden Quay before deciding to move. Noisy neighbours made the space unsuitable to continue but also the building was to be knocked, making way for apartments.
In July 2005 a new space was found at 61 Barrack Street, sharing the space with the workers cooperative, Barracka Books.
Since settling into this space, an independent committee has formed to keep the CAZ running, delegates from each group that use the CAZ are asked to participate. Most nights are booked and some Sundays with various campaigning meetings, film nights, life drawing and workshops.
The CAZ decided to let go of the upstairs space as it was not ideal, consisting of 3 small rooms. This meant that a lot of the remaining space was taken up with the bookshop. In September 2007, the CAZ and Barracka Books decided to scale back the size of the bookshop to allow the creation of a cafe, library and internet space. Opening times will be from 1pm-6pm (Monday-Friday) and from 12pm-5pm on Saturday. It is hoped that Sunday opening hours will be arranged soon. Volunteers are asked to offer one afternoon a month to maintain the opening hours of the CAZ. Ideas for workshops are always welcome.
In July 2005 a new space was found at 61 Barrack Street, sharing the space with the workers cooperative, Barracka Books.
Since settling into this space, an independent committee has formed to keep the CAZ running, delegates from each group that use the CAZ are asked to participate. Most nights are booked and some Sundays with various campaigning meetings, film nights, life drawing and workshops.
The CAZ decided to let go of the upstairs space as it was not ideal, consisting of 3 small rooms. This meant that a lot of the remaining space was taken up with the bookshop. In September 2007, the CAZ and Barracka Books decided to scale back the size of the bookshop to allow the creation of a cafe, library and internet space. Opening times will be from 1pm-6pm (Monday-Friday) and from 12pm-5pm on Saturday. It is hoped that Sunday opening hours will be arranged soon. Volunteers are asked to offer one afternoon a month to maintain the opening hours of the CAZ. Ideas for workshops are always welcome.
Guidelines for Using and Contributing to the CAZ
Availability:
The CAZ is available for use from 7pm Monday to Saturday and all day Sunday.
How to Book:
Initial contact must be made through someone in the CAZ collective or through Barracka Books. If your group do not know anyone involved in the CAZ you must write and submit a short description of your activities, aims, ethos, etc. If these are compatible with the CAZ vision a deposit of €5 will secure a set of CAZ keys. To book a room use the booking sheets in Barracka books at least 24 hours before use and pay €10 into CAZ depositary in a clearly labelled envelope. If you become a regular user you may pay at time of use. Any keys lost must be replaced but preferably found.
Care:
Please leave the CAZ at least as clean, tidy and cared for as you found it. Take all rubbish away with you (you can leave compost!). Switch off all lights and appliances.
Special care must be taken if using the Bookshop space as it has to b ready for business the following day. Any book damaged must be paid for in full, put all chairs away. Take care when locking up.
There is a no drink and drugs policy in the CAZ for obvious reasons. This includes tobacco.
Contributing and engagement:
One person from each group is expected to attend CAZ meetings regularly.
By using the CAZ you become a member of the CAZ community and will need to engage with the larger project . This is a commitment. Like all commitments the rewards tend to equal the input. We welcome and encourage you to participate in CAZ socials, DVD nights, fundraisers, etc.
The CAZ is available for use from 7pm Monday to Saturday and all day Sunday.
How to Book:
Initial contact must be made through someone in the CAZ collective or through Barracka Books. If your group do not know anyone involved in the CAZ you must write and submit a short description of your activities, aims, ethos, etc. If these are compatible with the CAZ vision a deposit of €5 will secure a set of CAZ keys. To book a room use the booking sheets in Barracka books at least 24 hours before use and pay €10 into CAZ depositary in a clearly labelled envelope. If you become a regular user you may pay at time of use. Any keys lost must be replaced but preferably found.
Care:
Please leave the CAZ at least as clean, tidy and cared for as you found it. Take all rubbish away with you (you can leave compost!). Switch off all lights and appliances.
Special care must be taken if using the Bookshop space as it has to b ready for business the following day. Any book damaged must be paid for in full, put all chairs away. Take care when locking up.
There is a no drink and drugs policy in the CAZ for obvious reasons. This includes tobacco.
Contributing and engagement:
One person from each group is expected to attend CAZ meetings regularly.
By using the CAZ you become a member of the CAZ community and will need to engage with the larger project . This is a commitment. Like all commitments the rewards tend to equal the input. We welcome and encourage you to participate in CAZ socials, DVD nights, fundraisers, etc.
What is the Cork Autonomous Zone?
The primary purpose of the CAZ collective is to provide a safe space for the people of Cork to communicate, teach, learn and grow. The space is intended to act as a convergence point for grassroots and community groups and progressive organisations and alliances.
Our primary goal is to raise awareness of community, to encourage and foster collaboration between groups and to provide people with skills (or at least the space to acquire those skills) to build and strengthen community. We will house and foster and economy based on connections between people, a true community that support all involved. All voices will be heard, all talents will be used and traded, and information will be shared.
The CAZ was set up by interested individuals and decisions will be made based on the input of those who make use of the space or who otherwise contribute to the running of the centre. The CAZ core group are not 'service providers', everyone using the space is expected to contribute appropriately according to their abilities, capabilities and availability.
The CAZ community will not accept racist, sexist, ageist, homophobic or otherwise hateful actions or behaviour.
Our primary goal is to raise awareness of community, to encourage and foster collaboration between groups and to provide people with skills (or at least the space to acquire those skills) to build and strengthen community. We will house and foster and economy based on connections between people, a true community that support all involved. All voices will be heard, all talents will be used and traded, and information will be shared.
The CAZ was set up by interested individuals and decisions will be made based on the input of those who make use of the space or who otherwise contribute to the running of the centre. The CAZ core group are not 'service providers', everyone using the space is expected to contribute appropriately according to their abilities, capabilities and availability.
The CAZ community will not accept racist, sexist, ageist, homophobic or otherwise hateful actions or behaviour.
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