Compiled by Jesse D. Palmer
Before we can defeat authoritarianism, capitalism, and eco-collapse, we’ve gotta defeat the loneliness, isolation, boredom and meaninglessness manufactured by the internet, consumerism, and corporate top-down entertainment slop. Phone dependence is killing informal, decentralized, face-to-face connection that’s necessary to resist oligarchy and build a world worth living in. A great response is to get down with some experimental, DIY, radical third spaces — neither homes nor workplaces. Here’s some new ones we’ve heard about and also corrections to the list published in the 2026 Slingshot organizer radical contact list. Updates and additional info are online at slingshotcollective.org, but beware of using a computer to fight the computer — turn that fucking thing off and go to a sweaty underground concert or make your own zine!
Pop-Hop Books Co-Op – Los Angeles, CA
A worker-owned co-op community arts and education third space. They sell new and used books and art and host events (no one turned away for lack of funds). They’re building a “new creative ecosystem that amplifies marginalized voices, supports community growth, and empowers collective good works to build a healthier, more equitable neighborhood.” 5002 York Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90042, thepophop.com
Shoe Bones Collective – Salem, MA
Collectively-run artist space with a focus on queer creative expression and community. 28 Boston St. Salem, MA 01970.
Page Against The Machine – Long Beach, CA
Indy progressive activist bookstore that hosts discussion groups, readings, and exhibits. “Fightin’ words for mass defiance, empowerment, and self-reliance!” 2714 E. 4th St. Long Beach, CA 90814 patmbooks.com
Current – Panama City, FL
They have a bookshelf, zines, and host art shows, events and mutual aid projects including a new Food Not Bombs. 424 Harrison Ave. Panama City, FL 32401
Criminal Records – Atlanta, GA
New and used record store that sells comics and hosts events. 1154-A Euclid Ave. NE, Atlanta GA 30307, 404-215-9511, criminalatl.com
GWO BEAN Collective 果邊 – Hong Kong
Grassroots community spot and Sunday Organic Veggies Market 4-7pm. Open day Sundays 1-7pm. @gwobean for location.
Fuyin-info – Wuhan, China
DIY community third space with zines, a band practice room and a copyshop / risograph printing studio that presents events. On Lumo Rd. Wuhan, China 430074 @fuyin.info
La BIM (Bouquinerie Infokiosque Mobile) – Laguépie, France
Traveling micro-bookstore / press table / info kiosk where you can find anti-authoritarian, feminist, ecologist and DIY texts as well as literature, comics etc. 13 rue du Balat, 82250 Laguépie, France labim.noblogs.org
Žalár – Bratislava, Slovakia
Radical bar that hosts events. Štefánikova 47, Bratislava, Slovakia, +421 910 212 392
1 in 12 in Bradford – Bradford, UK
Collectively operated anarchist social center that hosts events. 21-23 Albion St. Bradford BD1 2LY, UK
The Lockon – Cambridge, UK
Squatted community centre that hosts mutual aid projects, a free shop and events. 11 Fair St. Cambridge, CB1 1HA
Rockaway Park – Bristol, UK
Radical DIY venue, vegan cafe, workshop, garden. Eastcourt Rd. Temple Cloud, Bristol
Suggestions for visiting the UK
Here’s some resources recommended by a UK comrade that don’t have physical spaces.
• The Advisory Service for Squatters network23.org/ass
• The Solidarity Economy Association solidarityeconomy.coop
• Haven Distribution books for prisoners havendistribution.org.uk
• The National Bargee Travellers Association bargee-traveller.org.uk
• Anarchist Federation afed.org.uk
Corrections to the 2026 Organizer
• Visible Voice Books in Cleveland has moved to 4601 Lorain Ave. Cleveland Ohio 44102 216-961-0084 visiblevoicebooks.com. They host events and have a cafe and bar. “Books marginalized by commercial concerns have a home” at Visible Voice.
• Zenda in Prague, Czech Republic no longer exists.
• Klub Lúč in Slovakia has a new address: Mierové námestie 17, 911 01 Trenčín.
• Infoshop Malatesta in Slovakia is probably defunct.
• Hájovňa in Slovakia probably will end in autumn this year.
Projects with no public or physical space
• The street address for Wares infoshop library in Tiong Bahru-Bukit Merah area, Singapore is secret but they would love you to reach out and visit. They have books, zines, a reading room and a gathering place. wares.noblogs.org / @waresinfoshop
• Creative Mutual Aid is an art and mutual aid collective dedicated to fostering community, connection, and support through collaborative public art events. They activate parks, plazas, and other natural gathering spaces to create spontaneous communities where individuals can express themselves creatively, share skills, and engage in acts of generosity rooted in gift economy principles. Their efforts aim to build a more inclusive, supportive society beyond transactions. They also operate a 24/7 creative request line (252-MYSTERY), where they respond directly to community needs with handmade art, city-specific resource lists, and spontaneous creative projects.