“WE Write the Book”: Making Flag Books at the Northridge Branch Library! October 8, 2025 By Debra Disman I am thrilled to serve again as a 2025-26 “NEAR” Artist in Residence at the Northridge Branch Library! This Neighborhood Engagement Artist Residency (NEAR) is supported by the wonderful City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs. On September 27th, 2025, participants of a diverse ages and backgrounds gathered to learn how to create the accordion fold book, create one and two cut pop-ups, and joyfully develop their books into fanciful, whimsical and fantastical works of art.