Issue 9 (Childhood)
Launch Event

Date: Sunday, 19 January 2003, 3–7 pm
Location: Bard High School Early College

On Sunday, January 19, 3–7 pm, Cabinet Magazine organized an event to celebrate the launch of its issue 9 “Childhood” issue. The event took place in the gym of Bard High School Early College in Manhattan. Music was provided by DJs Lukas Cox, age 5, Lulu Valentino, age 4 1/2, & Isaac Yglesis, age 6.

At 5 pm, a spelling bee was organized in the school auditorium. Organized by the Veteran Bee-Meisters’ Association, the spelling bee featured some of the smartest and most competitive adults in the art world. The large hideous trophy was won by writer Paul Lukas.