Our Response to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Outbreak

As a precaution to help limit the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) and care for our community, Just Buffalo Literary Center has postponed a number of events, and we will follow the guidance of Buffalo Public Schools in terms of Just Buffalo Writing Center programming.

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The BABEL 2024–2025 Season is Here

The 2025 JBLC Poetry Fellowship

Poetry Fellowship - Just Buffalo Writing Center

JBLC Poetry Fellowship

Each year, Just Buffalo Literary Center invites adult poets of all ages and stages of their career to apply for its Poetry Fellowship, which gives one talented writer a cash stipend to live and write in one of the nation’s most vibrant literary cities, plus an opportunity to read at an event curated by Just Buffalo Literary Center.

Applications for the 2025 JBWC Poetry Fellowship are officially open as of January 1, 2025! Learn more and apply before the February 28 deadline.

March 2025
Cheryl Strayed - BABEL - Just Buffalo

BABEL: Cheryl Strayed

Join bestselling author Cheryl Strayed and host Barbara Cole for an in-depth and in-person discussion about her work and her book, Wild.
Thursday, March 20, 2025
8:00 pm
Kleinhans Music Hall & Online
3 Symphony Circle, Buffalo, NY 14201 (Free Parking) / Online via Livestream
April 2025
James McBride - BABEL - Just Buffalo

BABEL: James McBride

Join bestselling author, musician, and screenwriter James McBride and host Barbara Cole for an in-depth and in-person discussion about his work and his book, The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store.
Wednesday, April 30, 2025
8:00 pm
Kleinhans Music Hall & Online
3 Symphony Circle, Buffalo, NY 14201 (Free Parking) / Online via Livestream
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Bring Just Buffalo to You

For more than 30 years, Just Buffalo Literary Center has sent poets, writers, and performers into the schools to excite students and teachers in the practice and exploration of writing. We create the space and flexibility so students can develop their creative and critical abilities with language—to explore their own creativity and become more insightful thinkers.

Writer Residency

Writer-in-Residence

Professional writers join students in the classroom for custom-designed, theme-based writer residencies, complementing and supporting the school curriculum.

Field Trip to the Just Buffalo Writing Center

Field Trips // Professional Development

Just Buffalo also welcomes schools, educators, organizations, and groups to visit our Writing Center for a custom-designed creative writing experience.

BABEL 2023-2024 Season - Just Buffalo Literary Center

BABEL Individual Event Tickets on Sale Now!

Join Just Buffalo Literary Center for world-famous authors at Kleinhans Music Hall— John Irving (March 21, 2024) and Kiese Laymon (April 25, 2024).

Poetry Fellowship Deadline February 29, 2024 Judge Megan Fernandes

Just Buffalo Literary Center invites adult poets of all ages and stages of their career to apply for its Poetry Fellowship.

Give yourself the space to write and the time to focus.
Live in one of the nation’s most vibrant literary cities.
Read at the Silo City Reading Series.

Applications for the 2024 Poetry Fellowship are open until February 29, 2024.

Upcoming Workshops & Literary Events

February 2025
Teachers Are Writers February 6, 2025

Teachers Are Writers

In collaboration with WNYNET, and the Buffalo State English Education program, Just Buffalo Literary Center offers this workshop series for school teachers and educators so they will have the opportunity to explore their own creative work, engage in ongoing conversations about process, and grow as writers.
Thursday, February 6, 2025
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Just Buffalo Writing Center
468 Washington Street, 2nd Floor, Buffalo, NY 14203
Made to Order Poems at AKG Museum - Valentines Day 2025 - Just Buffalo Writing Center

Made-to-Order Poems at AKG

Head to AKG this Valentine’s Day to combine visual & written art to create poetic odes for your favorite AKG artworks!
Friday, February 14, 2025
5:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Buffalo AKG Art Museum
1285 Elmwood Avenue, Buffalo, New York 14222
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