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

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BABEL 2024-2025 Season Subscriptions

GET YOUR SEASON SUBSCRIPTION TICKETS NOW!
Join Just Buffalo Literary Center for four evenings of world-famous authors at Kleinhans Music Hall—Sandra Cisneros (October 10, 2024), Tommy Orange (November 13, 2024), Cheryl Strayed (March 20, 2025), and James McBride (April 30, 2025). Doors & VIP Patron Reception at 7:00 p.m. | Event at 8:00 p.m.
Thursday, October 10, 2024
8:00 pm
Kleinhans Music Hall
3 Symphony Circle, Buffalo, NY 14201 (Free Parking)
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Join Us for the 2024 Silo City Reading Series

June 2024
July 2024
August 2024
Silo City Reading Series August 31, 2024 artwork by Joel Brenden

Silo City Reading Series: Megan Fernandes, Diana Cao, DJ B-Cutz, Dayatra Amber, Sating in Place

Join us for the season finale of the 2024 SILO CITY READING SERIES

readings from Megan Fernandes & 2024 JB Poetry Fellow, Diana Cao
a musical performance by DJ B-Cutz & Dayatra Amber
& an art installation curated by Barrett Gordon, in collaboration with DJ Carr, Mandela Huff, Drew Huff (unrelated), and Aye Thant; paired with a rollerskating performance.

TICKETS ON SALE MONDAY, JULY 29, 2024 @ 9:00 A.M.
Saturday, August 31, 2024
7:30 pm
Silo City (Marine A)
85 Silo City Row, Buffalo, New York 14203
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$15.00
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Join us for the 2024 Silo City Reading Series

June 15, 2024
a poetry + music performance from Fred Moten & Brandon Lopez // tickets Monday, May 10th
a reading by Christina Vega-Westhoff
& artwork by Bree Gilliam

July 27, 2024 // tickets Monday, June 17th
readings from Michael McGriff & Cindy Juyong Ok

a musical performance by Sun June
& artwork by Ariel Aberg-Riger.

August 31, 2024 // tickets Monday, July 29th
readings from Megan Fernandes & 2024 JB Poetry Fellow, Diana Cao
a musical performance by DJ B-Cutz & Dayatra Amber
& *an art installation curated by Barrett Gordon,
in collaboration with DJ Carr, Mandela Huff, Drew Huff (unrelated), and Aye Thant; paired with a rollerskating performance.

Doors at 7:00 p.m. | Reading at 7:30 p.m..

The Latest JB News

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.

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Bookmaking

Foster a love of the written word from the inside out by learning how to make a book, from book binding to printing techniques.

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

May 2024
Generation Gaps - May 9 2024 - Youth Writing Workshop - Just Buffalo Literary Center

Generation Gaps with Will Walawender

We will play at being parents, grandparents, and children all at once, experimenting with personas and points of view to explore the connections and disconnections between the young and old, our ancestors and those yet to be born.
Thursday, May 9, 2024
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Just Buffalo Writing Center
468 Washington Street, 2nd Floor, Buffalo, NY 14203
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Stepping Into Your Light - Burchfield Penney - May 11 2024 - Just Buffalo Literary Center

Stepping Into Your Light

The Burchfield Penney Art Center, Just Buffalo Literary Center, and Squeaky Wheel Film & Media Art Center have collaborated on the project Stepping Into Your Light, celebrating the work of esteemed portrait artist Julia Bottoms as well as the life and legacy of trailblazing politician Shirley Chisholm. We invite you to experience the stories of Just Buffalo and Squeaky Wheel youth artists, who will present creative writing and experimental films developed over several sessions.
Saturday, May 11, 2024
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Burchfield Penney Art Center
1300 Elmwood Ave, Buffalo, NY 14222
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JBWC Drop-In Hours - Youth Writing Workshop - Winter Spring 2024 - Just Buffalo Literary Center

JBWC Drop-In Hours

At Drop-in Hours, you’ll find writing support, prompts, typewriters, reading recommendations, access to our unique library, publication opportunities, and good snacks.
Tuesday, May 14, 2024
3:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Just Buffalo Writing Center
468 Washington Street, 2nd Floor, Buffalo, NY 14203
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Conversations About Home - May 14 2024 - Youth Writing Workshop - Just Buffalo Literary Center

Conversations About Home

This youth writing workshop looks to explore notions surrounding the idea of home. What is it? How does one come to better understand it within the context of their own respective identities and experiences?
Tuesday, May 14, 2024
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Just Buffalo Writing Center
468 Washington Street, 2nd Floor, Buffalo, NY 14203
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Free
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